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2000
1997
Horsepower
255 hp
Torque
330 lb-ft
Towing Capacity
8,500 lbs
Payload
2,755 pounds
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1997 Chevrolet 2500 Trucks Overview

1997 Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab Pricing

1997 Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab pricing starts at $3,615 for the 2500 Regular Cab Long Bed, which had a starting MSRP of $19,819 when new. The range-topping 1997 2500 Regular Cab Long Bed starts at $3,615 today, originally priced from $19,819.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
2500 Regular Cab
$4,297
$3,615 - $3,615
$5,108
$4,134 - $4,134
$5,299
$4,375 - $4,375

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1997 Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

2500 Regular Cab Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab (1990-2000) a 4.4 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 94% recommend it. These figures are based on 340 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1997 Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab

"Best truck I've ever owned"

"Second owner. Bought 2005 w/100k miles. 7.4L vortex, 13 mpg hwy. Held paint, starting to rust at cab corners. Only real issues were transmission replacement at 150k and loss of transfer case plug fell out at 130k, resulting in seize/rebuilt. Otherwise just darned reliable. I used to be Ford only. This truck converted me."

"Every thing has just about been rebuilt except bod"

"Very good 4x4 ,4spd Allison Tracy new clutch ,pp,bearing ,new throttle body ,new computer. Runs strong engine rebuilt. Needs someone to finish what has been started"

"excellent truck"

"very reliable. slow to rust. take good care of this truck it it will last 300,000 or more miles with no major issues. great styling and replacement parts are cheap and readily available. GM got it right from 1988 to 1999"

Overall 1997 Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1997 Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1997 Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab quality a 4.5 out of 5.

1997 Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab Reliability

The 1997 Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab receives an average consumer rating of 4.4 overall and a 4.6 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1997 2500 Regular Cab Features

According to drivers of the 1997 2500 Regular Cab, here are some of its best features:

  • Solid, well built, easy maintain.
  • Easy to maintain and find parts. parts are cheap
  • Cheap, reliable, great power, great at hard labor.
  • Fun to drive, has good power
  • Tough, smooth ride, good looks

1997 2500 Regular Cab Safety

1997 Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
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1997 Chevrolet 2500 Trucks
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4.4
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Performance
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Comfort
4.4
Reliability
4.6
Styling
4.4

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1997 Chevrolet 2500 Trucks Styles

Style
Price
Horsepower
Torque
Towing Capacity
Engine
Curb Weight
Drivetrain
Long Bed
$3,615
255 @ 4600 RPM
330 lb-ft
8500 lbs
V8, 5.7 Liter
3915 lbs
4WD
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Torque
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1997 Chevrolet 2500 Trucks Depreciation

A 1997 Chevrolet 2500 Trucks has depreciated $38 or 1% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $2,698 and trade-in value of $1,575.

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1997 Chevrolet 2500 Trucks Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $343
$2,736
$1,708
2023
$37
$2,699
$1,643
2024
+ $62
$2,761
$1,675
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$63
$2,698
$1,575
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1997 Chevrolet 2500 Trucks Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.


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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3915 lbs.
Fuel Capacity
34.0 gallons
Front Head Room
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room
41.7 inches
Max Seating Capacity
3
Minimum Ground Clearance
7.1 inches
Overall Length
213.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room
65.4 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
8500 lbs.
Turning Diameter
43.4 feet
Wheel Base
131.5 inches
Bed Length
8.00 feet
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
8600 lbs.
Payload Capacity
3158 lbs.
Width with mirrors
76.8 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
2 doors

Mechanical

Drivetrain
4WD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
255 @ 4600 RPM
Torque
330 @ 2800 rpm
Engine
V8, 5.7 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100000 miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Navigation System

1997 Chevrolet 2500 Trucks Safety

1997 Chevrolet 2500 Trucks Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag

1997 Chevrolet 2500 Trucks Rankings

FAQs

Is 1997 a good year for a Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.4 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1997 2500 Regular Cab is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab 1997 a good Pickup?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.4 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1997 2500 Regular Cab is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

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