1985 Dodge Ramcharger Royal SE Prospector review from North America
"Big, ugly and tough, like me"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The battery has been replaced three times.
The alternator was replaced once.
The power door locks and windows failed shortly after acquisition.
The air conditioning has never worked.
The driver's seat was not securely bolted to the floor.
The radiator has a pin-hole leak.
The front U-joint was replaced.
The tires have been replaced twice.
The door weather-stripping is worn and leaks.
General comments?
Actually, I really love this truck. It's old and beat-up, but it's a tank. The Ford Explorer that rammed me in the right side totaled it's front-end. I've got a dent in my right door! It's the most comfortable vehicle I've owned (I'm 6'4", 300 lbs), and has been relatively reliable. It's easy to fix when it does break down. Parts are very cheap and plentiful. I can do most repairs myself.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1985 |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 318 V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 90000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 180000 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda B2000 |
| Date of Entry | 29th May, 2002 |