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View Used RAM 1500 What are some of the best used trucks for sale in Lexington? The Ram 1500 series, of course. When you browse for a truck from a used car dealership in Lexington, like Dan Cummins of Georgetown, you will have the best and most diverse selection of used Ram 1500 trucks on the market. If you were shopping for a specific kind of Ram and you wanted to know what to expect from the used Ram 1500 series, then you need to check out our inventory to find a perfect full-size pickup for you. But there's more to truck shopping than knowing you want a truck. You also need to know about what the trucks feature. Not every Ram 1500 is the same, and some of them have different features and functions that you should be informed about before committing to a purchase. That's where working with one of our sales team is a benefit for you because we can tell you all about the features of the models we have in stock. Let's take a look at what you might find on some of these models. Ram 1500 Tradesman This is one of the most popular used trim variations available of the Ram 1500. So what makes the Tradesman so popular? Well, it's partly in the name. The Tradesman represents the everyday working man and woman. It's equipped to handle all the tasks and utilities one would expect from a pickup and then some. This trim has been the standard trim for the current brand of the Ram 1500 series since the fourth generation. It’s designated as the workhorse of the Ram 1500's trim line. This particular model was specifically designed to address some of the work-related functions contractors, construction, utility, and maintenance workers have to deal with on the job site. For instance, various models of the Tradesman come with a tri-fold tonneau cover, wheel-to-wheel side-steps, and high-back bucket seats for multiple passengers. When you need a workhorse for work-related trucking, a used Ram 1500 Tradesman is one of the best used Rams money can buy. Affordable, reliable, and built to handle some of the toughest jobs out there. Depending on your line of work or if you need a dependable full-size pickup for towing and trailering, definitely consider getting a Ram 1500 Tradesman. Ram 1500 Big Horn Made popular during the Ram's fourth generation on the market, the Ram 1500 Big Horn gives truck enthusiasts everything that the Tradesman offers but with a few features. The Big Horn has the added benefits of available luxury features and improved standard infotainment functionality. Where the Tradesman made its mark being a serious work truck for serious workers, the Big Horn opted to be the full-size personal truck with lots of interior space, plenty of amenities, and a lot of room to scale the luxury features. The Big Horn represents that crossroad in trims where you can take the Ram 1500 into various directions. Whether you want a vehicle designed to conquer the roads as a towing/trailering monster or to afford passengers a great sense of comfort and luxury, the Big Horn fulfills various roles. There is a lot of versatility offered from the Big Horn trim throughout the years as the go-to model for customization and giving customers a lot of latitude in how they personalize the Ram 1500. As a fourth-generation trim, the Ram 1500 Big Horn is an excellent option for those who want options. It's perfectly positioned to give truck shoppers a lot of leeway when it comes to finding something affordable yet packed with features. This is the kind of used variation of the Ram that would certainly appeal to someone shopping for a truck to suit family needs, business needs, or someone who just wanted a great-looking truck for leisure driving with plenty of performance to spare. Ram 1500 Express The Ram 1500 Express is another popular trim with various model years being quickly snatched up by truck shoppers looking for more than just a work truck. If the Tradesman is built to get things done in a work environment, and the Big Horn is designed to provide comfortable riding, then the Express is the leisure option that fits somewhere between the two. It's the perfect trim for those who want more features and amenities than what's available from the Tradesman, but maybe you need less truck than what's offered by the Big Horn. Used model years from the fourth generation will net you a lot more available options than what you get with the Tradesman, which is quite limited when it comes to interior opulence. The highlight of the Express is that you have a very functional and dependable full-size pickup at your beck and call, with a few more infotainment and luxury features over the Tradesman. While visually, the Tradesman and Express are quite similar, there's more of a relaxed, oftentimes casual tone to the available color schemes of the Express. This makes the truck look less like a work truck and more like a sports truck, especially with the body-color bumpers. The Crew Cab availability of the Ram 1500 Express and the older model years retaining that classic crosshair grille for which the Ram has become renowned makes it a popular choice among some shoppers. Buying a used Ram 1500 Express means that you have access to more leisure features than the Tradesman trim, but at a much lower price point than the Big Horn. So if you wanted something close to the Big Horn but weren't willing to spend for the extra features, the Express is the way to go. Ram 1500 Laramie Many of the luxury-oriented trims of the Ram 1500 are hard to come by used, but they are out there. A good example of that is the Ram 1500 Laramie, which has been one of the staple trims of the truck brand since the 1990s. That lets you know how long the Laramie has been around and how it resonates with truck shoppers looking for a luxury pickup truck. In some ways, the more things change, the more they stay the same. In this case, it's a good thing that the Laramie is still a go-to trim for luxury and performance. Even way back in the 1990s, the Laramie was praised for being more than capable as a workhorse trim despite its position as a luxury-themed version of the Ram. Today's Laramie still fulfills the role of being a performance-driven, full-size pickup with a high-quality interior, available upgrades for the seating, and the best in infotainment and safety. What really helps the Laramie is that it's still quite capable as a light-duty work truck and is positioned as a great option for towing and cargo-hauling thanks to its reinforced bed, strengthened suspension, and large wheels. Buying a used Laramie means you want the best of both worlds when it comes to luxury and performance, but at a price that's well below the MSRP. This is what makes it one of the best available used trucks on the market. Find Your Used Ram 1500 at Dan Cummins of Georgetown Today We're just scratching the surface here when it comes to the capabilities and availability of used Ram 1500 trucks. You won't actually know just how much you'll love a Ram until you drive one for yourself, and you can do that by visiting the best used car dealership Dan Cummins of Georgetown. We have a great variety of different Ram trucks you can browse through, test drive, or buy at your earliest convenience. Already know what you want, and you’re ready to buy your Ram truck today? Great. Value your current vehicle to trade it in toward the purchase of a Ram truck, and you can find yourself the owner of a Ram 1500 in no time flat. Need help with financing? Chat with our financial experts to find out what you can afford each month or how to apply for an auto loan that works for you. Not sure what you want? No problem. Use our extensive research tab to find out more about the model years and trims that fit your needs. Finding yourself in a situation where you're not ready to commit to owning a Ram 1500 yet? We have you covered. With the Dan Cummins Lease Advantage, we make it easy to lease with the option to buy. Our impeccable inventory of used Ram 1500 pickup trucks and easy-to-navigate site to find the exact kind of truck you want means you can search and find the perfect Ram for you. Test drive a Ram 1500 to become part of an automotive legacy.

Ram trucks come equipped with genuine Mopar power under the hood and enjoy a reputation for long service life. The Ram 1500 is one of the most popular light-duty pickups built in the United States and annually sells very well. Ram trucks, in general, sold 633,694 units in 2019 with the Ram 1500 anchoring the lineup. The numbers sold are second only to the Ford F-Series and affirms the pickup’s popularity. That means lots of good used Ram 1500 models likely were accepted as trade-ins and available at great prices. The Ram 1500 underwent a design change that resulted in an award-winning model for 2019. Significant improvements to the interior, including more wood and better quality leather, made the cabin more luxurious. Like most pickups, you can get a regular, extended, or crew cabin with the Ram 1500. All of this means that you will likely run into a few Ram 1500 truck options on the lot. Mopar Motors Make all the Difference The Ram 1500 is very popular for a good reason – its array of engines are among the best anywhere. Gasoline V6 and V8 engines offer plenty of workability and support weekend romps. Diesel engines give even more punch and cruising range while maximizing hauling capacity. Depending on what your intentions are for the truck, the following Ram 1500 engine guide will help to narrow choices for final purchase with engines available from over the past decade. 3.6-Liter V6 The base engine among current-model Ram 1500 trucks, the 3.6-liter V6 produces 305 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque that powers either a pair of rear drive wheels or all four in 4x4 mode. It has 24 valves and variable valve timing to generate a good fuel economy. The V6 gets up to 26 MPG on the highway and 20 MPG when running errands in town. A mild-hybrid 48-volt eTorque system boosts torque by 90 lb-ft for additional towing capacity. That gives the base Ram 1500 a maximum towing capacity of 7,730 lbs. It also carries a little over 1,200 lbs in the bed, which is more in the range of a classic half-ton pickup. 3.7-Liter V6 Offered on older used Ram 1500 models, the 3.7-liter V6 is the precursor to the current edition. On the 2010 Ram 1500, the motor has 12 valves, a single overhead cam, and a 9.7:1 compression ratio. The cast-iron engine block is topped with aluminum heads and has a balanced shaft. The 3.7-liter V6 is good for up to 215 hp at 5,200 rpm and 235 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm. Either a four- or a five-speed automatic transmission sends the power to the drive wheels. Towing capacity is on the lower end among Ram 1500 pickups at about 6,100 lbs. 4.7-Liter V8 Also offered on the 2010 Ram 1500 and some more recent model years is the 4.7-liter V8 with a single overhead cam and two valves per cylinder. A cast-iron block and aluminum alloy heads are nearly bulletproof while a 9.8:1 compression ratio helps to generate up to 310 hp at 5,600 rpm and 330 lb-ft of torque at 3,950 rpm. A five-speed automatic transfers power to either a pair of rear drive wheels or all four wheels via a 4x4 drivetrain. The 4.7-liter V8 increases the towing capacity to more than 11,000 lbs when paired with a 3.21 axle and 17-inch wheels. 5.7 Liter HEMI V8 You really get into classic Mopar power with the 5.7-liter HEMI V8. The HEMI is not the same as the original muscle-car powerplant that became a legend during the muscle car era, but it carries the badge well with 395 hp and up to 410 lb-ft of torque available to spin the wheels or haul big loads wherever you need to go. Fuel economy is low at 15 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway, but the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 is more about power and fun. It also boosts towing capacity to 11,610 lbs. You can get better fuel economy and even more towing power from the same engine with the optional eTorque mild-hybrid system that enhances fuel economy and boosts towing capacity to 12,750 lbs. 3.0-Liter Turbo-Diesel When you really want to go far and haul a lot with you, the 3.0-liter turbo diesel V6 is the powerplant that you need. The Ram EcoDiesel motor delivers more than 1,000 miles of driving range when paired with an optional 33-gallon fuel tank. It gets up to 32 MPG on the highway and 22 MPG in the city in rear-wheel drive and is almost as good in 4x4. The EcoDiesel V6 churns out a modest 260 hp and a massive 480 lb-ft of torque to enable all of that hauling power. Towing capacity tops out at 12,560 lbs with the EcoDiesel V6. Another 1,500 lbs will ride in the bed for good hauling capability. How to Choose the Right Motor A classic American half-ton pickup like the Ram 1500 can fulfill many transportation duties. If you just need a daily driver that can haul furniture and pull a boat or camper on weekends, a base model Ram 1500 with a V6 will suit your needs just fine. If you need a work truck that will get you to just about any worksite location, a V8 will handle the task. And if you have a fifth-wheel camper or large hauling needs, the EcoDiesel is the optimal choice. The Ram 1500 engine guide provides a good reference point for the power, towing capacities, and fuel economy of one of the best-built and best-selling pickups on the planet. When you have a full understanding of your trucking needs, a used Ram 1500 with the ideal engine configuration will prove to be a finely suited solution to your transportation problems. A roomy cabin with comfortable seating and premium audio help add to the fun of getting there on long trips. Get Great Value from a Used Ram 1500 A new Ram 1500 always is a well-built and reliable pickup for doing just about anything. About the only way to improve on a new model is to save thousands on a good used Ram 1500 with lots of life left in it. A new pickup can lose about a fourth of its value during the first year, and half the value of its purchase price after three or four years. A good used pickup that is properly maintained and in like-new shape can deliver many years of excellent service for much less than a comparably equipped new pickup. Many still enjoy factory warranty protection and can benefit from optional service contracts. A service contract ensures your pickup gets timely maintenance and stays in top running condition with experienced and certified technicians doing the work for you. Recent Ram 1500 models will include a lot of the safety features included on new trucks. That includes blind spot monitoring, rear cross-path detection, lane-departure warnings, and adaptive cruise control. Advanced airbag technology strategically places six airbags within the cabin to give drivers and passengers the best chance of walking away from an accident. You just need to choose the engine you want and go find a great deal on a used Ram 1500 pickup. Are you looking for a used Ram 1500 in the Lexington, Kentucky area? We here at Dan Cummins of Georgetown will be happy to help you find the best used Ram 1500 for you. Our sales department is ready to answer any questions you might have about the trucks available on our lot, so come visit us at 1470 Cherry Blossom Way in Georgetown, KY!