1998 GMC Sonoma SLS review from North America
"Only a V-8 would make it more fun!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced 2 driveshafts, under warranty.
Rebuilt rear-end, under warranty.
Front brake job at 80000 miles.
On 3rd set of tires.
General comments?
This Sonoma was ordered as a GMC display vehicle, for the Colorado State Fair. It's loaded, ZQ8 suspension package, top end stereo with CD and remote tape player, deep tint glass.
One comment when I test drove the truck was "It should say Cadillac."
Longest trip in this truck was 900+ miles. One-way.
Great in snow or wet conditions.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.3 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 48 miles |
| Most recent distance | 92500 miles |
| Previous car | Mitsubishi Mighty Max |
| Date of Entry | 20th July, 2004 |

