Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Expensive to maintain - 2001 GMC Jimmy
  By senseiccol - November 14 - 1:30 am

  Ive had to replace the alternator 3 times, the battery 2 times, both of the front ball joints As well as the idle arm have gone out, and the electrical system is junk. The door hinges and pins have gone out. I have also had to replace the fuses a couple of times. It stinks on gas. Nothing lasts very long on this SUV, and as soon as you fix one thing another thing goes out on you. Dont buy a Jimmy! Unless you like spending money on the same thing part again and again.

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  Wouldnt buy again - 2001 GMC Jimmy
  By The Jimmy - September 13 - 4:33 pm

  I have had my Jimmy for about 4 years now and I have had some basic problems check engine lights on and no one can figure out why, blew a head gas get. I have been good to it always get oil changed on time. It feels like the car is made of plastic and it makes terrible noises when you drive. I guess all in all it been OK to me. Also terrible gas mileage I dont even want to check and see what it is now with gas $4

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  I hate my car - 2001 GMC Jimmy
  By Phil - September 6 - 6:19 pm

  I have had this vehicle for 2 years now. It has 113,000 miles. Replaced the ball joints 4 times and they need it again after just replacing the fuel pump at $900. I have probably spent at least $4000 on just repairing this vehicle. The 4 wheel drive switch went wacko. Now the brake lights are on and staying on. Fuel economy is rotten. This car has been in a repair garage more than its been in my garage. Ill definitely not buy another GMC product again.

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  Impressive ride - 2001 GMC Jimmy
  By Al - June 27 - 4:32 pm

  Excellent vehicle for an outdoors type of guy. Handles well for the most part, leans a bit at high speeds in curves. The vehicle at times had a raddle in the rear, although not annoying. Gas mileage is typical for a SUV, not a Geo metro. If you are buying a SUV, isnt for the hybrid driver. Go out and buy this vehicle, mine has close to 100,000 miles and will make it to 200,000 miles!

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  Worst buy - 2001 GMC Jimmy
  By Tom - March 19 - 6:06 am

  Worst purchase Ive ever made. Never better than 12 MPG on highway. Very little support from untrustworthy dealership. Required front ball joints at 60,000 miles because "southern hospital" mechanics failed to lubricate chassi properly and dealership refused to fix. No room in vehicle back seats. Have back seat belts for three, can only fit 2 people. Transmission gone at 140,000. NEVER ANOTHER GMC PRODUCT

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  Fun and Nice to Look at but a Black Hole - 2001 GMC Jimmy
  By Sheena - March 7 - 4:15 pm

  I like the GMC Jimmy just fine. I am am not big on fixing my own cars personaly though but I love fun & tough cars and SUVs. The GMC Jimmy is tough and reliable to a point. Yes basic maintenance is required most definitly but wear and tear and a bit of cheap parts make that go a little more quickly than one can keep up with. Money is definitely needed to own this car because big items do go on it and sometimes all at once.

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  Awesome! - 2001 GMC Jimmy
  By skwdjw - January 14 - 8:56 pm

  Excellent handling in snowy conditions. Ive repalced in the five years owned the water pump, breaks, rotars, Thermostat, wheel bearings, tires, a/c condensor, fuel pump, alternator, fuel gauge & battery. It has over 130,000. miles on it and runs great. With the money Ive put into it I feel like I have a whole new suv. What else could go wrong? I love my Jimmy! Comfort and ease. Love all the little gadgets and stereo system on the steering wheel. Bose stereo! Excellent system.

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  better have a second car!! - 2001 GMC Jimmy
  By ramdaddi - December 11 - 10:13 am

  you will need a second car while this one is in the shop!! bumper to bumper, this ride was designed by a bunch of engineers who see cheech and chong as THEIR role models!! i thank God that i purchased an extended warranty, or i would easily be out over ten grand! the service engine light keeps me company. finally went off with a new injector pump in mid summer, but now it is back!! EXTENDED WARRANTY!!

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  Just what I expected - 2001 GMC Jimmy
  By jimmy drivin woolley - November 3 - 7:06 am

  All the repairs I have read in this forum about the Jimmy are typical! Dont whine about it! The Jimmy is a heavy truck! Replacing wheel bearings/hub assembly is normal. Gas mileage isnt the best, but the Jimmy is an SUV not a Ford Pinto. Every vehicle has pros and cons, things dont last forever! I service my own vehicles, If you are car savy, I recomend this vehicle as you can probably do most the maintainance and repairs yourself. The only bad experience ive had is paying a dealer $900.00 to replace the fuel pump. Take care of this SUV and it will take care of you. If you had a bad experience, Im sorry. Potential buyers dont be scared off by complainers. I highly recomend!

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  Fun to drive, easy to handle - 2001 GMC Jimmy
  By Love it! - October 8 - 3:26 pm

  This is the second Jimmy SLT 4x4 that I have owned. This first one was totaled in an accident and did so well that I decided to get another one. I have only had to replace the tires, tune-ups, and other general maintenance on it. It now has over 100,500 miles on it. Now the brake light warning stays on, and the ignition switch is going out. I think thats what it is. Other than that, I love it. It is easy to drive, great sound system, comfy seats with dual seat warmers.