Chevrolet Chevy van problems
The Chevrolet Van or Chevy Van (also known as the Chevrolet/GMC G-series vans and GMC Vandura) is a range of vans that was manufactured by General Motors from the 1964 to 1996 model years. Introduced as the successor for the rear-engine Corvair Corvan/Greenbrier, the model line also replaced the panel van configuration of the Chevrolet Suburban. The vehicle was sold both in passenger van and cargo van configurations as well as a cutaway van chassis that served as the basis for a variety of custom applications.
Produced across three generations (1964–66, 1967–70, and 1970–96), the model line was sold under a wide variety of model names under both the Chevrolet and GMC brands. The first two generations were forward control vehicles (with the engine placed between the seats); the third generation adopted a configuration placing the engine forward of the driver. The second and third generations shared powertrain commonality with the C/K pickup truck model line.
After the 1996 model year, GM retired the G-Series vans, replacing them with the GMT600-platform Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana.
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Common Chevrolet Chevy van problems
Based on the complaints from owners of Chevrolet Chevy Van cars, several common problems have been identified:
- Ignition Coil Malfunction: Owners have reported problems with the ignition coil, which is responsible for transforming the battery's voltage into an electric spark. A damaged ignition coil can result in insufficient power to start the engine, leading to starting issues for the vehicle.
- Starter Motor Problems: The starter motor is essential for turning the engine over and initiating the combustion process. If the starter motor malfunctions, it can prevent the engine from starting, causing frustration for the vehicle owner. Replacing a faulty starter motor is necessary to resolve this issue.
These common problems with Chevrolet Chevy Van cars highlight various issues that owners may encounter, ranging from leaks and interior quality issues to critical engine components like the timing belt, ignition coil, and starter motor. Addressing these problems promptly and with the help of professional mechanics can help maintain the performance and reliability of the Chevy Chevy Van.
Are Chevy Express vans reliable?
The Chevrolet Express 1500 Reliability Rating is 3.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 9th out of 21 for commercial vans. The average annual repair cost is $963 which means it has poor ownership costs.
What is the recall on the Chevy van?
Recall # N202325160 Date: 03/18/2021 Recall: General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles equipped with 6.6L gasoline engines. The positive battery cable terminals may contact a fuse block assembly attachment post and cause an electrical short circuit.
How many miles can a Chevy cargo van last?
How Long Will the 2017 Chevrolet Express Last? A well-maintained 2017 Chevrolet Express can last around 250,000 miles, which is similar to other cargo vans like the Ford Transit.
How many miles per gallon does a Chevy van get?
According to Kelley Blue Book's review of the 2022 model year, the base engine for the Chevy Express is a 4.3-liter V6. This engine has an estimated EPA fuel economy rating of 16 miles per gallon (mpg) in the city and 20 mpg on the highway.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Chevrolet Chevy van years
We have researched Chevrolet problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Chevrolet Chevy van cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Chevrolet Chevy van model years:
- Chevrolet Chevy van 2001
- Chevrolet Chevy van 1997
- Chevrolet Chevy van 1999
- Chevrolet Chevy van 1998
- Chevrolet Chevy van 2003
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Chevrolet Chevy van model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Chevrolet Chevy van years
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Chevrolet Chevy van car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Chevrolet Chevy van , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Structure problems
- Visibility problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Chevrolet Chevy van vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Chevy van model years
A total of 9 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Chevy van model years
There were a total of 5 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Chevy van model years
There were a total of 14 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 97 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Chevrolet Chevy van . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Chevrolet Chevy van vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Chevrolet Chevy van 2003
- Date Of Incident: 2018-10-02
- Date Complaint: 2018-10-24
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: NEW VEHICLES HAVE BLINDING HEADLIGHTS. VERY BAD. WHY ARE THESE BEING ALLOWED ON THE ROAD!?
Chevrolet Chevy van 1998
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-10
- Date Complaint: 2018-07-26
- VIN: 1GNCS13W5W2
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: PASSENGER AIR BAG EXPLODED AS I PUT MY TRUCK IN REVERSE , SITTING STILL
Chevrolet Chevy van 1994
- Date Of Incident: 2006-06-11
- Date Complaint: 2018-06-25
- VIN: 1GCEG25Z8RF
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: A SMALL CHIP IN THE WINDSHIELD RESULTED IN BIG CRACKS SPREADING ACROSS THE WINDSHIELD IN THE WINTER WHEN THE TEMPERATURE DROPPED TO FREEZING.
Chevrolet Chevy van 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-20
- Date Complaint: 2018-02-01
- VIN: 1GCDM19X85B
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ABS BRAKE SYSTEM LIGHT ON. INSPECTION FAILED. SAID IT WAS A "SAFETY ISSUE" NO RECALL THOUGH. 1800.00 REPAIR PARTS AND LABOR. IF THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE THEN WHY ISN'T THE PART RECALLED ? ONLINE THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE WITH THE SAME ISSUE, WE HAVE HAD OUR BRAKE SYSTEM LOOKED AT AND IT IS FINE AND SAFE, EVEN THOUGH THE LIGHT IS ON. ON THE CHEVY ASTRO RECALL PAGES IT EVEN STATES AND I QOUTE " THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) CONTROL UNIT MAY FAIL INTERNALLY CAUSING THE ABS WARNING LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE." THIS ISN'T A SAFETY ISSUE, IT'S A PARTS ISSUE, THE PART IS GLUED TOGETHER MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO FIX. THIS IS OBSOLESCENCE , "MAKE IT TO BREAK" MENTALITY. I WAS SUPPOSED TO GO ON VACATION , NOW THE AUTO INDUSTRY HAS MY VACATION MONEY. THIS ISN'T FAIR TO THE CONSUMER, PUTTING A PART IN THAT WAS MEANT TO BE REPLACED AND NOT REPAIRED, EVEN WHEN THE CAR COMPANIES KNOW IT IS DEFECTIVE. PEOPLE ARE DRIVING CHEVY ASTRO'S WITH THIS SYSTEM DISENGAGED AND HAVING NO PROBLEMS WITH THEIR BRAKES. TOTALLY UNFAIR TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE. IF I WANT A VACATION NOW I'LL HAVE TO BORROW MONEY TO DO IT, OR PUT IT ON MY CREDIT CARD. THANKS TO WHOEVER MADE THESE LAWS, AND THEN DIDN'T MAKE THE CAR COMPANIES RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR PARTS.
Chevrolet Chevy van 2000
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-19
- Date Complaint: 2017-11-19
- VIN: JPS7340
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: BRAKE LIGHTS ARE OUT
Chevrolet Chevy van 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-25
- Date Complaint: 2017-08-05
- VIN: 1GCSKTE22AZ
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: ENTIRE DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED INCLUDING THE AREA AROUND THE PASSENGER AIRBAG. THIS IS A 2010 CHEVY SILVERADO PICKUP TRUCK.
Chevrolet Chevy van 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-22
- Date Complaint: 2015-09-24
- VIN: 2GCEK19V2X1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: PUSHED THE BRAKES AND THERE WAS NO BRAKES. REAR BRAKE LINES LEAKING. ALL RUSTED BERAK LINES ON THIS 1999 CHEVY SILVERADO
Chevrolet Chevy van 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2014-02-14
- Date Complaint: 2015-06-05
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GNDX03E41D
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I WAS A PASSENGER IN MY OWN VEHICLE AND WE WERE GOING THE SPEED LIMIT EAST BOUND. ANOTHER CAR CAME OUT INFRONT OF MY VEHICLE AND AS WE APPROACHED THE INTERSECTION WE STRUCK THE OTHER VEHICLE AS THERE WAS NO OTHER CHOICE. I WAS BADLY INJURED BECAUSE MY AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. I WAS BELTED IN BUT MY WHOLE LEFT SIDE STILL HIT THE DASH AND HEAD BROKE THE WINDSHIELD. THE EMERGENCY RESPONDERS SAID I WOULDN'T HAVE BEEN AS BADLY INJURED IF THE BAGS WOULD HAVE DEPLOYED. WE WEREN'T CITED BUT THE OTHER DRIVER WAS. I CONTACTED GENERAL MOTORS BUT THEY ARE FAILING TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THEIR PRODUCT. THEY SAID IT WAS MY RESPONSIBLY TO KEEP TRACK OF THE VEHICLE AFTER MY INSURANCE TOTALED IT OUT. I HAVE PICTURES OF THE VEHICLE INSIDE AND OUT. AND ALL EMAILS BETWEEN GM AND MYSELF. I WOULD LIKE SOMETHING DONE AS I AM STILL RECOVERING FROM THE ACCIDENT.
Chevrolet Chevy van 1998
- Date Of Incident: 2013-12-26
- Date Complaint: 2014-08-27
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GBFG15R1W1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF US SLAMMED ON HIS BRAKES I APPLIED MINE BUT I HAD NO BRAKES. THEY HAD ROTTED OUT. *TR
Chevrolet Chevy van 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-20
- Date Complaint: 2014-06-23
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GNDX03E2XD
- Components: STEERING,AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY & STEERING KNUCKLE DEFECTIVE UPDATED 10/21/14*BF THE CONSUMER STATED THERE ARE MULTIPLE FAILURES WITH THE STEERING. UPDATED 7/8/2015 *JS
Chevrolet Chevy van 2003
- Date Of Incident: 2013-04-10
- Date Complaint: 2014-04-02
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: 2003 CHEVY VENTURE SUDDENLY ACCELERATE AND CONTINUALLY GAIN SPEED EVEN WITHOUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I ACTUALLY HAVE TO RIDE THE BRAKES TO GET WITHIN THE 25 MPH SPEED LIMIT ALL THE WAY. THIS EVENT REPEATING THEMSELVES EVERY TWO DAYS WAITING FOR AN ACCIDENT. I WENT ATLEAST 4 MECHANICS THEY CLEANED EVERYTHING THEY KEPT MY CAR THREE DAYS EACH. THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT IS THE PROBLEM. I WANT GM TO FIX THIS PROBLEM. MY CAR IS 10 YEARS OLD. THIS DOESN'T MEAN I HAVE TO FLY UP TO THE MOON WITH IT, KILLING MY FAMILY AND OTHER PEOPLE. *TR
Chevrolet Chevy van 1997
- Date Of Incident: 2001-05-13
- Date Complaint: 2014-03-13
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: MY HUSBAND WROTE A LENGTHY LETTER DETAILING THE PROBLEM AND EVENTS AROUND THE TIME WE WERE FORCED TO TRADE OUR VAN FOR A TAHOE IN JULY/AUGUST 2001. I WAS DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 40 NEAR CROSSVILLE, TN, WHEN THE ENGINE QUIT LEAVING ME WITH LITTLE CONTROL AND BARELY ABLE TO MOVE IT SAFELY TO THE ROADSIDE. IT WAS TOWED TO THE CHEVY DEALER IN CROSSVILLE, WHO COULD FIND NOTHING WRONG WITH IT. AFTER MULTIPLE EVENTS LATER THE SAME TYPE INCIDENT HAPPENED WHEN MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING ON A CROWDED TALLAHASSEE, FL, ROAD WHILE WE WERE ON VACATION. THEIR CHEVY DEALER TRIED TO FIND THE PROBLEM BUT COULDN'T EITHER. WE DROVE IT HOME ON BACK HIGHWAYS TO OUR TOWN OF TULLAHOMA,TN, VERY CAREFULLY, BUT IT STALLED OUT AGAIN 50 MILES FROM HOME. THE CHEVY DEALER WHERE WE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE REFUSED TO STAND BEHIND IT, EVEN THOUGH IT WAS NOT QUITE 3 YEARS OLD, AND INSISTED THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG AND THAT IT WAS SAFE TO DRIVE. WE WERE FORCED TO TRADE OUR VAN, AND THE DEALERSHIP SOLD IT TO SOMEONE ELSE IN THAT DANGEROUS CONDITION. THAT'S WHY MY HUSBAND REPORTED IT TO YOU AT THAT TIME; WE DIDN'T WANT ANYONE ELSE TO BE HURT OR DIE FROM THE PROBLEM. THE IGNITION SHUTTING OFF, LIKE WHAT HAS HAPPENED TO SO MANY OTHER GM CARS, IS EXACTLY WHAT WAS HAPPENING TO OUR VAN. NOW I BELIEVE GM HAS HAD THIS PROBLEM FOR A LONGER TIME. I JUST HEARD ON THE NEWS THAT IT HAS BEEN TRACED BACK TO 2001; IT MUST BE EVEN OLDER THAN THAT. I CAN PROVIDE THE VIN # WHEN WE GET BACK TO TN AS MY HUSBAND IS WORKING A JOB IN FL RIGHT NOW. ALSO, WE DROVE ANOTHER GM VAN THE DAY BEFORE WE PURCHASED THE CHEVY VAN AND IT DID THE SAME THING ON THE WAY HOME FROM A TRIP TO FRANKLIN, TN, THEREFORE WE RETURNED IT, AS THE GM DEALERSHIP COULDN'T FIND THE PROBLEM. YES, THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A LONG TIME AND I AM THANKFUL TO BE ALIVE! *TR
Chevrolet Chevy van 1997
- Date Of Incident: 2013-01-01
- Date Complaint: 2013-11-06
- VIN: 1GNEL19W2VB
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: MY VAN STARTED MAKING A STRANGE CRUNCHING SOUND. I WAS TOLD BY A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP THAT THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER IS CRACKED INSIDE. IT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. *TR
Chevrolet Chevy van 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2013-02-22
- Date Complaint: 2013-03-14
- Fire: 1
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I AM A FATHER OF 7 KIDS BOUGHT 2 CHEVY VENTURE VANS . ONE IS 2003 ON 06/12 AND 1999 ON 10/13 THE 2003 VEHICLE I WAS DRIVING ME AND MY 7 KIDS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FREE WAY AND OUT OF NO WHERE THE VAN START SLOWING THE SPEED FROM 60 MPH TO 30 MPH SUDDENLY OUT OF NO WHERE THE ENGINE START SMOKING AND THE HOLE TRANSMISSION FALL IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FWY MY KIDS START SCREAMING AFRAID THEY WE ALL GOING TO DIE. I AM STILL IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FREEWAY AND WE HAVE NO IDEA WHAT THE HILL IS GOING OWN I CALLED THE POLICE AND THE TOWING TRUCK AND TOW MY CAR TO A MECHANIC AND ME AND MY KIDS TOOK A TAXI IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FREE WAY AT 10:00PM AT KNIGHT .IN THE MORNING THE MECHANIC CALLED ME AND TOLD ME THAT HE CANT START THE CAR & SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE FUEL SYSTEM & THE STEERING AND THE STARTER & THE TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY BURNS THERE NO WAY TO BE FIX SO MY INSURANCE DID NOT COVER ANY OF DAMAGES .I WAS AT A COMPLETE SHOCK BECAUSE I AM ALWAYS IN A VERY GOOD SHAPE I DO MY OIL CHANGE ON TIME I DO MY BREAKS AND MY TIRES ANY THING THE CAR NEED I DO IT ON TIME .SO ME AND MY WIFE STRUGGLE WITH WALKING 3.6 MILE EVERY DAY TO DROP OUR KIDS TO SCHOOL AFTER 3 MONTHS STRUGGLING WE FINALLY SAVE $4000 WE BOUGHT 1999 CHEVY VENTURE ON 10/18/2012 HAS 91.000 VERY LAW MILE. THEN EVERY THING HAPPEN ON THE 2003 CHEVY WE HAVE WORST ON THE 1999 THE COLENT START ACTING AND WE FIX IT AND START LEAKING AGAIN WE REPLACE IT TO BRAND NEW AND THEN THE CHECK ENGINE START COMING OUT WE THOUGHT IS THE MECHANIC WE CHANGED THE MECHANIC AND WE FLUSH THE WHOLE COLENT SYSTEM AFTER WE REPLACED IT TO BRAND NEW AND WE CHANGE THE OIL THEN THE RIGHT AUTOMATIC DOOR START OPENS WILE WE ARE DRIVING OUR KIDS TO SCHOOL IN 02/22/13 MY WIFE CALLED ME FROM OUR KIDS SCHOOL AND TOLD ME THAT THE CAR IS SMOKING VERY BADLY AND THE VAN JUST SHOUT DOWN .PLEASE WE NEED HELP WE LOST 2 VANS LESS THAN 6 MONTHS HELP WE HAVE NO CAR . *TR
Chevrolet Chevy van 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2012-01-10
- Date Complaint: 2013-03-07
- VIN: 1GNDX03EXXD
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: PERSONALLY I THINK THE WHOLE VAN IS GARBAGE AND UNSAFE TO BE EVEN ALOUD ON THE ROADS. I HAVE HAD SO MANY PROBLEMS STARTING WITH HEAD GASKET~ THE ELECTRICAL IS A NIGHTMARE, VAN DIES EVERY FEW MONTHS FOR A REASON THAT 4 DIFFERENT MECHANICS CANT FIGURE OUT & I HAVE BOUGHT 6 BATTERIES IN THE PAST YEAR AND A HALF. MY POWER LOCKS STOPPED WORKING, MY POWER WINDOWS MOVE VERY SLOW & I HAVE TO HELP PULL AND PUSH THEM DOWN AND NOW MY PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW DON'T EVEN MOVE. MY FUEL WAS LEAKING BY INTAKE. MY CHECK ENGINE, AIR BAGS, BRAKES, BATTERY LIGHTS COME ON & OFF. HEADLIGHTS ARE VERY DIM AND FOGGY, FORGET TURNING SIGNALS. I REPLACED THEM AND THEY JUST GO OUT AGAIN. STARTER WENT, JUST REPLACED WHOLE EXHAUST SYSTEM & NOW THE COOLING SYSTEM, FANS ARE GOING HAYWIRE! LOUD BANGING NOISE LIKE SOMEONE IS UNDER THE HOOD TRYING TO GET OUT BUT CANT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. GM SHOULD REALLY HAVE A RECALL ON THE VEHICLES FOR SAFETY REASONS FOR SURE. *TR
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Latest positive Chevrolet Chevy van car reviews
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Vehicle year: 1998
I love my 1993 G20 with a 5.7 liter V8! It has plenty of power, great mileage on the highway, and can haul just about anything. I bought it with 53,000 miles and now has 65,000 miles on it. I have had to do nothing to it but general maintenance. I am so pleased with it and hope to have it for years to come. It drives and runs like it is brand new.
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Vehicle year: 1996
I recently installed poly bushings in the sway bar and added poly air bags to the front springs, resulting in a superb ride. Unfortunately, the T.P.S. went bad at 75,000 miles, causing a high idle, and the air conditioner compressor seized at 70,000 miles, which burned up the serpentine belt, leaving me without water pumping, alternator or power steering. However, I was able to fix the issue by installing a bypass pulley and a new belt. Additionally, the exhaust fell off, but I was able to install a clamp on a new one from the cat. converter. Although the trip counter gears stripped out, the odometer and counter are still in good condition. Overall, I am very happy with my van, which has been very dependable with 75,000 miles on it now.
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Vehicle year: 1997
I'm so glad I bought this 93 G30/5.7L van, even though it had a lot of miles on it. It starts and runs like a dream, getting me through every day with ease. I've had to do minimal maintenance on it, and it's been incredibly reliable.
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Vehicle year: 1995
Lots of room for people and cargo. The Beauville trim option adds a nice touch to the already great styling.
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Vehicle year: 1995
I love hearing about your 1993 G20 with a 5.7 liter V8! It sounds like a powerful and reliable vehicle that can handle anything you throw at it. It's great to hear that you've had such a positive experience with it, and I hope it continues to serve you well for many years to come. Thanks for sharing your story!
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Jordyn Zemlak 2024-11-12
Vehicle year: 1995
I bought this van in April 2004 with 94,500 miles and it has been a reliable companion ever since. As of July 2006, it has 125,000 miles on it. It's a G20 Shorty (180in long) with a 4.3L engine. Compared to a Ford van, the front end is excellent. The gas mileage ranges from 17 (city) to 20 (highway) at 65mph. Although the A/C has been a constant problem, the engine has been very reliable. Unfortunately, the A/C compressor has been replaced twice in the last two years and is broken again now. Lastly, the factory jack is a bit clumsy to use.
Robin Homenick 2024-11-04
Vehicle year: 1995
Hi there! I noticed that your car has had some issues with the u joints and right rear axle rusting out. It sounds like you've had to replace quite a few parts already. Would you like some help finding a solution to these problems?
Mohamed Hamill 2024-10-28
Vehicle year: 1998
Hi there! We have a great van available with moderate mileage.
Cordelia Witting 2024-10-22
Vehicle year: 1996
Hi there! I wanted to share my experience with my conversion van. I bought it back in '95 with only 26,000 miles on it, and it's been quite the journey since then! While I've had to replace the brakes every year and the axle bearings need replacing annually, it's always started up and shifted smoothly. Unfortunately, the A/C finally gave out after 10 years, but that was to be expected. Recently, it was totaled, but I'm grateful for the memories we made together!
Garret Auer 2024-10-05
Vehicle year: 1996
Hi there! We have a great van available with moderate mileage.