2004 GMC Sierra 1500 Consumer Reviews Page 2

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Written by: schodack bassman on 01/02/2006

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab SLT Rwd SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Overall this has been a good vehicle. Nice looking truck with a nice ride. Xm radio a must and the 6 CD Bose music system is great. Only complaint is about drive train noise. Seems the locking differential kicks in often with a clank. Dealer says normal. Had minor problem with front end the dealer took care of quickly and without complaint. Over all good value. Will buy another some day.

Favorite Features

Looks, comfort, XM radio, Bose music system, heated seats on cold mornings, diming outside mirrors.

Suggested Improvements

Quite drive train, better tires, lower cost on On-star if you want people to continue subscription.

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Better than I expected

Written by: H. Gleeksman on 12/18/2005

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab Work Truck Rwd LB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

It has turned out to be a better vehicle than I expected. Very decent ride quality. Plenty of get up and go consiering it has the small V-8 engine. My biggest complaint is the lousy turning radius- takes much too much space to get in and out of parking spaces or to make a U turn. Nice fit and finish. It is holding up very well. Am not generally a GM fan, but this is a very nice vehicle.

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it's a good un

Written by: jdl on 08/30/2005

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab SLE 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Rides like a luxury car with power and handling of a sports car. 18-19 on the highway at 70-75 -- great improvement over my '01 extended cab. For the money,it is best on the market and looks better than the sister Chevy. Pulls 22'boat with ease. Hunted all last season over rough terrain -- still no rattles. Get one.

Favorite Features

Motor! Quiet smooth ride

Suggested Improvements

The build on exterior could be a little better -- Toyota still has GM on this one.

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Love my Denali!

Written by: Jeff C. on 08/15/2005

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab Denali AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Power, performance, and FUN to drive! Quadrasteer whips a better U-turn than a Volkswagen! It takes about a lane and a half to cut a tight u-turn. The 6 Liter engine has lots of power, but GUZZLES the gas! (The power is well worth the gas guzzling when you need it.) I change the oil and put in gas. I have had it 1 year TODAY and have 35,900 on it allready! GMPP Warranty was $4K extra! Very pleased with the truck & reliability, but the dealers who fix it work too fast and I have to point out the shoddy repairs. Biggest problem, the factory tonneau cover leaks water into the bed, and is constantly breaking. I have had it replaced TWICE (under warranty) Both times it was re-installed wrong.

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Suggested Improvements

Bring back Quadrasteer.

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Mushy seat

Written by: Bill Williams on 07/12/2005

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab Rwd SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Overall it's a really good truck. The drivers seat is mushy and lacks support, both the bottom and back of seat. The fabric on the seats is poor quality and is pilling on all seating surfaces. It drives good, has adequate power, and is really quiet. I frequently pull a trailer and it has good towing ability.

Favorite Features

Towing capacity

Suggested Improvements

Better quality fabric on seating surfaces and firmer foam support on bottom & back of seats.

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Amazing GMC Truck

Written by: Darren on 05/19/2005

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab SLT 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Everything about this truck is amazing, from the way it drives, to all of its abilities, towing, hauling, etc. The most impressive thing is the Autotrac 4WD system, I have off roaded with it in the snow, and never slipped a tire, even in over a foot of snow!

Favorite Features

Autotrac 4WD

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage is OK, but cylinder deactivation would be great.

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Sierra '04

Written by: cminer on 03/22/2005

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab SLE 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I traded an '04 Chevy Colorado. The Colorado was a little too small. The Sierra is pretty nice. Highway mileage is 18-19 and city is around 15mpg. I bought a sport-side because it looks good. I knew the bed was obviously smaller but the main drawback of the small bed is the lift over when you are standing on the side of the truck. Too much reach is required

Favorite Features

My favorite thing is the engine and the transmission. They run and shift very smooth. Also the quality and resale value is high compared to other domestic trucks

Suggested Improvements

GM or some company ought to build a small truck with a diesel engine. It would be very cool, useful, and economical...what are they waiting for?

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GMC Kicks Butt

Written by: BobbyL on 02/04/2005

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 2dr Regular Cab SLE Rwd LB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This is a great truck for work or pleasure. it hauls heavy loads and trailers with ease, yet when unloaded it gets around like a sports car. very quick and little slip when taking off. Brakes way better than any Ford I've ever driven. Truck has all desired features including power windows/door locks. Stereo has no rattles at full volume. I get a lot of positive comments... Nice truck

Favorite Features

Power options and nice stereo, including the cassette deck which is nice to have for educational classes.

Suggested Improvements

Side view mirrors break easily. glass is not seated firmly in the casings.

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1978 Revisited

Written by: Clayton on 01/11/2005

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab Work Truck Rwd SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I like my truck. It is a "Plain Jane" truck-no options. Performance is better than expected, though the mileage in town is poor-about 15 mpg. Good ride and no complaints, though I have only 2500 miles on it. For being a base truck, it suits my needs and makes me wish reviewers would talk about the basic trucks as well as the duded-up ones. The reset on the oil change system is neat. I like the magnatized drain plug too. Very easy oil change. A great ride. Much better than my 1993 ford F-150. Very similar to my old 1978 Silverado but with a much better turning radius. The 6 cylinder has plenty of power for what I need.

Favorite Features

My first extended cab and I like the extra space! Back seat child adjustment straps for the seat belts show GM is thinking! Good job. Comfortable seat.

Suggested Improvements

Give the base model truck an arm rest console or sell one that you can add.

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GMC Sierra

Written by: mdenson on 10/12/2004

Vehicle

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab SLT 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

GM could do better at designing this vehicle to ride smooth without a load. When loaded in the back it rides great, but with an empty bed, is is very choppy on the least uneven road. Only about 30 lbs in the rear makes all the difference, perhaps a tailgate weight or something. All in all, this is a great vehicle. A little less room than my Avalanche, but still very comfortable for 4 normal sized people. Looks great (mine's black). Gotta have the leather!

Favorite Features

XM, leather, auto everything!

Suggested Improvements

Better ride when empty, better visors, built in bluetooth ahnds free for phone.

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