For sure, each of us knows what the Russian "Gazelle" looks like. And it's not about the animal, but about the low-tonnage truck. It is actively used in small and large cities. The car is capable of driving where a normal truck car is prohibited. Today we will talk about a model like the GAZ 330210. A photo and a review of the car - later in this article.
Characteristic
The car belongs to the class of "small tonnage van". For the first time the GAZ 330210 ("GAZelle") appeared in the distant 94-th year. She did not have longer versions. The model was produced before the 2000s, after which 4-meter "GAZels" gained popularity.
Design
The need to create a low-tonnage truck in Russia has arisen since the times of the USSR. After all, there was not always the need for large ZILs and Gazon. In the 90s, a small-capacity Ford Transit truck was actively used in Germany. In Russia, a truck was created and was named "GAZelle". The exterior of the car is recognizable from afar. What is there to say, these body lines are still used in the "Business" models. Side of the GAZ-330210 and its base model 3302 are almost indistinguishable, even if we take into account the model of 2017 ("Neksti" does not count). The exterior of the car was borrowed from the "Volga". So, on the GAZ-330210 passed the grille and headlights. The rest of the body lines painfully resemble the good old Transit.
Salon
The interior is finished simply and without any frills. Classic instrument panel with a speedometer and tachometer scales, glove box in the center and a flat panel on the passenger side. By the way, the glove box on the old "GAZel" is executed quite qualitatively. On new cars (2003+) the lid literally "leads" due to lack of rigidity on the plastic. Also at the bottom of the old "GAZelle" there is another glove box, however, it is without a cover. Later he still received it (in 2003). The steering wheel is quite recognizable. Someone will say "yes this is the GAZonovsky wheel", and they will be right. Yes, in the "small tonnage" it was installed it, without changes in the thickness and diameter. Reviews of the owners say that it is very uncomfortable. Often you can see the picture when the GAZ-330210 in 1996, put a foreign car steering wheel (for example, four-spoke from Audi). The seats are the same as the second generation "GAZelek" (with teardrop headlights). Later they purchased armrests (on the models "Next"). Another drawback - the quality of the plastic dashboard. He wears old GAZels. On new models, this problem was eliminated. The plastic itself, surprisingly, does not rattle. However, the roar of the engine is heard strongly. Very little free space, especially for the feet. With the advent of the new "europanel" this ailment is partially eliminated. But the width of the cabin remained the same. This problem was taken into account only when developing the "Nekstov". So, the width of the cabins was increased by 10 centimeters.
Specifications
What does GAZ-330210 have technical characteristics? Under the hood of this truck was a standard engine from the "Volga". And in the 90's, he did not undergo any changes, although the engineers knew that the machine would work in the mode of increased loads. So, grip strongly suffers. After all, it is designed for passenger "Volgovsk" two tons. And here, in addition to the curb weight in 2200, another one and a half tons are loaded into the car. Therefore, even in the "no overload" mode, the life of the clutch plate is no more than 20 thousand. The volume of the engine itself has not changed - all the same 2.4 liters. Power ZMZ 402 (and this motor was put on the "Volga" and the car GAZ-330210) was 90 horsepower. Naturally, there is no need to talk about any traction characteristics. In view of the low power under heavy load, not only the clutch disc, but also the engine itself worked. As a result, fuel consumption was about 20 liters. In this regard, almost all "GAZel" now equipped with gas-cylinder equipment. There is a second and fourth generation HBO, propane or methane. The latter requires the installation of several cylinders, which greatly affects the curb weight of the car. Over time, the line was enlarged with more powerful engines ZMZ-406 (carburetor) and 405 (injector, 152 forces). With the release of the "Business" line, the machines began to be equipped with Cummins diesel engines, which had sufficient traction and torque, which was already available from idling (which is typical only for diesel engines). In view of the low adaptability of the motor, some owners installed motors from Ford Transit to GAZ-330210. Acceleration characteristics and torque have grown significantly. The most podkapotnogo space is enough to install here a German motor. There were cases when instead of the 402-nd engine put the unit with the "Sprinter". However, these are only isolated cases. Also motorists note a small resource of the motor. In the constant load mode, it requires major repairs after 300 thousand kilometers.
Suspension
Suspension around the circle is spring, dependent. Behind there is a stabilizer of lateral stability. From the plant, they install sheets without subsubsorbers. To carry more than a half tons, the owners strengthen the frame and put on 3-5 springs.
However, do not forget that the car's bridge remained the same. At high loads, the "stocking" begins to crack. Also, once a season, you have to squeeze the pivots on the front beam.
Other Motor Problems
The reviews point out that the main problem of the 402nd Zavolzhsky engine was the oil painting. The reason is the poor quality of the crankshaft oil seal. After two and a half thousand turns, he could not cope with the pressure and began to skip the grease. Another problem is related to the intake. The mixture from the carburettor was often fed unevenly, which caused the motor to twitch, vibrate, and tripod. The next problem, which car owners have repeatedly said, is the knock of the engine. The reason for this - uncontrolled valves. Each 15 thousand had to manually adjust the gap. And since the GAZ-330210 - a commercial vehicle, this run was very fast. Some establish hydraulic compensators with new motors on the 402nd. But again, this is additional work and money costs.
Is it getting hot?
And the last, no less common problem is the engine overheating. Often on the roads (in the summer) you can see the old "GAZel" with a plastic bottle under the hood. Some drivers are sure that this way the engine will receive more cold air. However, in fact, the problem is solved by installing a more volumetric, three-section radiator and an increased impeller of the cooling fan (11 blades instead of 6). Why not set it up at the factory, remains a question for many "gazelists." But even with all this, the engine was prone to overheating. To eliminate this problem, it is required to regularly air the system. The so-called plug is often formed near the thermostat. To remove it, put the car under a slope and open the cover of the expansion tank. The air must leave the system.
About the price
At the moment, the cost of GAZ-330210 cars of the 90s is from 45 to 180 thousand rubles. The price depends heavily on the state. Is it worth buying this car now? Experienced motorists do not advise taking this machine for commercial purposes. The given motor has set of defects, and the body and a cabin "tired enough" for this time. For regular cargo transportation it is necessary to take cars of an age not more than 10 years. Now "GAZel Business" falls under this bar. Their price is 300-400 thousand. Let them be a little more expensive, but these machines will not be constantly repaired and will bring you a profit.
So, we found out what the domestic small-capacity truck "GAZelle" -330210 is.