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Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Work Truck
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Although General Motors introduced its first pickup truck in 1930, the term "Silverado" was a designation only used to detail the higher-level trim for the Chevrolet C/K pickup trucks from 1975 through 1999. GMC used a few variations of the "Sierra" name (Sierra, High Sierra, Sierra Grande, Sierra Classic) to distinguish the different trim levels through 1987, though the "C/K" nomenclature was continued through 1999. "C" (or "R" for 1987) trucks had rear-wheel drive while "K" (or "V" in 1987) models had four-wheel drive. Both Chevrolet and GMC dropped the "C" and "K" designations in 1999.
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The 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 does very well in federal government crash tests. Four Wheeler Magazine says the "new GM trucks are loaded with class-leading safety features," and other reviewers agree. continue
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The Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks have been essentially the same for their entire history. The Silverado today is generally advertised as the "lower" version, while the Sierra has more luxury options. There are some trim and option variations as well. Early models included variations in the engine and equipment, but the present differences are slight. The 1999 redesign included different grilles and interior trim, and certain features (e.g. Quadrasteer) were included at different times on the two trucks.
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The current Silverado 1500, introduced for 2007, is much improved over the past version in terms of cabin materials and build quality. Where there was once an abundance of lackluster design, hard plastic and uneven panel gaps there's now richly grained upholstery, softer materials and precise fitments. The lineup offers three body styles (regular-, extended- and crew-cab) and trim levels ranging from no-frills "Work Truck" to plush LTZ. The most popular trim is the midlevel LT, which provides most features people want as standard, including air-conditioning, full power accessories and a CD player.
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To cater to the wide range of customers and uses for full-size pickups, Chevrolet is wisely offering two completely different interiors for the new Silverado, resulting in products that are both functional and as completely luxurious as the customer demands. Prices are very competitive, with extended cab models beginning at $22,705 while crew cabs start at $26,100 and the base regular cab in work truck trim starts at only $17,860.
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The Silverado 1500 Work Truck comes standard with a Vortec V6. A V8 is an available option. The chassis is 230% stiffer than other models thanks to a full boxed frame. Standard options include Driver Information Center and dual glove boxes.
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