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Old May 4, 2011 | 12:24 PM
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Hi everyone, i am new to the forum. My name is Chris. I am thinking about getting a new truck today or tomorrow. I found a 2007 Ram 2500 4x4 5.9 turbo diesel. I can get it out the door for 20,100.00 and it is VERY clean. I would jump on it in a sec. but my only problem is the miles. It has 94,600 miles.

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Old May 4, 2011 | 01:27 PM
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2007 CTD is a good year and a good truck.

94k on a diesel engine is nothing.

If it were 94k on a gasser then i would caution some concern.

Keep in mind though, dealers use "cleaning" a ride for two things. One is a selling point and the other is to hide small things. So go over it with a fine proof comb
 
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Old May 4, 2011 | 01:40 PM
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i work at a dealer. This truck was just traded in yesterday and it looks like the guy had it detailed before so he could get the best price for it. I know what to look for as far as paint and frame damage but i dont know anything about diesel and how long they can run for. no leaks that i can see. he may have towed with it, there is a factor exhaust brake installed
 
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Old May 4, 2011 | 01:59 PM
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Welcome to Dodge Forum!! Enjoy the site!!

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Old May 4, 2011 | 02:06 PM
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Welcome to the site,
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Old May 4, 2011 | 02:44 PM
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thanks guys

ok so i got the truck. I like it a lot and it doesn't seem to have any other problems other than the shifter.
 

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