1988 Dodge Dakota 4x4 Long bed review from North America
"The best mid-small size truck around, Period"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Had to replace the whole front end basically, ball joints, bearings, shocks, etc. U-Joints and some other general things.
General comments?
I love this truck. For an 18 year old paying for insurance and gas, I wish it got better mpg. I believe it's around 15. Compared to a Toyota Tacoma, Nissan truck or S10, the cab in large. I love when its below zero and it starts right up when the preppy kids cars won't start. I've got 31x10.5 BFG All Terrains on it and have gone up a couple mountains, mud trails and anything else. This truck will basically climb up a tree in 4-Lo. I've had it flexed out next to a Toyota and their tires were off the ground when mine had another foot to go before leaving. I with it had better acceleration. the Nissans and Toyotas with 4 bangers can leave me in the dust. I have duel exhaust on it and it sounds wicked decent for a V6. Awesome truck. If I were to buy another Dakota I would love a 2000-newer extended cab 4x4 V8.
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| This was an economical and reliable first truck that kept me out of trouble |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.9 V6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 125000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 137000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 21st October, 2005 |