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#21 of 393 manual tranny by goose1207 Aug 20, 2002 (11:12 am)
Will it be difficult for me to find the 4.7l V8 with the stick shift on dealer lots? Also, does anyone have the MOPAR aftermarket nav system installed in the 1500 quad cab? Thanks.
#22 of 393 man tran by inukeu2 Aug 20, 2002 (6:13 pm)
goose,   You'll be hard pressed to find a manual on the dealer lot unless someone ducked out on a special order. I had to order mine but it was a painless process that allowed me to get EVERY option that I wanted.
#23 of 393 man tran by goose1207 Aug 21, 2002 (6:40 am)
INUKEU2/Everyone: Do the dealers not discount as much when you order the vehicle as opposed to picking one off the lot? Also, have you driven the automatic? How does it compare to the 5spd?
#24 of 393 off the lot by inukeu2 Aug 21, 2002 (4:27 pm)
goose,   I can tell that you have thought about this a lot. I offered 2% over the kbb invoice BEFORE the rebates and got the price without any haggling. This was in mid January after the initial shock of the mayor was over. I wish I had gone lower than that. The dealership was eager to sell, and I said nothing about the dealer holdback which they gladly pocketed. They even went so far as to give me the loyalty discount to offset the advertising fee and I'd never owned a dodge before. The fact was that they wanted wanted to make $500 and I wasn't about to drive any of the loaded trucks they had on the lot. To answer your second question I did drive the automatic and it is smoooooth. It had plenty of power for the casual around town driver, but it ran out of wind when really pushed. I think I could still respect anyone for driving the auto but only if they ordered the 3.92 rear end. You'll need the torque to turn those big tires. Whatever you decide it's a great buy. You'll be happy no matter what but I knew that I would be happier with everything that I ordered. Good Luck.
#25 of 393 Looking to Buy QC 1500 4.7L 4X2 by jimpat65 Aug 23, 2002 (8:14 am)
I have been pre approved for a loan for 24K and am hoping to find a dealer that I can get a QC 1500 4.7L that is not fully loaded, but has some of the nice upgrades. I have researched the invoices on various dealer sites and it looks like the truck I want has an MSRP of $30K. My hope is that with the 2K rebate and $1-$2 back for my trade I should be able to fit within my limit.   Does that sound right to this group? I have built this on Edmunds and it appears I am close.   Also, if anyone has purchased a sheel for the back of one of these who much do they cost?   Thanks, Jim
#26 of 393 Just Got my QC by jimpat65 Aug 24, 2002 (4:40 pm)
Well, I just got back from the dealer and brought home my new truck. I think I got a good deal, but am sure I could have done better if I pushed. I read a lot on the negotiations board and tried to use some of the advice to get a fair price that I could live with. I think I did.   2002 QC 1500 4X2 140" WB Bright White Exterior Navy Blue Interior 4.7L V8 Premium cloth seats w/    8 way driver    60/40 rear    Flat load floor rear Customer preferred Pkg 24G Trailer Tow Group Two tone paint Anti Spin differential Sliding rear window Keyless Entry AM/FM/CASS/CD w/ Infinity Speakers Steering mounted radio controls 17 x 8 cast alum wheels Front Hood Shield   Sticker was $29,215 Minus Rebate $2000 Minus Trade In $1000   I got out the door for $24,500 including taxes, title, tags everything. That is $500 over my target, but my target was really for the price of the truck so I felt good to get the TTL also.   Jim
#27 of 393 1500 3.7 V6 Automatic by darthmayxj Sep 05, 2002 (9:28 pm)
1500 ST 3.7 V6 Automatic Cloth Seats. 19150 Sticker Talked down to 16000 BUT Had a 2002 Sunfire that was wrecked and repaired to trade.......Upside down 3000. Payed 19100 For Truck....
#28 of 393 Convince me to Buy a Ram 2500 by younger Sep 18, 2002 (9:55 am)
I think that I just need a little convincing. I currently have a '01 Silverado 5.3 L. I love the truck except when I am loaded down or pulling my camper, 3000 lbs dry. I was looking at a 2002 Ram 2500 Ext. Cab with the Cummins SLT. I sat in the truck and loved the set up, not too mention the truck looks great. I wouldn't let myself drive it yet, as I am still debating the over expense. I do commute approx 250 miles per week, and hall the camper approx. 10-12 per year. Any thoughts or advice would be appreciated. Thanks!   sy
#29 of 393 2003 SLT Quad Cab Short Bed by slick1ru2 Oct 05, 2002 (4:15 am)
Extra Options being Rear Sliding window and automatic tranny.   Std equipment includes Cruise, CD single with changer controls, 4.7l Engine.   Just a few bucks over $24,000 (includes $1000 rebate) sticker being $27595.   Added a receiver hitch for $150 installed and a bug deflector for $87.
#30 of 393 Ram 2500 QC by loncray Oct 07, 2002 (9:44 am)
To the gentleman thinking about the Ram to haul his camper - I just took delivery on my '03 2500 CTD HO QC - and I love it. It's got a ton of power and is the best-looking vehicle on the road. I don't think you'd have any problems hauling a 3000 pound camper (I presume you don't mean slide-in) - and you KNOW you're the best-looking thing out there!

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