4 out of 5 stars by Buddy from Alexandria, VA on Mon Jul 09 2007 Dakota quad cab sport V6 2 wheel drive. Great street truck and part runner, I have tracked my gas mileage (I live in a suburb of DC) and I get 15-18 miles per gallon.
Not alot of icing, just a solid, good looking simple truck. Best looking truck I've ever seen, big enough for my needs, small enough to be practical though sometimes it gets tight in the city. If I had to get a new truck, it would be a Dakota Quad Cab V8 only because the V6 lacks some power with the heavy quad cab. Never had any problems mechanically, I'm at 90,000 miles. 5 out of 5 stars by Bencar from New Jersey on Wed Nov 02 2011 Overall I like this Truck, and it rides very well, at times making me almost forget that I'm driving a Pickup Truck, not a car.
The styling of this vehicle was very well though out, giving a big Truck appearance, and pleasing lines. Everything in the Interior well placed, Radio controls, HVAC controls, Lights, etc. The 4-Dr I have can comfortably seat 5-6 adults, and we joke about how people who ride in my Truck seem not to want to get out, since they are so comfortable. The 6ft Bed works out amazingly well, holding whatever I've needed to put back there. My only complaints, are the V-6 is a bit lacking in the off-the-line acceleration department, and it would appear that undercarriage rust inhibition hasn't gotten any better than when my 1960 Plymouth was built, maybe even a bit worse. Shortly after having gotten my Dakota, I had to spend about 20 hours under it, treating numerous areas where corrosion had begin to take hold, and doing so made me wonder what was the improvement in anti-corrosion technology Chrysler, and other manufacturers boast about.
At the same age (ten years old), my 1960 Plymouth had far less corrosion of any kind on the undercarriage than my 2002 Dakota had when I first got it. My hope is that no major mechanical failures occur, and I can keep my Dakota for at least another ten years.
4 out of 5 stars by Scott Carter from Huntersville, NC on Wed Feb 14 2007 The 2WD Quad Cab Sport I have has been extremely reliable. The only gripe I have is the factory air filter box and plumbing to the intake. That is just a bad design, which I eliminated by installing a K&N kit. I am getting ready to replace the front brakes for the first time at 104,500 miles after 4 and 1/2 years. Rear brakes are still in great shape. The 4.7L V-8 has good power and decent fuel economy.
The original Goodyear Eagle LS tires were horrible, being that two blew out the side walls. Thankfully both instances involved rear tires. But that isn't Dodge's issue. 4 out of 5 stars by Dakota John from Evergreen, CO on Wed Nov 01 2017 I had this truck for 4 years with 84k on the odometer and put 26k miles on it.
Transmissions are five- or six-speed manual and four- or five-speed automatic with overdrive. Models covered by this manual are powered by a 2,5L, 2.8L or 3.0L six-cylinder DOHC engine, equipped with computer-controlled ignition and fuel delivery system with electronic fuel injection (EFI) system. General information contained in this manual can also be applied to xi models. 2006 bmw x5 radio manual. Models covered include: 323i, 323ci 325i, 325Ci, 325it 328i, 328ci 330i, 330ci Z4. CHILTON (Owned And Published By Haynes) BMW 3 SERIES & Z4 E46 SERVICE AND REPAIR MANUAL BRAND NEW This repair and service manual covers 1999-2005 BMW 3-Series (E46 chassis) and Z4.
Bought for peanuts, $2800 and sold it $2500. I did keep it up with regular oil changes, tranny, brake, cooling, fluid changes, and new brakes. It was a 4th vehicle so it sat outside however it always started.
I had the 3.9 with an automatic. Nothing breathtaking about the truck but it did exactly what I need to do, haul stuff from point A to point B.
MPG was 15-16 in town, 19-20 on the road (YMMV) Thought enough of the truck to buy the new body style Dakota with some creature comforts to replace it. 4 out of 5 stars by Chris from Peyton, Co on Mon Nov 27 2017 all aspects of the car were very comfortable, from the seats and suspension to the radio and the gauge cluster. I ddi a lot of work on it as I got it used, and the parts were easy to work on. The v8 that I had, the 4.7 was reliable and fun with lots of power. The manual had a heavy clutch and was geared for power low not speed, but it was quick and consistently drive waaaay to fast with it.
Only problem I had was that it is meant for someone shorter than me, as I am 6'3 and had to slouch to see out the windshield, that wasn't ideal. If you are under 6'2, perfect truck, would absolutely buy one again, but would really look for the manual if possible. Lots of fun and useful on ice or off road. 4 out of 5 stars by classicrocker from Central California on Wed Aug 06 2008 a great truck! Not too small but not too big, its a better size than most other 'compact' trucks.
Its got some great power, as i regularly pull a close to 4,000-lb boat with it and it does great. The interior is nice, offering comforts such as a built-in door opener and a decent sound system. Handles wonderfully, especially for a truck. I found the box air cleaner dissatisfying so i replaced it with a k&n set, increasing HP and fuel efficiency. Sounds great with flowmasters, too! Overall, a great, neat mid-sized truck that stands up to rough duty and is reliable and comfortable to drive.
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The Dakota was a mid-sized pickup, larger than compacts like the Ford Ranger, but smaller than a full-sized truck. Four-, six-, and eight-cylinder engines were available in the first two generations, but only the thirsty V8s could be considered strong. The ride is jittery and unsettled.
It handled relatively well for its era, and available full-time 4WD was a plus. Model year 2000 brought a four-door Quad Cab model and a more modern V8.
The 2005 redesign offered only extended-cab versions. A 3.7L V6 was standard, but even the 4.7L V8 felt sluggish and drank fuel.
Further, the buoyant ride and unresponsive handling remained and ESC was not available. Average Retail Price Trade-in Price Reliability Verdict Owner Satisfaction View Local Inventory 2011 N/A N/A.
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Audi tt quattro convertible. The Dakota handles nimbly for a truck. Engine choices range from a 2.5-liter Four to a 5.9-liter V8. The 3.9-liter, 175-hp V6 we tested performs adequately, but it guzzles fuel like a V8. The optional automatic transmission shifts smoothly but not always promptly. The ride is jarring, especially with an empty bed. A crew-cab version dubbed Quad Cab is new for 2000; it has four full-sized doors and offers a powerful and refined 4.7-liter V8. Average Retail Price Trade-in Price Reliability Verdict Owner Satisfaction View Local Inventory 2004 $2,850 - $6,400 $565 - $3,600.
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Dodge is a well-known American brand of cars, sport utility vehicles and minivans. The company was founded in 1900, but didn’t begin producing cars until 1914. Up until then, they were a parts supplier to Detroit-based car makers. They have an extensive range of performance vehicles, as well as lower-priced variants of Chrysler-badged models.
Dodge is also a popular brand when it comes to pickup trucks. They are manufactured under the Ram brand, which is well-known for models like the 2500, the 3500 and the 5500. Dodge introduced a line called “Adult Toys” in the 1970s to help boost their truck sales, which included various customized versions of popular models. The purpose-built Ramcharger was manufactured in 1974 and features a powerful V8 engine. This model was redesigned in 1994 and followed this up with the Durango model in 1997. Dodge vehicles are sold throughout the world, including Europe, Canada and Brazil. At Haynes we have an extensive selection of Dodge repair manuals for various models.
1996 Dodge Dakota 4x4 V8
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