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Vehicle Value Tanking After AEM?

I would be curious to hear forum member thoughts about your truck's value after the AEM. Things to consider, the universal feedback is that the AEM turns our rigs in to gutless wonders. At this point,...

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Thinking of a 2018

Hello all, recently I’ve been checking out a 2018 Bighorn ED with 6,500 miles on it. The dealership is selling it for around 30K. I do have some experience with diesels as I currently own a 14 Vw TDI....

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2016 1500 Longhorn Ecodiesel

Hi all, thanks in advance. Coming from a Dodge Journey with the Pentastar, I kinda wanted something different, and I'm looking at a 16' longhorn ED with 133kms from a FCA dealership in ON. I promise...

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Buying a used 2015 Ram Ecodiesel

I found a very clean and gorgeous 2015 Ecodiesel at a local dealer that just took it in on trade from an elderly gentleman. It's the Laramie edition and loaded. Interior and exterior are spotless. My...

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Purchasing a 2015 Ram Laramie 4x4 Eco w/59k 1-owner, extended warranty ending...

Hi All: I am thinking of purchasing a 2015 Ram Laramie w/59k, but an absolutely clean 1-owner truck listed for $29k. I know there is forum panic and things I need to educate myself on. However, the...

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Should these repairs scare me?

I'm looking at buying a high mileage (95,000) 2017 Laramie 1500 Ecodiesel. I found that in the last 5 months it's had the AC evaporator core replaced, a new catalytic converter, and a new EGR cooler....

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Anyone considering a purchase right now?

Lots of good deals right now amid the pandemic. Seems risky to purchase now though. I can't talk myself into pulling the trigger. 0% for 84 months is hard to scoff at.

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About to Purchase a 2015 w/ 110,000 Miles

I need a new half-ton pickup for work and to haul the family around. My budget is $25,000 which doesn't give me a lot of options but I'm seeing that I can pick up a 2014-2016 1500 with anywhere from...

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Looking to purchase a 2016 ecodiesel

I am looking to purchase a 2016 Big horn edition Ecodiesel truck with 92000 miles on it. Looks to be in great condition. I talked with the previous and he said he regrets trading the truck and wishes...

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Trade values keep dropping

Found a 2500 Laramie 2018 leftover with rebates of $5,500 and a FCA CDI discount brought the sticker from $57k to $45k. Then we started talking trade of my 2016 Big Horn with new tires and 56k miles,...

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Canadian 2020 Ecodiesel

So far on the Ram site it still only lists the 3.6 and the 5.7 as available to order. If I go to some of the dealer sites some have Ecodiesels on site but they are Laramie Longhorns and Limited's....

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Tips on ordering your own build and How much off MSRP should you pay?

I'm looking to purchase 2020 ecodiesel Limited, when I spec it online it came out $67,325 what do you guys think is a fair purchase price? I've seen some dealers here locally (oregon) selling they're...

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Looking at 18 Laramie 4x4 Eco

Hello everyone, I hope to post up pictures of my new ride in the next few days, but I do have some questions first. I have sifted through this forum and others looking for info on the eco diesel...

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2016 Limited with the Eco Diesel

I am looking at 2016 limited with the eco diesel just over 100,00km... Should I worry? I have heard some bad reviews... But also some good ones. I am hoping that this will last for a long time.. hate...

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My new 2021 longhorn mpg so far \

I ordered my 2021 ram 1500 longhorn with 3.21 ,ram box ecodiesel . I’ve had it for a month now. Mpg hand calculated is 28mpg at 50%highway driving. Still hunting for the best speed for mpg.I have...

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2016 Eco-Desiel Fuel Efficiency

Hey all, New to the group. Just purchased a used 2016 1500 Laramie Longhorn. On the drive home, which was mostly sideroads, I noticed the fuel efficiency is only at about 16MPG. That is a bit...

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Possible Ecodiesel Purchase questions.

Greetings All, I am very seriously considering a 2018 ecodiesel. It has 43000 miles. Runs out good. If I buy it I will deffinately get the HD Diesel Supply intact tune to shut off the EGR. My main...

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2016 and newer ecodiesel, are they worth it?

I am very interested in the ecodiesel. On paper the truck looks very good with fuel mileage and torque figures but I am curious if anyone after buying one has been disappointed in the performance of...

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Seeking validation: Ram 1500 Laramie 3.0L Ecodiesel

Having decided on a RAM 1500 that offers my non-negotiable feature of leather seats, I am on the fence about the engine. I have test driven two options: 2016 3.0L Ecodiesel with 124K miles at a price...

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Should i buy? 2015 ED 106k

Looking at buying an 2015 Ram ED Laramie with 106K on it. The dealer is asking 22,900. Been doing a lot of reading before buying. Truck will sit often. I drive 55 miles to work one way so ill drive the...

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Dealers upset by large FCA inventories-Good time to Negotiate and Buy!

following from a Car and Driver article FCA Dealers Upset by Large Vehicle Inventories Dealers say they're being forced to buy cars they don't want, but company says profits have never been better. For...

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Looking to purchase a 1500 4x4 eco diesel

I currently have a team 3500 4x4 diesel clean low mileage dually. Just don't need this big truck any longer. I am looking at a 2020 1500 eco diesel with just over 12000 miles on it , just wanted to get...

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How to delete stored message

My very smart 2015 Ecodiesel informed me that my right rear taillight was burned out. Cool, stopped at NAPA, got a new bulb and installed it. It works fine. I was guessing that my very smart truck...

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Wanting to buy an EcoDiesel, questions about recall situation

I'm looking to buy an EcoDiesel. I've seen several things about the entire recall situation, but not exactly the answers I'm looking for. Is there essentially no problems with the engine if the proper...

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Keeping an open mind about the Ecodiesel

I'm looking into possibly purchasing a used Ecodiesel and wanting honest opinions. I've been looking at these Ecodiesels for a while now and from what I've read its either a love or hate relationship....

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Looking at 2016

I looking at a 2016 with 67k. $29k a friend who is a sales manager at a Ram dealer told me to look at 2018’s and up, as they have less issues. I wanted to float this out to this group to see if there...

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Ordering Laramie ED with bench seats

Hi there, My dealer tried to order my Laramie build today: ED, 4x4, 6'4" bed, crew cab, protection & towing groups, air suspension, 8.4" nav, rear defroster, remote start, spray-in bed, front/rear...

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EcoDiesel...I'm so confused!!

Hi all...first post here. I have driven Chevy trucks all my life, I am considering a 2016 Ram 1500 Laramie with the Ecodiesel with 81000 miles. Out the door price is $27K I've been reading as many...

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Eco or cummins

So i currently have the 2018 Laramie ecodiesel bought new in August 2018 MSRP was 61k walked out the door for 46k. I leased to buy and owe 31k right now. Lease matures in 4 months. I just passed 40k...

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Affiliate Program

FCA had a program for affiliate companies people could buy the truck at a discount to Invoice. Does this still exist?

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Already having problems?

This forum has been a wealth of knowledge already. I just purchased a 2015 (manufactured date 3/15) Ram Laramie LongHorn. I have 7 days to return it, no worries. Which I might. Ok so right out the gate...

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Possible 2017 Laramie Purchase

Hey everyone, so I’ve done a TON of reading on here trying to get a sense of whether or not I should consider one of these trucks. I’m an owner/operator truck driver so I’m very familiar with diesels...

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2016 with 127k Miles

So I work at a Benz dealer and a 2016 EcoDiesel got traded in with 127k on the clock. It’s a Laramie Longhorn and coming from an 2016 Silverado LT with the 5.3… this thing is a dream. Working at the...

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[Official] I've Ordered and Put Down a Deposit Thread

Share all the gory details right here folks!

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Looking to buy a 2014 Ecodiesel

Hi guys, I'm new here and seeking advice on a 2014 Bighorn Ecodiesel buy with 111,000 miles. I have read some topics about short trips been bad for this engines and that got me a little worried because...

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