1998 GMC Sierra 1500 Consumer Reviews

Good truck

Written by: Tony on 03/03/2007

Vehicle

1998 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr C1500 SL Extended Cab SB

Review

I bought the truck my senior year of high school and have liked it ever since. I added a high-flow air filter and a new exhaut. It now gets about 20 MPG. I hope to have a son one day that I can give this truck to.

Favorite Features

The five speed tranny and the good gas mileage from the Vortec V6

Suggested Improvements

I wish I had a V8.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Truly a best buy

Written by: Bob Thomas on 03/25/2005

Vehicle

1998 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr K1500 SLT 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

My 1998 GMC Z-71 pickup was absolutely the best vehicle ever. Despite a couple of minor problems such as wiper motor replaced twice, intake manifold cooling hose attachment, right front running/low beam light working intermittently, and the steering wheel peeling after a few months, there were no problems other than normal maintenance. I sold the vehicle at 222,252 miles and it still used no oil. Not even any rattles at that mileage level. Great job!

Favorite Features

Bucket seats (legroom much better than newer models), dash layout, power, driveability, transcooler and oil cooler.

Suggested Improvements

None ofther than mentioned above.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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lemonade

Written by: oldadobe on 04/16/2004

Vehicle

1998 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr C1500 SL Extended Cab SB

Review

driver door ajar, brake cylinder fails, alternator fails, etc., etc., and the "extended cab" with plumb seatbacks and about 8 inches of legroom is comfortable only for those under age 6.

Favorite Features

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Suggested Improvements

buy a honda

0 out 15 people found this review helpful

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Best truck I've ever owned.

Written by: IcantaFord on 01/22/2004

Vehicle

1998 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr K1500 SLT 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

This is my second GMC. Best vehicle I've ever owned. Extremely reliable and efficient. Steering is straight. No brake surging. Drive train remains like new. Doesn't use or leak one drop of oil, or any other fluids. Excellent cornering without sway. Quiet interior. 4 wheel drive works flawlessly and smoothly. I will never buy a Ford again.

Favorite Features

Acutually, I love everything about this truck. Looks, performance, reliability, etc., etc. Especially like how it handles and tracks down the road.

Suggested Improvements

None.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Easy Glider

Written by: pgwhite on 07/19/2003

Vehicle

1998 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr K1500 SL 4WD Standard Cab LB

Review

Reliable truck with plenty of hauling power. Comfortable interior. Had to address small transmission leaks and rotors had to be replaced at 60,000 mi. but other than that I am happy with it. Never stranded me even in -30 degree weather.

Favorite Features

Powerful 5.7 litre engine,smooooooth ride,plush and comfortable seat.

Suggested Improvements

Passenger seatbelt tightens when going over bumps...drives the wife crazy.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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a great truck

Written by: packy on 10/16/2002

Vehicle

1998 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr C1500 SLE Extended Cab SB

Review

The only problems that i have ever had with the truck was the transmission going out at 80,000 miles, other that that it is a great truck.

Favorite Features

the power the vortec puts out and the reliability

Suggested Improvements

make the transmissions a little stronger

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Gas Milage and wear out quick items

Written by: Resqdawg on 09/17/2002

Vehicle

1998 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr K1500 SLE 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

When I got this truck,I realized I needed more power and fuel economy. So I surfed the web for these products,then bought them and installed them easily.I now get 19-20 MPG HWY and 17-18 City for around $700. The wear out quick items are A/C compressor and alt..I just changed these out at 65000- 68000 miles.Thats why I bought an extended warranty.

Favorite Features

SAFETY.I'd rather get in a wreck with this big truck than a tiny japanese truck.My Z71 LOOKS TOUGH.

Suggested Improvements

Better gas milage,more horse power,longer lasting A/C compressor and alt.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Best vehicle ever owned out of alot.

Written by: Nunya on 09/10/2002

Vehicle

1998 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr C1500 SL Extended Cab SB

Review

A 6 cyl, 5-speed. Must of been a special order as salesfolks there had never seen 5-speed in this when I went back last year looking around same dealer! Dealer reputation is horrible- will buy next one somewhere else. Wish I could find a 2002 or 2003 in 5- speed.Changed plugs at 110,000 along with fuel filter for first time(and it was clean).

Favorite Features

The 5-speed. Also gets good gas mileage. Is a excellent, smooth riding truck. Has no problems going up hills on the highway,etc.

Suggested Improvements

Put Goodyear Wranglers on them instead of Firestone. Have Wranglers for 76,000 miles now and not a blemish!!

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1998 GMC 1500

Written by: Larry Emrich on 08/21/2002

Vehicle

1998 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr C1500 SLE Extended Cab SB

Review

Seems like when truck hit approximately 100,000 miles problems started. Transmission Went Out, Rear End is Roaring, Metal Block Connectors on water hoses deterioated & leaked. Now water pump is going out

Favorite Features

Ride is the best - very smooth

Suggested Improvements

Work on Above problems

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1998 GMC SIERRA

Written by: slim Jim on 06/30/2002

Vehicle

1998 GMC Sierra 1500 2 Dr K1500 SLE 4WD Standard Cab SB

Review

Great truck, esasy and fun to drive. The vortec engine is a dream compared to what other manufacturers put out.

Favorite Features

Engine, two tone color, interior color, seats.

Suggested Improvements

Wish the third door had been out on this vehicle

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