Faults:

Fuel injection unit replaced around 100,000 miles.

Replaced EGR valve around 115,000 miles. $336 in repairs.

Passenger side window stopped working around 115,000 miles. Makes grinding noises. Still not repaired. New window motor costs around $50-$75.

Replace air conditioning system at 130,000 miles. Compressor and accumultor replacement cost $500.

Water pump went out around 125,000 miles. Cost for repairs $120.

Upper control arm bushings replaced at 120,000 miles. Cost $300.

Fuel pump replaced. Cost $300.

General Comments:

Overall it is an excellent vehicle. Tough and reliable truck. I drive it hard. I change the oil about every 7,500 to 8,000 miles. It doesn't need to be changed any earlier.

Powerful, power enhanced 4.3L V-6 cranking out 200 hp and 260 ft. lbs. of torque, will get you moving quickly for a SUV. Great acceleration and towing. Tow rating is about 5,000 lb. Not bad.

Does great off-road, even for a two wheel drive.

Descent handling and sharp turning radius.

Comfortable seats. Normal wear and tear on leather seats have caused cracks on the surface of the seat.

Highly recommemded if you want a powerful SUV that still gets 18 to 23 miles per gallon. Good value at good price.

Faults:

Fuel pump relay went bad at approx. 125,500.

Had to replace rear brake shoes, cylinders, and hardware at approx. 130,000.

A/C blower fan went bad at approx. 135,000.

General Comments:

I bought this truck at a steal for $1,500 back in October 2002.

Since purchasing this truck it has been nothing short of a joy to drive. The engine and body (White paint job, which in my opinion is the only color that looks good on the 1st Gen. Blazers) are in pristine condition. I've had to do a few cosmetic improvements of my own to get the body there. But these were limited to replacing the driver's side corner marker which was broken, installing a rear air spoiler, and some custom paint modifications to the lugnut covers and front grille. The previous owner lowered it about 3-4 inches and put glass packs on the exhaust. So it looks unique, sounds throaty, and never fails to turn heads when I drive by.

Aside from the gas mileage (Approx 17 mpg) I have had to sink a minimal amount of money into this vehicle since buying it. I do my own repairs and have spent less than $100 total on parts since purchase.

It gets me where I need to go and is extremely functional. On several occassions I've hauled heavy loads and towed rental trailers with little to no protest from the reliable 4.3 V6.

This truck is not without its problems as the Vortec 4.3 V6's are prone to fuel injector problems. But a regular schedule of adding a cleaning detergent additive to the gas will help to kepp this truck running with little to no problems at all.

Faults:

I have read the other reviews and I'm glad that I am not the only one with these problems.

I also had a problem with the EGR valve-twice! I just took it off and cleaned the carbon chunks out of it.

My fuel pump went up around 70,000 miles. That cost me about $700 to fix.

I have had the heater core replaced twice.

The remote oil filter gasket on engine blew out.

The air conditioning had to be charged last year and will need it again this year. It must be leaking somewhere.

I'm starting to have braking problems now. I don't think the braking power is as good as it used to be. I need to get it into shop. I'm curious if anyone else has experienced the same problem?

The bottoms of the doors are starting to rust a little bit.

I replaced the driver's power window motor. The other power windows are very slow.

General Comments:

This truck has great power. I tow a small utility trailer with it and it does a great job. I just wish the rest of truck was as tough as the engine.

The truck is great in four wheel drive.

Truck handles good, easy to handle.