Used 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500HD Consumer Reviews
Work/Family truck
I was ready to buy this truck when I saw the prototype two years ago. It is great for work and fantistac for the family. My wife has a Nissan Quest and now we get to get a Passat because the truck will double for a family hauler when needed. I had a 1999 Silverado before this one and this is a much better built truck.
Pleased with purchase
I have owned alot of chevy trucks and I must say this is the best one yet. Upgraded to the 1500 HD to pull 7300lb boat. Lots of power and great stance. Stable ride while pulling heavy loads long distances. Also has excellant braking with a firm pedal. Roomy interior and friends enjoy the rear console and cup holders. Can't complain. Will definitly trade for another one in the future.
- LT Crew CabMSRP: $4,988478 mi away
- LS Crew CabMSRP: $7,490571 mi away
- LS Crew CabMSRP: $1,2991,203 mi away
4 Dr LT 4WD Crew Cab SB HD
This is a lot of truck but it does have its flaws. Given there is limited availability for full four door trucks from GM this is the best option besides an Avalanche. Overall the truck is a joy to drive with plenty of power. The interior is awesome with as many features as a luxury car. The only complaint is the tapping in the engine. This noise Called "piston slap" usually is only noticeable for the first 30 sec to a minute until the engine warms. I have an 84 Ford F150 with 177K miles with the same problem, knocks when it starts then quits. Every mechanic I talk to says engine tapping is just part of owning a Chevy.
Solid Truck
Very happy with the truck. The 1500 HD is a perfect transition truck although I'm not sure why they didn't just call it a 2500 (non-HD) crew cab as it has all the ratings and capacity of a standard 2500. Has a lot of common sense type features and have had many compliments on it. Only partly negative thing I'd say is that it just doesn't stand as tall as the Fords and Dodge trucks, although that is merely for looks and serves no practical purpose other than appearing its bigger or stronger than it is. In a drag race, this truck is no slouch and the Ford and Dodge commercials are obviously biased.
Bad brake system
Good truck except for the brake system,and u-joints. Brakes in rear rusted so badly could not be turned down, was told it was common problem and very costly. Not good for a one year old truck. ,
The Gentlemans Pickup Truck
The thing is a joy to drive ,oh and the power! Plenty of creature comforts for a big man of six feet four, 260lbs. Only thing missing is sunroof and cab lights. Dont particularly care for engine tick upon startup which soon goes away. Raise the sagging front end an get wider wheels. Get OnStar prices of cell phone more competive. Also mirrors need to adjust with auto seat settings. Otherwise I love it.
Satisfied Bowtie Owner
6 months and 5K miles later no major c/o. Happy from day 1 (low/no pressure sales pitch) to now. Mine is loaded and is more comfortable, and has more features than my wife's Mercedes E-320 (no exaggeration). Definitely a "gentleman's" truck. Wouldn't get it to work on the farm (to many accessory features that would have the potential to break). But as far as towing ability (boat) and driveablility couldn't imagine a finer ride. Has the auto-temp control, which the 2500 lacks, which is a big plus on road trips (no constant knob turning). Didn't think any other truck matched this one, and still believe that.
Best Truck I Have Owned
These trucks have a lot of great features for a 1/2 ton series truck. I used to be a Ford guy but these HD trucks are just a great all around package as far as styling. And as an engine rebuilder the 6.0L engine is by far the best in its class. There are more appealing trucks out there, but if you are looking for a bulletproof workhorse look no farther then the 1500HD!
It's been great so far
Only about 8K on the clock, but no real problems yet. A few times now, the A/C blows warm for some reason but it's rare. There is some valve noise with this engine that some one else here is concerned about. I believe it to be normal. Some engines make more noise than others. Power is fantastic. Ride is decent. Pretty bumpy on these L.A. freeways, but the towing/hauling capacity beats Fords flat out. I compared to F250 and this 1500HD is superior in just about every way in terms of utility. Comparing this truck to the F150 4-door was a no brainer - The F150 5 foot bed was a big deterrent as I use this truck for motorcycles, etc.
2002 Chevy 1500
I really enjoy this truck. Have hauled 3800 lbs of stone in bed which made ride real smooth, hauled it with no problem. The ride is great and the features are nice also. I must agree with others reviews I have also had the ac blow warm air from time to time, for no apparent reason, dealer found no problem. I have also has what one review said as a pecking noise also. We really like the truck overall the biggest problem is gas mileage