Chevrolet Blazer

[Ghost91]

So, I test drove one of these today. It fits the bill of comfy cruiser that you can get EVERYTHING in the back of.

I was just wondering if anyone's got any experience of owning one of these - as its a bit different to the usual 4x4's.

Is it hard to get them serviced or repaired? There's an American specialist near me but I don't know if it would be easy to source parts... Or perhaps if vauxhall main dealers cover these?

Any advice much appreicated.

If not will be looking at a cherokee but I kinda fell in love with this one!

Cheers

[Roo]

Parts you can get from either US Automotive in Bedford or online from Rock Auto.

They're pretty basic mechanically so a decent independent can look after it for you.

Wouldn't go anywhere near a Vauxhall dealer with it.

[Garynogrip]

I have owned one since January, bought it cheap knowing it needed tlc, so far have been able to fix everything myself and U.S. Autos are very handy for parts, mine runs on lpg but not very well, but does save the fuel expense, make sure the 4x4 is working correctly, might be a simple fix though if not, you tube is very handy as lots of bits covered

[Ghost91]

Roo said:

Parts you can get from either US Automotive in Bedford or online from Rock Auto.

They're pretty basic mechanically so a decent independent can look after it for you.

Wouldn't go anywhere near a Vauxhall dealer with it.

Thanks, I'll remember those companies incase I need them

[Ghost91]

Garynogrip said:

I have owned one since January, bought it cheap knowing it needed tlc, so far have been able to fix everything myself and U.S. Autos are very handy for parts, mine runs on lpg but not very well, but does save the fuel expense, make sure the 4x4 is working correctly, might be a simple fix though if not, you tube is very handy as lots of bits covered

How are you getting on with it so far? They do look nice and basic!

The one I've seen looks nice, I'm going to go and have a drive over the weekend.

With how basic they are mechanically I'm definitely considering one of these over a Range Rover or the like. The only other contender at the moment for me is a jeep Cherokee but Id prefer something a bit more unusual

Edited by Ghost91 on Saturday 1st August 09:11

[Roo]

What is it, how old is it, how many miles has it done, how much is it?

You'll get a much better idea if you can tell us these.

[Ghost91]

Roo said:

What is it, how old is it, how many miles has it done, how much is it?

You'll get a much better idea if you can tell us these.

It's a 1999 Chevrolet blazer 4.3 LS, 95,000 miles, and it's just under 2k

[Roo]

Looks nice enough.

RHD would put me off.

[fttm]

Bought a 98 model when we first came to Canada , brilliant vehicle . Never had issues with it and it's still going strong in the ownership of a friend .

[Ghost91]

Thank you for the replies.

I've heard the alarms can sometimes be a pain with these, so that's one thing to bare in mind.

Are the generally reliable? I'd imagine the engine is fairly under stressed... It'll only be used for wafting and carrying things.

Plus the price has come down £500 so I'm more or less sold now especially if I haggle a couple of hundred off too!


Cheers

[spreadsheet monkey]

Roo said:

Looks nice enough.

RHD would put me off.

Maybe this is a dumb question, why would RHD put you off?

GM imported the Blazer officially into the UK as a right hand drive model for a few years, didn't they?

[Garynogrip]

Ghost91 said:

Garynogrip said:

I have owned one since January, bought it cheap knowing it needed tlc, so far have been able to fix everything myself and U.S. Autos are very handy for parts, mine runs on lpg but not very well, but does save the fuel expense, make sure the 4x4 is working correctly, might be a simple fix though if not, you tube is very handy as lots of bits covered

How are you getting on with it so far? They do look nice and basic!

The one I've seen looks nice, I'm going to go and have a drive over the weekend.

With how basic they are mechanically I'm definitely considering one of these over a Range Rover or the like. The only other contender at the moment for me is a jeep Cherokee but Id prefer something a bit more unusual

Edited by Ghost91 on Saturday 1st August 09:11

They are nice and basic, it handles like the titanic but does launch at the lights well, very comfy and practical, can't wait till my Subaru Legacy is fixed so I can jog it on though lol

[Rapid rental]

I had a new one back in the day. Very comfy but without doubt the most appalling fuel consumption ever and running on cart springs took a while to get used to after a modern setup. Hopeless for spare parts as ball joints went on them occasionally. But i imagine they are seriously cheap now so worth a look. But my god the fuel consumption!