The legend of the “small block” V8 continues well into the 21st Century. Since 1954, the iconic engine has served Chevrolet. Ever evolving with new compositions for the block, the cylinders, the heads, induction systems, exhaust designs, and even turbocharging. Many innovations were developed using a simple formula that has engaged consumers and enthusiasts alike. Starting with the 2027 Chevrolet…
The Silverado 2500 Work Truck vs LT decision comes up regularly at Barry’s Chevrolet in West Union, Ohio, and it is a more nuanced question than it sounds. Both trims carry the same Silverado 2500HD capability underneath, but they serve different buyers in different ways. The buyer who needs the cheapest capable HD truck for…
The high price of new vehicles is prompting consideration of used vehicles as an alternative. Among all models, pickup trucks offer a distinct advantage as used vehicles. Consider that while a used luxury vehicle will still have its leather seats and wood trim, it may not have the technology of today’s luxury cars or possibly even non-luxury cars,…
Buying a used diesel truck requires different knowledge than buying a used gas truck, and understanding what to know before buying a used diesel truck can save you from a very expensive mistake. At Barry’s Chevrolet in West Union, Ohio, we sell diesel trucks and we see the consequences when buyers skip the diesel-specific inspection…
Finding the best used SUVs for college students means balancing three things that do not always go together: reliability, affordability, and practicality. At Barry’s Chevrolet in West Union, Ohio, we see this buying decision regularly from families in Adams County and Southern Ohio who are sending a kid off to Ohio University, Shawnee State, or…
Automotive public safety ads used to be about seat belts. They would cite multiple studies showing how seat belts saved lives, and for decades, they largely fell on deaf ears until they didn’t, and people started buckling in as a matter of habit. For a while, traffic fatalities and injuries declined. Then came cellphones, and not long after, smartphones. These miraculous…
A lot of people come into Barry’s Chevrolet in West Union, Ohio wondering why their trade-in value came in lower than they expected. It is one of the most common questions we get. The honest answer is that some things genuinely hurt your trade-in value, and some things people worry about do not actually matter…
The Silverado 1500 towing capacity depends on which engine you choose and how the truck is configured. At Barry’s Chevrolet in West Union, Ohio, towing is not a weekend hobby for most of our buyers. Contractors hauling equipment trailers across Adams County roads, farmers moving livestock and implements, and families towing campers and boats on…
It is no secret that new cars have become more expensive. Barry’s Chevrolet certainly knows that, as we buy them every day. Adding to the problem for shoppers is that many manufacturers have removed their most affordable vehicles from the market. Used cars have always been the go-to option when new cars seem too costly, and Barry’s keeps…
The silverado engine options question comes up early in almost every truck conversation at Barry’s Chevrolet in West Union, Ohio. Most buyers know they want a Silverado 1500. They are less certain about which of the four available engines fits how they actually use a truck. This post breaks down each engine in the 2025…
