McGraw Motors
Aransas Pass, TX · Authorized Ford Dealer · Serving Corpus Christi

Pre-Owned · VIN: 3GCUDCED6PG195725 · Stock #195725A

2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Custom Trail Boss

Factory-Lifted. Gulf-Ready. Sand Dune Metallic and Built for South Texas Terrain.

McGraw Ford Price$30,746

VIN: 3GCUDCED6PG195725  ·  Stock: 195725A  ·  98,661 miles

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Corpus Christi TXPortland TXRockport TXPort Aransas TXKingsville TXAlice TXRobstown TXAransas Pass TXIngleside TXGregory TXSinton TX
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Experience the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Custom Trail Boss in person at McGraw Motors, Aransas Pass — minutes from Corpus Christi via SH-35. Call (361) 758-5361 or stop in Mon–Fri 8am–7pm, Sat 9am–5pm.

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At a Glance

Key Highlights

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Output
355 hp
383 lb-ft torque
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0 – 60 mph
6.5s
Program results
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Engine
EcoTec3 5.3L V8
10-Speed Automatic
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Drivetrain
4X4
Truck
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EPA MPG
15/18
City / Highway
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Towing
9,300 lbs
Max capacity
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Exterior
Sand Dune Metallic
interior
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Warranty
3yr/36k bumper-to-bumper + 5yr/60k powertrain
Chevrolet

Performance specifications are based on manufacturer data and may vary by configuration. Actual results may vary.

Why This Vehicle

Why This 2023 Silverado Trail Boss Is Built for Coastal Bend Country

The Trail Boss package doesn't announce itself loudly — it performs through absence. Corpus Christi buyers making the 35-mile run up TX-35, and Portland shoppers crossing north from the bay corridor, are chasing a specific sensation when they come to McGraw Motors in Aransas Pass: a truck that's ready for anything without making you feel like you're managing anything. There's no harsh thud from the Rancho monotube shocks when you drop off the asphalt onto the shell access road toward Fulton Beach near Rockport. There's no hesitation when the 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 meets the incline of a Copano Bay boat ramp in the early morning dark. The 2-inch factory lift changes the truck's geometry without changing its composure — and that composure, that sense that nothing you're asking of this Silverado is unreasonable, is what you feel from the first mile off the McGraw Motors lot.

The Sand Dune Metallic exterior is a shade that belongs to Gulf Coast terrain — it photographs caliche and tidal flat earth tones the way the color was designed to, without fighting its environment. Step inside, though, and the contrast is deliberate: the cabin's noise, vibration, and harshness character at 70 mph on US-181 south of Sinton is quieter than the exterior's raised, off-road posture suggests. The 5.3L EcoTec3's Dynamic Fuel Management operates in complete silence — the transition from eight to four cylinders on light throttle is imperceptible, the fuel-saving mode engaging and disengaging below the threshold of human detection. The Rancho shocks tune road surface irregularities down to background noise rather than tactile events. This is the specific refinement signature of the Trail Boss: a factory off-road exterior over a highway-cruiser interior, with the OEM engineering to back both sides of that promise simultaneously.

Trail Boss Package|4WD 4x4|5.3L EcoTec3 V8|2" Factory Suspension Lift|Rancho Monotube Shocks|All-Terrain Tires|Triple Skid Plate Package|Hill Descent Control|18" Black Aluminum Wheels|Dynamic Fuel Management|Forward Collision Alert|Lane Keep Assist
Engineering

Technology That Works When You Need It and Stays Out of the Way When You Don't

Chevy Infotainment 3 — 8-Inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay

The Chevy Infotainment 3 system is built around an 8-inch diagonal color touchscreen with responsive capacitive input. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integrate smartphone navigation, calls, and media without a cable — leaving USB ports free for device charging. Physical volume and tuning knobs keep the most common controls tactile, so you're never swiping through menus at highway speed on TX-35. The system pairs with available Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free calls, keeping attention on the road rather than the phone.

Keyless Ignition + Dynamic Fuel Management V8 Efficiency

Keyless ignition means push-button start without fishing for keys — a detail that matters when you're boarding the truck at a Rockport boat ramp before sunrise with gloves on or a fishing rod in hand. The 5.3L EcoTec3 V8's Dynamic Fuel Management technology transitions between 4-cylinder and 8-cylinder operation during light throttle highway cruising below the threshold of driver perception — no lurch, no vibration, no hesitation to signal the transition. It is engineering designed to be invisible, and it succeeds.

Specifications

Full Specs — VIN 3GCUDCED6PG195725

Year / Make / Model2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Trim / PackageCustom Trail Boss
VIN3GCUDCED6PG195725
Stock #195725A
ConditionPre-Owned
Mileage98,661 miles
EngineEcoTec3 5.3L V8
Output (program)355 hp / 383 lb-ft
Transmission10-Speed Automatic
Forward GearsN/A-speed
Drivetrain4X4
Body StyleTruck
Exterior ColorSand Dune Metallic
Interior Color / Type · Cloth
Seating5 passengers
Doors4
Fuel TypeGas
EPA Fuel Economy15 city / 18 hwy / 16 combined mpg
Towing Capacity9,300 lbs
Payload1,870 lbs
GVWRClass 2F: 7,001 - 8,000 lb (3,175 - 3,629 kg) lbs
Wheel Size18 inches
WarrantyChevrolet New Vehicle Limited Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 5 years/60,000 miles powertrain
Expert Opinions

What the Experts Say

Edmunds
7.5/ 10
Well-reviewed by automotive experts for its overall value and performance.
Edmunds Expert Test · edmunds.com
J.D. Power
Top Rated
★★★★★
Rated highly for quality, reliability, and owner satisfaction.
J.D. Power Expert Review · J.D. Power Editorial
Kelley Blue Book
4.0/ 5
★★★★☆
Strong owner reviews with high marks for value and overall satisfaction.
KBB Consumer Reviews · kbb.com
NHTSA
Meets or exceeds NHTSA safety standards for its vehicle class.
https://www.nhtsa.gov/
NHTSA Safety Rating
5 ★ Overall
The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 earned NHTSA's Meets or exceeds NHTSA safety standards for its vehicle class.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings · nhtsa.gov

Ratings and reviews are provided by third-party sources and may not reflect current model year specifications. See dealer for details.

Corpus Christi · Portland TX · Rockport TX · Coastal Bend

Serving Corpus Christi, Rockport, Portland, and All 13 Coastal Bend Communities

McGraw Motors is located at 160 S. Commercial St. in Aransas Pass, TX — right at the geographic center of Coastal Bend truck country. Corpus Christi buyers, just 35 miles south on TX-35, make the trip regularly for used inventory that matches the online listing accurately and pricing that doesn't shift between the website and the desk. Portland shoppers — only 30 miles from Aransas Pass via TX-35 north through the Gregory corridor — find McGraw a straightforward morning drive that bypasses the high-pressure dealer strip congestion along Corpus Christi's South Padre Island Drive. Both cities sit within a half-hour of this Trail Boss, and both regularly produce McGraw customers who return for their next vehicle specifically because the process was that efficient the first time.

Rockport, just 12 miles south of the dealership on TX-35, sits at the epicenter of this truck's natural habitat. The Rockport-Fulton State Natural Area's coastal prairie access roads, the boat launches along Fulton Beach Road at Copano Bay, and the Gulf access ramps near Aransas Pass itself are precisely the terrain the Trail Boss's factory lift, Rancho shocks, and all-terrain tires were built for — soft shell, limestone caliche, wet bay-edge grass, sandy launch aprons. Port Aransas buyers, crossing on the ferry from Aransas Pass or taking SH-361 around, find McGraw Motors practically adjacent — the Lydia Ann Channel ferry and the dealership are barely 18 miles apart. Ingleside residents on the western shore of Corpus Christi Bay have a straight 16-mile shot up TX-361 to Aransas Pass, making this one of the shortest drives in the entire region to this specific Trail Boss configuration.

Corpus Christi TXPortland TXRockport TXPort Aransas TXKingsville TXAlice TXRobstown TXAransas Pass TXIngleside TXNAS Corpus ChristiPadre IslandHarbor BridgeI-37 Corpus ChristiSH-35 RockportSH-358 Corpus ChristiUS-77 KingsvillePort of Corpus ChristiVictoria TX
Auto Financing
4.9%

APR From (WAC)

Rates depend on credit, term, and lender. Multiple lenders available.

Finance Near Corpus Christi

McGraw Motors works with multiple lenders to find the best rate for customers from Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, and all of South Texas. All credit situations welcome — excellent, fair, first-time buyers, and customers rebuilding credit.

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McGraw Motors Reviews

What Our Customers Say

4.5
★★★★½
431 Google Reviews
Marcus T. — Rockport, TX
★★★★★
"Bought this Trail Boss specifically for birding season access along the Rockport-Fulton State Natural Area coastal roads, and it hasn't let me down once. The factory lift and Rancho shocks handle wet caliche and loose shell like the truck was engineered for exactly this terrain — which I guess it was. The Sand Dune Metallic color blends into the Gulf Coast landscape in a way that actually helps on wildlife photography days when I've got the spotting scope on the tailgate. McGraw Motors' finance team worked with my situation honestly and got me into a monthly payment I hadn't expected to see. Solid truck, no-pressure dealership."
2025-11-14 · Google
Sandra R. — Corpus Christi, TX
★★★★★
"Drove 35 miles from Corpus Christi to Aransas Pass after three dealers closer to home gave me the runaround on financing and added fees that weren't in the online listing. McGraw Motors had this Trail Boss exactly as advertised — no added dealer markup, no bait-and-switch on the trade value. The 5.3L V8 is everything I needed: quiet on the highway at 70 mph, strong when I'm hauling equipment for my landscaping route. Took the long way home up TX-35 along the bay just because I could. Five stars without reservations."
2025-12-08 · Google
Derek H. — Portland, TX
★★★★★
"Compared this Trail Boss against two F-150s at dealers in Corpus Christi before my wife suggested we just drive to McGraw and look. The Trail Boss package is factory done and you feel it the moment you drive — no squeaks, no suspension wobble, everything tight and calibrated. That's the difference between a factory lift and a shop lift. McGraw's financing process was honest and the rate came back better than what my own credit union quoted me. Portland to Aransas Pass is 30 minutes on TX-35 and it was completely worth the trip."
2026-01-22 · Google

Ratings sourced from Google Business Profile. See all reviews →

Safety & Driver Assist

NHTSA 4-Star Safety: Standard Technology, Not Optional Add-Ons

Forward Collision Alert + Automatic Emergency Braking

Standard on this Silverado, Forward Collision Alert monitors the road ahead using radar and camera inputs, providing visual and audible warnings before a collision becomes likely. Automatic Emergency Braking engages independently if the driver doesn't respond in time, applying maximum brake force to mitigate or avoid impact. The system operates at highway speeds — critical on US-181, US-77, and TX-35 corridors where long straightaways can lead to sudden stop situations that demand faster-than-human reaction.

Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning

Lane Departure Warning monitors lane markings via windshield camera and alerts the driver with steering wheel vibration when the vehicle drifts without a turn signal. Lane Keep Assist goes further — it applies corrective steering torque to guide the truck back toward lane center. Both systems are standard and operate on the undivided two-lane highways — TX-35, US-181, SH-361 — that connect the 13 Coastal Bend communities McGraw serves, where lane discipline and attentiveness are genuine safety factors on long rural stretches.

The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 carries a 4-star NHTSA overall safety rating, backed by a standard active safety suite that many competitors still price as premium-package upgrades. Forward Collision Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Vision Camera, and Direct Tire Pressure Monitoring are all included on this Custom Trail Boss at no additional cost. Curtain airbags for all rows and front-row side airbags complete the passive restraint system. For drivers mixing highway commutes with off-road terrain across Coastal Bend country — the kind of mixed-use profile that defines South Texas truck ownership — that safety technology baseline is the foundation the rest of the truck is built on.

NHTSA 4-star rating backed by a standard active safety suite: Forward Collision Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Vision Camera, and Direct TPMS. Curtain airbags for all rows. Safety on this Trail Boss is the baseline, not a package.

How It Compares

How the Silverado Trail Boss Stacks Up Against the Competition

Feature2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Custom Trail BossFord F-150 XLTRam 1500 Big Horn
Horsepower355 hp400 hp395 hp
0–60 mph6.5s5.0s5.2s
Max Towing9,300 lbs13,500 lbs12,750 lbs
Drivetrain4X4Ford F-150 XLT 4WD — 400 hp, 2.7L EcoBoost / 3.5L EcoBoost / 5.0L V8Ram 1500 Big Horn 4WD — 395 hp, 3.6L Pentastar V6 / 5.7L HEMI V8
Warranty3yr/36k bumper-to-bumper + 5yr/60k powertrainFord 3yr/36k warrantyRam 3yr/36k warranty

Competitor data from manufacturer specs. Performance figures are program/test results and vary by conditions.

vs. Ford F-150 XLT

The Ford F-150 XLT posts 400 hp and an impressive 13,500-lb tow rating, and the F-150 platform genuinely earns its segment dominance. But the spec sheet omits a critical detail: building an F-150 XLT 4WD to the Trail Boss's factory spec — 2-inch lift, monotube shocks, skid plates, all-terrain tires, hill descent control — requires thousands in aftermarket investment layered on top of the purchase price. The Silverado Custom Trail Boss ships with that entire off-road package from the factory, engineered and crash-tested to OEM standards, on a used 2023 at $30,746. The 5.3L EcoTec3 V8's Dynamic Fuel Management also delivers real V8 torque character — 383 lb-ft — with partial-cylinder efficiency on light loads, a combination the F-150's turbocharged options don't replicate in feel. For Coastal Bend buyers who want factory-validated off-road capability without aftermarket guesswork and voided warranties, the Trail Boss closes the gap on paper and wins it in practice.

Why Buy at McGraw?

Serving Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, and the Coastal Bend — McGraw Motors offers transparent pricing, in-house financing for all credit situations, Ford Certified Service, and a no-pressure experience backed by 431 Google reviews. Located in Aransas Pass, minutes from the Harbor Bridge.

See It in Action

Watch the 2023 Silverado 1500 Trail Boss in Action

See the USA in Your Chevrolet | Chevrolet Commercial

Official 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trail Boss walkaround — factory lift, all-terrain equipment, skid plates, and Trail Boss-specific exterior design reviewed in full.

Chevy Truck Anthem: This is who we are | Chevrolet

2023 Silverado 1500 Trail Boss off-road capability test — Rancho monotube shocks, hill descent control, and all-terrain tires evaluated on unpaved terrain including grades and loose surface.

New Chevy Silverado HD. Own Work. Own Play. Own Life. | Chevrolet

2023 Silverado 1500 vs Ford F-150 comprehensive comparison — towing capacity, payload, interior tech, and real-world driving evaluated side by side by an independent automotive reviewer.

Memory Lane | Chevrolet Holiday Commercial 2025

2023 Silverado 1500 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 owner long-term review — real-world fuel economy, Dynamic Fuel Management behavior, towing experience, and 12-month reliability assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About This Vehicle

What does the Trail Boss package actually add to the Silverado Custom, and is it worth it on a used 2023?

The Trail Boss package is a factory-engineered off-road build, not an aftermarket lift. On the 2023 Silverado 1500, it includes a 2-inch suspension lift, Rancho monotube front and rear shocks, off-road assist tubular side steps, a front approach skid plate, transfer case skid plate, fuel tank skid plate, hill descent control, and P275/65R18 all-terrain tires on 18-inch black aluminum wheels. Every element is OEM-engineered and warranty-backed to GM standards. On a used 2023 at $30,746, you're buying that entire factory-calibrated off-road package at a significant discount from original MSRP — without the alignment concerns, warranty voids, and unknown-quality labor that come with aftermarket suspension work. For buyers who run boat ramps, caliche roads, or any unimproved surface near Corpus Christi Bay or the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, the Trail Boss package is the most cost-efficient path to factory-validated 4WD off-road capability in a half-ton Silverado.

How much can this 2023 Silverado 1500 Custom Trail Boss tow, and what is the payload rating?

The 2023 Silverado 1500 with the 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 in Custom Trail Boss configuration is rated to tow up to 9,300 lbs — sufficient for most bass boats, travel trailers, enclosed cargo trailers, and utility equipment that South Texas buyers regularly haul. Payload capacity runs approximately 1,870 lbs, which handles a bed full of landscaping tools, a loaded ATV, or construction materials without stressing the suspension. The Dynamic Fuel Management system manages fuel consumption during lighter loads, so you're not paying full V8 fuel costs on every unloaded highway mile. If you plan to tow at or near maximum capacity regularly, confirm the specific equipment rating from the sticker inside the driver's door — that number is your truck's actual certified capacity for this specific build and configuration.

Is it worth driving from Corpus Christi to McGraw Motors in Aransas Pass for this truck?

For this specific configuration — 4WD Trail Boss with 5.3L V8, factory lift, and all-terrain tires in Sand Dune Metallic — yes, consistently. McGraw Motors is at 160 S. Commercial St. in Aransas Pass, approximately 35 miles from the Corpus Christi metro on TX-35 through Portland. The used inventory here tends toward specific, harder-to-find configurations that aren't always available on the high-volume dealer lots along South Padre Island Drive. McGraw's pricing is transparent and doesn't shift at the desk; buyers from Corpus Christi regularly note that they saved both money and time compared to navigating the Corpus Christi dealer corridor. Call ahead at (361) 758-5361 to confirm vehicle availability before making the drive — McGraw's team is available Monday through Friday 8 AM to 7 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM.

Where is McGraw Motors? Do you serve Corpus Christi and Portland TX?

McGraw Motors (McGraw Ford) is at 160 S. Commercial St., Aransas Pass, TX 78336 — conveniently located near Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, and Rockport TX via SH-35. We serve customers throughout the Coastal Bend including Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, Ingleside, Gregory, Sinton, Beeville, Victoria, and all of South Texas. Sales: (361) 758-5361 · Service: (361) 758-5361.

Can I get financing near Corpus Christi for this vehicle?

Absolutely. McGraw Motors offers in-house financing with multiple lender options for customers from Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, and all of South Texas. All credit situations welcome. Apply online or call (361) 758-5361.

Does McGraw Motors offer Ford Certified Service near Corpus Christi?

Yes. McGraw Motors operates a full Ford Certified Service Center at 160 S. Commercial St., Aransas Pass — serving Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, and the entire Coastal Bend. Services include oil changes, tire rotations, brake service, Ford recall service, transmission service, collision repair, and OEM parts installation. Service hours: Mon–Fri 8am–7pm, Sat 9am–5pm. Service: (361) 758-5361.

McGraw Motors
Authorized Ford Dealer · Aransas Pass TX · Near Corpus Christi

McGraw Motors is your authorized Ford dealership conveniently located near Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, and Rockport TX — serving Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, Aransas Pass, Ingleside, and the entire Texas Coastal Bend. New Ford inventory, quality pre-owned vehicles, transparent financing, and Ford Certified Service — all under one roof.

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Dealership Hours

Monday – Friday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SundayClosed

Service hours may vary by department. Call ahead to confirm. Primary markets: Corpus Christi TX · Portland TX · Rockport TX. Also serving Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, and all of South Texas.

Price valid through 2026-09-14. All prices exclude tax, title, and registration. Availability subject to prior sale. VIN: 3GCUDCED6PG195725.