The C/K has 4 engine options available, one diesel V8 with 195-hp and three gasoline V8's with 230,
The C/K has 4 engine options available, one diesel V8 with 195-hp and three gasoline V8's with 230, 255, and 290-hp. They're available in 2 and 4 wheel drive and 5 speed manual or automatic transmissions. ABS is standard.
Year / Model Reviewed: 1994 1994 C1500 Cheyenne Extended Cab SB - 5.0L V8 TBI
Summary: I currently have 192,500 on it, and it still runs strong! Have done a little hauling with it. Transmission shifts hard when gearing up from first gear. Fast acceleration, but poor fuel economy. I get 12mpg in the city AND 12mpg HIGHWAY AS WELL. The stereo system and other interior stuff is cheap plastic. The cab is not very tall compared to most cheyenne's/silverado's I've seen. The truck is VERY RELIABLE and I have not had any major problems; just the usual oil changes and tuneups. The engine will probably last longer than the truck itself.
Strengths: Fast Acceleration; Very Reliable; Cruise Control; Strong Frame; Nice Seats; and Fun to Drive!
Year / Model Reviewed: 1990 chevy 2500 reg. cab long bed 4x4
Summary: i have had nothing but trouble since purchase. The trucks 5.7l v8 blew at 200,000 miles (lots of miles but still not what i wanted) the brakes had to be replaced lines and all $1,800 from midas. i had to replace the transfer case adapter which was a pain to find and was $350 from a chevy dealer. this truck has a mid 80's turbo 400 transmission. if u buy a older truck like this get ma mechanic to look at it before buying.
Strengths: torque is outragous with a 350 and a 400 turbo tranny. 4x4 works ok i still got stuck. ok ride through city and covered roads, gravel roads are rough.
Weaknesses: rust really easy, doors weigh to much for hinges (have had to replace hindges 3 times in the last 4 months and needs replaced again, all done by a profesional) radio sucks makes annoying sounds.
Similar Products Used: 1990 mazda 2600i
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Summary: My truck is a 1998 Chevrolet K1500, 4x4, extended cab, short box, 4.3 liter V-6 engine, manual transmission. It has the Cheyenne trim and is red. It has 135,000 miles on it, and is still running fine. I had to replace the transmission at 120,000 miles, though. Had to replace the fan belt at 120,000, too. Making a funny squealing noise at the moment, although that's probably nothing major. Replaced the brakes and shocks, but that's normal. The sound system is pretty good, actually. All in all, a good, decent truck.
Strengths: Long-lasting engine, albeit underpowered, good sound system. Good long-lasting truck for the average person.
Weaknesses: Had to replace transmission at 120k, underpowered 4.3 L V-6 engine, downright ugly red interior, horn is hard to press, 4x4 shifter is very hard to engage.
Similar Products Used: None
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Year / Model Reviewed: 1998 Chevy c1500 5.7 350 vortec
Summary: We have had this truck since it had 77k on it.It has 134k on it now.It has good power,not too exspensive to have.It has crazy tranny problems.From 1st to 2nd gear sometimes the rearend shifts real hard(like a truck ran into you).The check engine light comes on 2-3 day periods if I travel on real bad pavement,or potholes.If I take it to the shop, the computer says(random misfire) so I stopped waisting money.It will go off after a few days everytime.Now I have to warm it up for 15-20 mins.,or it will backfire & run like it's clogged up.On a hot day I can drive right off.The shop said it might be the engine temp. censor.When they hook up the dino it says the same thing,even after I got a tune-up.At first it was sometimes,now it's everyday.I just hope when I buy a few censors it will stop.Other than that it has been a pretty good truck.
Strengths: 350 motor,body style is clean after all these years
Weaknesses: tranny,check engine light,stupid fuel pump in the gas tank($600 p&l)dumb cold start problem I'm having
Similar Products Used: 1977 chevy scottsdale fleetside
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Year / Model Reviewed: 1990 Chevy 1500 Silverado standard cab step side
Summary: This truck is awsome.I replaced the engine at 320000 miles,it still ran but was ready for a change.Got a remanufactured transmission at 286000 miles.The paint is still shiny after 16 years and the truck now has nearly 322000 miles and still rides as smooth as a car still looks and sounds great and still turns heads.With just basic maintenance,inside and out,these trucks will last many many years.
Strengths: Good torque,reasonable fuel mileage,good looks,very reliable
Weaknesses: none
Similar Products Used: 89 s-10,94 s-10,94 GMC sierra 1500,66 chevy c-10,68 chevy c-10,67 chevy c-10 69 chevy c-10 and two 59 chevy pick-ups one of which I still own.
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