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“R/t Poer”

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Justin179 recommends this car
10/10/2008
Reviewing: 2001 Used Dodge Dakota 2 Dr Sport Extended Cab SB

lets start by saying that is not a Dakota 'sport' rather it is a R/T with a 5.9 liter V8. this thing hauls some serious ass and i love it. rear wheel drive with a 3.92 rear gears in a Chrysler 12 bolt LSD. nothing has broken on this car and the magnum motor is a bombproof torque monster. god bless America. not only can i beat the hell out of a ricer, but i can then tow a boat to the lake. only in America....

Pros — power and lots of low end torque
Cons — performance parts are about 30% more expensive than for a SBC or SBF
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“Great Beginner's Truck!”

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Courtney324 recommends this car
08/19/2008
Reviewing: 2001 Used Dodge Dakota 4 Dr SLT Crew Cab SB

The truck didn't have very good acceleration, but I think there was something wrong with the engine.  It reminded me of a little bug how it was shaped.  It was maroon so very pretty.  On average, 18 mpg and I have only had to replace rotors and calipers because I jumped a hill hard.  This truck isn't exactly fun, but its efficient.

Pros — Very roomy, heater like an oven, great sound, handles winter conditions decent.
Cons — Small truck, no engine power.
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“2001 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab 4x4 Slt”

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Aaron2981 recommends this car
07/27/2008
Reviewing: 2001 Used Dodge Dakota 4 Dr SLT 4WD Crew Cab SB

The truck has decent power, a very good ride for a
pickup, and impressive interior quality for a
Chrysler product and year. It will tow just about
anything you can hook to it, but that sends the fuel
level needle down pretty quickly. The gas mileage
isn't bad for a pickup--about 16 around town and
lower 20s on the highway. Maintenance is easy. It's
capable as a true work truck or hauling around 5 or
6 people. I would readily buy another. The 4.7L V8
is smooth and refined with good power.

Pros — Ride, handling, power, reliability, interior fit-and-finish, capability, value
Cons — Blind spot due to size of A-pillar
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“@001 Dodge Dakota Ext Cab 4x4”

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Jake90 recommends this car
07/27/2008
Reviewing: 2001 Used Dodge Dakota 2 Dr SLT 4WD Extended Cab SB

I love my truck.  Acceleration is no problem.  It's got speed when you want it and tourque when you need it.  It stops on a dime and handles like a car.  I have always liked the Dodge pick-up body style from this era.  The only downside is with the cost of gas the truck isnt very efficient but i knew that when I bought it.

Pros — Looks, performance
Cons — gas mileage
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“Dodge”

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Jonathan3540 recommends this car
07/16/2008
Reviewing: 2001 Used Dodge Dakota 4 Dr SLT Crew Cab SB

large dent down whole passenger side, and if u move the steering wheel down it shuts of the radio other than that i love it runs and dirives great Its got the 4.7 v8 easy to spin tires drives good sucks up gas have not gone top speepd and do not plan to

Pros — horsepower all options
Cons — dent down whole passenger side
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“Its A Great Little Truck.”

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Timothy644 recommends this car
06/19/2008
Reviewing: 2001 Used Dodge Dakota 2 Dr Sport Standard Cab SB

Its 2WD with a V6 and a manual tranny. I swapped in a 9 1/4 rear axle last year into it to have the larger brakes and more strength. It gets great gas mileage, has plenty of power, and is great at hualing items.

Pros — good gas mileage, small yet stronge for its size
Cons — the V6 is not a V8
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“2001 Dodge Dakota”

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Ted240 recommends this car
06/12/2008
Reviewing: 2001 Used Dodge Dakota 2 Dr SLT Extended Cab SB

Lets see, what I like is that it has been very dependable. Looks sharp. I get about 18 to 20 mpg. Not bad for a truck...the V-6 is a little under powered. The crew cab has a full bench back seat. Ford and Chevy's small trucks didn't have.

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“Kota”

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Nicholas1173 recommends this car
06/11/2008
Reviewing: 2001 Used Dodge Dakota 2 Dr SLT Extended Cab SB

fast 2wd, lifted, 4.7l, solid 45rfe with shiftkit, great on gas for an eight banger

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“Good Truck, Built For Hauling Smaller Loads”

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Nate495 recommends this car
04/12/2008
Reviewing: 2001 Used Dodge Dakota 2 Dr SLT Standard Cab SB

big fan, especially since my dad got the stick shift option.  fun to drive, peeling out is really easy in it

Pros — stick shift
Cons — rear-wheel drive makes it difficult for unexperienced drivers in the hills of pennsylvania in the sinter
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“Nice Little Truck”

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Richard2588 recommends this car
04/03/2008
Reviewing: 2001 Used Dodge Dakota 2 Dr Sport Standard Cab SB

Great truck to own.

Pros — easy on gas
Cons — 2 wheel drive
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