GMC Sierra 1500 SLE Texas Edition – A steady performer for work and for play - Examiner.com

The current line of GMC Sierra pickup trucks has been in the market now for about 5 years. Styling is solid but not particularly new, yet this truck delivers for work or play for those wanting a solid truck at a reasonable price. Almost 50% of the pickup trucks sold in America are sold in Texas. So, for all the major players in the pickup market, Texas is very important and all offer some sort of a Texas Edition Special. The Sierra 1500 SLE Texas Edition 2WD Crew Cab we tested was the basic with a couple of add ons plus the Texas Edition package. The truck profile is large and sturdy as you would expect from a work truck. The base price for the Sierra SLE 1500 Crew is 2WD is $31,835. The package base includes a 4. 8L Vortec V8 engine, power steering and accessories with chrome bumpers and 17” chrome – styled steel wheels and full size spare. An optional Convenience Package costing $860 and including universal home remote, remote vehicle start, electric rear window defogger, rear parking assist and adjustable power pedals add to the appeal of this truck in a non work environment. The rear parking assist was augmented by a rear vision camera system for further convenience. Source: www.examiner.com