2002 Silhouette purchase

[Camry93]

Im looking at purchasing a 02 GLS from a friend and was wonder peoples impressions as to if it would be a good deal at 12K Cdn. The van has almost 200k of all Hwy kilometers and was very well maintained. It is loaded with leather and all the goodies. Any concerns about reliability?

[scrapdaddy]

do not buy this van they are junk. just read some of the posts on here or go see the pages of recalls for these vans. we own one and its crap. if u need a van go buy a toyota sienna or a caravan gm doesnt know how to build a van.


if u do buy in 6 months remember these words......I TOLD U SO

[gls02]

Take my advice and all of the advice you get on the internet with a grain of salt. My 2002 Silhouette has been excellent. You know the person that owns the van which is a big advantage over someone just buying used and not knowing how the vehicle was treated.

I can't tell you if you are getting a good deal, only you can decide that. All vehicles have problems, check out Honda, Toyota's and see for yourself.

[diesel1962]

Hello.I would not buy this van.I have a Consumer Reports magazene,And the Olds,Pontiac,and Chevrolet mini vans are the ones to avoid buying used.I had an Olds van.I liked the fuel mileage,and the fact that you could haul alot of stuff with it.But when the intake gasket went,thats when I sold it.They are difficult to repair,and I did not feel like working on it.I have no garage,and live in a cold climate(Michigan).Other than that,go ahead and buy it.Maby you can get a couple of years use out of it.But when you start to have major engine/transmisson problems,be prepaired to spend alot of money to have a shop do the work,Or take a couple of weeks vacation away from work to do the repairs yourself.Good luck,and have a good day!! Diesel 1962

[LastOne]

Run like HELL and never look back. They will not be your friend for long if you buy it