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We have a limited number of reviews for the 1997 Ram Wagon, so we've included reviews for other years of the Ram Wagon since its last redesign.
92 Dodge B 250 Conversion van
andrews, 09/25/2007
1992 Dodge Ram Wagon B250 3dr Ext Van
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This has been an excellent vehicle for family vacation and fun to drive. It handles very well in the changing weather in Nebraska, and mechanically, it has been a sound car. Never had a mechanical problem, just general maintenance has kept it rolling.
Best Passenger Van Out There
ssbndad, 11/04/2003
1995 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500 3dr Van
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My wife and I purchesed a full sized Dodge Van in 1995. I cant tell you how happy we are with that purchess. We have driven over 115000 mi without so much as a hiccup. We cahnge the oil regurally and get most of the required serviceings There is not so much as a flake of rust and the engine and drive train still look brand new. I firmly believe this vechical will be running long after I go to meet my maker. Thanks Dodge.
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95 SLT 2500 conversion van
Steve V., 05/24/2004
1995 Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 SLT 3dr Ext Van
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is the best vehicle that I have owned as far as repairs. The only thing that has ever gone wrong with this van are the general maint. things. Teh van has been all over the east coast with no problems. I ordered it with the 318 in case I ever wanted to tow anything with it. The van with the V-8 still gets 20 mpg over the road. I would highly recommend these vans as they comfortable nad fun to drive, and are a good vehicle for the money..
Big Blue Van never dies!
duckboy, 04/15/2002
1996 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500 Maxi 3dr Ext Van
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I admit it. I own a big blue van. The big, 15-pass airport shuttle bus van. I bought it because I race motorcycles all over the country and I don't like towing a trailer. I can fit two bikes, all of my gear, my significant other, and still have room to crawl in the back seat and take a nap. Very noisy, interior trim is very cheesy, and I've broken a lot of plastic pieces. However, the drivetrain seems bullet proof. I almost ran it out of oil once and I just refilled it with no consequences. Has a lot of highway power, but oviously slow off the line, seeing how it's nearly 6,000 lb. dry.
Land Yatch
D. I. Waring, 04/25/2005
1996 Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 SLT 3dr Ext Van
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Dodge Vans have always had very powerful, very dependable engines; so the passing power in my 360 equipped version while impressive (6000 Lb van) is not surprising; handles very well too! What is surprising is the interior arrangements and use of space. someone finally got it right. ususally I had to choose between large center console convenience (Ford) or ample foot space/ leg room (all others). Now Dodge has them both! and i just love the table top that flips out with an extension between drivier and passenger; plus cup holders that will easily hold a super gulp or 1 liter bottle, wow!! the outward visibility is excellent through very large windows, yet deep tinting allows for privacy.
92 Dodge RamWagon B250
gabe, 09/18/2010
1992 Dodge Ram Wagon B250 3dr Ext Van
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This van has been used for everything from driving us all to church to family vacations to hauling hay (the seats come out and get stored in the garage). Easy to drive and love the space! Beautiful interior too. Wife likes it.
95 Ram Van
Karen Stevens, 12/09/2002
1995 Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 SLT 3dr Ext Van
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Very servicable from the start. Plenty of power,towed a heavy pop-camper at 95mph in Montana, I can always tow it at highway speed and keep up with any traffic. I do all maint. and most repairs myself. I fix before it breaks. Fuel pump went out at 123000, replaced water pump, alternater, starter just in case. I thought the trans was gone but only blew a hose. Uses about one quart of oil in 3000mi. Power door locks are not reliable. Windshield leaks and wind noise.
Reliable people hauler
Jay, 07/18/2005
1994 Dodge Ram Wagon B150 3dr Van
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
We have had this vehicle for four years and it has been one of the most reliable vehicles that I have ever owned. Aside from regular maintenance, this van has required little attention. Parts are inexpensive to replace. It's comfortable for long trips. We have the short wheelbase version, which can be easily parked at the mall. Six kids and two adults did several 700-mile rides in this van with no complaints...believe it or not. If you need a people hauler and don't want a minivan or SUV, this is the perfect vehicle. Good but not great fuel mileage, decent handling, good ride and low repair costs make the Ram Wagon a good choice over the Chevy or Ford vans. This bodystyle was replaced by the Mercedes-maufactured Sprinter.
1990 Dodge B150 Ram Wagon
acarver, 07/19/2007
1990 Dodge Ram Wagon B150 LE 3dr Van
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This van is the king of the road. It drives incredibly nice and smoothly. It is extremely reliable, and I know whenever I turn the key, I know it will roar to life! My particular van has only 104,000 miles, which is EXTREMELY rare for a vehicle of this age, and those are nearly all highway miles, which is definitely a plus!
my review
CAW, 06/18/2002
1995 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500 SLT Maxi 3dr Ext Van
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I like the way this van handles, it's power and luxury. It's just a good all- a-round van and it looks good.
Best Full Size Family Van
Marine 1, 06/11/2004
1996 Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 SLT 3dr Ext Van
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This was my second Dodge family Van. The first was a 1980 model, 250 3/4 ton, we had it for 10 years. Never let us down, exceptional utility, good gas mileage, prone to body rust. 1996 SLT (Luxury) 2500 model 3/4 ton, has firm good handling suspension,(1500 1/2 too soft-wallows) 5.2L Magnum V8 AWESOME! 4 speed Torqueflite transmission, 3.55 ratio HD rear axle. 50,000 mile average fuel economy 15.6 Roomy, good looking vehicle, easy driver, great visibility, no mechanical/electrical problems, simple service, No rust. Many 24hr. trips Mass. to Fla.
bang for buck
elliott, 09/19/2008
1997 Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 3dr Ext Van
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
my Dodge 2500 conversion 3.9 V6 has power like a rocket kept tuned and oiled,excellent gas mileage. Had minor electrical issues not resolved by dealership on three tries independent solved it. Chicago to Mississippi pulling u-hauls with ease. Ride and sight good decent rode manners. Drove this van in police transport work also. Handles best with maintenance kept.In 5 yrs ownership always started never broke down.Chrysler got it wrong not up-dating. Benz/Chrysler replacement van ugly. I have spent maybe $ 1000.00 in repair during 5yrs.
3500 Ram van holds its own
david, 11/09/2005
1997 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500 SLT 3dr Ext Van
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Dodge fulll size 15 passenger vans have their good and bad pts. Turning radius is poor but that seems to be status quo for most vans of this size and year. Gas mileage really isn't that bad for such a huge vehicle, and over many steep hills back and forth on the hwy here in Branson, MO, we get 15-16 mpg on an engine with 135K on it. Transmission went out at 127K, along with the computer(questionable repair by dealer), fuel pump( again questionable repair) and O2 sensor. Some is normal wear and tear, it has towed horse trailers!! Interior design is kinda poor though, its tall to get into, and hard to seat people. If style hasnt changed, Chevy would be my next pick for new van ( mpg and design)
Van Conversion
Nina, 03/23/2006
1997 Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 SLT 3dr Ext Van
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This has been an outstanding vehicle for me. It is a van conversion and the quality is superior. Mechanically we have not had any major repairs. This vehicle pulls my 3-horse slant all over town with pretty good performance. The gas mileage is between 12-15 mpg. I have even had it as high as 20 mpg driving cross country.
great vehicle
ortiz, 04/04/2008
1991 Dodge Ram Wagon B350 Maxi 3dr Ext Van
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I still own this vehicle I wish I got it new. This van reminds me of old faithful. It is great mechanically, still. It is a sound van. It seats 15 passengers. Great for the kids. Seats do not remove easily for cargo but the 8 cylinder motor is strong enough to pull a large trailer. Handling is a little loose at faster speeds. I have an outside to inside air leek that gushes into the driver side cab. Easy to clean floors with the rubber flooring, great for the messy kids. Not so good gas mileage. I get around 10 mpg in the city. 14 over the road. Just BASIC up keep and it starts up every time. Even in cold weather.
Full size comfort
kaiser4, 07/06/2003
1994 Dodge Ram Wagon B250 3dr Ext Van
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Good around full size van.