1995 GMC Suburban SLT review from North America
"The Suburban is a reliable, comfortable people mover and cargo hauler"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
After a few months there was a water leak in the rear barn door seal.
The local dealer was honest enough to recommend taking the truck to an upholstery shop who replaced the seal and added sealant to take care of the problem.
General comments?
We use this truck as a family vehicle for 2 adults, 2 kids, 2 dogs plus visiting friends and relatives.
We also have a 31 cf cargo box on top and tow a 3500 lb. travel trailer easily with it.
Very comfortable highway cruiser for short and long-distance travel.
Parking in the city or tight spaces can be a challenge.
Small kids or adults may find it difficult to climb into or out of the truck. We have Nerf bars mounted on the sides to assist with entry and exit.
I'm not sure if this applies to all models, but our research showed that for this year, the VIN (Vehicle ID Number) that begins with a 1 was built in Janesville, WI in the factory that uses robots and people. The driver door label should also mention the factory location.
The VIN that begins with a 3 indicates the truck was made in Mexico, which did not use robots in 1995. This might explain why some models are not as reliable. There may also be a plant in Texas.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.7L V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 42000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 63000 miles |
| Previous car | GMC Mercedes 190D |
| Date of Entry | 12th August, 2002 |