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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2002 Ram Wagon, so we've included reviews for other years of the Ram Wagon since its last redesign.
2002 Dodge Ram Conversion Van
C. Isaacson, 09/10/2002
2002 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500 3dr Van (3.9L 6cyl 3A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I have only had the van for about 2 weeks. So far so good. I chose to purchase the 5.2 Liter V8 over the 3.9 Liter V6. Glad I did. I also opted for a conversion van which offered some nice amenities. Dealershiop was offering 0% financing for 60 months and $10,000 dollars off.
Very good van
Jerry O., 12/16/2007
1998 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500 Maxi 3dr Ext Van
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I use my 1998 15 passenger van for my shuttle business. I bought it with 10,000 miles in 1999 and as of Dec 2007 I have 180,000 miles on it. Besides oil changes, tires, and brakes pads this van has never had any problems or let me down. Engine and transmission great. Air cond. good. Zero problems. Best van I have ever had.
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Good Rig
virgil77, 08/17/2005
2002 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500 3dr Van (3.9L 6cyl 3A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Have an '02 Ram Van 1500, Regency Conversion, 3.9l V6, 3 speed automatic. Bought it because it was roomy and relatively cheap ($19k brand new in Aug 03). I really like the van but my wife has trouble getting in and out of it. Passengers really, really like the 2nd row captain's chairs and 3rd row bench. I added a flip down TV and they really enjoy that. I thought the V6 would be underpowered but except for merging onto freeways I am satisfied. 4 speed auto might have helped. Fuel economy is acceptable, 15 mpg typical on the highway, 13 in town. Have gotten 17 mpg on the highway if I keep my speed down.
Big Hauler
Trinoculus, 09/13/2002
2000 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500 Maxi 3dr Ext Van
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I needed a big tough hauler. This van is that. Not refined, comfortable, quiet, easy to get into, economic, but for some reason it feels good TOWERING over everthing else except semis. It's 5.9L engine pulls this monster with seeming ease while hauling HEAVY loads, the towing package will pull trains. I had the standard setup and it does fine. If you need to get a lot of weight from here to there and don't care a lot about comfort or those irritating build/fit & finish things, check this van out.
A used van worth considering
midmo, 01/02/2005
1999 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500 3dr Van
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought a Mark 3 conversion with 77k miles a year ago for $6,500 - these Dodge Vans seem very cheap. Have used as both people hauler and for antique business for 10k miles with no problems. Expect to replace transmission eventually, heating/cooling controls have a mind of their own, interior & exterior trim are poor. The fuel injected 318 is smooth and solid, always starts. Interior space is fantastic. Gets surprising 17 mpg on freeway at 75. Buy one for $2.5k less than a Ford or GM, then put the money away for any possible repairs and you won't be disappointed. I also found the ride a little less truck-like than my old Ford Van. With the reliable 318 may be the best used van bargain.
The Mini-bus
The Web, 12/01/2002
2000 Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 3dr Ext Van
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The vehicle is just the right size for our family of 7. It has taken us on trips w/ lots of luggage & performed well ... until lately. A bearing sheared in the transaxle & the A/C compressor went out. It had right at 50K miles on it at the time & cost me about $2500 to fix. Neither of these repairs should be seen in the first 100K in my opinion, much less at 50K. Forgot to mention the front end has a problem w/ wearing out shocks & bushings. Am not impressed w/ the quality of van overall, but hopefully we have seen the worst.
All Things?
Scott Rose, 11/15/2003
2000 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500 Maxi 3dr Ext Van
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased this used with 75000 miles on it 16 months ago and have put 100000 on it since. Although it cannot be all things to everyone, it gets pretty close for me. Power, durability, road competence, and just plain utility are excellent. There are issues but not worth whining about when price is factored. Overall value is excellent. Strong towing vehicle.
Dunbar van conversion
jedunbar, 07/15/2006
2000 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500 3dr Van
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We love our 2000 Dodge Ram van Glaval conversion. The ride is smooth and comfortable. We like the view from over other vehicles in case of traffic stops or bad road conditions. Our two concerns are: 1. We are over 70 and getting in and out are getting more difficult. 2. There is not enough foot room in the front. One foot has to rest on the wheel well while driving or riding as a passenger in the front.
Fifteen passenger van
Mike Sova, 09/19/2003
2002 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500 Maxi 3dr Ext Van (5.2L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Purchased the van in Florida with 16,000 miles on the odometer ($16,000). At 25,000 miles the air conditioning quit and both front control arms broke. Both items were fixed by a dealer in Michigan at no cost to us. We purchased the van to pull a 3800 lb (empty) horse trailer. It does this with ease. It will carry a seemingly infinite amount of cargo (seats are back in Fla.) Overall my wife and I are happy with the vehicle.
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.
Exceptionally Good Van
Bobby F., 12/20/2008
1998 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500 SLT 3dr Van
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I used my van mainly as family transportation. I have 5 kids that were shuttled around in it for the last ten years. It is the short wheel base version but still had plenty of room for 7 adults and was very comfortable. No serious mechanical problems have been encountered as of now with 108000 miles. Yesterday my wife and one of my children were involved in a serious accident in it and survived with no injuries. Although it is now considered totaled due to the cost of repairs vs value left on it, I am thankful my family was not in a smaller minivan or any economy vehicle for that matter. Dodge did a good job making a safe vehicle that served us well while protecting my family.
Great Family Van
ginny, 07/06/2009
1998 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500 3dr Van
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought this van for a family of six. two adults and four grown teen with alot of leg room. even the dogs could fit with no prob. it is so comfortable that it has been difficult to trade in for any upgrades. only prob i have had it has been cata. converter has been replaced more than 3 times since we bought it. but all else good. they stop making this vehicle. get alot of comments from public.
This van is a lemon
Christine Moruza, 06/05/2003
1999 Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 3dr Ext Van
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
1999 B2500. Everything that could go wrong has. Van has 80,000 miles, had to replace water pump, rear ABS sensor, seals on front pump, power train control module, intake manifold, many gaskets. Total repair bills, excluding brakes and routine tire, oil, and coolant changes, over $5000. Body fallen apart, interior and exterior. Decorative side molding on outside has come off, and interior trim. Noisy, gaskets around doors, supposed to cut wind noise, don't. Just come loose. We will never buy another Dodge product.
dsfg
minnie, 03/13/2002
2000 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500 3dr Van
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The van gets terrible mileage 13 on highway, but it is a full conversion van. Seems to rattle a bit and doors do not close unless slammed. Also a constant clunking in the front that the dealer says is normal (yeah right)
big black beauty
chuck, 11/03/2015
2002 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500 Maxi 3dr Ext Van (5.2L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
tires and brakes less then 5000 miles ,,seats and floor rugs covered ,seats look like new, engine uses no oil between changes,I would drive it to Alaska tomorrow.
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Good outside but not Inside
Steve Sanders, 06/14/2002
1999 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500 Maxi 3dr Ext Van
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
This vehicle served well for our family van before being totalled in a wreck last week. However, it was "falling apart" on the inside. Especially had problems with the front seats. The main sliding door was next. Dodge needs to improve the quality of their work inside this vehicle. Otherwise, A/C excellent, engine strong, could use a little better suspension.
I'd recommend this for large families
ihavealargevan, 07/13/2007
2001 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500 Maxi 3dr Ext Van (5.2L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought my van used, and have been happy with it since day one. Only problem I've had to repair has been a battery cable. It's a tight squeeze in some parking structures, but I have not had any troubles driving it despite it's large size.
The Functional Van
Rick, 03/24/2006
1998 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500 3dr Van
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It's not necessarily pretty or particularly fun to drive but it has been a very good functional van. The pick up is pretty poor, but it cruises from 60-75 mph very well.
A new RamWagon for the growing family
Paul in NOVA, 01/03/2003
1999 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500 Maxi 3dr Ext Van
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We bought this to replace our 97 8 (vs. 12) passenger B2500. There were aspects of the 97 I liked better, but overall the 99 is superior. Lots of power; comfortable seating for the 7 kids, wife, and me; well equipped from the factory. Only get 12 MPG :-( but to be expected with the 5.9. Wish we had the limited slip for pulling the snowmobile trailer. Only real problem has been bad ball joints early on, and a rare, intermittant engine ignition cut-out that the dealer can't diagnose.
B3500 Wagon
limoguy, 03/15/2002
1999 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500 Maxi 3dr Ext Van
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
A real workhorse. Drives great on highways. Very reliable. Smooth powerfull engine. Other than poor gas mileage this is a excellent vehicle.
Good All around workhorse
Dave V., 07/12/2006
2001 Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 3dr Ext Van (5.2L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought used w/ 18k. Has big V8 with OD and HD rear gearing/ tow package. 14 MPG hwy - 13 city. Pulls 8k+ trailer with no problems. Little slow from 0- 30, but adequate above that even when towing. After 4 yrs and 70 k, no major problems. A bit large for maneuvers in small spaces.
Worst vehicle I ever owned
Andy, 09/08/2005
2001 Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 3dr Ext Van (5.2L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
An absolute dog. Way underpowered for a 3/4 ton. Replaced front bearings five times by 85,000 miles. Transmission problem, chewed up brakes, electronic troubles, and on and on despite excellent maintenance. Finally gave up and traded on a Toyota 4runner.
Big and versatile - but tall
BB Gun, 03/21/2007
2001 Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 3dr Ext Van (5.2L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought new in 2000 for family of 6. 12 passenger with 360 cid, tow package and rear air. Has never let us down. nly had to replace front bearings once at 69,000. Chronic squeaky brakes. Otherwise mechanically rock solid, but the interior trim is poor quality with seat foam degradation, door panels coming loose and trim screws loose or falling out all over the place. Rode hard when empty, smooth when full. Love the versatility, better than any SUV. It was invaluable when building my deck and toting big screen TVs home or for friends. One downside is you're always on the call list to help people move. Glad we had it, but now that the kids are grown, time to get a smaller vehicle.
Reliable family hauler
FedExMatty, 01/30/2004
2002 Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 3dr Ext Van (5.2L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This van has been wonderful for our growing family. We took it on a trip the summer of 2003 from GA to MN back tom GA then to FL all in a 2.5 week time. We had ample room for our family of six and the vehicle performed flawlessly. We also pulled a camper from GA to AL and it had no troulbe. I couldn't even tell the camper was there. We love it!!!!!!
don't bother to get one
chindi, 02/06/2004
1998 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500 3dr Van
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
you will spend lots of time geting it repaired. brakes won't last long, electical system will trouble you,guzzles gas, drive train is a headache. this is the 2nd one i've had and the last. ( i thought maybe the first was a lemon, gave it a second chance).dodge is less expensive than other makes, but you get what you pay for!