Used 1997 Chevrolet C/K 1500 Series Consumer Reviews
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8 years and 100,000 miles
darleen, 01/24/2004
1997 Chevrolet C/K 1500 Series Silverado 2dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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This truck is just great. The paint is still beautiful, all the gagits still work, power windows and doors, never a problem. It runs great. After 8 years and 100,000 miles you just can't beat it. Other than regular maintance, this truck has cost me nothing in repairs, it is reliable and dependable. I highly recommend it.
Best Truck Ever
bigdaddy777, 01/29/2004
1997 Chevrolet C/K 1500 Series Silverado 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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I have a 97 Z71 Extended Cab. I love it. I have 4wd stick in the floor with 3rd door. I get nearly 20 mpg on the highway, good for a 5.7L motor. I have nothing bad to say about I am the 2nd owner of this truck.
Last Chevy I will buy
pjc1, 01/06/2003
1997 Chevrolet C/K 1500 Series Silverado 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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This is the most costly vehicle to maintain that I have ever purchased. Just a few things I have replaced include 4 sets of rotors, transfer/axle seals, fuel pump, alternator, wheel cylinder, pinion seal, windshield wiper motor, and horn. I just took it in for service yesterday and they say it needs over $1000 worth of repairs including replacement of suspension components and coolant leak repairs. I do not abuse this vehicle in any way or use it as a work truck. My next vehicle will be a heavy duty Ford or Dodge.
175,000 and still going.
Steve (WI), 04/15/2004
1997 Chevrolet C/K 1500 Series Cheyenne 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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Bought it new in 97. Put in a tranny at 165,000. The usual maintenance. The motor is the 305. I have always run synthetic oil in it. 175k and the oil pressure is rock solid. Real good compression for high miles. It's a great truck!
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tjoyce, 08/10/2004
1997 Chevrolet C/K 1500 Series Silverado 2dr Regular Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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Rear end housing went bad after 50,000 miles. Upper intake gasket went out about the same time.
Long Lasting
Russ Woods, 02/09/2005
1997 Chevrolet C/K 1500 Series Silverado 2dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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My truck now has 170,000 miles (2005) and still going strong. The only major issue I have with my truck is that I have had to replace the alternator 3 times since 82,000 miles in 2000 when I bought the truck. A good tune up, and new shocks and I'll be on the way to another 100,000 miles. I would drive it across the continent, provided that I carry an extra alternator for security.
Like a Rock with a Cadilac Ride
Walker, 02/24/2005
1997 Chevrolet C/K 1500 Series Silverado 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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Had this truck for 6 years. Nothing major at all. Replaced water pump @ 75000. Changed filters regularly and (Mobil) oil every 2500 miles. I am a firm believer in preventive maintainence. I don't abuse the truck, but I don't drive it like a little old lady either. I've had 7 Chevy used trucks in my life. I refuse to by new. Get the bugs worked out first. If this truck ever turns on me, I'll never buy a Ford or Dodge. Chevys obviously the truck for me!
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johnc, 08/18/2002
1997 Chevrolet C/K 1500 Series Silverado 2dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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Bought the truck with 36,000 miles on it now has 141,000 and still trucking. Have had to replace the alt, water pump, and the transmition seems to have problems shifting after driving for more than 30 min. Will almost chirp the wheels it shifts so hard. $800 and three shops later still no fix. With the miles I have put on it has served me well.
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rod cra, 08/30/2003
1997 Chevrolet C/K 1500 Series Silverado 2dr Regular Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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Ihad a toyota 3 times before and when i bought a new one and there was problems they did not stand behind it I bought a chevy yes i had a few problems but they took care of the isues to make me happy I will buy a another chevy
Not for the long haul!
sledspeedracer, 03/21/2006
1997 Chevrolet C/K 1500 Series Cheyenne 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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This truck has been one problem after the other. I have put one engine, 2 transmissions and a long list of other parts over the years into this truck. It is underpowered for my needs. I can say the ride is car like and a better ride than any other truck I have had. I am going to try a Dodge next.
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