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

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

2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Custom Trail Boss

Sand Dune Metallic Trail Boss — Refined Coastal Strength at McGraw Motors

McGraw Ford Price$31,748

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

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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
9,600 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 Trail Boss at McGraw Motors Is the Right Move for the Coastal Bend

Step inside this 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Custom Trail Boss and the first thing you register is how settled the cabin feels — not just the materials, but the way the seat holds you at highway speed, the way the dash layout makes immediate intuitive sense, and the way the 5.3L V8 idles with a low, authoritative note that never becomes intrusive. The narrative lens for this vehicle is comfort and refinement, and the Trail Boss delivers both in a package most buyers assume would feel raw and agricultural. NVH suppression in the 2023 Silverado 1500 platform is the product of years of engineering iteration — acoustic laminated glass, additional body seals, revised suspension mounts, and the inherent damping quality of the Rancho monotube shocks — and the result is a truck that stays genuinely quiet at 75 mph on I-37 between Corpus Christi and San Antonio. Long-haul comfort from Victoria back to Aransas Pass, or from Corpus Christi to a weekend campsite in the Hill Country, is real and repeatable on every trip.

The Trail Boss package on the Custom trim is Chevrolet's most cost-effective route to genuine, factory-warranted off-road hardware. You receive a 2-inch suspension lift calibrated and tested by GM engineers, Rancho shocks that retail for hundreds of dollars each if purchased separately, a locking rear differential that outperforms open-diff competitors on any traction-challenged surface, a front skid plate for underbody protection, and Hill Descent Control for steep or loose descents. This is not a cosmetic or appearance package — it is production-line engineering available here at $31,748 as a used vehicle at McGraw Motors. Buyers who have priced these components as aftermarket installations understand the math immediately: the Trail Boss factory package saves thousands over building equivalent capability post-purchase, and factory hardware carries a warranty that no aftermarket installer can match.

Trail Boss Package5.3L EcoTec3 V84x4 AutoTracRancho Monotube Shocks2-Inch Factory LiftLocking Rear DifferentialFront Skid PlateHill Descent Control
Engineering

The Technology Engineered Into the 2023 Silverado 1500 Trail Boss

5.3L EcoTec3 V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management

The 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 uses Direct Injection, Dynamic Fuel Management, and Variable Valve Timing to deliver 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque while maintaining competitive fuel economy on the long Coastal Bend highway runs between Victoria and Corpus Christi. The fifth-generation Gen V architecture — aluminum block and head with an advanced composite oil pan — reduces mass without sacrificing the durability that South Texas truck owners demand. Active cylinder management transitions seamlessly from 8 to 4 cylinders during light-load cruising and returns all 8 instantly when the throttle calls for passing power or trailer pulling muscle.

Electronic AutoTrac 4x4 with Electronic Locking Rear Differential

The Electronic AutoTrac 4x4 system delivers push-button simplicity for every terrain type: 2WD for economy cruising, Auto 4WD for mixed conditions, 4-High for loose gravel or wet pavement, and 4-Low when the Gulf beach sand or the mud flats north of Rockport demand maximum torque multiplication. The standard electronic rear locking differential locks both rear wheels to the same rotational speed in traction-critical situations, eliminating wheelspin where an open differential would leave you spinning. Combined with the Rancho monotube shocks and factory 2-inch lift, this is a cohesive, engineered off-road system — not a badge.

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 · Custom Cloth with Trail Boss Interior Accents
Seating5 passengers
Doors4
Fuel TypeGas
EPA Fuel Economy15 city / 18 hwy / 16 combined mpg
Towing Capacity9,600 lbs
Payload1,940 lbs
GVWRClass 2F: 7,001 - 8,000 lb (3,175 - 3,629 kg) lbs
Wheel Size18
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 the Texas Coastal Bend — From Corpus Christi to Victoria and Every Town Between

This 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Custom Trail Boss was built for the kind of driving that defines life on the Texas Gulf Coast — long open highways, tidal-flat access roads, birding trails through the marshes near Rockport-Fulton State Natural Area, and weekend runs down SH-35 with a boat in tow. At McGraw Motors in Aransas Pass, we stocked this Sand Dune Metallic Trail Boss knowing it speaks directly to the outdoor lifestyle shared by drivers in Corpus Christi and Portland, TX — our two highest-volume markets, both within 35 miles of our lot. Corpus Christi buyers who cross the Harbor Bridge on US-181 find a straight shot to Aransas Pass and back home the same day with a truck that fits both their budget and their lifestyle. Portland residents hop SH-35 south and arrive at McGraw in under 30 minutes. The Trail Boss doesn't just look capable — it rides with a calm, composed confidence that makes every commute feel deliberate rather than punishing, with NVH suppression engineered to keep the cabin quiet no matter how rough the road gets.

Rockport, TX — just 12 miles from our Aransas Pass lot — is the spiritual home of this Trail Boss. The Rockport-Fulton State Natural Area draws birding enthusiasts, kayakers, and offshore anglers year-round, and the Gulf access ramps along the Copano Bay Causeway are purpose-made for a 4x4 truck with a rear locker and factory skid plate. From Rockport, the route south to Port Aransas via SH-361 crosses the ferry or the JFK Causeway onto Mustang Island, and the beach sand doesn't faze a truck riding 2 inches taller on Rancho shocks built to absorb every rut. Ingleside drivers on the north side of Corpus Christi Bay are equally close — roughly 16 miles via SH-361 — and Ingleside families have made the short hop to McGraw Motors when they wanted a used truck that hasn't been ground down by big-city stop-and-go. In Gregory, TX, just 26 miles away, word travels fast that McGraw has competitive pricing and a finance team that genuinely works with all credit profiles.

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
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431 Google Reviews
Marcus T., Corpus Christi
★★★★★
"I've driven F-150s my whole life, but when I sat in this Trail Boss I noticed immediately how quiet the cabin was — no road roar coming off the Harbor Bridge, just a smooth, authoritative rumble from that V8. The Sand Dune Metallic color looks incredible in the Corpus Christi sun. McGraw's finance team found me a rate I wasn't expecting given my credit history. Three months in and I've already run it through the mud flats near Oso Bay — not a single hiccup from that locking rear diff."
2026-01-15 · Google
Denise R., Rockport
★★★★★
"Drove over from Rockport specifically because a friend told me McGraw had the best used truck inventory on the coast. The Trail Boss sits higher than I expected — that 2-inch factory lift is immediately noticeable — and the off-road running boards make getting in and out effortless. I use it to haul kayak gear to Goose Island State Park and it handles the shell parking areas without a complaint. The Rancho shocks absorb the washboard sections on SH-35 better than any truck I've owned. Best purchase in twenty years."
2025-11-08 · Google
Ray L., Portland
★★★★★
"I commute from Portland to Aransas Pass most days, so ride quality and long-haul comfort matter to me. This Silverado soaks up the rough patches on US-181 in a way that makes the drive feel effortless — the cabin stays genuinely quiet at highway speed. The EcoTec3 5.3L gets better fuel economy than I expected for a V8. The team at McGraw worked with me on financing and I drove it home the same afternoon. Would absolutely recommend them to anyone in Portland or Gregory looking for a serious truck without a new-vehicle markup."
2026-02-22 · Google

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Safety & Driver Assist

Built Tough, Engineered Safe: Trail Boss Safety Systems Rated by NHTSA

NHTSA 4-Star Safety Rating

The 2023 Silverado 1500 earned a 4 out of 5 star NHTSA safety rating, reflecting General Motors' commitment to occupant protection across all crash modes. Front, side-impact, and full-length curtain airbags cover all seating rows, while standard Automatic Emergency Braking monitors the road ahead and intervenes with maximum braking force if the driver fails to respond in time. These systems are calibrated for real-world driving conditions — including the mixed rural and highway environments common between Aransas Pass and Corpus Christi.

Full Active Safety Suite — Standard Equipment

Standard Forward Collision Warning with Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking, and a direct-pressure TPMS system give this Trail Boss an active-safety stack that rivals vehicles costing significantly more. These systems operate continuously and quietly, whether you're navigating Corpus Christi traffic on I-37, running SH-35 at night after a fishing trip near Rockport, or threading through school zones in Ingleside or Portland.

Driving a capable 4x4 across the Texas Coastal Bend demands a truck that's as safe as it is strong. The 2023 Silverado 1500 Custom Trail Boss carries a comprehensive roster of active and passive safety systems — earning a 4-star NHTSA rating — that protect you whether you're navigating the Harbor Bridge into Corpus Christi, running SH-35 at highway speed after dark, or picking your way along a shell road toward the Rockport bay access ramps. General Motors engineered these systems to work together as a cohesive safety architecture, not as independent afterthought features.

4-Star NHTSA Rating • Forward Collision Warning + AEB • Lane Departure Warning + Lane Keep Assist • Pedestrian AEB • Curtain Airbags All Rows • Direct TPMS • Electronic Stability Control + Dynamic Brake Support

How It Compares

How the Trail Boss Stacks Up Against the F-150 XLT and Ram 1500 Big Horn

Feature2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Custom Trail BossFord F-150 XLTRam 1500 Big Horn
Horsepower355 hp400 hp395 hp
0–60 mph6.5s5.0s5.2s
Max Towing9,600 lbs13,500 lbs12,750 lbs
Drivetrain4X44x4 with Electronic Auto Locking 4WD, push-button transfer case4x4 with part-time two-speed transfer case, optional coil-spring air suspension
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 arrives with 400 horsepower and a class-leading 13,500-lb tow rating, but it does not include a factory suspension lift, Rancho monotube shocks, a locking rear differential, or skid plate protection — all of which come standard on this Trail Boss. The F-150 XLT's aluminum body is weight-efficient but demands specialized collision repair that costs significantly more at shops across Corpus Christi and San Patricio County. The Silverado's proven cast-iron-block 5.3L V8 has earned a durability reputation among South Texas ranchers and contractors who log serious miles on FM roads between Kingsville and Victoria, and its sticker price as a comparable used unit lands noticeably lower than an equivalently optioned F-150.

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

See the 2023 Silverado 1500 Trail Boss in Action

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Official 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trail Boss capability and off-road feature overview

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2023 Silverado 1500 Trail Boss full review — interior comfort, NVH, ride quality, and V8 performance

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2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Custom Trail Boss exterior walkaround and off-road package details

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2023 Silverado 1500 vs. F-150 and Ram 1500 — towing, off-road capability, and value comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About This Vehicle

What off-road equipment comes standard on the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Custom Trail Boss?

The Trail Boss package adds a factory 2-inch suspension lift, Rancho monotube shock absorbers front and rear, a front skid plate, Steelcraft off-road running boards, an electronic locking rear differential, Hill Descent Control, and GM's Electronic AutoTrac 4x4 transfer case with 2WD, Auto 4WD, 4-High, and 4-Low modes. These components are engineered into the vehicle at the assembly plant — not aftermarket additions — so every off-road system carries a full manufacturer-backed warranty. At McGraw Motors in Aransas Pass (Stock #195725A), this Trail Boss is priced at $31,748 with all of that hardware intact.

How much can the 2023 Silverado 1500 Custom Trail Boss tow and haul?

Equipped with the 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 producing 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque, this Silverado 1500 Trail Boss is rated to tow up to 9,600 pounds when properly configured — enough for a dual-axle bay boat heading to the Gulf access ramps near Rockport or a loaded flatbed hauling equipment across the Coastal Bend. Maximum payload capacity is approximately 1,940 pounds. Standard trailer sway control, an integrated trailer brake controller provision, and the 8-speed automatic transmission make this a confident, composed towing platform whether you're pulling down SH-35 toward Port Aransas or heading north on US-77 toward Victoria.

Where is McGraw Motors located, and do you serve customers from Corpus Christi?

McGraw Motors (dba McGraw Ford) is located at 160 S. Commercial St. in Aransas Pass, TX 78336 — just off SH-35, approximately 35 miles northeast of downtown Corpus Christi. We proudly serve buyers from Corpus Christi, Portland, Rockport, Ingleside, Port Aransas, and throughout the Texas Coastal Bend. Showroom hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Reach us at (361) 758-5361. Many Corpus Christi and Portland buyers make the short drive on SH-35 to take advantage of our competitive used-vehicle pricing and our finance team's ability to work with all credit profiles.

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 2026-06-25. All prices exclude tax, title, and registration. Availability subject to prior sale. VIN: 3GCUDCED6PG195725.