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Used 1998 GMC Jimmy Consumer Reviews

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ewj, 02/20/2003
1998 GMC Jimmy SLT 4dr SUV
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Have had some problems with transmission which would not shift out properly due to a faulty valve; also have problems with fuel pump and electrical system.

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3 out of 5 stars

Unhappy in Ohio

Repair Broke, 04/26/2004
1998 GMC Jimmy SLE 4dr SUV 4WD
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Good looking, poor quality vehicle; high wind noise, replaced alternator, both front wheel bearings,radiator problems, key igntion lock went bad, seat adjuster handle broke,waterpump went bad,oil cooler lines leaked and needed replaced,turn signal electrical problems...I understand most of these common on all '98 Jimmys but GM refuses to re-call. All happened right after warranty (36,000 mi)

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5 out of 5 stars

98 sls gmc jimmy

Lanny b.3, 06/10/2020
1998 GMC Jimmy SLS Sport 4dr SUV
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This car is great has a strong motor capable of hrs and hrs of travel with no issues as long as your vehicle is maintained well my truck 20+years and growing strong with only 123.467 on the dash only replaced the front end for only 300$ Little to zero rust for being a Wisconsin car definitely recommend for any young or old timer

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Great SUV

bren24, 08/30/2009
1998 GMC Jimmy SL 2dr SUV 4WD
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We bought the car in 2005. It has ran great. Just like every other car out there, we have had to make annual repairs. We only paid 2,000 for it new and put about 1,500 in it since we bought it. We had to replace the motor in 2007. We are not mad about it because these things happen. But we got one from a junk yard for $800. This car is up to 158,000 miles and it still works perfect. The only complaint I have is the four wheel drive stopped working about a month ago. All in all the car has been very good to us.

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3 out of 5 stars

1998 GMC Jimmy

HarP, 04/05/2003
1998 GMC Jimmy SL 4dr SUV 4WD
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Powerful truck with fair gas mileage. However, if you plan on making repair yourself get a different truck. This thing is impossible to work on. As with a lot of American cars, the equipment is STUFFED in. Took 4 hours to replace a leaking oil line. Also very querky. Airbag light is on, dealer could not find a problem. Windshield wipers sometimes work other times don't.

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