1985 Dodge D150 Ram Custom review from North America
"Dependable cheap ugly truck"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I figure the truck has 300k or more miles on it. I've put around 10k, but the odometer doesn't work.
The lifters are going bad, resulting in low power in 2nd gear.
Trannsmission leaks.
Rear main seal leaks.
Everything leaks.
Carberator needs to be rebuilt.
General comments?
I love my old truck.
She's left me on the side of the road twice, both times the same problem and both times an easy fix (bad ignition coil).
She drinks oil and transmission fluid, but she runs smooth and strong (except when the lifters knock) and shifts right all the time.
Everything is where it should be on the dash.
Very easy to drive.
Obnoxiously loud, would never pass emmissions, and ugly as hell. Just the way I want it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.2 V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 300000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 310000 miles |
| Previous car | Plymouth Road Runner |
| Date of Entry | 15th March, 2005 |