Its 13 years old and 180k, there are going to be things that go bad and wear out, overall I see many more of these vintage and even older Suburbans, Tahoes, Yukons, Silverados, etc running around still on the road vs Chrysler or Ford products of the same age.

@TheRealZJE313

5 жыл бұрын

Joe u know y cause the LS engine is the best gas engine u can buy nothing like old school push rod V8.the frist one came out in 1955 that's how chevrolet won the muscle car Wars.

@tomuchcrazyness9320

5 жыл бұрын

My dad had a 2005 Chevy Tahoe and he sold it for parts with 630,000 miles on it

@TheRealZJE313

5 жыл бұрын

@@tomuchcrazyness9320 yes there is a C5 corvette with over 700,000 miles on it at the corvette Museum in Bowling Green Kentucky.

@tomuchcrazyness9320

5 жыл бұрын

AI3xZJE41 YT ohh yea. I’ll look that up. I’d like to read up on that

@TheRealZJE313

5 жыл бұрын

@@tomuchcrazyness9320 yeah check it out.I learned about it cause my dad is in the corvette club so he get all kinds of magazines and up date and new products for corvettes and any problems that was a Factory defect are a week part

I just bought one of these today. Seems solid. Rides nice, and sounds great. Drove it an hour and a half home and not a single malfunction. For 2,000 bucks I feel I got a smoking deal. It's fully loaded too 👍🏻

@likaboss_3022

2 жыл бұрын

Bout to buy a 2000 Tahoe z71 4x4 with the 5.3l 160k miles and owned by my grandparents for the last 20 years(they got it in 2002) always meticulously maintained, can’t wait

@kevinftw16

Жыл бұрын

How has it treated you? Just bought one with 350k miles on it. Drives runs and drives amazing

@samhainsluagh1685

Жыл бұрын

@@kevinftw16 I love it. I put a put 6 inch lift kit on mine and 35 inch tires.

@kevinftw16

Жыл бұрын

@@samhainsluagh1685 For mine having 350k miles it only needs rear rotors-pads and the front headlights are horrible so I'm replacing them all with new assembly and bulbs. I got mine for 1200 just did a oil change, air filter change and I'm gonna service the differential and the transmission. Have you had anything out of the ordinary go bad on yours though?

@samhainsluagh1685

Жыл бұрын

@@kevinftw16 only thing I've had to do that was more than maintenance was the rear main seal between the motor and bell housing of the transmission. Was kind of a pain but the parts were cheap and it only took a couple hours.

You lost me when you complained about the second water pump in 180k miles.

$10 says there's a sub in the console

@1:40 any body else noticed a group on people loading a matress into canopied dacota truck?

@russianoleg

3 жыл бұрын

@@Rollochrome very well could be😂

180k is nothing for the burd. These go 300k all day long. Can’t do that with a ecojunk or the 3v 5.4

@riddler983

4 жыл бұрын

I just picked up an 04 Z71 Burb that needs a motor after 300,878 miles. I daily drive an 02 that has 273,000 on it.

@bmartinez2086

4 жыл бұрын

Well my eco junk has gone 375k miles and gave replaced shit.

@teedubya5772

4 жыл бұрын

riddler983 I’ve had 2 Silverados. One had 300k when I sold it, still running strong. The other one had 240k. Currently have an ,05 Tahoe with 198k and it’s running great. I love the LS motors. Great engines 👍🏻

I have 2003 Tahoe with 5.3L. The engine is amazing. These are cheap to find and easy to work on. My gauge cluster had to be rebuilt on ebay for 65.

@dailygrinders89

5 жыл бұрын

Mine also and I opted for the Escalade style bezels when they replaced all the stepper motors and added blue LEDs

@Austin86646

5 жыл бұрын

It is a great engine, truly. The way it revs out through first gear is so satisfying. Catch it on a 2-1 downshift is nice too.

@joshuareyes3798

4 жыл бұрын

Did my gauge cluster and I still get intermittent power problems

@blackshirt5530

3 жыл бұрын

I have same Tahoe as you-- 230K with NO PROBLEMS (except gauge cluster) in 17 years!

@MegaHowtoMan

3 жыл бұрын

@@blackshirt5530 I have 3 Tahoes now. My 07 has 236k and the engine runs like it's new. Not a tick. I use synthetic and change every 5k. Had an engine mount crack that cost 350. The 03 has a water leak probably at the roof rack mounts.

sounds like this guy is abusing his vehicle, my 03 suburban has 315000 miles. have not had anything replaced except, brake shoes and battery

@Moonen100

3 жыл бұрын

220k. Same here

I recently bought a 2003 sub z71 with 178000 for $4500

@rauldsc1

3 жыл бұрын

That’s a great deal. I’m looking for one. Any advice?

@jorgegaleana6750

3 жыл бұрын

@@rauldsc1 get a pre purchase inspection by a certified mechanic shop even if it cost over 100 dollars it will save you a lot more in the long run

@topfell8277

4 ай бұрын

Just paid 3k for my z71 burb rare down here in fla.

This guy is that one teacher that takes his bad days out on students type guy

@atombomb6719

2 жыл бұрын

Freaking cry baby 👶 I own an 05 Suburban Z71 - I appreciate the truck- I won't effin whine about every single issue. If I wanted perfect I would've dropped $88k on a new one. Damn.

326,000 miles and we just replaced the 4wd module. But it is a great car. OUR CAR HAS BEEN USED ON A FARM FOR 8YEARS SO DON'T GO HATING ON THEM BRO.

I totally disagree. I've owned 4 and they are one of the best vehicles on the road. My 2003 has 330,000 miles and still runs great. I also have a 1997 with 460,000 miles and the 5.7 engine still purrs like a kitten. I highly recommend the Suburban. Not a better vehicle on the road.

@malcolmjelani3588

2 жыл бұрын

American cars are generally shit.

@nwga.5327

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. I have 4 now lol. Every one has 250k plus and each one runs strong. Of course it took some work but compared to fords...

@theogKavani

2 жыл бұрын

@malcolm jelani Nah, it’s just Chryslers that are shit lol. Ford and GM have built some of the best engines on the road for a very long time

Nice video. I am going to look at 1 Sunday with 247,000 miles on it. I’m bringing a mechanic to see if it’s worth $1,080. I was told it needs Sparkplugs, wires and a windshield.

@fabianacosta4512

2 ай бұрын

What happened?

For your airbag light being on, it’s your counter-clock spring that has gone bad, it’s behind the airbag in the steering wheel. And all of the stuff you are mentioning, that’s all minor repairs and maintenance. Consider yourself lucky, I had the rear differential lock up in posi-trac and self destruct the rear end on my ‘04 Suburban Z71. Luckily I found a rear end on Facebook marketplace, and bought it for $200, swapped it out and is good as new! As with GM IFS (independent front suspension) components, that is always common with these trucks, around 100k-125k miles is when the front end usually needs to be rebuilt. Great video, and I may or may not make a video about my 2004 Suburban Z71 and talking about the pros and cons as well. Cheers 🍻

@Eparker09

2 жыл бұрын

Did you make a video?

I have a 2005 suburban with 280,000 miles, and it still works great

I have a 97 chevy Tahoe with 298000 miles on it. I have done literally less than half of what you have had to do to your suburban. Must have been a bad year. I tow and daily drive mine. The plus side to 2012 and older GM is they are very easy to fix.

1. If you like the sound of the engine, go to a muffler shop and have them rip your muffler out, trust me. 2. Bose audio does in fact have a sub, it's in the console. I agree, it's one of the best factory systems I've heard. 3. '03 Yukon, 125k. Replaced cats, and an a/c compressor is the only trouble since it was new. Stupid stuff like the CD player and gauges don't work, but otherwise solid as a rock. The piston slap is "normal" on a cold start, will not harm the motor. Just don't rev it until it stops.

Thanks bro. I have an 02 Burban with 198,789.. I hope it keeps going

The Bose sound system on those vehicles has a subwoofer in the center console between the front seats.

This guy is complaining about a truck the has a 180000 miles on it come on I have a suburban Z71 just like him with 240000 miles on it and routine maintenance water pump or oil pressure switch which is just routine stuff nothing major and his guys complaining stop it

@nuknuknuk111

5 жыл бұрын

Jerome Griffin stone cold trippin lol

@zackholguin6972

4 жыл бұрын

Yo, Jarome watup bro. I have just bought an 02 Burban 2500 bucks blue book was 4500.. I'm happy and love it bro.. Old school and all. I even still have the tape player which I think is dope cuz nobody has them anymore.. lol I'm 31 and you would think I'd want like the new up to date shit naw that dont matter.. Say,! Jarome, it sounds like you know how to keep your Engine clean and sounding good.. can you please Email me at holguinzack66@gmail.com and please let me know of a few think I can do to help keep ,y Engine nice and healthy.. I just bought it like 2 weeks ago and yes I know it's a 2002 and yes we are 19'. And, yes its old...! But, I guess what I'm saying big bro is that in morning my Engine sounds a little Rough at first. Like not smooth at first.. and I know I know its old... But, please shoot me some tips.. "Like does that Lucas fuil-Injector cleaner work when u mix with Gas?" Shoot me some tips honest ones! Lol And, I will shoot you some Cash threw E-Pay

@cddog1995

4 жыл бұрын

@@zackholguin6972 is it a Flex Fuel model? If so change the fuel filter. Its located under the drivers seat on the frame. ONLY flex fuels have a fuel filter external to the tank. It will NOT have badging on the exterior of the vehicle if it is flex fuel. If your vin has the "Z" model, its flex. You'll need a specialty removal tool made by Lisle. Lisle 35000

@zackholguin6972

4 жыл бұрын

Hey bro, thanks for getting back to me. But, my 02' Burban is not flexfuel. I don't think bcuz it usually says like on back of vehicle, or at least my aunt's Tahoe did. But, I appreciate you getting back to me.. I will go check my Vin# for that "Z". One more question bro. As of here recently my coolant/Antifreeze 50/50 mix. It start to back fill and come out water reservoir. I heard changing maybe Thermostat Sensor might work my hoses don't seem plugged up. Thanks Jarome

@MRTLEW01

4 жыл бұрын

@@zackholguin6972 Check O2 sensors, Plugs Wires,

Those models have their problems. But pretty good overall. My biggest gripe is the ABS system, it really sensitive.

@ChuddleBuggy

5 жыл бұрын

Pretty much sums it up. Chevy trucks run smooth, controls are light, which all add up for a pretty relaxed and easy driving. Downside of course is things don't always work as you'd expect.

@gman77gas

5 жыл бұрын

Ground wire issue on frame driver side below driver hinge area onframe. Common problem for abs, 4wd error. Search KZread

@zackholguin6972

4 жыл бұрын

Forsure, hey bro please let me know what I can do to get my 02 burban keep healthy

@lidd69

4 жыл бұрын

gman77gas hood hinge? Door hinge?

First, I'm sorry that (apart from the stereo) your truck is rather disappointing. I have an '06 LT that I bought with 140k on it... for $8k. That was a steal, IMHO, and I've now put about 35-40k miles on it myself as a daily driver and towing a 7k travel trailer. It has a crappy aftermarket single DIN stereo so the redundant controls don't work. The rear driver's side window lifter-thingy broke and I'm too cheap to replace it, so I used 2 self-tapping screws to hold it up permanently. The driver's door switches for front windows and locks are starting to go. The only things I have had to replace are the rear blower motor resistor, the steering shaft bearing, and the intermediate steering shaft. All that to say I still absolutely love my Suburban. For all around utility, plus hauling the family with plenty of room, I don't think it can be beaten for the money I've put into it. As long as I can keep fixing it for less than new car payment, it's totally worth it.

@MRTLEW01

4 жыл бұрын

God Bless you Brother Lol

I got myself an 01 yukon xl slt & man i frkn love this truck. I just hit 160k miles & havent had to put anything into it yet,granted ive only had it for about two years now but am only the 2nd owner. Guy i bought it from sold it to his day care business after about three years of him driving it. So basically i got a rug rat mobile for under 2 grand 😎. Only complaint i have is the horrible mpg's. I commute from baltimore to washington dc daily for work so im filling that 33-34 gallon tank up every 4 days & man she really digs into my money clip. I wish the 01 had the cylinder delete like the later ones do but then again thats just one more thing to need fixing. Thanks for the video, my first time seeing ur content 👍

@ls6-ss413

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah I've heard bad things about the cylinder delete... What, 07+?

I have a 06 GMC Yukon 4x4 with all the options and the 5.3 with a 4.10:1 rear ratio. That thing is a beast and will climb any hill I want! I have not had to replace any of the things you say and I have 150K. Of course I bought it when it was only 3 years old and I do all the maintenance on it my self. All the problems that you list are minor and may have happened b/c of lack of maintenance by the previous owner, and something just need replacement after so many miles. If you 5.3 has good oil pressure try putting 1/2 quart of Dexron III transmission fluid in the oil and rive it around for a few days before doing an oil change on it. I also use about 8oz of Marvel Mystery oil wit every oil change. This may help your ticking.

I got my 04 Yukon XL Denali (6.0L Vortec and AWD) at 160k miles for $9k. No issues except for leaks (rear left brake caliper, rear main seal, coolant) Kept up with regular oil changes since I’ve had it. Got me to Ohio and back and many more miles after that.

Bought my 05 almost 4 years ago with 138k for under 5,000. Tow the boat and the family in the summer with it, great vehicle. Some old truck issues have popped up now and then but nothing major

My 2001 suburban with a 5.3 l has 220K miles and has never had any of those same repairs except for one water pump. The ticking went away when they changed the plugs and wires for the first time at 160K.

I’ve been driving Chevys for years and I have never noticed the steering wheel and instrument cluster not being aligned with the driver. In fact when I see someone talk about it I go see if I can see what they’re talking about and still can’t tell 🤷‍♂️

@ramseynelson1747

4 жыл бұрын

I dont notice it from drivers seat. But the passengers seat vanity mirror is quite a bit off center. Kinda weird i suppose, but not going to prevent them from being a great truck.

I have the same truck except mine is the full time all wheel drive with 4 low. Only problems so far is dash cluster is haywire, and it did have a huge brake system issue that also has something to do with the AWD. 300k and still runs and goes like new. Only thing I don't like is the AWD you cannot turn it off so it's a gas hog 13 mpg.. my other 05 is the same as yours and gets 17 mpg but it's a parts truck now

I used to weirdly have that airbag light. I've done every job you have and then some lol..I believe that airbag plug is under passenger seat lmk

Lots of replacement items, but my "01 Suburban has over 320,000 miles on it and has been very reliable. My trany did fail down in Mexico and it was fixed economically AND never had a problem with it since. I also replaced a water pump in Mexico and three or four times I've replaced the window tracks. The car needs nothing and is very reliable, so I have no complaints. Most significantly, there's no issue in the Engine which uses no oil at all on long trips which I attribute to Synthetic Oil Changes - very pleased with the 5.3 V8.

Thanks for letting me know what I'm getting into. Im buying a cheap Z71 version with 369,000 miles from my boss.

Just bought an 02 Tahoe. Many things replaced before me. Its just vehicles. True for our 05 Scion Tc, 04 Honda Odyssey. The glorious Toyota 4runner, before I bought it, the owner had receipts for all kinds of problems big and small. Convinced every vehicle has its weak point that breaks consistently.

I agree with the steering wheel alignment position

It's super clean

I have an 05 suburban with 190K I can’t vouch for everything but I can verify transmission, water pump, power steering, but he didn’t mention fuel pump which he probably will need to replace soon. I love this vehicle and highly recommend it if you are a handyman.

Is engine noise piston slap

LOL Bose audio #1 like, review instantly discredited. Also, "I had to replace wear items that any vehicle would need on a 13 year old (at the time of the review) truck", what a beta.

I have the same exact truck and I have a random question I have the bose system in my car as well and it doesn’t get any bass in it at all everything in the radio works fine I was wondering if anyone knows what could be the issue?

@sansfreedom1629

5 жыл бұрын

If you press the smallest knob in on the radio, it will cycle through the sound settings. When you get to the bass setting, turn the knob to the right. Hope that helps

Honest review. My focus is 1999 suburbans. Generally these are rated reliable up to 2007-10 from my research. Nevertheless let the buyer beware

Keep driving it like that and you'll be replacing the transmission again soon.

1:40 lmao

Lifter tick. Use Lucas oil stabilizer at oil change and it won't do that ticking.

Sounds like lifters to me. A friend drove his like that for 80k before the engine gave out .

We have the original water pump and 326,000 miles

We have one the only thing messing up is the alternator and the transmission

Brake lines are notorious for rotting out on the GMT-800 platform.

@UBBERTANKER

5 жыл бұрын

thats rust , if you live in the rust belt you are gonna be replaceing brake lines regardless of the make/model. Rust is really what kills these trucks in my area, if you find one rust free it will go and go

@cnoyes72

5 жыл бұрын

@@UBBERTANKER I understand rust; it was a particular problem for the GMT-800 platform above and beyond what is normal in the northeast. GM was investigated for it by the NHTSA. It was also an active topic on tahoeforum.com

the list sounds extremely understandable . 😂

Engine tick is your exhaust manifold

Holy cow. Every. .single...thing! I bought a 2005 Z71 Suburban with 175k on it... and every single thing you mentioned I'm dealing with. Except now it's also saying... service 4WD now also. Fantastic. At least I know I'm particularly for the course!!

It doesn’t matter how many miles are on it it matters on how well the car was taken care of I bought an 06 for 5000 had nothing wrong with it had 144,000 miles on it I put eight times that on it and it still runs great but if you guys know anything today about those suburbans the 2500s and the Tahoe’s are worth three times more than what they normally are worth because everybody wants them so if you’ve got one don’t get rid of it

My 04 suburban had 252,000 miles before transmission

We used to have an 04 suburban until we bought a crappy brand new nissan pathfinder. I miss our old suburban. It was so comfy and felt like I was sitting on a couch. Our nissan sucks. The seats are uncomfortable and I have to move all over the place all the time. I'd still buy a suburban once I have money.

The GMT800 platform is basically a never buy. I have an 04 Escalade, and while I would have no worries about driving from the East cost to the West coast today, GM cheaped out wherever they could. I just replaced my hydroboost brake booster, which I considered setting my vehicle on fire because that clip that holds the pedal to the brake booster is a bitch to get off. And the hydroboost I bought leaks. I'm not going to replace it again. Maybe I'll get another adjustable pedal assembly off of eBay, and drill out that peg the clip that holds the hydroboost to the pedal rests on out, and put a grade 8 bolt and nut onto it. But as much as I crap on my Escalade, for being 15 years old, it doesn't have a squeak or rattle. I will give the thumbs up to GM for that. But, other than that, the SUVs from that era are worthless.

@charlesoneal3094

5 жыл бұрын

Lol@setting on fire.... yes... and amen.

Good honest review. Thanks ✌

It ain’t a C-arrr

Air bag sensors common problem. Check search on KZread. 2 sensors under radiator area. About $100. Each. Happened to me...…...

@UBBERTANKER

5 жыл бұрын

crash sensors super common

You can tell this guy has serious anger issues

240,000 miles 1500 bucks things mint next to my scatpack!

Do u think that since u payed so less u bought a piece of shit those are some of the best build suvs on road

Bose system has a sub woofer

@mikeschmidt4800

3 жыл бұрын

On some models. I've had two with Bose and no subwoofer. It does have a place for one, but, again no woofer.

@zz-hj9zi

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikeschmidt4800if you have bucket seats, the sub is under the center console. The back fake grill is where it used to be in older models

@mikeschmidt4800

3 жыл бұрын

@@zz-hj9zi hmm, I'll get back to you on this tomorrow. Neither seemed like their was a sub under the center console.

@zz-hj9zi

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikeschmidt4800 when music with a lot of low end bass is playing if you put your hand at the under the dash on the passenger side of the console you could feel the air that the sub moves

@mikeschmidt4800

3 жыл бұрын

@@zz-hj9zi I did indeed check that out today and was surprised. It does make sense as I thought there was some sort of Bose magic as to why it sounds so great. Dope.

Matt that tick noise is yo lifter.no big deal.it's a easy fix.just go back with the corvette lifters and u will never have a problem with it again

This might help with a couple of your issues.

I have a 00, 01 and 02. And a 99 but that's pre Ls so it don't count.

Had mines for less than 24hrs before it was stolen

You get what you pay for ! Sometimes you luck out ! but most times you don’t !

It has a sub!

No way trans I had in my truck went at 215k

@cddog1995

4 жыл бұрын

My 4l60e trans has 230k miles, and 8000 hours on it. Never been rebuilt. Still going strong. Motor has been replaced tho

Still like 1/3rd of the issues and cost of my 8 year old bmw. Lol

How about 1500

I don’t wanna hear it he has been abusing this truck I’ve had three Tahoe same truck but shorter and all of them went over 300k miles with little work outside of main maintance

7:40 new heaters are like $60 and easily a diy

This f%@#in guy! “I bought this vehicle with a full tank of gas. I have had to put gas in it numerous times since then! The gas gauge, which is off center by 3mm by the way, shows full, then after I drive 350 miles, the needle is close to empty and I HAVE TO PUT MORE GAS INTO IT! I would like GM to fix this problem and fix it for free. So… I wouldn’t recommend buying this”

Sub is in console

First, you Bought it Used and the past owner was shitty guy and now you took the shitty car ( engine , gear ) and you said he change or rebuild the gearbox witch it mean he was rough usage 💔💔💔

Seconde thing buddy 💔💔 the tec noise is lifters valve 💔 its a big pain sorry bro 💔💔💔💔

Everything you said is wrong. Give the truck back to your wife.

This guy is just negative. Older vehicles will have to have maintenance, it is not brand new. I’ve had mine for almost 5 years with the original drive train, engine, transmission is all original and it is still going strong to this day and it has 220,000 miles. It’s all about how well the vehicle was taken care of, and if the previous owner was on top of repairs. Even then you should expect to replace parts as IT IS NOT BRAND NEW.

@continentalaquatics2725

4 жыл бұрын

Donovan Kohn Get a 2005 Toyota Sequoia. You won’t be fixing or replacing anything!

@m7machines738

3 жыл бұрын

@@continentalaquatics2725 my 2004 sequoia is on its 3rd engine

I have the jeep and shirt wow

hola papu esta cool la suburban

Boo Hoo, how dare Chevy expect you to repair things on a truck with a 180k that’s 13 years old. It could be worse, you could’ve bought a ford, which you would have been on your 3rd engine and 16th transmission. You don’t seem young enough to be part of the snowflake generation. Man up bro !!! And BTW, the ticking noise is a stuck lifter. They make that noise with 50k on them. Don’t recommend buying unless you get a good deal ??? I buy them at 180k and run them up to 300k or 350k

@richardgonzalez6583

4 жыл бұрын

Exactly this guy's over here complaining about a cluster gauge that doesn't line up with his eyes are you serious right now if you're not mechanically inclined to work on your own vehicle especially a vehicle that year then buy something new and spend $500 every single month plus insurance I just love these guys that are so feminine that complain about the dumbest things are you serious right now and makes a little noise it's a truck bro and it's heavy I have a 2005 you, absolutely love that monster I lifted it up 6in with 37 inch tires and it makes all kinds of noise but I don't give a crap because that thing is a b but again I am a man that he is mechanically inclined and I work with my hands for a living so I guess guys that are office personnel get yourself a nice Honda

@garyjewell7513

4 жыл бұрын

Could not agree more. Unrealistic expectations. The worst vehicle review that I have ever watched.

Ujoint

Damn he must have gotten a lemon. At 284,000 the only issue I had with my transmission. Impartially that’s my fault. I had huge Patoon boat and a H1 show hummer that I pulled constantly with it. And I replace the headlight control switch. That’s really been about it