Vehicle Description
1986 Dodge D150 Pickup
The first-generation Ram trucks and vans, introduced in October
1980 feature a Ram hood ornament first used on Dodge vehicles from
1932 to 1954. Not all of the first-generation trucks have this
ornament and is most commonly seen on 4x4 models. Dodge kept the
previous generation's model designations: D or Ram indicate 2wd
while W or Power Ram indicate 4x4. Dodge used 150 to indicate a
half-ton truck, 250 for a three-quarter-ton truck, and 350 for a
one-ton truck.
For consignment, a two-owner truck, purchased new by our consignors
friend and having lived a mostly charmed life, is now waiting for
you in our South Mallway. Used as a daily driver for its 1st year
of service and only seeing snow once due to a freak storm when the
owner was at work. Carefully stored in a garage for all but 6
months of its life and retired from daily driver duty after 1 year
due to an accumulation of miles, this truck was primarily then used
to pull a trailer during the warm months. With the increasing
popularity of trucks in today's market this one is sure not to
last.
Exterior
Bathed in deep Black painted steel panels which are very straight
and have well minded gaps and seams. This is seen on the upper and
lower parts of the truck along with the added cargo cap and was
repainted in the 1990's. In the middle silver is looking good and
shiny, especially since it is mostly the original paint with the
exception of a touchup on the left side of the bed when the truck
was only a couple of years old. No rust within miles of this truck,
and all trimmings are very shiny and straight with nary even the
beginnings of any dimpling or fading. The front grille with a
single headlight on either side uses square and rectangle design,
the standard of the 80's and early 90's. Simplified, yet
sophisticated, the grille is well preserved, as is the bumper
below. In the mid-section of the fenders, doors and bed is a trim
piece which is a wide black plastic textured bar, with thin chrome
bands on either side. These trims line up near perfectly when you
eye the sides from front to rear. The doors are straight and close
with a quality thud, and sport large chrome mirrors on either side.
The long 8-foot bed is wonderfully straight on the sides, has more
of that black and chrome molding, a wheel well surrounded by bling.
The bed is lined with a tuff textured plastic liner and this shows
up on the gate as well and a body color matching cargo topper has
been added. The rear exterior of the gate is looking like new as is
the diamond plate pattern chromed bumper below. Standard 15-inch
wheels are wrapped in black wall rubber and look just fab
Interior
Red broadcloth in a checkered pattern is seen on the bench which is
nearly new with just a touch of wear on the driver's lower side and
stretching the width of the cab. The edges have red bolsters which
are smooth vinyl. The original Pentastar emblazoned steering wheel
is fronting the dash, which is all original design, has wood
applique panels and a trio of gauges. Power windows are added to
the nice door panels and are seen in red molded plastic with a
woodgrain applique. A/C has been factory installed, and nice red
carpet floods the floors and looks like it just drove off the
showroom floor. An AM/FM/Cassette/CD player with digital readout
and a toggle to control the balance and treble is neatly within the
dash as well and is a replacement for the original AM/FM/Cassette
player.
Drivetrain
Within the tan painted engine bay is more candy in 318ci V8 form
with a 2bbl carburetor on top feeding it. Strapped to the back of
this original mill is an A904 3-speed Torqueflite automatic
transmission, and an 8-1/4 rear. All looking good with just minor
dust and patina.
Undercarriage
All buttoned up underneath with a solid frame and floors.
Independent front suspension with coil springs is upfront, and on
back are tough leaf springs with certainly no rust. Rockers are all
solid and dual exhaust sends spent fossils safely away from the
passengers. Power front disc brakes and drum rears are noted along
with power steering. We also see a Safe Pull hitch assembly for
hauling those tag behind loads.
Drive-Ability
This truck is clean and fired right up. It was off to the test
track where it handled very nicely, and came to a straight stop,
quickly. A real hauler with serious power, solid acceleration and
smooth cruise at highway speed with little effort. A smooth ride
for a truck as well. Even the A/C blew cold, and all else is near
perfection.
With only a few faults found on this truck you'll have to look far
and wide to find another one in as good of condition. Real straight
body panels, a clean bed, snappy trimmings and a wide stripe, along
with the bed liner, and mostly original paint. A popular year for
the design all led by a big ram hood ornament living up to built
RAM tough!
VIN DECODE
1B7HD14T2GS099596
1-USA
B-Dodge
7-Truck
H-6001 Thru 7000 GVWR
D-2 Wheel Drive
1-1/2 Ton
4-Standard Cab
T-5.2L V8 2bbl
G-Check Digit
K-1986
S-Warren, MI Assy Plant
099596-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 650 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.
