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Best small truck money can buy
dougdangelo, 08/29/2012
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
25 of 25 people found this review helpful
My friends and I have owned s10's since we were old enough to drive. I bought my 02 s10 for $3800.00 with 168k on the odo. Since that time it has towed my boats, pulled trucks 3 times its size off the beach, been loaded with 1500 lbs of concrete blocks for home improvement projects, spent a good deal of time off roading in the hills of KY, and all the while took me an additional 72,000 miles. I have now passed the truck to my brother who uses it every day. I can't say enough good things about it. It is completely bulletproof. There is a good reason you see so many of these things on the road to this day. There is nothing on the road today that posesses the rugged simplicity of the S10.
Love My S10!!
Christina, 02/16/2010
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
I bought my S10 used with about 94K. I have had it for two years and drove it to work 5 days a week. No major repairs, just standard things like brakes and front ball joints. I am really satisfied with it and have gotten many compliments. The 4.3L V6 is very powerful and the 4x4 is great in the snow.
Best truck ever
ronnies, 07/26/2011
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I own a 2002 S10 LS extended cab 4wd, and have since purchasing it used in September 2004. At the time of purchase, it had 26k and now has 98k. I service it regularly and have never had any issues other than the tires,brakes, battery that you will have with any vehicle. I have had the check engine light come on twice, and both times the thermostat needing replacing to process the emissions better. I have given thought to purchasing a larger truck with more interior space, but the truck just wont give me a reason to do so. I have offers to buy it constantly, but its a member of the family. We also own a 2011 Equinox which we love also, but if its just wife and I, we take the S10
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Travis Frankhouser, 09/08/2015
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I currently have an 02 v6 s10 with 173k miles on all stock drivetrain. I used this truck for work and towing and beat the living piss out of it. Changed the oil once a year. Never changed the tranny fluid, antifreeze, rear end oil, or greased anything. just ran the hell out of it. Nothing major broke but the fuel pump and the distributor broke 3 times. But still one tough truck
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mixed feelings
s10ct, 08/30/2012
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
02 4.3L 2WD Base w/ Ext. cab, 115K. Always kept up with oil changes, tranny & coolant flush. Put more $ in this truck than care to admit...but yet I reflect on its continued performance. Items replaced: fuel injectors, thermostat, rear main seal, front caliper seized twice (same one each time) so new front brake system each time, replaced radiator, 100K tune up so new plugs/wires/dist.cap/rotor. 3rd door useless, oil cooler line replaced, and the big one...blown tranny at 113K (google s10 sunshell and you'll see what I mean). This truck better last until 200K+ with all I've put into it without any more costly repairs. Truck still gets 24mpg and has lots of get up and go when i need it.
Good little truck
tom, 10/09/2010
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought the truck from the original owner, Found out the little motor is suppose to get 22 mpg, I'm getting 14 right now with 63k on it. other then the annoying secondary air Injector tripping the check engine light constantly, the lack of power, lack of fuel economy, and being on the third. 3rd door handle (now an aluminum one from ebay) i'm very pleased with the truck. As soon as i find out what's up with the gas mileage
Love My Little Truck
Vickie, 03/17/2016
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my S-10 brand new. I would not trade it, never had any trouble out of it.
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best small truck i feel
sparta729, 05/22/2009
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love this truck, I wanted to get one for a long time. Zr2 package is my favorite, because it lets the truck come already as a fun looking small sized offroad pick-up. The s10 also is still a Nice truck which ever version, u have, like 4x4,2wd, stripped, loaded, anyway its still comes as a Nice looking truck, unlike the Tacoma or Dakota were if those trucks don't come in the better models they look stripped, and cheap, the Tacoma more so.
Good Truck
Riderfun87, 10/22/2009
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck in spring 06 w/70k miles. It was been very good to me even though i have been hard on it. The only issue i had was the CAT and O2 censors went out and i had to get them replaced. I'm thinking that was due to taking it off roading a few to many times. The truck averages about 18 MPG driving around town and has gotten as high as 21 MPG doing 70 on long trips.
First Chevrolet Owned
stroudt, 06/20/2002
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have always owned Ford trucks. The last one being a 1997 Ranger. When I began shopping, I honestly wanted a Dakota. But the $3000 rebate and the big 4.3 six cyl lured me into a S10. I am soooooooooo glad that I chose the Chevy. After driving a 4 cyl Ranger for 4 years the Chevy was quite a performance improvement. Fuel economy has been better than advertised. There are so many little "extras" with regard to creature comfort and convenience features that Ford or Dodge just do not offer.
Wish they still made these!
drdetroit, 09/27/2010
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is the third s10 I have owned, I have had a 99,00 and the current 02. I am very partial to the 4.3 because it is very dependable and I always put 200,000 miles or more on these trucks. I do not know why people have had problems with the fuel pump, I have got 180,000 out of all of mine. I always felt the truck was a good buy with good looks for the money! I would Rather push a USA truck than drive any Toyota!
Reliable, Not Flashy
BMFARMER, 07/19/2002
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The styling might be tiered but the dependability is wide awake. The body panels fit perfectly while the 4.3L 6 cylinder provides plenty of pep for the automatic trans. The payload and towing limits are sufficient for routine household requirements while the fuel efficiency is much better than expected.
1999 S-10 ZR-2 5-Speed
Very Pleased, 03/24/2002
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I'll be 50 this year and this is easily the best built vehicle I have ever owned. It came from the factory with zero defects and with three years of use in Anchorage, Alaska, which isn't the easiest climate on vehicles, it had a whopping total of one defect in three years. Excellent job Chevy.
Tetanus shot up to date if you lean against this v
RJ, 01/15/2020
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle when it was 13 years old and only had 40,000 mile s thinking I was getting a cream puff. Immediately had to replace cat converter, O2 sensor, maf sensor,and ac/heater control panel. Love the size of pickup but cheap int,inferior ext(I've owned 2 S10s and both weigh a lot less than when I bought them,RUST)and horrible gas mileage. Idk I'd love to buy another one but i just cant picture myself doing it too many negatives
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No Worries
Whyte, 07/08/2008
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I havent had any problems from my 02 Xtreme extended cab. the zq8 suspension is amazing and the engine pushes a lot of power to this truck. I've raced Mustangs and had them eating my dust. The gas mileage was bad until I put a throttle body spacer on it, which added about 4mpg and will pay for itself in no time. The truck is great and I have no problems with it, I love it to death. The only work I've had to put in it was my own on the engine, with a throttle body spacer, straight pipe dual exhaust kit, and spectre air intake system, and haven't had to spend any money on repairs, but I am the 2nd owner and the previous owner may have had work done.
s-10' s should last till the end of time
2kchevy, 04/26/2002
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
If your looking to buy a truck to keep forever an s-10 is a good pick. Reability in 2.2l is a little more depenable than the 4.3l. The 2.2l s- 10 is close to the depenablity of a toyato. Any 2.2l should be good for your money either way. Parts are much cheaper on the domestic trucks!!
Sweet Truck
Tex, 06/10/2002
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
ZR2 is the best light duty 4x4 available
great power from the 4.3L
riano, 06/20/2002
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This truck is everything I hoped it would be. The reliability is still to be determined, since I've only owned the truck for a month. I do know, however, that the mail trucks in my town all have S-10 engines and transmissions and are VERY reliable. This tows at least 4,000 lbs. with no problem. No defects as far as I could see. Great power without sacrificing too much gas mileage. Both interior and exterior are stylish, if not a little conservative. Great comfort. Maybe a little too much wind noise on highway. Overall great buy for the money.
Was great until new engine at 136k miles
tom, 04/12/2010
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My S10 has 160k miles and counting. The truck has been very good to me with the exception of replacing the engine at 136k miles. Turns out the GM 2.2 L has a weakness in the valve guide design or fabrication. I lost compression in #3 cyl. I decided to spend the big $$ on replacing the engine rather than buy a $4500 used car. (The devil you know is better than the devil you don't.) Overall the truck is good. It can take 3 passengers, gets 25 mpg, and can haul and tow decent payloads. Unfortunately, it doesn't do any one of these thing exceptionally well, but is is a "do- all" vehicle. My biggest complaint is that I should get better mpg, cause that 4cyl is pretty wimpy!
It's a truck, that's about it
bharvey67, 07/09/2002
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought this vehicle in May and it does everything that I ask it to do. It rides like a truck, and handles like a truck. The V6 engine is a low-tech, low-revving engine that has gobs of low- end torque. As far as quality goes, the interior plastic pieces aren't put on very well, but other than that the truck is doing ok. I have no regrets in buying it.
S-10 15 months after purchase
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2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After owning this vehicle for 15 months, overall I am satisfied given the dollars spent. The vehicle looks great and has been reliable.
EXTREME Street Machine
KC_Downtown_Dweller, 08/19/2002
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Factory stripes and low crouching suspension give this truck a very intimidating look. You really have to see these beauties in person to get the effect. Plenty of room in extended cab for audio. Do yourself a favor and invest in a good Tonneau cover and a radar/laser jammer. Does 100 MPH too quickly and 80 MPH too easily. 3rd time truck owner, first time Chevy - very happy. Will buy again.
John's review!
John18, 07/01/2002
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My last truck was a s-10 a 95 4cl it really had no problems at all. With the 3000 rebate i just could not say no to a new one. This time i got the 4.3L V6 Sportside model so it can tow what i want and looks better than a regular s-10.
Excellent little pick up truck!!
Carlos, 07/01/2002
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is the best little truck I have ever had, mine is a manual V6 so I love to smoke those sittle 4's and some of the other V6's.
Chevrolet S-10
Bill Worsley, 11/29/2002
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Vehicle engine occasionally "revs up" when trying to shift from low to drive. The dealer is aware of this problem and is working with me to correct it. It is aggravating. You expect a new vehicle to preform problem free.
GOOD BUT CRAMPED
orchunter, 01/12/2003
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
A good small truck,the 4x4 is a very nice option not to be without. This truck has always been up to any challange that I came up with!.
Not so bad
alfred, 02/19/2008
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Hello friends, I am the owner of a 2002 3 door 4 cyl s-10 with 85000 miles. I bought it new, downsizing from a 8cyl Silverado. This is not a powerful truck. it is meant for light use. It literally has trouble going uphill. I've had to replace the battery, radiator and the a/c died at 75k miles and I have not fix it yet. I think that I have gotten good service from it, I am happy with it so far. I am getting 20 mpg plus. Anyway, I recommend this truck if you are not pulling or loading it with heavy items. Good luck!
One good truck.....
Richard Slonaker, 11/19/2003
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Everything is perfect so far. Too much power for wet surfaces....tends to spin.
very satisfied
jbdb134, 11/21/2003
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The best little truck I've ever owned. No major problems. Wish it had more hp for a 4 cyl. Lots of fun to drive.
My Dragon
jonelliott0, 01/06/2004
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Runs great, 4.3 has great takeoff for a truck, no assembly problems other than 3rd door needed realigned. I've got the ZQ8 package without the extreme package. Truck looks badass, like it's crounching about to pounce.
Last GM for me
never_again, 10/12/2005
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've had this truck for a year, bought used from a dealer. It has had more repairs than my last 3 vehicles combined. They were also GM vehicles. The front shocks started leaking at 20,000 miles, the door switch for interior lights goes out of whack in cold temperatures so the lights won't turn off while driving. The emrgency break jammed because a connecting linkage under the dash fell apart. Both doors leak in the rain dripping water onto the door arm rests. The gas mileage is horendous for a 4 cylinder. The cruise control works when it feels like it. Oh, and if you park it on a hill with less than a quarter of a tank of gas-it won't start!
Sport Truck
Insidus, 02/17/2004
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Some simple modifications can make these a really great buy
2002 S-10 3dr ZR2
chazz0044, 02/29/2004
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great all-around truck! Best suspension pkg on compact truck market. Takes eveything that I give & asks for more. Great for beach fishing and ski trips plus occasional abuse. No minor mechanical issues. Nice inter. style & accessories.
Love this truck
miamiredhawk00, 06/05/2005
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My truck has the 4.3 V-6 and the ZQ-8 suspension package, without the ugly x- treme package. I love the look and performance of this truck, it's my weekend rig so it stays in excellent condition. If your looking for a truck that looks and drives like a performance car this is it. I don't know how much weight you could put in the bed, but I really only use it for my bicycles. I purchased used and the only problems I've had were the battery went bad at 30,000 and the 3rd door needed to be adjusted to open properly, it still squeaks a bit while driving but works fine.
S-10 SATISFIED
JAG7557, 04/11/2003
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
ALITTLE OVER PRICED FOR WHAT YOU GET.
Bigmillage
Jim O'Reilly, 04/17/2003
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck in 1999 with 207,200 miles on it. It's a 1994 with the 4.3 V-6 Highoutput, ZM6 off road suspension. which performs great!!!!! everything is ALL orginal nothing has even been touched. And as of right now i drive over 500 miles a week in it and she will get an amazing 24 mpg on the highway even with over 289,000 miles on it!!!!! People need to get their act together and get off the Rangers and other compact pickup's and come get a S- 10!
2002 Crew Cab
ziggypop, 03/07/2002
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My wife and I really enjoy this vehicle, it has come in handy on 2 or 3 occations when the local weather has been nasty. A fun vehicle to drive
30K and no problems at all
gjc866, 04/23/2003
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Got my blue S-10 extended cab in Feb 02 currently has 30k on the clock (April 03)The 2.2 4 cyl auto is a bit sluggish but more than adequate for light hauling or city driving. It's not a race vehicle by any strech, but it is solid, reliable, comfortable and nice looking and best of all. Not one single problem in 30,000 miles. The 2.2 liter 4 cyl is very reliable. Keep the oil changed and don't abuse - will easliy last 120K
Transmission dud
Buddha, 12/30/2023
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2002 S10 with 58000 miles for $10K. Within 5 months the transmission broke. Cost of replacement was $4500.
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S10
Randy Auvil, 01/22/2004
2002 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
We have gotten about 17.0 mpg in general driving and 22.0 on a trip. It appears to lack power on hills. My wife calls it a girls truck. It's her truck.