1992 GMC Sierra 1500 Consumer Reviews

Put to sleep

Written by: Bugeye on 09/22/2009

Vehicle

1992 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr C1500 SLE Extended Cab SB

Review

After 17 1/2 years and 369473 hard miles, I reluctantly decided to put my '92 GMC down. The CARS rebate offer was just too tempting to pass on. To her credit, she performed flawlessly right up to the end. Parts of her are still in service as she donated organs to other neighborhood GMC/Chevy owners before the trade-in. RIP Ol' Blue, I'll miss you.

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Still going

Written by: Bugeye on 06/19/2009

Vehicle

1992 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr C1500 SLE Extended Cab SB

Review

My '92 GMC is still rolling along. Original engine and auto transmission have 360,000 miles with no major repairs. This truck is not babied and has been through 4 teenage drivers. I don't think it will ever quit.

Favorite Features

Extended cab

Suggested Improvements

Paint was always a problem

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Solid Truck

Written by: unicorn56 on 05/17/2008

Vehicle

1992 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr C1500 SLE Extended Cab Stepside SB

Review

I got this truck from my dad, had to replace the tranmission at about 80,000. But that's what you expect when you pull a 15 ft trailor all over the mountains. After that it ran great till 179,000. The AC went out at around 160,000, and some of the interior is falling apart. But it runs great. I would still be driving it except I totaled it about a month ago.

Favorite Features

17-20MPG HW not bad for a V8

Suggested Improvements

Interior door handles and plastic panels break too easy

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Great old truck

Written by: Anger_Performance on 12/07/2006

Vehicle

1992 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr C1500 SLE Standard Cab LB

Review

My truck has over 400,000 kms on it, and still runs like new even though the body is pretty well rusted, due in part to a third rate body job 3 years ago.

Favorite Features

Ride, and one of the best styles in the past 18 years

Suggested Improvements

None that haven't been addressed in later models. I just wish the GEN III (LS Based) engines were available in 1992.

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1992 GMC Z71 Review

Written by: Randy Hanson on 11/29/2006

Vehicle

1992 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr K1500 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

This truck lasted me through 8 years in Alaska. Bought new in NM, moved to Alaska, now in NE, the only thing I replaced is the alternator, brakes, tires, battery, water pump and wiper circuit board. It has been an excellent truck and convinced me to buy another GMC truck when I finally wear this one out.

Favorite Features

Shift on the fly 4 wheel drive. V8. Auto transmission. Extended cab.

Suggested Improvements

The tape player and controls are in the middle of the dash, an awkward location.

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Others envy it

Written by: Li'l Abner on 02/17/2006

Vehicle

1992 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr C1500 SLE Extended Cab SB

Review

Most of my friends who own mid-to-full size cars say this truck rides smoother and at least as quiet and comfortable inside. They are also amazed at its power. Then I tell them about the 22 mpg avg! It is impressive how well this vehicle comes off the interstate to take steep, rutted gravel and mud right-of-ways without missing a beat. It has been hauling to remote areas in WI, TN, WV, NC, MI, MS, OH and every state in the Southeast providing great comfort inside a classic pickup style. It has been trouble-free with just a new paint job after 12 years necessitated by tarp wear and vandalism - which also required the replacement/upgrade of the audio system.

Favorite Features

I like the granny gear, the quiet ride and the hauling ability (weight & mass). It isn't overly sensitive to bumps and bad weather.

Suggested Improvements

Sure things like OnStar, beverage holders and built-in hands-free CB/cell phone that are tied into the sound system would be nice but for when it was built in 1992, this is closer to a luxury than utility vehicle.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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No Complaints...sort of.

Written by: CDB on 03/17/2005

Vehicle

1992 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr K1500 4WD Standard Cab LB

Review

Bought this new off the lot. The truck has hauled and been used as a truck with flawless reliability. I would recommend the V8 over the V6 just for the additional torque when pulling. Unlike others - the Fire Red paint is perfect - no peeling, and this truck has never seen the inside of a garage. I run short trips and my key is worn down to nothing, but the starter, water pump, clutch, etc. have yet to fail. Continues to serve me well.

Favorite Features

Comfort, tailgate construction, fuel economy.

Suggested Improvements

Could always use more power (solved with a V8) and should've had stainless exhaust (solved on all newer trucks)

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Keeps going and going........

Written by: Bugeye on 08/25/2004

Vehicle

1992 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr C1500 SLE Extended Cab SB

Review

Easily the most reliable vehicle I have ever owned. The 4.3L V6 engine is approaching 300K miles and still running strong. I have replaced 1 water pump, 1 altenator, 2 starters, the AC compressor, and the radiator over the last 12 years. One small oil leak from the speed sensor on the transmission and that is it. The ride is smooth and the engine runs quiet. The paint has been a problem since day one, been repainted 3 times and needs another. I think I have gotten my money's worth on this one.

Favorite Features

Extended cab

Suggested Improvements

Paint

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Great truck

Written by: rcmngm on 04/10/2004

Vehicle

1992 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr C1500 SLE Standard Cab Stepside SB

Review

definitely a paint peeler~~~been touched up 3 times and still peeling. Should have been prepped better before painting or had better paint. I see way too many GMC's with paint peeling.

Favorite Features

reliabilty is a given. Truck has only let me down twice. Once with a bad battery and once with a starter. Great truck

Suggested Improvements

Fix the paint !!!!!

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Best Damn Truck Built

Written by: Studboy on 10/07/2002

Vehicle

1992 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr K1500 SLE 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

This truck has bee the most reliable vehicle i have seen since i bought it new straight off the lot. I have put it through many phsical tests and it has passed all with flying colors. Its 10 years old now but has never had any mechanical or structural problems. it is in my opinion one of the best trucks ever built.

Favorite Features

My favorite feature is the 5.8 liter v8 engine.

Suggested Improvements

NONE, like i said the best damn truck built.

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