1988 Chevrolet S10

$15,500
from
1
listings
$16K–$16K
price range
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Low$15,500
High$15,500
From$15,500
Avg Mileage25,000 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 1 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

1988 Chevrolet S10 Trims

All Trims Combined
From$15,500
$16K–$16K
1 listings25,000 avg miles
LS
From$1,990
47 listings|$2K–$27K
Xtreme
From$4,950
4 listings|$5K–$24K

1988 Chevrolet S10 Pricing

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Chevrolet S10 Safety & Reliability

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 2 recalls and 39 complaints for the 1988 Chevrolet S10, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

2
Recalls
39
Complaints
3
Crashes
4
Fires
Recall Findings
08E0500002008-11-08
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

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96V1950001996-08-10
STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR

THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT LOOSENS AT THE STEERING SHAFT TO STEERING GEAR COUPLING. WITH THIS LOOSENESS, THE YOKE PINCH BOLT CAN WEAR ON THE SPLINES OF THE SHAFT UNTIL THERE IS NO LONGER AN INTERFERENCE BETWEEN THE SPLINES AND THE BOLT.

THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE BODY TO CHASSIS MOVEMENT ALLOWING THE STEERING SHAFT TO SEPARATE FROM THE STEERING GEAR WHICH CAN RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 39 issues reported over 1 model years, service brakes, hydraulic problems are the most common for the 1988 Chevrolet S10. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic6
02Engine And Engine Cooling4
03Structure4
04Seat Belts4
05Fuel System, Gasoline4
39 total across 1 model years (1988–1988)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Chevrolet S10 Fuel Economy

14–23mpg combined
·
14-21city
·
14-27hwy
·
$2,950-$4,800/yr

The 1988 Chevrolet S10 delivers 14 to 23 MPG combined across 14 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
S10 Pickup 2WD - Manual 5-spd
23mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
21 city27 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor
S10 Blazer 2WD - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
S10 Pickup 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
21mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
S10 Blazer 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city23 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor
S10 Blazer 2WD - Manual 5-spd
19mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
S10 Pickup 2WD - Manual 4-spd
19mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city23 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
S10 Pickup 2WD - Manual 5-spd
19mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
S10 Blazer 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city22 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
S10 Blazer 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
4.3L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
S10 Blazer 2WD - Manual 4-spd
18mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city21 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
S10 Pickup 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city23 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
S10 Pickup 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
4.3L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
S10 Cab Chassis 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
14mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city15 hwy~$4,800/yr-1/10 Poor
S10 Cab Chassis 2WD - Manual 4-spd
14mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city14 hwy~$4,800/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1988 Chevrolet S10

22States

Florida has the most inventory at 13%, with options spread across 22 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1988.

1988 Chevrolet S10 Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 1988 Chevrolet S10 a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 1988 Chevrolet S10. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 1988 Chevrolet S10?

NHTSA shows 2 recall campaigns for the 1988 Chevrolet S10. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 1988 Chevrolet S10?

You'll get between 14 and 23 MPG combined from the 1988 Chevrolet S10, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 1988 Chevrolet S10?

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC problems top the list with 39 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 1988 compare to other Chevrolet S10 years?

The 1988 sits at a specific point in the Chevrolet S10 lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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