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Used 1997 GMC Suburban Consumer Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Driving it for 16 years

Joni Norwood, 07/17/2016
1996 GMC Suburban C1500 4dr SUV
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I've hauled horse trailers all over the state. Drove for work over 3 states. I now have over 295000 miles answer still going. Did have to get the transmission rebuild at about 200000. The seats in this truck are the most comfortable I have ever had in a vehicle. I hope my next Suburban has seats this comfortable.

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5 out of 5 stars

Dependable

joevalis, 09/30/2002
1997 GMC Suburban K1500 4dr SUV 4WD
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One of the best vechicles I ever owned. Rides great and is very dependable. Had no problems with it except normal wear and tear. Has 120000 miles bught it new and I'am going to sell it to my daughter.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

I love it

sunflower252003, 11/06/2003
1997 GMC Suburban C1500 4dr SUV
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I bought this SUV and I love it.I have 5 kids and we can all fit comfy.I love chevy

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4 out of 5 stars

Still going strong

Dan, 04/21/2023
1996 GMC Suburban K1500 4dr SUV 4WD
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Hauls and tows anything I've needed it to so far. Had a 92 K2500 before this one, and the gas consumption was horrific. This one is like an economy car compared to that one. The only issue I've had is with the PLASTIC distributor they put in the Vortec engines, they warp and chew up distributor caps. Replaced it with a billet aluminum one and smooth sailing ever since. Just passed 300,000 km.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great older ride

Grady, 05/29/2005
1997 GMC Suburban C1500 4dr SUV
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Had to replace the fuel pump and water pump at 70K miles. Otherwise, a splendid vehicle.

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