Helpful Information About Shopping for a Dodge Ram 1500
The Dodge Ram 1500 was first introduced by Chrysler in 1981, and multiple models of the truck, including the 1998, 2000, 2001, and 2003 Dodge Ram 1500s for sale, have won awards for performance and design. They include "Motor Trend" magazine's Truck of the Year award across multiple generations of the vehicle. A used Dodge Ram 1500 you purchase on eBay can function as both a daily driver and a utility vehicle.
What engine sizes are available?The Dodge Ram 1500 has been made in multiple versions since its inception. The different models vary when it comes to engine size. Larger engines pack more power when it comes to torque and top speed. They are also more taxing when it comes to fuel economy. The following engine size options, measured in liters, can be found in a used Dodge Ram. See the manufacturer site for details.
- 3.9-liter - This the smallest engine size in a Dodge Ram, often found in a Dodge Ram ST.
- 4.9-liter - This engine size is commonly found in the Dodge Ram SLT.
- 5.9-liter - A mid-sized engine found in Ram 1500s with crew cabs, like the Tradesman and Laramie models.
- 7.0-liter - The largest engine available in a Dodge Ram, usually found in a Dodge Ram SRT 10 for sale.
The Dodge Ram SRT10 for sale was discontinued by the company in 2006. It is the largest Ram 1500 that the manufacturer has made to date, designed with a quad cab design with the V10 engine of a Dodge Viper. These are some other features found on a Ram SRT10 for sale:
- Seating - Thanks to the QuadCab, the 2005 and 2006 versions of the truck can seat five people comfortably.
- Rear wheel drive - The rear wheel drive power compensates for the added weight of the extended cab, keeping the performance standards close to those of smaller Dodge Ram models.
- Automatic transmission - The towing capacity of a Ram SRT 10 for sale is high with the gear accuracy in the 4-speed automatic transmission.
The Dodge Ram is produced in a variety of colors. Some models on eBay have been repainted from their original color, but most still have their factory paint jobs. The following hues can be found in a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 for sale on eBay:
- Blue
- Red
- Black
- Silver
- Gray