A high point in the standard cab pickup market is the Chevrolet Silverado 1500. In 2003 Chevrolet rolled out an upgraded version of the Silverado 1500 with five versions: SS, Base, LS, LT, and WT. Sales for the Silverado 1500, especially the Silverado 1500 WT, were brisk during 2003 and 2004. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.

2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 WT Specs

Standard equipment in the Silverado 1500 for 2002 and 2003 includes the 5.3 liter engine by General Motors, weighing in at 8 cylinders and sixteen valves. A 4-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the Vortec engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Silverado 1500.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The Silverado 1500 comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The truck uses coil front springs and leaf in the rear.

The fuel system for the 2003 Silverado 1500 is a SFI system, running on FLEX . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

Statistics

The dimensions of the Silverado 1500 WT are 78.50 inches wide by 222.10 inches long. It sits 71.00 inches off the ground. It seats a standard three passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 133.00 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The standard warranty period for the Silverado 1500 is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the standard cab pickup market.

The listed retail price in 2003 (MSRP) was $19,250, with a dealer invoice cost of $17,421. This price is in line with the industry average price for a two-door Standard Cab Pickup.

MPG Ratings

The 2003 Silverado 1500 gets 19 - 21 miles/gallon on the highway and only 15 - 16 in the city. This is below average for a standard cab pickup truck.

In 2002 and 2003 the Silverado 1500 WT was availble in the exterior colors of Arrival Blue Metallic, Black, Dark Gray Metallic, Dark Green Metallic, Light Pewter Metallic, Summit White, and Victory Red. Additional options were available as special orders from the factory.

Parting Shots

There are several reasons why the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 WT sold well in 2003. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Chevrolet, specifically a Silverado 1500.

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