Faults:

Master cylinder had to be replaced around 75,000 miles.

Windshield wipers and cruise control have recently started to act up.

General Comments:

This vehicle has been great so far with only the one major problem with the master cylinder. It hasn't stranded me yet.

This truck has a smooth ride on the highway and good acceleration with the V6 for passing and merging into traffic. Handling is average, its definitely not a sports car.

When I first got the vehicle, gas mileage was around 18-19mpg, but has increased to 21-22mpg after changing my driving habits.

The wipers recently refused to work, I have no idea why. Fortunately it wasn't raining, I was only attempting to clean the windshield. Cruise control didn't work the day after, but the wipers did. I haven't had a problem with either since.

The radio could be better with the AM reception.

Its not extended cab, but I guess that's my fault :)

Faults:

I bought the truck new and have not had any major problems thus far.

I put a new exhaust system on 2 times.

New tires at 74,000 and 130,000 miles.

I replaced the battery 2 times.

Replaced a rear u-joint at 125,000 miles.

Otherwise the body and interior are in very good condition.

General Comments:

The air conditioner has always worked very good and still gets colder than my new truck.

The body has held up well in the past 8 years although the paint is starting to fade on the top of the plastic bumpers.

Overall this truck has held up well in all aspects over the years from the interior to the exterior.

Faults:

Front lowering arms needed to be replaced.

Air conditioner needed to be charged at 50,000 miles.

The muffler needed to be replaced at 65,000 miles.

The clutch needed to be replaced at 68,000 miles.

General Comments:

The truck has a lot of power, and it is fun to drive with the manual transmission.

This is a very difficult vehicle to drive in a winter climate, the powerful two wheel drive slips around on ice, snow and rain.

The paint that is used on the truck doesn't stand up to the weather. I washed and waxed the truck all the time, but it still couldn't help with the fight against rust.

The ride is far from great. You may want to reconsider taking her out for long distances, not to comfortable.

Faults:

The computer needed to be replaced, but that comes with age. The suspension is very loose, but I believe it needs a suspension upgrade.

General Comments:

This car can take almost any V-6 off the line. I am very pleased with the performance and overall look. I would recommend an S-10 to anyone. This car has potential to become a street/strip performer.

Faults:

Wipers quit working at 65,000 miles.

General Comments:

Dealer told me the wiper control module is **NOT** water proof so it shorts out and burns components when it rains. Clever.

The 4.3 V6 performs well and has fairly serious acceleration.

The ABS system is a bit jittery under hard braking.

Faults:

Transmission gears jamming at 130,000 miles.

Water pump at 85000.

Starter at 120,000 miles.

General Comments:

This truck is owned by my sister. She is not good at maintaining anything in good shape.

The oil was changed every 20,000-30,000 miles.

Transmission fluid was never checked or changed until it was damaged.

I thought that the truck held up pretty good considering how it was taken care of. So I purchased an S-10 with a V6 and maintain it like it should be. And I love it.