Used 1998 GMC Suburban Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 1998 Suburban, so we've included reviews for other years of the Suburban since its last redesign.
LOVE it or LEAVE it
kdb, 03/28/2003
1998 GMC Suburban K1500 4dr SUV 4WD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
For years I've lusted over the Suburban. However, I thought the new style (2000) was less TRUCK and more Sport Utility. So I bought my 1998. I really use this vehicle and drive it hard. With NUMEROUS cross counrty trips,it is truly an ideal vehicle. I am now getting into what I term as it's "MID LIFE CRISES" and have had to spend some serious money to keep it in the running order I demand. If I didn't love the drive and look of this truck I would have sold it. But as it is I plan on passing 200k before that will happen.
Great American made truck
Imateetoo, 07/28/2009
1998 GMC Suburban K2500 4dr SUV 4WD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We bought this truck used at 60,000 miles and have had very little trouble with it. I wanted something that could pull my horse trailer over mountains with no problem and it more than delivers. The 2500 model / 454hp engine is outstanding! Having the rear A/C is essential with people in the third seat in the summer. We are and will remain a Suburban family! My last Suburban (a 1979) went to almost 300,000 miles on the original engine. GMC certainly does make a GREAT truck!
Doesn't quit
Curt, 12/31/2009
1997 GMC Suburban C1500 4dr SUV
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
My 97 Burb was without a doubt, the most reliable vehicle that I have ever owend. It is currently at 391,500 kms (Yes you read it correctly) and going strong.I live in Canada and use it for hunting, fishing, and in -35 degree celcius weather. I have no worries about turning the key and making another 1500 km trip without notice or time to prep. Aside from changing the Fuel Pump once (common problem), I have not had any major issues with her. There is no rust on it and the interior is still in great shape without cracks in the dash or holes in the seats. Aside from regular maintenace and fluid changes, the only thing that I had to change was the air freshener. It never quits!
Car Eating Me Out of House and Home
fifthavenuegirl, 12/01/2006
1997 GMC Suburban K2500 4dr SUV 4WD
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
This car looks really cool but I have only had it a year and it has already cost me $3000 in repair bills. It has been a nightmare and waste of my time waiting in the waiting rooms while it gets fixed. And that doesnt include the $900 for the tires I will have to replace if I keep it. I've only had it a year and bought it with under 100k miles.
Tough & Reliable
JWG, 08/12/2008
1997 GMC Suburban K1500 4dr SUV 4WD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We purchased our '97 Suburban new and will probably have it for 3-5 more years. It's been a great vehicle! I'm big on maintenance. Treat the car right and the car will treat you right. Consequently, we've never had a break down or surprise issue.
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