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1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab

Used 1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab

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Horsepower
255 hp
Torque
330 lb-ft
Towing Capacity
10,000 lbs
Payload
2,755 pounds

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1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab Overview

2500 Regular Cab Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation GMC 2500 Regular Cab (1987-2000) a 4.6 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 97% recommend it. These figures are based on 119 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab

"I WOULDNT BUY A NEW TRUCK"

"I Love this truck 454 Tonawanda fuel inj with a fifth wheel tow package 230,000 on it burns no oil between changes. Average 14.8 MPG loaded or empty doesnt matter. Growls down the road 65 mph at 2000 rpms. Comfortable bench seat, 5 speed manual tranny tight shifts w/o the clutch. I wouldnt buy a new truck just re-engine this one when the time comes. Interior has held up great for cloth. I just returned from a 1500 miles round trip, road trip and Im not the least bit tired or fatigued its so comfy. Only issue is peeling paint. and a air conditioner vent problem comes out of the floor sometimes but turn it off and on and its OK No rust at all It looks like the paint job will be worth more than the book value but Im gonna do it any way, shes my sweety"

"Great Truck"

"Easy to do repairs, tons of room to work. Solid truck, I have had friends with Dodges and Fords the same year and theirs just rusted away. They are on to new vehicles and mine is still running strong and being worked everyday. I still don't want to get rid of it, probably drive it until a million miles. Has 220,000 miles on it, i got it at a 100,000 and have never even done the clutch. Do take care of my maintenance and have done expected repairs, but Still drives like a dream!"

"supertruck/great reliability"

"Have over 400,000 miles on mine and it's still a great truck. Like the body styling better than the new models. I drive in all conditions, both on and off road and this truck always does what I need it to. Handles just as good in interstate traffic as it does on dirt and gravel roads. Rides a lot smoother than a lot of other types of trucks as well."

Overall 1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab quality a 4.7 out of 5.

1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab Reliability

The 1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab receives an average consumer rating of 4.6 overall and a 4.8 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1997 2500 Regular Cab Features

According to drivers of the 1997 2500 Regular Cab, here are some of its best features:

  • 5.7 throttle body is the best ever
  • Solid
  • Very fun to drive,very reliable engine
  • Great ride for a 3/4 ton pickup
  • For the money its the best all around

1997 2500 Regular Cab Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1997 GMC 2500 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 2500 Regular Cab Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
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1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab
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4.7
Performance
4.6
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4.7
Comfort
4.6
Reliability
4.8
Styling
4.6

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1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab Values and Prices

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1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab Depreciation

A 1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab has a current resale value of $2,445 and trade-in value of $1,228.

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1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
-
$2,440
$1,300
2023
+ $100
$2,540
$1,403
2024
$25
$2,515
$1,340
2025
$70
$2,445
$1,228
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab 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
4299 lbs.
Fuel Capacity
34.0 gallons
Front Head Room
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room
41.7 inches
Max Seating Capacity
3
Minimum Ground Clearance
7.1 inches
Overall Length
213.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room
65.4 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
10000 lbs.
Wheel Base
131.5 inches
Bed Length
8.00 feet
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
8600 lbs.
Payload Capacity
3158 lbs.
Width with mirrors
76.8 inches

Exterior

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

Mechanical

Drivetrain
4WD
Transmission Type
Manual
5 speed
Available

Performance

Horsepower
255 @ 4600 RPM
Torque
330 @ 2800 rpm
Engine
V8, 5.7 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 2500 Regular Cab Safety

Safety Features & 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

1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab Rankings

Rank
Vehicles
HP
#1
2025 GMC Sierra EV
645
#2
2026 Tesla Cybertruck
600
#3
2025 GMC HUMMER EV Pickup
570
#4
2025 Rivian R1T
533
#153
1997 GMC 2500 Regular Cab
255

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Owners of the vehicle give it 4.6 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1997 2500 Regular Cab is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

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