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1999
1997
Fuel Economy
14 - 17 combined mpg
Horsepower
200 - 255 hp
Torque
255 - 330 lb-ft
Towing Capacity
7,000 lbs
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1997 GMC 1500 Trucks Overview

1997 GMC 1500 Regular Cab Pricing

1997 GMC 1500 Regular Cab pricing starts at $3,742 for the 1500 Regular Cab Short Bed, which had a starting MSRP of $18,837 when new. The range-topping 1997 1500 Regular Cab Long Bed starts at $4,036 today, originally priced from $19,137.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
1500 Regular Cab
$4,424 - $4,718
$3,742 - $4,036
$5,670 - $5,703
$4,521 - $4,571

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1997 GMC 1500 Regular Cab models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

1500 Regular Cab Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation GMC 1500 Regular Cab (1987-1999) a 4.5 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 96% recommend it. These figures are based on 506 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1997 GMC 1500 Regular Cab

"This truck will run forever"

"Strong truck with strong engine 26 years old still running strong"

"6000.00 truck"

"i bought this truck in 2004 with 120,000 miles for 6000 dollars and was without a doubt a very good buy has never let me down and pulls just fine with plenty of power only thing is gas milage could be better put a spacer on the t-body and cold air induction and chipped the computer has gained 6 mpg !! up to 19-21mpg now not to bad for a 4x4 truck"

"378,000 miles. ZERO BREAKDOWNS."

"I have owned it for 15 years, before that it was my father's work truck from new. 378,000 miles, ZERO BREAKDOWNS. Original motor and 5 spd transmission (repaired ONE TIME). This truck is a champion. I'll keep her forever."

Overall 1997 GMC 1500 Regular Cab Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1997 GMC 1500 Regular Cab is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1997 GMC 1500 Regular Cab quality a 4.6 out of 5.

1997 GMC 1500 Regular Cab Reliability

The 1997 GMC 1500 Regular Cab receives an average consumer rating of 4.5 overall and a 4.7 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1997 1500 Regular Cab Features

According to drivers of the 1997 1500 Regular Cab, here are some of its best features:

  • Fun
  • Amazing Durability
  • Diesel engine, wrap around tool boxes, good condit
  • Dependable, nice looks, steady on the road
  • Very useful to have!

1997 GMC 1500 Regular Cab MPG by Trim

1997 1500 Regular Cab Short Bed - city 15 MPG - hwy 20 MPG

1997 1500 Regular Cab Long Bed - city 12 MPG - hwy 16 MPG

1997 1500 Regular Cab Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1997 GMC 1500 Regular Cab front-side driver crash test rating is 5 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.

1997 GMC 1500 Regular Cab Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
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1997 GMC 1500 Trucks
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4.5
Consumer Rating
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Performance
4.6
Quality
4.6
Comfort
4.6
Reliability
4.7
Styling
4.6

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1997 GMC 1500 Trucks Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Torque
Towing Capacity
Engine
Curb Weight
Drivetrain
Short Bed
$3,742
17 MPG
200 @ 4400 RPM
255 lb-ft
7000 lbs
V6, 4.3 Liter
3871 lbs
2WD
Long Bed
$4,036
14 MPG
255 @ 4600 RPM
330 lb-ft
7000 lbs
V8, 5.7 Liter
4019 lbs
4WD
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1997 GMC 1500 Trucks Depreciation

A 1997 GMC 1500 Trucks has depreciated $162 or 5% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $2,938 and trade-in value of $1,702.

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1997 GMC 1500 Trucks Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $347
$3,100
$2,086
2023
+ $66
$3,166
$2,019
2024
$143
$3,023
$1,804
Now
$85
$2,938
$1,702
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1997 GMC 1500 Trucks Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.


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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3871 lbs.
Fuel Capacity
25.0 gallons
Front Head Room
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room
41.7 inches
Max Seating Capacity
3
Minimum Ground Clearance
6.6 inches
Overall Length
194.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room
65.4 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
7000 lbs.
Turning Diameter
39.8 feet
Wheel Base
117.5 inches
Bed Length
6.00 feet
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
6100 lbs.
Payload Capacity
2030 lbs.
Width with mirrors
76.8 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
2 doors

Fuel Economy

City
15 mpg
Highway
20 mpg
Combined
17 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
2WD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
200 @ 4400 RPM
Torque
255 @ 2800 rpm
Engine
V6, 4.3 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100000 miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Navigation System

1997 GMC 1500 Trucks Safety

1997 GMC 1500 Trucks Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
5.0
Passenger Front
4.0

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Price
$3,742
$3,562
$3,369
$3,279
Consumer Rating
4.5
4.5
4.4
4.5
Fuel Economy
City 15/Hwy 20/Comb 17 MPG
City 20/Hwy 24/Comb 22 MPG
City 19/Hwy 24/Comb 21 MPG
City 19/Hwy 23/Comb 21 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity3354
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 50000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower
200 @ 4400 RPM
143 @ 5200 RPM
119 @ 5000 RPM
134 @ 5200 RPM
Engine
V6, 4.3 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
Drivetrain
2WD
2WD
2WD
2WD

1997 GMC 1500 Trucks Rankings

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Is 1997 a good year for a GMC 1500 Regular Cab?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.5 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1997 1500 Regular Cab is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the GMC 1500 Regular Cab 1997 a good Pickup?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.5 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1997 1500 Regular Cab is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1997 GMC 1500 Regular Cab?

The 1997 GMC 1500 Regular Cab gets 15 mpg in the city and 20 mpg on the highway.

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