1985 Dodge Ram 50 Pickup for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.7 to 11.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.7 to 11.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 1985 Dodge Ram 50 Pickup for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
1985 Dodge Ram 50 Pickup specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed manual | 3-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.0 L/100 km | 11.3 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.0 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 251 g/km | 257 g/km | 277 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $16.59 | $17.05 | $18.29 |
1985 Dodge Ram 50 Pickup: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 21 | 20 | 20 |
| MPG highway (US) | 24 | 24 | 21 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 | 22 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 | 26 | 24 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,050 | US$3,125 | US$3,375 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,318 | $3,410 | $3,658 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1985 Dodge Ram 50 Pickup
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, most often about fuel system (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84V157000 | 1984-12-07 | engine and engine cooling:engine | THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENDING UNIT MAY DEVELOP AN OIL LEAK. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 1985 Dodge Ram 50 Pickup
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 1985 Dodge Ram 50 Pickup; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. Thinking about the 1985 Dodge Ram 50 Pickup? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
What to check on the Ram 50 Pickup
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. NHTSA has 1 owner complaints on file, mostly about fuel system.
What the figures tell you
It is powered by the 2.0L 4-cylinder, with rear-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
The EPA rates it at 10.7 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 32 litres. That works out to about $16.59 per 100 km at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,050 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
What to expect from the Ram 50 Pickup
It is built for loads that would never fit in a trunk.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits moving day, renovation runs and anything that needs an open bed. It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car.
Try before you buy
Rent the Ram 50 Pickup first, and buy only if it fits your life. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
What it costs to run
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $16.59 in fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. The EPA estimates US$3,050 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Choosing the right one
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
When you know your dates
Send a request to rent the model you are thinking of buying.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1985 Dodge Ram 50 Pickup from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1985 Dodge Ram 50 Pickup for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1985 Dodge Ram 50 Pickup
Does CarmaCars sell the 1985 Dodge Ram 50 Pickup?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1985 Dodge Ram 50 Pickup before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1985 Dodge Ram 50 Pickup have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1985 Dodge Ram 50 Pickup cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,050 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3318.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.