1991 GMC Sonoma SLE review from North America
"Really robust medium size truck"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The oxygen sensor in the manifold broke about 2 years ago, and rust made it difficult to repair. In fact I must change both parts (Manifold and sensor) but the truck is running fine just like it is.
I also had some problems with my transmission and rear differential, but nothing too serious. Other issues were regular wear and tear problems like the ball joints and the shocks.
The biggest problem I had with the truck is rust, and plenty of it. I've just repainted it, I had to replace the 2 rocker panels, my cab's corners, the 2 fenders in the front and in the rear. I also had to repair holes in the doors, hood and tail gate.
General comments?
Great truck, I've been going through really rough trails and I never got stuck yet.
It's a powerful V6 engine, even though it has an automatic transmission.
I have really enjoyed driving this truck, in all types of weather and terrain.
If I had to buy a truck like this again, the only thing I would change is that I would buy one with a manual transmission. That would make this a perfect truck. :P.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1991 |
| First year of ownership | 1993 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.3L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 50000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 208000 kilometres |
| Previous car | GMC S-10 |
| Date of Entry | 20th October, 2003 |