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2008 chevrolet silverado 2500 review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. The most car-like of the heavy-duty pickups. introductionchevy silverado hd heavy-duty pickups are about real work and serious play. The 2500-series is often used like a second car and charged with pulling the boat or trailer on weekends, while the 3500 usually sees hauling and pulling duty on a routine basis and tows fifth-wheel rvs and six-horse trailers. The 6. 0-liter gas v8 is the strongest standard engine, and the 6. 6-liter is the most powerful turbodiesel. The standard six-speed automatic one-ups the competition and only gm includes onstar. It is well finished, inside and out. after a mid-2007 debut for the new chevy silverado hd, the 2008 models get some minor yet worthwhile upgrades. These include brighter instrumentation, 17-inch wheels on dually models, standard xm radio with three-month subscription. Regular cab pickups offer a power front bench seat option, split 40/20/40. a choice of interiors is available, with different dashboards rather than merely varied finishes. Yet it carries and tows as well as other heavy-duty pickups. Three cab styles are available, regular cab, extended cab, and crew cab, along with two box sizes. Cab and chassis models, suitable for fitting a custom work or tow body on, are also available. trim levels vary from vinyl-floored work truck models through lt to plush ltz, the latter using a unique interior design. the basic wt comes with six-speaker am/fm/xm stereo, abs, air conditioning, tire pressure monitors, 40/20/40 vinyl front bench with armrest, and six-speed automatic with tow/haul mode and dual overdrives. lt versions are split in 1lt and 2lt by package. To a wt the lt adds auto-dimming mirror and compass, cruise control, driver lumbar, locking seat cushion storage, leather-wrapped steering wheel, electronic shift 4wd, and chrome wheel trim. At about $1800 the 2lt upgrade adds better upholstery, power-adjustable front seats, fog lamps, and audio controls on the steering wheel. top trim ltz includes an upscale dashboard design, bose audio system with subwoofer, locking differential, remote start, leather upholstery with 12-way power and heated seats in front, two-person driver memory, trailer package, 17-inch aluminum wheels, and heated windshield washer fluid system. the standard engine is an iron-block 6. 0-liter v8 with variable valve timing and 353 hp; on duallies (gvwr less than 10,000 pounds) the engine is de-rated to 312 hp. The duramax diesel, at 365 horsepower and 660 pound-feet of torque, is optional 7195) and comes with the allison six-speed automatic transmission 1200). variety characterizes the silverado option palette, with working gear such as integrated trailer brake controller, dual alternators on diesels, remote start, and snow plow prep package to luxury features like satellite radio, heated seats and a moonroof. Many options are interrelated so check everything carefully. safety equipment includes frontal airbags, front seat belt pretensioners, abs, and onstar. walkaroundfor this generation the chevy silverado and gmc sierra do not share near-identical appearance. Lamps and trim vary but so do fenders, boxes and the hood; mechanical bits are shared. Dual-rear-wheel pickups have a hydroformed sheetmetal pickup box with integral overfenders and better paint finishing. with the big chrome crossbar and bow-tie logo the silverado hd heavy-duty pickup is immediately recognized as a chevrolet and maintains visual relationships to the silverado 1500 light-duty pickup. The hood could have been drawn by a snowmobile designer, with upswept shelves at the sides ending in plastic trim louvers (that serve a vent function on diesels) and vortec (gas) or duramax (diesel) badging. Label the look evolutionary refinement rather than a design revolution. useful features include an optional tailgate lock and lift assist, dual-element towing mirrors, a cargo management system with multiple adjustable tie-down points (500 pounds per) and a wealth of dealer-supplied toolboxes, and a 2. 5-inch receiver hitch capable of towing 13,000 pounds on the top-rated models. the silverado hd matches up against other heavy-duty pickups in most dimensions as they all carry the proverbial 4x8 sheet of plywood flat in long-box models. Either level is a marked improvement over the previous generation, as even the faux wood trim is well-done and the cabin is squeak and rattle-free. for recreational towing the luxury version may be the choice, but the pure pickup level gives up nothing in build quality, function (it has a second glovebox, the luxury does not) nor appearance. we did note interior color has an effect on how inviting any version is. seats are supportive and are easily adjusted. Adjustable pedals and tilt wheel are available. Those truckers who add myriad lights and accessories will note a lack of dedicated switch blanks while others will appreciate the cohesive design. the extended cab back seat is suited for smaller adults and kids. For better access, the side doors swing 170 degrees for easier loading in tight parking spaces. And the windows in those small doors now roll down (completely) for more comfort and venting options. The moonroof cover is a solid material on most trim levels. Instrumentation is complete, responsive, and easier to see at a glance for 2008. Dual-zone climate control supporting a side-to-side delta of 30 degrees (fahrenheit) is offered on many models (diesels get a fast warm-up function), and the navigation system is available only on ltz models. The higher box sides haven't compromised rear visibility, and the new towing mirrors are a big improvement. driving impressionthe current chevy silverado hd boasts marked gains in ride quality over the previous-generation versions. It is the most car-like of the big pickup trucks. that said, an hd silverado drives heavy, as in a solid feel and deliberate control inputs. It is confident empty or with a maximum load on board, and the added frame stiffness and body build quality mean there is much less sensation of a separate cab and box. Pogo-sticking or bobbing is dependent on road surface and wheelbase and ultimately hard to avoid everywhere, but such motions are now well-controlled and unlikely to redistribute improperly secured cargo. the hd is a serious truck, designed to carry anywhere from a ton up. Two, it tends to be a bit lighter up front, especially comparing a gas silverado to a v10 gas ford. The areas where some of the competition deliver a better ride are those with small bumps and irregularities where their larger tires soak up more, and in empty dually configurations; the silverado does not kick more in the back, but it is noticed more because the front is more relaxed. brakes are al. Climate Control✔ AM/FM✔ Heated Seats✔ Cruise Control✔ Air Conditioning✔ Navigation System✔ Remote Start✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Aluminum Wheels
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