Pre-Owned 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2WD LTZ Crew Cab in Dallas, TX

2008 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 4x4

If you’re looking for a truck that blends rugged capability with surprising luxury, the 2008 Chevy Silverado LTZ 4x4 is still a solid contender-even more than a decade after it rolled off the line.

Performance

Under the hood, the LTZ trim typically came with the 5.3L V8 Vortec engine, offering a strong balance between power and efficiency. With around 315 horsepower and 338 lb-ft of torque, the Silverado doesn’t hesitate when you put your foot down, whether you’re towing a trailer or climbing a steep grade. The 4x4 system is robust, making it a reliable option for off-road driving or bad weather.

Handling is surprisingly smooth for a full-size pickup. The suspension absorbs bumps well, and steering feels stable and responsive, especially at highway speeds.

Interior & Comfort

The LTZ trim is where the Silverado really shines. For a 2008 model, the cabin feels upscale, with leather seats, woodgrain accents, and dual-zone climate control. Heated front seats, an upgraded Bose sound system, and optional navigation give it a high-end feel that rivals some luxury SUVs from the same era.

Cabin noise is well-insulated, and the overall layout is functional and driver-friendly. Whether you’re commuting or spending long hours on the road, the LTZ trim offers comfort that’s hard to beat for a truck of this vintage.

Towing & Utility

This Silverado was built to work. Depending on configuration, it can tow up to 9,500 pounds and haul a payload of over 1,700 pounds. The Z71 off-road package (if equipped) adds skid plates, off-road shocks, and all-terrain tires, making it ready for more demanding environments.

The bed is spacious, and optional features like a bedliner and tie-down hooks add practicality for hauling gear, tools, or toys.

Reliability & Ownership

Chevy’s reputation for building tough trucks holds up with the 2008 Silverado. The Vortec engine is known for longevity, and with proper maintenance, this truck can easily pass the 200,000-mile mark. Just be aware of potential issues like AFM (Active Fuel Management) lifter problems and rust around the wheel wells and undercarriage, which are common in older Silverados, especially in colder climates.

Parts are widely available, and maintenance costs are reasonable for a full-size truck.

Final Verdict

The 2008 Chevy Silverado LTZ 4x4 is a great choice for someone who needs a capable, comfortable truck without breaking the bank. It brings together performance, durability, and comfort in a package that’s aged surprisingly well. Whether you’re towing, off-roading, or just cruising, this Silverado still holds its own.

Rating: 8.5/10

• 8 Cylinder Engine
• A/C
• ABS
• Adjustable Steering Wheel
• Aluminum Wheels
• AM/FM Stereo
• Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
• Automatic Headlights
• Bucket Seats
• CD Player
• Climate Control
• Cruise Control
• Daytime Running Lights
• Driver Adjustable Lumbar
• Driver Air Bag
• Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror
• Driver Vanity Mirror
• Floor Mats
• Fog Lamps
• Front Disc/Rear Drum Brakes
• Front Reading Lamps
• Gasoline Fuel
• Heated Front Seat
• Heated Mirrors
• Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors
• Intermittent Wipers
• Keyless Entry
• Leather Seats
• Leather Steering Wheel
• Locking/Limited Slip Differential
• MP3 Capability
• Multi-Zone A/C
• Passenger Adjustable Lumbar
• Passenger Air Bag
• Passenger Air Bag Sensor
• Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirror
• Passenger Vanity Mirror
• Power Door Locks
• Power Driver Seat
• Power Folding Mirrors
• Power Mirror
• Power Outlet
• Power Passenger Seat
• Power Steering
• Power Windows
• Premium Sound System
• Privacy Glass
• Rear Bench Seat
• Rear Defrost
• Rear Seat Audio Controls
• Rear Wheel Drive
• Remote Engine Start
• Requires Subscription
• Satellite Radio
• Seat Memory
• Security System
• Stability Control
• Steering Wheel Audio Controls
• Telematics
• Tire Pressure Monitor
• Tires - Front All-Season
• Tires - Rear All-Season
• Tow Hitch
• Tow Hooks
• Traction Control

• Air conditioning : dual-zone automatic climate control with individual climate settings for driver and right-front passenger
• Assist handle : front passenger
• Audio system : AM/FM stereo with MP3 compatible CD player seek-and-scan / digital clock / auto-tone control / Radio Data System / speed-compensated volume and TheftLock
• Audio system controls : rear with 2 headphone jacks
• Audio system feature : Bose premium speaker system with sub-woofer in center console
• Coat hooks : rear driver and passenger side
• Console : floor with storage compartment / 2 auxiliary power outlets and dual cup holders
• Cruise control : electronic with set and resume speed / located on steering wheel
• Cup holders : front
• Defogger : rear-window electric
• Door locks : power
• Floor covering : color-keyed carpeting with rubberized vinyl floor mats
• Instrumentation : analog with speedometer / odometer / fuel level / engine temperature / and tachometer
• Lighting : interior with dome and reading lights / illuminated entry feature and backlit instrument panel switches
• Mirror : inside rearview auto-dimming with 8-point compass and outside temperature display
• Power outlets : 2 auxiliary instrument panel-mounted with covers / 12-volt
• Remote Keyless Entry with 2 transmitters : panic button and content theft alarm
• Remote vehicle starter system : includes Remote Keyless Entry
• Seat : rear 60/40 folding bench
• Seat adjuster : driver 10-way power
• Seat adjuster : front passenger 10-way power
• Seat trim : Custom Leather-appointed
• Seats : front bucket includes 10-way power driver and front passenger seat adjusters including 2-way power lumbar control / heated seat cushions and seatbacks / 2-position driver memory / adjustable outboard head restraints / floor console and storage pockets
• Steering wheel : leather-wrapped with theft-deterrent locking feature
• Steering wheel controls : mounted audio controls
• Visors : driver and front passenger / sliding with clip and illuminated vanity mirror on driver and passenger-side / Opal Gray-colored
• Warning tones : headlamp on / key-in-ignition / driver and passenger buckle up reminder and turn signal on
• Windows : power with driver Express-Down
• XM Satellite Radio (service required)

• Air dam : Black
• Bumper : front body-colored
• Bumper : rear chrome / step-style with pad
• Door handles : color-keyed
• Fog lamps : front / halogen
• Glass : Solar-Ray deep-tinted
• Grille : chrome surround
• Headlamps : dual halogen composite with automatic exterior lamp control and flash-to-pass feature
• Lamps : dual cargo area lamps
• Mirrors : outside heated power-adjustable / power-folding and driver-side auto-dimming with integrated turn signal indicators
• Moldings : bodyside / body-colored
• Spare tire lock : keyed cylinder lock that utilizes same key as ignition and door
• Tire carrier : outside spare / winch-type mounted under frame at rear
• Tires : P245/70R17 all-season / blackwall
• Wheel : 17"
• Wheels : 4 - 17" x 7.5"
• Windshield washer fluid system : heated
• Wipers : front intermittent wet-arm with pulse washers

• Air bags : frontal / driver and right-front passenger with Passenger Sensing System
• Brakes : 4-wheel antilock / front disc/rear drum
• Daytime Running Lamps : with automatic exterior lamp control
• OnStar Equipped (service required)
• StabiliTrak / stability control system with Proactive Roll Avoidance
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System

• Air cleaner : high-capacity
• Alternator : 145 amps
• Battery : heavy-duty 600 cold-cranking amps / maintenance-free with rundown protection and retained accessory power
• Differential : heavy-duty automatic locking rear
• Engine / Vortec 5.3L V8 SFI with Active Fuel Management
• Exhaust : aluminized stainless-steel muffler and tailpipe
• Frame : hydroformed
• GVWR : 6800 lbs.
• Pickup box : Fleetside
• Rear wheel drive
• Recovery hooks : front / frame-mounted
• Steering : power / rack-and-pinion
• Suspension : front independent / coil over shock
• Suspension : rear 2-stage multi-leaf springs / semi-elliptic