Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Occasional user - 1999 Dodge Ram Van
  By Camper - September 22 - 4:20 pm

  Good hauling capacity, got the 6 way adjustible seats which are the cats pajamas, used mostly n the summer, fishtails on the slightest ice. Smooth riding for such a big vehicle. Would have liked the 3500 if I knew about the lower cargo capacity

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  This van is a workhorse - 2000 Dodge Ram Van
  By fuzzyfish80537 - October 16 - 1:32 am

  The only trouble I have ever had was the water pump going out at 120,000 miles which is not what I would call premature. Other than that Ive had to replace the heater blower motor resistor, the turn signal flasher, and the bulbs in the overhead brake light. Thats all. Not bad in my opinion. It now has 170,000 miles on it and is still in great shape (except for the paint peeling). Its a workhorse, having only failed on me when the water pump went out. Keep up on the regular maintenance and keep the fluids fresh and it will run forever. BTW, its a 1500 half ton with a 318 5.2 liter v8 loaded about 1000 pounds over gross weight that I put 3500 one ton springs on. I love my Dodge van!

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  Great work truck - 1997 Dodge Ram Van
  By Phone Man - March 6 - 6:03 am

  Just want to say this has been a good van for our company bought with around 100k currently has 232k still on original engine 5.9 with overdrive. Van hauls all our equipment well with room to spare, pulls trailer fair. Just been a good reliable rig.

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  A good mix of quality and quantity - 2000 Dodge Ram Van
  By our car - September 30 - 4:50 am

  Of all the extended van designs, we found this van has the best seat for a driver with a sensitive back. Rear seating isnt as comfortable. This is our 2nd Ram van. The 12 passenger configuration is great for rear cargo area. Transmission is in the Ram van vocabulary. We carry 12 passengers daily. If you have transmission trouble, save yourself some grief and buy a new transmission.

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  Some problems but - 1997 Dodge Ram Van
  By Msmary - July 18 - 10:00 am

  We purchased the van new in 1997. It had been a good running vehicle other than every 3-4 years we had to replace the water pump. Pump cost 100 buck putting it in was 400. We never had a brake job until 2007. Took it in and the brakes fell off in the guys hand. But with the van at almost 150,000 miles, we are having more problems. I have already put in over $1000 into it and now the transmission is going out. They (mech) told me the brakes are going bad again also. Ive also notice it getting a bad oil leak now. But for 13 years she served her purpose. Overall, it was a nice family vehicle. If I had to do it over again. Dodge...yes

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  Clifford, The Big Red Dodge - 1997 Dodge Ram Van
  By Mike - December 1 - 6:23 am

  To set the record straight I bought my 1997 Dodge B1500 from a private party for $300 when the vehicle is worth $2500. It is a conversion van made by Primetime and I fell in love with it as soon as I drove it, though it stalled from a dry gas tank and the serpentine belt snapped, I felt like I had to have it. It is reliable for it has a small block v-8 and my father and I were shocked to see it still running strong with the work it needed and how bad the oil in it was. I.E. in severe need of a tune up and brakes. It still needs a bit of work but it preforms great! Gas economy is good too: 17-21, no lie! It is my first car and I love it greatly!

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  Grand Caravan overall review - 1997 Dodge Ram Van
  By Phil Balyeat - April 17 - 2:00 am

  Just got new Michelein tires and paid $277 to stop a couple of little oil drips under van.Otherwise this has been a very reliable vehicle to drive.

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  Customized Dodge Ram Van 1500 - 1999 Dodge Ram Van
  By mikelebay - July 19 - 10:00 am

  Extended roof with T.V. and Video Player; Plush Captains Chairs (4); Mood lighting; fold down rear bench; However, chairs dont rotate :( Plenty of hauling room and comfort for passengers and CAPTAIN.

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  Great Van, but not a lot of power - 1998 Dodge Ram Van
  By Jeff - May 12 - 7:13 am

  I purchased a 1998 that was in almost brand new condition. Not a nick, ding, scratch or scuff on it. Paint was in perfect condition. The best part is it only had 38,000 miles on it. This baby was a beauty, and a total score of a deal! The only thing I am not happy with at all is the power. Dont ever expect to gun it; this thing has no guts. Mine is the conversion style, and it is very comfortable. Although the passengers seat does not go back very far and doesnt allow for big shoes. Last thing is, it has a bench seat in the back that converts into a bed, which is perfect for a teenager, but its not good for an average height male.