1983 Chevrolet Truck C-20 350 Ci/5.7 Ltr
Summary:
Amazingly, it's still running?
Faults:
Caught fire once, now on it's third engine and fourth transmission, front suspension rebuilt, windows & doors leak, possible sprung frame. (It leans to one side now) Has had occasional mystery wiring troubles since fire as well.
General Comments:
Truck has been worked hard all it's life, and it shows? Ex-Street Dept truck from a City. Very plain "Work Truck". Has it's "Temper Tantrums" at times, but it does what I want it to do, though. 350 in stock form not suited for this type truck, though. (3/4 ton) 454 is a better choice if towing or hauling a lot. Is adequate with addition of performance parts, though. (Easy to find for a Chevy) Dual Exhausts are well worth money spent, as was the RV Cam and the carburetor & cylinder head work. Just don't expect over 10 mpg out of it, though?
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 24th January, 2003
12th Mar 2009, 10:35
Maybe you should buy a Cummins.