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Not Good!
K Cook, 12/06/2008
2006 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 3dr Van (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Definitely not for commercial use! This is our second 06 Savana (first one totaled) and it has left me stranded. Replaced the altenator at less than 8,000. Replaced the water pump on the first one at less than 10,000. I've replaced: transmission, water pump, seat belt, oil sending unit, and several front-end parts. I've replaced more headlights and brake lights than all of the vehicles I've ever owned combined(I've been driving for 20 years). It even had the wrong spare(5 lugs instead of 8)! Bottom line, this vehicle is just not reliable enough to be considered a "commercial" vehicle.
03 AWD Savana Cargo "Doors Galore"
savanaman, 03/02/2011
2003 GMC Savana Cargo 1500 AWD 3dr Van (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love my van ! I have had vans all my life but the modern AWD , rack and pinion , all wheel disc , full size Savana drives like a Cadillac and I get 17 mpg consistently when its not brutally cold . I live in Minnesota . I had reservations about the drivers side double doors as I had never had that option before , I soon realized that when you jump out of your truck but need to reenter to grab something you are hauling around you can't beat drivers side double doors for access ! I drove over 100,000 miles before my Brakes needed pads and have had except for some minor door switch partial failures "No Problems" with my truck ! Did I say "I Love This Truck" ?
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Not Professional Grade
fred anderson, 06/02/2006
2006 GMC Savana Cargo 3500 3dr Ext Van (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
Drives and rides like a comfortable car without any weight. You load it up with 2500 lbs and it's a different animal. Handling is unpredictable. Suspension and shocks are unstable with again only 2500#s on a 3500 series cat. van After a couple of weeks I am very dissappointed and having serious buyers remorse. I should have driven this vehicle under normal work conditions (light deliveries). If I had a choice again I would gone with a Ford like my previous van that got 160,000 miles in three years without any problems until it was involved in an accident.
GMC Savana Cargo
bob998, 03/01/2004
2004 GMC Savana Cargo 1500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Just a great van -- no noises, 2500 lb payload, 20 MPG on the hwy, four wheel disk ABS brakes stop great. Rack and pinion steering handles like a car.
best van ever
thomas, 10/23/2017
2004 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 Rwd 3dr Ext Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
best working van in the market,i have one from many years,never problems simply turn key on and go,loved GMC,very happy.WAO! this is real FRIEND,gmc savana IS THE BEST BIG F......VAN
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Singh, 02/24/2007
2007 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 3dr Van (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my first American made van. This van is nice, no problem yet. Only thing back door panels have no plastic cover on it. Very sharp metal inside. I cut my finger inside door panel. I went to dealer and they want $300 for plastic cover those come standard in van. The salesman told me cut a piece of plastic and put there to cover inside door, or buy from junkyard, They think very cheap way, I am very disappointed from dealer, They forget I paid $22000.00 to buy this van.
Lemon cargo vans
kelly, 12/29/2004
2004 GMC Savana Cargo 3500 Rwd 3dr Ext Van (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has been nothing but problems. Within the 8 mos. of owning this van, both front bearings had to be replaced, the alignment was wrong from the factory, the rear seal is now leaking. The lifters tick. The wiring harness fell out from underneath the passenger side of the dash. The steering has made noise from day 1, and it happens everytime the wheel is turned. I've consulted with many other expediting company owners and they gave the same outlook on these 2004 GMC vans. One word sums it up, JUNK.
2001 makes additional quality improves
Proshooter, 01/11/2003
2001 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The 2001 2500 was the first vehicle I factory ordered as soon as it was available. Although it took nearly 10 weeks to deliver I found that the quality is even higher than my 1997. The Savana 2500 gives me a smooth ride and power to spare. While the mileage could be better, at 16 MPG it's way better than the 10+MPG I was getting my the used mid '80s vans. The only problem I've experienced is that the seat belt does not always retract and sometimes gets caught in the door. I ordered the power heated mirrors which are helpful having no rear windows. For the money I will definitely be looking at the GMC again next time around.
Excellent Cargo Van!
forever4, 12/02/2003
2003 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this for utility, and was not expecting a lot, but this van rides fantastic, steers and handles well, is tight and quiet, very comfortable seats, and great power and 18 MPG on the 5300 V8!!!!!
I love my GMC
Thomas Dankert, 01/12/2006
2003 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 Rwd 3dr Ext Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My 2003 Savana 2500 extended van has surpassed my expectations. I love my van and couldn't imagine performing my job without it. 83,000 miles in 3 yrs and it's still running as good as the day I bought it. I highly recommend it.
Cargo Van
Steven, 02/11/2006
2003 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 Rwd 3dr Ext Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We use this van in our air conditioning business. It carries about 2,000 pounds of racks, equipment and tools daily and is a workhorse. After almost 50,000 miles it has had no major problems and runs great. The brakes are huge 4 wheel discs and the pads are still original. It's a perfect fit for our business.
better than ford
leif lenberg, 02/24/2004
2004 GMC Savana Cargo 3500 Rwd 3dr Ext Van (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had 2 ford cargo vans, extended cab, and so far this chevrolet savana beats them both. I like the power, and the size best.
best van I ever owned
Mike, 07/02/2020
2004 GMC Savana Cargo 1500 AWD 3dr Van (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
All wheel drive was a life saver many times
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Every year
buddy, 01/08/2007
2001 GMC Savana Cargo 3500 3dr Van (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Every year the same thing happens with this vehicle. The rear seals go and with it the brakes. Now it won't start and last time it would not start it was a water pump and other items the spray ruined like belts and harnesses.
Never another GMC again!
dhs92240, 12/07/2002
2002 GMC Savana Cargo 1500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After 200,000 miles with my old Ford E150 I decided to buy the GMC V8 1500 Savana cargo van. I should have kept my Ford. After 8000 miles I have to take it in 4 times. As today date with 18000 miles it has been at the shop 7 times and the problems are still not fixed. GMC has very poor customer service and my phone calls and letters are getting me nowhere. One more word about the dealership: Absolutely NOT reccomended! BEWARE!
SVC TRADE VAN
J.G, 05/04/2003
2002 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 3dr Van (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
With only 5000.KM on this truck, the crank shaft censor went, which could happen to any car or truck my problem was with GM..2hours from home i had to have it towed home to a dealer cost me 375.00 and got a credit from GM for a lousy hundred bucks.
Overall excellent
Shane Henderson, 02/18/2008
2003 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 AWD 3dr Van (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Have had one major problem since I bought it new a few years ago. The pas-lock security feature disables the fuel injection so that it won't start. The dealer replaced the computer and it malfunctioned again within a couple days. I cleaned the electrical contacts on the doors and it hasn't messed up since. But it nearly left me stranded. I am not completely sure that was it but it has been a while since it had the problem. Other than that, the van has been great. A driveshaft seal is starting to leak and the dealer wants almost $500 to fix it. My van has about 63,000 miles on it now. Engine has awesome horsepower too.V8.
runsinthefamily
Neil T, 01/01/2005
2005 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
have not used it long enough,but i trust in gmc.been driving a 92 dodge b250 w/5.2. very dependable-bullet proof and still going.
Great Van
Brad, 08/21/2007
2005 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 Rwd 3dr Van (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We have only had this van four a few months but so far we really like it. We live in California and drove to Colorado on a trip and was very impressed with the over all performance of the van.
not so great
Dan0, 12/21/2009
2007 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 3dr Ext Van (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
well, I ordered the van, the salesman knew nothing. Van came in missing locking cargo box, salesman said no longer available. my neighbor bought same van 2 mos. later with box and was told could only be bought that way??? HIgh brake light gets replaced every inspection, lasts 1 day . side & rear doors get harder and harder to open, then work fine. armrest came off in my hand, they want $250 for new one
Poor gas mileage
javyritchi, 02/10/2010
2007 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 3dr Ext Van (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I put 150000 miles in this van from long trips to driving in NYC. I put a new radiator, new tires, new front axle, and change brakes every 30000 miles. The front axle almost killed me but i don't know if this was poor quality of materials or for use and abuse. Strong truck carries a lot of weight but not nice with your pocket talking about when you are paying at the pump. I would consider other auto makers.
Work horse
Terry G, 08/23/2020
2009 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 3dr Ext Van (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought this van used in 2016, had 93K then, now has 165K. Dependable and spacious. This is the 3rd one I have owned 1999 & 2005. Only complaint is you have to replace headlight and blinker/brake bulbs about every 2 years. Also this is the second one that had mysterious starting issues ( start/won’t start), turns out that the grounding straps to the frame have a tendency to rot/degrade from the frame. Replace the straps with aluminum vs the original copper straps and your good to go.
Have your guard up.
Adam, 02/12/2023
2013 GMC Savana Cargo 3500 3dr Van (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I’m happy with the van, it has a few issues but you expect that with a used vehicle. Getting the dealership to honor the 60 warranty well that’s not going so well. For that reason I give 3 stars
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MR. Steven J. Giovanni - President / Lighthouse Co
Savanna Owner, 03/09/2023
2017 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 3dr Van (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Vehicle is reliable and indestructible. We put over 213,000 miles on it with a 3 hour drive a day, day in and day out in never let us down. Rugged, smooth ride it is a 2500 series so it sits on a Yukon frame. Our 2nd Savanna 2500... the first lasted 343,000 miles before we sold it.
Nothing but headaches.
A. Woods, 03/28/2024
2017 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 3dr Ext Van (4.8L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2017 GMC Savana 2500 used in 2018 with only 15,500 miles on it. Right from the start, the notorious leaking passenger compartment doors which meant that after a heavy rain, the step wells had water in them. At approximately 23,000 miles, the pinion bearing in the rear differential seized, which destroyed the bearing housing. This meant the entire rear axle needed to be replaced. Luckily, this was a $4300 job covered under warranty. This was during the peak of COVID shutdowns so I was without my work vehicle for about a month. Next, I had to have the AC control panel replaced. Not under warranty, so there goes $400. Then, I had to have the AC compressor replaced to the tune of $1100. I then had to have the power steering pump replaced for another $700. Now, just after turning over the 50,000 mile mark (50,053 to be exact) it is sitting dead in my driveway because something has gone wrong with the transmission. It is literally dead. Won't move. Period. My van is regularly serviced, and quite frankly babied as work vans go. It isn't overloaded. Isn't abused. Very seldomly pulls a trailer and when it does, they are well under the maximum trailer rating. Keep in mind this is in less than 6 years of ownership and just over 50,000 miles. I had a brand new 2001 Ford Econoline 150, that was a little over loaded and had a 6 cylinder in it and I ran that to 120,000 miles until I got an F250 Super Duty that I traded in on this dog. GMC used to be "the work truck". Tough as nails and dependable. This has turned me off on future GM vehicles in general, which sad, because I love this van. It has plenty of power. Almost 3,300lbs of cargo capacity. The seats are comfortable as well as the ride quality. The only thing I upgraded was the addition of some Sumo Springs in the rear to stiffen it up, as it rode like a boat. Other than that it was great. Them the gremlins started to show themselves. One the trans is fixed, this may be put up for sale, because I can't continue to try to make my living like this. So, so disappointed.
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great powerful work/cargo van
great cargo/work van !!, 05/27/2021
2019 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 3dr Ext Van (4.3L 6cyl 8A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
as they stated, 6.0 engine has plenty of power, will propel van forward and fast, even with a large payload. purrs like a kitten @ idle. you feel like you have all needed....cruise control, electric-windows and locks, outstanding suspension, feels like the king of the road as to a cargo van. fords look nice, but have not compared. can't imagine a better cargo/work van. bought used with 19k miles and feels like a new van......i know this will last at least 10-years....this engine also has a six-bolt main.....i'm a mechanic of 40-years and do all my upkeep and maintenance.....model trim on this page does not have option for 6.0 v-8, so i have to put as if a 6-cyl, but this is a 6.0 v-8....love my van !!
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