Car financing: 1997 Dodge B3500 Van
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 16.8 to 18.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 0 NHTSA recall campaigns. 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.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 16.8 to 18.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 0
For sale
We do not have a 1997 Dodge B3500 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.
1997 Dodge B3500 Van specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5.2L 8-cylinder | 5.9L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 19.6 L/100 km | 21.4 L/100 km |
| Highway | 13.8 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 16.8 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 394 g/km | 425 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $26.04 | $28.06 |
1997 Dodge B3500 Van: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 5.2 L | 5.9 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 12 | 11 |
| MPG highway (US) | 17 | 16 |
| MPG combined (US) | 14 | 13 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 17 | 16 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,800 | US$5,150 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $5,208 | $5,612 |
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 1997 Dodge B3500 Van
- NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
- No owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 1997 Dodge B3500 Van?
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 1997 Dodge B3500 Van for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. This page puts the 1997 Dodge B3500 Van in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
Recalls and complaints
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
The figures, translated
It uses the 5.2L 8-cylinder and rear-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
Its combined rating is 16.8 L/100 km, which means roughly 50 litres for 300 km. A 300 km weekend costs about $78.12 in energy at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$4,800 a year for 15,000 miles.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
What the B3500 Van is like
It is the kind of vehicle that makes a family trip calmer.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the B3500 Van for a week and see how it fits your life. A test week in the B3500 Van tells you more than any review. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel.
Choosing the right one
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
The cost of driving it
The EPA estimates US$4,800 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $260.40 at our price setting.
Talk to a person
Send a request to rent the model first, or ask us what we can do.
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 1997 Dodge B3500 Van from us first.
Ask us about the 1997 Dodge B3500 Van
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1997 Dodge B3500 Van for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1997 Dodge B3500 Van
Does CarmaCars sell the 1997 Dodge B3500 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 1997 Dodge B3500 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 1997 Dodge B3500 Van have recalls?
NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
What does the 1997 Dodge B3500 Van cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,800 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $5208.00.
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.