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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2001 Express, so we've included reviews for other years of the Express since its last redesign.
Workhorse
Raj, 07/11/2008
2000 Chevrolet Express G3500 LS 3dr Ext Van
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Owned 10 years, over 185,000 miles on it, still going strong. Repairs relatively minor: brakes, belts, that sort of thing. Amazingly, still riding on the original transmission. If you need to move a lot of people and their stuff, she's beast of a workhorse. Because it is so big, the MPG is very low, around 12. But she's amazingly easy to handle, and park, and the visibility is the best of the big vans. Very reliable workhorse. Minor issues: drivers side window failed at 70K. Door lock panel fell inside door. Interior side panels got loose at about 100K. Tires are expensive to replace. But she's been one of the best vans we've owned, and we've used her hard!
Chevy Express
Castiglia, 12/03/2004
2000 Chevrolet Express G2500 3dr Van
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
The Chevy Express has been a very reliable vehicle. The quality of the vehicle is lacking in certain areas. For example, almost every interior light has failed. The dash, radio, window/lock buttons, control panel lights are mostly burned out. Engine performance and fuel economy is nothing to brag about. I expected low milage but not 15mpg on the highway unloaded. About 11 or 12 in the city.
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Big Family Hauler
dennis, 07/26/2005
1999 Chevrolet Express G3500 LS 3dr Ext Van
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
We bought this rascal in lieu of a Suburban and in favor of Ford's one tonner. It has served us well, although the interior finish is better suited for a cheap doll house. Roadability is excellent. I am over 6'3" and not skinny and I can drive for hours in this vehicle without the usual leg cramps, etc. If you are tall and heavy, you understand. As I said, the interior lacks in quality, the carpet wore through 2 years ago, the reclining passenger seat now is a rocking chair, the door panels are impossible to keep attached with use. The engine is flawless as long as it is serviced regularly, it will let you know if you forget. The transmission is still under scrutiny.
Den On Wheels
franks350, 02/04/2004
2000 Chevrolet Express G1500 LS 3dr Van
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
A great family vehicle to own! You get plenty of cargo and passeger room.I personally have a conversion van package and love the extra headroom and accessories.What other vehicle can you drive and have to stop to calm or assist children in rear without leaving the vehicle?The tv/vcr is a god sent if you have kids and go on long rides or trips. Very reliable and trust worthy.fuel economy is a trade off with all the room and comfort you get.I was more than willing to pay at the pump and be comfortable and not crambed.
Great Van... a True Life-Saver!!
Stevemko, 01/24/2003
1998 Chevrolet Express G1500 LS 3dr Van
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Our '98 Chevy Express Van came with the luxurious Stealth conversion package. This vehicle was a true joy to drive --- responsive, comfortable seating, excellent view, ergonomic cabin layout and other super-duper features. Whether driving to Disney World or shopping for groceries, we traveled in splendid comfort. Four years and 110,000 miles later, it still ran in tip-top condition. Recently, we accidentally rolled over this van in an accident on an icy stretch of I-81. Thanks to God, and to the Chevy Express design, no one was injured. It was indeed a miracle and a tribute to this wonderful van!
1997 Express
steve, 02/11/2006
1997 Chevrolet Express G1500 3dr Van
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
1997 Express 1500 Conversion w/55K miles in Mar 2002. 5L V8 equipped. Reliable for appx 30K miles, then all heck broke loose. By 105K miles: Trans replacement (NO tow pkg), rear axle seals, both u-joints, fuel pump module, gas gauge sender, starter, alternator, radiator repair, A/C repair, 2 fuel injectors. Upper intake manfifold gasket. Chronic Intake Manifold coolant leaks, Vacuum line leaks, tail-lite replacement. #8 cyl ate spark plugs (every 3K-5K miles after 80K miles) finally suffered ring or valve failure at 105K (0 compression at idle). RH side rear door hinges corroded and upper hinge broke making door unuseable. Prior to engine fail - spent over 8K on repairs in 10K miles.
Excellent product
LJRacing91, 10/13/2008
2001 Chevrolet Express 2500 3dr Ext Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I purchased this van from the original owner in May of '08 at 105k miles. Have put almost 40k miles on it since that time, as I drive hotshot. It has never left me hanging, and aside from the chronic taillight problem, valve guide seals, and an alternator, it's been problem free. It hauls 3000lbs of payload easily, and has the ability to haul 3 full size pallets (12' total!). The seats are excellent for long trips, as I go out of town/state regularly. Would definitely recommend this van for work of any kind. An excellent hauler with plenty of power, and a stable ride, even with 3000lbs in the back. It doesn't drift or float. Keep it maintained and it will go forever.
Great Improvement
DaveScans, 03/14/2004
2000 Chevrolet Express G1500 LS 3dr Van
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This design is a huge improvement over previous Chevrolet Vans. I find the interior to be much quieter, ride to be better, and handling to be much easier. I do have this van in a conversion form, but it outclasses my older GS van by far.
Better in the long run
Yak, 07/18/2006
2001 Chevrolet Express 1500 LT 3dr Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
We have now owned this vehicle for more than 4 years. We are having the same experiences with the seat levers breaking but other than that it is a real workhorse. We are now towing a 4400 lb camper with it and it is doing marvelously. Sure the gas mileage stinks but it's solid mechanically. The driver side sun visor has been replaced 4 times and it's still falling apart. The kids love the van and for long trips, that's really important. We even use it to transport half of my son's basketball team to games.
Fix my seats & it's ready for next owner
what a soccer van!, 05/26/2006
2001 Chevrolet Express 1500 LT 3dr Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Four kids each with his own space; we couldn't be happier. Great layout inside and all the geegaws kept the kids quiet while we talked. Easy to drive. We made long trips with cargo packed in the rear and everybody well pleased. This car was targeted at us, and we loved it.
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Billthedrummer, 02/21/2004
2000 Chevrolet Express G3500 LS 3dr Ext Van
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
This van serves the purposes I bought it for. It drives smooth and pulls my 19 FT bow rider boat better than my old 92' F250. The clearance inside is higher than my truck was with a cap on it. All the seats remove easily so I can load up with music equipment. I can even leave seats in and bring the band along with me. It has the 5.7 litre motor so I have no problems on hills. I use it to take the garbage to the dump too. The garbage cans will fit standing up in the back with the lids on. I haven't owned it for very long so I can't tell you all the many uses.
It's paid for so don't laugh.
firefightingfool, 10/24/2008
2001 Chevrolet Express 1500 LT 3dr Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I love my van. My wife hates it. (Due to the consumption of fuel, along with the price of fuel.) I upgraded from an Chevy Astro. The room, the entertainment system, the handling, the styling, the aggressive motor, the storage room behind the rear seat, the duel A/C. I can go on forever. The only drawback is the fuel economy, which I really don't mind, because the entire family can travel in comfort. I bought my van with 29,000 miles and I currently have just over 93,000 miles. When it comes to repairs, I've needed to replace my starter, alternator and battery. With regular maintenance my vehicle has been superb.
High mileage problems !
Fisherman Joe, 04/24/2010
1999 Chevrolet Express G1500 3dr Van
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 1500 Express 5 years ago, & when I picked it up I started a long drive home, & at 2:30 am on the freeway it quit. 3 days later I was away again after replacing a fuel pump at about 149,000 mi. The rest of my trip was uneventful. Other than the usual wear & tear (brakes, a 2nd in- tank fuel pump,muffler, door lock).I still have the van with 240,000 mi. For the past year or so, it has been running really rough. I changed fuel filter, spark plugs, distributor, rotor, & other parts to no avail. Finally took it to a dealer. $1950 later it has a new computer, injector, vacuum leak repaired, c/w all tuning & reprogramming. For the last 100 miles or so it runs like new !!
Conversion Express Van
Mckinley G, 12/29/2009
1997 Chevrolet Express G1500 LS 3dr Van
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My experience with the 1500 Chevy Express Van is very pleasant. You will be hard pressed to fine another van that rides like it. The 5.7 liter engine is adequate in power but I would like to get better gas mileage. It has plenty of room and the auto volume radio is nice. The gas mileage in the city of course is not good in traffic but what 350 cid engine is. I really love this truck and would consider getting another one but
Good for everything
Great for everything, 01/24/2010
1999 Chevrolet Express G3500 LS 3dr Ext Van
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have used this van for heavy hauling, passengers, and road trips. Is better than an SUV in almost every way. More space, more seating, more comfort, and just great for everything!
Ship of the highway
timyak, 06/17/2002
2001 Chevrolet Express 1500 LT 3dr Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We had an Astro and it still didn't handle the towing that this beast does. We got the LT to get more storage room and still tow our camper thru the mountains when needed. The kids enjoy the space and the entertainment system. So far this is a great vehicle and compared to the Astro, the quality is much better. I also really like the modular seats that can be interchanged all over the van. One of my passengers was 6'4" and he was amazed at the room in the back seats.
No Regrets
Joel M., 10/15/2002
1998 Chevrolet Express G1500 LS 3dr Van
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
With a growing family, I hesitantly decided to purchase a full size van versus going mini again or Suburban. The deciding factor was cargo room. I have no regrets. I comfortably fit the whole family plus I have 4.5 feet of cargo room behind the rear bench that makes travel very nice (no car-top carrier anymore). My van has the 5.0 V8, which is smooth and has lots of power. Towing up 5000 lbs is no problem. The transmission is very smooth for a GM product. Mileage with the 5.0 is about 15/18. This van has never been in the shop for repairs (one body repair – see below) and it’s approaching 60000. I and my wife both love it.
Still going strong
Joe Harper, 03/22/2007
2000 Chevrolet Express G3500 LS 3dr Van
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had this vehicle for six years. Has 218,000 miles. Never had a problem with the engine. Recently started to have problem with trans. The van still runs great and starts every morning. I definitely will purchase another Express. The interior parts don't hold up too well but the performance and mechanical reliability make up for it.
Excellent quality and everything else
Dianne Fortney , 12/11/2020
2000 Chevrolet Express G1500 3dr Van
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We have recently sold our 2000 Chevy Van Conversion Van but just because we already had enough Vehicles. This Van had zero rust and 2 minor dings (our fault). But, it had supreme quality! We just kept it clean.
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Our Adventure Mobile
gep10, 09/11/2004
2001 Chevrolet Express 1500 LT 3dr Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We use this vehicle to tow our camper around the midwest and carry our family, gear & guests on ski trips & kayaking and biking trips. We also use it to haul large objects and loads ( rototillers, pavers, lumber, etc.). It has been a great traveling vehicle; everyone is very comfortable even after long drives (good seat design, amazing legroom for 2nd & 3rd rows, strong ft/rr AC/ heater system) and the Bose/dual TV/VCR system w/AV hookups is great. 255/70 Firestone Indy 500 tires transformed the wet/ dry handling and I've safely passed 4WD SUV's on snow and ice on our ski trips after installing four winter tires. Very pleased with this vehicle.
Excellent work truck
Don P, 12/21/2009
2000 Chevrolet Express G2500 3dr Van
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Express cargo van is an excellent choice for the small contractor-repairman. Our truck runs 30,000 miles a year with nothing but routine maintenance, even after 10 years in service. The 5.7 V8 runs flawlessly, and effortlessly carries whatever load we have put on it.
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rich baumann, 01/06/2017
2000 Chevrolet Express G1500 LS 3dr Van
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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Great escape
Hess, 05/06/2018
2000 Chevrolet Express G1500 LS 3dr Van
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Excellent vehicle! Very comfortable ride. Great for a very comfortable get-a-way. Very ideal for long trips!
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jlmercer, 09/28/2003
2001 Chevrolet Express 1500 LT 3dr Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
love this van we do alot of camping and it realy fits the bill , b
Family Van and Cargo hauler
boili, 07/06/2006
2001 Chevrolet Express 1500 LT 3dr Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought the van to have more cargo space. Mission accomplished. Cavernous room after to take out all seats. Easy to drive und relaxing ride on long trips. High seat position give a good view. LT trim very appealing. Enjoy stepping in every time.
Nice Family Van
David, 03/04/2007
2001 Chevrolet Express 1500 LT 3dr Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought new in July 2001. Due to kid reduction am ready to sell. Was great family van. Tows great. Plenty of room everywhere! No better vehicle for 2-4 kids.
Our "Goin' Up North" Vehicle
johnandlore, 11/12/2003
2001 Chevrolet Express 1500 LT 3dr Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought this van in Oct. 2001 when GM first came out with 0% financing. It has been a real workhorse ever since - towing our jet-skis, hauling building supplies, or just ferrying us to our 'Up North' cottage. Everyone who rides in it is amazed at the roominess. The ride is surprisingly smooth, and the kids love the TV/VCR with the A/V hookups.