Following GMCs move to rebadge the Jimmy as the Yukon in the early
90s Chevrolet did the same with the Blazer line of cars. The mid
size S10 Blazer was now known as just the Blazer and what was
formerly the full size Blazer was now marketed under the Tahoe
name. This referred to the rugged environment surrounding Lake
Tahoe in the US. They are still being produced as part of the GM
full size SUV family and the Tahoe has often been the best selling
full size SUV available in the US reportedly outselling others by 2
to 1. This 97 Tahoe is the LS trim level and runs well. It has been
well maintained and drives out smoothly. It doesn't have any body
issues and is painted in Black with Silver accents around the
fenders. It is the 2 door version with the fold down rear gate. All
of the glass is in good shape and tinted. It rides on aftermarket
wheels with Stampede Radial AS2 tires.
It is powered by a 5.7L V8 that runs well and is backed by a 4
speed automatic transmission. It has all of the original luxury
items like the power brakes, power steering and air
conditioning.
The interior is done in Gray cloth and the upholstery has been well
maintained considering its age. There are no major rips or tears in
the cloth. It has bucket seats up front with a bench in the rear.
Everything has the original layout with no real customizations from
stock. All of the original dash components are there including the
original gauges, AM/FM/Cassette/CD player, etc. It has a center
console between the seats as well as an overhead console.
If you are looking for an affordable driver then this may be the
perfect fit. It is hard to believe that in just a few years this
thing will be considered a classic. That should be good news to you
though because registration and insurance costs on this Tahoe due
to its age will soon go way down.
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