I bought a 2003 Blazer (green, 2WD, 2 door, 4.3L with under 40K) back in '05 that was like brand new, newest vehicle I have ever owned. Other than oil changes, brakes, tires, etc the only problem I ever had with it was the fuel pump went out and the spider injector assembly I replaced. Drove it over 200K until someone pulled out in front of me and totaled it. I really hated to loose that one, and still wish I had it back. With the insurance money I bought an '02 that had over 100K (4 door, 2wd same 4.3L) and still have it today. It was a lot rougher shape when I got it than my 03 was right before the wreck. I keep dreaming of fixing it up but life keeps me to busy. The power windows don't work great, the drivers inside door panel needs replacing, the a/c fan motor fluctuates when you get on or off the throttle (this puzzles the heck out of me), and the body and interior is rough but I think it could all be fixed but is it worth the time and money? I replaced the rear axles this year, new alternator few weeks back and now I think I have a bad fuel pump. What's next? But I still like this Blazer it pulls our vintage camper all over for lots of adventures.

 

Still cheaper than a car payment though lol

 

This is what I always conclude to.

Believe you me, I've spent enough on it to buy a slightly newer car....but then I wouldn't have a Blazer.

 

I just bought the 1999 LS 4DR. 4x4 with 138,000km. original owner with all records (bonus).
replacing- brakes, all fluids, filters, plugs, wires, inner wheel wells front, larger rims/tires.
Changed all lights to LED. already.
Radio not working worth a damn, like a ground wire is off. New unit Pioneer, I guess.
Lift or leveling kit? Maybe airbags.
Cheers, KW

 

Pioneers are good units. Always had good luck with them. You probably already know this, but the factory radio is a rather odd duck 1.5-DIN unit, so be sure the Pioneer you're considering is a 1.5-DIN or use a single-DIN with an adapter unless you're willing to cut up your dash. I put a single-DIN Sony MEX-GS820BT in our Jimmy to get the high power built-in amp, and we've been very happy with it - Bluetooth phone connectivity, MP3 playback, etc. I used a nice 1.5-DIN adapter with a little storage bin to fit the dash - the bin isn't big enough to hold a disc, but is great for receipts and such.


Display color adjusted to match odometer

Wheel with audio controls added as part of project

Passenger view of installed unit

 

I have bled at least one unit of blood in that motor... not to mention "involuntary skin grafts" over the years...does that count?

 

2002 Chevrolet Blazer LS, 2 wheel driver, 4 door, 4.3 Liter Vortec (non EGR type factory motor)

What I have done:
2 alternators
radiator
fuel pump
radiator cap
thermostat
MAF sensor
new vacuum lines
both rear axles, bearings, seals
brake calipers on the rear and 1 on the front
added tow hitch
oil & filter
brakes
tires
rear glass pistons

What it needs:
new coolant reservoir
drivers door panel
drivers window motor
drivers window switch
some new a/c seals/orings
paint & minor body touch up (scratches)

Not too bad for 225K+ miles
drivers side map light replaced

 

I have owned since September 2017. 132 000kms when purchased. this is a list of what i have documented, but I know there are 100's of other things i am missing
Date Modification
October 15, 2017 Rear Lift Gate Shocks
November 2, 2017 Blower motor
March 3, 2018 Serpentine Belt
May 1, 2018 Rear suspension New Shocks Rancho 5000 same for front
May 6, 2018 Rear Rotors and Pads
May 13, 2018 Cold air intake and Throttle Body Spacer, Throttle Body Mod
May 16, 2018 Spark plugs, Painted Rims, Front Suspension, Light Bar, Decals, Front Pads and Rotors
May 20, 2018 Oil change and Filter 142000KM / Magnetic Drain Plug Insert
May 26, 2018 Front Driver Side Hydraulic Line, Brake line to ABS replace old, Bled brakes
June 23, 2018 Spark Plug Wires Replaced
June 30, 2018 Both Front Bearings 148,800km SKF Replace
June 30, 2018 Window Motor Driver side
June 30, 2018 Instrument panel conversion to LED
July 6, 2018 Rear U joints x 2
July 7, 2018 Oil change and Filter 148000KM
July 7, 2018 Oil cooler line from radiator
July 14, 2018 Radiator Flush
August 10, 2018 Steering Dampner installed
August 19, 2018 153000 Oil Change and filter
September 8, 2018 Rear Hitch wires, Painted body lines down with Rocker Guard. Painted Grille with Rocker Guard
September 16, 2018 Distributor Cap & Distributor Rotor
September 26, 2018 Gasket, Lower intake, Valve covers, Oil Change and filter 155,000
November 17, 2018 Oil Change and Filter 159000
January 10, 2019 Fuel pressure line replaced (from tank to filter)
January 5, 2019 Oil Change and Filter 164000
January 23, 2019 Waterpump, Distributor - Cap and Rotor
January 31, 2019 Block Heater and Inline Coolant Heater 167000
February 24, 2019 Front Grille
February 14, 2019 Return Fuel line Repaired
February 16, 2019 LED Map light, LED cargo light
March 5, 2019 Headlight Assemblies (LED for blinkers)
March 6, 2019 Ball joints x 4, alignment
March 9, 2019 Oil Change Synthetic and Filter 170 000km
March 11, 2019 Parking Brake Pads, Parking Brake Cable, Backing Plate, Rear Axle seals
March 21, 2019 Driver side front Wheel Bearing (Warranty) SKF
March 26, 2019 B&M Transpak kit installed, New filter and Fluids New Transmission Pan with drain plug
April 20, 2019 Oil change and filter 175000km
May 20, 2019 Rear Passenger Caliper and pad (Blown caliper)
May 20, 2019 Skip White Distributor
May 20, 2019 Spare tire Carrier
May 20, 2019 Add a Leaf Rear suspension
May 20, 2019 Steering Shaft U joint
May 20, 2019 Transmission cooler
May 21, 2019 Fuel Pump
June 29, 2019 Rear rotors, rear and front pads.
June 21, 2019 Oil and Filter change 179800km
July 28, 2019 Grille, Front Bumper Paint and driver door paint.
July 28, 2019 Top up of fluids Collant, Oil, Tranny Fluid
August 23, 2019 Oil and Filter change 180300kms
October 17, 2019 Oil filter to engine line replaced
October 19, 2019 Oil and Filter change 185300kms
November 27, 2019 Oil and Filter change 190000kms

 

Lets see owned 4 years... rebuild transmission, rebuilt the complete front end including steering sector rag joint also, complete brakes front and back including new brake booster. light switch, and rear hatch struts, shocks new mudders and a lift.. Love driving truck. Rig has 122k miles.

 

Would just like to quickly clarify if we are including prices of items replaced/services done, or just listing the items done and work done sans prices.