1999 Chevrolet Tahoe Consumer Reviews

Tahoe is the alpha dog of SUVs

Written by: Bob on 05/23/2008

Vehicle

1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 4 Dr LT 4WD Wagon

Review

I have to say my Tahoe LT (fully loaded) has been a great, great, vehicle. Drivetrain and 5.7 Vortec engine delivers. Plenty of room for people and my Siberian Husky in the back too (who loves the rear A/C) Aggressive BF Goodrich All Terrain T/As (functionally large but not monster truck silly) make Tahoe the big dog in the yard. A balanced truck with Bilstein gas charged shocks that rides like a dream on or off the road. Love the 4WD, towing capabilities, and the heated leather seats. I may not get the best gas mileage at $4.35/gal for Premium, but the power is there when I need it, and will safely win the physics game in the unfortunate event there is a collision.

Favorite Features

Outstanding visibility, massive size, large comfy interior, power and road accelleration to spare. Drivetrain is robust and reliable. Easy to maintain, and easy access to engine. In winter storms, This big dog leads the sled team while the other SUV's sit on the sidleine (or spinning their wheels)

Suggested Improvements

GM needs to improve the plastic intake manifold design so that it is not prone to gasket leakage (leads to coolant issues). Luckily, it was under warranty.

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Chevy on top

Written by: tmacmvp1 on 04/25/2008

Vehicle

1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 4 Dr LT Wagon

Review

I bought my Tahoe about 3 years ago in a as-is condition. It had 80k miles on it at the time. It now has 130k miles. I'm telling you, when I'm driving this truck I feel like the king of the road. Its 5.7 engine chugs the gas but trully delivers when need to. Only problem I had was a bad fuel pump. It had problems turning on when the motor was cold. little by little it got worst until finally I replaced it. cost me $255 with labor (got a deal). Other than that it is comfortable and very roomy! I'm 19 so that actually comes really in handy on the weekends lol. Just being a teenager sorry for the comment. Very good design and reliable at the same time.

Favorite Features

Bulky exterior design, many aftermarket parts that you can purchase for this vehicle, leaving customization without boundries. Chrome bumpers. Spacy, roomy interior and cargo space in the back. Some people say the brakes are bad but I actually think it has really good brakes.

Suggested Improvements

Fuel pumps cannot go out so easily. Mechanics recommend to not let your fuel go below 1/4 in your tank. Knowing that the mpg is horrible, you shouldnt have to hit the gas stations sooner then you need to.

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Great Vehicle

Written by: Happy on 01/19/2008

Vehicle

1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 4 Dr LT Wagon

Review

This vehicle has been good for everything. Very comfortable on long trips. Never had any major mechanical problems. Hauls large equipment weights. Plenty of space. I think it is great

Favorite Features

Very comfortable ride and space no mechanical problems

Suggested Improvements

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Lemon?

Written by: Renestel on 11/13/2007

Vehicle

1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 2 Dr LS 4WD Utility

Review

I've been reading through these in hopes that I'd get some ideas for what all is going on with mine right now. I bought mine used in 2000-48,000 miles. Granted, I've had the car for almost 8 years. It has been with me for a while. BUT, I've gone through an air conditioning system, 3 fuel pumps, an alternator, ball joints, pigtails, and countless times of not starting, or dying at stop lights. It's at 110,000 right now and I've had it in the shop three times in the last two months. No one can figure out what's going on. Every time I drive it I'm glad I get to my destination if I actually get there. Very unpredicatble vehicle. In cold weather, it totally has a mind of its own.

Favorite Features

When the fuel injection actually works properly, Its an awesome ride. Taken it for several very fun joy rides.

Suggested Improvements

I could go on forever.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Tahoe

Written by: dina on 09/01/2007

Vehicle

1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 4 Dr LS 4WD Wagon

Review

This is the perfect vehicle for a soccer mom and her 3 soccer stars. We had a bad snow storm last winter close to 5 ft. all the other fancy suvs (a volvo, land cruser and mercedes) were stuck in the banks in the side of the rode as I plowed through 1+ ft. drifts coming back from a birthday party.

Favorite Features

Wheel base

Suggested Improvements

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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My Favorite SUV of All Time.

Written by: Anonymous on 08/22/2007

Vehicle

1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 4 Dr LT 4WD Wagon

Review

My new Tahoe is one of my most favorite, fun SUV of all times. I recently purchased a used 1999 Tahoe LT Fully Loaded with every dealer option. An after market chrome brush guard and top head lamps compliments it well. The previous owner stocked it up with BF Goodrich Heavy Duty Commercial Tires That hum everywhere I go. It is certainly a head turner in my town. I know I am safe in that vehicle no matter where I go.

Favorite Features

Its massive size. No one can complain of the roomy interior this beast offers. The head room is also very spacious. Many, Many cup holders ensures no cup will be left without a holder. I also love the rear Barn Doors, it separates the normal traditional flip up doors.

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage of course, but people should expect that a 5.7 liter Vortec engine will never yield good gas mileage. It is a sacrifice for power really. Also ride height, possible air suspension that can adjust. Riding into parking garages in Boston is no walk in the park for this truck. Trust me!

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My First Car Purchase

Written by: Jr. Acosta on 08/07/2007

Vehicle

1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 4 Dr LS Wagon

Review

I recently purchase my Tahoe and so far, it's been OK. The shiny red color really stands out there along with the performance tires. I took it to the dealership to fix the grinding and clunking noise from the brakes and the alignment and shaking. It was covered under warranty. It stinks that I had to stick with the 30 day, 1000 mile warranty. ( Don't stick with these types of warranties car shoppers!)The grinding noise is gone but I still have the clunking sound. I'm not sure what this could be.... I also hear a clunking from the axle when I acccelerate or shift gears. It tend to shake a little bit when I'm going at speed of 85+MPH. The interior is very comfortable. Happy with my purchase.

Favorite Features

Power from the 5.7 Vortec; It never lags!!! Awesome passing power along with the exhaust note!! Decent sound systems but tends to get distorted at high volume; the color and design of the exterior, it just pops out. The seats are very comfortable; Im really looking forward to go to Vegas in my Tahoe

Suggested Improvements

There has to be a way to make this engine to achieve at least 19MPG and not loose any power; i will be experimenting on this... Right now, I'm getting around 14MPG on average;

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Job Well Done

Written by: jdsax85 on 06/14/2007

Vehicle

1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 4 Dr LT 4WD Wagon

Review

In the past year, I have commuted 100 miles a day to school, 5,000 miles in three months of training, and have turned my Tahoe into my rolling office. Ride quality on the highway is superb, an estimated gas mileage of 18 mpg. If head gaskets, air conditioning sensors, and factory CD player haven't been replaced yet, expect to do so. The seats are incredibly comfortable and there is was enough room for four adult males and their gear during our three months of training. Several people have commented on the ride quality and feel it is better than their Z71 pick-ups or even 2004 F-150 with the suspension outside the frame. Well-built vehicle and would highly reccomend.

Favorite Features

Seat comfort, carpet quality, exterior styling, rear "barn-doors," cargo space, 350LT1, push-button 4WD, rear- air conditioning, and ride quality.

Suggested Improvements

Imrpoved quality of head gaskets, air conditioning sensors, factory CD player, four-wheel disc brakes, cargo dividers, and factory sunroof.

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Great Truck... Last 6 years so far

Written by: 79Dawg on 06/13/2007

Vehicle

1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 4 Dr LT Wagon

Review

I've owned this car since March of 2001 and it has been a joy. I do a lot of driving (135k miles in 6 yrs) and it has held up to all the abuse. Only problems I've had were the manifold gasket and the fuel pump. Both happened in the last two years (130,000 miles and up). It does eat up brakes, but it is a 3-ton vehicle... Chevy realized this and changed for the next model year (along with tire size). Engine is unbelievable. No problems with 158k miles on it. Runs as well as when I bought it with 23k. No problem pulling the large U-Haul trailer, fully loaded, from Ga to D.C. in 2006 with 150k on it. Handles great on and off road. Turning radius is great. Better than wife's 2005 Equinox

Favorite Features

Very comfortable. Seat heaters very warm. Powerful engine with great reliability. Fantastic room and great handling. Electrochromatic (auto-dimming) mirrors

Suggested Improvements

At least 16" wheels as opposed to 15"

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'99 Tahoe

Written by: Shorthill on 08/03/2006

Vehicle

1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 4 Dr LT 4WD Wagon

Review

This has been a great truck. I keep it well maintained. There have been a few little problems with radio and dash lights but all were easily resolved.

Favorite Features

4WD! Whenever I have needed a bit more traction the 4 wheel drive has been excellent.

Suggested Improvements

Rear turn signal assemblies are weak and tend to burn up. (the plastic circuit board actually turns black) This could be made more durable.

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