You may wonder how much your totaled Dodge Ram is worth. At CarBrain, we take multiple factors into consideration when generating an offer, including:
At CarBrain, we specialize in buying vehicles that others may not, including those with significant issues like a blown engine or transmission failure. Whether your vehicle is wrecked, totaled, or has high mileage, CarBrain ensures you get an accurate offer for your damaged Dodge Ram 1500 for sale. Unlike a traditional Dodge Ram junkyard, we offer free pickup, no haggling, and quick cash — all within 48 hours.
The Dodge Ram 1500 is a popular and powerful truck, but like any vehicle, it's not without its issues. Below is a quick overview of some of the most common problems owners may encounter over time, especially in older models or those with high mileage.
While the Dodge Ram 1500 is a reliable truck, these common issues are worth keeping in mind, especially as the vehicle ages.
When it comes to replacing major components like the engine or transmission in your Dodge Ram 1500, having an idea of the potential costs is essential. Below is a chart that details the estimated transmission and engine replacement costs for different generations of the Dodge Ram 1500.
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Dodge Ram 1500 Engine & Transmission Replacement Cost by Generation |
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Dodge Ram 1500 Generation |
Model Year Range |
Engine Replacement Cost (approximate) |
Transmission Repair Cost (approximate) |
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2nd Generation |
1994 - 2001 |
$3,500 - $5.500 |
$3,000 - $4,000 |
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3rd Generation |
2002 - 2008 |
$4,000 - $6,500 |
$3,500 - $5,000 |
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4th Generation |
2009 - 2018 |
$4,500 - $7,500 |
$4,000 - $6,000 |
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5th Generation |
2019 - present |
$5,000 - $8,500 |
$4,500 - $7,500 |
As shown in the chart, the costs of engine and transmission replacements can vary depending on the generation of your Dodge Ram 1500. These estimates from RepairPal and AutoZone can guide you in making informed decisions about whether to repair or sell your vehicle. For more precise figures, always consult with a professional mechanic.
If you're dealing with Dodge Ram issues, you’re not alone. Many Dodge Ram 1500 owners face frequent challenges such as:
At CarBrain, we’ve purchased countless vehicles with these issues. We buy everything from wrecked Dodge Rams to those with Dodge Ram transmission issues.
Absolutely! If your Dodge Ram is totaled from an accident or severe mechanical issues, you can still sell it to CarBrain. We specialize in buying total loss vehicles, including those with severe damage or that have been written off by insurance. Simply get your super-fast offer today by filling out a few details about your totaled Dodge Ram.
When trying to sell your junk Dodge Ram, you might consider a Dodge Ram junkyard. However, junkyards often give inconsistent offers, and you may need to haggle for a fair price. Here’s why CarBrain is a better option:
Dealing with a damaged Dodge Ram for sale doesn’t have to be difficult. Follow these simple steps:
With CarBrain, you're dealing with professionals who know how to make the process as smooth as possible. We’ve helped thousands of satisfied customers sell their Dodge Ram with mechanical issues, and we’re ready to help you too.
Ready to sell your non-running Dodge Ram 1500 or totaled Dodge Ram? Get your free, no-obligation offer from CarBrain in less than 90 seconds. We take the stress out of selling a crashed Dodge Ram, offering you the best possible price with quick, reliable service.
If you want to sell your scrap car, CarBrain can guide you to help you get it done. We're the premiere junk vehicle buyers across the country.
We have a trained and dedicated team of professionals ready to help you through through the steps to sell your vehicle and get money quickly.
First, answer our instant offer form — it takes 90 seconds. Secondly, get your quote.
If you are happy with it, our customer service agents can help you arrange your FREE towing and title transfer. Our towing company driver will come in less than 48 business hours to pick up your vehicle. You'll get paid right then and there, and you are done!
There are still ways to get money out of a old Ram 1500 that's non-functioning.
Many scrap vehicle purchasers can legally recycle an old car in order to melt down or reuse the parts left inside. You can get paid for the scrap metal left in your vehicle, including various metals. The heavier your car is, the more payment you can get for scrapping it. However, where the car is currently located will also affect its value in scrap metal. The quote of scrap metal depends on local market demand as well as local, national and international trends, so estimating how much you'll receive for your car can be difficult.
You can make it simple by getting a bid from CarBrain!
It's effortless to generate a quote with CarBrain's instant value estimation tool!
We can buy vehicles with mechanical problems, a total loss cars, non-running vehicles, aging cars, salvage vehicles, rebuilt vehicles and more!
However, we don't buy all vehicles. We cannot make quotes on cars missing their motors, cars with no transmissions or cars with less than two tires. We also don't buy individual vehicle parts.
Our super smart Brain is ready for you! Start by filling out our online form for getting an offer.
It takes less than 2 minutes in most cases and will get you a fair market price (in a few cases, we may need up to an hour to create the right custom offer for you). Make sure to answer all questions accurately and get the vehicle identification number and pictures to expedite the process of receiving the payment and towing.
Remember: all CarBrain offers are valid for seven days. After that, the offer expires. We can still buy your vehicle afterwards, but we'll create a new offer based on current market rates to do so.
CarBrain can purchase wrecked vehicles, including those declared a total loss by insurance companies.
We also purchase cars that do not have insurance at all. If you have an insured vehicle declared a total loss and want to sell it to CarBrain.com, all you have to do is contact your insurer and ask to retain the salvage title. Your insurer will provide you with a check for your car minus your deductible and the value they expected to receive for the salvage car at auction. Then, you can contact CarBrain and get a second check for your car.