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Bought New in 1999
passedu, 01/17/2011
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3dr Extended Cab SB (5.3L 8cyl naturally aspired 4A)
28 of 28 people found this review helpful
I purchased this truck new in 1999, trading in a 1997 Monte Carlo. The truck has been reliable and comfortable for over 165,000 miles. Within the last month the gear selector and mileage indicator LED failed. Repair requires replacement of the entire gauge assembly. Early on I had to have the ABS manifold replaced, under warranty. Since then, starter at 158,000, drivers window electric motor at 156,000, and I had the front end rebuilt at 159,000. I replaced the orginal rear shocks within the last two weeks (Jan 11). There was no leakage, but rear end bouce was noticeable.
Great Truck
Eric, 10/26/2010
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD LB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
22 of 22 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck with 136,000 miles and now has 207,000. The motor and transmission has never given me a problem, lots of power and hasn't seemed to have lost any. Still doesn't use oil. The only problems (replaced both front brake lines, front right side spindle, both rear rotors, one of the passenger side manifold bolts broke and caused a small exhaust leak, and had rust fixed on rear lower drivers side quarter panel). This truck has been very reliable, I drive it all over the country and still driving it all over the country, the mileage doesn't worry me at all. 5.3 extended cab, z71. Fuel mileage is 17 on highway and 12 in cities.
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devin, 06/05/2010
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
16 of 16 people found this review helpful
Bought my truck in 2005 with 95k on the 4.8 v8. I now have 176k and still going strong at 19 mpg hwy. Ive done everything with this truck from drag racing and towing a 24 ft ski boat on the weekends to a 78 mile commute each day for work and countless frozen hunting trips up north. It's never let me down or stranded me. Love this rig!
Best Truck Ever
jlampin, 03/29/2007
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl naturally aspired 4A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I have owned many vehicles in my lifetime, but this Chevy Z71 takes the cake. Not only does it look great, but the 5.3L V-8 easily get 19mpg hwy and 15-16mpg city. Now that is with the bed filled with very heavy tools that I carry everywhere I go. Also, it rides and drives like a car, but acts like a very tough and dependable 4x4 truck. When I go offroad, it is unstoppable. It has a very rugged and strong motor and transmission. I love everything about this truck. I definitely recommend this truck to anybody!!
Chevy got mine right!
denny270, 08/21/2006
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Purchasing Sivlerado new was a very smart move for me. At the time I'm writing this I have 185,000 miles on the thing. I'm on my third set of rear break pads, I replaced the fronts at 173,000 miles. The only currrent issue is a very small amount of surface rust on the rocker panels (rust is expected in Michigan). I've got the 4.8 liter, it just keeps running and getting around 18MPG(average). I had to replace the drivers window motor at 39,000 miles, the instrument cluster and drive shaft replacement were both warrenty work.
155k and still going
Dand\D, 08/28/2008
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3dr Extended Cab 4WD LB (5.3L 8cyl naturally aspired 4A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Got this with 80k on it and its at 155k now. I can't find a car this comfortable. Love my captain's chair. 5.3 V8 is a great engine. I've had 2700lbs of cement bags in the back of this. I'm gonna cry when I trade her away. I figure I'm driving this for less than $2000 a year.
Best Ever
Chevrolet is Great, 05/02/2008
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Ever since I got this truck it has been put through the ringer and met or exceeded my expectations (mostly exceeded). I have taken this truck offroading, drove it on the highway and nomatter where it has been it has never let me down. Gets better fuel economy than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 6.0L with active fuel management. Has out ran people with bigger engines in races.
Best truck I've had so far
txlonghorn88, 12/30/2014
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I just recently bought a 99 ext cab 4.3l from my dad and I gotta say I thought when I first drove it this thing had a V8 in it. This V6 powered truck has great power very smooth ride and no issues so far. Nothing is lit up on the dash it has been very well taken care of the only thing I had to do since having it was a tune up and installed an aftermarket stereo which was super easy. I use it as a daily driver and mpg is excellent vs my 01 ram 5.2l I had before this. and even my 08 explorer 4.0 which does not get as good gas mileage as thie chevy does. I am very lucky to have one in such great shape the only thing I don't like is the 3 door concept which is not really an issue for me.
'99 Chevy
cb, 06/25/2007
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Only regular minor problems - replaced water pump, power steering pump, master cylinder, first brake job at 130,000 miles. Only negative was broke a small plastic piece in both power window drives (regular wear and tar) and the way they are built had to replace the entire motor which was costly.
99 silverado LS z71 330,000 miles and still strong
Will, 08/04/2015
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
11 of 15 people found this review helpful
Best truck I've ever owned original 5.3 v8 engine with 330,000 miles on it and still runs great still hauls and tows everything I put in bed or hook to hitch. Only design flaw is the common lifter tap and having to pull the heads to replace the lifters other tgen that I love this truck and I will rebuild it when time comes
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This thing has 95k on it?
Wingnutt, 03/19/2007
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have had my "new" truck for almost a month now, and can find very little to complain about. Seeing as how I'm a quality manager and my job it to pick nits, this says volumes about the vehicle. The 5.3 has great power for its size (but could use a tad more low end torque), espicially in a vehicle this heavy. The tranny does what it's supposed to do when it's supposed to, and the tow/haul mode makes life much easier on the transmission when hauling my boat. The gearing is right on for this application and provides good torque multiplication in the lower gears while maintaining a reasonable RPM for highway crusing.
GM Problem child
dave douglass, 04/12/2007
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD LB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Back to the dealership approx. 23 times for different repairs each time. Combined with other GM problem child in my driveway I decided to rid myself of this unreliable headache. From intermediate steering shafts to leaf springs, leaking output shaft seals, frame tears, leaking weatherstripping, engine knock, power window failures, u- joints, interior falling off etc. etc. this is a big reason that the imports consistently score higher when it comes to build quality and dependability. Chevy- if this is "our truck", we in big trouble!
Like a rock
biggame, 12/09/2008
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD LB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I pull heavy loads of carpet with this mule every week. Bought it with 45,000 now has 120,000 on it. Love the tow haul transmission mode. Got nearly 22 miles per gallon going to Detroit. Very happy with this truck. I've had them all. This is the best by far
Buy a Chevy
CHEVY MAN, 09/17/2007
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl naturally aspired 4A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
My Chevy Z71 has over 170,000 miles on it, and runs as strong as anything I've seen. I have the 5.3 Vortec v8, and this is such a strong and reliable motor. Not only does it have enough horses under the hood to pull my trailer and camper, but it gets the best gas mileage of any of the full- size trucks! The offroad capability is remarkable. I am an avid Offroader, and have Chevys, Dodges, and Toyotas, and Jeeps, and this Chevy is hands down, the best fullsize offroad vehicle around! Trust me, if you need a very tough, and reliable truck, buy a Chevy or GMC. They cannot be beat!
Don't buy first year
KRH, 05/02/2002
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I ordered this truck new and purchased it based on the new GM design however the build quality is poor and I have already replaced the transmission and ABS system, had brake problems part of my dash lights are out. The dealer service stunk where I purchased the truck. I service ever 3000 miles since this truck is driven all over the Southeast. Sent GM letter about problems never heard back from them.
Great truck
ckench, 03/26/2007
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought 3 years ago used with 40,000 miles on it. Drove it for almost 5 years and only cost me brakes and rotors until today. New electronic gear shift box, wheel bearings and front differential. Almost $2,000 and 2 years after the extended warranty expired. That's cheap considering I hauled an 8,000 pound camper through the mountains on a regular basis. Traded it for another Chevy but went up to a 2500 DH. Love those Silverados!
Tough, Dependable, Workhorse
bwat, 12/04/2007
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Purchased in 2005 with 90k, now over 130k. I have never had a problem beyond standard maintenance with it. Ride height and feel is just right, power is adequate, steering is a little sloppy, but it's a truck not a Porsche. I drive it daily and it sees use both as a driver and a workhorse for my construction business, I average about 15-17mpg loaded in mixed city/hwy conditions. It tows incredably well even with the 4.8L V8 and after being abused by me for two years is running better than when I purchased it.
Great Car, Disappointing Quality
David Cox, 10/12/2004
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3dr Extended Cab SB (5.3L 8cyl naturally aspired 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my first Chevrolet and first truck. The vehicle has been expensive and troublesome. I really like the car, but don't know that I'd buy another, at least not another Chevy.\ Door and seats have needed rebuilding, the brake control systems have required $1600 in repairs in the last 17 months, and the dealer has often needed multiple tries to fix things.
So much for big expectations
Mike, 04/12/2021
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl naturally aspired 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought a used 99 silverado 4wd with 80k original mile from a 90 year old man who only used this truck to pull his boat. I had always wanted a full size chevy truck to build up and i thought i knew what i was doing like with other vehicles ive had success with in doing so. I had plans for this truck! and was it ever a mistake. Not huge mistake but more like a $6000 learning curve. I bought the truck for blue book at the time for $8500. The old man wanted $10000. But he took $8500. From there i started buyn lots of stuff online from Summit, Jeggs, Amazon, Ebay, CL etc. Replacing old engine components like power steering pump, new pulleys and belt, higher amp alt, new water pump, interior upgrades like touch screen stereo, speakers and new dash board, new alarm system, new full exhaust system upgrade along with the headache of dealing with broken off exhaust manifold bolts, new shocks all the way around, serviced the entire truck with best quality fluids, new Rhino front bumper, new rims, k&n cold air intake, new plugs and wires, all new brakes, new head lights and bulbs, fog lights, and new tail lights and bulbs, new weather stripping, removed all molding and badges from the exterior of the body and replaced a bunch of little things as well. Along with cleaning up the entire under carriage, full chassis lube and sprayed it with weather guard. I was going all in you understand. I was planning on never selling this truck for the rest of my life. But things didnt work out like that! ...what i failed to realize was how crappy these trucks really were. Like these first generation 5.3 LM engines. These engines were junk. For example, these first gen motors had pistons that had too short of skirts on them so upon start up when its cold the truck would have a terrible piston slap sound. This was something that GM did acknowledge claiming it was not anything that would prevent these engines from seeing 300k miles or more but there was no fix for it. Every truck made from 2000 on GM installed better pistons fixing this problem. And the transmission didnt have over drive. When i took the truck for a test drive before i bought it i didnt take it on the freeway so i had no idea it had no overdrive. Huge mistake on my part. Even though the truck was really quick on side streets even as a 4wd truck, it was horrible on the freeway. Gas mileage was the worst. So when my wife and i had to move to another state i knew there was no way this truck was going to be coming with me because it had no overdrive and awful gas mileage. I wound up selling it for $8500 a little over a year from when i bought it eating the cost of ALL the parts i bought for it and labor and time i spent working on it as well. To be honest, i was happy to see it go not only because of the things i mentioned but, it just seemed like the more stuff i did and have done to it the more the truck didnt like it. Something different was always breaking or malfunctioning constantly. This truck was a total money pit. I wouldnt even consider buying another one of these early years of silverado again. No way ever!. These trucks were not like the square bodies with the 350's no. These trucks were JUNK and ACDelco?! ACDelco is nothing but chinese junk! so.. would i recommend this truck? Uh.. NO. NEVER. these old silverados may look good, but the realty is theyre garbage. i should have done my homework and bought with real quality in mind like with an old square body or a Tundra. Live and learn.
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Z71 rocks
cramer99, 03/31/2002
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl naturally aspired 4A)
3 of 7 people found this review helpful
I love the truck it make long drives short.
don t buy one
buc, 06/30/2002
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
since6000 miles theres been a clunking noise coming from the rear end. GM says its a design careristic (FLAW!!) Ive talk to a lot of other chev truck owners there having the same problums,I havent met one one person who is truly happy with there chev truck
locked in
apache, 01/15/2010
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl naturally aspired 4A)
5 of 14 people found this review helpful
With the doors locked and the windows up if you lose the battery contact on either side negative or positive you are locked in. If someone tries the door handle to free you it will not work. I was lucky the window down at the bank drive thru and had to use the key on the outside of the door to unlock. Something GM didn't tell the 99 silverado owners. Also, the stock battery bolts are to short for a good bite into the threads on the battery. I replaced both with longer thread bolts. A friend of mine put in a sliding rear window for a exit just in case. Checked with local dealer and of course the answer was "I ain't heard of that before".
Mom's tow rig
Steve Vaughan, 11/29/2002
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We have owned this truck 48 months with a few issues rattling doors, rough ride, ABS box $325.00 the sticking pedal was repaired under warrenty(3rd time). my wife tows a 3 horse trailer 6900 # net and she is pleased I added helper springs to keep the rear end from sagging during towing 2wd no Z71 pkg. would buy this truck again... I like the performance this thing hauls- ___!
Loved my truck
junkyardmama, 05/13/2005
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This was the first new vehicle I ever purchased. I loved it. Rides like a car. Haven't had too many problems with it. Front pinion seal on rearend was replaced at 20000 miles. I've gone through 2 sets of rear brake pads and still on the original front ones. Have 55,000 miles on it. ABS light is starting to come on. Worst thing is gas mileage. I only get 11 mpg city.
Mired in mediocrity
MVP019, 01/25/2004
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had this truck for 5 years on a lease that is about to expire, and I am glad I am getting rid of it, as I feel were I to keep it I would be on the verge of spending a LOT of money in service. Good looking vehicle but beauty is only skin deep in this case. As others have noted, the gas pedal sticks (repeated "fixes" have not fixed it), and the truck has had cooling system problems (water pump replaced at 50,000 mi.) OE tires were nearly bald after 28,000, and the power window motors both had to be replaced. In short, it's a typical American car - shot at about 75,000 miles. I am going back into Japanese models.
Good
DB, 04/02/2002
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3dr Extended Cab SB (5.3L 8cyl naturally aspired 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My new Chevrolet 3rd Door LT 1500 is a great truck. I love everything about it
To 100k and beyond!
bill j, 01/02/2006
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought this truck used in the last year. Never owned a Chevy before, but used them at work. I used this truck for work and play and it is equally suited for both from hauling concrete to the daily drive to the office. It handles and drives well. Tow/Haul is great and I can't wait to pull my boat with it next summer. No problems with rattles, clunks or vibrations that others have mentioned. Throttle does stick when cold, but this has been a pretty standard nuicence on other GM products I've been familar with. Transmission has rough shift on easy accel. no problems on heavy accel or tow/haul. 4WD has been good in snow/ice. Overall a very good, reliable truck.
1999 Silverado Ls 5.3 4WD
Josh, 03/03/2017
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought the truck with 130,000 miles and she's 18 years old. Starts up everyday and runs perfectly. Love the power of the 5.3. Interior is excellent with power seats CD player cloth seats and a huge storage in the center council. Only complaint about the truck is the rusty rocker panels, but that's to be expected with older vehicles. Overall great truck and definetly deserved the motor trend truck of the year award it won!
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Bought used
Allen Gordon, 12/25/2016
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Drives great 4 wheel drive goes anywhere I live in north east Pa..Hills everywhere and I have never been stuck once in the snow or mud and I was just rear ended by a lady on her phone doing 55-60 I need a new bumper and some other minor work, her car is totaled
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Don't get the 99
Dan1, 01/27/2004
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Many problems, get the 2000 I hear they worked out a lot of problems.
Outstanding rating \
paul bellitto, 06/05/2008
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD LB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I am very pleased with the performace, reliabilty, appearence. I have now 98000 miles and the gas mileage is great, and I repair most on the every day matainence such as brakes, oil change etc. I expect to get long many years from my truck in these trying years with the gas prices.
Headache after Headache
Rick, 09/16/2007
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
Liked the truck initially, but problems plagued me all the time. The power window switch went bad, so they had to replace the entire "modularized" motor and all ($150). Then the 2WD HI/LOW/4WD "modularized" button panel on the dash went out ($200). Then the anti-lock brake actuator/controller (another $1200). Seven separate times now the drive shaft splines have had to be deburred, and the rear seals of the transfer case have had to be replaced. Took it in for tune-up last week to find out that the fuel pump is leaking fuel back into the pump (hard starting)--module needs to be replaced ($400). Also the gear shift lever is really loose--that "module" also needs replacing ($700).
Great Truck
seanboy40, 01/22/2010
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck new. Almost 11 years later still in great shape, rear end shuttered while hauling a load at first, it was just an adjustment with the back axle, covered under warranty. Great reliable truck runs good starts good plenty of power with the v8, great gas mileage for a full size truck, stylish, comfortable seats, only continuous problems are the dash rattles a little bit in the cold weather and the drivers side daytime running light keeps burning out, no big deal though its not illegal or anything its a typical Chevy thing other than that its all around the best truck
My Steel Horse
cowboy22, 11/03/2005
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl naturally aspired 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This truck has been great, and it runs as strong as they day it was taken off the lot. I will never change my view of Chevy, LIKE A ROCK!!!
beware of brakes
Fast Eddie, 05/08/2002
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Within a 1 month time span and with less than 1000 miles left on the warranty, brake problems started to happen. First, the abs would kick in when pulling into a parking spot at 5 mph. After taking it to the dealer to have this adjusted (and to have the clunking slip yoke replaced), the next day the front passenger side brake hose blew. 1 week after this was replaced, the abs module went. Luckily, it was under warranty since the dealer quoted me $1200 for a new one.
Like a Rock
MPD, 11/26/2005
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my truck with 66000 on it and put over 30000 on it in the first 14 months. I have backed off a little since then, but still average a good 20-25000 a year-14 months. As to be expected with the age and mileage of the truck, I do seem to break parts some times (mostly plastic crap used in the engine bay to connect hoses). I do a lot of off roading with it also and it holds up realy well. Does a great job towing. The only major replacement I had to do was the AC. That was almost a grand with a new compressor. Oh well, in the south you use AC pretty much year round to combat the high humidity. Only 7 more payments to go and it will be all mine! :-)
Awesome Truck
Jonwiggle, 09/29/2003
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This truck is amazing. I bought it used and i absolutly love it. I do a little off road and it is fun. This truck has absolutly nothing wrong with it. I own a 1999 with 26000 miles. It is the bets truck anyone can own. I recommend it to anyone looking for a pickup to haul and tow some light stuff while having fun off roading on the weekend.
Silverado: Power, Reliability & Styling
Bmreid, 03/27/2005
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl naturally aspired 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've owned 2 Ford's and now a Chevy. The Silverado exceeded my expectations and forced me to fall in love with the brand. Boat load of power, great exhaust sound (duals), and nice styling. No problems except a bad radiator seal at 50,000 mi but warrantied. No recalls either, unlike the typical Ford 3-4 serious defects per model.
So far...So good!
bgfromga, 04/19/2005
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased this truck approximately 2 years ago with only 28,000 miles on it. So far, I have not had any major problems except driver's window motor assembly had to be replaced due to faulty cables. I prevented the passengers from doing the same by removing the door panel and tightening the support bolts. As far as the gas pedal sticking, it is a simple fix by removing the breather tube and cleaning the TB flapper with throttle bottle cleaner...works fine for about 6 to 8 months. The driver seat does make a crunching sound when I turn a curve and lean but found that if you adjust the lower leg lumbar it will quit for some time as well.Gas mileage is good for small V-8 at 20 mpg.
Love my truck
Randi, 04/11/2007
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3dr Extended Cab SB (5.3L 8cyl naturally aspired 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This 7 year old truck has electrical problems in dash. Unable to view gear shifter, odometer, already replaced once. Also, gas guage went belly up at 6 years. Still love the truck. Good ride, good mileage, good towing, never broke down, good looking. Light in the backend, have to use sandbags.
'99 Silverado LS
Bsgala, 11/30/2003
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Since purchasing this truck it has been a great help for my family and I. However, it would be very nice if GM could figure out how to stop the fuel pressure regulators from going bad all of the time. I've had two replaced under warranty and need to replace it for the second time since the warranty has expired.
beware of brakes
fast eddie, 05/08/2002
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Within a 1 month time span and with less than 1000 miles left on the warranty, brake problems started to happen. First, the abs would kick in when pulling into a parking spot at 5 mph. After taking it to the dealer to have this adjusted (and to have the clunking slip yoke replaced), the next day the front passenger side brake hose blew. 1 week after this was replaced, the abs module went. Luckily, it was under warranty since the dealer quoted me $1200 for a new one.
Excellent Truck!
Timmy C, 11/20/2003
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle used (2yrs old) and it has been an excellent truck in nearly every way. What impressed me the most was the overall ride and cabin comfort. The ride is much smoother than others I have driven. I still enjoy walking out to my truck because it is sharp! I would highly recommend this as a part-time or full-time use vehicle. When purchased, the battery and alternator had to be replaced (by the dealership), the AC compressor clutch needed replacing, and I have replaced the brakes and the rear rotors. Other than that, no mechanical issues.
So far, well, pretty good
Logan, 03/17/2002
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab SB (4.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have a 1999 1500 LS with auto trans., 4.8 L, 2WD Xcab with 47000 miles on it now. I don't have any major complaints, however, I have recently had to replace the rear brake rotors and pads, the front brakes look OK. Four minor recalls for brake lines, seat belts and a sticking gas pedal, but this is the first year for the new model. I haul firewood and pull a bass boat ~30x/year and the truck handles it well. Gas mileage on the highway is ~20.5 miles/gallon (without a load), not bad for a V8.
GREAT ALL AROUND TRUCK
rer, 07/10/2002
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have 70k miles on it and no problems yet but the recalls. sticking gas pedal. overall good gas mileage. My wife loved it so much she drives it now.
99 Silverado LT 4X4
Happy Chevy Owner, 06/05/2002
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl naturally aspired 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The truck has been great. I am to almost 90K almost trouble free miles. The truck can tow anything from boats to trailers. It can also haul anything, loads of dirt, rock etc with ease. The tow/ haul function is great. Mileage is superb for a full size truck. I have the 5.3L and get 17/18 in town 19/20 hwy when not towing. It leaves my friends with Fords and Dodges gasping with astonishment! The leather seats in this truck are also MUCH more comfortable than the other two manufacturers mentioned above.
Impressed w/First year model!
Deepdiver, 02/01/2004
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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Great drivability and ride. Have Z71 package and my truck handles and rides better than sister's 2001 2WD. Impressive pwr and fuel economy (5.3L), have over-size mud tires and full guards and Tri-glass shell. Pulls my heavy boat and other trailers with ease! Love the auto-4WD.The only problem I have is that the throttle cable sticks on cold starts, have to tap the gas peddle to get past the sticking, once driving,no sticking. That and 3 factory recalls and 80000 miles on this truck is quite impressive to me. Haven't had the difficulties that I read on some of the other reviews, like noisy rear-end clunk, etc.
first year models are a roll of the dice
unhappychevyowner, 08/16/2002
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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With 30k miles, its been in for repairs 15 times! Both elec windows broke,wheather stripping fell off,both ext mirrors broke,a/c pump clutch broke,paint wore off in less then 3k miles,horrible clunk in rear end, 3 factoy recalls.All 4 rotors fell apart/replaced at 20K miles. serv eng soon light on 3 times! When its not falling apart , it's a ball to drive. Its comfortable and gets good gas milage.
Drives Like New
Anthony, 08/05/2006
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl naturally aspired 4A)
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Bought new. Drives great and is very comfortable. Strong engine and with hard tonneau routinely get 20 mpg on 4wd 5.3l V8. Occasionaly use to tow 23 ft Glastron boat with 14 mpg under tow conditions. Totally pleased and will only trade up for diesel pickup with higher towing capability if I purchase a very large 5th wheel camping trailer. Extended cab has very roomy bench seating for 3 passengers. I've carried 3 adults in back seat and all were impressed with comfort in an extended cab truck. My kids routinely ride in extended cab bench seat area with total confort even when traveling 6-8 hrs. The only disadvantage I say this truck has is not having the 4th door to easily access behind driver.
Like A Rock
EMRDUX, 04/26/2002
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl naturally aspired 4A)
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This is my 5th Chevy truck and my favorite so far. I haven't had any problems and when towing boats or campers you forget they're back there. I haven't towed anything yet that required the OD to be disengaged. Shifting is smooth and transparent.