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tsiguy96
07-21-09, 04:24 PM
hi guys, new to these cars, looking at this car for sale:

http://www.easyautosales.com/used-cars/2001-Chevrolet-Blazer-Xtreme-12217106.html

looking to replace my 03 mustang GT. are these things fun to drive, not horrible on gas, and comfortable to ride in?

also looking at s10 xtremes, hard to find for a good price.
offroadfirstgen
07-21-09, 04:27 PM
first off welcome to the site

and

BUY IT jk i couldnt recomend anything from afar ild need to see it in person didnt that website have a mpg rating right next to the pics? test drive?
tsiguy96
07-21-09, 04:35 PM
first off welcome to the site

and

BUY IT jk i couldnt recomend anything from afar ild need to see it in person didnt that website have a mpg rating right next to the pics? test drive?

well the price is right, thats factory MPG ratings i dunno if those are 100% accurate. id fly out to columbus and if its right, drive it home. if not, fly back...its hard to find em that cheap and it looks good.
soCAL1stgen
07-21-09, 04:37 PM
if you like it, get it. i personally don't like 2nd gens.
tsiguy96
07-21-09, 04:38 PM
if you like it, get it. i personally don't like 2nd gens.

im looking at either blazer or s10 xtremes, thats about it...need a highway warrior for driving to and from school every weekend for a few months. still want something sporty too.
tsiguy96
07-21-09, 04:44 PM
also, the interior looks pretty crappy compared to my mustang. is it atleast comfortable to sit in?
spideyjected
07-21-09, 07:52 PM
Second gen's are pretty comfy. First gen's not quite as much, but still not too bad. I've always had a soft spot for Blazers, so I'd say go for it. But yea, any time you buy a used vehicle it's a bit like playing russian roulette.
jgx421
07-21-09, 08:03 PM
that price isn't bad...and it looks nice.....test drive it.

I don't like the way they average out the mileage though.
Jongo88
07-21-09, 08:45 PM
The front air dam looks loose.
tsiguy96
07-22-09, 12:05 AM
The front air dam looks loose.

wow youre right, i wonder if its been in an accident. its hard to test drive as its 7 hours away, but hte price is definitely right.
87wildside
07-22-09, 07:45 AM
People are idiots and hit the air dam on parking blocks all the time.
Find a dealer around you with something similar and test drive that.

Personally I don't like the factory 60/40 seat in these trucks, not enough support. Feels like you are sitting on a couch rater then a car seat. Cavalier or Camaro seats are an easy swap to remedy the problem. I have never driven a second gen with factory buckets so I have no input on them.
Stickdeath08
07-22-09, 10:10 AM
The carfax has 7 reports listed for it...
Mikz86TA
07-22-09, 11:35 AM
I like it.
Check into why the rear bumper corner is bent up and why the right gfx isnt. Maybe some prior damage. Maybe minor tho
tsiguy96
07-22-09, 05:32 PM
The carfax has 7 reports listed for it...

can you elaborate? i dont have carfax...
tsiguy96
07-23-09, 08:09 PM
some prick bought it from under me! i was gonna make an offer today! bastards...i have found a few others im looking at though, ill keep you updated!

ps. anyone have any ways to maximize fuel efficiency for highway trips with these cars?
Stickdeath08
07-23-09, 08:28 PM
New intake

...sweet chip from ebay lol
tsiguy96
07-23-09, 10:05 PM
found another! what do you guys think of the interiors of these cars in general? im gonna miss my mustang interior :(