2013 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE Summit White extended cab — Luckyleft615 build
Luckyleft615 • Rugged meets Tech
Active Build • Est. April 2026

2013
GMC
Sierra

5.3L V8 Gasoline  •  Extended Cab  •  SLE  •  Summit White

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Luckyleft615 is a documented 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE build log and GMT900 project truck — real-world DIY truck modifications, step-by-step install notes, and honest reviews for the 5.3L Vortec platform. Coverage includes aftermarket LED lighting, suspension leveling kits, wheel spacer installation, tow hook replacement, interior console upgrades, audio, cold air intakes, and more — with photos, ratings, and a transparent GMC Sierra build cost and parts list.

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Factory Configuration

Technical Baseline

Year
2013
Make / Model
GMC Sierra 1500
Trim
SLE
Body Style
4-Door Extended Cab Pickup
Engine
Vortec 5.3L V8 VVT — 315 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Horsepower
315 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Torque
335 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic w/ Overdrive & Active Fuel Management
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive (2WD)
Fuel Type
Gasoline
MPG (Est.)
15 City / 21 Hwy
Color
Summit White
VIN (Partial)
1GTR1VE04DZ■■■■■
Mileage
~107,145 mi (April 2026)
Suspension
Coil-over-shock IFS; Semi-elliptical 2-stage multileaf rear
Brakes
Front disc / Rear drum, 4-channel ABS, StabiliTrak
Tow Capacity
Up to 9,500 lbs
Payload
Up to 1,835 lbs
Fuel Tank
26.0 gallons
GVWR
7,000 lbs
Standard Equipment

Notable Features

✓ StabiliTrak Stability Control
✓ Trailer Sway Control
✓ 4-Channel ABS
✓ Dual-Zone Auto Climate
✓ Remote Vehicle Start
✓ Bluetooth Phone
✓ SiriusXM Satellite Radio
✓ Tow / Haul Mode
✓ Active Fuel Management
✓ Driver Info Center
✓ Power Windows / Locks
✓ OnStar Connected
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Vehicle History

Ownership and service timeline for this Sierra — from delivery to the current Luckyleft615 build. For free VIN decode, recalls, and PDF reports, visit the .

Luckyleft615 Sierra Timeline

Key ownership and service events from the CARFAX report I ran when I bought this truck.

August 2012
Delivered New — Carlsbad Buick GMC Cadillac, CA
Pre-delivery inspection completed. 5 miles on odometer.
January 2013
Owner 1 — Personal Lease, San Diego CA
Titled & registered in California.
2013 – 2016
Regular Service — Carlsbad GMC & Soapy Joe's, CA
Oil changes every ~7,000 miles. 27,495 mi at end of lease.
March 2016
Owner 2 — Personal Vehicle, San Diego CA
33,071 miles. Regular Valvoline oil changes through 2020.
June 2021
Owner 3 — Personal Vehicle, Kingman AZ
Purchased from auction at 84,113 miles post-recovery.
2022 – 2024
Service — Take 5 & Anderson Chevrolet, Kingman AZ
Oil changes and inspections. ~3,100 miles/year.
April 2025
Full Brake Job — Jim Tidwell Ford, Kennesaw GA
Pads, rotors, fluid flush all four corners. Passed GA emissions at 95,742 mi.
April 2026
★ Current Owner — Luckyleft615
Purchased at 107,145 miles. Build journey begins.
CARFAX Summary
✓ 4 Previous Owners
✓ 17 Service Records
✓ No Total Loss
✓ No Flood / Fire
✓ No Odometer Issues
✓ No Open Recalls

Summary from a CARFAX Vehicle History Report purchased for this truck. CARFAX is a registered trademark of CARFAX, Inc. Luckyleft615 is not affiliated with CARFAX.

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