For Sale: 1994 Dodge Dakota in Newfield, New Jersey

Long before extended-cab midsize pickups became commonplace, Dodge offered buyers a truck that combined practical size, useful passenger space, and distinctly American styling in the Dakota Club Cab. This 1994 Dodge Dakota Club Cab Custom Pickup is a remarkably well-kept, one-owner example showing only 68,448 original miles since new. Loaded with options, accompanied by a clean CARFAX with recorded service history, and recently fitted with a Jasper replacement long block, it offers the unusual combination of originality, documented maintenance, and dependable everyday usability.

Power comes from Dodge's 3.9-liter V6 paired with an automatic transmission featuring push-button overdrive. This rear-wheel-drive Dakota runs and drives great, delivering the comfortable road manners and manageable proportions that helped make these trucks so popular when new. The most significant mechanical update occurred in July 2021 at 67,168 miles, when Dewey Dodge Jeep in Ankeny, Iowa replaced the engine with a Jasper long block under reference number 071278. With the truck now showing only 68,448 original miles, the replacement engine has accumulated approximately 1,300 miles since installation.

The engine replacement was part of an extensive round of documented service that addressed far more than the long block itself. The work included new spark plugs, a replacement thermostat, a water pump and gasket, an air filter, and an oil and filter change. The cooling system was flushed and refilled, while the brake fluid and transmission fluid were also serviced. The vehicle was inspected for engine, oil, and transmission fluid leaks, helping ensure the truck was properly sorted after the major mechanical work.

Additional service included front brake pads and rotors, rear brake components, rear wheel bearings or hubs, and further transmission fluid service. This level of documented maintenance is especially valuable on a nearly 70,000-mile pickup and demonstrates that the previous owner was willing to invest in keeping the truck dependable rather than simply addressing the minimum required repairs. The clean CARFAX provides a recorded history going back through the truck's life and complements its one-owner background.

This Dakota was ordered with an impressive selection of comfort and convenience equipment. Factory air conditioning has been converted to or equipped with R134a refrigerant and blows cold, making the truck comfortable during warm-weather driving. Power windows, power door locks, power mirrors, cruise control, and a tilt steering column add modern convenience, while the factory AM/FM/cassette radio remains in place. The automatic transmission's push-button overdrive makes highway cruising easy and relaxed.

The Club Cab interior provides additional space behind the front seats while maintaining the compact dimensions that make the Dakota so easy to drive. The cabin has been upgraded with leather seating by Designs West, giving it a more luxurious presentation than the typical midsize pickup of the period. The driver's seat shows minor wear consistent with use, but the interior remains attractive overall. Woodgrain dash panels add a custom touch, while the overhead console incorporates additional lighting and a period radar detector that reflects the truck's well-equipped, custom personality.

The exterior has been dressed with numerous popular accessories from the era, including a Lund sun visor, bodyside ground effects, chrome front and rear bumpers, chrome bed rails, and a Protecta bed liner. A Magnum Bug Shield provides another unmistakable 1990s styling cue. ARE wheels wrapped in 245/60R15 tires give the truck a wider, more planted stance. The tires retain excellent tread, although their older date codes should be considered before extended driving.

This Dakota shows great overall and has clearly benefited from careful ownership, but it is not represented as a flawless show truck. There are a few minor dents and exterior imperfections visible in the accompanying photographs, along with the previously noted wear on the driver's seat. These items are consistent with a carefully used and preserved pickup rather than a freshly restored example.

One-owner trucks with low original mileage, documented service histories, and this level of equipment are becoming increasingly difficult to find, particularly when they have remained clean and largely intact for more than three decades. With only 68,448 original miles, a Jasper replacement long block with approximately 1,300 miles of use, cold factory air conditioning, a clean CARFAX, and an extensive list of period options and accessories, this 1994 Dodge Dakota Club Cab Custom Pickup offers both nostalgic appeal and practical usability. It is a distinctive, well-maintained example that is ready for local shows, weekend drives, or regular enjoyment by its next owner.

South Jersey Classics is a 10,000-square-foot classic and specialty collector automobile dealer, featuring 50+ vehicles. This vehicle is located in our showroom in Newfield, NJ. Our Dealership is on US Route 40 just off New Jersey Route 55, Exit 39B heading towards Elmer, NJ; conveniently just 40 Minutes East of Philadelphia, 40 Minutes West from the Major New Jersey Shore Points, and 30 minutes North of the Delaware Memorial Bridge. Our Showroom is conveniently accessible from all major Southern New Jersey Roadways including New Jersey Turnpike, I-295, I-76, NJ Route 42, NJ Route 55, US Route 40, Atlantic City Expressway, and New Jersey Parkway. Our website is www.SJClassics.com and our phone number is (856) 521-0832. Don't hesitate to contact us anytime for more information or to come to see the vehicle in person. Please be sure to view all of our HD photos directly at our website www.SJClassics.com for the best viewing experience