Odds of finding specific 03-05 Ram 1500?
I used to own a 2002 Dodge Ram 1500. I unfortunately had to sell it when I lost my job so I could buy a commuter vehicle (traveling 40+ miles a day) for a new job opportunity. That Ram 1500 had a 5.9 Magnum, which was nice. I've always wanted a HEMI, though. I'm very picky with the vehicle I want at this point and don't want to spend money on something that isn't exactly what I want. Now that I'm in a financial situation where I can afford another truck again and don't drive far to work I'm finding it hard to find what I'm looking for and fear it may not be possible at this point since this specific model has been out for a while, not to mention Ram owners tend to keep their trucks.
I want an 03-05 that looks exactly like this (not a fan of the 06-08 facelift)...

Unfortunately, this one is a tan interior that looks extremely tacky.
Specs I'm looking for...
Patriot Blue
Charcoal/Black interior (doesn't matter if it's cloth or leather)
5.7 Hemi
Fog Lights
Running Boards
4x4
Chrome Side Body Moldings
20" Premium Wheels
Dual Exhaust (optional)
Chrome Grille (optional)
I've searched all over AutoTrader, Cars.com, Craigslist, etc. and can't find ANY like this for sale within 500 miles of where I live. Honestly, I don't even think I'd travel more than 250 miles to make a purchase. I did find one that was only 20 miles away that had EVERYTHING I wanted and of course the dealer owners son bought it.....
Does anyone have any suggestions of where I can look or how patient I should be? I would like to say goodbye to my Dodge Caliber R/T and hop back in a Ram.
Thanks.
I want an 03-05 that looks exactly like this (not a fan of the 06-08 facelift)...

Unfortunately, this one is a tan interior that looks extremely tacky.
Specs I'm looking for...
Patriot Blue
Charcoal/Black interior (doesn't matter if it's cloth or leather)
5.7 Hemi
Fog Lights
Running Boards
4x4
Chrome Side Body Moldings
20" Premium Wheels
Dual Exhaust (optional)
Chrome Grille (optional)
I've searched all over AutoTrader, Cars.com, Craigslist, etc. and can't find ANY like this for sale within 500 miles of where I live. Honestly, I don't even think I'd travel more than 250 miles to make a purchase. I did find one that was only 20 miles away that had EVERYTHING I wanted and of course the dealer owners son bought it.....
Does anyone have any suggestions of where I can look or how patient I should be? I would like to say goodbye to my Dodge Caliber R/T and hop back in a Ram.
Thanks.
Sorry guy, this is all I could find. I actually found the truck you did on my search, I thought I hit a home run for ya. They should take that off of truck trader. Good luck with your search.
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...27220394&Log=0
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...23916918&Log=0
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...18471728&Log=0
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...27910024&Log=0
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...25700489&Log=0
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...14642533&Log=0
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...27220394&Log=0
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...23916918&Log=0
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...18471728&Log=0
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...27910024&Log=0
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...25700489&Log=0
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...14642533&Log=0
Looks like every other truck out there....LOL
Dont get stuck on all those options your said though, most can be added by yourself after you get a truck.
The rims, exh, door spears, fog lights, rims and running boards all can be added separately to it
Dont get stuck on all those options your said though, most can be added by yourself after you get a truck.
The rims, exh, door spears, fog lights, rims and running boards all can be added separately to it
Thanks for the help guys!
Those trucks are nice but I'm definitely looking for the Patriot Blue.
I found this one...

It's out of state. I got a really good deal on it with a trade in + shipping, etc. The local dealership is part of this out of state dealer so they are shipping it here to the local one IF it doesn't sell today. I have the deposit on it. 77k miles. Laramie package. 4x4. I will be selling the tool box. Adding tonneau cover, dual exhaust, running boards. Any suggestions!?
Those trucks are nice but I'm definitely looking for the Patriot Blue.
I found this one...

It's out of state. I got a really good deal on it with a trade in + shipping, etc. The local dealership is part of this out of state dealer so they are shipping it here to the local one IF it doesn't sell today. I have the deposit on it. 77k miles. Laramie package. 4x4. I will be selling the tool box. Adding tonneau cover, dual exhaust, running boards. Any suggestions!?
Last edited by carrevan; Aug 19, 2012 at 03:51 PM.




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