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1986 Chevrolet Suburban Silverado on 2040-cars

Year:1986 Mileage:97380 Color: Red & Silver Grey /
 Silver Grey
Location:

Girard, Pennsylvania, United States

Girard, Pennsylvania, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:SUV
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:350
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Family of Original Owner
VIN: 1G8GC26M0GF184384 Year: 1986
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Suburban
Trim: 4-Door
Options: Cassette Player
Drive Type: 2WD
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Locks, Power Windows
Mileage: 97,380
Sub Model: Silverado
Exterior Color: Red & Silver Grey
Number of Doors: 4
Interior Color: Silver Grey
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

This 1986 Chevrolet Suburban with the Silverado package has an equalizing trailer hitch and extra-heavy suspension for towing a heavy trailer.  


The vehicle is in good running condition and has near-new tires.  It was overhauled by the local dealership last year, and has no serious mechanical problems.  The hauling capabilities of this machine are awesome!  We've used it to move everything from huge loaded haywagons to a very heavy 26 foot vintage travel trailer - with the cargo area loaded, 6 people on board, and a canoe strapped to the roof - with excellent results.  The non-slip differential makes it great for muddy/snowy conditions.

As one should expect on a vehicle of this age, there is some deterioration and minor niggling faults; but nothing that really restricts the usefulness of the vehicle.  There is some hesitation and tendency to stall, reflecting the need for carb work - something the dealer (who obviously only uses Chevy-supplied parts) couldn't address.  There has been some body work on the lower fenders/rocker panels, needed to pass PA inspection.  The finish on the roof is peeling, and shows some surface rust through the primer we used last season.  The driver's seat back has worn thin, there's a couple of tears in the headliner,  and the passenger door lock sometimes has to be opened manually.

Routine gas mileage isn't as bad as one might expect; 12 mpg seems to be about the norm.  It's got a big gas tank, which does negate the need for frequent refilling.  The engine performs far cleaner - and better - if one uses a higher grade in the tank.

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