1995 GMC Safari SLE review from North America
"We got our money's worth"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
A/C compressor failed at 170k, repair estimated at 1200.00.
Rear Hatch failed to open at 200k.
Side door has function problems at 180k.
Driver and Passenger doors both failed at 170k, repair cost 160.00 per door.
Electrical system problems at 20k, repair was free under warranty.
Wiper failed at 55k, repair cost 75.00.
Wiper failed again at 80k, repair cost 75.00.
Vent fan failed twice, once at 100k and again at 170k. Repairs have cost 250.00 each time.
General comments?
This vehicle has been mostly reliable.
Repairs have been minor up until the A/C failure.
Driver, Passenger, Side Door and Hatch failures are annoying, but not insurmountable.
Engine still going strong at 250k.
Original price of 25k in 1995.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 6 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 240000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Jetta |
| Date of Entry | 18th August, 2004 |