Highlights
- In current ownership for fifteen years
- Custom hand-painted finish with military green wrap
- Upgraded turbo and genuine replacement gearbox
- Hummer wheels with lift kit fitted
- Full 9-seater configuration with grey leather interior
The Appeal
The Chevrolet Suburban with the 6.5L turbo diesel engine represents American utility and ruggedness at its finest, offering substantial towing capacity and long-distance cruising ability that made it a favourite among Americans for decades.
This 1997 example stands out with its unique specification. Take a moment to study the photographs in the gallery below. You're unlikely to encounter anything quite like this Suburban on these shores.
Having been in the current owner's possession for fifteen years, this Suburban has been well-maintained, with regular servicing and genuine parts used throughout its life. The combination of upgraded components, custom aesthetics, and full leather interior makes this a notable example of these increasingly collectible American SUVs.
This 1997 example stands out with its unique specification. Take a moment to study the photographs in the gallery below. You're unlikely to encounter anything quite like this Suburban on these shores.
Having been in the current owner's possession for fifteen years, this Suburban has been well-maintained, with regular servicing and genuine parts used throughout its life. The combination of upgraded components, custom aesthetics, and full leather interior makes this a notable example of these increasingly collectible American SUVs.
History and Paperwork
- 1997 Chevrolet Suburban originally supplied by Bauer Millets of Manchester
- In current ownership for fifteen years
- Serviced annually with genuine parts from the dealership in Bredbury
- Complete with all handbooks and service documentation
- MOT until 22nd May 2026
- Custom paint job performed a few years ago at a cost of £10,500
- Currently wrapped in army green finish
The Condition
- Vendor states "fully loaded spec" with top-of-the-range features
- Presentable bodywork with no known issues advised
- Tidy interior with gentle wear to the upholstery and controls, commensurate with age
- Body features custom hand-painted finish now wrapped in army green
- Fitted with Hummer wheels and lift kit
- Full grey leather interior throughout
- Nine-seater configuration providing ample passenger capacity
The Mechanics
- 6.5-litre turbo diesel engine
- Automatic transmission with overdrive
- Four-wheel drive system
- Upgraded turbocharger
- Replacement genuine gearbox fitted
- The vendor informs us that it is "totally reliable and powerful"
- Some MOT advisories to note
- Subject to regular maintenance with genuine parts from the dealership
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