1987 Dodge Ramcharger 150 4x4

Description

As part of the second generation of Dodge Ramchargers (1981–93), the 1987 Dodge Ramcharger 150 4x4 was a rugged, full-size SUV that featured a boxy, utilitarian design with a removable steel roof over the rear section, making it a favorite among outdoor enthusiasts and off-roaders. 

Under the hood, the ‘87 Ramcharger 150 could be had with a 5.2-liter V8 or optional 5.9-liter V8, paired with a three-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. The 4x4 drivetrain provided solid off-road performance, aided by the SUV’s robust suspension and high ground clearance. The vehicle rode on a short wheelbase, which enhanced its maneuverability on trails and rough terrain. Inside, the Ramcharger offered a no-frills but functional interior, with seating for up to five passengers, along with a large cargo area. Despite its robust size, the Ramcharger was known for its relatively smooth ride and towing capability. 

Though overshadowed by competitors like the Chevy Blazer and Ford Bronco, the Dodge Ramcharger has since gained a cult following among classic SUV collectors. As Motor Trend wrote in 1987, “With its V8 power and part-time 4WD, the Ramcharger doesn’t just go off-road — it charges through it.” 

Highlights 

• Uncommon 1987 Dodge Ramcharger 150 4x4 SUV 

• Finished in black paint over red cloth and vinyl interior 

• Powered by the optional 5.9-liter V8 rated at 193 hp and 396 b-ft of torque 

• New four-barrel carburetor, high output fuel pump, and air conditioner compressor with new lines 

• Four-speed automatic transmission 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report  

Features 

• Part-time 4WD (floor-shifted transfer case) with manual locking hubs 

• Solid front and rear axles 

• Leaf springs front and rear suspension 

• Front disc, rear drum brakes 

• Roof rack 

• Fold-down rear seat for additional storage space 

• 85 mph speedometer 

• Alpine CD player 

• Kenda Klever M/T 32x11.50R15 tires 

Known Imperfections 

• Multiple paint chips and scratches, particularly up front 

• Scuffs and dings on grille and headlight housing 

• CD player does not work 

Included 

• Spare tire with cover 

• Thick rubber floor mats 

Ownership History 

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places this 1987 Dodge Ramcharger 150 4x4 in California and Iowa. The abbreviated report begins on 22 May 1992 in Ojai, California, with 40,276 on the odometer. The SUV changed hands twice after that — July 2017 in Venice, California, and March 2023 in Burlington, Iowa. Seller says the truck has “no rust spots, and the interior is in great shape.”