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Best First Car
theacemax97, 05/07/2015
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LT 2WD SB w/out OnStar (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
Back in October 2001, my dad bought a Olympic White Extended Cab 5.3 LS 2001 Silverado and we have had it ever since. I received this car as my first car in the Summer of 2013 (I got it when I was 16, now I am 18) and it has been since the day it came off the lot. Overall, it has been very reliable, it has had a transmission replaced under warranty, around 115k mi, the oil pan began to leak and the water pump was replaced, 140k mi the fuel pump was replaced and thats really all that has been major with it. Just basic oil changes every 5-7.5k miles and fluid changes and it is still running like a charm. Its fast, comfortable, easy to maneuver and it still looks good 14 years later!
The honest man's truck
wbrem588, 12/25/2017
updated 01/04/2021
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 2WD LB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
14 of 16 people found this review helpful
Reviewing on behalf of my father. Dad picked up his 2001 Silverado 9 years ago in August. It has the 4.8, the LS trim level, and is 2WD with a short bed. It has been nothing short of reliable since day one. He bought it with 70K, and it now has over 218K. Despite the dreaded piston slap when warming it up on cold mornings, the engine runs flawlessly and like it has 18,000 miles, not 218,000. Other than synthetic oil changes every 5,000 miles, the only under-hood maintenance has been a new battery, washer fluid container, belts & hoses, idler pully, and a tune-up over 100,000 miles ago. That's it. It will need a new water pump soon, but that's a cheap and easy fix. The 4L60-E transmissions aren't known to last forever, but, knock on wood, the one in ours is still running right along. This truck's biggest achilles heal has been the brake lines. These early GMT-800 trucks are notorious for the brake lines rusting out due to bad/cheap undercoating from GM. We ordered new stainless steel lines and installed them ourselves. No problems since. We just finally revamped the suspension around 215K with new shocks, ball joints, and tie rods. It now handles the bumps in the roads much better. Besides normal wear and tear, the interior has held up pretty good. Build quality isn't the best, there are plenty of shakes and rattles in the cabin, but I think it's functional and laid out nicely. All in all, this truck has served us well. It's no powerhouse, it doesn't have any fancy options, but it has been reliable as dirt. And there's nothing like a good old fashioned pushrod V8 under the hood.
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One of the best trucks out there
jadrew13, 01/22/2013
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
My family has been driving it for the past year, and let me tell you, this truck could last forever. It currently has 278k miles on it with the original engine and transmission and still rides great!
Z71 Silverado 2001
whofan, 09/11/2005
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
This is an almost perfect truck. Comfort, handsome design, and a combined mileage 17.5 MPG. Powerful precise steering, automatic transfer case. Almost perfect. The bad, cold start knock (annoying). Weak intermedate steering shaft (replaced). Known for bad fuel guage sending units (hasn`t happened yet). Nothing's perfect and the good more than offsets the bad. Best truck I ever drove. What`s bad, the bad is silly stuff GM should have got right in the first place.
2001 4.8 LS regular Cab short bed 2WD
sliqnaugahyde, 02/06/2013
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 2WD LB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2001 Pewter LS Silverado new and have 97,000 original miles on it. It has never been garage kept. I live in NJ and there is not a spot of rust on the truck and the paint still shines. I run it through the car wash 1 to 2 times a month and get the wax treatment that is included. I have only replaced the fuel pump and recently the thermostat besides the norm. I continually get offers for the truck and complements from other pickup owners. The truck has no rattles and runs great. the door speakers have just started buzzing, but I'm sure it's because of age and banging of the doors for 13 years. My only complaint has been tires. I'm on my 3rd set of Bridgestones that are 16/60/ 275's
21 years later still a great truck
JohnO, 02/23/2022
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD LB w/out OnStar (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck in 2018 from second owner with only 145k on it (2022 only has 167K). It still had original plugs, wires, and shocks which I replaced. It still ran and looked perfect even with the old parts. Anyone knowledgeable about 4x4 Chevy's knows 5100 model Bilstein shocks are the way to go on Chevy's. Whether empty on highway, or driving offroad, this thing rides and handles great with a minor shock upgrade (about $80 each). The only issues I had with this truck were the parking brake fell apart at 155k, which was not an expensive fix (they are inside the rear brake rotors). As with most the early 5.3, 4.3, and 4.8's it has a little bit of a cold start knock or piston slap. The newer 2008 1500 5.3 I had at work was the same but neither were bad or a concern. These 1st gen 5.3's were originally 295 HP I believe, a bit less than the modern 5.3's. The fact that in 2022 Chevy still makes a 5.3L (it has 50+ more HP) says something about the bullet proof small block Chevy motor. For my 2001, I added a 3-inch Cat back Magnaflow exhaust with a dry K&N air filter when I bought it to boast the power a bit. Today, (Feb 2022) this is still a solid running truck, on or offroad, towing or empty. The larger exhaust and K&N helped it breathe better so it has plenty of power for this era of 5.3L. It still has the original 4L60-E 4-speed automatic. These are bulletproof transmissions IF YOU MAINTAIN THEM. As long as you keep clean coolant in the radiator (also cools tranny fluid), and drop the tranny pan every 40k or so to drain the fluid and clean the screen, these are 200 to 300k trannies. Overall, I have always been a Chevy guy and this truck has been great. It rides smoother than the competitors, no rattles or leaks even after 21 years, it still does not require adding oil between changes. I am reluctantly looking at getting a 2010 - 2016 3/4-ton model, but I am having a hard time parting with this old 2001 1500 4x4.
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Daily Driver
OHChevy, 03/05/2010
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LT 2WD SB w/out OnStar (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Purchased new and still own. I LOVE this truck, best ever! I dont plan on getting another GM product till they change to another body style that i like.
not bad over all
Johnny, 09/10/2009
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab LS 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought used with 29,000 miles on it and it now has 53,000. During that time I have had to replace the fuel pump and a rear brake caliper. The v6 has been reliable and has decent power for everyday driving, but the fuel mileage is no better than the v8. 4x4 system works fine and has done well in mud and snow. Tire wear, steering, and ride comfort have all been very good. I am satisfied for the most part but if I were going to buy again I would get the v8. I got the v6 because it had a cheaper sticker price, but I'm not saving anything on gas. It uses just as much as v-8 chevy's that I had previously.
Great Truck, but
Doculator, 04/13/2008
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab LS 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is a great truck. Very high build quality and still drives like a new truck. Usual problem with the parking brake dying early and at about 70000 miles echoes of the 'piston slap' problem. New brakes cost $1300 at 120000 miles partially due to problems complicated by the parking brake issue. At 125000 I've got a minor but annoying rear main seal leak.
2003 Chevy Silverado Timebomb
Former Chevyman, 09/28/2010
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
Camshaft and lifter failure at 71K! Pitted cam lobe evident once exposed along with a worn valve lifter. Was diligently maintained including oil changes, routine servicing, etc. Independent repair shop says defective parts were installed at manufacture. Took 70K miles to manifest itself hence the time bomb. GM says off warranty so no help or assistance possible with $4500 repair costs. Also a front shimmy since it was new has been troublesome and apparently is not fixable per Chevy, Les Schwab Tires, and independent repair shop. CD player failed at 45K miles, never bothered to repair. Third new Chevy truck I have owned and it's definitely the last.
Best Truck ever
jjc839, 01/16/2012
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab LS 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Owned since new, has 175,000km. Not a single problem ever, only money spent has been on regular maintenance. Has the 4.8 V8 which as a ton of power for this small truck and gets about 12l/100km.
Chevy Trucks: "Built to Fall Apart"
Never another Chevy, 08/19/2022
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My local car shop is fair and honest. They do good work and do not over charge. Here's the repair story of my Chevy pickup with my mechanic's words about each repair. Gas gauge and warning lights stopped working 90k miles, $400, "typical of these trucks." All 4 upper wheel-wells have rusted through, 95k miles, $4,000 estimate, "even if we grind down to bare metal, it probably won't stop the rust." Automatic transmission, full rebuild, 95k miles, $2,600, "that's not uncommon." Rear brakes (rotors, etc.), 100k miles, $800, "average for these." Rack & pinion steering repair, 140k miles, $370, "unusual, but not unheard of." Brake lines (all), 160k miles, $1,300 mostly labor (have to remove box etc.), "we do a lot of these at that mileage." I have owned 10 vehicles in my 40 years of driving, Hondas and Toyotas mostly, this pickup has been by far the most unreliable vehicle I've ever owned.
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Piece of Junk
jmyer, 01/24/2003
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Absolute lemon. Trying to sell it!
01 LT City Truck
Scott, 01/07/2005
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LT 2WD SB w/out OnStar (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great Truck. I drive a good number of miles a year and I’m very pleased with this truck. I believe that the 2WD has a much smoother ride that the Z71 (4WD), and since I have little use of the 4WD, that was an easy choice. The 5.3 L V8 has more than enough power to jump up and pass a truck on a two lane road. The heated, leather, power everything seats also are nice. I put a K&N air filter in it the first week I bought it and run Castrol Syntec 20W-50 year round. I have had no problems.
DISAPOINTED
bill archer, 02/11/2004
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
DRIVE TRAIN, NOICE AND TRANSMISSION UNSATISFACTORY, DEALER AND FACTORY UNABLE TO FIX, MADE EXUSES THAT THE BANGING AND METALLIC NOISES ARE NORMAL. FUNNY, FORD HAS A TIGHT TRANNY AND 4X4 LINKUP.
Disapointment
billyuma, 08/30/2002
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The transmission, with "Tow Haul" failed at 18000 miles and had to be replaced with a new one. Motor oil consumption was high due to a defective PCV valve.
Issues with the 2001 Ive had
Chevy driver, 12/26/2009
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab LS 4WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Ive always driven chevy trucks, they always been tanks< I make work and play hard. The 2001 has given me more issues than older models. The first was the fuel pump in the tank, very expensive to fix thru the dealer, 2nd bad knock on cold start up,Power window motor,replaced whole brake system(hard time finding the correct fuel line,didn't match dealer PN,fuel injectors,front end work and just put in a new transmission, I've had a bad vibration which thru process of elimination I think is the driveshaft, by the time Im done I will have a new truck,but I work it hard but not trashing it, for what they cost I expect it to do the work like the older models,I am disappointed in chevy
I really wanted a Toyota
MR.BILL, 10/29/2003
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Numerous difficulties; right quadrant of taillights has short that has them turn on and off intermitently, Spare tire release under the bed was broken from the manufacturer. I learned this from the tire store. His remark was "none of them work, I do not think yours will either" he was right! Battery terminal was broken on this brand new truck. Right side window does not work at all. Frozen in the up position. Lights on dash come on at strange times. Leak in cab on drivers door in the middle, this a chevy standard feature.
American Quality
er54, 12/13/2003
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LT 2WD SB w/out OnStar (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Im embarrassed that this is what Americans are producing. About every 1.5 months that I take it in for something broken. Here is the list of problems: rear leaf spring pads, squeak under accel, leaking front diff housing, selective operation of heated seats, lumbar support moves w/ door open& engine running(honest), service 4wd light, engine missfire(bad fuel injectors & press.reg.). What bothers me is most of these problems the service writers say "oh that's common, we have a fix for that." Thanks for working to improve your product GM. The engine still shudders/clunks @ idle & uses oil.
If Agood truck gets 300k , how about 407k
Fastlane85395, 01/12/2022
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 2WD LB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I don't have a single complaint about my 01 Silverado Ext. Cab 1500 2wd 4.8L . Bought used from Budget car sales in 01 with 16k miles have had no major repairs other than water pump, radiator , and steering rack . It has been a faithful work truck for 20+ years it now has 407k miles . I live in Arizona and the heat takes a toll on vehicles here. The plastic dash and many other plastics on interior have crack and deteriorated from heat . I have changed the spark plugs 3 times never once changed transmission fluid or fluid in rear differential . The 283 motor is probably one of chevy's finest v8 motors ever. Just for the heck of it I posted it on offer up for $2000 and had people tripping over each other to buy it . I would honestly go out get in my truck right now and drive it anywhere without worry . Best truck ever . Definitely got my money's worth and then some!
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Miss the old '89.
larry j, 03/31/2007
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
We owned an 89 Chevy pickup and loved it, even at 110k miles, it still ran great. A very tight machine. We made the mistake in assuming Chevy would continue the tradition when we bought the '01. Engine makes a knocking sound from day one that the dealership mechanic "couldn't hear". Makes the sound to this day. Performance is sluggish and you'd figure if you have slow performance, at least the gas mileage would be good. Wrong. 12- 15mpg. I guess we got spoiled with the '89 p/u truck; wish we still had it.
Bought a 2001 in 2013
sstevek, 03/16/2014
updated 03/27/2023
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
Bought the truck as-is, needed a few minor repairs that I did myself. Replaced the radiator, ignition cylinder and heater blower motor resistor circuit. All were not very difficult, I'm not a mechanic. I'm very impressed with the way it rides. The 4.8 V8 engine seems great, smooth, quiet and plenty of power. I like the truck doesn't seem as high as Dodge Ram of the same year, makes for easier loading. It sure doesn't feel like it has 177k miles on it. It's for occasional use, based on other reports I've seen the high mileage shouldn't be a concern. I like that the truck is not over-designed, I prefer the styling of this generation over anything else. Was asked to update the review. Don't drive the truck much, 3 years since I bought it in 9/2013 and doesn't quite have 180k miles. Once when my son borrowed it and was idling waiting in line it stalled, started back up fine. That and the emergency brake light sometimes doesn't work are the only troubles I can think of. I changed the oil/filter. Easy to do once you get under, I had to remove the driver's side running (tube?.. round not flat) to do so. Engine still runs like new. Asked again to update the review. Unfortunately due to a job change I traded it in along with my SUV for a large SUV. The silver lining is my son bought it from the dealership as-is. Since he's had it he's fixed several minor things I didn't bother with. He loves the truck, I'd guess now around 188k miles. The only somewhat major but inexpensive repair was the plastic coupler that goes over the heater core valves in the firewall broke with some of it inside the hose. Fortunately he was close to home and didn't lose much antifreeze. He fixed that himself, once again YouTube was a great resource. He used to have a Dodge Ram with the 5.9 V8, the Silverado gets much better fuel economy. I now have a Honda Pilot, the fuel economy is hardly better than the Silverado. I'm planning to go back - may trade in the Honda for an older small car and full size Chevy or GMC pickup truck. Update - my son had this truck for over 210k miles. Rust of course, unfortunately caused one of the shocks to break loose. He was still driving it, has another truck now. Sold this Silverado to someone local. I've seen it at least once. I ended up trading in my Honda Pilot for a 2002 Silverado in 2019.
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GREAT TRUCK!
BLACKDOG, 02/24/2003
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I BOUGHT USED WITH 15K ON THE CLOCK. NO PROBLEMS EXCEPT FOR A TICKING NOISE ON ACCELERATION, NOT COLD START KNOCK SOME TALK ABOUT. THE DEALER TRIED TO FIX THE NOISE BY REPLACING SENSORS BUT NO LUCK. GM TOLD ME IT IS A NORMAL NOISE DUE TO THE DESIGN OF THE PISTONS WHICH HAVE A SHORT SKIRT TO HAVE LESS MASS THEREFORE BETTER GAS MILEAGE. THEY TOLD MR TO PUT MY MIND AT EASE, THEY WOULD GIVE ME AN EXTENDED 6 YR/100K WARRANTY ON THE ENTIRE ENGINE. I HAVE THIS IN WRITING PLUS IT IS TRANSFERRABLE. I MUST SAY THE TICK NOISE DOES NOT AFFECT ANYTHING, AT LEAST NOW. i HAVE 27K ON IT NOW.
Bad truck, junk at best, lemon
HerbINMN, 07/11/2008
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 8 people found this review helpful
We sold our 2001 Z71 after just 8000 miles. After having it in the shop every two weeks for 8 months, we decided to unload it. We took a $10,000 loss on it, but the F150 we then reluctantly bought turned out to be our best vehicle ever. Gas mileage was also poor at 12/14 and it didn't have much power for a V8.
Awesome truck!
2001ChevyZ71, 07/31/2010
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LT 2WD SB w/OnStar (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
First off, it is a 2001 silverado 1500 LT extended cab 4 door Z71 with Onstar.We bought this truck used at 176K miles and have since put it 10,000 miles on it. It is real comfortable and fun to drive and it has plenty of power. I put some 33 inch maxxis bigohrn tires on it and it went to 10-12 mpg which really sucks down the gas. However, the 4wd system is great for offroading. Only had some minor stuff to replace like the universal and the brakes. The truck can be easily modded to make it look and perform better, which is a plus. I plan on keeping this truck for as long as possible, and i am confident that it will keep performing
Pleasure to Drive
Augeor, 02/11/2019
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB w/out OnStar (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I know 2019s are out and I've just purchased a 2001 Z71 LS 1500 extended cab. No, this18 year-old truck is not anywhere close to new but this is very solid and smooth compared with my 1997 2WD Silverado. It fits like a glove since its controls are a near photocopy of the 1997. The 5.3L has good power though i won't claim it's impressive. The truck shifts nicely and the underbody is aging well. I'm hoping to keep this on the road for 10+ more years and I think it can make it.
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beaner, 10/09/2003
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
. started to experience a knock in the motor. REMEMBER this truck is still under the 3yr-36,000. mile warranty! called GMC, they said take it to another dealer, they said i had a problem and replaced the lifters. truck was did not make a sound for 2-3 weeks. took it back NOW IT IS A COLD ENGINE KNOCK. and that that is normal. then GMC sends me a 100,000. mile warranty that i didn't except. NOW THEY WON"T FIX THE PROBLEM AND THERE DEALER SAYS " THEY WILL FIX IT WHEN IT BLOWS UP" ALL THEY SAY IS IT IS NORMAL TO MAKE THIS NOISE. I WILL NEVER BUY A GM PRODUCT AGAIN AND I WILL HOPEFULLY STOP SOMEONE FROM MAKING THE SAME MISTAKE AS ME" BUYING A GM PRODUCT"
It Isn't good....
5002, 09/17/2002
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD LB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
Since 4 months after I bought it, it has been nothing but trouble. It has had 2 sencurs replaced, the power seat replaced, and it hasetates and they can't fix it
2001 chevy silverado 4x4 z71
mattbynum317, 06/24/2013
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LT 2WD SB w/out OnStar (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 10 people found this review helpful
I love my '01 chevy silverado 1500, its getting up there in miles has 233950 still runs better than any ford i have owned. only problem is that the oil pan and rear main seal leak i dont have extra money to fix but we havent had any major problems. we replaced the starter wen out once at 205xxx miles but that wasnt a big deal. no tranny problems what so ever. it is a tough truck pretty comfortable. back seat is cramped, other than that its a good truck. the bed is a good size and doesnt fall apart like a ford would. i trust this truck and would drive it across the country without a worry in my mind. very relaible pretty powerfull. 4x4 works better than any ford 4x4 i have drivven.
Chevy Silverado
AK#18, 04/06/2003
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LT 2WD LB w/out OnStar (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The vehicle has stranded me three times in less than two years and was about to fail another time. It has been the same problem with the distributer rotor getting corroded each time. The first time it failed, the GM repair shop burned out the starter motor thinking that it was just low on gas. Then they claimed that I had been driving through deep water. At another GM repair shop, the next two times it was blaimed on the AC dripping on the distributor rotor and the final time was due to it being somewhat rainy. So apparently the Silverado is like a rock as long as it is not too warm or rainy.
POPS TRUCK
Randall, 07/11/2022
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 2WD LB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have a 4.8 Vortec in my 01 Silverado 280000 MI been and family for 22 years and still going strong drive to Pensacola back and forth three and a half hour drive with no problem at all
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Poor Waranty Work
AL B, 12/27/2002
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Replaced input steering shaft twice. Having problems again with only 7500 miles. Loud wind noise from rear of cab, in back of both doors. Had to replace rack and pinion steering. Transmission and altanater both have louder than nomal high pitched wine.
Good Truck
Texas Rob, 11/14/2005
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I just traded mine off after 180k. The only repair I made during the four years was a front spindle. Other than that the truck performed well.
So so
the_grizz53, 08/06/2005
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love the truck, but there are lots of drivetrain problems. Three recalls ,sqealing parking brake is the worst, two rear differentials, and three comeplete clutches, all in the first four months. Still a good truck all in all.
I would buy again.
william, 08/21/2007
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The truck has been very good. I only have replaced the battery and rear brakes. So far the motor 5.3 has plenty of power. I have added a cold air box, mass air flow sensor and a cat back exhaust. This has given it and me a real kick. Towing is of little effort. But I too have been getting those cold start knocks (lifters).the only real complaint is the brakes. Plain and simple, they stink. Please go back to rear drums. The Firestone tires were horrible. Very poor in wet conditions.
Good Truck
batman563031, 04/15/2006
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is the most powerful truck I've ever owned! Chassis is also the stiffest as well. Much better than my '03 F150 which I got rid of after 7 months for the '01 Chev. I've had problems with the A/C, got those fixed, also the annoying cold start knock, quiets down after warming up (recommend full-synthetic oil to quiet down). Tie rods and steering system needed fixing at 70,000 miles (very expensive without warranty).
Good Truck
Morioka, Japan, 08/30/2004
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Good Truck. Solid. Minor problem witha side mirror.
Listen to engine
PSM450, 09/08/2002
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Hey it's a nice truck but the engine develped a knocking noise that the dealer says is normal. They won't fix it..
2001 LS 4.8 V8 SB
sandj4jc, 03/12/2002
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab LS 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Pros: Nice paint (I love the Metallic Blue), Engine!! (4.8L has the power)...I'm sure 5.?L would burn up tires. Decently designed interior. Stereo is adequate. Cons: Poor build quality with noises in dash and electrical problem right off of the lot! Reliability ratings are poor at best from my readings but my experience has been okay so far. I would recommend the truck for the love of driving a powerful Chevy truck that looks nice...don't buy it for a long-term owner... SF
52k silverado
peteparts, 06/03/2004
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
leather interior has the worst seats in the world, most uncomfortable to sit in. The rest of the truck is great. Not impressed with onstar and let it go. Fades in and out of service.
1st To 2nd Gear BUcking Transmission
Florida Nick Nack, 03/29/2002
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD LB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This truck would shift with a series of distinct bumps, as many as three, on the automatic shift from 1st to 2nd gear. The dealer could not fix the problem so I went through the Florida Lemon Law process. The final arbitration decision was that the shifting problem had no "significant safety of monetary impact on the vehicle" therefore my request for replacement was "DENIED". Chevy, with the Arbitrators concurance, said that the bumping shift was a normal feature for this vehicle. BUYER BEWARE!
Transmission problem and now alarm system
David Horack, 12/18/2019
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD LB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Transmission problem and now truck alarm problem as it goes on and off by itself.
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Ho-Hum
Murph, 03/26/2002
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB w/out OnStar (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had my 2001 for about 1.5 years. The looks of the truck are great but it could use refinement in the interior (a lot of cheap plastic next to the leather). I've had it serviced twice for drivetrain noise during start and stops. They ended up replacing the rear leaf springs and the yoke on the rear-end. It is better but I think the problem is coming back. There are also a lot of little annoying noises and squeeks in the interior, especially when it gets cold. The 5.3L is great but it lacks the git up that I would expect from this engine. Perhaps its the 3.73 gear. I would expect that for the price of the truck that Chevy would take care of the little annoyances.
So Far So Good
WillH, 05/01/2002
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 2WD SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
With almost a year passed the chevy has not had one single problem. Reading some of the other reviews I'm either lucky or they were unlucky. The only problem is that the sheet metal seems very thin, i've gotten lots of dents from things that should not have left a mark.
Good, not Great
racermd, 02/26/2002
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB w/out OnStar (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My 9 mo. old '01 LT has a few issues I'd like to address. 1) Fix the ABS. It kicks in too early and too often. 2) The lower-lubar area on the leather buckets needs better long term comfort (4+ hours). 3) Some fit-and-finish details. Too many small rattles. 4) The 5.3L is powerful, but seems lacking in the low-end with the 3.73 ratio. If you're buying a truck to haul, tow, or go off-road with, pick the 4.10. You'll thank me later. Otherwise a solid, capable truck. Yes, I'd buy another one.
Favorite truck
Todd Lynch, 10/05/2002
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB w/out OnStar (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased an '01 LT Ext. Cab SB Z71 new in May of '01, just prior to the intro of OnStar as std. on the LT trim. It's style, size, and feel are "just right" to me when compared to the '01 Ram and '01 Ford. There are a few squeaks over bumps when it's cold (50F or below), but nothing out of the ordinary. Plenty of power from the 5.3L, but you need to bury your foot to find it. Blame the over- conservative tranny programming GM provides and get something like the Hypertech PowerProgrammer to "fix" it. Great in snow, but the ABS is a little too sensitive. Either add weight to the bed (300lbs or so) or see if a dealer will adjust it.
ehhh
darreng707, 03/04/2012
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LT 2WD SB w/out OnStar (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 12 people found this review helpful
i have had this truck for around 1.5 years put on about 25,000 miles and it just is cheaply made the wobble in the front end large turning radius for a short truck the cd player was crap the latch broke on the tailgate,center console, have had the parking brake fixed by gm 6 times ive never driven with it on ac is weak check engine light comes on randomly fuel pumps @ 149xxx, speakers are blown and falling out of their holes, burns oil but dosent leak it, super light in the back end my boat drug it down a dry launch ramp with parking brake on boat (6400) lbs and very narrow interior im about 6'1" and 265 and the seats are narrow and uncomfortable any long drives require frequent rest stops.
best truck ever
luigi123, 04/26/2012
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
i purchased this 4.8 v8 silverado with 59000 miles now it has 216000 miles and the only thing i have ever purchased for it has been the alternator and normal maintenance. this truck went through burnouts, racing on highway, offroading, and through snow without a single problem.. the best thing is that the motor and transmission still works perfect sounds even better then my fathers 2008 silverado. chevy rocks
Best Truck I ever owned
tahoegirl, 06/18/2004
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB w/out OnStar (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is the best truck I ever owned. No major problems except for air conditioning belt, and replaced brakes at 7,000 miles now have 52,000 miles and no problems. Captian chairs excellent heated seat's are great in winter time. Only problem with interior, is the back seat does not give enough leg room for my growing kids.I pull a 5,000lb horse trailer in the MT, and I cant tell it's there. I look forward to up grading to the 2500HD crew cab on day.. If you want a good family truck get the silverado...
Good truck
winnertruck, 10/04/2003
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB w/out OnStar (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck used with 20K miles on it. To date I've put 7300 miles on it and it has been a super vehicle. (If you're looking to get 45 MPG you're looking at the wrong vehicle!) Compared with Ford and Dodge power and mileage is great. I'm averaging 17 around town and about 20 on interstates. To date I've had no problems and only spent for maintenance items on the vehicle. I would buy another!
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