1993 GMC Sonoma SLE review from North America
"A very good product from GM"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Bigger stuff:
Starter was replaced at 90,000 miles.
The Electronic Control Module was replaced at 110,000 miles.
Radiator was replaced at 135,000 miles.
Little, normal stuff:
Brakes at 98,000 miles.
Serpentine belts at 75,000 - 110,000 - 153,000.
General comments?
I just love this truck. I feel like it's life is only half over. It still looks good and drives well.
I bought it for $12,400 ten years ago and have had very few problems. I call that cheap, reliable transportation.
It is my only vehicle and I drive it 18 miles to work everyday and also use it to haul dirt and wood occasionally.
Plenty of power, reliable, feel very safe in it.
I consistently get 20 miles per gallon in winter and 22 in summer.
Still have the original clutch.
Little rust yet at 153,000 miles and ten Wisconsin winters although I've been getting green paint on my polishing rags from day one. Wish it had a clear coat.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1993 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.3 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 20 miles |
| Most recent distance | 153000 miles |
| Previous car | Chrysler Omni |
| Date of Entry | 8th January, 2003 |