Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Im happy, great AWD. - 2000 GMC Safari
  By Mike - April 19 - 1:31 am

  I bought the van with 47k and have 65k now. Other than the alternator and a gear position sensor that was sending power to the starter when the van was running($50 part and an easy fix!) It has been very good to me. Went to FL with 3 adults and 3 kids in July and having rear A/C and rear bucket seats is nice. Also has a roof mounted TV with a VCR. The AWD works awesome. If you drive in snow dont get one without it!

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  2003 GMC Safari - 2003 GMC Safari
  By Brian Schneider - March 4 - 1:22 pm

  This is the second Safari we have owned. While dated in style and design- the AWD, spaciousness, towing capacity and fuctionality make it a good good value for the price. Very functional for hauling kids, towing the boat and packing full of gear for hunting/fishing trips. Both of our vehicle have been reliable w/ minimal need for service other than routine maintenance.

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  Very Good Mini-Van... Great Value! - 2002 GMC Safari
  By HeatherB - June 11 - 2:00 am

  Great family vehicle. Reliable and comfortable.

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  safari - 2004 GMC Safari
  By GWD - March 19 - 2:00 am

  low upkeep costs. parts are cheep, alot of cargo room, good head and body room. Can fit two adults and car seat in same row and still have moving around room, no other mid-sized van has that. 8 passenger spaces with luggage for 8 people inside the van. Can fit 8 2x4 on floor and 10 on top of dash with all doors closed. 4x8 plywood fits inside with doors closed.

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  GMC Safari 2WD - 2000 GMC Safari
  By gstefan - March 8 - 2:00 am

  Virtually no mechanical problems. Good ride for a full size van. Rear wheel drive is nice for towing large trailers. Children love the mid row captain seats.

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  2nd one Ive owned - 2004 GMC Safari
  By msterk - December 10 - 2:00 am

  This is my 2nd Safari. My husband is driving the other one now. Its a 1996 and I liked it so much I bought another one. Its all wheel drive and available cargo space gives it more bang for the buck compared to other mini vans or suvs when price does matter.

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  CHEAP TO KEEP - 2001 GMC Safari
  By bam bam - November 13 - 2:00 am

  This vehicle will last you a lifetime and spend very little time in the repair shop.maintenance costs are super low if you stay away from the awd. i purchased an extended warranty but i know Ill rarely use it. as long as you understand its a dinosaur to drive around town pot holes. also note that it is a durable "truck" that can get to be a handful when the fuel tank gets close to one quarter full when the pavement is wet. adding weight during the winter with the correct truck type tires will keep you unstuck. the engine power could be stronger, but the smooth power band and not too stiff suspension makes it pretty effortless to drive.

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  Excellent for the long haul - 2004 GMC Safari
  By Jackjrp - November 1 - 2:00 am

  No its not sexy or sporty but this is a great vehicle for anyone that plans to put a lot of miles on it. The ride on rough roads is a little truck-like - not punishing, mind you, but not as good as car based minivans. Highway ride is very good though. My wife shows dogs and a standard mini-van was too small and she didnt want a full size van. She has found the Safari to be just right. Have over 150,000 miles on our first one with virtually no problems - most reliable vehicle weve ever had (yes, we had a Toyota and a Nissan...not bad vehicles but not Nirvana either). One additional note, the Safari gets surprisingly good mileage.

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  gmc safari - 1999 GMC Safari
  By apm/ld - September 12 - 2:00 am

  Practical, economical, and durable vehicle that is good at towing and comfortable for carrying lots of people. Ride improved alot with new shocks. Design is somewhat dated, but very utilitarian. I like it.

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  All around good vehicle - 1998 GMC Safari
  By westone - September 5 - 2:00 am

  Our experience with this van has been excellent. It hauls 7 people plus ample luggage, averages 21 mpg (RWD), and we tow up to 6,000 lbs with it (rated for 5,000). No other vehicle we are aware of offers this kind of utility AND gets this kind of gas mileage. After 5 years and 100k miles, it has never left us stranded. We take care of it, and plan to drive it as far as it will go. We love it.