Are Used Chevys Worth Buying? Let’s Find Out

[@scottykilmer]

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[@loppy2609]

How do you feel about a 2008 black mkz. 130,000 miles on it. Used (obviously). Several accidents and the tire pressure sensor is out (also wondering how to fix that) for $3.5k

[@youarerightboss]

As long as they run, then it's worth.

[@youarerightboss]

Nice front plate, "Scotty".

[@jeffreygout]

Front Plate?

[@youarerightboss]

@@jeffreygout , yeah, did you see the personalized "Scotty" plate mounted on the front bumper? I was going to say plate on the front bumper in my prior post. Are you still confused? Sorry.

[@christeonz.burkett8092]

My 05 Z71 Tahoe has 335,000 miles and still runs and drive like a dream . All original motor and trans

[@armandol1826]

Christeon Z. Burkett my 06 Denali truck too

[@stephendoyle1153]

Mines got 207k and runs great.. my boss totaled his 03 Tahoe last year with 275k and still got $4500 from his insurance company. Super versatile vehicle

[@JT_70]

Christeon Z. Burkett I have the same model with over 170k but unfortunately forgot to take it out of 4wd recently and drove 35 miles on the highway. It’s in the shop now and will need a new front diff. Ouch.. Hopefully the T Case wasn’t damaged. I bought it new and have had no problems at all with it. It’s been a great vehicle. I bought a new 2019 Z71 last year which is super nice but not as sturdy built as the 2005

[@charlesgrove9035]

I had to have my transmission replaced at just over 198,000. The 6 speeds (2007-2014) are known to have bad torque converters and bad pumps. When the new one was installed, it came with the upgraded converter and pump. It gave pretty much no warning before it went. Diagnosed that it was slipping in all gears.

[@ssolo6178]

Same here. Had a 02 z71 with 310k before sold. Have a 04 denali with 325k now and 04 escalade with 110.

[@urbanlumberjack]

Those Tahoes/suburbans from the 2000s era are phenomenal. They last forever and you can beat the ever living stuffing out of them. For reliability there’s only a handful of vehicles can beat them.

[@PerrysGaming]

What about the 90s Tahoe

[@updateserver]

What vehicles compete with this beast ?

[@JohnSmith-xx1lx]

@@PerrysGaming not too great.

[@theknow7557]

I have a 2001 with 225k. Suspension and paint needs attention. Other than that it's a pretty solid truck.

[@KieferL337]

Driving a 2002 tahoe 265k miles drives great

[@WikkedR1]

2002 now qualifies for “back in the day”? Jesus, I’m getting old!

[@nelzelpher2088]

2002? Dinosaurs we're not extinct yet.

[@MrMarcust25]

🤣🤣😂😂🤦🏿‍♂️🤦🏿‍♂️🤦🏿‍♂️

[@Warriorbob-im5py]

My childhood is now “back in the day” 😂

[@adrianherrera2030]

You are getting old and your still saying gods name in vain look up living waters on KZbin

[@Riverrat720]

Agreed same here

[@noahmack_12]

149,000 is brand new for that Tahoe

[@tommyacuna6384]

Lol so true

[@MrR2185]

Right? Treat it good and it will do double that mileage.

[@markedwardspezenosky5814]

Just broke in

[@markedwardspezenosky5814]

I 've seen many Tahoe..with 279k..just rolling along

[@missingremote4388]

My 1995 with 454 = 50 thousand miles. It's a suburban

[@telecomgiant]

Bought my 2004 Tahoe off the lot 16 years ago! 235,XXX on the clock! Love her...will drive it till the body falls off the frame!!

[@dennishassler605]

They are amazing cars - I've been driving my "01 Chevy Suburban all over Mexico for many years and it's been amazing. They made them well back then. It might be nice to get better gas mileage, but these are amazing vehicles that hold up very well.

[@codymarschinke9383]

@@dennishassler605 very true, I now have 3. They are tough

[@bretthughes2399]

The body won't fall off! Lol

[@drvictoria07]

Yes sir! Bought my 2004 Chevy Tahoe with 185,000 miles. Will it lasts at least 300,000 even with oil changes and etc???

[@ericg1149]

@@drvictoria07 if you keep up with the maintenance regularly, yes.

[@1derboy352]

Totally ! I have 2003 Suburban Z71. I can’t ever let it go !

[@TijuanaSmoke]

These Tahoe’s are tanks. Have a friend that has one with 350k, grandmother has one 210k, and mine 200k! They do not die.

[@excuseme4744]

TijuanaSmoke 240000 miles 00 suburban still going strong

[@hurricane8634]

Youop never see a 2013 or newer with those kinda miles.

[@hurricane8634]

Sad yall cant afford anything newer.

[@stevenllewellyn8906]

Hurricane 863 I have a 03 Tahoe with 300k on it, had a Silverado with 350k I sold. I also own a 2016 Denali Sierra Duramax, so don’t know wtf you’re talking about being able to afford something new.

[@SM_Marketing181]

People might not believe me but I seen a year 2000 suburban 5.3L with 380,000 miles still running with the original engine

[@bernardd.partridge3152]

Key Phrase..... "It's paid for"!

[@lastkingof9971]

Bernard D. Partridge exactly bruh 💯

[@machintelligence]

And probably has been for a decade.

[@glennso47]

Bernard D. Partridge Has a big beefy rear end. And show a woman with a big rear end.

[@Juicetheeunuch]

“Friends” always try in go to go broke for no reason.

[@ianwright4255]

@@glennso47 The bigger the cushion, the better the push'n or so I'm told. In this case, the better the towing

[@JV-ht2sg]

my 2000 silverado ls 5.3 v8 has 420k on it and still going

[@Nordic_Mechanic]

good maintenance !

[@stuchbrosmnore8627]

@@Nordic_Mechanic Point blank. Most of the general public lack the thing of call"maintenance" or "proper repair"

[@briana8332]

1998 Silverado 5.7 V8, with 317k...still cranks & drives like new...absolutely no engine or transmission issues (knock on wood).

[@Mindyourbeeznus777]

I just got a 02 Yukon with 75k miles, got lucky bought an old lady’s who used it for the grocery store and doctor appointments. New as it was on the lot.

[@theTrend7]

😳Wow. How does it run?

[@tferg6738]

I had an 04 Chevy Tahoe z71. Was the best vehicle I have ever had. Period. Ran it until 246k miles before I sold it to buy a Silverado.

[@richardgonzalez6583]

I absolutely agree I have a 2005 GMC Yukon I absolutely love that truck

[@tferg6738]

Greg B I sold it at 246k miles. It was still running decent for a vehicle with that many miles. Had a clicking on the engine but the transfer case, transmission and everything else was good.

[@bigtextrucker1825]

The V6 & V8 Vortec's are one of the best motors that GM ever made!👍

[@lolbuster01]

Wish I had one. Unfortunately I have an L19.

[@aaronderr5918]

I had the 6.0 in my 02 2500HD 275k miles, thing still ran and shifted like new

[@orlandomuniz876]

Cant say the same for 4l60 trans

[@topcthepainclan2004]

2001 gmc Sierra 266k new rear dif. Still drives like a champ

[@rrnabors1]

The 4.3 vortec had an intake manifold gasket problem. Pretty much every one of them. The gasket goes bad because it is inferior and you start burning antifreeze. Then you replace the gaskets with premium Felpro with metal in them. Gm should have had to recall every one of them.

[@spacecatboy2962]

am i the only one that freaks out a little when you hear someone refer to 2000 2002 2004 or 05 or 07 time period as the old days? Man i cant beleive its been 20 freakin years already

[@danieldrouillard1879]

FACTS I think a 2013 car is pretty new but it's still 8 years old 🤣

[@laurahoule4023]

Ya I can't believe 20years have gone by so fast it is like you tell someone you bought a 2004 tahoe and they look at you like how come you bought so old vehicle, it not till you liok back and say wow that many years but they did make better cars then they do now.

[@spacecatboy2962]

@@laurahoule4023 yeah to me a truck from the 50s or 60s is old, not one from the 90s or 2000s

[@laurahoule4023]

Ya if I bought one from the 60 then i could probably fix it cause it would be as old as me, and things were more easy to fix.

[@spacecatboy2962]

@D K maybe they mean the 1880s

[@trainguy1792]

My friend's mom drove a similar Tahoe to 300k before getting rid of it. They also have a Silverado 1500 HD from 2002 with 400k and running like a champ!

[@tommyacuna6384]

Mines got 250k we haven’t replaced anything

[@dannyo6699]

The 1500 HD was actually a 2500 with a leaf removed from the spring pack in the rear end. It was a bit of a marketing gimmick to try to sell more pickups, but it did work and they were good trucks. They could haul more than the standard 1500 but didn't ride as harsh as the 2500. GM's attempt to try to have the best of both worlds.

[@stevencruz309]

Same here lol

[@503945158]

@@tommyacuna6384 what do you mean anything? Not even shocks and struts?

[@W0RLDSSMALLESTVI0LIN]

My girls parents have a 02 suburban 5.3 with almost 320k on it. Original motor and trans. Lifter finally starting to go. My boss had an 02 suburban 5.3 a few years ago that had 300k and still ran/drive perfect. And i had an 02 silverado 5.3 last year with 280k that ran and drove perfect.

[@4th_Gen_Hawk]

My 05 Yukon has 192,000 miles drives and looks brand new. Very dependable.

[@richardgonzalez6583]

I agree with you I have a 2005 Yukon GMC XLT absolutely love that monster all leather 5.3 V8 6 inch lift 35 in tires on it it's a monster I just got it tinted all the way around that thing looks like a tank and I love that freaking truck

[@genovevogs]

I have a 2004 gmc yukon with a 5.3 L. I love that thing. Yeah it's a gas hog but so what. Change the oil every 3000 miles and still running strong with the original transmission

[@kolbythatguy7317]

Yup have the same year AWD 175,000 not a single problem since new besides a small coolant leak

[@herbienbrian2]

Anything prior to 2006 and the GM bankruptcy is still a good truck. After that it's all total garbage.

[@ianwright4255]

@@herbienbrian2 My 2006 GMC Envoy was built in October 2005, its pushing 175,000 and she' s still going strong

[@damnright1766]

Yup. I had 2 Tahoes and man I loved those SUVs. Very minimal maintenace. I had the 2003 & 2007 models and they both were a gem. Decided to switch up after over 15 years to an escalade and man I regret it. I have never had to see the mechanic this much. I'm going back and I am specifically looking for 2000 model Tahoes. The peace of mind and reliability with those trucks are awesome!!

[@thechosen5805]

What year was the escalade because the use the same platform. i have an 05 escalade with 134k. owned it for 10 years now with no major problems. i wrench on it myself. basic stuff has gone wrong. water pump, alternator, brake lines.

[@davemontano3790]

You must have gotten a 10 or above with that switch to 4 cylinder crap. The 07 must have been an all wheel drive or just a lemon because the motor is beast and as long as you upgrade the torque converter to a billet steel at about 130,000 miles that thing will last at least 300,000 miles on the low end. If you wait, the tranny repair gets more expensive.

[@dankanchovy1963]

A friend bought a 06 yukon for 5k with 80k miles i call that a steal

[@terrywilson8240]

Shhiiddd its not even broken in..good deal

[@darthdarthbinkss]

My mom used to have a '99 Yukon I think it was when I was little. Got rid of it in '06 for a Honda Accord. 10 years later the Accord got totaled because a hail storm destroyed it. Wish she would have kept the Yukon.

[@bodhithespoodergen]

my dad has owned both a suburban and tahoe the suburan was a 08 and the tahoe was a 99 the only reason the suburban went was because the transmision gave out

[@hornetbrown]

Indeed. You stole that, lucky dog!!

[@briana8332]

2005 Yukon Denali 6.0 V8, black w/ two-tone leather, 170k, just bought it for $5k, no interior issues, paint still buffs up nice, no dings or dents, 1 owner, so there’s definitely deals out there if you look 😎

[@Mr.Cornelius1109]

It's crazy you just mentioned this Tahoe Scotty. My 2000 Tahoe was just totaled. I loved that truck.

[@ebels3]

Sorry to hear that. Those things are tanks.

[@bobjackson4287]

Back in December spun out with my 94 K1500 and crashed into a side of a iced over bridge rear bumper first at 30 mph. As i recently bought that truck i was really pissed off, get out and look at it and and it bent the rear chrome bumper about an inch on one side and 0 damage to the rest of the truck. Really impressed me. Got back in drove off no problem.

[@Trident_Euclid]

My father's got hit from behind yesterday. All damage was some dented plastic pumper liner and paint chips on the towing hitch from the other car.

[@Mr.Cornelius1109]

@@Trident_Euclid yeah, they can take a beaten. Some guy turned in front of new and wasn't paying attention. Makes it so bad, he was driving with a seasoned license. SMH. Shouldn't have been on the road from the beginning

[@Mr.Cornelius1109]

@@ebels3 they really are. I was thinking of getting another one

[@SmallGadgetMan]

Me selling a customer a 02 Tahoe. “Look at this door.” *slams it shut* “you hear that? Solid. Buy it now or never hear another door shut solid again.”

[@ishadoll1801]

As hard as I laughed at this I shouldn't have ☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️😆😆😆😆😆

[@Mabeylater293]

😂

[@Ttomisabeast1581967]

149,000 miles? That’s just barely broken in. I’ve seen several with 300,000+ miles and are still going strong.

[@WeBeeJamming]

I have the 4WD version of the truck Scotty is showing. 275,000 and runs perfectly. Everything stills works except the compass on the rear view mirror. I expect MY tahoe to go 400,000 plus. It is mostly due to the durability of the LS engine, 4l60e trans, and the Eaton rearend. My neighbor has a 1997 Z71 that is daily driven with 525,000 miles. And it purrs like a breast-fed kitten.

[@socal_c10]

Mr. Ricky damn my 4L60E was toast at 157,000 miles

[@julianop.4241]

And my dads 2015 malibu has 345k miles so far on the original 2.5L ecotec and trans, engine light is on but that's because of a o2 sensor, he's gonna be at 400k real soon, lots of highway driving lol

[@argonthesad]

It's very low for 18 years.

[@towhee7472]

300,000+ miles? That's just barely broken in. I've seen dragons flying.. oh wait

[@carterwood9568]

I'm sitting in my 2002 tahoe watching this and just giggling like a schoolgirl, love your vids scotty!

[@2cents186]

Carter Wood you weren’t giggling like a school girl, you are a school girl.

[@valeniusthekat]

Giggity 😂😂👍

[@NetWorkProduction2600]

Not a school girl 🤪🤣🤣

[@gen9rolla]

Lol I was washing my 02 Tahoe when Scotty uploaded and saw a red Tahoe in the thumbnail I paused and watched the video hehe.

[@fascinatinglist9654]

Are you looking to get a new car or you just love it so much that you watch videos of people reviewing it ?

[@colbyjohnson6616]

05 escalade with 150k miles and it still drives like a dream. I absolutely love it!

[@meccadagreatest7508]

Love my 2004 Chevy Tahoe!!! Has about 300,000 miles and still rides like a dream!!!! Engine still quiet and smooth!!! Great well built vehicle!!

[@Ki77a_WhSpRz]

You still have the Tahoe?

[@royperez9414]

Those LS engines though

[@meccadagreatest7508]

@@Ki77a_WhSpRz Yes!!

[@victorestrada9060]

I have 300,000+ Have you gotten any more?

[@KeeMaster]

I got 265,000 on my 01, runs great

[@boshenjia7217]

Owner of 2002 Tahoe LT 4wd. Same color as Scotty’s. 413k km on it. Stock engine stock transmission. Smooth like a butter.

[@patfraser3869]

K? Que?

[@triparadox.c]

For Americans out there, 413K is about 255K mi.

[@BrandonnBike]

Mine has 266000. All stock still quiet.

[@joshuabower1326]

Just hit 250k+ in my 99.5 about 2 weeks ago. Orig engine and trans, works great

[@Helmuesi911]

Triparadox Clifford You’re a G for that... I was just about to run that figure into a converter

[@straifus3742]

Serious miles at 140k miles, Scotty? I'm at almost 290k miles. [insert Scotty laugh here]

[@streetstallion]

Fr I was gonna say “serious mileage”? That one Scotty is reviewing is low mileage in my opinion lol. Our 2010 has 248k and still going strong

[@abdullahmuhi1336]

290k? B4 my dad sold his 02 suburban it had 325k and that was 3 years ago and I still see it driven around today

[@tokes9098]

My dad has a Tahoe 07 with 65,000 miles. Im going to buy it off him and help him pay for a new truck.

[@johnathanb7003]

290k miles is nice but I have a 2004 5.3L Yukon that lasted to 500k miles before the oil pump stoped and messed up the bearings on the connecting rod.

[@Kdog307]

im at 302,657. and no check engine light and can prove it on my channel. and just did trans filter, marker on old trans filter said 74,894 last time it was changed doesnt mean they didnt drop the drain plug then fill here n there lol then killed one in an s10 at 200,000.

[@cantfindneutral]

I still see a lot of the old Chevy Suburbans on the road today. A well made vehicle for sure.

[@bobjackson4287]

I got a 82 K20 that has 715k on it, I am never getting rid of that truck. Damn thing never ever stops. Frame, 454 and the Turbo 400 it has will outlast probably 3-4 more cabs that rust away lol.

[@Marlon_J]

And they are usually in decent condition too.

[@saabrailfan310]

I learned drive one on 1998 Suburban this monday. Great car! Grettings from the Croatia

[@dalegribble3684]

I’ve always liked that generation of Tahoe right there. I think they had a cheap interior but a friend had one with 300k on it before it died. Don’t buy new Chevy crap

[@benmapp6020]

Yeah my 2004 has 250k now and still runs

[@irishuwould5185]

My favorite gen Tahoe/suburban. Truly are bulletproof

[@gen9rolla]

I also have an 02 Chevy Tahoe with the 5.3 V8, amazing reliable SUV never let's me down. Mine's about to reach 200k miles but still drive's very smooth. Always loved the look of these Tahoes.

[@2adave]

I’ll agree with the interior especially with raising 3 kids. But runs great.

[@jimmysapien9961]

єl ςαριταи яογαl AWSOME

[@spentshells1924]

My friends Tahoe had over 400k miles strong as an ox!

[@michaelcarlson9697]

Mine has 465,000 and still going! 2002 Tahoe

[@Spartansrule118]

@@michaelcarlson9697are they reliable? what usually goes wrong on these trucks?

[@patricklongshanks378]

The Vortec! My dad has a 2001 Silverado truck that’s his beat up truck, with around 320k miles.

[@eaubfelangy8132]

Nothing like a good old Vortec!

[@danb2]

I have a 03 1500HD 6.0 vortec, 275k runs awesome. Nothing runs like a vortec

[@treymcleod9377]

I have a 2001 suburban with 252k miles still runs great

[@DG-sf9ei]

Just broke in, while the competition's been in scrapyards years ago

[@romansroad2007]

I have a 2001 Ford Expedition 4wd AWD my beat up truck and running great Need new tires for it soon

[@pspgamerserjio]

my friend has a 2005 tahoe and it has alot of miles and the interior still in pretty great condition

[@harpomarx7777]

"alot" isn't a real word

[@pspgamerserjio]

@@harpomarx7777 who cares kid

[@TheGuardian_TM]

I just sold my 2002 w/175k miles. I drove it for 15 years, and it was very reliable.

[@conner5611]

Just like about every other car that was taking care of.

[@alfonsom8286]

Bought a 2001 tahoe LT 2wd with 294000 three months ago. Its exactly as scotty advertised, rock solid and plenty of power.

[@mrgmc6314]

Best purchase I ever made on a vehicle.. I love my 2002 chevy Tahoe... 223k on here and she is still great many many many years later !!!

[@appalachianrider6137]

My 2004 silverado has about 310000 thousand miles and still going strong

[@Fb6.Nan0]

Bubbles for lunch hope she goes for 500k!

[@ej1025]

Makes me hopeful for my 2004 Sierra at 166000 miles...

[@danb2]

Bubbles for lunch my 03 Silverado has 275k miles. Only thing changed is head gaskets. Runs awesome.

[@Fb6.Nan0]

Dan Boisvert” only “😂

[@cameronsnowdencs]

My 04 Silverado has 270k with original motor & trans. Unfortunately the rear frame rusted out.

[@AliveTube10]

2008 Tahoe with 300k miles and still runs like it’s new 💪

[@midnightmystery544]

These things are still everywhere!!! That one Scotty is showing is in awesome condition!

[@bigamemphis10]

2005 still pushing 250k and plan on buying me another one when this one stops, love not having a car note

[@TheJiggs666]

Sold my 03 Suburban, three years later, I still regret it.

[@jrivera1562]

Right bro no car note

[@omarzowila]

BIG A MEMPHIS 10 my dad originally planned to sell his 2004 Chevrolet Suburban LT with 350,000+ miles after he bought a 2018 Chevrolet Suburban LT with 50,000 miles on it in 2019 but I told him that if he tried to sell it, nobody would want to buy it because it is f*cked up on the outside since he abused the hell out of it over the years since new because it was his work vehicle for both of his gas stations that he owns to this day

[@justinbeynon7980]

I just bought a 2001 4x4 Tahoe today for $2,000 in Portland, OR. 260,000 miles and that thing just purred during the test drive, suspension tight, shifted smooth, good acceleration going uphill and the original paint was pristine. All California/Oregon miles from original owner. No rust on the frame or exterior. Coming from the midwest, I was shocked. I'm super happy I found this gem. I'm gonna convert it into a camper/ski truck.

[@Spartansrule118]

still have it? how’s it been?

[@justinbeynon7980]

It’s been great for me! No mechanical issues whatsoever. I love it for what it is. I put about 5,000 miles a year into it (Im up to 280,000). Engine purs and tranny is super smooth. I took it all the way to Salt Lake City and back last winter no problems.

[@Spartansrule118]

@@justinbeynon7980 Thanks! Enjoy it and best of luck

[@zudemaster]

01:50 "This one is 18 years old, they built them alot better in the day" Hop in a time machine and go back 18 years ago and all the Scotty Kilmers in the world would be blasting this same vehicle saying that the ones built 18 years prior were much better.

[@DreadDoll]

zudemaster 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@richardmanning2613]

It would be true...

[@sterlingwitherspoon5709]

zudemaster 😭😭

[@italocarvalho1030]

🤣🤣🤣

[@ktpinnacle]

True! Before my 2001 Yukon I drove a 1989 K-Blazer. Steel Blue and white - a beauty. Put 275K miles on it before I needed more room for the family. I'd drive one today if I could put modern guts in it.

[@downloadmss]

In 2007 Chevy started using active fuel management. It shuts down 4 cylinders when it can to lower fuel consumption. It also rips the lifters apart. Thanks Chevy.

[@edgarh252]

I’ve heard people disable it but they end up with problems that they never had.

[@WildOutWest1911]

That’s an option my 2012 suburban is all time V8

[@atx-cvpi_99]

Edgar H252 The computer needs to be reprogrammed to work properly.

[@herbienbrian2]

@harry b Moronic people like you are the reason my job sucks changing plastic timing chain guides for your damn OHC motors. My pushrod LS gets unbelievably better milage then my damn OHC Ford's and it feels way better on the low end. OHC, more then two valves per cylinder is total bullcrap, that you absolutely do not need in a V8.

[@trailspeed7037]

Obd1andDown if you want more power per cubic inch then yes it is needed, look at the 5.3 vortec for example, it’s making power that the 5.0 coyote was making back in 2011

[@MikeyBadabingBadaboom]

2004 Chevrolet Tahoe, original owner. I bought it brand new with 7 miles on it. It's got 226k miles and still purring along. Room and comfort. The seats are like couches. So comfy. I love it. It's home to me.

[@FinsleysCustomCarAudio]

I got a 2001 and it’s runs mint. Best, most reliable vehicle I’ve ever owned.

[@joshuabower1326]

Hell yeah, 250k+ on my 99.5 with the original engine and transmission runs like a champ

[@outdoorsman1115]

I've only owned older chevys and I get my money's worth out of them and ran the the hell out of them. I'll never own anything new

[@JO3haNsum]

How New is New 2015+ ?

[@nate649]

@@JO3haNsum 2008 and up.

[@JCNARB]

I have had 3 of these Tahoe’s between 02-06. Just maintain them and they will last forever! One of the best vehicles I ever owned. Mine has 253k miles and runs strong as an ox

[@MX-CO]

Any difference between 03 and O4?

[@ProlificInvention]

I have a 2002 Tahoe, identical...need to do the water pump soon-never had problems until the small coolant leak on the pump...239,000 miles. Pulls my 1957 Ideal camper like it's not even there, runs like a top.

[@StraightRazWhor]

Hilarious. I have 2002 yukon that just developed a slight dril from the water pump. 140k

[@markdixon392]

While you are doing that, consider changing the knock sensors and adding the suggested RTV. also, there is a sensor that tends to leak at the back of the engine that is easy to get to when the intake is off. Worth the time to change out, and easy to do by yourself.

[@StraightRazWhor]

@@markdixon392 were talking about water pump on the 5.3.....no need to pull the intake to replace.

[@ProlificInvention]

@@markdixon392 Most certainly, thank you for that info Mark!

[@markdixon392]

True you don't need to pull the intake to change the water pump. Just a suggestion if you are going to spend time in there... it's likely you'll have to change the knock sensors eventually.

[@lisajaney1664]

Love my 02 Chevy Tahoe 💕💕 138k miles and I can't get over how good she run, no issues at all with simple upkeep! Rather pay for gas than expensive repairs 🙌🏽

[@makeaway4554]

Is your rear end beefy also?

[@makeaway4554]

Do you have a big beefy rear end also?

[@Novvvv1]

220k on my 05' tahoe ltz... most reliable vehicle I've owned

[@thomascunniff6739]

Just bought me a 1995 suburban and I love it. Runs and drives like a dream.

[@colinfruend5537]

95 here also, 252k on the ticker and it's running like a beast still. Shes starting to show some rust but at her age, in the midwest it's hard to find something without a bunch of rust. Trucks that arent even 5 years old have more rust than my 25 year old one, and I laugh at them for it. Our metal dinosaurs will keep rolling down the road while the plastic ones rattle to pieces in half the time it took ours to rust.

[@jaymoar3561]

Colin Fruend are you from Ohio?

[@dannymoreno15]

Scotty isnt a gm fan but you can tell he really liked this tahoe ☺️

[@thump2727]

They are the best and that's facts, I'm in my second one I love em

[@thsarethbreaks]

@Carlos Rodriguez My dad has a 2013 silverado crewcab that he tows his 26' travel trailer with.He's towed that trailer 4k+ miles roundtrip across the country from Georgia to California and back.That truck will pull that trailer easily without any problems,even going up huge montains in 110-115 degree out west.

[@sherrylynn5780]

I love my 2004 it's got 160,000ish miles and is strong powerful and safe, if anyone hits me, they're newer car will suffer more than likely. Love the older Chevy's and GMC's. I love your info scotty! Iv used a few of them and fixed my car issues all my myself! And I'm just a single mom 3 kids on a budget so thank you so much appreciate it

[@josephdunkle1152]

Thank you Scotty bought my wife a 2005 Tahoe for cheap, with 130,000 miles, comfortable and still runs like new, changed all the fluids, put new tires on it, it's been ultra reliable and way better than spending 60 grand on a new one.

[@dannymoreno15]

Joseph Dunkle how much was it?

[@edgarh252]

Should’ve got 2007+ they look nicer

[@tt7hvn]

@@edgarh252 the interiors are junk...just bland. Also, you don't want to buy a Chevy between 07-12, bailout years.

[@edgarh252]

WileyDean no problems absolutely with the interior just depends how you take care of it...

[@tt7hvn]

@@edgarh252 aesthetically, the 07-13 interiors I find to be hideous. But that's subjective. The generation that this video covers is more appealing to me.

[@1RoadGarage]

That’s what I’m talking about!! GMT800 FTW!!

[@GM.572]

Hell yeah brotha

[@bandjolyn]

Haha, two of my favorite KZbinrs. I beg to differ about the offroading though!

[@justinsmith2282]

@@bandjolyn I have a 2005 Tahoe and all I did was put all terrain tires on it and have taken off-road many times and never had an issue

[@ELKOBRA03]

Mine has 248k and runs like new -I’ve had a Sierra hd with 340k and no issues

[@Turshin]

@@ELKOBRA03 my 2002 suburban z71 has 315k

[@DDM4V7]

Sold my dads old 04 Tahoe before going to college that he bought right when I was born. 362k miles and never had a major problem. Now here I am in college looking to buy an 04 or alrighty newer Tahoe.

[@DesMck36]

I see a lot of those up here in NY still on the road, definitely built like tanks.

[@marcelroberts8599]

Where you from in N.Y.?

[@torpmorp1324]

Oti Jeremiah I wish I here in Finland could drive those but the gas prices and taxes (pollution) are way too high.

[@dougkoudelka3089]

They are long lived but in the snow belt you will probably be changing out the brake lines as they tend to rust where they cross over the frame. Generally it occurs just forward of the ABS module. I've replaced a lot of them.

[@MasterJim2020]

DesMck36 I see a lot of these in Wichita, KS. If I was to get 1 of these older models, I’d probably get the GMC Version even though they look the same and are the same vehicle.

[@ifried91]

More reliable then the Ford Explorer also

[@crlaw75]

Once the gas prices went up back then, a lot of owners dumped them.

[@plumcake9000]

crlaw75 big mistake in life.

[@ryderdriver954]

cash for clunkers took out many of these vehicles

[@gnarlytothemax]

@@ryderdriver954 they intentionally killed the motors by pouring sand into the oil. what a waste...

I got mine cheap when the gas prices went up. Think I paid $5,500 today I can sell it for 4,500 and I had it 7 years.

[@JoshForet]

Hey fellas, just a tip. If you have the loud ticking almost knocking 5.3L and everyone is quoting you for a new engine or a lifter job, see if you can have someone drop the pan and check out the o ring gasket on the pick up tube. Mine was completely chewed up causing poor oil pressure. $300 for the job and no tick/knock since.

[@nicholasbackwell1869]

The pinnacle of adulthood. "That is one solid door"

[@Laffy1345]

Dad would say that😂😂

[@sogekingfromsniperisland7033]

Nicholas Backwell i used to say that and reason why i like chevys since i was in my 20s

[@Erix7810]

LOL truth

[@Bigshiesty1]

About time you made a video on these bad boys. GM made an excellent truck of this design back in the day, I’m planning on getting one. The design is old but good for today’s standards.

[@oakisoakahaha4741]

It still seems new to me to be honest lol I always said I’ll buy one when it’s 20 years old when I can afford it and bought 2004 and it’s great 230k

[@warrenosborne1748]

Every used Tahoe Silverado I ever bought whether it be 150K miles or more I bought used, I still got 7 to 10 years out of them

[@headon434]

Those 5.3s and the 6.0 are some of the best engines in the world

[@gen9rolla]

Agreed man, my 02 Tahoe 5.3 is still truckin down the road👍

[@RaoulThomas007]

Hancho familia Did that Tahoe have the 5.7 or the 5.3?

[@ebels3]

5.3. The 5.7 was the last Gen in America, I believe. I think in Mexico they kept it for this gen.

[@danb2]

100% agree. Bulletproof

[@gen9rolla]

@@ebels3 Is that so? I never knew that lol. If so I wonder how the 5.7 in the 2002 to 2006 Tahoes are.

[@tylerworkman2142]

Coming from a guy who owns a beautiful 2006 Chevy with a pushrod V8 and a 4 speed (4L80E) transmission.... it's nice to hear good ol' Scotty give these Chevys some love! 😎👍

[@oakisoakahaha4741]

When he said that does that mean they don’t have push rods now ??? I feel old asf

[@danielpazzuto6828]

I have a 2001 tahoe with 260,000 miles I'm not the original owner, I think I'm the 3rd owner but this truck still runs like a charm, I've had it for 3 years. I've only had to do the normal stuff that typically breaks like the starter and just last week the alternator and brake work last year ....I love this truck and will never get rid of it!!

[@jayoh2k]

Driving one right now. 2002. 228k miles. Rides like a charm. Can't complain.

[@romans623_6]

Love old Chevys! First truck I had was an 02 Silverado. Just sold it with almost 200k on it and still ran like a champ. Now I got a 95. Love these trucks. Built to last!

[@codyi]

Nice, me too. 95 k1500 pickup 5.7

[@andrewbelmudez6985]

Romans 6:23 _ my dad still drives his 1996 Chevy ck 1500 Cheyenne 5.0 Vortec V8 with 360,000 miles (original engine and 2nd transmission). All I could say, what a bulletproof truck we’ve had in the family. My uncle has an 08 Silverado 5.3 (108,000 miles) and it’s still holding up. Truth be told right after the Economic Recession and Government bailing out GM (2009-now) they’ve made nothing but unreliable and cheap trucks/SUVs

[@firstlast7613]

The 5.3 and 5.7 are bulletproof engines. Wish they still made them

[@andrewbelmudez6985]

First Last 5.0 Vortec is underrated too back in the 90s

[@toddbob55]

GM BUILDS SHITTY VEHICLES.....THE LAST DECENT ONES WERE IN THE 60'S

[@marvinracer88]

2001 105k miles in Mexico. Just took it on a good trip, rock solid. Newer suburbans and tahoes look powerful and luxury but I wouldn't trade reliability for that.

[@2adave]

I have the same Tahoe. Absolutely love it aside from the gas guzzling. 122k and still running strong.

[@georgehutcheson9679]

18 yr old Tohoe will be running when the 2018 Chevys are setting in the repair shop. Or worst yet the scrap yard.

[@Dannyboy-nj4wh]

2018 chevy tahoe have the same drive train 5.3 engine

[@Elver_Gon69]

@@Dannyboy-nj4wh but it’s not the same generation engine it’s totally different besides the size

[@413-n9k]

@@Dannyboy-nj4wh they are not the same 5.3 at all

[@413-n9k]

That’s like a 5.4 2v vrs 3v. 2v were good 3v not so much. Same things with the new 5.3s. They are Pos engines. I’ve seen multi get rebuilt at 50k miles. An older 5.3 2003ish. Will run till u park it

[@fredonthecuttzent.8405]

Real spill scotty!!! I just bought a 04 5.3 with a solid 160k. Runs like a champ!! You made me realize I made a hell of a purchase. Thank you!!! Your the man scotty.

[@walterkersting1362]

My 04 Silverado got me through the recession without any major repairs. The paint didn’t fall off of it. I don’t expect a lot, so it’s easy to love it…

[@zen4realfightman426]

my Tahoes 25 years old still does its job runs and drives and that's all it needs to do and it's got four wheel drive and 157000 miles

[@porschematt991]

Nice

[@porschematt991]

My dad got a Honda Pilot in 2010. Everything but the engine was total crap. Paint is faded and everything. So seeing these cars 20-25 years old with perfect paint just hurts! He should of got one of those instead.

[@missingremote4388]

Good year. I have a 1995 Suburban 4x4 454 c.i. (I don't daily drive it)

[@zen4realfightman426]

@@porschematt991 mine doesn't have perfect paint it's just missing some paint it's not faded it just to scratched up in some places cuz we need to take it to the car wash it still shines

[@zen4realfightman426]

@@missingremote4388 its my daily driving gas-guzzling green Beast

[@hellofromgatsville8]

Have a 2002 tahoe. Runs amazing, smooth drive. Has almost 240k miles. Would recommend

[@johnmorin7244]

I’ve had 4 Tahoe’s 95-99 all older body style and my friend has had 3 or 4 00-04 suburbans worth their weight in gold! Love these trucks!!

[@Jesseg-rj6xf]

2021 Tahoe is estimated around 50k plus...I’ll stuck to the old paid off Tahoe

[@hurricane8634]

I feel sorry you cant affors anythinf better.

[@x0xCRUSHERx0x]

Vehicles are not an investment. Older ones have deprecated to thier true value and the other commenter in this thread is just a condescending tool who likes to overpay for his things. Good for you saving your money!!

[@kylecalobtraceharper]

@@hurricane8634 why go into debt when theres no reason too? Just too look rich? People are too materialistic these days.

[@hurricane8634]

@@kylecalobtraceharper says someone that drive a old pos and cant afford anything else.

[@zachpierce641]

You don't know peoples finances I do pretty well for myself and drive a $4k Civic I paid cash for. I'll take that any day over someone paying payments on a $50k vehicle that won't be worth half that when they pay it off. Just because you can manage to make a $400 payment like a sucker doesn't mean you're better off. I'll drive my car for 5 years and might lose $2k. I'll take that any day

[@jonathancox5495]

Hey Scotty! Thanks for making this video, I had a 2001 Tahoe LT with 280,000kms when I bought it. The model I had still rn great with no transmission or engine problems, and had auto 4wd and full 4x4 system. I gotta say that with the Tahoe's good suspension and power it is a great off-road vehicle. The Tahoe is also a decent towing vehicle. I would buy one again for sure.

[@ernieswitzer217]

I have a 2500hd I recently acquired, it's the LT model too and it really is nice ride.

[@stephendoyle1153]

I’ve had nothing but good things to say about my 03 Tahoe. It has been awesome!

[@GreyGhost-r4z]

There go the prices of Tahoe’s 😆😆 It’s the Scotty “effect”

[@daytonpyro]

just like the best washer fluid, scotty likes.... auto zone, advance, OReillys wants about 5 bucks a gallon. Walmart 3 bucks...

[@joey0077d]

I hope there price goes way up. I got a 03 Tahoe 😁

[@austingriff833]

I’ve owned 2. Both had tranny issues. 1st slipped going into gear. 2nd went the day after I bought. 1st at 255000 2nd at 240000

[@atmosrepair]

The old body C/K models are in high demand already too!

[@atmosrepair]

@@austingriff833 I have a transmission rebuild specialist that suggest you wait three seconds after stopping before shifting into reverse. He says a lot of people throw it into reverse too quickly leading to wear and damage.

[@jeffreykuhns6581]

Scotty. I bought an 01 Tahoe that was a paramedic transport vehicle. 160,000 miles for a song. Very well maintained. Pretty cool ride.

[@jsellis4632]

"When I was a kid, windows always fogged up up north." I had a similar problem with fogged up windows as a kid but not up north. Usually it happened near Lover's Lane.

[@southernclassik]

Details?

[@ferdelance6801]

Lol!😂

[@ferdelance6801]

Your name rocks!

[@Laffy1345]

By yourself. ..😢

[@oceanwaves83]

More like stoner's lane.

[@helok9]

I had a 2002 Tahoe. Best vehicle I’ve ever owned. Had over 240k miles on it.

[@davidwaynedw]

Love this video. My 2001 tahoe has 320,000 miles and still runs like new. I'm not easy on it either.

[@greatstate58]

“That is one solid door” lol it’s the little things. 😂

[@glennso47]

john doe You don’t drive it you aim it.

[@stevenherrera2635]

I was 18 when I bought my 04 suburban 1500 4x4 and till this very day every time i close the door I think to myself this 😂😂😂

[@theredneckgamer8692]

Who has the highest mileage 5.3 in here, I’ve got a 2002 yukon my dad bought bran new in 02 I took my driving test in it. I have it now and drive it on a daily basis. It’s got 320k miles on it now. No check engine light, tows my 21’ wake boat and it still has the original motor and trans and my seat heaters still work 👍🏻😎

[@openyoureyes3113]

You got me beat by 20,000 miles! 🤓

[@socal_c10]

161,000 on my 5.3 138,000 on my 6.0

[@e117f]

275,000 still strong everything works no lights

[@rcool1000]

My uncle's 01 Silverado rcsb 5.3 has 412k miles original motor and trans.

[@Blazethebest3]

My dad had his till 400 000 km then got a new Silverado

[@indigenousbeauty83]

I got lucky with 2005 Chevy Tahoe 5.3 rear wheel drive has around 240000 miles still drives like a dream love it easy to work on myself.

[@Jason-sq3ti]

I just bought a Suburban of this body style

[@danb2]

Good buy, that generation is bulletproof, same with the Silverado and Sierra of those years. Very well built

[@firstlast7613]

Escalades, Avalanches, SaVAna/express Vans are also bullet proof. All I see on the road is GM, Honda and Toyota

[@josephbell2160]

@@firstlast7613 Yep and they built them with pride back then. Still got my 99' Accord V6 running strong. Nowadays they build them like they're coming out of vending machines. Oh wait they really do(CARVANA) 😆

[@TheTankGeo]

Awesome. Love mine. Watch the fuel pump though, they dont like to be run under a quarter. Other than that an amazing vehicle.

[@stanleyjenkins9543]

I bought a suburban a few days ago its 20 years ago and its beautiful.

[@hurricane8634]

Just wait

[@bradzimmerman3171]

Stan you can call it "RUSTY"

[@jeremiahdenard7402]

I bought a 2001 Suburban about 2 years ago at 240,000 miles. It is now at over 300,000 miles and running strong.

[@suburbanfreak87]

Finally, something Scotty got right lol

[@jonnygarcia5]

I have a 2005 Tahoe with only 130k miles and I love it. Still going strong

[@shecaptain3444]

I have a 2000. I paid 2800. Couldn't be happier with it. 177,000mi. Runs and drives like a dream. So far only one repair for 300. Didn't mind paying that at all. Great truck.

[@Uhreallymydude]

Thank you Scotty, perfect timing dude. I've been looking into buying a used Chevy.

[@nickajk1]

I think Scott he's getting old and has dementia he's loving on a Chevy this is the best video I've ever seen

[@bradzimmerman3171]

andy your dementia

[@SamiUddin13]

He only likes old chevys because they were built better before. Now they're straight garbage.

[@nickajk1]

@@SamiUddin13 and what do you know what do you drive there Sammy

[@SamiUddin13]

@@nickajk1 08 honda crv I share with my dad. My dad didn't like american cars because they always broke down on him, while honda and Toyota lasted longer foe him. I got my love of japenese cars through him.

[@nickajk1]

@@SamiUddin13 to each his own I've had many Chevy products currently driving a 2000 cavalier with 240,000 miles it's all how you take care of your vehicle it's called maintenance and a lot of people have no clue how to do it or where to get it done correctly

[@grubby2day]

I love these Tahoes. I have a 2004 with 240k...still runs great...everything works.

[@samclonce]

Scotty is my favorate. "You turn it off nose goes away"🤣

[@RaoulThomas007]

Sam Clonce Of course that Tahoe had a nice leaf and needles collection, on the cowling, so some of that “crap”has made it to the blower motor area!

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

Pinocchio? 😁

[@MrWoodyBalto]

It's amazing how well an old Chevy will hold up if you just take care of it instead of just running it into the ground. Same is true for a lot of other cars as well.

[@CharleneHonea-ks1rw]

I have 2003 Tahoe with 466169, no major issues, no leaks.

[@Jaymac720]

I’ve always like the style of that generation of Tahoe/Suburban/Yukon

[@billy33365]

My 03 Tahoe had 171k miles on it and they still stoled it and stripped it down to the frame. Those SUVs are still very valuable and the most reliable SUVs on the road.

[@johnpiscitelli4705]

2002 Tahoe 5.3 230,000 miles on it. Runs great, tow with it It’s a tank and super reliable. Best daily driver I’ve ever had

[@SamFBM]

5.3's are bullet proof

[@davidpick1076]

Non-AFM Gen III 5.3's are bullet proof. From previous experience with Gen IV AFM 5.3 with a blown head gasket at 125000 miles, definitely not. AFM truly did ruin GM legendary engine long term reliability.

[@davidpick1076]

@Greg B Oh long story short. I did not take Scotty's advice and paid a garage to replace the head gaskets and remove the AFM lifters with standard lifters. They charged me for a dongle disabler. 3 months later, I complained of engine noise, after they reprogrammed the computer to disable AFM, suddenly I had no oil pressure. They concluded my engine was shot and wanted me to buy a new engine. I declined. 3 months after that, I consulted an GM engine specialist who guessed my problem. Bad valley cover. Another $500 to replace the gen 4 valley cover with a Gen 3 valley cover, I've had consisitantly good to high oil pressure ever since. Engine noise I originally complained about were bad engine mounts I replaced myself. 142000 miles and counting now. But $7500 over the last 14 months in repairs definitely qualifies my 07 GMC Sierra as a money pit. But not necessarily a never ending money pit.

[@reempire888]

@@davidpick1076 What is NON-AFM?

[@davidpick1076]

@@reempire888 Standard lifters without Active Fuel Management capabilities. There are videos that show how Active Fuel Management works. It isn't just simply shutting fuel off to 4 cylinders when it turns on.

[@reempire888]

@@davidpick1076 Oh yes, to save fuel when driving say on Hwy. What year model without AFM ?

[@ScammingSeason]

Had a 2001 Tahoe, the best SUV I ever had! Ran it into the dirt!

[@jeromeburrasca6710]

Mid year 2011 through 2014 1500 4x4 Flex Fuel Suburbans are absolutely bulletproof! I’ve had zero problems from new.