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2007 GMC Sierra (Classic) 3500 Extended Cab

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2007 GMC Sierra (Classic) 3500 Extended Cab Review

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You can thank the Coca-Cola Company for attaching the term "classic" to a product that should actually be termed "old." The latest company to grab hold of this scheme is GMC. With the arrival of the all-new Sierra, the previous model forgoes mothballing to become the 2007 GMC Sierra Classic. A capable pickup truck by all measures, the Sierra Classic continues to offer a full range, including 1500, 2500 and 3500 models in Regular Cab, Extended Cab and Crew Cab configurations. Despite the Sierra Classic's age, it can still pull, haul and luxuriate with the best new rivals from Dodge, Ford and Toyota.

You'll Like This Car If...

If you need a serious work truck, one that can haul loads of dirt or tow a horse trailer, there is a Sierra Classic with your name on it. The Sierra Classic's interior can be made quite plush, especially with the Denali trim level.

You May Not Like This Car If...

If you are not used to piloting a large pickup, the Sierra Classic may be a bit too much truck for you. The Sierra Classic also lacks such newer conveniences as GPS navigation and side-curtain airbags.

What's Significant About This Car?

Entering its final model year, the Sierra Classic receives standard recovery hooks on 1500HD, 2500HD and 3500 trim levels.

Driving the Sierra (Classic) 3500 Extended Cab

Driving Impressions On the open road, you'll find the Sierra's steering is light, with modest feedback to the driver. On the other hand, the brakes get excellent marks for their rock-solid pedal...

feel. It should be noted that different wheel and tire packages will affect the way the Sierra feels on the road, so you may want to test-drive something that will reflect your final choice. Choose the available 5.3-liter V8, with 295 horsepower and a stump-pulling 335 pound-feet of torque, and you'll find that even a fully-loaded Sierra with a trailer attached can accelerate and pass without much hesitation. When not burdened with a heavy load, the Sierra's performance is practically muscle-car quick, especially when accelerating from a standing stop. The four-speed automatic transmission delivers crisp, precise shifts, and features a tow/haul mode that limits gear hunting when towing or driving in mountainous or hilly terrain.

Favorite Features

Hybrid Drive
An electric motor mounted between the engine and transmission helps get the Sierra Hybrid trim rolling, saving gas as well as wear on the engine.

Denali Trim
The luxury-oriented Denali Crew Cab is a step above the SLT trim level.

2007 GMC Sierra (Classic) 3500 Extended Cab Details

Interior

The Sierra Classic's interior is nice, but starting to show its age. There is a lot of dark plastic on the dash face, and the plastics and other materials used on the dash and door have a generic look. Denali models get a bit more color and contrast with their trim and interior fabrics. The Sierra Classic's seats are soft but comfortable, especially when covered in leather. Those who regularly carry two or more people will want to get the Crew Cab for its roomy rear seat; the Extended Cab is best used for short trips or to provide a secured storage area.

Exterior

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GMC has tried to distance its trucks from their Chevy counterparts with a bold grille design, different wheels and the upscale Denali trim option. The Sierra Classic maintains that tradition with a boxy middle section tempered by rounded edges and the familiar GMC logo proudly centered in the grille. Though older than the F150 and Dodge Ram designs, the Sierra Classic still strikes a powerful stance, especially when outfitted with the Denali trim package.

Notable Equipment

Standard Equipment

Base SL models have cruise control, CD player, air conditioning, tilt wheel and chrome-styled steel wheels. SLT and Denali models get a four-speed automatic, electronically controlled transmission with overdrive and tow/haul mode and a 4.8-liter V8 or 5.3-liter V8. Other models can be equipped with engine choices that include the 6.0-liter V8 and the 5.3-liter hybrid.

Optional Equipment

Options for the Sierra are too numerous to list. Beyond the various bed lengths, wheelbases and cab configurations, you can opt for the StabiliTrak stability management program, a number of off-road and towing packages and the OnStar telematics system. SLT and SLE Extended Cab two-wheel-drive models can be outfitted with a new Performance Edition package that matches a 6.0-liter high-output Vortec V8 with 20-inch chrome wheels, high-performance suspension, 3.73 rear axle, automatic locking differential and traction control.

Under the Hood

The Sierra line up offers a wide variety of engines, allowing the consumer to choose between fuel economy and power, or a combination of both.

4.3-liter V6
195 horsepower @ 4600 rpm
260 lb.-ft. of torque @ 2800 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 16/21 (2WD automatic), 16/23 (2WD manual), 15/18 (4WD automatic), 15/20 (4WD manual)

4.8-liter V8
285 horsepower @ 5600 rpm
295 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 16/21 (2WD automatic), 16/21 (2WD manual), 15/19 (4WD automatic), 15/19 (4WD manual)

5.3-liter V8
295 horsepower @ 5200 rpm
335 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 18/21 (Hybrid 2WD), 17/19 (Hybrid 4WD), 12/16 (E85 2WD), 11/14 (E85 4WD), 16/21 (Gasoline 2WD), 15/19 (Gasoline 4WD)

5.3-liter V8 (L33)
310 horsepower @ 5200 rpm
335 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 16/21 (2WD), 15/19 (4WD)

6.0-liter V8
300 horsepower @ 4400 rpm
360 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 14/19 (2WD), 14/17 (4WD)

6.0-liter V8 (VortecMAX)
345 horsepower @ 5200 rpm
380 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 12/16

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2007 GMC Sierra (Classic) 3500 Consumer Reviews

Overall Rating

8.9

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Based on 1435 Ratings for the 1999 - 2007 models.

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Value

9.0/10

Quality

9.1/10
Reliability

9.3/10

Performance

9.2/10
Comfort

9.2/10

Styling

9.2/10

Excellent Truck ...Great Value & Dependable...

By TOM TOM (NM) on Saturday, June 08, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 175,000

10 10.0

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Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 10/10
Performance: 10/10
Styling: 10/10
Comfort: 10/10

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"This Truck has been one of the best investments I've ever made (besides my condo),Tight, Comfortable, Strong,Extremely Reliable,& Pretty Maintenance Free. But now it's time to trade this baby in...I use my Truck for my Business, & put on about 50,000 miles @ yr. The Extended cab, 2-wd, with the 4.8 litre engine did me good but now I'm moving up to a 2013 extended cab 2-wd. But with the 5.3 engine this time...good to know what my trade in should be ...THANKS....THOMAS."

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Four wheel steering is awesome, no problems at all

By jc (CT) on Saturday, June 08, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 55,611

10 9.0

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Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 9/10
Value: 8/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 10/10
Performance: 10/10
Styling: 10/10
Comfort: 10/10

Pros: "very comforable to drive."

Cons: "can not use auto car washes."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 8

"I tow with this truck and the 4 wheel steer lets me park and manuver so easy. the truck is comfortable and the features like radio, onstar and lights, signaling merrors are easy to operate."

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Great Truck

By Matt (MO) on Monday, June 03, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 157,000

10 10.0

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Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 10/10
Performance: 9/10
Styling: 9/10
Comfort: 10/10

Pros: "Very reliable"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I purchased this truck used @ 35,000 miles, and currently has 157,000 miles. Never had any breakdowns, never been in the shop. Other than regular maintenance (oil changes, tires, plugs/wires at 100K, etc), it's never been worked on. The 4.8 V8 has plenty of power for what I need, although you'll want the 5.3 if you do a lot of towing and heavy work."

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nice looking truck

By 2000gmc (OK) on Monday, May 20, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 130,000

10 9.0

overall rating 9 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 9/10
Value: 10/10
Reliability: 8/10
Quality: 9/10
Performance: 8/10
Styling: 10/10
Comfort: 9/10

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"i own a truck just like this one i think theyre worth a little more like 5000, but anyways this truck is so comfortable nice looking. i have no words to describe its so convenient"

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I love my GMC

By JR (NH) on Sunday, May 19, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 80,000

10 9.0

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Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 9/10
Value: 7/10
Reliability: 9/10
Quality: 8/10
Performance: 7/10
Styling: 7/10
Comfort: 8/10

Pros: "good all around dependable truck!"

Cons: "6 1/2 ' bed not big enough!"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"I have owned this truck for almost 3 years, no major problems, it has been reliable, handles well, plows well and is comfortable! I would recomend this truck to any one! I used to be a Ford man, GMC has changed that!"

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solid, reliable, tough truck

By me (MD) on Saturday, May 18, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 128,000

10 9.0

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Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 9/10
Value: 7/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 10/10
Performance: 8/10
Styling: 8/10
Comfort: 7/10

Pros: "work horse, reliable, off road capible"

Cons: "gas mileage"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"this truck gets run through its paces and whatever is asked of it it does. it works all week and plays all weekend! only complaint is fuel economy, but even that isnt that bad! im geting 16 city contingent on how i drive"

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