Truck of the Year for 1999: The Dodge Ram 3500 Base
There have been several award-winning trucks from Dodge over the years, including the Dodge Ram 3500 of 1999. There are one trim levels to the Ram 3500, including Base. The Base version is one of the more popular options, outselling other configurations. Like in 1998 the popular 5.9 liter Magnum HD has made this a popular choice for extended cab pickup buyers across the country.
Dodge Ram 3500 Engine Specs
Standard equipment in the Ram 3500 for 1998 and 1999 includes the 5.9 liter engine by Chrysler, weighing in at 8 cylinders and sixteen valves. A 5-speed Standard Transmission puts the power of the Magnum HD engine to the pavement. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Extended Cab Pickup arena.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The Ram 3500 comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 2-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. The truck uses coil front springs and leaf in the rear.
The 1999 Ram 3500's exceptional fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected multi-port fuel injection style of design. The fuel capacity of the truck is 35.00 gallons.
Vehicle Statistics
The Ram 3500 is 244.10 inches long, 93.50 inches wide, and 72.80 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 154.70 inches. It is able to seat 6 comfortably.
The standard warranty period for the Ram 3500 is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 36 months or 36,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the extended cab pickup market.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $24,595 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $21,441. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Extended Cab Pickup.
MPG Ratings
The 1999 Ram 3500 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is subpar for a extended cab pickup truck.
In 1998 and 1999 the Ram 3500 Base was availble in the exterior colors of Black Clear Coat, Bright White Clear Coat, Deep Amethyst Pearl Coat, Flame Red Clear Coat, Intense Blue Pearl Coat, Light Driftwood Satin Glow, and Solar Yellow Clear Coat.
We Think...
The 1999 model year was telling year for the Dodge Ram 3500. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.
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Tags: 4-Door, Base, Dodge Ram 3500, Extended Cab Pickup, United States market
