For Sale: 1998 Dodge Dakota in Morgantown, Pennsylvania

1998 Dodge Dakota Pickup

Sales brochures at dealerships touted the RAM toughness, load handling longevity/long haul durability, and reading their copy, one would think these trucks would be around forever. And alas some still are!

For consignment, a Dodge Dakota in standard cab format with a 3.9 Liter V6 engine mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission. Let's call this a budget friendly sport truck capable of generating plenty of thrills without emptying your savings account. A full on adjustable air ride suspension, billet Centerline Galaxy wheel, and not cut up as most mini-trucks usually are, you could even drive thisraspberry dreamsicle daily if you so chose. A Dakota is the only truck that truly drives like a sports car. This is largely due to its smaller size, as a full-size pickup is simply too large to experience a similar feel.

Due to modifications of the emissions control devices installed by the manufacturer, please check your local, state, and federal laws to determine if this vehicle is applicable for use on public highways in your area.*

Exterior
A raspberry in the wild if you will, and then some, we are graced with this Dakota in our presence. Originally finished in DX8 black, a raspberry wrap has been installed on all panels save for the roof. Our consignor notes this color as Furious Fuchsia, but I can assure you the color is a few shades off. This is not just your run of the mill truck either, as it has a custom mesh Street Scene grille installed and with its Freightliner front end, a cowl induction style scooped hood is flanked by large front quarters and a big R/T style Street Scene bumper below, giving it plenty of bulk. Lightly smoked glass for the cab with black trimmings and a factory painted black roof provides some contrast. On the back, a simple black bed shows well with only minor scars from usage and holds the pump and compressor for the infinitelyadjustable air ride. The rear bumper has been shaved for a cleaner look, and Euro style tail lights have been added. The tailgate has also been shaved of it's handle, and it can be actuated from the interior. 17-inch Billet Centerline Galaxy wheels are all around and wrapped in like new rubber.

Interior
Clean gray cloth covers the buckets and some of the door panels. An original dash is up front, and a leather wrapped steering wheel is in front of the dash with a Ram branded airbag in the center. Door panels are mostly clean, and we see manual windows and locks. Filling out the dash are the factory instruments along with the dials for the heater and working AC along with an aftermarket JVC AM/FM/CD stereo. Clean gray carpet is reserved for the floors and a fuzzy gray headliner with a working courtesy light is above. 3 toggles are mounted down low on the driver's side of the dash and control the power to the air compressor and one each for the front and rear adjustable air height control.

Drivetrain
3.9 liters of power is under the hood and this produces 175hp. Electronic fuel injection with a cold air intake is on top, and a 4-speed automatic, (46RE), is on back. 3.55 Positraction gears are reserved for the rear axle. All is in excellent mechanical condition.

Undercarriage
Peering underneath we see some surface rust on the usual suspects, but all solid and structurally sound. Power disc brakes are on front, and power drums for the rear, and a Flowmaster exhaust sans the catalytic converter is now installed. Providing the ride is an independent front suspension with air bags and DJM control arms, and in the rear are leaf springs, lowering blocks, and air bags.

Drive-Ability
A quick starter, this truck really does handle like a sports car. It's lower to the ground than the standard offerings in the pickup genre, and it helps a lot. Good smooth acceleration and shifting, and a nice quiet comfortable cruise at highway speed. All functions were working just perfectly.

A beautiful raspberry magenta wrap on an uncut example with some Street Scene add ons to add even more to its already sporty looks. Couple in straight steel, a clean interior and being fully functional and you cannot go wrong. A hauler that is also a perfect throwback to the mini-truck craze of the late 90's and early 2000's that definitely will open some admiring eyes!

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1-USA
B-Dodge
7-Truck
F-4001 Thru 5000 GVWR
L-Dakota 4x2
2-Low Price Class
6-Regular Cab
X-3.9 Liter V6 EFI
6-Check Digit
W-1998
S-Warren, MI Assy Plant
698967-Sequential Unit Number

Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 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.