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1997 Dodge Dakota Sport Extended Cab Pickup 2-door 3.9l on 2040-cars

Year:1997 Mileage:199638 Color: Red /
 Gray
Location:

Austin, Texas, United States

Austin, Texas, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Engine:3.9L 3906CC 239Cu. In. V6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
Body Type:Extended Cab Pickup
For Sale By:Private Seller
Fuel Type:GAS
VIN: 1b7gl23x2vs205308 Year: 1997
Mileage: 199,638
Make: Dodge
Exterior Color: Red
Model: Dakota
Interior Color: Gray
Trim: Sport Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: RWD
Number of Cylinders: 6
Options: Cassette Player
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

Here is what you get:
-1997 Dodge Dakaota sport V6 with Extended Cab and matching red camper shell!

Here are some good things about the truck:
-Engine runs good
-I bought this from a Dodge dealership used in 2000, and have always done oil changes on time.
-It just had a fresh oil change a couple of weeks ago and have been using the upgraded high mileage oil for a while.
-I am the second owner, although the title was changed to my Mom's name so technically she owns it now. (Title free, clear, and on hand)
-Has a nice matching red camper shell (see photo) that cost 1k$ new in 2000. Camper has brake light and interior light
-6 seat belts for passengers (3 in front, 3 in back)
-Non smoking
-Interior is decent for car of this age  (see photo)
-Nice bench in back  (see photo) w 2 cupholders (also 2 more cupholders in front)....storage compartments underneath rear bench
-Tires are good and fairly new (see photo)
-Brand new Registration and Inspection stickers  (see photo)
-Kenwood tape player, though I mainly use the radio (there once was a cd changer installed on floor behind middle console) (see photo)
-Good battery and terminals
-Honest Seller with clean driving record

Here are all of the not so good things that I am aware of:
-Overdrive makes a noise when engaged (I've been disengaging it with the "O/D off" button so that I can drive around town when I have errands that require the truck)
-Paint is old and chipping (especially on hood) (see photo) 
-Very small dent on passengers side front fender that has some rust (see photo)...There are other various small scratches, and maybe a few small dings (nothing you wouldn't expect out of a used truck of this age).  
-A/C condenser is leaking I believe, so won't hold free-on. Also, there is a small amount of black foam material in the a/c vents that came loose.
-Glove Box latch is broken and won't open w/o screwdriver...Other than that, dashboard in good shape  (see photo)
-Little plastic cosmetic piece on driver door is missing  (see photo) 
-The front end makes a little noise when going over a speed bumps...probably just needs some newer shocks in front...
-Driver visor is splitting at seam a little...does not affect functionality...(see photo)
-Ceiling fabric has fallen a little (see photo)
-Camper shell needs to have lights hooked back up (probably a simple repair you could do yourself for a couple of bucks)
-Camper shell needs to be reset so it will lock properly...

Here is a list of a few repairs that have been made over the years:
-Transmission rebuilt in 2002 or 2003
-Water pump replaced around 2005
-Radiator replaced around 2005

Basically, many of these things can usually be expected on trucks these age, but I wanted to be completely transparent about what you are getting. This has been my main source of transportation for 14 years with mostly local driving in Austin area. I would expect this truck to keep running for quite a while if taken care of. That said, there is no warranty expressed or implied and this truck is sold "as is", so bid accordingly.

Here are my terms:
-100$ deposit required though paypal within 24 hours auction end. 
-Balance can be paid with Paypal within 48 hours auction end, or cash in person at a Tax Office in Austin TX within 3 days auction end.
-We will meet at a tax office in Austin, TX during business hours to complete transaction, and all necessary paperwork within three business days of auction end.

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