This video will show you 1 person who has driven a combined 500,000+ miles on two Chevy Suburbans. The first one is a 2001 with 344k miles, and the second has 172k. This is a true testament to the longevity of a Suburban.
I'm literally sitting in my family's 2002 suburban right now while typing this. Got 362k miles right now and is still running pretty well. I've never noticed anything off while driving it and it's one of my favorite cars to drive
@@Josh-xj3fm lol well about that...the engine started not doing so well at 376k, and it started not getting good oil pressure and started burning a lot of oil, not to mention it had oil leaks EVERYWHERE, so I'm actually replacing the engine. New one has 120k, got it from Marketplace, was a project engine that didn't pan out. Kinda mad I couldn't hit 400k lol. In terms of how often and what was done, I can't say for most of its life honestly because I was 6 when we got that Suburban and I'm 23 now, sooo...but I do know my dad sometimes let the oil go for a while (like 10k) and occasionally put heavier oil in because he thought it would help it last longer (Idk what he used, like 10W-30/50 or something like that). Not sure if that really did anything good or bad, but something to note. Normally I think it was about every 5k. When I started getting into cars a few years ago I religiously changed the oil about every 4k. Honestly that was pretty much it. In terms of what oil, again I can't say for most of its life, but it was all done at a mechanic so I'm assuming it was good. When I started doing them I used only Mobil-1 5W-30, exactly what it calls for. Obviously my dad and I love the truck or we wouldn't be replacing the engine, highly recommended if you're in the market. Maybe this new one will hit 400k!
Those are baby miles😂😂 trust me yall got plenty miles to go as long as you keep up with them. I got a 13 Yukon XL Denali with 235k+ miles and runs like a champ
In Jan 2015 I bought my 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 6.0 Vortec with over 363k miles for $2,600. It needed a lot of little things & only a few major, most of which I fixed myself. 4 years later I now have over 425k miles. Been a great truck and sure beat having car payments again.
Jeff Anderson I sadly live in California, and I am moving out of the state either this year or next year. I just can’t stand it anymore. I’d rather drive a rust bucket in Minnesota than a beautiful machine in California.
MrKEMills at least you admit it I was expecting you to tell me how wrong I am and how Cali is the best place in the world to live 😂 I am jealous of the rust free trucks but cali won’t even let you have aftermarket exhaust I hear I couldent live with that ALONE!
Jeff Anderson The Southern states and the Northwest states don’t have rusty trucks, so you can get away with not living in California and still be able to live rust free for a cheaper price. Also, I can’t wait to get that new exhaust when I move out.
I am the original owner of a 2001 Chevy Tahoe 4WD (5.3L), with 394,000 miles on it. This vehicle is fantastic!! Original engine and transmission. The vehicle was originally used for hauling horses (250K) and has been to every corner of the the United States. It has now been relegated to around town driving. Comfortable and quiet ride. They don't get any better that this!!
I want a tahoe so badly...I really want the 3rd gen in the lt or Ltz package but I saw that they had a problem with low oil pressure or too much oil consumption please any advice would help on what year to shoot for
@@shaunehemphill3259 low oil pressure is usually 'o' ring on oil pick up tube oil consumption is usually dirty drivers side valve cover LT has leather not so good in cold weather i like my LS cloth interior
@@shaunnesbit1734 I just really wanted a Tahoe 3rd gen but I never bought one they are expensive used or new and didn’t won’t to chance it so I gave of my dreams of ever having one 😞
Owned a 2001 2500 suburban. Bought it the day after 9/11. I had over 305,000 miles on it and traded it in. Truly one of the best trucks. Had the 6.0 V8 engine all original. To this day I still miss it.
Update: Just went to Los Angeles and back for Spring Break last week. 2600+ mile trip. Now has 186000+. Just change the oil as scheduled and good to go. I love my Yukon
My tahoe is almost paid for and I was looking at trading for a jeep since a few of the kids are getting older and I changed my mind. I did have a computer inside the tranny go out at 78k which cost me 1200 dollars, but I decided to keep it, they're just useful to have.
I had an 2001 Suburban I sold about 5 years ago, over 200k miles. Recently bought a 2010 Tahoe with 141,000 miles. When shopping around I looked at a 2006 Suburban with 80,000miles. I was AMAZED when I started it up, no kidding, the engine sounded 100% perfect, like it just rolled off the assembly line.
My brother in-law got a new truck and literally gave me his 2004 Yukon XL 5.3. He said it wasn't worth anything anyway since it had 240k miles. LOL. Thing runs and drives like a brand new truck. These trucks are beasts. The 5.3 is bullet proof.
My father had a 93 Chevrolet Cheyenne work truck that had over 400k miles on it. I helped him swap the transmission with a parts truck he bought at around 300k miles. The truck pulled heavy trailers its whole life. He still drove it occasionally up till he passed in 2013. It was the most reliable vehicle I have ever seen.
I have a 1999 Chevy Silverado z71 4.8L manual transmission with 237k miles and a 2003 GMC Denali Sport Utilit 6.0L with 262k miles both running great! Love my Chevy stick shift!
I had an 04 Tahoe z71 with 120,000 miles and it went into "reduced power mode" and me and all my mechanics could not fix it and could not figure it out. we came to the conclusion that it needed a new computer that was over 1300$ just to hope it fixes the problem. I loved the Tahoe but could not fix that problem so I had to let it go and will never buy another 04 gm product
It's very hard to beat the Suburbans, Yukons, Tahoes, and full size GM pickups for reliability of those good old pushrod V8's. That 2001 he has is in great shape for as many miles as are on it. If it were down here in Texas it wouldn't be rusty but the clearcoat would likely be really tired instead. Another great thing, and i imagine this isn't unique to Texas, is that these are EVERYWHERE so replacement parts are easy to find if you're looking for something gently used.
Just got this video in my suggestions. I have a `00 Chevy Tahoe. 220,000+ miles. Body, frame and interior is mint. After purchase 3 years ago I immediately had a reman 5.3 engine installed and never looked back. Biggest headache was replacing the dreaded heater core. Now closing in on 300k a fresh paint job and she'll be looking good as new.
@@ashleysadler5244 Best Buy you'll make all year. These Trucks are tanks and easy to service and work on! You will not regret it. Keep safe and have a great weekend!
There is a 2004 Chevrolet Suburban LS with ONLY 11,600 ORIGINAL MILES for sale in Ontario, California & this is a 1 owner car but that car was NOT garage kept, it had been sitting out side & had been rarely driven
Man I bought a 1992 burb w 32k miles. I used that for everything, hauling kids,groceries, long trips to Reno, Vegas, LA, I'd take it cross country. But I feel you MUST use good quality oils,filters,plugs and delco parts. I put new valve stem seals,new distributor, new fuel pump and tuned it regularly. I had over 265k and traded in 2yrs ago we downsized. I would pass everything, except a gas station, hahaha!!!
Just picked up an 05 Suburban Z71 4x4 350K miles and the transmission was rebuilt less than a year ago. I'm happy with it. Will keep it forever. Update: was so pleased with the 05, I purchased an 07 Yukon 4x4 and it also runs and drives great. The Suburban is my overland vehicle, Yukon just pavement princess at the moment.
I didnt do a transmission service til 326k out of fear ill destroy but I did do filter and whatever came out at time of dropping pan and refilled only what came out about 5 quarts. Then drove around and and pumped out fluid from dip stick and refilled what came out. I've never did an actual flush but from what I did as far as filter change and then pumping out dipstick to get color more red(wasnt burnt just discolored after 326k) worked perfect. If u having trans issue and do this probably won't change much. My trans acts same as when I drained. Have 370k on it now.
Will last forever if maintained. There was a mid to late 90s k1500 that had over a million miles on it. He ran Pennzoil only and they actually bought him a brand new truck and took his old one to their research facility to disassemble and inspect to see how much wear it had.
@@nicholasclinesmith1490 that's cause you're being honest. All these folks bragging about getting 300,000 + miles out of a ANY American vehicle as big and heavy as the Suburban without ANY major problems is absolutely full of crapola.
@@trenegade5441 No not really, im surprised that we lost the tranny so many times it is not normal. These "big heavy american" vehicles as you so bluntly put are amazing machines!
I just had mine rebuilt at 300,000 only because I started to pull heavy trailers with my truck. I just wanted more torque. So they last. I still have the original motor
Love those burbs! I have a 2000 Silverado I bought new. 364k on it and still on the original 4.8 and transmission. She's been a work truck all her life!
It's super easy to spot for anyone. It's literally like "what is wrong with that guys mouth...oh it's chew". You figure either the person has a speech impediment or they are chewing.
My 2005 escalade esv with 123k needs a new front diff.(bearings are whining now) Trans is a little sketchy. I replace air shocks with coil overs, fluids, spark plugs/wires, oil press. gauge sensor, drive belts. Maintenance items. The 6.0 vortec is a beast. silky smooth use castrol synthetic. Love it. owned it now for 9 years, never left me stranded.
I don't have a Suburban but I do have a Silverado 1500 with the 5.3L. It depends on how well the previous owner(s) took care of it. I lucked out with my Silverado. I bought it with 174,000 miles and I now have 440,393 miles on it.
Just bought a rust free north Texas '01 burban 1500 LOADED with new BF LT AT tires, Sunroof, DVD system, Autoride, Factory tow pkg, 3:73/G80 245K milles for $1400 !!! Just needed a $30 camshaft sensor, and wipers, fluids changed. Felt bad like stole it from the family I got it from :/
Working on many, and owning a 2004 Z71 with 225k, I find those with VINs that start with a 3 are noticeably more susceptible to problems than those with a 1. A GM engineer I talked to at the Daytona 500 years ago said Mexican blocks have less nickel and suffer from casting integrity issues. I haven't researched that, but I find Mexican made have more oil blowby issues. They are still amazing, the fact that this is the longest running nameplate in history is a good indicator. It's not just Suburbans...any full frame, full size V8 GM vehicle is one of the most financially sound investments a consumer will ever make. The only thing better would be 3/4 ton Duramax 'Burbs but I doubt they can make a business plan for that. Considering some cost near 70k with a gas engine, diesel would likely be too expensive. Bravo GM for making card like these that people can rely on day in and day out.
That's very interesting. I always check carcomplaints .com before buying a used vehicle. 2004 was a "clunker" year, it sounds like there was a bad batch of trucks that got produced. Ironically 2006 seemed to be on one of the most reliable years ever produced before the body style change
I have a 2001, 189000, fuel pump, alternator, need to fix the oil pick up tube gasket. And of course three batteries. Towed tons, 26 foot hornet TT, over weight car hauler with an f150 from Colorado to Texas plus dump trailer as well. She's been good to me. So I can agree. Oddly though have never changed the brakes. Probably should do some suspension work. Lol and I wouldn't buy mine iether if I knew what it has done all her life.
I do know that the right maintenance and care with any brand is a must for it's life, but all I can say is Drive Chevy's. It's kinda like Harley Davidson, once you get on one you'll know the difference
I have a 1998 Chevey Suburban rhat i have owned for 10 years. Besides replacing a head gasket pnce o have had no Major issues with it. I have almos 300 thousand miles on it. Great trucks.
I got one just like you 2011 suburban white ltz-z71 an awesome truck for a family! Tiny rust just starting 170k no worries. Also my 5th Chevy truck high miles
I use m suburban to haul my lawn care equip around. 21" Honda push mower, Stihl weed eater, stihl, stick edger and huge echo pb 8010 backpack blower. All 4 items fit in the back with no problem and alot safer than a pick up truck which anyone can just reach in the bed and steal your equipment when you're not around. Everything's air conditioned too, love my burban.
I have 300K miles on my Chevy Suburban and it looks newer and doesn't have any issues - not using even a drop of oil yet. It's a great car, but figure on 16 mpg average.
GMC engineers these trucks for do everything longevity. Had a 1995 GMC Suburban. Comfortable, great for anything. Not too bad for fuel economy considering what it is. Rust protection could be better but I am sure that has changed.
@@scottsmith6571 this was while back for me but didnt he say he flushed it. Either way if you keep up with it then keep on doing it is the motto. oh yeah everyone always says high mileage dont flush but never specify what high mileage is considered or to what mileage range would be the "oh no just let it be". Also for those that work on their car no one ever says if your vehicle has high miles and you want to change you fluid..if you drop the pan and see alot on the magnet just put the old fluid back in and drive it to it breaks...or you could add thickening agents etc etc...always a no child I said no! hahahhah lmk what you think!
Todd m negative the 2 I’ve flushed slipped afterwards I know a little about transmissions .. trans fluid has detergent in it if the trans hasn’t been flushed every 60-75k miles the fluid has a lot of particles in it and when you flush the trans it strips all the old trash off the clutches and cleans them = slipping . I bought an 02 8.1 2500 never flushed the trans just changed the screw on filter shifted perfect when I sold it with 309k miles
-- Just bought a 2004 Tahoe 5.3 loaded, Z71, for something to get around my/my boss' farms. We're not farmers, but we two WWII aircraft around. Cost 7k. 144 thousand miles. I was halfway home when decided this wasn't going to be a 'farm' truck' of any kind. Have two daughters, and my sister has 4. I'm keeping this thing nice. Seems 2002 to 2006 were very good years for these platforms of vehicles.
@@carsthatlast441 -- Ran into a couple issues. Seeing as you know a thing or two about these vehicles, maybe you could help. I start the car, and a female voice says phone unavailable. Turn it off and it keeps saying it all night. Also, the dome lights stay on 24/7 and no I don't have the dimmer dial maxed. If you could help, it'd spare me a trip to the dealer, or calling them so they can try to lock in a scam. Apparently these are common problems, with no clear solution online.
Love my 02 suburban bought it with 279k and now has 304k after a little over a year have had to replace all the lines due to rust but otherwise it’s in good shape
My 2010 Yukon Denali is at almost 200K. There are some issues here and there, but for the most part solid. Long trips are a breeze. Milage is not that bad for the size and with 6.2 I have plenty of passing power to overtake almost anything on the highway. All in all it's a great value. And as an added bonus these big trucks don't age that much. There are some 200K Lexuses out there, but anything over 5 y.o. looks extremely dated.
Damn I bought my 04 burban with 125,000 miles and it was babied it runs beautifully just the normal for that era which is the gauge cluster going bad but after a year of owning it I promised ima drive it till the wheels fall off lol I bought it for 7,000 here in Alaska
Nice interview. Both Burbans are great. I particularly love the 2001/2002 Suburbans. This ones in special are very odd and genuine. I just think they are the perfect form of the early 2000s. I own a 2002 Suburban. I bought it used with 175K and I brought everything to original and working (radio, speakers, replaced lights and electronic stuff) also added an upper-level rear ac control HVAC. Bought a push bar for the front and at the stock wheels, I have 305/65 R16 Nitto Terra Grappler. My wife and I use it every day as Daily Driver here in Broward Country FL were we live. We try to keep mint. We’ve already gone to Key West, Cape Canaveral, Daytona Beach and we are planning to go to California in 2020. I do everything on my own. It is unbelievable that with couple sockets and a Philips screwdriver you can perform services. Since I got it I’ve already replaced the Water Pump, Radiator, Fuel Pump besides the tune-up. I am pretty sure our car is ready to run another 200K with no issues. That’s my second one. I had a 2001 Yukon XL before that, unfortunately, was totaled in an accident.
Parts are so cheap and for specifics Body and upholstery parts, there are plenty of them in the Junkyards. Great to get an OEM. Another highlight is that you do not need only a burban. Yukon's and Escalades also works.
@@jtcarter2967 Hi I know this comment is old 🤞you'll see this, what is a reliable source to figure out the reliability by year? I'm interested in a Tahoe 2010-2014, but each year has it's issues and I'm getting mixed info ex. Consumer Reports, JD, Nada etccc.. Any advice is greatly appreciated!
They are out there. I live on the east coast but found a 2000 Suburban LT 2500 for sale for $4900 in Phoenix, AZ. One owner. Cared for with an open checkbook and 130k miles. I picked it up pretty quickly. Get one with a 6.0L.
We’ve had our 2008 Suburban for 5 and a half years now. 313,000 km and it still runs like it’s brand new. It has the Z71 off road package as well. Some minor rust in a couple of places but we get it rust proofed every fall before winter.
Hey Mike Brown, I hear ya. The burbs are not close to my location where I can shoot an update. I can tell you that the black suburban now has 210k on the odometer. The other one has a few more miles bit doesn't get driven as much. I will shoot another video if I can, but not sure when it will be.
CarsThatLast thank ya so much please shoot a video if u can please we really Wana see them and the black one got 210 already just last year it had 174 sheesh he uses his trucks daily drives them on vacation and tow my kind of guy
There is now way the guy never canged the power steering pump or the water pump. I have a 02 Avalanche Z71. I bought it wirh 220 000 KMs. They are a good solid truck ( besides the rust ) Parts are plentaful and cheep. If you are buyimg in the north check the brake lines , frame and trans cooling lines for rust !!!!!!
97 Two Door Tahoe 5.7 .. 350 ..Vortec 134K just broke in. Great truck go anywhere and still ride and drive like a Caddie wish I had two of em. Good job by Chevy.
hello my name is Chris and I know I have a Suburban 2 mine has 347000 miles on it they are extremely strong trucks I wouldn't get rid of you the one if I was him I just rebuild them and keep them going because trucks like that they last a whole lot longer and the insurance can be cheaper I had mine for 5 years and it's not going nowhere
When I was 17 I bought a 03 suburban put 125k on it the frame rusted through then I bought a 01 Yukon put 50 k on and totaled it I’m 20 now just bought a 96 suburban with 175 on it love these trucks hopefully third times a charm
I have a suburban with 400k miles now ... 2014 model Z71 ... love it ... we just had to change the engine n trans after 400k miles ... so now its brand new again ... 1st brake pads change was after 200k miles and now just changed the brake pads now at 400k miles. ..
@Dj_itswoketimes engine and installation costed 6500 i believe ... now our second transmission is gone in 100k miles cuz it was rebuild... i'm hearing a lot of issues with the transmission more then the engine ... should've gone with a new transmission... these transmission have problems more then the engines ...
We had a '96 K5 Blazer that got 388,000 before it died a month ago. Well, it wasn't dead dead but the overall accumulation of ailments made it not worth doing even basic repairs, so when the rear diff locked up it got the trade in. Overall I'd say... it was a pretty awful rig. Trans replaced, engine retuned a dozen times, entire steering assembly replaced, brakes replaced, front end suspension replaced, AC stopped working, most interior electronic buggy or not working, all plastic components cracked and crumbled, door locks work sporadically, etc. etc. Besides simply burning a lot of gas if all you need is to get there, but still a helluva nice looking badass rig for off-roading.
@@gorkyd7912 mine blew a head gasket because of the heater core had a leak and i had to take apart the whole dash was just to much work for what i even bought it for but ran like brand new until that happened. I junked it but anything that makes it to 300000 is a hellava truck or car. K5 are one nice looking truck
My dad has a 2004 Chevrolet Suburban LT that has 300,000+ miles and there’s no rust on it since it’s a California car and most California cars (even with very high miles) never rust
I currently own a 2001 suburban 2500 with the 6.0l ls V8. 378,000 miles and counting. I tow a 9000lb travel trailer with it every two weeks. I drive it every day and trust it to take me anywhere anytime and any weather.
Suburbans and Silverados with the 5.3V8s just go and go. My buddy had 2 with a combined 450k miles, 04 Z71 got totaled at 225k miles and they replaced it with an 05 Z71 that had 225k also when they traded in for a smaller SUV because kids getting older and driving. That's the only reason he doesn't have the 05 Suburban Z71 still! Both went cross country on vacation, and the 05 towed his newly purchased '66 Corvair home from Colorado last fall without any issues!
I have a 96 suburban 336.xxx miles owned it for 2 years I have only put a new battery and timing chain on mine about to put a new system in it because all speakers are blown
Have an 04 Tahoe Z71. Was my dream car as a kid and I love it to death. Runs great and had minor issues like a fuel pump replacement. 5.3L and I use only royal purple for oil changes.
I just got an 03 z71 a couple of weeks ago for 3k. All seats except driver's are in great condition. It was a truck I wanted in college too even though I had a custom 2000 4x4 Tahoe in HS. I wanted a z71 and now I have one. I'm loving it.
