Have a 2004 Dakota. Bought used in 2007. Great little truck and handles like sports car. But man, talk about engine repairs. All engineering defects.
First it was head gaskets. Then the engine let go on me about 2 years ago.(4.7 V8) Full reman engine job.
Been running well since (crossed fingers). I’d say to anyone, stay the hell away from the earlier 4.7’s.
I think Dodge does make some of the better looking trucks though.
“I think Dodge does make some of the better looking trucks though.”
I guess that’s true if you are into ‘58 Buick “Styling.”
Have ‘08 Nitro RT that I bought new with 14 miles on it. Now 325,000. Been a great vehicle! (Pre-bailout)