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2.25 out of 5 stars

1999 Astro LS AWD

danjpao, 11/27/2002
1999 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan AWD
8 of 8 people found this review helpful

Many problems after the first 2 years (35000 miles). Transfer case was rebuilt twice, 35000 miles apart because of locking up on cornering. Can't keep brakes in it - rotors keep warping - brake system is to small for the weight of vehicle. Power steering pump, 1 door lock actuator, 2 sets of idler arms, oil cooler lines, ignition coil, ignition switch housing and pinion oil seal all replaced. Right now at 76,000 miles my Astro is in the shop with the engine out because of a coolant leak. I am amazed at Chevy's lack of concern for this lemon!!!

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3.25 out of 5 stars

good van for anything

dskidds, 01/19/2011
1999 Chevrolet Astro 3dr Minivan
11 of 12 people found this review helpful

love this van, its a Custom Craft. problems are no locks, keyless entry doesn't work, driver side window motor is a no go, don't have access to the trunk, fuel sender does not work, ne fuel pump put in at 130k, ball joints are going, when it shifts between 1st and 2nd it "jumps, hard shifting" check the fluid and its alright does well in the snow perfect donuts (just once, no more) had this van on many numerous trips its a good van, but it gets 13mpg city and 16 highway, 4.3 Lt. V6 Vortex

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2.75 out of 5 stars

1999 Astro Van

John Hilger, 12/26/2009
1999 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
10 of 11 people found this review helpful

Bought van new and it performed well until it reached 60,000 miles. Then the electric door locks began to fail. The power window motor failed on drivers side. Water pump and and thermostat @ 80,000. 100,000 differential bearings went bad. 119,000 cooling leak around intake manifold gasket. Always maintained van and never abused.

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2.5 out of 5 stars

Many problems

Victor, 04/30/2002
1999 Chevrolet Astro 3dr Minivan
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

I bought this van because of its size. This van has had many problems. Window switches replaced, door locks replaced, door opener replaced, calipers replaced, all these problems under 36,000 miles. Latest problem the differential had to be replaced at 38,000. Unheard of by many mechanics. GM would not pick up total cost to replace it. Only half. The executive office said since I didn't use the dealer to service it all the time, they would not help me. Why should I pay the deal 2 times the amount for a simple oil change.

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2.88 out of 5 stars

Astros are iffy

Clay Bum, 12/28/2002
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

Everything went to hell at 60,000 miles... with me in it! It's been in the shop 6 times in the last two months. Every time I make any money it goes to my mechanic. As soon as I get back from SCI's New Years run I get to get the tranny fixed. Anyone want buy an Astro?

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4.63 out of 5 stars

I like it

yakimagal, 06/21/2008
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan AWD
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I am getting ready to purchase another car as I have had this one for 10 years. I find I am comparing everything I look at to my Astro. The interior and exterior still look almost new. I have replaced the tires 4 times in 10 years, whatever that means. I love how it handles on wet pavement and snow. With the AWD, I can travel the mountain pass without putting on chains. Compared to my last car, 89 Astro, the handling is so much better. There has been some repair work, but standard stuff as a car ages. Check engine light 3 times in 10 years. The lighting on stereo has burned out but stereo still works well.

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3 out of 5 stars

1997 Astro Conversion

macboy9999, 04/08/2002
1998 Chevrolet Astro LT 3dr Minivan
7 of 8 people found this review helpful

I would not recomend this van to anyone. We have 60,000 miles as of 3/02. So far the air went out twice, the motor was replaced 6 months after purchase, the front tierods and bushings need to be replaced the gas guage does not work the brakes were replaced last year. The serpentine belt has been replaced a year ago and it still makes a loud noise. They say we need another new one. This van has been garaged since we bought it. My wife drives it 40 miles a day to the train station, so most of othe miles are highway. I purchased it new in 1997 for $28,900 It was the top of the line TV VCR ect. If you are looking to purchase an Astro I would say Don't!!!.

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3.38 out of 5 stars

Good Repair History / Fast depreciation

MrsWnchstr, 10/19/2002
1999 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

We like this vehicle overall. We have had minor things go wrong with it, such as battery, (twice in 2 years, with dealership battery), the motor in the door for the windows went out, and a clip that was attached to the motor that made the back window open broke. All things my husband was able to fix. Finally, the van depreciated REALLY quickly. I'm not sure if it's because there are so many of them out there now, or what but for the $21,000 we paid for it when it was less than a year old, and very low miles, it depreciated over $10,000 in two years.

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1 out of 5 stars

What a Farse

Astrotrash, 08/13/2003
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan AWD
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

This van has been lousy since the get go. At 16,000 miles, it died on the freeway. The catalytic converter, oxygen sensor and fuel pump needed replacing. It has broken down numerous times. The fuel pump has been replaced twice, rear AC twice and on and on and on. The cabin had an unlocated water leak which caused the carpet and padding to saturate and produce mold. GM Customer relations had to be brought in to mediate. After paying for new padding and having it happen again, we finally just removed it and put it back in place when we traded the ridiculous thing in. It rides like a mattress suspended on beach balls. First and LAST GM experience.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Pros and Cons of my Astrovan

Chev AWD Astro LT, 12/04/2007
1998 Chevrolet Astro LT 3dr Minivan AWD
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I like to drive my Astrovan but it's ride is too rough. It gets 14 miles per gallon which makes it too expensive to drive at today's inflated gas prices. Also it is almost impossible for me alone to remove the 5 rear passenger seats

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3.25 out of 5 stars

Astro-nomical costs

Astroslug, 05/15/2002
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I guess I would say that the Astro is fairly solid IF you get one with a generous extended factory warranty. Reliability "issues": --> replaced front pads at 20K --> had TWO experiences (one inside and one outside of standard factory warranty period) with "bad ignition" wires (>$450 each) --> transmission went to mush around 35K miles (fortunately just barely within warranty period).

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2.5 out of 5 stars

Costly Van

james, 01/30/2007
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan AWD
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

We have owned an Astro since 1999, bought at 2K miles. We have paid for repair after repair since then. Some of the repairs have been for the same thing over and over. If I were to put together all of the repair reciepts, I think the total might even shock us. Watch out for idler arm problems! Again and again- it's just poorly designed. Also, we've had multiple problems with the electrical system, little motors and switches, etc. In contrast, we also own Toyota products, which haven't needed nearly the amount of expensive and redundant repair. Beware!

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Family Hauler

Chevy Fan, 12/22/2008
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Bought from a frequent traveler with 98K on it. We now have 271K on it. Nothing unexpected - usual replacements of water pump fuel pump, trans rebuild, and so forth. Still no oil consumption. We use on trips for family of 4, plus it served as the "Mom wagon" for several years, racking up 300 miles a week. We are ready to let it go after a long service life. Everything still works. Needs a radiator, uses too much gas at today's prices. We got our money's worth.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Astro

Tom, 08/06/2006
1999 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Two fuel pumps in 13 months cost me almost $1400.00 since they need to drop the fuel tank. Replace with Delco parts next time. The van has had transmission problems with the way it shifts on long drives. I am having electical problems with overhead lights flickering on and off while driving. various rattles from the van. It does run strong.

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2.5 out of 5 stars

Poor Quality Build - Nightmare Experience

bosnol, 08/29/2011
1998 Chevrolet Astro LT 3dr Minivan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Awful build quality - it is too bad since the Astro fits a perfect niche for families with diverse outdoor interests. They made this vehicle out of trash - and it did not help with the dealer contesting every warranty claim. The extended warranty saved us $10k in unexpected, chronic breakdowns. Security Chevrolet in Vista, California, now out of business was the nightmare dealer.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Best vehicle I ever had

rufrch, 12/05/2014
1999 Chevrolet Astro LT 3dr Minivan
6 of 8 people found this review helpful

I bought mine new in 2000. drove it to eveywhere, San Fran, Sac town, mountains several times, Ariizona, Utah, Las Vegas,.....You get the point. Like all vehicles the key is maintenance. If you take care of your vehicle, it will take care of you. Don't get me wrong it had some hick ups like I changed the alternator, I did a fuel injector swap, changed the fuel pump but other than that. It ran like a top. Never hard to start. I did do some modes. cold air intake, cat back system and after towing like crazy I decided to change rear leaf springs to high capacity leafs springs. I loved that van, and would still have after 14 years but some idiot ran into it while it was parked and totaled it.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

3 DOOR 1998 ASTRO AWD

123113131313131, 07/07/2002
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Very happy with vehicle performance. Good acceleration, mileage, and sits up as high as any passenger truck on the road. I only wish I had ordered the rear heating and a/c. AWD is awesome, never go back.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

my second astro

CAPTAIN, 03/23/2003
1999 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

rock solid and roomy are why I like my astros so much today 5 astros are being driven by family members like myself the astro they are driving are not their first. the 4.3 v6 may just be the finest motor GM has ever put in a vehicle trouble free utility put the astro at top of my list.

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1.88 out of 5 stars

Could be better

Bertha, 06/30/2006
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Our '98 Astro seems to always need something fixed. Many of the up-keep has been expensive due to the area of parts on the van. At 115,000 miles, we were told its transmision is on its way out. Great. Would I buy this vehicle again? No way.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

Great for $8000

john, 09/10/2006
1999 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

These vans are very reasonable used. Bought this van at 62K, and have 86K on it now. It has needed an alternator, power steering lines, vacum hose for hvac controls, idler arms,and a front hub. About $3K at dealer cost, I save by doing a lot of the work myself. Yes, the gauges, switches, ect. are typical GM junk, but I love this van. It is a large, tall, spacious, heavy, solid vehicle. The ride is cushy and "van like". People always comment on how huge it is inside (the middle seat taken out gives passengers in back a limo like ride) Let's not forget the AWD. This van goes in the snow unbeleivably well. These vans were designed with utility in mind, and are known to last 150-200k,(change the fluids)

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4.5 out of 5 stars

good, reliable car for us

redhead 749, 09/26/2003
1999 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This was our 2nd astro van. This one gave us no trouble. It only had one or two visits to the shop for warranty issues and they were dealt with quickly and easily. These vehicles easily towed our 3 waverunners without ever overheating. A bit slow on a step hill but not bad at all. The car seemed bullet proof. It also spent the last 4 1/2 years hauling band kids and equipment comfortably.My one complaint was it seemed to rattle a lot

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2.25 out of 5 stars

Never again

trimom, 02/20/2003
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Maybe the dealership sold us a lemon, but we have had problems from day one. We had to replace our tires the first time at under 10,000 miles because we could not keep the alignment in check. This van is on its fourth set of tires and I have lost count of the alignments we have had done. We take good care of our cars as far as preventive maint., but this van has been nothing but trouble. By the way, it only has 49,000 miles on it. Other problems included air conditioning problems. I have rthe safety reviews of this van and it is listed as "poor". My suggestion is if you want a minivan, get a minivan.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

I love my Astro van!

Laura, 12/30/2005
1999 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This is the 2nd van I have owned - the first being an almost identical 1987 GMC Safari, which I drove for over 200,000 miles. This one has more 'gizmos' and I bought it used in 2001 with about 30,000 m on it - and I use it HARD - it now has about 85000. My 15 yr old son and I are avid boy scout campers, home remodelers and we volunteer with Golden retreiver rescue. I have hauled scouts, dogs and equipment, pulled large trailers over rough dirt roads. We move seats all the time to haul construction material, furniture, anything. The interior has been trashed by kids & dogs with food, mud, trash and dog hair. I keep covers on seats, vaccuum and clean the carpet, and it looks great again.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Happy With It

yoyack, 07/29/2007
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Bought new and its been very good. Count on the fuel pump going out. Mine did and so did every one in my employers fleet. It's big, comfortable and great on long drives. Power window, water pump and alternator replaced. Never overheated in 115 degree desert heat. Great A/C kept things cool inside. Wife likes this more than the Q45. Would buy again if reliability is as good as imports. Domestics just aren't there yet. Extend the warranty and significantly lower parts prices and I will buy another one. Parts for imports used to be expensive, now domestics are no different.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Time to go!

aimeagle21, 10/29/2008
1999 Chevrolet Astro LT 3dr Minivan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I have only owned my Astro for about a year now but for the most part it has been very reliable. I bought it used and had to put a new rear end in and now the fuel pump went out. As you may or may not know Chevy has internal fuel pumps that are a complete pain to replace. The only other issue turned out to be that the transfer case fluid needed to be replaced (I thought it was going to be much worse because the front end was binding up in turns). Anyway, these are the only issues I have had and I love the van but I am selling to buy my son (turning 16 soon) a more age appropriate car. I think the van is cool but I am old I guess!

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Chevy astro

ksstoddard, 07/22/2003
1999 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I like the all wheel drive in the winter time. We have heard the windshields leak frequently on these are's does. We bought into the extended warrenty. You might need it. I have also heard the fuek injectors have gone bad frequently on the this engine. If I buy another van it would still be an Astro I'm not really excited about those compact mini vans and i like the V-6 engine.

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3.25 out of 5 stars

I expected more

Chris, 03/07/2006
1999 Chevrolet Astro LT 3dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This is my fourth Chevy. I have had two major repairs on this van, both on family trips out of state. Around 20K I had the transmission rebuilt. At 56K I had the alternator replaced twice. Imagine driving across SC and GA on a 90+ degree day with a failing alternator and no a/c. I have had countless problems with cruise control, power locks, windows, mirrors etc. This is with only 62k mileage. This will be my last Chevy until their relability is improved.

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1.88 out of 5 stars

A lot of brakes

moms car, 04/08/2005
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Not a great track record 4 sets of brakes, idle arm replacements, 4 sets of tires, the water pump and now the catalytic converter plus there is no A/C in the back and the kids roast in the summer. Bad gas mileage and an expensive car to maintain. Door handles have broken and the passenger side no longer locks. No more Astros for this mom.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

maryland

glen brown, 08/11/2004
1998 Chevrolet Astro 3dr Minivan
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

braking system is no good

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Great van

proudamerican8, 05/21/2006
1999 Chevrolet Astro LT 3dr Minivan AWD
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

This vehicle has been a great car. We would be purchasing this vehicle gian if it was made with a driver side sliding door. Great car. Very reliable. Can haul extreme amounts of weight. I pulled a Hi-Lo camper once, handled like a truck when pulling. Plenty of power but poor acceleration. Great family car, I don't know why GM stooped making them. not a good seller because of poor exterior design and advertisement.

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3.13 out of 5 stars

I'd make a few changes

Melissa, 01/19/2003
1999 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

I bought my Astro with 15,000 miles on it. It has run well, although Chevy has had a prpoblem with the drive train clunking for 9 years and hasn't fixed the problem yet. I don't like the fact that you can choose to recirculate the air. Also If the fan is blowing on head and feet at the same time it autmatically uses the AC. I never could get the heater to heat my feet and not my face. The resale value is a joke. But I do like the power and being able to take the seats out for hauling things. Overall I've been just satisfied, not overjoyed and not completely unhappy.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

trips

coupstair, 04/16/2002
1999 Chevrolet Astro LT 3dr Minivan AWD
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

excellent

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4.25 out of 5 stars

1998 Chevy Astro Mark III van.

eandrew, 02/07/2004
1998 Chevrolet Astro LT 3dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

45000 miles only problem has been battery and wiper blades replaced once, steering alignment once. Still with original Uniroyal tires. 20 mpg highway, good, but would like it better. Two factory recalls for very minor prolems. Have not had typical chevvy things breaking, e.g. window cranks, door knobs, etc, that I have had with chevvies in past years, everything works like it is supposed to.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Great for travel

asproule, 02/02/2006
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have owned this same vehicle for the past 6.5 years. I have taken it on many long distance trips and found it quite exceptional. It is very comfortable and roomy for kids moving about, and for extra storing.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Good Car

Edward B Chastain, 08/21/2002
1999 Chevrolet Astro 3dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I baught the van because of 9 grand kids. It was and is great. But the kids have grown up and have thier own cars, so it is now too big for one.

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5 out of 5 stars

1999 LS Chevy Astro

Hector Contreras, 08/31/2002
1999 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Very dependable, lots of power, and a very quiet and comfortable ride.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

astro left behind

r2, 04/06/2004
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

A very reliable people/thing hauler. Great power from the 4.3. The old solid rear leaf spring made the older van a better ride than the current set-up. This van has a lot more rattles than my previous astro. My major concern is that the value loss is so high. You can buy one cheap but, plan to keep it.

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3.38 out of 5 stars

99 Astrovan

me123456, 09/01/2003
1999 Chevrolet Astro LT 3dr Minivan AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Mostly good vehicle but had some electrical problems that 3 dealers could not diagnois. Overall it was a good truck and never got stuck in the winter snow.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Comfort and Size

dave8697, 02/26/2008
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Original owner for 9.9 years. Have spent a few hundred to fix rear a/c and a few hundred to fix transmission. A rear bearing seal is leaking, the water pump was replaced, and the original battery spit out a terminal. It is easy on tires and brakes and the replacement battery so far. Took on 900 mile trip this month and got over 21 mpg and had room for everything without it being in your way. Interior has held up excellent, except recliner levers. Still solid, quiet, roomy and economical. You don't want to know the resale value unless you are buying a used one.

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4 out of 5 stars

1998 AWD Astro van

Morgan5, 05/18/2002
1998 Chevrolet Astro 3dr Minivan AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is the second Astro Van we have owned one right after the other, since 1990, These vans are great in all kinds of weather, and road conditions, the AWD is the only way to go.........I have had only one problem that I consider a engineering problem and it is that the rear air conditioning has a line running from front to back, that has a tendency to wear at the brackets, costing close to 300.00 to fix! Other then that if you take care of this vehicle, it is extremely dependable. Sold the 1990 to a couple, with 125,000 miles on it and it is still in near perfect shape. Even my auto repair shop was impressed with that van!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Long Term Test Drive of 9 yrs, 102k mi

dave8697, 04/09/2007
1998 Chevrolet Astro 3dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I got lucky compared to some on here. I haven't yet spent $600 on repairs in 9 yrs. Bought new and has been less reliable than my previous Astro in some ways. Transmission needed a $170 repair and rear A/C line is not properly supported, wore a leak and needed $350 repair. Water pump going at 80k not impressive. Battery was defective and died from terminal rot out disease that was designed into it to save a few cents. The trans trouble was from an alum part in place of cast iron that was tried and failed. Interior and paint have held up great. No rattles, fade, or things getting loose. Engine like new. Van was well built and gets 23 mpg on trips. Road handling is a weak spot.

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5 out of 5 stars

Power, Roomines, 23 mpg on trips

dave8697, 04/21/2007
1998 Chevrolet Astro 3dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Owned it 9 years and 102k mi. I didn't expect it to be perfect and it wasn't. It was $18,400 out the door and stickered for $24,800 so I could easily afford the $250 trans repair in year 6 and the $350 rear a/c line repair in year 7. One water pump, one battery, one serp belt. Very reliable. Takes $9 brake pads and $35 tires. Roof rack adds only interior noise.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Deluxe Chevy Astrovan

ls, 06/05/2002
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

No problems in 4 years. Towed a 19' boat 2400 miles each yr with no problems. Only problem is the small leg area in front seat. That is why we are trading. It rides great. Back seat is comfortable. Grandkids like the tv and vcr.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love my Astro

helloed, 03/05/2003
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

My Astro is probably one of the best vehicles I've ever owned. Besides a set of tires and a battery, I've never had a problem. It holds lots of stuff, people, or both. And then I can add a trailer. I have a smaller car I can use for road trips, but why? The front seats in the Astro are some of the best captains chairs I've ever sat in! The gas milage is great considering it weighs 2 tons. The best I've gotten is 26(!) MPG. It isn't a sports car by any means, but for a big metal brick, it handles quit well.

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5 out of 5 stars

1999 astro van

mike strini, 05/06/2002
1999 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

vehicle is sound and towing capabilty a big plus. i would recommend this van , and would purchase the same again

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4.5 out of 5 stars

1999 Astro Regency Conversion Van

Bob Smith1, 09/17/2002
1999 Chevrolet Astro LT 3dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Bought it for two growing kids. Lots of room and ours came with a TV/VCR for those long hauls. All around solid, dependable van.

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5 out of 5 stars

Cool Cargo Astro Van

Mod Artist , 06/24/2023
1999 Chevrolet Astro LT 3dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I use my Chevy Astro Cargo Van for my fine art painting business called Texture Interiors. Install a wood floor and paneling reminisces of those cool 1970's custom vans. Also, drove cross country twice and van is ideal for camping trips.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Ride High

Suni, 05/26/2002
1998 Chevrolet Astro LS 3dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I have a 1998 Astro and its in great condition. For any car you buy you must maintain it! Example: NEVER miss a oil change, check tires, brakes, fluid levels regularly, also keep it clean. I have about 70 000km on it, and the engine runs great..90L gas tank...use nothing but high grade! It is true that the air filters get dirty fast....but i put a fine net around the opening and it stays clean long! The body design is great, the paint it good quality. The seats inside could be more comfortable but overall its nice. The 8 speaker 500 watt stock sound system is really nice!! If Chevy had to do one improvement i would say make the performance better.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

safaris are killer

sue lu, 10/16/2004
1999 Chevrolet Astro 3dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

my safari has been so awesome!!I've got over 70K miles without a single problem the only thing i dont like about the van is the front passenger side doesnt have alot of leg room but who cares!!

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5 out of 5 stars

Continutal Front End issues but Very Reliable

JimL, 01/15/2020
1998 Chevrolet Astro LT 3dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

You will put in tie rod ends every 40K or less and many sets of tires on these vans. I purchased the 50K tires and they always fail about 50% of the expected life. They always prorate so you get nothing. (not a complaint about vehicle here but tires and their false ratings) Ball joints need replacement around 100K. Also, you need to replace the cap and rotor every 12 -15K miles or it will not start. Doghouse is not fun to remove to work on engine but not too difficult. Changing plugs are a chore. (especially drivers’ side one is very difficult to get to). I purchased my 1991 with 100K miles. I now have 270K and still runs fine no issues. I replaced alternator twice as a preventative measure (was making some noise) and fuel pump, water pump, and brakes (typical wear items). Heater Core started leaking and replaced it myself many years back. Very tiny bit of oil consumption and leakage under vehicle between oil changes (less than many new vehicles). Rims are rusting out now and develop slow leaks and so is under body. I replaced one already. Original Exhaust!! Can you believe That!! Not a great turning (handling) vehicle when compared to full sized Avalanche or equivalent and not a lot of leg room but good enough for me (I am 6' 2”). Only recently check engine because the anti-lock is not working. who needs it? I don't need this fancy anti-lock junk and I find simplicity is best. A.C died many years ago and minimal heat due to gunk in the radiator (many flushings) but now they say there is a leak in radiator, and they cannot flush or pressurize it. Funny It must be near the top of the water line because I only add like one cup per year? It does not leak. This is more of a truck and not a minivan for the wife. it does great in winter and it super handy for homeowners who need to haul replacement water heaters or washer/dryers. overall this is a GREAT RELIABLE vehicle. I love it and will miss it dearly if and when I decide to part with it. I am thinking of a Chevy Avalanche to replace it someday

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5 out of 5 stars
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