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2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Short Bed Crew Cab Pickup

The 2008 Silverado 1500 Short Bed Crew Cab Pickup is a great value with an MSRP of $29,570.00. Gas mileage might also be an important consideration and though the Silverado is on the lower range of fuel economy with 19 miles per gallon on the highway, this may be offset by other great features.
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2008 Chevrolet Silverado
MSRP Range:$32,720 - $32,965  |  Get Internet Pricing from a Local Dealer!
Engines: 4.8L V8; 5.3L V8
Transmissions: 4 Speed Automatic
Drivetrains: Four Wheel Drive; Two Wheel Drive
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Silverado 1500 Short Bed Crew Cab Pickup Pricing

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Packages MSRP Invoice
NHT Vortec Max Performance Package $2,830 Get Price
PCH All Star Edition $2,645 Get Price
PCW Safety Package $715 Get Price
Options MSRP Invoice
**3 Leather Seat Trim $800 Get Price
A48 Power Rear Sliding Window $250 Get Price
AG1 6-Way Power Driver Seat $275 Get Price

Silverado 1500 Short Bed Crew Cab Pickup Specs

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4,807 cc 4.8 liters V 8 front engine with 96.0 mm bore, 83.0 mm stroke, 9.1 compression ratio, overhead valve and two valves per cylinder LY2
Unleaded fuel 87
Multi-point injection fuel system
26.0 gallon main unleaded fuel tank 21.6
Power: 220 kW , 295 HP SAE @ 5,600 rpm; 305 ft lb , 414 Nm @ 4,800 rpm

Silverado Crash Ratings (base trim)

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Passenger's Side Rear Occupant
 
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