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“Tuff Little Truck”

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Matthew4128 recommends this car
06/16/2008
Reviewing: 1997 Used Dodge Dakota 2 Dr SLT 4WD Extended Cab SB

This truck has done some pretty astonishing things.

Pros — powerful for as little as it is
Cons — gas milage
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“Love It”

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Gavin459 recommends this car
05/29/2008
Reviewing: 1997 Used Dodge Dakota 2 Dr Sport 4WD Extended Cab SB

I like it but a quad cab would be more functional

Pros — fun in the dirt
Cons — not great on gas
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“Got To Have A V8”

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Brian3257 recommends this car
04/16/2008
Reviewing: 1997 Used Dodge Dakota 2 Dr Sport Extended Cab SB

Great truck with plenty of power

Pros — power
Cons — 2 Wheel Drive
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“Good Running Truck.”

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Zach1044 recommends this car
04/09/2008
Reviewing: 1997 Used Dodge Dakota 2 Dr Sport Standard Cab SB

Like the truck. Wish it was 4 wheel drive with a V8.

Pros — Runs great
Cons — 2 wheel drive
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“It's Different Than Most Vehicles”

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Ryan4150 recommends this car
03/29/2008
Reviewing: 1997 Used Dodge Dakota 2 Dr STD Extended Cab SB

This is a good truck. I've put a lot of work into it and it still has a ways to go but as it is right now it's definitely fast for a truck and it looks good plus it can still haul, tow and get me from point A to B in most terrains.

Pros — 5.2L V8 (with lots of modifications), hard to break, gets lots of stares
Cons — It has to be smogged and it has bad bump steer.
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“This Model Was The Pre- Rt”

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Peter454 recommends this car
02/21/2008
Reviewing: 1997 Used Dodge Dakota 2 Dr Sport Standard Cab SB

This was an excellent vehicle for me.  Had the V8 318 engine.  No major problems in the 5 years of ownership.

Pros — All round Great Truck!!
Cons — Bumper started to rust.
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“Study Dependable And Fun”

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Katie458 recommends this car
01/17/2008
Reviewing: 1997 Used Dodge Dakota 2 Dr Sport Standard Cab LB

this truck can go when you need it to. the ride quality is awesome. its not bad on gas either

Pros — roomy, preformance is good
Cons — on this one space for passengers
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“She Gets Me Around”

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Leon102 recommends this car
01/06/2008
Reviewing: 1997 Used Dodge Dakota 2 Dr SLT Extended Cab SB

Been a good truck, fair bit of go for a v6.

Pros — Greasy
Cons — Gas mileage
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“Good Little Truck”

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Tyler486 recommends this car
01/05/2008

Had lots of power but only for 2 wheels.

Pros — Reliable
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Cons — 2x4
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“Great Truck”

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Nat11 recommends this car
12/27/2007
Reviewing: 1997 Used Dodge Dakota 2 Dr SLT 4WD Extended Cab SB

BOUGHT NEW, BEEN A GREAT TRUCK

Pros — POWER
Cons — SPEED
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