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good working friend
abel, 01/21/2004
2004 Chevrolet Express Cargo 3500 Rwd 3dr Ext Van (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Iam a cable tech supervisor been using too many trucks finaly mi compani faund some truck I feel confident on the road using an average of 100 mls per day bery goooooood
Haul Away!
Matt, 02/23/2008
2003 Chevrolet Express Cargo 2500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Bought van used in 06 w/ very low mileage. Ample space and hauling capacity. Great, modern look for a work van. 4.8 V8 is reliable as they come, but underpowered for a van this size, especially if you carry a massive amount of equipment as I do. Then again, these vans are made for hauling, not speed. I will buy another Express in the future, but instead go w/ the larger 6.0L engine.
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GREAT FOR BUSSINESS
chckc, 11/15/2002
2003 Chevrolet Express Cargo 3500 Rwd 3dr Ext Van (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my first Van.I bought month ago,already drive 10500 miles in one month,its great vehicle,interior is great,better then older model,more space.
Work Horse
Dave`, 03/16/2004
2003 Chevrolet Express Cargo 3500 Rwd 3dr Van (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Awesome power, good handling, interior cargo space is the largest I've seen. I'm a general contractor and after install shelving units and cabinets from American Van then loading app. 1800 pounds of tools I saw no difference in performance. A great van for the service industry.
Repeat owner
jarhead66, 03/30/2003
2003 Chevrolet Express Cargo 3500 Rwd 3dr Ext Van (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Excellent work vehicle, third one in as many years, only drawback is it's poor mpg however. Even with careful driving it only gets around 10 in the city.
GMC Savana Cargo Van
bob998, 03/01/2004
2004 Chevrolet Express Cargo 1500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Great van! Drives like a car, can haul over a ton, great brakes and steering. No rattles or noises -- get 20.2 MPG on the Hwy. The 4.3L six has excellent low-end torque, reliability and economy.
Starcraft LT Conversion (5.3L V8)
John K, 05/23/2007
2004 Chevrolet Express Cargo 1500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The van is really an Express RV-base model upgraded with a Starcraft low-top conversion. Great vehicle. Starcraft conversion approach much better than going with the conventional Chevy passenger van. Owned a couple of Ford vans previously, no comparsion, Chevy much superior, particulalry with respect to control and handling. Gas mileage great too after about a 5K mile break in period. Driving about 85% highway and 15% city we're getting a little over 19.5 mpg. Estimate the actual city/highway mileage breakdown would be 16/20. Not bad for 5300 lb full-sized van.
good/ bad
red, 07/28/2009
2001 Chevrolet Express Cargo 3500 3dr Ext Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought last fall w/ 183k miles from linen business. First replaced fuel pump and trans cooler. Good runner. Trans slips in the 4th gear solenoid. Holds a lot. Thin metal body but galvanized. Kinda makes me sorry I didn't hold onto my old Ford p/u, so much simpler and cheaper parts!
chevt express garbage
bigman1, 09/06/2007
2001 Chevrolet Express Cargo 1500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle with 52,000 miles on it the carfax was clean and the vehicle overall was a very clean good looking vehicle. I took meticulous care of it oil changes and everything down to tire rotations. well it now has 84,000 miles on it and i'm on the second engine, the AC has gone out, replaced the fuel pump twice in about 13 months, alternator, the tensioner was replaed twice as well as some other pulley and numerous other things, so many i cant remember in short i have put almost 5k (half of what i originally paid) into this piece of garbage hoping that that will be the last problem but no sooner does somethin else break down.
Chevy Express Cargo Van
polecat, 11/03/2003
2003 Chevrolet Express Cargo 3500 Rwd 3dr Ext Van (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Initial problem with power steering. At 60000 miles brake cylinder leak. Terrible alignment problems with heavy loads
WOW...NICE ROAD MACHINE
craftsman, 07/08/2003
2003 Chevrolet Express Cargo 1500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
What a DREAM to drive!..Quiet, Roomy, and really smoothe handling on just about any type of road surface. I got the base model and really don't miss all the bells and whistles I had on my old Jeep Grand Cher LTD. Had it 3 months now w/3000k miles and am completely satisfied with it. Great for my construction work (handling equipment and building materials.) 6 cyl gets good mileage at 20 mpg on the interstate. Solid and well-built! Still getting use to backing up in it though...
Express Cargo
Linda Espiritu, 08/27/2006
2004 Chevrolet Express Cargo 3500 Rwd 3dr Ext Van (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We've owned this van and are still driving it, first in a cleaning use for my company where we cleaned new construction homes, and now for special functions at church ,school etc. I enjoy driving the van and being able to help so many people with various needs. It has a lot of room and functionality to offer for large families or groups for serious travel or for fun trips. I would highly reccomend this van to any one who is in need for such a vehicle.
MPG Sweet Spot!
Robert DuBois, 10/16/2015
updated 04/19/2017
2004 Chevrolet Express Cargo 2500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I got over 20 MPG while trying to maintain 58 mph. Love the little V8 4.8L. Power when you need it, soft and relaxing when your regular driving needs are there. If I push the van to 70 mph, then my economy is 16 - 17. BUT, using my Blue Tooth Engine checking device, I found 58mph is the sweet spot for just over 20mpg. I can handle that. V8 towing power, travel economy, and looks. I like it!
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Chevy Express Van
Tim Haigler, 09/19/2007
2003 Chevrolet Express Cargo 1500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Our company operates a fleet of delivery vans in 1/2 to 1 ton ratings. Our oldest (2003) Chevy 1500 van now has over 260000 miles in which time we have replaced the water pump, and alternator, and a pinion seal. That's it. No brake pads / rotors or any other part other than oil, filters, and tires. These new (2003-2005) vans have performed far better than the Fords and older GM vans in terms of reliability, gas mileage, and tire mileage. The handling and brake performance is a tremendous improvment over the other vehicles in our fleet. We often operate high mileage vans but none have been as trouble free and the new GM vehicles. They are all have the 5.3 engines and 3.73 gears. Good Job.
Flower Van used on funerals
FlowerVanforFunerals, 06/28/2005
2002 Chevrolet Express Cargo 1500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We use an Express van at our funeral home. It's overall a good work van, easy to drive especially on long trips. I'd actually take the Chevy Express over our old flower van (97 Ford E-150) any day.
Faithful Friend
jfra, 10/23/2007
2002 Chevrolet Express Cargo 1500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We purchased our van for our antique furniture business. We have had nothing but great luck from this van. No mechanical failures or cosmetic issues to date. This has been one of the best vehicles we have ever owned. Everyday it is outside waiting for work and never fails to deliver. We have the small v8 and it has plenty of power but we do not tow anything. Long distance comfort in unmatched but sadly this van is around town only now. We purchased a 2007 Dodge Sprinter because of the roof height. It is a more useful vehicle for our needs but the Chevy never fails. I highly recommed unless you need the high roof.
MY CHEVY VAN
CHRIS BALL, 05/23/2003
2003 Chevrolet Express Cargo 2500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
MY, CHEVY EXSPRESS IS A JOY TO DRIVE,I AM VERY HAPPY WITH MY 2003 CHEVY CARGO VAN ALLTHOUGH, I HAVE NOT HAD IT LOADED YET. I HAVE NOT HAD A CHANCE TO DRIVE IT WITH A FULL LOAD YET.
Too many problems
Don, 07/14/2009
2001 Chevrolet Express Cargo 3500 3dr Ext Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this van used with 21000 miles on it. It has been maintained with all synthetic fluids since I have owned it. I had to replace the transmission at 189000 miles and once again at 241000 miles. Fuel pump had to be replaced at 140000 miles. Shift cable replaced at 135000 miles. Most of the miles have been highway miles and the van has never been driven hard. Many repairs over the years, but the main complaint is the poor transmission quality for such a heavy duty vehicle. Still driving the van with over 250000 miles on it. The engine is as good as ever.
2002 Chevy Express Cargo Van won't run
jamo4, 05/12/2011
2002 Chevrolet Express Cargo 3500 3dr Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I run a currier business with several vans. Overall this is the worst van I have ever owned, Multiple problems, fuel pump, Ignition switch, ECM, Distributor, etc. Not depnedable at all. GM is no help. Have spent a bundle in repairs and towing. Looking on the web seems these are standard problems for the 99-02 express van. Very little help out there, but plenty of suggestions. Gone to the junk yard with only 135000 miles on it.
Perfect
tomnouri, 05/23/2010
2002 Chevrolet Express Cargo 1500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This van has saved my life so many times. Dependable, lots of power, good on gas, never let me down.
Did I get a loser?
Jay, 10/12/2002
2002 Chevrolet Express Cargo 3500 3dr Ext Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
1 week after buying this vehicle it started with rough idle and chattering wheels upon accelerating from a stop sign. 4 weeks I discovered the gas tank leaked and rear wheel well leaked. The leaks have been fixed but the Technicians (not mechanics) cannot find a problem with the other malfunctions. Well, if they took it for a ride, instead of plugging it into a computer, they could feel the problem.
last guy got a lemon
ECC, 01/08/2003
2002 Chevrolet Express Cargo 2500 3dr Ext Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
we have several fords and chevy cargos and by far the chevy are better. No problems ever with the chevs and many with the ford. Chev gets better milage is more comfortable and quiet and just in every way a better van. Have had no experience with the dodges however but just as a general rule stay away from chrysler products. the guy that posted last just got a lemon...better luck next time...no auto maker can produce a 100% perfection rate off an assembly line...Trade it in on a new chev. Rob
Did I get a loser?
jay, 10/12/2002
2002 Chevrolet Express Cargo 3500 3dr Ext Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
1 week after buying this vehicle it started with rough idle and chattering wheels upon accelerating from a stop sign. 4 weeks I discovered the gas tank leaked and rear wheel well leaked. The leaks have been fixed but the Technicians (not mechanics) cannot find a problem with the other malfunctions. Well, if they took it for a ride, instead of plugging it into a computer, they could feel the problem.
last guy got a lemon
ecc, 01/08/2003
2002 Chevrolet Express Cargo 2500 3dr Ext Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
we have several fords and chevy cargos and by far the chevy are better. No problems ever with the chevs and many with the ford. Chev gets better milage is more comfortable and quiet and just in every way a better van. Have had no experience with the dodges however but just as a general rule stay away from chrysler products. the guy that posted last just got a lemon...better luck next time...no auto maker can produce a 100% perfection rate off an assembly line...Trade it in on a new chev. Rob
Reliable Work Horse
Justin, 08/06/2020
2002 Chevrolet Express Cargo 2500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
5.0L V-8 (Edmunds didn't show this as an option). It has nearly 240K miles on it. I've averaged 18 mpgs on the highway. It's been EXTREMELY reliable. It's beginning to show its age, but it IS almost 20 years old. At 125K miles when I bought it, it had a hard time staying in the top gear. I changed the transmission fluid, and the problem went away. I've replaced the fluid regularly (about every 40K miles) and have had no more issues. The engine is not particularly powerful, but it gets the job done. As far as full size vans go, I couldn't have wished for better.
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It was what I wanted/needed.
Sapska, 10/22/2023
2003 Chevrolet Express Cargo 1500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I might have found a better deal if I wanted to drive over 10 miles, but it suited my needs.
Great car - chevy 2500 -60000 miles
misu3108, 09/20/2004
2004 Chevrolet Express Cargo 2500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in April 2004 to do delivery. Now it's almost october and I have 58000 miles on it.It runs great and I'm realy satisfied with it.I started to put synthetic oil and it seems that my gas mileage went up from 13-15 to 15-17 which is great even though I changed the oil about every 11000 miles as the oil light said.I'm trying to get even better mileage by buying tornadofuelsaver, but the consumer report says that it doesn't work.I didn't have any problems with it but I was thinking to exchange it with a Sprinter(diesel) to save more money.The reviews are not as good as the Express has so I'm still thinking about it.
Chevy makes a good work van
ccroceiii, 12/17/2005
2004 Chevrolet Express Cargo 3500 Rwd 3dr Van (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Having owned Dodge vans in the past for my contracting business, I was foiled by the 47 inch doorway clearance which did not allow a full sheet of plywood unless angled. Chevy provides access and ease of use. My van has exterior doors on the upper panels that allow access to even the most difficult corners of the custom built shelves. The dealer inadequately tried to explain it's new traction system. I don't know what it does, but have never been stuck in the snow with it. It looks a little strange with angled cut corners and a chicken wire grill. The walls are a bit thin and I know will not stand up to a load shift. Overall, a good truck.
van
frog20, 12/07/2002
2001 Chevrolet Express Cargo 3500 3dr Ext Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is a good reliable vehicle for making office supply deliveries and works well for small furniture also.