Hi....new to forum...looking for any watch-outs/input for considering purchasing this used Dakota Laramie (IMAGE BELOW).....Seller OK ok with me taking to dealer for look-over.....any additonial areas to make sure Dodge dealer looks at??. Any feedback greatly appreciated.....THX
Make:RAMModelakotaYear:2011Trim:Laramie Crew Cab 4WDMileage:83,756 miVIN:1D7RW3GK5BS513921Stock number:12616

 

Have 'em do a 'used car inspection. That is rather thorough.

 

Front ends are weak points. Struts, sway bar end links. Check those.

 

That low hanging front bumper fascia would concern me a little bit. But a thorough inspection definitely needs to be done, dealer will hopefully handle that.

Nicely equipped with: V6, 4wd, tow hooks, skid plates, tow package, 3.92 gears, Anti spin rear, 4 wheel ABS.

 

some things about the truck don't look right to be what it is listed as being...

Mirrors are wrong for having a tow package...should be folding 6x9"
Front grill should be chrome for a Laramie...and the wheels should be 18" chrome clad wheels.

Definitely check out the front end, brake lines (metal rusts sometimes), check radiator, check transmission function, transfer case, etc

 

Not sure why it says Laramie up top, it's listed as an SXT on the website, which is actually an SLT. So it's definitely NOT a Laramie trim. VIN comes back as an SLT, with an August build, the last month of production of the Dakota.

It doesn't have the Tow Package after all, hence no 6x9 mirrors, and no 7 pin wiring connection either..

VIN 1D7RW3GK5BS513921
Vehicle Description 2011 DODGE DAKOTA SLT CREW CAB 4X4

 

Makes more sense. But, definitely get a detailed check before buying.