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All Go & Cannot Stop
C. Stueve, 02/15/2005
2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport Plus 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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This is my second Dakota in the last 3 years. I looked at the new Chevy Colorado/GMC Canyon & passed up both, along with my GM Employee discount for another Dakota. For my kids & hobbies I could not do without the 4 doors.
My 2nd Dakota and still a great truck!
Tim Odom, 11/05/2003
2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SLT Plus 4WD SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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The only thing that has come up since I purchased my 2003 Dakota is the breaks making noise when backing up. However, that has started to deminish the more I drive the truck.
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false economy
dodge man 88g, 02/01/2004
2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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for $26000 you would think they would include an ash tray and lighter even non smokers can find uses for these items .rear brakes squeal from day one but this is the only problem i have.
So Far, So Good
terry jenkins, 06/01/2006
2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SLT Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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Well I just returned from a long trip and I averaged 26mpg from the 3.7LT! Not bad considering that others are paying close to 40k$ for hybrid SUVs that dont get that!
My First New Truck
Ken Scherry, 03/27/2004
2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SXT Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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I really enjoy driving my new truck. I am 42 adn this is the first new Vehicle I have purchesed with less then 30,000 miles on it. If it was not for teh poor gas millage I could say it has been the best purchasse I have ever made on a vehicle. The paper work says since it is new it will take time to brake in the mpg. Time will tell. I can wait and enjoy it while it wait.
Damnit - Chrysler
James Logue, 04/21/2004
2004 Dodge Dakota 2dr Regular Cab SXT Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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The MAJOR disspointment is the dealer could not alter the headlights so as to have daytime running light.
my baby
big77, 05/06/2004
2004 Dodge Dakota 2dr Regular Cab Sport Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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its a great little truck. i use mostly to get to school and ride around in so its a good student and cheap for a new truck. i and it can haul a lot for that small of a truck. overall its a good truck isuggest you buy it.
04 Dakota Quad Sport Auto
DakotaBoy, 05/15/2004
2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab Sport Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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Nice overall truck if you dont mind it sitting at the dealership while it gets fixed. Great size, somewhat comfortable. 1200 miles total AC not working rear factory tint bubbling/peeling Ball Joints are bad
My Dak 97
My 97 Dak, 05/31/2004
2004 Dodge Dakota 2dr Club Cab SLT Plus Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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Exciting to drive, my favorae toy, realy enjoyed this vehickle. Another party came left of center and totaled this 97 Dakota, party went to sleep.
Great Truck
tjbh, 08/15/2004
2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SLT Plus Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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Great truck, I should have bought one a long time ago!
So far so good!
horn1, 08/22/2004
2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SLT Plus Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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Good experience with buying....Sticker Price was $25,600, but I got them down to $16,500 after negotiation and rebates. Awesome deal! I love the look of the truck and it has good power for a V6. Lots of Room inside. Hope it is reliable!
The Best
MSLUVMEDEKODA, 09/03/2004
2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SXT Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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This vehicle is everything I needed as far as Comfort, Performance, Fuel, Quality, reliability and space for what I needed. I love the handling and design. There isn't anything I would change. As usual.. Dodge has just what I needed when I needed it. One word sum= FAN-TAS-TIC
great truck
bkr, 09/18/2004
2004 Dodge Dakota 2dr Regular Cab SXT Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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I'm over 50 and this is my first new vehicle. The dealer was excellent to deal with. I've received lots of compliments on the style and color.
My 2004 Dakota
Danny Cole Sr., 02/11/2006
2004 Dodge Dakota 2dr Regular Cab SXT Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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This is a fun truck to drive. I have the 3.7litre V6 with 5 speed transmission. This truck does respond very good with the V6 engine The comfort is good with enough room to seat myself and my wife comfortably. We enjoy this truck. And we like the body style.
I will probably always own a Dakota!
chriscat870, 01/19/2007
2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SXT Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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First Dodge and 3rd pickup I've owned. The other 2 were full size. They were a waste of money! The V6 only has 25 fewer horses than the V8 and gets about 18-19 mpg. Put a K&N filter and some exhaust and you'll get your horses back with even better mpg! Next to an Audi A6 Quattro, this is the funnest vehicle I have ever driven! It holds the road like a sports car, but carries cargo without strain. It does not do well in wet conditions, but that can be fixed with better tires. The fact that this model was viturally unchanged for 10 years should be a testament to the appeal of its looks.
So Far, So Good
TEEJAY, 02/19/2007
2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SLT Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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Well I now have 31k on this truck and no real problems as of yet. I am patiently waiting to see if the rumors are true about Dodge putting a 4.2lt cummings diesel in the Dakota in 08? If they do then I will trade my '04 in a flash. The 4.2l diesel gets close to 30mpg and has over 400ftlb of torque. I could pull my bass boat with eash and still get good gas mileage and the longevity of a cummings diesel. Great!
37k mile review!
teejay , 09/05/2007
2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SLT Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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Well here I am at 37k miles and so far not much to complain about. I did have one minor problem with a front stereo speaker going out, but Dodge replaced that quickly and without hesitation. I have rotated and checked my tire pressure religiously, but after only 37k I will need new tires soon. I will not go back with Goodyear. Other than that I am pleased with my purchase and hope to kept the truck for many years unless Dodge comes out with a diesel in the Dakota soon?
The best truck we've owned
moo, 10/10/2007
2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Quad Cab SLT Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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This Dakota has best the best vehicle we've owned. In July, Savannah, GA flooded and we had to drive through the waters to get home. We have the 2004 Dodge Dakota SLT 2WD pickup. We were one of the only vehicles to make it out of the 4 foot running waters. We owe Dodge for our safety and their reliability.
love my truck
Mark Mac, 02/12/2018
2004 Dodge Dakota 2dr Regular Cab SXT Rwd SB (3.7L 6cyl 5M)
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get a carfax to be sure never wrecked
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