Vehicle Description
It's hard to find a better collector car from the 1990s than the
GMC Typhoon, and they don't get more collector-grade than this
example from their final year, 1993. After all, with all the
aggressive bodywork so well-preserved on this low-mileage
performance SUV, you might never find such a factory-fresh example
at such an affordable price.
GMC perfectly tapped into the premium/sporty/custom SUV world that
would be popular before the end of the decade. This example has a
great monotone look with the bumpers, grille, and aggressive body
kit finished in Frost White. And this is more than just the
factory-correct color. It's the original paint that has been babied
since day one. So even nearly a quarter-century later, and this one
still can deliver a showroom-level of shine. Complementing the
white paint is all the blacked-out trim and tinted windows to give
it a sophisticated appearance on this American performance machine
- sort of like James Bond meets GI Joe. And those factory alloys
are like beefier versions of the Corvette's buzzsaw wheels. So
while the low production numbers already make this one desirable
(less than 550 produced in this color for its final year), it's
this high level of preserved style that makes it irresistible.
Inside are more great touches that turn this SUV into a sports car.
Bucket seats, center console, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel
are exactly what you want in a performance machine. And best of
all, this Typhoon is both loaded and nicely preserved. The black
leather front seats power adjust to the perfect driving position,
and averaging less than 2,000 miles annual means there has been
little time to give them any wear. Everything is within easy reach,
including the air conditioning controls, power windows, power
locks, tilt wheel, cruise control, and factory AM/FM stereo CD
changer. There's even a factory overhead center console with
lighting, storage, and digital trip computer. And since this modern
classic is in the perfect condition to show off at car shows, the
split rear end makes this your perfect tailgating buddy.
What makes the Typhoon a true classic is under the hood. The
4.3-liter motor in the Blazer/Jimmy was upgraded to supercar status
thanks to a Mitsubishi turbocharger and Garrett intercooler. These
were specialty low-number vehicles delivered directly to the
dealer, and so it's great to have the original V6 and original
packaging in such great condition on this example. Turning a beefy
SUV into a muscle machine required more than just boosting the
motor. This fuel-injected power plant was also fortified to handle
the extra power. Plus, the Borg Warner all-wheel drive transfer
case has a rear weight bias to give the perfect balance between
performance driving and superior grip. That same balance is found
in the four-speed automatic transmission that can downshift for
power and then return to overdrive cruising comfort. Add in power
steering, four-wheel disc brakes, performance tires, and an
upgraded suspension, and this is the SUV with all the right moves
to take on the streets.
Complete with owner's manual and maintenance records, this is an
exceptionally well-preserved example of one of the best new
classics around. That's why you know you can enjoy it today and
watch the admiration grow into tomorrow. And at a price like this,
you're going to need to hurry if you want this in your garage. Call
now!
