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1997 GMC Safari Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$20,287 to $27,118

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by Andrew S
Jul 15, 2010
owned 4 3 years never had any major probs great family vehicle. good fuel economy. was a cheep overall buy. never had any major break downs, great power out of the 4.3 ltr vortec v6. it has paid for its self more than once.Jul 15, 2010
by Anonymous
Mar 07, 2009
i own a 1997 gmc safari, awesome vehicle, i have a well abused 238 thou km's on it and still runs like new i have loaded the back of it up with patio stone once to the point that the leaf spring didn't have any more give to them lol but it towed it like nothing. it's a good strong 4.3l engine in it. like any other chevy i needed to replace an alternator but i never had any problems with the engine itself. considering it's on a full size truck frame and the size of it it gets great gas milege i think i get around 23mpg highway and that's going about 140kph lol belts are always sqeaking on it though, but nothing majour has went on it yet mine does 0-60 stone stock with both of the back seats out and i had it going 160 once wich was terrifying because it's not meant or that and the whole thing shook like crazy but it's nice highway comfortMar 07, 2009
by Matt H
Feb 09, 2009
In my mind the GMC Safari Van is one of the most versitile vehicles that was available. It is solidly built and utilitarian, but is still comfortable enogh for every day life. The 4.3L V6 has enough power to pull loads that are in the range of pick-up trucks. We have used our van to pull a full size pick-up on a full car trailer and still have enogh power to pass those slower cars. The throttle response is a little slow at times, but when it does kick in it will accelerate very quickly when not loaded. With the bucket seats in the second row makes it is very comfortable on longer drives. Interior is rugged, but nice enogh that it isn't sore on the eyes. Only a few problems with the a/c ,but that is not unusual for most vehicles of this age. On the outside this type of van looks good. The one we have has the running boards and slight fender flares, which makes it look lower and cleaner. The major down side to this type of van is the lesser gas milage that it gets. Some of the other downsides of larger vehicles apply to this van. Large blindspots and larger turning circle are two of the biggest problems, but if you can deal with these this is a great vehicle. When you can get your groceries, a couple sheets of ply wood, some 2x4's, tow a camper trailer, and get the kids from sports its a great all round vehicle. Feb 09, 2009

1997 GMC Safari Pricing

Original MSRP
$20,287 to $27,118
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Trims & specs

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Passenger Seating: 7 · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Exterior Features

Paint: two-tone

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Passenger Seating: 7 · Upholstery: cloth

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Passenger Seating: 7 · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Exterior Features

Paint: two-tone

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Passenger Seating: 7 · Upholstery: cloth

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Exterior Features

Paint: two-tone

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined · Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Passenger Seating: 7 · Upholstery: cloth

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Exterior Features

Paint: two-tone

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

OEM roof height: undefined · Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Passenger Seating: 7 · Upholstery: leather

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

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