CHEVROLET S10 REVIEW, Should you buy a Chevy s10 for your business or kids? Chevy S10 Xtreme review

In this video Grumpy Monkey Garage discusses and reviews the Chevrolet S10. Should you buy one of these things? Are the Chevy s10s still relevant in 2021? The answer may actually surprise you.
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[@ryans.6975]

I bought a 2003 2.2l 5 speed s10 when I was 14 with 32,000 miles. 14 years later that’s still my daily driver. She’s my slow as shit baby but I’ll never get rid of her. So reliable and anything that’s wrong with her is an easy fix. Other than hitting a cow on the highway she’s never been down longer than a day. I love her

[@EkonIc]

A cow? How

[@ryans.6975]

@@EkonIc it’s the Midwest baby. Shit happens. Came within inches of a mule one time too

[@ryans.6975]

@@EkonIc also learned that between hitting a cow and a deer. It’s better to hit the cow they’re insured

[@LeAnn57]

I'm 67 and have a 2000 s10. I love my little truck 💖💖

[@InsideOfMyOwnMind]

Same age, 2001 here. Recently got it and fixing all the little trinkets but overall a solid little beast with the 4.3.

[@Kryynism]

My grandpa gave me his 4.3 2000 s10 before he died. Strong little truck. Whips it just fine for a 21 year old truck.

[@NCFOUTDOORS]

@@Kryynism I got my grandpas 95 blazer running today

[@fernandoa.2855]

My father gived me a 2001 s10 before he died. I'm from brazil. Mine is a 2.4 litres, 4cc.

[@savageglitch2x24]

Same

[@jessicadawn2612]

I have a 02 s10 with the 4.3 vortec v6. I got mine for free. I'm rebuilding it from the ground up. I love my s10

[@xavierhamilton7315]

I got the same❤️

[@hayhov_.9217]

I’m 17 with a 1994 sonoma, 53k miles, love my truck

[@chalupamsf]

17 with a 98 blazer 200k miles😂😂

[@brevonmurphy9999]

@@chalupamsf shit that’s cool, I’m 17 with a 08 Silverado, with 182,000 miles 😂

[@brandonbell3089]

@@brevonmurphy9999 shit I’m 19 and I drive a 77 shortbed c10 I built myself lowered 8.8 rearend 408 small block 🤣🤣

[@Dmxgang]

16 1998 s10 190,000 imma ls swap it

[@brevonmurphy9999]

@@Dmxgang bruhhh that’s what I was gonna do wit a s10

[@johnhunter7386]

Mine is named "Louise". She is a 2002 LS, 2.2 liter 5 speed manual with 176,000 miles on the odometer. By far the most reliable vehicle I've ever owned. She starts right up on the first try even in -30 degree weather. She's a farm truck so she gets worked hard but doesn't complain one bit. I will be replacing the tail gate since it's badly rusted out and is barely hanging on! Love my S10!

[@karakay8890]

i have a 2000 s10 extreme and it sure is an extended cab and i love it💪🏻

[@marshallwyatt8679]

Xtreme*

[@israelrodriguez7019]

One of best reliable trucks out there

[@mattmccune2778]

They came with extended cab with third door option when the xtreme came out. They also had the bench seat with the cup holder option.

[@barbiesawada5916]

I have a 1995 SS that is getting a 5.3 swap right now and I love it. Your history on the S10 is incorrect. Chevy Luv was actually the 1st small Chevy truck and it was basically a Isuzu truck with a Chevy logo. Like Mazda and Ford , Ford owned 65% of stock in Mazda of America. 2nd Generation S10s started in 1994-2004. All S10 models are hot for collectors and race track drivers due to their weight. You should do more videos on S10 restoration and LS swaps cause they are Hot right now.

[@josephallen2840]

Yeah I've rebuilt a 2002 blazer 4x4 ...made one from 2.... it looks great and I have found its all cramped together but chevy did ALOT OF engineering on these vehicles ....why they needed to take down the Ford lighting.... but anyhow there great but over engineered to a degree

[@johnkeck1025]

I have a 97 s10 LS and am having some trouble out of it. Simple stuff so far.. but despite its issues I really love this little truck. I'd like to restore it to its old factory state except for a 6" lift

[@brianrabbit7159]

S10 trucks will start getting popular again.

[@RonaldDaub]

Halalugha 🎉

[@brianmilliard6998]

I drove a 1998 s10 for ten years, 2 wd drive. Ran great, no issues.

[@J.T.B24]

Got me and 03 4-cylinder from my neighbor for 1500 after it sat for about 2 years. Runs like a champ. Ac still cold and inside nearly perfect besides the weathered dash and 2 minor cracks. 180k miles

[@tommorrison8424]

I have a 2003 GMC ZR2. I love it. Costs 50 grand to replace it. It gets me to the mountains and the slopes so I still dig. I've had it for 17 years.

[@i69m]

I have a 03 2.2 base model with AC with the auto have it for 3 years and love it there really slow but it never once left me stranded

[@joecameron3406]

I'm 55 and have a 94SS and a 01 ZR2 I love them. The 94 is on the way to restmod with an angry 6.0 LS. Fix for vacuum 4wd is a PTO cable

[@Kryynism]

Hoping to put a 5.7 vortec in my 2000 s10 if my best friend will let it go out of his broke down Tahoe. Heheheh

[@larrycroft470]

My 95 S 10 LS with 2.2 and T5 Transmission has 576k on it. Ugly as dirt but no rust no wreck with a rebuilt motor strong as battery acid.

[@anthonyreyes3888]

I have a stock '99 S10 Ext Cab 4.3 the body is a little beat and looked like someone tried to do some body work, the interior is 5 of 10 but the engine still purrs like a kitten and puts a smile on my face every time I drive it!

[@Black.dynamite-]

I'm 23 and have a 91 extended cab 2.8 with a 5 speed and I like it

[@RonaldDaub]

2.8 good engine

[@roosteroriginal6458]

4.3 S-dimes are BA ;) smoke a mustang for sure

[@dc5duben96]

love the commentary👌🏽😂

[@simeonhollis9707]

I also have a 2nd generation 1997 S10! I love mine! I have 245,000 miles but it’s good to know they can last up to 560,000 based off your video! My mom owns a 3rd Gen 2000 S10! Great trucks I’ve had minor issues with mine! I did have to change out the fuel pump eventually and one time I did have to change out two solenoids in my transmission! It was stuck in 3rd gear and I could go into reverse but once me and my buddy changed out the solenoids she was good to go!

[@HansZuerner918]

Just scooped a 99 with a 130k on it for 800 bucks. Will be used to get me and my bikes to the track and home on the weekend and get me to work during the week. The 99 is between both of these updated front end with all the good ole basics i love it already.

[@williambreeze2659]

Thanks for the video!

[@chrispuente6910]

Got a blazer xtreme and a Sonoma 2.2 both are beautiful vehicle

[@germandelariva3754]

Prefer the 4 cylinder ones for me some reason they have lasted longer I think. Obviously better on gas. Can still tow a good amount for its size.

[@landenrobinson7500]

4.3 v6 last forever if maintained, the 2.2 is good. But it’s not really an s10 without the 4.3

[@Quesadila21]

Maybe it’s easier to work on the 4-cylinders, and people take care of them because of that (since it’s less daunting). That’s just a guess though.

[@Castle96]

@@Quesadila21 feel it's more along the lines of less engine, less shit to break to be honest

[@scottvanessendelft408]

This guy does not know "Spider Injectors" if it bit him!. Both trucks have the Throttle Body on them... He just doesn't get it. Sorry Bro... And by the way, All of the 4.3's never got "Good" gas mileage, 18-20 mpg is NOT GOOD for a small truck

[@frankstetka7206]

Haha the 2.8 v6 5 speed is 18-20 the 4.3 auto is worse 😆

[@robr3905]

Got my grandmother's 96 s10. 2.2 with the 5 speed. Ls package. 2 wheel drive. Been a fun little truck. She got it new off the lot back in the day and at 200,000 miles my grandfather had to put a new engine and trans in it. So it has its second 2.2 with 5 speed in it but it's been great for my first vehicle. Rebuilt front suspension (ball joint, wheel bearings) and I've had to put a new water pump in it. It has its issues but damn we've had a lot of fun in her. One day wanna ls swap it.

[@living_the_mac_and_cheese_life]

Awesome video. I had to sub for the chicken tax/suburu knowledge drop. Lmao. That was great.

[@richardwillis8083]

Great video

[@johnmiddleton9005]

I'll be 45 in July & I love my 02 s10 & lot of my friends & family have s10s

[@Joe_Blo]

I special ordered my 1986 S10 Tahoe 4wd Extra Cab from the factory, just the way I wanted it. I deleted the electric windows from the build because GM electrics were unreliable then. The hand cranks have never failed. Just the window alignment clips. Still driving it. Cut a load of firewood with it this week. It still fills my freezer with meat and heats my home with firewood. No reason to replace it.

[@randalldrop1178]

Better be a manual

[@Joe_Blo]

@@randalldrop1178 5 speed.

[@brentvonaschen7064]

Thanks for the review

[@colubrinedeucecreative]

Really good video dude! Yes it surprises me. I am 44 and have a 98 S10 LS with 2.2 but I am poor so not sure any of this counts toward the meta or anything. I bought the truck near 10 years ago and it does good for me, but there are tons of problems I wasnt even aware that it was having, like a arm bushing problems? The EGR I think is clogged and the tab was broke off so I had to epoxy them together but still get sputtering and ffs there is vibrations at some lower speeds and I am not sure about what it is, kinda thinking it was clutch but happens even full in so idk just so many problems.

[@Marinedevildawg]

I own a 2003 Chevrolet s10 extreme v6 extended cab. Bought it brand new. Yes they made extended cabs of this vehicle. I like it very much.

[@InsideOfMyOwnMind]

A good well rounded accounting of a great truck for the $. Does a kid own the red one? It's beautiful.

[@timbaker1843]

I just recently got a 2003 Chevy S10 with 90k miles wanna take as great of care of it as I can Edit: it was my neighbors but he passed away

[@Libbyacaciciabirdo]

I just got an 03 s10 from my neighbour! 165k km

[@alexgetz4189]

I own an extreme extended cab, i love it

[@paulmoldenschardt2728]

I have a 2003 zr2 yellow s-10 with a 4.3 v-6 and I love it it's a great truck runs great

[@aguy6641]

I had a 1993 sonoma that was the most dependable vehicle I ever owned. I just saw the damn thing about 8 months ago an old couple is still driving it couldn't imagine the miles now.

[@ryurc3033]

Usually the center plug that has the steering shaft in the way is only a problem if the motor mounts are collapsed. Put a jack under the motor and raise it up an inch. Totally changes the situation. Extremes did come extended cab. I have a black one, and blazers came as an extreme as well. My bravada is more comfortable than an s10, just a few of the early 90s trucks. Even a few 92 or 93 trucks had what was called cpi. Early "vortec" aluminum intakes existed. Look up motor week 1/4 mile testing for a sonoma gt, compaired to the iconic 454ss truck. They were within 2/10ths of a second...pretty rad

[@geoffmorgan6059]

Agreed, I have seen in the local Pull-A-Part a 2000 S10 Xtreme with a cargo door and four wheel drive! I pulled the front frame hooks off it and put them on my vanilla 2002 GMC Sonoma.

[@SteverRob]

2002 4.3/5sp, single cab. Some Xtremes had a limited slip rear. Mine does, G80 RPO. 244k. I’m 61.

[@sandymcclain6350]

Hey, I am 80 and love my S10s!

[@frederickkoch937]

I'm 42 years old and I own a 2003 S10 LS 4.3 V6 vortec and I will never get rid of mine thank you very much

[@aidanhays7945]

I have a friend in his late 60s and he has a 2nd gen and he loves it.

[@ms8studios157]

I own an S10. 2000, 4 cyl 2.2ltre 280k miles, all factory parts. Runs fine

[@ms8studios157]

Also its a manual 5-speed transmission. Ill swear up and down that sucker is the best truck to drive

[@007-cortes6]

where did you get that bed cover?? great video btw 😉

[@Catman1987]

that 2.2L is a beast of a engine , very reliable , I now own a 4.3L S 10 , 90,000 miles on it , excellent truck , I would never buy a Nissan truck , pure shit buckets .

[@johnriley9799]

I’m 39 and have a 97 s10 owned it now for 11 years now

[@KentPetersonmoney]

I use to have one. Do like how there not too big so thier easy to park but still big enough to carry pretty much anything in your house.

[@jonathanrequena4361]

I got a 03 with that vortec 4.3L V6 it’s a solid little bastard but I definitely do wanna sell it and try to find a 97 z71 with a 350 we’ll see what happens

[@stevedeleon8775]

I have a 2002 S10 2.2 liter flex fuel I bought Brand New..its got a automatic tranny ..pwr.str.. pwr.brakes..full bench seat..standard cab..18" X 9 chrome Iroc Z Wheels..Magnaflow split manifold exhaust system..chrome S10 blazer grill..108,000 original miles

[@deadbodybaby1]

Got a 4x4 under 140k miles, 4.3 v6 for 2500 this year. I’d say it’s not a bad deal at all, I was seeing trucks that don’t even run for more expensive

[@fnaelectric30]

My buddy in high school in 01 had a 00or01 extreme and it was extended, then it was a compact after he wrapped it around tree

[@thealloutrejects860]

Just wondering man where did you get that bumper?

[@Ben-sd4ef]

i have a 91 2.8 with unknown mileage and once I got the issues from it being a 30 year old truck fixed I haven't had any issues with it

[@SnyderTechHD]

Buying one this weekend from a guy who is 60. He’s building a duramax and just doesn’t want the 97 s10 bc it’s a five speed and he’s older. But it’s a 4.3 5 speed 4x4 with 160,xxx miles on it. I have an 02 blazer with 200,xxx miles on it. Love the 4.3.

[@francismay5734]

Several years of extreme s10's came with extended cabs, if not all years of the extreme s10

[@Mo_Money73]

Personally I love s10s. I’ve got a 2.2 5 speed single cab 2wd that I bought at 15. Absolutely love this truck and still daily drive it even tho I have a 86’ f-150 and grand Cherokee. I don’t give a damn for horsepower that much. I pull my jon boat and I do a lot of side jobs and it’ll haul supply’s when I need it to. My 2.2 s10 has never let me down. Hell I even wrecked it and they are stupid simple little pickups and easy to find parts for. Got a sound system in it some a/ts, a new upgraded clutch, a/c will run u out of it. Wish they still made them because I’d buy a new one. I’m even getting an s10 for my gf to daily drive. And I plan on buying another 4x4 s10 when my now s10 gives out. If you’re in the market for one and watching this video buy it. Can’t go wrong for the what 2 or 3k they go for nowadays if you find a papaw gettin rid of his. They have some common issues but I’ll tell you rn it’ll fail you less than a big truck that’ll chug gas all day

[@klappahsunion8089]

I have a 2002 Chevy S10 4.3 Extended cab. pretty reliable easy to fix. gotta fix the Chevy lean tho. Left side cleans more than the right. Usually people say alignment but it’s stock height. Usually people lift the left side up so it matches the right also. idk what it takes but you can also drop the right which makes it leveled with the left.

[@terriavery2315]

jeff a. 57 got a 97 s10 4cyl 250k last 100k ran cracked head,just leaked at spark plug/bars leak and rad cap loose,,,finaly it cracked into a oil jacket and coolant in oil,payed 700.00 for it,....she'll still start...strongest 4 banger ive seen and i have a 95 ranger4cyl,had a 83 toyota 22r it was impressive.had the remote side draft carb with glass floatbowl side window...truck would scream,needed another gear,only had 4...86cj7 6cyl was my fave,85 silverado heavy half custom tow pacage 305 was sweet.only have the two mini trucks left,liked to restore to driver,wont let them go.need s10 2.2.ranger 2.3 just needs head gasket and injecters gone thru/been setting-setting kills fords but a chevy will always start

[@schaubgarage1067]

I love my 97 single cab short box s10

[@johnnycummings8228]

Number 3 cylinder spark plug removal, use spark plug socket with regular open end wrench turn at the top of socket

[@1016ajm]

At 24 i got a 2000 side step 4 cylinder half cab...i fucked love it!!!

[@tylerjohnston9189]

I own a 2001 extended cab v6. Use it for pressure washing including pulling a trailer with 5000 lbs worth of water

[@TBGaels32]

They made the Xtreme in the 2 door blazer as well as the pickup

[@jayrob7418]

I have an extended cab extreme. Love my Black Pearl.

[@nooneissafe202]

My first car that I got in highschool at like 18 years old I’m now 20 it’s still my daily and i haven’t had any significant issues because I’ve kept up with the maintenance I did have to replace the transmission though but that was my fault that it went out 2.2l s10 2003

[@siarahmanian4901]

I never understood how hard it is to lock your steering and just remove steering shaft from the rag joint 🤦🏽‍♂️😅 saves so much time doing a tune up on the 4.3L

[@chadneuman1945]

I have silver rebuild S10 truck 2.2 four cylinder it runs pretty good

[@tylerjohnston9189]

Also your complaint about the spark plugs, did mine in 30 minutes, including pulling the steering shaft out. Easiest way to do it

[@Mid-Atlantic_Outdoors]

Dont need a tool to get window crank off. A shop rag works great. Run it behind it and it will grab the clip and pop it off

[@justinmalarsky8802]

You are a saint

[@HardCoreGarage]

Subbed

[@alexanderklepczarek8726]

I have an xtreme with extended cab and I know someone a few blocks away with a mint xtreme with 90k on it. They aren't too hard to find

[@mikefordguy3364]

I have a 2002 S10 LS. It sat for 10 years was my cousins. Had 21000 miles but fuel system was shot. Flat tires and sitting my cousins back yard. Body and interior like new! I had it towed out and the GM dealer rebuilt the entire fuel system. So I have about 7k invested with what I paid for the truck and the repairs. So far so good. I gotta look into that turbo kit someone posted on below.

[@johnny-zh5fj]

I am 6k in and got 3k more to go :(

[@danielhayes955]

I have 1999 LS 5 SPEED .I will never give it up

[@Mr_Brumbaugh]

I'm 21 now even though I don't have a s10 I have a 99 the sister to the 2000 s10 but I still have a 4.3L vortex V6 in my truck with a 5 speed manual 2wd

[@Raymo2u]

Luckily enough I just picked up and saved a 98 Isuzu Hombre S with 90k, no rust, 5spd 2.2l and I love it. I really wish it came with a LS motor but maybe that'll be a future if the vortex 2200 ever dies.

[@ivantorres8554]

I am 38 years old and I bought the third s10 again, this last one 1995 chevy S10 4.3 5 speed 2wd it took me 1 year to rebuild it to 100%, I can buy a new one but I enjoy more driving my 1995 s10😁 greetings✌

[@dylanashley799]

I have the same exact truck, just spent about $700 for a custom driveline for it because apparently the one that came from factory on my truck wasn’t from an s10 and they had to order conversion u joints crazy crazy crazy it has the g80 locker idk if that has anything to do with it but keep your eyes peeled so you don’t have to deal with the same crap

[@josebonilla4897]

I'm 14 with a manual 98 s10 love it

[@martyheathers3549]

Still have my 2000 s10 LS step side ext cab 90,000 kms =‘s 55,000 original miles never seen our Canadian winter underside looks better than upside and it looks great. Great little truck also have my 1997 5.7l ext cab k1500 224,000 kms only seen two winters as a spare, sweet truck both head turners but not show trucks by any means

[@kevinjnaquin11]

Early 94 s10 didn’t have full bench. Mine has split seat like the extreme. But can’t beat it as a cheap beater truck.

[@alonzowolf3127]

just got a 89 s10 single cab with a new engine with less than 5000 miles!

[@unseamingstew0185]

Im actually about to buy a s10. Been looking for a small work truck. Got it for $750. Hopefully its a good buy

[@artybuttonusa9974]

i got the 1995 pre emissions 2.2L s10 the 4 banger your right its easier to fix it as an added plus i got the stick shift 5 speed i dont know if you mentioned it but did you forget they exist there like old clocks you will have 1 good looking 2ed gen that isn't ended up in the trash your words not mine

[@djrokz61196]

2003 extended cab s10 xtreme, checking in! :)

[@INTERNA9]

Thank You

[@cidicstud]

that xtreme is so clean

[@missfixit05]

I love my 95 xcab s10. 4x4 auto. 110k original miles I'm second owner. The 1 bad is the alarm drains the battery if not driven often. I don't drive often. I don't use the alarm anymore . Great video. I had a Tacoma as well and I must say the s10 can withstand more than the tacoma.

[@sotos2428]

I been owned a 95 s10 2.2 since 2002, and is been a great lil truck right now has 244,+++ miles on it but still drive 90 miles every single day no problems at all

[@stk2095]

I have a 1996 chevy s10 and its a eye catcher i also have mine slammed and siting in some us mags bullet wheels with custom soumd system and also more custom parts ome of the best trucks i have

[@evilfingers4302]

01 Sonoma original owner, 4.3 Vortec, 3dr SLS, lowered 3/3 on 18x8 Chrome Ridler 650s/C4 Corvette Front Big Brake Upgrade and with over 200,000 miles

[@alancruz2829]

Any mechanical problems hitting 200?

[@evilfingers4302]

@@alancruz2829 nothing major.

[@shacha3208]

They sell a turbo kit for the 2.2 that gives you 80 to a hundred extra horsepower honest stock 2.2 trick that with a posi rear end and a 5-speed and you have a contender anywhere you go with a short bed single cab go for $1,200 you basically have an awesome fun little monster

[@fundamentallybroken4194]

I use a rag to take off the window roll handles. Check it out. It's a lot easier

[@RonaldDaub]

Well im 68 an going to start driving a 97 LS that has 4,3 TBI extended cab it was given to me

[@nicklikesradio]

Its my eventual dream to stuff either a vortec 4200 i6 in one with 5mt, or hopefully, just your little ol vortec 8100 with 5mt. (Probably from a diesel truck- will an nv5600 fit?)

[@danielreigada1542]

There's a nice '95 S10 for sale by me with the 2.2 liter 4 cylinder, extended cab and a 5 speed. Anyone have an opinion on that combo? I currently have a 92 Ford F150 which I love, except for its crappy gas mileage.

[@boffaknight8486]

I'm sitting in my 2000 S10 Xtreme ext. cab 4.3l Vortec right now lol

[@3elonkiri2]

I love my s10 my dad sunk the zr2 in the river an the motor was under for hour an it still turned on an drove

[@weslee7680]

I’ve got my 2000 zr2 with 210,000. I’ve had it since 2011 and it’s like an old friend to me now 😂

[@devinmorrison2751]

It’s crazy that he says that, but all the s-10 xtremes where im at are mostly extended cabs, it’s rare to find a single can one around here, but he says he has never seen one, hmmmmm

[@rustyshacklefordspocketsqu8162]

i had a 2000 xtreme, 5 spd manual trans, ext cab stepside box

[@leonardshaynedandan6546]

we had 3 s15 light for snow here whistler in 1990s chains