The Chevrolet S10 SS for 1997

A lot has been said about the Chevrolet S10 for 1997. As Chevrolet's entry in the standard cab pickup market the S10 (and in this case specically the SS version) has maintained a good reputation. The 2-door S10 is especially appealing to wide market segment, making it a perfect truck to help Chevrolet as a brand in general.

Chevrolet S10 Engine Specs

The S10 SS is equipped with a General Motors 4.3 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 12 valves. The Vortec engine is mated to a General Motors 4-speed Transmission. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Standard Cab Pickup arena.

The fuel system for the 1997 S10 is a traditional Central MFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 25.00 gallons.

The S10 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The truck uses coil and leaf springs front and rear respectively.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the S10 SS are 77.50 inches wide by 189.80 inches long. It sits a comfortable 76.00 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 111.00 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The listed retail price in 1997 (MSRP) was $19,054, with an invoice cost of $17,244. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Standard Cab Pickup.

The standard warranty period for the S10 is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the standard cab pickup market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.

Fuel Efficiency

The 1997 S10 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is exceptional for a standard cab pickup truck.

We Think...

There are several reasons why the Chevrolet S10 SS sold well in 1997. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Chevrolet, specifically a S10.

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