2003 Chevy Silverado 3500 Review
2003 Chevy Silverado 3500 Review
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Appraise This CarChevrolet Silverado 3500 model years
Chevrolet Silverado 3500 types
- Crew Cab
- Regular Cab
- Extended Cab
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Edmunds' Expert Review
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Pros
- Class-leading power, substantial towing and hauling capacity, unique transmissions.
Cons
- Spotty build quality, mediocre interior materials.
What’s new
The Silverado 3500 now sports the same look as its light-duty siblings, including a new front fascia and revised side moldings and taillights. Top-of-the-line models also get power-folding heated mirrors with puddle lamps and turn signal indicators. On the inside, the 2003 Silverado offers numerous entertainment options, including a Bose stereo system (with rear-seat controls on crew cab models), XM Satellite Radio and a DVD-based entertainment system (crew cab models only). The instrument panel and center console have been redesigned, and Chevrolet has added new seats, a more comprehensive driver information center and a dual-zone climate control system. On the hardware side, the standard 6.0-liter V8 gets electronic throttle control as well as the ability to run exclusively on compressed natural gas (CNG) or a mix of CNG and gasoline.
Edmunds says
With its numerous powertrain and cab configurations and stout towing and hauling capacities, the Silverado 3500 is a hard truck to beat for those who need maximum functionality and capability from their work truck.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 4dr Extended Cab Rwd LB DRW (6.0L 8cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of N/A undefined in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
Not EPA tested for Silverado 3500 Base
Silverado 3500 Base
vs
$257/mo
Avg. Large Truck
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 3500.
5 star(78%)
4 star(15%)
3 star(3%)
2 star(4%)
1 star(0%)
27 reviews
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5 out of 5 stars
Sad to part with old friend
rick194, 02/06/2011
2002 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 4dr Crew Cab LT 4WD LB DRW (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
It is now time to trade in the Duramax/Chevy.
I have not pulled a trailor in the last 18 months so I am getting something smaller (Suburban).
I have over 230,000 miles on it, averaged 17 mpg, pulled trailers from TX to 36 states.
It brokedown twice.
The alternator went out at 200K+ and a wire rubbed in two shorting out the electrical system at 180k+.
The injectors were replaced under … warranty and that was it, other than routine wear items, brakes, belts, hoses, ball joints.
Do not need a truck like this any more but have kept it for 18 months because it is such a good one.
4.88 out of 5 stars
Very Happy Aussie
Billydriving, 09/05/2010
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 4dr Crew Cab LS 2WD LB DRW (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
Purchased with 7000 miles on clock to tow my 33 ft.Fifth Wheel touring USA for eventual shipping to Australia for touring Australia with fifth wheel also shipped home. Extremely happy with incredible power from 8.1 L/Allison. Great ride even on our sub-standard roads. I cannot complain about 7 mpg towing over 10000 lbs. Love this truck!! Big size a problem in city driving/parking but … excellent in purpose truck was bought for-towing.
4.88 out of 5 stars
Love My Truck
txgrandma, 11/18/2008
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 4dr Crew Cab LT 4WD LB DRW w/OnStar (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
I'm a grandmother and use my truck to haul grandkids to the rodeos, get hay, and just general travel. It is the most comfortable truck that I have ever driven. Mechanically we have had only minor problems and it has over 170,000 miles on it. I can't really think of anything I don't like about it. If it ever gets replaces it will be with another Chevy 1-ton. It will pull anything I've put … behind it and is extremely reliable on the road. Nothing but a Chevy for me!
4.13 out of 5 stars
DuraMax
Ray Gaskill, 02/07/2003
2002 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 4dr Crew Cab LT 4WD LB DRW (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
I tow a 18,000 lb trailer to all the Nascar
events and love this truck. I originally
drove Fords, but after looking at the
numbers and talking to another DuraMax
owner (who also had a Powerstroke and
swithed to Chevy), I order the DuraMax
and leave Fords and Dodge in the dust!
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, so we've included reviews for other years of the Silverado 3500 since its last redesign.
2003 Silverado 3500 Highlights
Crew Cab
Base
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $29,760 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Seating | 6 seats |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Max Towing Capacity | 12,000 lbs. |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Silverado 3500 include:
- Alarm
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