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1983 Chevrolet El Camino: Quick Overview
1983 Chevrolet El Camino Specifications
Vehicle Information
| Year | 1983 |
| Make | Chevrolet |
| Model | El Camino |
| Trim | - |
| Style | Regular Cab 2WD |
| Type | Pickup Truck |
| Category | Medium Truck |
Manufacturing Details
| Made In | United States |
| Manufacturing City | ARLINGTON |
Dimensions
| Doors | 2-Door |
| Curb Weight | - |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | - |
| Overall Height | - |
| Overall Length | - |
| Overall Width | - |
| Wheelbase Length | - |
| Standard Seating | - |
Engine & Performance
| Engine | 5.7L V8 |
| Engine Size | 5.7L |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Transmission Type | Automatic |
| Transmission Speeds | - |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
| Anti-Brake System | - |
| Steering Type | - |
Pricing
| Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | - |
| Invoice Price | - |
| Delivery Charges | - |
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1983 Chevrolet El Camino Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Fuel Capacity
-
City Mileage
0 mpg
Highway Mileage
0 miles/gallon
1983 Chevrolet El Camino Recalls & Defects
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall date
1983-10-13
Recall no.
83v106000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
THE Master Cylinder Rear Brake Pipe, Which Carries Brake Fluid TO THE Rear Brakes, MAY Develop A Leak DUE TO Extended Chafing ON THE AIR Cleaner Resonator Bracket.
Consequence
Remedy
IF Upon Inspection THE Dealer Finds That There IS Inadequate Clearance, THE Pipe Will BE Reformed TO Obtain THE Necessary Three Quarter Inch Space. Only Those Pipes Showing Signs OF Wear Will BE Replaced.
Notes
Vehicle Description: Passenger Vehicles and Light Trucks Equipped With 5.7liter Diesel Engines.system: Service Brakes; Master Cylinder, Rear Brake Pipe.consequences OF Defect: Brake Fluid Leakage Will Result IN Loss OF Brakingaction AT THE Rear Wheels. Loss OF Vehicle Control and AN Accident Couldresult, Particularly IN Situations Where Minimum Stopping Distance IS Required.
Equipment
Recall date
2007-10-24
Recall no.
07e088000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Certain Honeywell Fram Racing Brand HP4 and HP8 OIL Filters That Were Manufactured From MAY 25, 2006, Through September 14, 2007, and Sold FOR USE AS Replacement Equipment FOR Vehicles List Above. THE Affected Filters ARE Marked With A Date Code A61451 Through A72571 Sequentially. THE Date Code and Part Number Appear ON THE Filter Housing. Fram Racing HP4 and HP8 OIL Filters NOT Bearing A Date Code IN This Range ARE NOT Affected BY This Recall. THE Gasket OF THE OIL Filter Becomes More Pliable Under High Temperatures and Pressures.
Consequence
This Condition MAY Cause Inadequate Sealing and Loss OF Engine Oil, Possibly Resulting IN A Fire.
Remedy
Honeywell Will Replace THE Affected OIL Filters Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began During November 2007. Owners CAN Contact Fram Customer Service Toll-Free AT 1-800-890-2075.
Notes
Customers MAY Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or GO TO Http://Www.safercar.gov.
1983 Chevrolet El Camino Warranty
Basic
Original warranty
0 months / No data
Estimated remaining
Expired
Powertrain
Original warranty
0 months / No data
Estimated remaining
Expired
Rust
Original warranty
0 months / No data
Estimated remaining
Expired
1983 Chevrolet El Camino Insurance
Insurance for a 1983 Chevrolet El Camino is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Pickup Truck with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.
reasonable repair costs.