New guy from Oregon

[rbesass]

Hi
I just picked up a 1997 Silverado 1500 4x4 z71. Probably paid too much for a rig that needs transmission, shocks, new steering parts, ac work, headliner, etc. But the body is in fantastic condition. No rust, no dents. Interior looks good except the headliner.

I feel good about the purchase and at the same time am thinking, what did I get myself into? Sometimes I feel like this was a fantastic idea and then a minute later total regret. Oh well, I’m all in now.

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[dave s]

Looks like a nice truck. You'll get all the help you need on this site. Very helpful here.

 

[SUBURBAN5]

Dont feel bad. We've had ours for 23yrs. Yes the first 5 yrs was problem free since new. After that small stuff went out (ac, catalytic con, fuel pump) then after that the big stuff, trans , head gasket , rear end) there's been some frustration days lol. But 472k miles later just learned to get over it and fix it. Sometimes just to get by other times for modifying. Keep your head up. There not so bad lol

 

[kennythewelder]

Welcome to the forum. Your truck has a lot of potential, these are grate trucks.

 

[mtl111]

Congratulations, thats a good looking truck! Love the color too! It may need some work done to it but it sure beats having a "new" truck payment every month!

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[Eveready]

Once you get on top of the problems (many of which are one time) the rule of thumb is two "new truck" payments a year will keep it running essentially forever. It will haul anything a new truck will haul and is a LOT cooler to own.

Welcome to the forum!

 

[HotWheelsBurban]

Welcome to the forum! Stay safe up there in the great state of Oregon! That's a nice looking Z71 you have.

 

[Steve Cunningham]

Nice truck and welcome to the forum.

 

[1997]

Hi
I just picked up a 1997 Silverado 1500 4x4 z71. Probably paid too much for a rig that needs transmission, shocks, new steering parts, ac work, headliner, etc. But the body is in fantastic condition. No rust, no dents. Interior looks good except the headliner.

I feel good about the purchase and at the same time am thinking, what did I get myself into? Sometimes I feel like this was a fantastic idea and then a minute later total regret. Oh well, I’m all in now.



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imo, body and interior in good condition is the most important.
the mechanical stuff, easy to repair/replace at reasonable prices.

 

[Old77]