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1996 GMC Sierra 1500 User Reviews

1996 GMC Sierra 1500 Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 10 reviews

  • Performance:4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars 4.2 / 5
  • Appearance:3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars 3.9 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars 4.2 / 5
  • Overall:4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars 4.6 / 5

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"power" 3 reviews
"reliable car" 2 reviews
"build quality" 2 reviews
CONS
"fuel economy" 3 reviews
"power" 2 reviews

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Tim writes:
1996 GMC Sierra 1500 C1500 SL Extended Cab SB Review
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runs  forever

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rusts out befor motor kicks.

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Best Truck Ever! — My 96 GMC serria has 210,000 miles and still kicks ass,drives great,and has held up better than any other truck I'v had.It dose suck down gas.With 11m city 15m highway you have to budget gas $.God Bless America, Tim

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Jonathan writes:
1996 GMC Sierra 1500 C1500 SL Extended Cab Stepside SB Review
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first car i ever owned

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none

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Straight Up Awesome — 180,000 miles runs better than any other car or truck i have driven with the same amount of miles, gets the same gas maileage as new v-8's 19 highway, tows a lot more than you think so go get one

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David writes:
1996 GMC Sierra 1500 K1500 SL 4WD Extended Cab LB Review
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real dependable

Cons

drivers door

35

The Good Is I'm Glad I Got It — The truck has beejn a real good truck besides the drivers door . the truck has 275000 miles now and runs like the day I BOUGHT IT. I retired the last truck after 375000 and the guy that bought it is still driving it today and I plan on going to 400000 on this one. taking care of it is the big job. the last big load was 129000 lbs. and I would not do that again.

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Eric writes:
1996 GMC Sierra 1500 C1500 SL Standard Cab LB Review
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pickem up truck

Cons

gas mileage

25

My Truck — The GMC Sierra's performance will actually suprise you. It has awesome acceleration, suprising handling, and not so good braking. It is a reliable vehicle; has 207500 and im have my first problem. It is fun to drive b/c you can keep it on street or kick into a field and have some fun.

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Bryan writes:
1996 GMC Sierra 1500 K1500 SLT 4WD Extended Cab SB Review
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Everything

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makes me want to drive it all the time therefore costing me gas

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My Truck — best vehicle I have ever owned.I had owned three total bombs before this truck and if you've known me long enough this truck is such a step up from the other three it's breathtaking. It's beautiful , powerful , durable and the best color for keeping a vehicle clean with very little effort.White

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Jerrod writes:
1996 GMC Sierra 1500 C1500 SL Standard Cab SB Review
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22 mpg on the highway, looks sharp, built well

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can be noisy, seat doesnt recline

35

A Nice Truck That Gets Decent Gas Mileage — It not super fast, but it gets like 22 on the highway. Its got a 4/4 drop, and that improved handling, so i'd recommend that. It's a good little hauler for just about anything, and it's built like a tank.

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Justin writes:
1996 GMC Sierra 1500 C1500 SLE Standard Cab SB Review
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alot of horsepower for a stock engine, solid build

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not good on wet roads

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Great Truck, Been Through Hell And Back And Still Purrs Like A Kitten — The previous owner was using it as a work truck, and to tow things. It has had the transmission replaced, i put a flowmaster40 seris exhaust, I also had tint 5% tint put on both side and back window with the addition of a 6in. strip on the top of my front window.

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Justin writes:
1996 GMC Sierra 1500 K1500 SLT 4WD Standard Cab Stepside SB Review
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Acceleration is great and it is dependable.

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Transmission and head gasket have had to be replaced. Gas mileage is about 13 miles per gallon.

35

A Good Pickup — A decent overall pickup with a few problems here and there, but what vehicle doesn't have problems.

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Josh writes:
1996 GMC Sierra 1500 C1500 SL Extended Cab SB Review
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Rugged, Size

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Fuel Pump, A/C, Gas

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1996 Gmc Sierra...my Opinion. — Based upon my experience with this particular model, it's great to have as a "start-out" vehicle to adjust to a full sized truck. Despite the constant inconviences I've evperienced with it, when it's on a "good streak" the truck is awesome.

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Kyle writes:
1996 GMC Sierra 1500 K1500 SLE 4WD Extended Cab SB Review
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Pretty reliable

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I had to replace the engine a month after buying it

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96 Gmc Sierra 1500 4" Lift — My truck, has 4" lift, 33" tires, dual exhaust, sunroof, leather, installed custom sub, tined windows, bed tool box

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Cost $14,701 Original MSRP $4,358 Average Instant Market Value $4,458 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 21 18 19
Horsepower 160 145 170
Crash Test Rating 5 5 5
Front Leg Room (inches) 41.1 41.0

Reviews From Other Years

2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Reviews

Nice Truck Plenty Of Power Hauls 25 Ft Boat With Ease By kelly0112

I really like the carbon flash color of the truck, the styling is very nice. fuel economy is pretty good for the weight of the truck and the size motor 5.3, can get about 22 miles per gallon on the hi... Read More

Best Truck On The Market! By Brad

All around great truck. Plenty of power when pulling the full capacity of 9500lbs. Exterior styling is awesome with the chrome wheels and sleek lines. Gas mileage is great compared to the dodge ram ... Read More

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2011 GMC Sierra 1500 Reviews

Love It By Paul

Been extremely happy with truck so far. No repairs or warranty work. Love the room and looks of it. A little hard on gas - but it is a pick up. Been an excellent vehicle in the snow. Should have ... Read More

2011 Gmc Sierra 1500 Extended Cab 4x4 5.3 L By 1fastbob

Truck is fine, but fuel mileage is NOT. Window sticker says 21 hwy, but I can't get over 17 mpg driving with a very light foot. Should have leased a Ford Ecoboost and will do that when the lease is u... Read More

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2010 GMC Sierra 1500 Reviews

Fun, Comfortable Truck That Can Be Used For Daily Commute, Camping And Hauling. By CarGuru22

This truck is fun to drive, powerful acceleration, good braking, Z71 made for good handling, comfortable and roomy for long trips, can pull a decent sized boat without even huffing. Off-roading is a ... Read More

Poor Performing Hybrid Truck (though Still Better Than The Available Options). By jgreene3tx

I do a combination of driving since I live in a rural area where there are lots of 60+ mph roads (our place fronts a 60 mph road), though there are plenty of traffic signals so I should be charging th... Read More

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2009 GMC Sierra 1500 Reviews

Loving My 2009 Gmc By veeny

great performance with the 5.3L,good gas mileage,long time between oil changes handles great,great interior,very roomy inside ,great sounding stereo 80,00km on it and only have paid for gas and oil, r... Read More

Love My 2009 Gmc By veeny

i was looking for a chevy pick-up but came apone this gmc and it was love at fiest site,i now have 80,00 km on it and have not had a single problem with ,goes a long time between oil changes, very co... Read More

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2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Reviews

All Around A Great Truck By devastator115

I've liked every single thing, and haven't found anything bad about it,. I've drove it to work an d great, I've drove it for plessure and great. When I find some I don't like I'll let you guys know. T... Read More

Best Truck On The Market By MerrimackAuto1

Great truck. I wish the bed was 6 feet but other than that great power and smooth ride. Like all factory vehicles i needed new tires at 30k. I really like that GMC went to rear drums and removed the r... Read More

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