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Back in 2019, Ram did something different. That year, Ram introduced the latest version of its popular Ram 1500 truck. This marked the fifth generation of this full-size pickup truck, which traced its lineage back to the 1981 Dodge Ram truck. There was nothing unusual about this, as automakers always come out with new versions of their most popular models, each referred to as a new generation. No, the unusual thing was that Ram continued to manufacture and offer the prior fourth-generation model with the name Ram Classic.
The Ram Classic 1500 is not simply last year’s model. Ram did things to upgrade it, so it offers more than the 2018 Ram 1500, the last model made under the fourth generation. This then gives you many choices. You can buy a used Ram truck from the fourth or fifth generation, you can buy a new or used Ram Classic 1500, or you can even buy a new fifth-generation Ram 1500. This increases the options and choices for drivers like you. So, if you are looking for a used Ram for sale near you, your best bet is to stop by our dealership, where you can find a vast inventory of new and used Ram trucks. At Spirit Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we proudly serve drivers all over New Jersey and northern Delaware who are looking for a great deal on their next truck.
The Ram Classic Continues the Benefits of the Fourth Generation
Ram did something different when it came out with the fifth generation Ram 1500 in 2019: it kept making the fourth generation model as the Ram Classic 1500. This meant that drivers who wanted a new Ram 1500 with a regular cab could still get one as a 2019 Ram Classic 1500. This is because the fifth generation Ram 1500 discontinued the regular cab, going forward only with models that featured a crew cab or quad cab. For those who don’t know, the quad cab is Ram’s name for the double or extended cab with two rows of seats, two full-size, and two half-size doors.
When you visit a New Jersey Ram 1500 dealership, you can get your Ram Classic with a choice of two different engines. These were carried over from the fourth-generation Ram 1500 and have continued to be offered throughout the run of the Ram Classic. The 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 is economical, with the ability to get up to 20 MPG combined on rear-wheel drive Ram Classic trucks. This engine provides a solid 305 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque. You can also get a Ram Classic with a powerful 5.7-liter HEMI “Eagle” V8. This delivers an incredible 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. Both of these come paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission that helps you get the most out of your engine.
The 2019 Ram Classic 1500 also offers a 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6 that was available for the prior year’s Ram 1500. This engine uses a turbocharger to deliver 240 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque. It also provided exceptional fuel economy, with the rear-wheel drive model giving you 20 MPG in the city and the four-wheel drive truck providing a similarly impressive 19 MPG in the city. However, Ram chose to discontinue this option on the Ram Classic after 2019.
One of the biggest benefits of choosing a Ram Classic is found in its capability. This truck can tow up to 10,680 pounds or haul up to 1,930 pounds of cargo in its payload bed, depending on which cab style, engine, drivetrain, and model year you chose. Ram has always offered three different payload beds on the Ram Classic. The short 5’7” bed provides 53.9 cubic feet of space, while the standard 6’4” bed gives you up to 61.5 cubic feet for cargo. Still, the 8’ long bed provides the largest amount of cargo space with an impressive 74.7 cubic feet for all of your hauling needs.
At an MSRP below the comparable trim level on a fifth-generation Ram 1500, the Ram Classic represents a very affordable way to get exceptional Ram truck performance. This is especially true if you find a used model at our Wilmington Ram dealer.
The Ram Classic Offers More Than the Fourth Generation Ram
Even though the Ram Classic has many of the same specifications as the fourth-generation Ram truck, including its rugged good looks, it offers some things that the fourth generation does not. This is because the folks at Ram wanted to make sure to give drivers like you some of the advanced technology features that have helped Ram trucks stand out from an increasingly crowded pack of pickups.
For one thing, you can tell the difference between a Ram Classic and the fourth-generation Ram 1500 by looking at the payload bed. Ram equipped the Ram Classic with a set of LED bed lights. These will help you with loading and unloading your Ram Classic at night. In addition, the Ram Classic has special badges that say Classic, just in case you’re a little confused.
Ram has also given the Ram Classic some technological features that were not standard on the 2018 Ram 1500, the last year of the fourth generation. For one thing, every Ram Classic is equipped with the Uconnect system on a five or 8.4-inch touchscreen, depending on the year. This system provides onboard Wi-Fi, as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. This allows you to connect your smartphones to the Uconnect system so you can stream your favorite apps. The upgraded 8.4-inch system comes with a built-in turn-by-turn navigation system.
There is also a standard rearview camera, improving the safety of driving your Ram Classic. Ram also equipped the Ram Classic with available rear parking sensors. This eventually came to be known as the ParkSense Rear Park Assist System. Opting for this equipment can help you with hitching a trailer and backing out of a parking space in your Ram Classic.
Some Changes to the Ram Classic Over the Years
When Ram first began offering the Ram Classic in 2019, it included an available EcoDiesel engine. In addition, Ram also offered more trim levels that could be found at a Ram dealership in New Jersey. In fact, there were five different trim levels on the Ram Classic that year. The Tradesman is the entry-level model, with other models being the Express, Big Horn/Lone Star, and SSV, with the Warlock trim being introduced a little later. The Big Horn/Lone Star offers the most in the way of creature comfort features in its cab, with the luxury Lone Star model only sold in Texas, making it hard to get elsewhere in the country.
When the 2020 model year dawned, Ram cut back on the trim levels for the Ram Classic. Starting in 2020, the company only offered the Tradesman, Express, and Warlock models of the Ram Classic, with the Warlock providing the most in the way of comfort features. The Warlock rides on larger 20-inch alloy wheels. It also has things like a cloth interior upholstery on the seats, carpet floor covering, and heated power-folding side mirrors. These can make driving your Ram Classic more enjoyable.
A Classic Ram Truck, Whether You Buy One New or Used
The Ram Classic gives you all of the wonderful things you love about a Ram truck. You can choose between an economical V6 engine and a powerful HEMI V8. However, if you want a Ram Classic with a diesel engine, you’ll have to look for a used 2019 Ram Classic. You also get the options of rear-wheel and four-wheel drive, with your choice of a regular cab, quad cab, or crew cab. With the added technology features on the Ram Classic, it gives you more bang for your buck than a fourth-generation model. With a lower MSRP than a fifth-generation Ram 1500, you can stretch your dollars farther with a Ram Classic. Come in today, and see why the classic move is to make your next truck a new or used Ram Classic from us!
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