These trucks even sport the Syclone emblem.
The people at Specialty Vehicle Engineering The famous are back! GMC Syclone Moniker for a performance pickup that uses the latest technology GMC Canyon As a starting point. The original Syclones had 280 horsepower (209kilowatts) and a turbocharged 4.3-liter V6. The new Syclones have a supercharged, 3.6-liter V6 that pumps out 455 hp (339kW). Specialty Vehicle Engineering There are only 100 pickups being built so get in touch quickly if you need one.
The supercharged engine is mated to a stainless-steel cat-back exhaust that has a black circular outlet at each end. The pickups are mounted on 20-inch wheels with a black finish and Syclone emblems on one of the five spokes.
The modern Syclone has six-piston front brakes with 13.6-inch slotted wheels. This is in contrast to the standard four-piston stoppers that operate on 12.2-inch discs. Redesigned suspension is used on the trucks, which includes new shocks and spring bushings. These pieces reduce the ride height by two inches in front and five inches in the rear.
Specialty Vehicle Engineering’s Syclone adds a hood bulge and chrome trim to dress up the vehicle’s appearance. The body-color grille is available, as well as side sill extensions and a rear bumper. The body is adorned with Syclone badges.
The emblems are found on the interior, including the floor mats and seats. The build number is displayed on the dash plaque from the 100-truck production run.
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Today, the original Syclone remains highly collectible. GMC produced 2,995 and 3 additional for the 1991 model year. They were one of the fastest accelerating vehicles a person could purchase at that time.