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Love This Truck, 09/08/2008
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This truck is the king of half tons. Possibly due to the fact is it more HD than half ton. 6.0 motor is a stout, suprising power plant. The trans shifts smooth. Never do you feel it doesnt have enough there when passing. Hauling a boat? No contest hands down best gas motor truck for the job. Hemi who?
Perfect truck
STEVEN1398, 12/20/2008
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck when it was two years old and had 65,000 miles on it it now has 200,000 miles on it and never had a problem of all the cars I own this is the funnest one to drive I love it the awd system is 10 times better than a Z-71 I love this truck period
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Great Car !
mplug316, 11/03/2002
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Great appearance and performance, no problems at all. I would recommend this car to anyone!
sweet truck
deanasdaddy, 02/03/2012
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought my c3 new have 56,000 mi on it, I use only synthetic castrol oil. I get 19 mi to the gallon i have been to fla. and back to new england twice and its been pure pleasure.
Super sick sleeper!..!
Gregory Peck, 03/05/2019
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
It handles great with awesome torque and acceleration! Pulls like a champ! Im rebuilding a reconstruct(minor fender bender) but it was worth the 3k I paid for it, with only 100k miles on it! The engine and tranny were number matching and worth 6k on there own. I've put 93 octane diablo tune, 8 mm wires, e3 spark plugs, jet performace trottle body spacer, yellow top 6 cell battery, speed-engineering 1 7/8" primary headers with 3" collectors, undercover classic tonneau cover and speed-engineering 3" true dual exhaust with x-pipe including straight threw race mufflers and axle dump!!! It screams already with 420 hp 450 torque at the crank!!! Im puting a 4" cold air intake, intake bosch fuel pump and dual 12" electric fans next! It's on 22" adr design rims with 285/45r22 hankook ventus! They hook like velcro and handle on rails!..!
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C3 Pick Up or sports car?
Beaver1967, 09/29/2003
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The C3 is a great truck but it has a few areas that need improvement. I bought it because I wanted a standard pickup with the 6.0 engine and AWD. Mileage is about 15.5 mpg, it pulls a boat well and is comfortable to drive.
One Great Truck
Bob R, 04/21/2006
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
75,000 from original Michelin Cross Terrain tires and they looked good on the way off, just felt like buying a set. Still on original brakes. I have never spun a tire with the full time AWD. Solid tow vehicle. The weight and balance is such that the ride will amaze. A different league from my prior Z-71. The window sticker said 14 and 12 mpg, thank goodness it was wrong. I can get 17+ on highway at about 70mph light load, but 16 is more the norm. For 80,000 I have averaged 15.5 per the computer which is pretty accurate. If you tow something heavy look for 11-12. GM pretty well hit the nail on the head with this truck. Good paint, still looks new.
Triathelete of trucks
cwebbe, 03/25/2002
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Some trucks are haul more, like the D-Max's, some are faster, like the Ford Lighting. Some trucks are more luxurious, like the Cadillac. But the C3 does it all and well. Weather you're hauling the boat to the lake for the weekend, driving up to the ski area, or taking the wife out to a nice dinner, the C3 does it all. The C3 is the ultimate truck.
The Ultimate Truck
HotRodBoy, 04/04/2002
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Although I don't drive it much because I have a company car (it only has 1300 miles on it after six months!), I love this truck! I was originally was looking for a 1500 SLT Z71 but when I saw the C3 I really liked the looks. I could have lived without the two tone leather, in-dash six CD changer, stereo controls on steering wheel, wood grain dash bezels, etc but after driving the truck I just had to have that big 6.0, 325 HP, 370 lb ft torque monster motor. This thing hauls butt and with the all wheel drive I never worry about smoking the tires. It pulls my boat like it wasnt even there and the creature comforts make it a luxury to drive.
What a truck
A. Edwards, 09/19/2008
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just got this truck and it is the best. Plenty of power, it can tow anything you need. It is the most comfortable ride for a truck. I would not hesitate to buy this truck again.
Simply put: The best vehicle on the road
Bolldog, 11/28/2008
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Dodge dealer couldn't stand having a truck on its lot that looked better than all of the Dodge trucks around it, so I got a great deal. First impression: The best looking truck I'd ever seen. (I have the black one.) Second impression: The most powerful truck I'd ever driven. Third impression: The most versatile vehicle man has ever made. I can't say enough good things. If I want to go out on the town, I get it detailed, and it turns heads. If I need to tow 9000 lbs through the mud, I don't hesitate, and neither does the truck. I bought my C3 with 25k miles, and now have 122k miles. I've owned 15 cars/trucks - this is the best by far. From the other reviews, I'm not alone!
Still Truckin'
BK, 12/17/2009
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is the best truck ever. I slammed the original tranny last year hauling the RV, but that wasn't too bad to replace. Horsepower is awesome. Dual Flowmasters sound deep and strong. 111k on this bad boy and I'm not about to give it up now. Bought it with 80K. Hauls our 29' RV w/out a problem, pontoon boat doesn't even make it breath hard. My 10yr old son wants it when he turns 16. We'll see about that. I would like to see how it matches up to the new GMC with 402hp. I bet with AWD it will keep up or beat it.
Best Truck
Steve Perez, 07/15/2002
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is by far the best truck I have ever owned. When I was shopping for a new truck, the C3 made everything else seem inadequate.
thoscol's take
Tom Collins, 08/28/2002
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck to pull a 5th wheel trailer. I towed the 5th wheel very little because my son wanted to pull it with his truck. I did pull flatbed trailers with farm tractor and pulled loads of feed and hay. This truck exceeded all my expectations. It is tough, fun to drive and classy.
The most beautiful thing on the road
krazyvz, 09/10/2002
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
...and it hauls too! But honestly, I bought this truck, because it's beautiful. In a class of it's own beautiful. That and its exclusivity, mine is the only black one I have ever seen and I live just outside Chicago. As far as the ride, the motor is ample (a whopping 6L V8) and road noise is minimal. Handling is exceptional for a 2 1/2 pound truck. The suspension is a little bouncy on concrete roads, but that is the only driving complaint I have. With a payload weight of 1800 lbs. and a tow weight of 8800 lbs, this truck is a workhorse too. I feel lucky to have one every day that I get in it.
Best 1/2 ton on the road!
HEG, 11/17/2002
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is it: power, looks and style. Nothing else can do it all like this one can. The best all around ½ ton you can buy.
The best truck you'll ever own.
David , 02/28/2002
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
a heck of a lot of power. also very luxurious and comfortable. the best truck you'll ever own
C3
BARRY FRANKLIN, 03/02/2002
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
THIS IS THE GREATEST TRUCK I EVER OWNED. IT EXCEEDS ALL MY EXPECTATIONS OF A TRUCK.
Fantastic
jbhagel, 07/17/2003
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Looks great, feels great, drives great! The large, torquey motor paired with the AWD drivetrain is a joy to drive. This truck really will do it all. Haul the boat to the lake, do a night on the town, pull your buddy's car out of the snowy ditch ;), you name it. This truck is the classier older brother to the Chevy Silverado SS... not only is it a capable performer, it looks good doing it!
One Great Pick-up!
Sparky, 02/25/2006
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned several pick-ups from half tons all the way up to heavy duty one tons, and my C3 has been the best one to date. It is easy to maneuver and a blast to drive.
C3 is a great truck
johnbasler, 08/17/2006
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Excellent truck overall. Plenty of power for towing and great ride quality. Feature-laden, it is a pleasure to take on trips. AWD is awesome. No issues at all. 87k miles and all I have had to do is oil changes, tires, and a battery.
All that is needed and more in a truck
R. Jackson, 06/09/2004
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am extremly satisfied with my purchase. I have used my truck for everything from traveling to hauling. I have taken care of the "lack" of acceleration by installing a blower package from MagnaCharger and headers from J.B.A. Racing. No more lag from 40 to 70!!!!(chip from SuperChips).I would buy this truck again today !!!!
Perfect Truck
CART99, 08/31/2006
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I wanted a high-content, high-performance truck that could still be used to haul firewood and tow a horse trailer. This truck is absolutely perfect.
C3 Heaven
DaveC, 09/01/2020
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I ended up with my C3 a year ago for $150 worth of work. An old Landscape truck. Popped the heater core last winter so thank god for the heated seats!! Replaced the radiator which happens to conveniently be the oil and trans cooler also, blew the brake lines the day after or was registered and insured naturally, double flared copper nickel all around with Bosch dual piston calipers getting ready to change the windshield as it was broken during the attempt to steal it. Love this truck nonetheless. Badass from the factory & apparently less than 10k made. If anyone has a good link please supply as reliable info is rare it seems. Only C3 model I've ever noticed even in & around Detroit. 279k miles later, no major issues and getting ready to rebuild ground up.
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King of the road pickup
BigDc3, 05/11/2022
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
New trucks still can't touch it especially if you ordered all options including the lingenfilter tuned up supercharger beast package Forgotten! Forgotten option.. and 4 doors heated seats
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Best truck I’ve ever owned!
Cayl33, 02/15/2023
2001 GMC Sierra C3 4dr Extended Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have nothing but good things to say about the GMC Sierra c3. Mine has well over 350,000 miles and has never once let me down. It handles well in all weather conditions and is faster than you’d expect. I feel safe driving my kids around and it tows beautifully. Very comfortable and all around amazing vehicle.
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