Which is cheaper to maintain, the GMC C2500 or the GMC C2500?

Based on 5-year routine maintenance labor at a $150/hr indie shop rate, the GMC C2500 is cheaper to maintain — about $1,046 less over 60,000 miles. Parts cost is not included.

What's the labor difference between the 327 cu in (5.4L) Chevrolet V8 and the 5.0L V8?

Across 24 common maintenance jobs, hours vary by drivetrain and engine layout. See the side-by-side table on this page for each job's labor hours and estimated cost.

Are there any active recalls on the GMC C2500 or GMC C2500?

The GMC C2500 has 0 open NHTSA recalls. The GMC C2500 has 0 open recalls. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

1968 GMC C2500 vs 1988–2000 GMC C2500 — Labor Times, Costs & Recalls

Specifications

Year

1968

1988–2000

Engine

327 cu in (5.4L) Chevrolet V8

5.0L V8

Drivetrain

RWD

4WD

Transmission

automatic

—

Fuel

gas

Cost of Ownership

★ WINNER

5-Year Maintenance

$6,759

0.11 $/mi

5-Year Maintenance

$7,805

0.13 $/mi

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ADVANTAGEGMC C2500 — Saves you $1,046 over 5 years (15% less in routine maintenance labor)

Routine maintenance only. Cost = labor hours × $150/hr × estimated 5-yr frequency. Parts cost not included.

Maintenance Breakdown

Hours per common service. Lower is faster (and cheaper) at the shop.

Oil & filter change

0.4 hrs$1,200 / 5yr

0.5 hrs$1,380 / 5yr

Tire rotation

0.5 hrs$600 / 5yr

Rear brake pads

1.4 hrs$560 / 5yr

Front brake pads

1.2 hrs$520 / 5yr

1.4 hrs$580 / 5yr

Differential fluid

1.2 hrs$440 / 5yr

Brake fluid flush

1.0 hrs$330 / 5yr

Wiper blades

0.2 hrs$240 / 5yr

0.3 hrs$300 / 5yr

12V battery

0.3 hrs$245 / 5yr

0.5 hrs$275 / 5yr

Spark plugs

1.2 hrs$260 / 5yr

1.0 hrs$230 / 5yr

Intake manifold gasket

4.5 hrs$230 / 5yr

3.6 hrs$189 / 5yr

Coolant flush

1.0 hrs$200 / 5yr

Fuel filter

0.3 hrs$150 / 5yr

0.6 hrs$240 / 5yr

Water pump

2.5 hrs$173 / 5yr

3.0 hrs$200 / 5yr

Oil pan gasket

4.2 hrs$170 / 5yr

Valve cover gasket

2.5 hrs$174 / 5yr

1.8 hrs$132 / 5yr

Engine air filter

0.2 hrs$120 / 5yr

0.4 hrs$180 / 5yr

Alternator

1.2 hrs$120 / 5yr

1.8 hrs$143 / 5yr

Cabin air filter

— hrs

0.4 hrs$255 / 5yr

Power steering flush

0.6 hrs$110 / 5yr

Oxygen sensor

— hrs

1.8 hrs$195 / 5yr

Starter motor

1.5 hrs$85 / 5yr

1.8 hrs$94 / 5yr

PCV valve

0.3 hrs$65 / 5yr

0.5 hrs$95 / 5yr

Serpentine belt

— hrs

0.7 hrs$140 / 5yr

Thermostat

1.0 hrs$67 / 5yr

Active Recalls

Open NHTSA Recalls

CLEAR

Open NHTSA Recalls

CLEAR

✓ Both vehicles are completely clear of open safety recalls.

Fluid Capacities

GMC C2500

ac_refrigerant · R-12

brake1.50 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 3

coolant20.00 qt · conventional silicate-based

engine_oil5.00 qt · API SG or higher

power_steering2.00 qt · GM power steering fluid or Type A ATF

rear_diff4.00 qt · API GL-5

transmission_auto12.00 qt · Type A Suffix A

washer1.50 qt · Windshield washer fluid

GMC C2500

ac_refrigerant · R-12

brake1.00 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 3

coolant22.00 qt · GM 6277M

engine_oil5.00 qt · API SG/SH/SJ

front_diff3.50 qt · API GL-5

power_steering2.00 qt · GM 89021184

rear_diff4.20 qt · API GL-5

transfer_case2.20 qt · GM Dexron III or AutoTrak II 12346140

transmission_auto12.00 qt · GM Dexron III

transmission_manual4.20 qt · GM Synchromesh 12345349

washer4.00 qt · Windshield washer fluid

The Verdict

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THE WINNER

1968 GMC C2500

327 cu in (5.4L) Chevrolet V8

GMC C2500 is cheaper to maintain (saves ~$1,046 over 5 years)

Based on objective maintenance and recall data. Driving feel, looks, brand loyalty, and ownership experience are separate (and very valid) considerations.

Open the full dashboard for either truck

Labor times, torque specs, fluid capacities, DTC codes, repair procedures, recalls, common platform problems.

GMC C2500

327 cu in (5.4L) Chevrolet V8