Looking at buying used..

TheGerman · May 28, 2014

Hello all!
I am thinking of buying a Ram 1500 with a hemi and I was wondering what issues are common with this gen?

My boss said do not get a dodge because of the transmission will fail because of Chrysler. I never heard of Rams eating transmissions. I mean possible yes, but I didn't see any issues with them.

Any years that are better? I will be doing light towing and light off roading.

Any advice is welcomed and general discussion...great... and go!

Mike

Ceace · May 28, 2014

Well, this is my first dodge, 2010 crew cab. I never listen to what others say about a vehicle. Buying used really involved you doing your homework and knowing what to look for. I've been told Ford is bad, but I have had my 2006 Ford Fusion for 8 years and have not had any mechanical problems with 210,000 on her. I have not had any trouble out of my Ram as of yet. Only issue you hear a lot of is the "Hemi tick" that is a nuisance to most. Besides that, I love my truck. I say go for it.

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hotkarl · May 28, 2014

Trannys are fine for 3rd gen and up.
Good solid trucks overall with inherent issues just like every other truck manufacturer out there.

hemihank · Jun 3, 2014

If someone beat the tar out of it, sure, the tranny could fail, but it would on any other vehicle as well. Solid trucks with solid drivetrains.

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