Overview & Reviews
Retained accessory power and additional warning chimes are added for 2000. Also new are automatic headlights with a flash-to-pass feature, remote keyless entry, battery rundown protection, lockout protection and a tow/haul trailering mode for the transmission. The ABS, engine and exhaust have been improved, and a plastic 27-gallon fuel tank is standard.
- Big-van capacity, small-van package, available all-wheel drive, towing ability.
User Reviews:
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Good Bye Old Pal - 2000 Chevrolet Astro
By stevemcp - February 17 - 10:58 amIm sad to say that my 2000 Chevy Astro is getting onto its last legs and GM doesnt make the any more. I bought mine used with 85,000 km off a 4 year lease in 2004. i have to that this has been the longest lasting, least expensive vehicle I have ever owned. Secretly, I think GM stopped making these because they were too reliable. My Astro now has over 270,000 km and I had no problems other than normal wear and tear. Im still running on my second brake job with the rear drums never having been touched. Tires seem to last forever on the Astro - at least mine do. It still has the original muffler. I using AMSOil synthetic and I change it every 40,000 km. Sad to see it go....
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Can do it all! - 2000 Chevrolet Astro
By Tim - October 27 - 2:00 amThis is my second Astro and it is so capable of doing everything. It has a truck frame which allows towing large campers, gets 19 mpg on highway when which is awesome for a AWD van/truck this size. Walks through snow and ice with ease. Strong winds push it around a little on interstate. Finally had to replace something at 119,000 miles, a starter which was very easy to replace myself. Plugs arent too bad if you pull the front wheel off. Overall we love this (boxy) design, because you sit up so high you can see whats going on in front of you. This van is better than any other minivan we have owned, Mazda, Plymouth, better than our Toyota 4x4 pickup. Great Van, bring it back.
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As the tru that cant make a 100,000 mile - 2000 Chevrolet Astro
By Disconious - June 2 - 8:09 pmActually this is my second one, I think they are attractive and the kids loved em. My first was under powered but ran with scheduled maintenance which I had to abandoned due to the expense. Both vehicles ran good until about 70, 000 miles when windows stopped working, slight idle roughness, sliding door had parts fall off and started to rattle, front ac vents stopped working, back door starting clicking and vacum problems with locks and ac vents, ac fan motor, trying to fix all this at the dealer is vehicle suicide.
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falling apart - 2000 Chevrolet Astro
By Joe Horton - October 12 - 8:31 amIve put 40000 miles in 3 years since I had it. I must admitt its a good runner with the 4.3 6cyl. but simple things are going wrong that should not happen. Expect to replace the drivers power window motor cuz everyone Ive talk to had a problem. Front and rear air you will have a major leak from front to back. You want your fuel guage to work forget it. How about lights behind the radio just drive when the suns out. I like the dutch doors except for the famous rust under the lift window. And IM retireed UAW oh well.
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No frills, but a great van - 2000 Chevrolet Astro
By GS - August 15 - 12:51 pmBought this van with 30000 miles on it. Had a few minor issues that first year or so -- power lock failure, etc. No problems since then. With 4 kids, a dog, and a camper, we make full use of the incredible amount of space inside this van. Its one of the few vehicles that can comfortably seat our family, plus two others AND tow. Holds way more stuff than a regular minivan. Weve used it to tow our camper (22-ft, 4000 lbs) half way across the country with absolutely no issues - at 100k miles. People are always surprised to see us tow with it. Added a transmission cooler and complete tow pkg. Theres nothing fancy about this van, but its great for a larger, active family.
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American Astro quality is unmatched - 2000 Chevrolet Astro
By UAW Forever - July 7 - 5:10 amI love my Astro, its been the most reliable car Ive ever had. American build quality is making waves once again and Im proud to own this vehicle. Handles great, the 4.3 vortec is bullet-proof and super responsive. You dont have to worry about little problems because the Astro parts while not luxurious are very time-tested.
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Bad engine - 2000 Chevrolet Astro
By Jim - May 16 - 12:13 pmA great all purpose vehicle when it runs right. Unchanged in 20 yrs. like the old VW beatle. Mine "burns" more coolant than oil! Head gasket leaking. Need a new engine after just 74K. Lukas oil treatment no help. Engine hard to service spark plugs not accessible. Hard to find mechanics who know and understand this vehicle. The front end rebuilt for $1800. Tape deck stolen in Manhattan inspite of security/alarm system. This cargo van was converted to passenger minus the seats--large clear glass (!) windows were cut into the sides. 5- leaf rear springs were added for heavy duty which I recommend! I was thrilled with 18.6 MPG highway recently. But Im trading it in for a used 2005.
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Truck like workhorse - 2000 Chevrolet Astro
By drumjess2002 - February 8 - 7:40 pmJust bought my van, it is a cargo van used for hauling just about anything. GM just quit making these in 2005, for another SUV-like vehicle[ like there arent enought of them]..a mistake in my view. My 1st Astro was an 86, ran forever, and I needed a van that could take more cargo capacity than a front drive mini. I plan on driving the wheels off, and it should hold up I think
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My Chevy Van - 2000 Chevrolet Astro
By Surfer - November 12 - 10:10 amToo many little things have fallen apart. Ive got 50K miles on the car and have had to repair the following: - New brakes (Ive had three new rotors and pads on the front) - Gas Gauge doesnt work - vacum problems cause the A/C fan not to work - Sliding door doesnt work right - Tons of little pieces have fallen off
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Versatile, Reliable, Predictable - 2000 Chevrolet Astro
By rosco - July 12 - 12:48 pmI purchased it used with 50,000 km and have added 60,000 km in last two years. It replaced a 1988 with 325,000 km. Great highway vehicle comfortable, quiet, great visibility, reasonably economical at highway speeds. Great capacity. Easily accommodates up to 8 passengers with full load or a very comfortable vehicle for 6, with all gear + 2 canoes on top. Great clearance in deep snow. With 4 winter tires, this van will navigate 8 inches or more of snow, and is my preferred vehicle for winter driving compared to my car. Its also great in summer for comfortable drives and trips. Downside - the intrusive wheel wells in the passenger compartment. Otherwise, conservative styling, simple clean lines. It looks great.
