1999 GMC Jimmy Consumer Reviews Page 3

Last GM Ever

Written by: No More GM on 06/04/2003

Vehicle

1999 GMC Jimmy 4 Dr SLE Wagon

Review

Many Problems. Began new with a noise that sounds like spark knock. Turned out to be the exhaust system. Many complaints later, GMC says: That model with that emission package makes that noise. If we ever find a fix, we'll call you. Have replaced 3 front wheel bearing assemblies, oil cooler hoses, ball joints. Also had a 95 Jimmy and 92 Olds Achieva. Both junk. GM - 3 strikes, you're out.

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Not Bad

Written by: jonic911 on 05/06/2003

Vehicle

1999 GMC Jimmy 2 Dr SLS Sport 4WD Utility

Review

Have had no mechanical problems. Purchased with 40K now have 103K. Fun to drive 4wd works great.

Favorite Features

4wd push button is nice and it handles off road well along with the snow

Suggested Improvements

SLS only seats four!!!

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What Else Can Go Wrong?

Written by: BobbyBond2 on 03/10/2003

Vehicle

1999 GMC Jimmy 4 Dr SLT 4WD Wagon

Review

I first thought this vehicle was a "great" deal. Soon to find out, I was completely wrong. Initial mileage at purchase was 26K. Here's the breakdown of the breakdowns in less than 1.5 years. 4x4 Vacuum Pump - (Under Man. Warranty) Approx Cost - $350.00 Driver Side Wheel Bearing @ 29K - $250.00 Passenger Side Wheel Bearing @ 31K - $250.00 Rear Brakes Bad @ 38K- $150.00 Rear Windshield Wiper Bad 40K - $150.00 Door Hinges (Poor Design=Water in hinges)38K- $30.00 Climate Control Board 45K - $350/part $100/Labor Just found out about "the Pitman Arm/Idler Arm" problem today 46K - $350.00 You be the judge.........

Favorite Features

Very comfortable, features are awesome, lots of room to work with.

Suggested Improvements

Trade yours in A.S.A.P. Sorry for the bad write up.

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NICKEL AND DIME TO DEATH

Written by: Lora on 01/15/2003

Vehicle

1999 GMC Jimmy 2 Dr SLS Sport 4WD Utility

Review

Where do I start, new ball joints,new plugs, wires, cap and rotor. new front stablizer bolts, c-v shaft and boot. All the above repairs still have not fixed the numerous problems and this vehicle has only 70,000 miles. I now have to replace the starter, throttle position sensor and possibly have the injectors flushed. I will be about $ 2000.00 up side down in my money pit. Do not recommend this vehicle to anyone.

Favorite Features

Interior look.

Suggested Improvements

This tired 4.3 needs a face lift.

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It could have been a nice car

Written by: AlexV on 01/15/2003

Vehicle

1999 GMC Jimmy 4 Dr SLE 4WD Wagon

Review

Handles well, comfy, pleasant to drive, reasonable footprint when parking or for city driving, however .... The oil cooler lines had to be replaced three times (the Jimmy is 3 1/2 years old, and has 100,000 kms (70,000 miles). Add to that a head gasket that cracked (at 100,000 kms), a rear main seal that had to be replaced (in warranty) .. not the most pleasant experience. GMC is not acknowledging that they have a problem with the oil cooler lines, even though I've been told by mechanics at three GMC dealerships that this is a known weakness.

Favorite Features

plesant to drive on twisted roads, has enough power even when fully packed.

Suggested Improvements

reliability issues. GMC needs to own up to them and replace the parts that fail often for free.

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NICKEL AND DIME TO DEATH

Written by: LORA on 01/15/2003

Vehicle

1999 GMC Jimmy 2 Dr SLS Sport 4WD Utility

Review

Where do I start, new ball joints,new plugs, wires, cap and rotor. new front stablizer bolts, c-v shaft and boot. All the above repairs still have not fixed the numerous problems and this vehicle has only 70,000 miles. I now have to replace the starter, throttle position sensor and possibly have the injectors flushed. I will be about $ 2000.00 up side down in my money pit. Do not recommend this vehicle to anyone.

Favorite Features

Interior look.

Suggested Improvements

This tired 4.3 needs a face lift.

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GREAT LITTLE SUV

Written by: VINCE on 01/11/2003

Vehicle

1999 GMC Jimmy 4 Dr SLE 4WD Wagon

Review

GREAT FOR CAMPING . I TOW A LARGE POP TENT TRAILER. NO PROBLEMS I LOVE THE TOW/ HAUL TRANNY.

Favorite Features

PURFECT SIZE FOR MY USE.

Suggested Improvements

NONE

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big mistake

Written by: eggplante on 01/05/2003

Vehicle

1999 GMC Jimmy 4 Dr SLE 4WD Wagon

Review

gas hog, rough ride, can't fit anything in it. lost value quickly. not a good buy for us!

Favorite Features

color red is cute & sporty. It turns on it's lights automatically. It can tow like a horse!

Suggested Improvements

Improve fuel economy

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1999 Jimmy

Written by: jst100 on 11/01/2002

Vehicle

1999 GMC Jimmy 4 Dr SLT 4WD Wagon

Review

Have had the vehicle for 4 months. Very satisfied overall.

Favorite Features

The SLT is loaded with some great features included auto climate control, electric seats, light reflecting mirrors and a nice sound system.

Suggested Improvements

The vehicle could be built tighter - somewhat shaky on the bumps.

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no more Jimmy

Written by: no more Jimmy on 09/17/2002

Vehicle

1999 GMC Jimmy 4 Dr SLE Wagon

Review

A new water pump, heater core flushed twice, replaced heater core, replaced radiator, replaced wheel barring casing and $2300 later I have had enough of the Jimmy. I like the look of the vehicle but the repair bills are killing me. This started happening at 50,000 miles. I had the vehicle serviced as recommended, flushed and changed everything. Just a very poor coolant system. Time for another vehicle.

Favorite Features

Sits up high.

Suggested Improvements

None, it was time to take this off the production line.

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