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TAKING ACTION TODAY.

FOR TOMORROW.

At General Motors, our commitment to environmentally friendly

transportation starts right at the top:

“What we do at General Motors profoundly affects the lives of many people.

As the world’s largest maker of cars and trucks, we realize our impact extends

beyond those who drive our vehicles, who work here and who live in our

communities. We also know that our actions today can positively affect the lives of

future generations. It’s a huge responsibility, but also a great opportunity. And

that’s why corporate responsibility is an integral part of everything we do at GM.

We’re determined to be part of the solution to the environmental issues that

we as a global community are facing. To that end, GM is investing billions of

dollars in a broad-based advanced technology strategy to help reduce the world’s

dependency on oil. This includes everything from biofuels like E85 ethanol, to

plug-in hybrids, to electrically driven vehicles powered by advanced batteries and

hydrogen fuel cells. We’ve also made steady and significant progress over the past

five years to reduce our own energy use, conserve natural resources and decrease

greenhouse gas emissions from GM products and facilities.”

Rick Wagoner

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, General Motors

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SILVERADO

2008 SILVERADO

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TAKING ACTION TODAY. FOR TOMORROW. 2008 SILVER ADO At General Motors, our commitment to environmentally friendly transportation starts right at the top: “What we do at General Motors profoundly affects the lives of many people. As the world’s largest maker of cars and trucks, we realize our impact extends beyond those who drive our vehicles, who work here and who live in our communities. We also know that our actions today can positively affect the lives of future generations.
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007 SILVERADO 1500 – FIVE-STAR FRONTAL CRASH TEST RATING‡ 2008 SILVER ADO IT’S OUR TRUCK. AND NOW IT’S YOURS. We put all of ourselves into the development of the new generation Chevy Silverado. We started with a rock-solid foundation, as the most dependable, longest-lasting full-size pickups on the road.* But building a smarter, stronger, more powerful, more capable and confident pickup was only step one. The real test was how this new family of pickups would perform in the real world.
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C R E W C AB RUGGED, YET SMOOTH. The look is rugged – just like the engineering. The Silverado 1500 Crew Cab is strong enough to handle payloads up to 925 kg (2039 lb.) – the most in its class.* The appearance is also formidable, with its powerful stance and available 20-inch wheels. At the same time, the shape is exceptionally aerodynamic with its wind-cheating, steeply raked 57-degree windshield. That translates into better fuel efficiency and a quieter ride.
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CREW C AB INTERIOR COMFORT. AT THE PUSH OF A BUTTON. Comfort is programmed into Silverado Crew Cab. Take the LTZ – it allows you to begin the cooling or heating of the cab even before you get in, with the remote vehicle starter. Once inside, the LTZ’s power 10-way, heated leather-appointed front bucket seats help you find your most comfortable seating position. And automatic dual-zone climate controls accommodate dramatically different temperature preferences.
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Silverado Extended Cab LT standard box 4x4, shown in Desert Brown Metallic with available equipment. E XTENDED C AB Silverado Extended Cab LT and LTZ models feature power rear windows that lower all the way down into the door and offer a 12 percent larger glass area than the previous Silverado. EASY COME. EASY GO. 08 You’re granted unlimited in and out privileges in Silverado Extended Cab, easy to get in and out of.
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E XTENDED C AB INTERIOR It isn’t only Silverado’s pickup box that offers enormous storage capacity. LT models equipped with the 40/20/40 split-bench seat feature a 9 L lockable underseat storage space, plus a 6 L fold-down armrest storage compartment. STRETCHING THE DEFINITION OF EXTENDED CAB. There’s something different inside Silverado Extended Cab. Space. Lots of it. More than enough legroom, shoulder room and headroom to really stretch out.
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Silverado Regular Cab Work Truck interior, shown in Dark Titanium Vinyl. REGUL AR C AB W T IT COMES TO WORK. There is no mistaking what Silverado Work Truck was built for. It’s all about helping you work harder, with features like a deep cargo box design that increases capacity. Managing your cargo is simplified by the four cargo tie-downs, stake pockets, twotier loading capability and cargo bulkheads.
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2008 SILVER ADO HD HEAVY-DUTY ALSO REFERS TO THE EXPECTATIONS. Silverado heavy-duty pickups already had a hard-earned reputation for capability and dependability. With the introduction last year of the new generation Silverado HD, even more was expected. And it delivers – as the most powerful HD on the planet.* There are two technologically advanced engines in the lineup: the 353 hp Vortec 6.0L V8, and the available Duramax® 6.6L V8 Turbo Diesel that produces 365 hp and a ground-breaking 660 lb.-ft.
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CONTROLS A VERY SMART USE OF SPACE. Inside Silverado, the design is intelligent, just like the technology. By moving the instrument panel down and forward, additional space was created in the front row. The technology is also dedicated to getting the most out of your time spent in Silverado. A standard Driver Information Centre monitors numerous important vehicle functions, so you can ensure that all the systems are operating as they should.
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SILVERADO 1500 ENGINEERING FIRST WE RAISED THE BAR. THEN WE SAILED OVER IT. It begins with “what if?” And it is refined through exhaustive testing. To build a new standard for full-size pickups, our development process required both analysis and ingenuity. There’s no other way to tackle complex challenges like the need to engineer a frame with strength concentrated in areas that require the most support. The higher you set the bar, the more you have to innovate.
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SILVER ADO HD ENGINEERING IT’S NOT HEAVY – IT’S HEAVY-DUTY. HIGH-STRENGTH STEEL The mid-section of the Silverado HD frame uses lipped C-section rails made of high-strength steel. They are roll-formed and draw-bent during manufacturing for maximum strength. HYDROFORMED FRONT SECTION Hydroformed front section side rails allow precise attachment of suspension components. Benefits include more exact tuning of the ride and handling.
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SILVER ADO 1500 VORTEC POWER MORE POWER. LESS FUEL. It used to be considered a trade-off. Want more power from your engine, then you better be prepared to use more fuel. Silverado’s Vortec engine lineup makes that brand of thinking ADVANCED ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) The ECM synchronizes more than 100 distinct engine functions on the Vortec V8 engines, from spark plug timing to traction control. The ECM also now includes a rate-based-monitoring protocol that enhances Onboard Diagnostics capabilities.
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HD POWER & TOWING THE DURAMAX DIESEL HAS MET ITS MATCH. The advanced Allison 6-speed automatic transmission includes grade braking and cruise grade braking. These features help you maintain a constant speed when driving downhill by adjusting the shift schedule, and using both the engine and transmission to slow down. This reduces brake wear and enhances driver control.
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SILVER ADO 1500 MODEL OVERVIEW SAFET Y BECAUSE TROUBLE CAN APPROACH FROM ANY DIRECTION. Silverado helps protect its occupants with a collision sensing system. The priority is avoiding an incident before it occurs, with the help of features like StabiliTrakTM* and a tire pressure monitoring system. When a collision proves unavoidable, you can take reassurance from the fact Silverado 1500 earned the highest U.S.
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ACCESSORIES GO YOUR OWN WAY. You can personalize your Silverado by first choosing the model that best reflects who you are. Then you can go even further with the added style and functionality of GM Accessories. They are the only accessories that are integrated into the process of designing your vehicle, ensuring that they fit right, look right and work right on your Silverado. Only GM Accessories are backed by the 3-year/60,000 km New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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SILVER ADO ENGINE & TR ANSMISSION AVAIL ABILIT Y Series Cab Type Model Number Regular Cab 1500 Extended Cab 1500 Crew Cab 1500 Vortec 4.3L V6 1 195 hp @ 4600 rpm 260 lb.-ft. torque @ 2800 rpm Vortec 4.8L V8 1 295 hp @ 5600 rpm 305 lb.-ft. torque @ 4800 rpm Vortec 5.3L V8 1 315 hp @ 5200 rpm 338 lb.-ft. torque @ 4400 rpm SILVER ADO MODEL SELECTOR VortecMAX 6.0L V81 VortecMAX 6.0L V85 VortecMAX 6.0L V85 Duramax 6.
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SILVER ADO STANDARD & OPTIONAL FE ATURES SAFETY AND SECURITY WT LT LTZ Air bags – 1500; dual-stage, driver and right front passenger, frontal.
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2500HD & 3500HD WHEELS INTERIOR FABRICS E X TERIOR COLOURS 2500HD 16-inch painted steel wheel, standard on WT models (QB5) 16-inch chrome-style steel wheel, standard on LT models (PY2) 4 2 3 16-inch polished forged aluminum wheel, available on LT models (PY0) 50 Summit White 8 1 16 Graystone Metallic 66 Deep Ruby Metallic** 74 Victory Red 59 Silver Birch Metallic 46 Blue Granite Metallic 6 7 2500HD & 3500HD SRW 17-inch bright machined aluminum wheel, standard on LTZ and available on LT models