Vehicle Description
Over the past four decades, General Motors has proven itself a
modern day warrior. The company literally OWNED the '50s and '60s,
and no matter how much corporate bean counters tried to quell its
spirit of performance, true gearheads ALWAYS kept the flame lit. We
aren't talking about Corvettes or the incredible Cadillac V-Series.
We're talking about offerings that are fast, fun and highly
attainable. All black, all business and packed with Professional
Grade performance hardware, this prim and polished Syclone backs a
turbocharged V6 with factory all-wheel drive and a tuned sport
suspension. And if you're an enlightened enthusiast who errs on the
side of utilitarian, it's an incredible pickup that doubles as an
incredible bargain!
ALL BUSINESS
Feeling especially whimsical, and privy to leftover parts from its
empire of mass transportation, GM set the automotive marketplace on
its ear with the curve ball known as the 1991 Syclone. But,
unfortunately, the corporation's own bureaucracy killed the
world-beating truck almost as fast as it hit dealerships, limiting
production to 2,995 units. This Syclone's wet-looking coat of GM
code 19 Black highlights solid sheetmetal that's both crisp and
sharp. The truck's vertical panels center straight surfaces in even
gaps, showing no signs of damage or accident repairs. And, topped
by great looking, factory-correct trim, the finish on those panels
is every bit as glossy as it is deep.
TURBO PIONEER
GM's stalwart 4300 V6 has, through a myriad of engineering changes,
anchored the company's truck line for close to 40 years. For
Syclone duty, the LB4 4300 saw significant mechanical upgrades.
Better pistons and better breathing intake and exhaust manifolds
joined a Mitsubishi TD06-17C turbocharger, a Garrett water/air
intercooler and a 48mm twin-bore throttle body that was borrowed
from Chevrolet's 5.7 liter V8. All those carefully calculated
tweaks and improvements added up to a very impressive 280
horsepower and 350 lb./ft. of V8-slaying torque. And that meant the
truck's strip-scorching times would not only best GM's own Camaro
and Corvette, but also catapult it to the forefront of 1990s
performance! Mechanically, everything, from this GMC's dry oil pan
to its pliable air tube, is clean, lean and largely weather-free.
And one glance at our high-resolution photos is all it takes to see
that the truck has been meticulously maintained by loving
enthusiasts.
STYLE AND SUBSTANCE
With that kind of power on tap, it should come as no surprise that
GM equipped the bottom of this pickup with a host of noteworthy
upgrades. Behind the raucous engine, a reliable 700R4 automatic
makes the most of four forward gears. That gearbox twists torque to
Borg Warner all-wheel drive, which sends 35% of its power to the
front wheels. Speaking of front wheels, this truck's massive meats
are pointed by factory power steering. Speaking of power-assist,
the truck's power-assisted brake system is one of the first to be
fully accompanied by standard anti-lock technology. At the center
of the tuned sport suspension, factory-spec single-into-dual pipes
hang big turbo mufflers behind a conservative catalytic converter.
And power meets the pavement through sixth generation Corvette
alloys, which spin 275/40R17 Ventus HRIIs around red "GMC"
logos.
SIMPLE IS GOOD
Inside this awesome street bruiser, you'll find a correct Gray and
Black interior that's virtually spotless. Typical GMC fashion
dictates more comfort than sport, but then, that's what GM's
premium truck brand has increasingly gravitated toward. And
naturally, that means this Syclone is loaded with all the features
you'd expect including power windows, power locks, climate control,
Cruise Control and a tilt steering wheel. In front of that wheel,
red-piped factory buckets are cushy and comfortable. Opposite those
seats, factory-spec, Pontiac-sourced gauges inhabit a blocky dash
that's finished with modern Kenwood audio. Below that dash,
"SYCLONE" branded floor mats frame a small console and simple
factory shifter. And behind the passengers, a factory tonneau
shields a clean bed.
Nobody scoffs at GMC's Syclone and Typhoon. Thanks to their
Professional Grade DNA, and an ability to whip pretty much any
street challenger, the trucks get big respect and much admiration.
So, what are you waiting for? Grab this brutish compact and enjoy
one of the coolest classics on the planet!
HIGHLIGHTS
4.3 liter V6 Turbocharged
280 hp and 350 lb./ft torque
700R4 4-speed automatic transmission
Borg Warner all-wheel drive
Power steering
Power front disc and rear drum brakes
Air conditioning
17-inch sixth generation Corvette wheels / GMC center caps
Tuned sport suspension
63,866 miles
1 of only 2,995 Syclones produced
