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

Based on 5-year routine maintenance labor at a $150/hr indie shop rate, the GMC Jimmy is cheaper to maintain — about $2,016 less over 60,000 miles. Parts cost is not included.

What's the labor difference between the 307ci V8 and the 4.3L V6?

Across 30 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 Jimmy or GMC Jimmy?

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

1974 GMC Jimmy vs 2005 GMC Jimmy — Labor Times, Costs & Recalls

Specifications

Year

1974

2005

Engine

307ci V8

4.3L V6

Drivetrain

4WD

FWD

Transmission

automatic

Fuel

gas

Powertrain

Engine output, acceleration, top speed, handling, braking — and Nürburgring if either car ran one.

Horsepower

150hp

190hp

Torque

250lb-ft

0–60 mph

—

10.2s

Quarter Mile

—

17.5s @ 79 mph

Top Speed

90 mph

105 mph

Skidpad

—

60–0 Braking

—

70–0 Braking

—

Curb Weight

4,200 lb

3,850 lb

Max Towing

6,000 lb

5,500 lb

Max Payload

1,500 lb

1,350 lb

Performance specs synthesized from manufacturer figures and instrumented magazine tests (Car and Driver, Motor Trend, Road & Track). MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Numbers flagged as "low confidence" by AI generation are conservative estimates from related platforms.

Cost of Ownership

★ WINNER

5-Year Maintenance

$6,519

0.11 $/mi

5-Year Maintenance

$8,535

0.14 $/mi

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ADVANTAGEGMC Jimmy — Saves you $2,016 over 5 years (31% 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

0.3 hrs$1,020 / 5yr

0.4 hrs$1,200 / 5yr

Tire rotation

0.5 hrs$600 / 5yr

0.4 hrs$480 / 5yr

Front brake pads

1.2 hrs$520 / 5yr

Rear brake pads

1.2 hrs$500 / 5yr

Differential fluid

1.2 hrs$440 / 5yr

1.5 hrs$530 / 5yr

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Leak (4.3L Vortec)

— hrs

— hrs$585 / 5yr

Wiper blades

0.2 hrs$240 / 5yr

0.3 hrs$300 / 5yr

Brake fluid flush

0.8 hrs$270 / 5yr

12V battery

0.3 hrs$245 / 5yr

0.4 hrs$260 / 5yr

Coolant flush

1.2 hrs$230 / 5yr

0.8 hrs$170 / 5yr

Spark plugs

0.8 hrs$200 / 5yr

Intake manifold gasket

4.5 hrs$230 / 5yr

3.0 hrs$162 / 5yr

4L60E Transmission Failure / Shift Solenoid Issues

— hrs

— hrs$390 / 5yr

Fuel filter

0.3 hrs$150 / 5yr

0.5 hrs$210 / 5yr

Water pump

2.5 hrs$173 / 5yr

Oil pan gasket

4.2 hrs$170 / 5yr

3.5 hrs$144 / 5yr

Engine air filter

0.2 hrs$120 / 5yr

0.3 hrs$150 / 5yr

Serpentine belt

0.7 hrs$140 / 5yr

0.6 hrs$125 / 5yr

Alternator

1.2 hrs$120 / 5yr

1.5 hrs$131 / 5yr

Valve cover gasket

1.5 hrs$114 / 5yr

Cabin air filter

— hrs

0.3 hrs$210 / 5yr

Fuel Pump Failure

— hrs

— hrs$210 / 5yr

Power steering flush

0.6 hrs$110 / 5yr

0.5 hrs$95 / 5yr

Cracked Exhaust Manifolds

— hrs

— hrs$193 / 5yr

Starter motor

1.5 hrs$85 / 5yr

PCV valve

0.3 hrs$65 / 5yr

0.4 hrs$80 / 5yr

Thermostat

1.2 hrs$77 / 5yr

0.8 hrs$56 / 5yr

Transfer Case Encoder Motor / 4WD Selector Issues

— hrs

— hrs$122 / 5yr

Front Differential Actuator Failure (4WD models)

— hrs

— hrs$105 / 5yr

Distributor / Ignition System Wear

— hrs

— hrs$65 / 5yr

Active Recalls

Open NHTSA Recalls

CLEAR

Open NHTSA Recalls

CLEAR

✓ Both vehicles are completely clear of open safety recalls.

Fluid Capacities

GMC Jimmy

ac_refrigerant · R-12

brake1.00 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 3

coolant20.00 qt · GM 1899-M

engine_oil5.00 qt · API SF

front_diff3.50 qt · API GL-5

power_steering2.50 qt · GM 1050017

rear_diff4.00 qt · API GL-5

transfer_case3.00 qt · GM Type A Suffix A

transmission_auto10.00 qt · GM Type A Suffix A

washer2.50 qt · Windshield washer solvent

GMC Jimmy

ac_refrigerant · R-134a

brake0.75 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 3

coolant12.50 qt · GM 6277M

engine_oil4.50 qt · API SJ or higher

power_steering1.00 qt · GM Part No. 89021184

transmission_auto12.00 qt · GM Dexron III

washer4.00 qt · windshield washer fluid

The Verdict

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THE WINNER

1974 GMC Jimmy

307ci V8

GMC Jimmy is cheaper to maintain (saves ~$2,016 over 5 years)

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

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