1997 GMC Sonoma Consumer Reviews

Awesome Pickup

Written by: jcott06 on 01/07/2008

Vehicle

1997 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SLE Extended Cab SB

Review

This truck drives like a car, and has the comfort like one. Very fun to drive in snow has superb handling. Very powerful engine. Only problems I had was the weather stripping dry rotting and it rusted really bad both sides of the cabin, lower part. Other than that really great truck. A must buy

Favorite Features

Power, design, handling of bad road conditions

Suggested Improvements

Protect the lower body a little better from rusting

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Great Overall Truck

Written by: Jim on 11/02/2007

Vehicle

1997 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SLE Extended Cab SB

Review

My truck has 106,000 miles and has never had any body or engine work, repeat never. It has performed super. I used it to haul, travel, etc. and it has never let me down. I change filters, oil etc. as required and it is still great on performance. I have done all the work myself and would buy another GMC. I plan on keeping this vehicle. It has no scratches, dents, and looks like new. Paint job has not faded, chipped or cracked. No rust at all. It was bought with the Suntrup sport package, flares, decals, etc and they are like new. I had an accident right after I bought it but it has all OEM parts and shows nothing of the accident. Truck is like new, wouldn't trade it for anything.

Favorite Features

Starts up every time. Paint is like new, no rusting. Upholstery is in great shape.

Suggested Improvements

Nothing at this time. I bought it back than with what I wanted and am very happy yet today. Most people need bells and whistles, but I am happy with this truck.

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Didn't See This Great Truck Coming..

Written by: ZackInTheTruck on 04/16/2004

Vehicle

1997 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SL Standard Cab SB

Review

Great truck...had to fix the AC and that is it....

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

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A great Sport Truck

Written by: Askani on 09/25/2002

Vehicle

1997 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SLS Sport Extended Cab Stepside SB

Review

While my review will be a bit baised, the truth of the matter is that this is a great truck. I own one of the limited models that came with the full ZQ8 package. Needless to say, this truck is more than powerful, and an excellent example of how a sport truck should handle. The truck is very responsive to modifications, which I can attest to personally since mine runs the quarter in a little over 13 seconds flat. Yet, as a pure work truck it is as relaible as can be, and has far better styling than the competition. If you must settle for a mid-size truck, than this is the best choice out there.

Favorite Features

There is nothing like spinning out the tires when you have 400+ Horsepower on tap. The best part was that it was equally as powerful with the stock 190 horses. Far more powerful than what it seems.

Suggested Improvements

GM would have done a lot better with the 4.3 if it would have designed a better injection system. Something more along the lines of a RamJet or the more commonly found systems on the 3.4 or 3.8.

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Love my Sonoma

Written by: AceBalboa on 07/29/2002

Vehicle

1997 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SLE 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

I bought my '97 Sonoma 4x4 new and have enjoyed driving it ever since. It feels a little sluggish in the city at times, but that's to be expected with most trucks. This truck handles very well on the highway, especially in the mountains. The V6 has enough power to make climbing hills and passing a breeze, even when loaded. If I decide to buy a new truck any time soon, it will most likely be another Sonoma.

Favorite Features

The 5 speed manual transmission and 4.3l V6 are my favorite options. The third door is a very handy feature.

Suggested Improvements

I would like to see more comfortable seats in future models of this truck. I'd also like to see less plastic on the bumpers.

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SONOMA

Written by: Paul Behr on 04/29/2002

Vehicle

1997 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SLE 4WD Extended Cab Stepside SB

Review

This vehicle is very fun to drive and is also a pleasure to have

Favorite Features

Dual Exhaust All Options

Suggested Improvements

NONE

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