Okay, why is it that they generally sell so cheap compared to chevy/ford? I am asking everyone, try not to be opinionated. Thanks, Tyler.

P.S. Ones like this:
http://columbiamo.craigslist.org/cto/1131898997.html

 

Chrysler vehicles are notorious for depreciating EVEN MORE than Ford or GM. Other than that I don't know, maybe its because of mechanical issues..?

 

That's what i've been hearing, that and poor fuel economy, but idk.

 

I am in the business and the 2 answers hit the nail on the head. Dodge got a very bad rap for mechanical issues and alot of replacement parts having to be purchased through the dealer (which they get top dollar for). Also the fuel economy is worse in comparison. The Cummins diesel still bring strong money, but the gas trucks have taken a hit. Not that they are bad trucks, they are just a bit harder on the wallet to keep on the road.

 

Thank you. I have been hearing stuff very similliar to this from quite a bit of people so there must be some truth to it lol. I guess I will just keep looking around more at fords and chevys, but if something were to pop up and it was something i couldnt pass up with a dodge then idk.. I just really like the body style of the rams. Besides that I could give to ****s less about them.

 

lol...you are right Extacie

 

As for fuel economy? Well, I've got a 93 Ram D150 w/ 318 and a tranny in dire need of rebuilding (Through my own fault for not changing the fluid before a 2 day 1600 mile trip)...
But even with the tranny being the way it is, she still gets better milage than my step dad's 94 F150. About the same size engine, 3+OD auto transmissions, 2 wheel drive....

He's a Ford man through and through, until he rides in my Ram.

The point being, I'm not sure fuel milage really has anything to do with it other than the /perceived/ differances. As far as mechanical issues... I'm finding it more difficult to find a replacement tranny for my mom's 98 Explorer. Well, one that's got a nice enough price tag on it, I can get a rebuilt trans for my Ram for half of what I'd get a rebuilt one for the Explorer for. But then, I've not priced out any "new" transmissions.

I honestly think it's just because us Dodge guys don't really make a lot of fuss about our trucks. If we've got to sell one, it's hard on the heart and we'd rather just get the whole thing done and over with. Ford and GM guys, they want more money, and other Ford and GM guys will pay that money for em. It's like going to get a soda at the Cinema, $4.50 for the same thing I can get at the gas station for $1. That's my two cents on the whole thing.
Now, go read my new post that I'm about to make.

 

Does anybody out there know of a decent dodge forum that covers gassers? Prefferably one without a yearly fee? Ive already refferred to the previous thread, but it didnt help much.