1999 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT Laramie review from North America
"A sharp, gutless, poorly developed truck!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Lifter clatter constantly!!!
Shock supports loose on front twice!!
Dull knock in motor!!
Front end hard on tires!!!
Gutless!!
Transmission shifts irregular!!
Wind noise!!!
General comments?
I bought the Dodge to try something new, and it was nearly two grand cheaper than the Ford. I have never been so disappointed with a vehicle in my life other than a one ton Chevy I had three years ago. This truck is very sharp but I have checked others and the quality of the build is no where near that of Ford's. The doors shut better on the Ford, the hood shuts better, the noise level in the Ford is better, power from Ford tech is much better.
No more Dodges for me!!!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.2 V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 40 miles |
| Most recent distance | 17000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford F150 |
| Date of Entry | 9th June, 2000 |