Is this vehicle generally reliable?

1999 CADILLAC ESCALADE
165,000 MILES
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AARONN
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Clean title. Has been in a minor accident, but there is no structural damage. In California. Priced at $1,550.
Jun 30, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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STEVE W.
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When they are new and low mileage, they are not that bad. However, as they accrue mileage though they start to show cracks. Pretty much they are a GMC Yukon Denali with Cadillac badging. The transmission starts to fade or fails because it is lighter duty for the size of the vehicle.
Jun 30, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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AARONN
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I heard the mileage isn't bad and the engines and transmissions are reliable?
Jun 30, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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AARONN
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Also a 2nd opinion wouldn't hurt!
Jun 30, 2025 at 8:42 PM
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STRAILER
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Yes, these are well built, as Steve says, and this is one of my favorite vehicles. If it does break it can be fixed much easier than newer cars. If it is in good shape check the condition of the transmission fluid and the engine oil. This can tell how the vehicle was serviced. Upload images of the vehicle if you need more info.
Jul 1, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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