Customer Reviews of the 2005 Ram 3500
Introduction
The 2005 Ram 3500 is manufactured in MEXICO for Dodge. It is Dodge's entry into the CREW CAB PICKUP 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $33,900 USD in 2005.
Ram 3500 Dimensions
In 2005 the Ram 3500 has an overall length of 249.70 inches and a width of 96.00 inches. It sits a total of 75.10 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 7.60 inches. Front headroom is 40.80 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Ram 3500 a turning radius of 50.30 inches. It uses 235/80R17 tires with a wheelbase of 160.50 inches.
Drivetrain
The Ram 3500 comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive or 6-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 6378 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The 2005 Ram 3500's 5.9L L6 OHV 24V TURBO DIESEL engine has been rated at miles/gallon city and miles/gallon highway out of a 35.00 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Alternative Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The Ram 3500 retails for $33,900 USD with a invoice price of $29,834 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $900 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Installed equipment includes Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag. Leading optional equipment includes Limited Slip Differential, Side Head Curtain Airbag, Remote Ignition, Genuine Wood Trim, Cargo Area Tiedowns.
Exterior color choices include Atlantic Blue Pearlcoat, Atlantic Blue/Bright Silver Metallic, Black, Black/Bright Silver Metallic, Bright Silver Metallic, Bright White, Bright White/Bright Silver Metallic, Deep Molten Red, Deep Molten Red/Bright Silver Metallic, Flame Red, Flame Red/Bright Silver Metallic, Light Almond Pearl Metallic, Mineral Gray Metallic, Mineral Gray Metallic/Bright Silver Metallic, Patriot Blue Pearlcoat, Patriot Blue Pearlcoat/Bright Silver Metallic, Solar Yellow with interior choices of Dark Slate Gray Leather Interior, Taupe Leather Interior. The Ram 3500 seats 6 people with 41.00 inches front leg room.
Dodge Warranty
The normal warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also has a 84 month/70,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's critical to contact your dealer to verify all warranties.
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