1991 GMC Jimmy review from North America
"A dependable, well designed domestic SUV"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Cracked CV boots, replaced CV joints and axle.
Bad cosmetic problems include paint peeling, rusting
Ball joints are go about every two years.
Steering is and has always been loose.
Brake system requires service, new breaks pads more than normal, break cylinders and break lines had to be replaced.
Alternator fails about every two years.
Exhaust system broke and rusted off.
Vent Blower failure.
Rubber vacuum hose are starting to go and needed to be replaced.
4wd need to be repaired twice.
Power windows shot.
Heater core replaced three times, is a constant problem.
General comments?
Has an awesome turn radius.
Not that fast, but lots of power, does not drive much different when loaded. Reliability is good, although has some minor problems. The engine and transmission is very good and has no problems. Going to the dealer is a big rip off. Does good in snow and off road, but is limited by ground clearance. Good quality for a domestic SUV, and much better than the newer blazers (95- present). Although this car does have constant problems with the heater core, rust, the front end and the rear breaks. But I am very impressed with it performance over the years.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1991 |
| Year of manufacture | 1991 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.3 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 150000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Tacoma |
| Date of Entry | 26th February, 2005 |