Which is cheaper to maintain, the Chevrolet C10 or the Chevrolet C10?

Based on 5-year routine maintenance labor at a $150/hr indie shop rate, the Chevrolet C10 is cheaper to maintain — about $3,103 less over 60,000 miles. Parts cost is not included.

What's the labor difference between the 235ci I6 and the 4.3L V6 Vortec?

Across 40 common maintenance jobs, hours vary by drivetrain and engine layout. See the side-by-side table on this page for each job's labor hours and estimated cost.

Are there any active recalls on the Chevrolet C10 or Chevrolet C10?

The Chevrolet C10 has 0 open NHTSA recalls. The Chevrolet C10 has 12 open recalls. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

1964 Chevrolet C10 vs 1995 Chevrolet C10 — Labor Times, Costs & Recalls

Specifications

Year

1964

1995

Engine

235ci I6

4.3L V6 Vortec

Drivetrain

RWD

Transmission

manual

automatic

Fuel

gas

Cost of Ownership

5-Year Maintenance

$39,537

0.66 $/mi

★ WINNER

5-Year Maintenance

$36,434

0.61 $/mi

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ADVANTAGEChevrolet C10 — Saves you $3,103 over 5 years (8% less in routine maintenance labor)

Routine maintenance only. Cost = labor hours × $150/hr × estimated 5-yr frequency. Parts cost not included.

Maintenance Breakdown

Hours per common service. Lower is faster (and cheaper) at the shop.

Oil & filter change

8.0 hrs$14,880 / 5yr

Tire rotation

2.0 hrs$2,400 / 5yr

Wiper blades

3.0 hrs$1,920 / 5yr

Cabin air filter

4.0 hrs$1,875 / 5yr

Worn Engine Bearings and Piston Ring Blow-By

— hrs$2,698 / 5yr

— hrs

Serpentine belt

8.0 hrs$1,235 / 5yr

PCV valve

8.0 hrs$1,220 / 5yr

Frame and Cab Mount Rust-Through

— hrs$1,690 / 5yr

— hrs

4L60E Transmission Failure

— hrs

— hrs$1,625 / 5yr

Fuel filter

2.5 hrs$810 / 5yr

Front brake pads

2.0 hrs$760 / 5yr

Rear brake pads

2.0 hrs$740 / 5yr

Differential fluid

2.0 hrs$680 / 5yr

Engine air filter

2.0 hrs$660 / 5yr

Brake fluid flush

2.0 hrs$630 / 5yr

Valve cover gasket

8.0 hrs$504 / 5yr

Coolant flush

3.0 hrs$500 / 5yr

12V battery

2.0 hrs$500 / 5yr

Brake System Overhaul Required

— hrs$878 / 5yr

— hrs

Power steering flush

2.5 hrs$395 / 5yr

Intake manifold gasket

8.0 hrs$387 / 5yr

Oil pan gasket

8.0 hrs$313 / 5yr

Spark plugs

1.5 hrs$305 / 5yr

Fuel System Varnish and Tank Contamination

— hrs$585 / 5yr

— hrs

Oxygen sensor

3.0 hrs$285 / 5yr

Intake Manifold Gasket Failure (V8 engines)

— hrs

— hrs$553 / 5yr

Electrical System Degradation

— hrs$455 / 5yr

— hrs

Steering Box Slop and Kingpin Wear

— hrs$403 / 5yr

— hrs

HVAC Blend Door Failure

— hrs

— hrs$403 / 5yr

Water pump

3.0 hrs$200 / 5yr

Fuel Pump Failure (in-tank electric)

— hrs

— hrs$390 / 5yr

Three-Speed Manual Transmission Synchro Wear

— hrs$385 / 5yr

— hrs

Spider Injector Leaking (5.0L and 5.7L TBI)

— hrs

— hrs$385 / 5yr

Thermostat

3.0 hrs$172 / 5yr

Alternator

2.0 hrs$150 / 5yr

Steering Shaft U-Joint Wear

— hrs

— hrs$276 / 5yr

Ignition coil

1.5 hrs$122 / 5yr

Distributor Cap and Rotor Arcing (TBI V8s)

— hrs

— hrs$228 / 5yr

Starter motor

2.0 hrs$100 / 5yr

Fuel Tank Switching Valve (Dual-Tank Models)

— hrs

— hrs$131 / 5yr

Active Recalls

★ WINNER

Open NHTSA Recalls

CLEAR

Open NHTSA Recalls

12 open

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ADVANTAGEChevrolet C10 — 12 fewer open recalls from the NHTSA

Fluid Capacities

Chevrolet C10

brake · FMVSS 116 DOT 4

coolant10.00 qt · GM 6277M / ASTM D3306

engine_oil5.00 qt · API SN

power_steering1.00 qt · GM P/S Fluid

rear_diff2.00 qt · API GL-5

transmission_auto11.50 qt · GM DEXRON-III

washer3.50 qt · All-season or winter-rated

Chevrolet C10

brake · ACDelco DOT 4 Brake Fluid

coolant16.00 qt · ACDelco DEX-COOL (Orange)

engine_oil7.50 qt · ACDelco dexos1 5W-30

power_steering1.00 qt · ACDelco Power Steering Fluid

rear_diff2.00 qt · ACDelco 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil

transmission_auto11.50 qt · ACDelco Dexron VI ATF

washer3.50 qt · Windshield Washer Fluid

The Verdict

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THE WINNER

1995 Chevrolet C10

4.3L V6 Vortec

Chevrolet C10 is cheaper to maintain (saves ~$3,103 over 5 years)
Chevrolet C10 has 12 fewer open NHTSA recalls

Based on objective maintenance and recall data. Driving feel, looks, brand loyalty, and ownership experience are separate (and very valid) considerations.

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