We Just Bought One Of The BEST SUVs Ever Made: But did we Pay TOO MUCH??
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I bought a brand new ‘97 2 door Tahoe LT Z71, red with gray just like this one. I drove it off the showroom floor and it’s parked in my driveway. Other than maintenance and some minor repairs it still runs and drives like new. I will never part with it and I still get thumbs ups all the time. Currently has 110k miles.
you have averaged 11.3 miles per day driving her over the past 27 years ...you must have another couple rigs?
Then I'm over here with a 2020 Camry I drove off the showroom floor with 167K miles on it. You just never drive dood.
Maybe if you drove your car it would break down. Since as the guys math states you didn’t drive it at all. 4,000 miles a year is a quarter of what normal drivers do.
That's still like new!!
Back in the day, I worked at one of the multiple locations where these were made, Flint Truck Assembly. These were truly amazing vehicles, built to last virtually forever. They were great for towing, 4X4, road trips and just hauling the family around. They could be optioned out, in a luxury type package, often nicknamed the "Texas Cadillac". Many of these were built as commercial or government vehicles.
In answer to your question: No, you did not overpay for this particular vehicle. Great find!!!
I bought a 2-door 97 Tahoe in 2000 with 40K miles. She now has 320K miles, still my daily driver. Few people come up and ask me if I wanted to sell it. No way Jose. This one is a keeper.
Exactly. They’re pretty easy to fix too.
too bad Chevy did not keep the Blazer name for the 2-Door Tahoe.
I have a 99, which I bought in 2000 with the exact same maxed out package than shown here. Mine has slightly over 150k and it is a keeper as well. It used to be my weekly driver (once a week commute), until it’s current semi-retirement. I am the only mechanic of the vehicle with a very nicely equipped home garage. Keep adding any special tools that are needed. Still, I went through a lot of repairs already. 98-99 has pass-lock and PWM-TCC, both of which slightly complicates things and both of which already failed on me.
320k! My 1999 has 218k, I hope she’ll get to those numbers, with nothing major, it’s my first vehicle, will never sell it, even if I don’t daily it anymore in the future, I’m gonna keep it going. Maybe pass it down.
I think 9 grand is a VERY fair price for a rig in that shape with those features
Bargain!
That's high for my area, but still reasonable.
I'm in Texas and I've seen ones in this condition for $4500-$8000. But I've also not seen one with mileage as low as this one.
More like 5000
@@desertvalleyfilms9136 - five years ago
They don’t make them like this anymore-and it’s not even close. More than fair for price in today’s market for used vehicles.
These were a dime a dozen in the suburbs in the 90s. It trips me out now that this Tahoe now qualifies for a "Classic Vehicle" license plate in many states.
Nirvana is now considered classic rock.
Gzzz
I’ve owned 5 GMT400s, and you’ve just convinced me that I want another one. Great report, thank you.
I like my gmt 800 Escalade but I've been eyeing one of these
This thing was garaged for most of its life due to the fact that the gauge needles are still bright orange...all these old GM needles turned yellow/white if they lived outside. God thats so clean. Id love to find a clean one like this...100k, 200k mi doesnt scare me either on these 35/5.7 engines...200k is just getting broken in 😉
My 97 Silverado with the 5.7 Vortec finally gave out with 350,000 miles 2 years ago Miss that truck
Replace the engine. Trust me man its worth it
@@blabla903 I still have the truck behind my garage. Really considering new motor and transmission
That's great. I wonder how many 2024 Tahoe's will survive 25 years..
@@davidrudd9846 Use Jasper if you choose to replace the engine. They're definitely pricier but they are 100% worth it.
@@davidrudd9846Just do it. Seriously no other vehicle will give you as much bang for your buck as the GMT400.
My initial thought when you first started your review was that it's about an $8,000 vehicle. After seeing the great condition that it's in and the relatively low miles, I think 9K is a fair price.
I had 3 different GMT400 pickups and they were all great. One of GM's best platforms ever.
They genuinely ride smoother than brand new vehicles lol
Depends which vehicles 😂 some ride smooth as butter some don’t.
So true! Longtime fan by the way!
I am not into the harsh road connected type ride. That only makes sense for the Autobahn. But in the US, we have a speed limit and terrible road surface quality.
Loved my 97. Sold it 11 years ago for $3500.
I remember folding the back seat down and sleeping comfortably at a rest area on a road trip.
It also was crucial for a home renovation. These things can haul anything!
Thanks again for the memories!
What kind of mpg were you getting in that gem?
@@ten132 can't remember 100% but mid teens sounds familiar. I don't ever recall it getting as high as 20 or as low as single digits
@@ten13212 -13 city and 15 - 16 hwy is realistic as long as it's in good shape mechanically and depending on gear ratio.
should've kept the tahoe
@@kc0lif lol, can't keep them all
I just picked up a 97 Tahoe for $2400. I'm up north so it has a little bit of rust on it but not bad. It's all still fixable and I plan on just doing that. The frame is still really clean. It has 220,000 miles on it but drives awesome. Transmission was just rebuit 20k miles ago and oil pressure is still really good. Doesn't burn oil or leak. I just reuphosltered both front seats and added heated seat to it. It was really taken care of. It's a 4x4 and everything works. My kids and wife love it. We have a 08 cadillac escalade esv and they like the tahoe better lol.
Love my 2004 Tahoe. Bought new, has 210k miles and still going strong.
This generation Tahoe is one of the vehicles that got me into American SUVs and pick up trucks. Great video as always.
Great purchase guys. Cant go wrong with a GMT400. There are several of this generation of trucks with the TBI 350/5.7 with over 1 million miles on them. My dad has a 1990 C1500 pickup with over 660k mi on the original, untouched, non-rebuilt engine. These are definitely what they were advertised as: the longest lasting, most reliable trucks on the road. Cant go wrong with one of these, especially with the 350/5.7. Beautiful, timeless looks these have as well.
My mom had a '99 Yukon that was very similar to this, cargo doors ("barn doors") and all.
The engine is pretty much the only good thing about these trucks though. The first gen Durango is a better option
I see a lot more of these still on the road than a first gen Durango @@waterloo123100
@@waterloo123100 LOL
Man, you're letting out all the secrets. LOL 😂
I've been looking at GMT400 and GMT800 Suburbans lately because my wife's 2014 Ford Escape gave up the ghost unexpectedly, and halfway decent ones of these are dirt cheap. I've been seeing decently good ones for $3500-$5000 all over.
These trucks seem like they'll outlive anything built in the past decade!
And even when they do break down they're dirt cheap to fix and easy to fix on your own and parts are cheap. I just got a 92 2 door yukon for 3500 bucks and the previous owner just put a brand new motor and radiator and all new hoses and fuel lines and fuel pump in it. It's in mint condition. looks like it just rolled off the assembly line other than 1 missing wheel center cap and peeling clearcoat.
The OG Tahoe is incredible. That Chevy 350 (5.7L) V8 was an incredible motor. NOt a ton of power but very reliable. My Mom drove one from 1998 until the pandemic when my parents downsized and moved into a Honda Ridgeline.
I love both the GMT400/800's!
Same. Last 2 great generations of GM trucks/SUVs.
$9k is a real number, particularly for this condition and spec, very nice Gents. I have a 99 2 door, with 161k, minimal rust, good condition and have been offered $12k a few times.
I miss my 97 Tahoe so much. I sold it at 360k miles and it was still running great. Wish I would’ve kept it
Love my 95 Single cab stepside 4x4. Bought it 6 years ago for 3K but as tripled in value now.
I was 15 when this model came out. I remember how good it looked then. And it looks just as good now.
Bought a 98 k1500 recently, 51k miles 5300$. What an absolutely amazing truck. It sold me on any gm before afm.
What an absolute beauty these GMT400s were. Modern enough without all the annoying technology. Like a ROCK!
9k for this beautiful condition Tahoe is definitely worth the price with how low the mileage is. Great find.
At the time this generation of Tahoe was around, I was riding in my mom’s 94’ ford EXPLOder and I really hated it. Really wished she had this truck and not the pile of junk Ford built for the time.
This generation of GM trucks will definitely outlast the really junky Expedition and Land Cruiser for its time for miles. Way more reliable.
Hope to see more videos of this Tahoe in the future. Great job, TFL crew.
My 1992 suburban has almost 300k miles on it now. Original engine, though. It's been around. It's easy to fix and relatively cheap. Totally reliable. That Tahoe is super clean, though.
I just bought back from a family friend my dad's 1997 Tahoe. So 3rd owner, 88k miles. I have been loving driving it around. Simply fantastic. I have been worried I overpaid, but maybe not after hearing how much TFL spent.
I worked at a Chevy dealer when these were new. We sold every one we could get at full pop. Best looking Tahoe….ever! I can see while they still bring all the money.
I've owned two GMT-400 trucks, a '94 GMC Sierra extended cab with the L05 engine and a '96 Chev C1500 single cab long bed with the Vortec engine (L31 I think). I still have the latter, and can recommend the cloth trim which has lasted well. They are lovely to drive and very comfortable.
Man I live in south GA. There is a guy that only sells obs trucks he has an entire dealership devoted to 90s chevrolets. And I garuntee he would have gotten 30g for that truck.. It's absolutely insane. Old chevrolets are a better long term investment than Apple or Google!!
What that’s dealerships name?
You guys snagged quite a gem there. Love the GMT400 platform.
Have a sister in law with a mid 90's two door GMC Tahoe version that is truly classic. They custom ordered it and It's big and bad... The two doors gives it a classic sleek look.
I'd buy one in a flash, but they're rare in Southern Ontario in that condition due to rust and our harsh winters. An amazing platform l. All that you need and nothing that you don't. With thoughtful features, simplicity and reliability. Manufacturers take notes! And GM please bring them back 😅
I just bought a 2006 Chevy Suburban 2500HD (with the 8.1L engine), with 112k miles. In near mint condition. I paid 12k for it. I bought it to replace my other 2006 Suburban 2500HD, which I am giving to my daughter for her 16th birthday. Several family members thought I was crazy to pay that much for an 18-year old used vehicle. I tried to explain to them how reliable the vehicle is, and that I expect it to last me until I die, but, not being "car-people", they just don't get it.
I have a 1999 white tahoe LT , paint cracks , peels, replaced lights and grill , runs and looks great , smooth. Never got stuck in sand at beach, its one I wont ever sell.
Same I have a white Chevy Tahoe 1996, it runs really for its age but my paint is peeling and has small dings here and there but I won’t sell it.
Owned a '99 for 8 years, right there in Denver (Parker) Co. She was great, but definitely had all the "standard" Tahoe issues, fuel pump intermittent operation, wiper motor failure, Power steering pump. But I wish I still had her.
My aunt and uncle had 2 Tahoes when I was in high school. Awesome trucks and I always wanted one
In that good of condition, I don't think you overpaid for that Tahoe. I have a 99 GMC Suburban that was not well loved before I got it. It had 165k miles on it, had so many hail dents, it looked like a golf ball and blew the engine at 174k miles. $6500 later for a Jasper engine swap, and 12 years later, it's still running although it is need of a transmission swap. An SLT model, I wish it had the Chevy seats and you are right on the door handles (I've replaced 5 of them). It has many issues, but I drive it daily and still love it. I've even pulled a semi out of a sand trap with it.
I just got my 99 k2500 suburban up and going and man does it do it all. It’s a 2500 so I can pull with it, seats 7-9 depending how comfortable you want them to be, I can carry all my tools in it and it’s just a beast of a vehicle
It does it all, except fuel efficiency. I'm not complaining, but that is the one compromise.
@@canyonero2050 agreed which is why long term goals for my suburban are 12v/Nv5600. But you’re right even with a 42 gallon tank it’s not crazy fuel range I’m getting
My dad has 1999 GMC Yukon SLT 2WD with barn doors at almost 311,000 miles, it’s running great. He’s owned it for 22 years.
That is in excellent shape! Love it. I scored a '99 Z71 Tahoe a few years ago and it has been my daily driver ever since. My wife and I have taken it camping, wheeling, and have used it to recover at least three other vehicles from fields and powerline trails. Just add a winch and some mud terrains and you're ready to rock.
Recently bought a near pristine 1999 suburban 1500 4x4, fully loaded interior and red exterior. Love it, has over 203k miles now but drive perfect. Paid $3500, it’s this exact vehicle with the same options but longer lol. Also has the g80 and the automatic 4wd transfer case, both work well too
As a ford fan, I must agree that you are correct. In that assumption of the Tahoe of that model year and that model series. Great video outstanding work, Gentlemen
We had a 1997 Tahoe. One of the vehicles I have some regret about selling. Our Tahoe had the other rear door option. A lift glass and a tailgate.
My dad bought a 98 Tahoe new, has almost 200k miles. Always serviced at the dealer. Used to transport my brother and I around in it all the time. He still owns it, having trouble letting it go for his "final car" purchase. Beautiful blue color with some 2000's style aftermarket wheels. Needs new bushings and probably a motor if it's going to be "perfect" again. I've been egging him on to pass it my way whenever it's time... but who knows when that will happen haha
Thanks so much for this video! Growing up we had an '02 Chevrolet Suburban (which was very similar to this Tahoe) and this tour brought back so many great childhood memories. Once again, thanks for the video!
Bought a 1996 Tahoe 2dr vortex v8, flip down tailgate.
Drove it 353,000 miles w just regular maintenance.
Engine died replaced w crate factory new one, month later og transmission went out replaced w brand new crate and still have it today.
Owned a two door ‘94 K5 Blazer, absolutely loved that beast! Took it all over the country, it did everything I asked of it and spent plenty of time camping and sleeping in it.
That Tahoe is slick! Very Clean. You did well.
I knew you guys would be back to a GMT400 soon enough. Let's see you get after it (Moab, et al.) with this one in stock form. That G80 has got you covered. With respect to price, nicely done. In Nov '23 I purchased a '95 K1500 Suburban LT (4wd, 5.7l TBI, 3.73s, G80, factory skids) with 220k mi on the clock for $2900. It was nowhere near as clean as yours, used as the forgotten family hauler by just one family its whole life here in northern CA. It just keeps chugging along with no fanfare even though all the PO ever did was oil changes and random water pumps. I've just been having fun with it doing all sorts of long forgotten maintenance like full OEM suspension and steering, cleaning, fixing power windows, locks, etc. You are correct: I've been using Autozone for all my parts. Amazing what's available and for how cheap. Even though every single part is cheap, I've now got a total of $8230 (incl purchase price) according to my spreadsheet (geek alert!). Nice score on your part and I'll just keep increasing my "investment" in mine because at $20/job, this has been just too fun to stop now (cheap as hobbies go). I'll bet your rear window actually goes down all the way. I'm guessing your door lock actuator is also broken (or latch perhaps) on that same door. Mine did what yours was doing. Once I got in the door I saw the actuator was blocking the path of the glass. Fixed that and boom - window goes all the way down (or could be a transition year thing: 95s being the last year they went all the way down?). Let's see more GMT400 content.
I had a 1997 Tahoe when I was a Chevy Tech back in the early 2000’s. The thing was great for long trips. Towed really well too.
i have a '96 C1500 Silverado Ext Cab With the Same engine shown in this SUV, Mine currently has 188,742 Miles on it.
Love it! I obviously have a soft spot for TFL GMT400s.
I really do hate how CLEAN and PERFECT examples you guys find. Good fking god!!!
I spent a good chunk of my childhood and teenage years in my dad's '99. And got to drive it the last few years of its life until the frame rusted through at 288k. The drivetrain was still in good operating condition. The only things I remember being issues was the fuel pump being notorious for burning out, especially when run low on gas, and the rear drums regularly backing out of adjustment. Causing the front disks to have a shortend lifespan. Our solution between tire rotations was to reverse it at walking speed and slamming the brakes to get the adjusters to set.
My neighbor had one in the tan color exterior and interior got it in 2018 was owned by a Dr he cut grass for it had 60k miles on it and it rode absolutely amazing it was so so comfortable I loved riding in it
Great vehicule! I had a 97 yukon. Loved it
Gmt400 are best trucks ever❤
I have a 1996 suburban that's in this condition same color with tan interior, it was ordered from the factory with a third seat delete and it still has the plastic on the carpet in the back. It's the most unique GMT 400 suv I've ever seen. I don't drive it often it stays in the garage but when I do, everybody goes nuts over it. I recently made a video about how I feel that these are future collectibles and then here's tfl classics with a similar video so I guess I was right. I think you guys did really good on this purchase. I think yours would bring 17-18k on bring a trailer....
A lot of Features in this late 90s Tahoe are very surprising for the time!
I'm convinced that the GMT400 is the best truck/SUV family ever made. Taking into consideration on-road, off-road, comfort, utility, performance, reliability...
I learned how to drive on a suburban from that era and i can’t speak highly enough about it. Every kid should learn on a car that takes forever to stop and no pickup. It teaches you good habits like maintaining braking distance.
I drove the suburban version of this car all the things y’all were showing brings back memories of road tripping.
Loved my 99 LT Suburban....the only thing I disliked about them is the intake and fuel injection system. We have an 08 suburban with every single option available and would take my 99 back in a heartbeat.
We could get to where cleaning up high mileage GMT400s with a respray, new upholstery and an overhaul could be a business model as buyers will pay a decent price for a dependable 30-year old classic. I know persons who got over 500,000 miles from one, still looking pretty good.
Super glad to see this video! I rolled my truck last summer and was hard pressed for a new vehicle. I got a '99 Chevy Tahoe for 6k with 140k on it. Paint fading but meticulous taken care of mechanically and interior wise. I was so worried I over paid for it but I havent had to put a single wrench to it! I live in montana and hunt so it's definitely been used to its full potential!
I had k5 in HS and my senior year jumped onto a 95 2 door Tahoe. Best trucks ever made. Still have the 2dr up to this day.
We have a 99 Suburban, 128k miles and still going strong. I fully expect it to get to 250k or more. Simple to work on, cheap and plentiful parts, it’s been the perfect vehicle. I cant think of any modern vehicle that could last 25, 30 years.
I still wish I had gotten one of these. I stupidly bought a GMT800. Loved that truck but it was too challenging to maintain after 17 years and 180,000 miles. Great video!
Holding on to my 97 Yukon w/171k since new -
Back then I had to order and wait a year for delivery -
Have 4 wd floor shift (place to hang my cap) 😂
Just rebuilt front end a few months ago so now like driving as new
I bought a 1999 suburban has 264,000 miles runs great in September of last year, always loved this body style. Mine was a lucky find in a small farm town for $3,300 5.7 v8 working 4x4 0 rust all original looking. Put 7,000 miles on it without a problem small maintenance and new tires. A few random people want to buy it from me but it's tough to let it go.
Great vehicle’s. I owned several over the years. Nice to see them taken care of and still in good condition.
i have a 99 4dr yukon with 62k original miles and its my absolute favorite of all my vehicles.
Bro $9k is a great deal! That one is in great condition and relatively low miles!!! Good job!
I wonder how a VW ID4 is going to be with the same years and miles 😹
Worthless
They will be collectors cars in a few years. That is if you consider junkyards as the collectors.
Easy - corroded and worthless!
$5 max not a penny more 😂😂😂
It’s just gonna be an obsolete throw away vehicle. That’s all they design nowadays.
Love these SUVs. I own 95 Silverado 6 cyl and 91 Z71. Soon will buy a 90s Chevy SUV.
So clean. Love it! And a good presentation by Tommy and Kase together.
I've got a 99 suburban and have 260k miles on it. needs some work but its still kicking!
Love them. Wife has 3 Suburbans. 1 96 2 99s. love them. the 96 has 318,000 still would take it anywhere. unfortunately the living in the rust belt is killing it. They just keep going. You did good.
in 2000 i picked up a 96 long bed extra cab for my work truck and LOVED it. it had the rare 5.0 or 305 and before they poluted the gas with ethenol i got 23mpg all day. we loved it so much we got a suburban for the wife.
sadly i sold my truck to a friend who needed it for a mere 1300 which was less than the work camper shell was worth but thankfully we have kept our suburban and it is still the best over all daily driver i have ever owned.
you did not over pay for yours and i dot offered 12k for mine a few months ago and its the sle trim ...
i dont think i will ever sell it and i should never have sold my old truck. my super dookie i replaced it with to tow a 12k trailer is fine but that old gmc just rocked
I recently bought my first vehicle, a 1999 Chevy Tahoe, white, beautiful condition, 218,000 miles, but runs pretty good, I drive it for work. Tons of room. I did have a couple issues, with the steering, the intermediate shaft was worn out, and the power steering pump is going, and the steering gearbox will need to be replaced soon. I paid $6,500 for it. I think 9k for that red one with I think I saw 118k on it. Seems like a steal now with the values shooting up
Definitely did NOT over pay! Love those trucks. Had a Yukon with the same interior & options and loved it.. but couldn't afford the gas up here in Canuckistan. Really the only thing that's preventing me from getting another one 😥
GM should reopen a factory dedicated to building throwback vehicles like these.
Sounds about right for it. I would love to get a suburban from the 90s. I have 1995 gmc 2500 and I love it.
Great job on this video. Now I want one!
Really a timeless and classic design. I had an opportunity to drive a GMT400 era Suburban and it felt quite nimble compared to the old style square body. Back in 1999, my wife's friend opted for the Tahoe We bought a second gen Honda Odyssey....and I have to say the Tahoe was a compelling alternative to having a minivan.
I miss my 93 Regency Suburban. It was a 7 seat pimp mobile.
I own a suburban k1500 48,000 original miles, I'm second owner truck is in mint condition all original. Great video.
Someone else has probably already said this but the optional rear door was a lift glass / tailgate set up. With that set up, you had a lift glass which was convenient to drop in light packages and such along with a tailgate. Each set up had their benefits and drawbacks…. I had a 99 Burb in Pewter in top LT trim. Gray leather interior - with the lift glass/tailgate set up.
That's a good price! I've got a 96 2door yukon with the 6.5td and absolutely love it.
Bought a loaded 99 5.7 4x4 Tahoe LT back in September and I’m so glad I did. It has 276,000 but dealer installed engine and trans at 105k and it’s clean as a whistle. One owner. Gave $5,000. Lot of little things to repair but it’s all done, only in it for $6,000 and it runs and drives like new.
My 88 4runner had the "ball chiller" vent.... Just like front vent windows (or smoker windows) these are features that are amazing and no longer exist on any vehicles. 9K doesn't seem to be that bad for the condition that it is in
Back in 2001 i bought a 97 Tahoe 4wheel drive, Loved it fantastic vehicle, One thing to look for that happened to me was I had to do a hard stop for a vehicle that pulled out in front, There was one bang then another the brake pedal was still hard but no brakes, after checking both brake discs on the front had broken off, it looked like the disc rotor which is cast had broken off the pressed steel centre, one thing to check if you have the same vehicle
If your parents had one of these or the next generation that was going to come out in just a few years, YOU were the coolest kid, no question lol. Unfortunately, I was the kid getting into my mom's Mazda Protege/Mitsubishi Conquest/Chevy Celebrity (she kept wrecking all of them 😅)
Incredible find! This truck really is one of the icons of transportation in the '90s!
The B-pillar grab handle is for entry/exit assistance The one over the door is the one you'd use while in-motion.
That's alot of money,I had a 99 Yukon with all the same options was a great truck loved it
I had a '96 GMC 1500 SLE 4WD pickup that I bought used with 30K miles and put almost another 100K on it. I traded it for a 3/4 ton truck in 2012, but I wish now that I would have kept it. It was very comfortable. The truck was not trouble-free, though. Its most serious failure was a broken front axle that cratered while I was driving down the highway in 2WD. It was determined that the axle was defective from the factory, and the axle metal was crystalized. Mine was unusual in that it had the 6.5L diesel V8, a pretty rare option on the 1/2 ton pickup. Unlike the 5.7L gas V8, the 6.5 diesel would get 17.5 to 19.5 mpg, pretty much no matter how one would drive it. For most of the years that I drove that truck, diesel fuel was also less expensive than gasoline.
Last year, I sold my
If you don't want the split in the rear window find a lift-gate version. If you're tall (like me), you'll love the "barn doors," like those on the Tahoe in this video. Lift-gates are my nemesis, as I either hit my head, or I'm hunched over while accessing the cargo area, and I find them very annoying, unlike the "barn doors" option on the "square-body," GMT-400, and GMT-800 versions of the Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon/Yukon XL, and also on some Escalade's.