Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Dont waste your money - 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
  By icede - September 3 - 2:00 am

  I sent my Blazer to the shop more times that I can count - from the spark plug wires burning out, the fuel injectors clogging up (protective coating at the factory was not removed), the fuel gauge not working, and the transmission having serious issues. In the last few years, the Blazer sat in my garage while I drove my Honda – I just did not trust the Blazer anymore after being left stranded by it too many times. Thankfully, I just traded it in over the weekend for a Toyota Tacoma Pre-Runner. I can finally trust a truck. My advice: Do not buy a Chevy. Sure, theyre like a rock... and Rocks dont move much, last I checked.

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  5 yr. owner of 1997 Blazer - 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
  By carrie depoy - August 16 - 2:00 am

  Blazer has been a nice dependable car for last 5 yrs. Would buy another Chevy but looking at other makes at this time. Gas mileage is not the greatest but a prt of being an SUV owner. Do not like hump in front passenger seat on floor. Makes long drives uncomfortable. Minor problems included handles to recline seats both broke, upholstery not holding up well for driver seat(has been replaced), paint on windshield wipers has peeled off. OVerall good vehicle and was happy with purchase.

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  First 3 years - 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
  By mcgringo - June 25 - 2:00 am

  Bought a new, fully equipped Blazer. First 3 years numerous mechanical, electrical failures: transmission, alternator, A/C, wiper motor, battery, drivers window. Abraham Motors, in Miami,part of Republic Industries,now owned by Maroone, would not honor warranty for transmission failure at 16000 miles. Last two years, it is running well. Probably my last Chevy.

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  LIke this vehicle alot - 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
  By live4ever2002 - May 21 - 2:00 am

  bought this vehicle used,36000miles,the dealer went right through it.It has 92000 miles on it now with minimal maintence. Realy like this truck very much.very dependable for me.

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  My review - 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
  By canddmeyer - May 4 - 2:00 am

  Great vehicle til 55,000 miles at which time things broke one after another. Luckily, most were warranty items. I got stuck for the throttle body ($800). Already has had two brake jobs & 2 batteries. My buddies Jeep Cherokee will run circles around my Blazer with better handling & higher ground clearance. The Blazer was the best buy for the $ though & luckily I have a fantastic dealer which was 95% of the reason I purchased the vehicle. Turnaround on repairs is same day 90% of the time. Must get an extended warranty when purchased new. Despite the complaints, it was still the best buy for my $ in 1997, & Id buy another today unless Im towing.

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  OWNER OF SEVERAL BLAZERS - 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
  By VINNIE - May 2 - 2:00 am

  PERFORMANCE,QUALITY, MECHANICAL,INTERIOR,EXTERIOR AND STYLE ARE EXCELLENT, ONLY FLAW IS LOW MILAGE OF FUEL CONSUMPTION OF THE 6 CY.

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  The Blazer from hell - 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
  By Laurie Lemon - April 4 - 2:00 am

  After 10000 miles had to replace the ball joints and the brakes. drivers door as rattled since day one: can not be repaired. At 30000 miles the pinion seal gasket leaked and was replaced only to have the rear pinion bearing go 30000 miles later. Windshield wiper modular board broke at 40K

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  1997 2dr blazer - 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
  By george junkins - March 10 - 2:00 am

  my experinece has been very good exept wjen i got stuck in a 5 ft snow drift and had to be towed out be a ford 150 therea nothing in the world that could compare to the driving of my blazer.

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  Lots of Repairs - 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
  By Ken J. - February 2 - 2:00 am

  At 85k, I had a lower rod bearing come apart and ruined the motor. Rebuilt Delco motor installed costs 5k. At 80k, manifold gaskets had to be replaced since the so called 150000 mile coolant failed. This repair was about 1200 bucks. Many other failures that required lots of out-of-pocket expenses and time in the shop. Once the rebuilt motor is installed, its history.

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  Money Drain - 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
  By captain hook - October 25 - 2:00 am

  We bought this car new and every thing was fine until the warranty ran out. With about 32000+ miles the fuel pump went out, cost to repair over 900.00, break job on front 300.00 and I believe every seal and gasket has been replaced.The car was back in the shop 2 weeks ago two more leaky gaskets and a cracked serptine belt cost 261.00. All I can say is good by GM hello Subru