Twenty-five years ago, the production of the Syclone, Typhoon, and Sonoma GT launched and as quickly as it started, it was gone. While some trucks went lovingly into collector status and carefully stored away, some where enjoyed on the weekends and the occasional spirited drive, and many were busy chalking up hard mileage down the track or looking for that victim at the next stop light. The market today is full of trucks with varying histories and condition. While the low mile gems still can be sought out, most of the trucks today show a bit of age with some mileage and modifications. Potential buyers need to be aware that these trucks require a caliber of maintenance that is unique to the SyTySoGT. This buyer’s guide is designed to cover both the common areas of the Sonoma/Jimmy platform but also focus on the unique features of the Syclone, Typhoon, and Sonoma GT and what should be considered when looking to purchase one of these sportmachines.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Research these trucks and ask yourself if this vehicle is worth your time and money. The SyTy (excluding the SoGT) are trucks that require a high level of maintenance in order to run at peak performance in both stock and modified form. If you are not mechanically inclined, be ready to learn or be sure you have someone who can be trusted to work on your truck. Just like you wouldnt take a Ferrari to a Honda Dealership or some questionable shade tree garage, most mechanics wont be able to diagnose specific issues that the SyTys are known to have. The old adage is – “Many can afford to buy a Syclone or Typhoon, but many can’t afford to own a Syclone or Typhoon.”
If you can bring along a current owner or someone who has knowledge of these trucks when going to look at a truck, it is to your advantage. What an inexperienced eye might miss, one who has been around these trucks will quickly be able to point out both the positive and negatives. You dont know anyone? Ask. You’d be surprised how many people will offer to help or might already know the truck and be able to give you history on it. Remember, this is a small community!
Read the ISTR SyTy FAQ page for commonly asked questions!
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Research these trucks and ask yourself if this vehicle is worth your time and money. The SyTy (excluding the SoGT) are trucks that require a high level of maintenance in order to run at peak performance in both stock and modified form. If you are not mechanically inclined, be ready to learn or be sure you have someone who can be trusted to work on your truck. Just like you wouldnt take a Ferrari to a Honda Dealership or some questionable shade tree garage, most mechanics wont be able to diagnose specific issues that the SyTys are known to have. The old adage is – “Many can afford to buy a Syclone or Typhoon, but many can’t afford to own a Syclone or Typhoon.”
If you can bring along a current owner or someone who has knowledge of these trucks when going to look at a truck, it is to your advantage. What an inexperienced eye might miss, one who has been around these trucks will quickly be able to point out both the positive and negatives. You dont know anyone? Ask. You’d be surprised how many people will offer to help or might already know the truck and be able to give you history on it. Remember, this is a small community!
Read the ISTR SyTy FAQ page for commonly asked questions!
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