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MattV88

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First post, so sorry if this is the wrong section.


Hey everyone, just found this forum.

I'm going to be getting a Dakota but I'm not sure what the differences are between years and would like some help as I couldn't find any online.

I know from 97-04 and 05-11 the body styles are different.. but for example when looking at aftermarket headlights online (carid.com) the 05 had a lot more options than the 08, but I thought they were the same body style?

So I was just wondering what differences there were between 00-01, 01-02, 02-03, 03-04. and the same from 05-11.. I doubt I'll get a truck older than 2000 but am not sure which body style I like better between the 2 different ones.

Also, I have worked on a Dakota before (2001 quad cab) so I know about the tricks like Durango heated leather seats fitting right in with the wire under the carpet and stuff like that.

Thanks for any help!
 
Discussion starter · #4 ·
2005-2011 Dakotas are pretty much the same, but in 2008 there was a redesign. The front end had a makeover, some minor dash changes, and there was an upgraded 4.7 engine.

Below is a great site with information on the Dakotas, and other Dodge trucks.

97-04 Dakota

05-07 Dakota

08-11 Dakota

Thanks dakotaff, that would explain the headlight differences.
 
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