Mileage
173,000 mi
Exterior
WHITE
Interior
BLACK
Why Buy This Express 2500 Cargo
Why (and in what situations) someone should buy a 2003 Chevy Express 2500 Cargo
You should consider buying this van if you need a work- or utility-oriented vehicle rather than a “people mover.” It’s ideal for:
- Tradespeople (electricians, plumbers, carpenters, delivery services) who need lots of cargo space rather than seats.
- Converting into a camper van or mobile workshop — its empty cargo interior and robust build offer a blank canvas.
- Hauling heavy loads or towing — its engine, payload, and towing capacity make it useful for heavy-duty jobs.
- Those who prioritize functionality and durability over comfort or luxury.
If you want a daily driver or something with good fuel economy, frequent city driving, or need to carry several passengers, this van may be a poor fit. But if your priority is cargo space, flexibility, and ruggedness, it’s a reasonable choice — especially if you find one in decent condition and maintain it properly.
Performance Specifications
MPG
13.00 city / 18.00 hwy
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel Type
GAS
Exterior Color
WHITE
Interior
BLACK
Seating
2
Engine
8_CYLINDER
Transmission
AUTOMATIC
Value Compass™
$4,500
$4,050
$4,275
Avg $4,590
$4,725
$4,950
- 4-wheel ABS braking system (front and rear disc brakes) standard.
- Front ventilated disc brakes standard.
- Basic crash protection via driver and passenger airbags (in many trims) according to one spec summary.
- Simple mechanicals — solid rear axle, independent front suspension — making maintenance and repairs more straightforward (common among durable work vans).
Standard Safety Features
Airbags & Occupant Protection
- Driver frontal airbag — standard for basic crash protection.
- Front passenger airbag — also included.
Note: Cargo versions typically do not have side or curtain airbags.
Braking & Stability
- 4-wheel Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) — helps prevent wheel lockup during hard braking.
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) — balances braking force front/rear.
- Front and rear ventilated disc brakes — improve overall brake performance.
Structural & Visibility Safety
- Daytime running lights — improve visibility to other drivers.
- Front seatbelt pretensioners — help secure the occupant quickly in a crash.
- Three-point seat belts (for front seats) — basic occupant restraint.
- Steel-reinforced doors / side beams — built into the structure for side impact resistance (common in Express line).
Other Safety-Related Systems
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) — alerts if tire pressure drops (may vary by trim).
- Optional Emergency & Security Services — some models could have OnStar or similar telematics as an add-on (optional, not standard).
Features Not Typically Included
- Side airbags and curtain airbags – generally absent on basic cargo vans.
- Advanced driver aids like blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning, forward collision alert or adaptive cruise — not available on this model year.
- Child seat anchors or door locks — typically not available on the cargo variant.
Information provided below is based on the details provided by the manufacturer of this vehicle to NHTSA in the part 565 submittal
Series: 2500 (3/4 ton)
Trim:
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Class 2G: 8,001 - 9,000 lb (3,629 - 4,082 kg)
Axles:
Cab Type:
Axle Configuration:
Engine Displacement (L): 4.8
Cylinders: 8
Drive Type: 4x2
Engine Model: LR4
Primary Fuel Type: Gasoline
Electrification Level:
Secondary Fuel Type:
Engine Manufacturer:
Engine Brake (HP):
Transmission Style:
Transmission Speed:
Airbags:
- Front:
- Knee:
- Side:
- Curtain:
- Seat Cushion:
- Other Restraint Info:
Plant Information: GM Truck Corp, WENTZVILLE, MISSOURI, UNITED STATES (USA)
| Suggested VIN | ||
| Error Code | 0 | |
| Possible Values | ||
| Additional Error Text | ||
| Error Text | 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct | |
| Vehicle Descriptor | 1GCGG25V*31 | |
| Active Safety System | Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | |
| Active Safety System | Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | |
| Active Safety System | Traction Control | |
| Active Safety System | Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type | |
| Active Safety System | Active Safety System Note | |
| Active Safety System | Auto-Reverse System for Windows and Sunroofs | |
| Active Safety System | Automatic Pedestrian Alerting Sound (for Hybrid and EV only) | |
| Active Safety System | Event Data Recorder (EDR) | |
| Active Safety System | Keyless Ignition | |
| Active Safety System | SAE Automation Level From | |
| Active Safety System | SAE Automation Level To | |
| Active Safety System / 911 Notification | Automatic Crash Notification (ACN) / Advanced Automatic Crash Notification (AACN) | |
| Active Safety System / Backing Up and Parking | Backup Camera | |
| Active Safety System / Backing Up and Parking | Parking Assist | |
| Active Safety System / Backing Up and Parking | Rear Cross Traffic Alert | |
| Active Safety System / Backing Up and Parking | Rear Automatic Emergency Braking | |
| Active Safety System / Forward Collision Prevention | Crash Imminent Braking (CIB) | |
| Active Safety System / Forward Collision Prevention | Forward Collision Warning (FCW) | |
| Active Safety System / Forward Collision Prevention | Dynamic Brake Support (DBS) | |
| Active Safety System / Forward Collision Prevention | Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking (PAEB) | |
| Active Safety System / Lane and Side Assist | Blind Spot Warning (BSW) | |
| Active Safety System / Lane and Side Assist | Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | |
| Active Safety System / Lane and Side Assist | Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA) | |
| Active Safety System / Lane and Side Assist | Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) | |
| Active Safety System / Lane and Side Assist | Lane Centering Assistance | |
| Active Safety System / Lighting Technologies | Daytime Running Light (DRL) | |
| Active Safety System / Lighting Technologies | Headlamp Light Source | |
| Active Safety System / Lighting Technologies | Semiautomatic Headlamp Beam Switching | |
| Active Safety System / Lighting Technologies | Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB) | |
| Active Safety System / Maintaining Safe Distance | Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) | |
| Engine | Engine Number of Cylinders | 8 |
| Engine | Displacement (CC) | 4800.0 |
| Engine | Displacement (CI) | 292.91397165471 |
| Engine | Displacement (L) | 4.8 |
| Engine | Engine Stroke Cycles | |
| Engine | Engine Model | LR4 |
| Engine | Engine Power (kW) | |
| Engine | Fuel Type - Primary | Gasoline |
| Engine | Valve Train Design | |
| Engine | Engine Configuration | V-Shaped |
| Engine | Fuel Type - Secondary | |
| Engine | Fuel Delivery / Fuel Injection Type | Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI) |
| Engine | Engine Brake (hp) From | |
| Engine | Cooling Type | |
| Engine | Engine Brake (hp) To | |
| Engine | Electrification Level | |
| Engine | Other Engine Info | Iron |
| Engine | Turbo | |
| Engine | Top Speed (MPH) | |
| Engine | Engine Manufacturer | |
| Exterior / Body | Body Class | Cargo Van |
| Exterior / Body | Doors | |
| Exterior / Body | Windows | |
| Exterior / Body | Wheel Base Type | |
| Exterior / Body | Track Width (inches) | |
| Exterior / Bus | Bus Length (feet) | |
| Exterior / Bus | Bus Floor Configuration Type | Not Applicable |
| Exterior / Bus | Bus Type | Not Applicable |
| Exterior / Bus | Other Bus Info | |
| Exterior / Dimension | Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From | Class 2G: 8,001 - 9,000 lb (3,629 - 4,082 kg) |
| Exterior / Dimension | Bed Length (inches) | |
| Exterior / Dimension | Curb Weight (pounds) | |
| Exterior / Dimension | Wheel Base (inches) From | |
| Exterior / Dimension | Wheel Base (inches) To | |
| Exterior / Dimension | Gross Combination Weight Rating From | |
| Exterior / Dimension | Gross Combination Weight Rating To | |
| Exterior / Dimension | Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To | |
| Exterior / Motorcycle | Custom Motorcycle Type | Not Applicable |
| Exterior / Motorcycle | Motorcycle Suspension Type | Not Applicable |
| Exterior / Motorcycle | Motorcycle Chassis Type | Not Applicable |
| Exterior / Motorcycle | Other Motorcycle Info | |
| Exterior / Motorcycle | Fuel-Tank Type | |
| Exterior / Motorcycle | Fuel-Tank Material | |
| Exterior / Motorcycle | Combined Braking System (CBS) | |
| Exterior / Motorcycle | Wheelie Mitigation | |
| Exterior / Trailer | Trailer Type Connection | Not Applicable |
| Exterior / Trailer | Trailer Body Type | Not Applicable |
| Exterior / Trailer | Trailer Length (feet) | |
| Exterior / Trailer | Other Trailer Info | |
| Exterior / Truck | Bed Type | |
| Exterior / Truck | Cab Type | |
| Exterior / Wheel tire | Number of Wheels | |
| Exterior / Wheel tire | Wheel Size Front (inches) | |
| Exterior / Wheel tire | Wheel Size Rear (inches) | |
| General | Destination Market | |
| General | Make | CHEVROLET |
| General | Manufacturer Name | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
| General | Model | Express |
| General | Model Year | 2003 |
| General | Plant City | WENTZVILLE |
| General | Series | 2500 (3/4 ton) |
| General | Trim | |
| General | Vehicle Type | TRUCK |
| General | Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
Features (as equipped/available in 2003 cargo trim)
- Basic AM/FM stereo radio (usually standard)
- Automatic transmission (4-speed) + rear-wheel drive drivetrain
- Optional comforts depending on trim/packages: power windows, power driver’s seat, dual front seats (some versions), tilt steering wheel, possibly alloy wheels.
- Large cargo floor/volume — useful for hauling, cargo transport, conversion.
CRUISE CONTROL, POWER STEERING, POWER DOOR LOCKS, TILT WHEEL, AM/FM STEREO, AIR CONDITIONING, ABS (4-WHEEL), POWER WINDOWS, DUAL AIR BAGS, STEEL WHEELS
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Vehicle History
Pros
- Spacious cargo area: ~267 cu ft enough for hauling equipment, goods, or converting to camper. Strong engine: Simple and utilitarian: Durable platform: Large fuel tank: Flexibility:
Cons
- Fuel Economy Is Modest
- Only 2 seats
- Ride & Handling Are Functional
Key Features
Features (as equipped/available in 2003 cargo trim)
- Basic AM/FM stereo radio (usually standard)
- Automatic transmission (4-speed) + rear-wheel drive drivetrain
- Optional comforts depending on trim/packages: power windows, power driver’s seat, dual front seats (some versions), tilt steering wheel, possibly alloy wheels.
- Large cargo floor/volume — useful for hauling, cargo transport, conversion.
CRUISE CONTROL, POWER STEERING, POWER DOOR LOCKS, TILT WHEEL, AM/FM STEREO, AIR CONDITIONING, ABS (4-WHEEL), POWER WINDOWS, DUAL AIR BAGS, STEEL WHEELS
Common Questions About This Vehicle
Is this car worth buying? ▼
Based on its condition, mileage, and market price, this 2003 Chevrolet Express 2500 Cargo offers good value. We recommend a test drive and review of the Carfax report.
What are common problems with this model/year? ▼
Owners of the 2003 Chevrolet Express 2500 Cargo have reported issues such as [example issues]. Our vehicle has been inspected and any known recalls addressed.
Is this a good deal compared to similar cars? ▼
Compared to similar Chevrolet Express 2500 Cargo listings in your area, this price is above market average. See the Value Compass above.
What should I watch out for before buying? ▼
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Owner Reviews
chckc
January 3, 2026
5★
This is my first Van.I bought month ago,already drive 10500 miles in one month,its great vehicle,interior is great,better then older model,more space.
Vehicle Specifications
Engine
Horsepower270 @ 5200 rpm
Torque285 @ 5200 rpm
Fuel Tank31.00 Gallons
Base Weight5002.00 lbs
Length224.10 in
Width79.40 in
Height81.60 in
Front Leg Room41.30 in
Front Head Room40.20 in
Back Leg RoomNone in
Back Head RoomNone in
GVW7300.00 lbs
History and Inspection
- Unknown accidents✓
- Unknown open recalls found✓
- One owner✓
- Not stolen Not previously stolen✓
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