The 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 is an older-style truck, but it is extremely reliable and good-looking. The purpose of this vehicle is to provide enough torque for towing while having enough horsepower to serve as a daily driver. It was designed to be a light work truck that can also be used every day. I bought this truck because I own another one that I have slowly built to look the way I want, and I am using this second truck for parts to continue building my main one. I found this truck for a very cheap price of only $300, and when I bought it, it ran and drove well. The closest competitors are Ford, Chevy, Nissan, and Toyota half-ton pickup trucks. In my opinion, Dodges look much better than their competitors and are just as reliable. I recommend this truck because the engine is very dependable, and the body is all metal, making it more durable. These trucks were designed to be workhorses, and it shows; they also have the power to keep up with highway traffic. I've never had any major issues with these trucks; I even wrecked my truck going 70 MPH, and I only had to replace the front end. These trucks are very, very durable and reliable. I rate this truck 4.5 stars out of 5.

Had a V6, good on gas, reliable, starts up in -40 weather just like summer, good for towing even with V6, not the best transmission, plant of cab space, not too many amenities, just less distractions, most mirrors became loose over time, constantly needed adjusting. Not bad for rust, good bed space, not the best for blind spots.

Only been used in fair weather only, it has never seen snow, salt , or rain since I've owned it....I keep it in top running condition and maintained always....No performance issues, and after purchased had three minor recalls that were handled by dealership at no cost to me. Overall is priced to sell ...just a dependable /beautiful condition truck.