Auto loans: 1998 Dodge Ram Van
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
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For sale
We do not have a 1998 Dodge Ram Van 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
What to check when buying the 1998 Dodge Ram Van
- 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 22 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (7), service brakes (7) and suspension (5). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98V076000 | 1998-04-08 | seats:front assembly:power adjust | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT WITH POWER SEAT OPTION. THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT SEAT ATTACHING RISER WELDS WERE NOT CORRECT. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 1998 Dodge Ram Van?
No 1998 Dodge Ram Van is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Before you buy the 1998 Dodge Ram Van, see the figures and the checks worth doing.
Before you sign for the Ram Van
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Owners filed 22 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system, service brakes and suspension; have those parts checked. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
What the figures tell you
The EPA does not rate this model year for fuel use; heavier trucks and vans are often not rated.
The Ram Van in everyday use
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
Rent it for a week first
If the Ram Van is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. A test week in the Ram Van tells you more than any review. Drive the Ram Van on your commute before you commit to it.
Money matters
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Which one to look for
A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person.
Still deciding?
Tell us the model and the dates, and we reply with an offer.
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 1998 Dodge Ram Van from us first.
Ask us about the 1998 Dodge Ram Van
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1998 Dodge Ram Van for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1998 Dodge Ram Van
Does CarmaCars sell the 1998 Dodge Ram Van?
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 1998 Dodge Ram Van 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 1998 Dodge Ram Van have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
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.