A live axle handles the rear suspension and has a bit more wheel travel than the front, but still falls short for a vehicle of this size. Exterior The exterior of the Suburban remains mostly unchanged for 1999. This system is not all-wheel drive, but more accurately termed a standby four-wheel-drive system. The tailgate is available as a no cost option in place of the older style panel doors. The big block mill puts out some 290 horses at 4000 rpms and an impressive 410 lb. I tried to include as many pictures as possible so you can see the true condition of the car.
The leather wrapped captains chairs and steering wheel bathe you in comfort. Off the beaten path, the rig is typical Suburban… too big for anything more than a dirt road with some mole hills. All driving components work just as they should, the tranny is nice and tight and shifts very smooth, and the brakes work great. DealRatingFilter selectedRatingList, null ; ratingFilter. New Features and Revisions The 2013 Suburban carries over with minimal changes. TruckCabinFilter selectedCabinList, null ; truckCabinFilter.
SellerTypeFilter selectedSellerTypeList, null ; sellerTypeFilter. It is neither designed nor suited for tight twisty back woods trails. The feature slows the vehicle on steep descents using engine torque, which can reduce brake wear. At that point, torque is automatically diverted to the front axle. But minivans don't project a macho, outdoorsy, I'm-not-a-soccer-mom, we-bought-Yahoo.
Some may say its getting a little long in the tooth, but no other manufacturer has stepped up and matched its size, towing ability and available interior space. DoorsFilter selectedDoorsList, null ; doorsFilter. WheelSystemFilter selectedWheelSystemList, null ; wheelSystemFilter. Its spacious, no ample… no behemoth interior allows for not only the largest of people, but the largest number of people and provides more than ample leg, hip, shoulder and head room. Each of its cylinders is roughly the size of a quart paint can! If you have never driven a Suburban it can be quite a shock.
It has more interior space than some cargo planes I have seen, and it is heaven on the highway. Even though the L29 can't match the optional 6. Please view all 50 interior pictures. But this particular Suburban 2500 doesn't just stand out for its mileage. You will be more than impressed with with the condition of exterior. Minor cosmetic changes have improved the grille area, but the classic look still survives. If you've been looking for an ultra-cool, slightly retro family hauler, here's your chance to get something particularly special.
FuelTypeFilter selectedFuelTypeList, null ; fuelTypeFilter. There's no questioning the Suburban's drafthorse credentials, but just as Clydesdales, the 1899 equivalent of big-block V-8s but with more solid particulate emissions , have become merely celebrity beer salesmen, Suburbans are frequently kept as pets by affluent people who need--but refuse to have--a minivan. This Suburban is also 100% loaded with every option including dual power and heated seats with work perfect. It has an 8-passenger interior. You will be more than impressed with with the condition of exterior.
The stereo system has a clear and crisp sound, but lacks somewhat in bass and distorts at high volume. . The mirror self-dims when headlight from behind, at nighttime shine on it. SeatingFilter selectedSeatingList, null ; seatingFilter. Like with all of our vehicles here, this is Carfax Certified Vehicle. That alone is unusual, since most 2500-level Chevy Suburban models were built for serious use -- like towing and hauling heavy loads -- and most have covered hundreds of thousands of miles. The Vortec 7400 L29 big block V8 engine uses sophisticated technology to provide impressive horsepower and torque output, and long intervals between recommended service.
This isn't your typical Suburban. Once the speeds of the front and rear prop shafts are equalized traction is regained , the transfer case returns to its standby mode until another speed differential occurs. Overall Driving Impressions While the 1999 Suburban is the ultimate utility vehicle it falls a little short on the sport side. What the Suburban gives up in off-road prowess, it more than makes up for with the ability to tow your Jeep, Land Cruiser or back woods blaster to the trial head with ease. Chevrolet also introduces the new Auto-Trac System.
Interior Interior fit and finish rated just shy of a perfect ten. The suspension provided little compression and droop and hung tires consistently. For instance, it uses the torque-heavy 6. Standard illuminated entry feature keeps the dome light on for 20 seconds 40 seconds for vehicles equipped with Remote Keyless Entry system and turns on when the vehicle is unlocked with the remote keyless entry system. A single-speed transfer case is made standard on four-wheel-drive models; a two-speed transfer case is optional.