Finding a clean Gen3 Ram Heavy Duty these days is tough. Finding one with a 6-speed manual, a 6.7-liter Cummins turbodiesel, four-wheel drive (4×4), and under 35,000 original miles? That’s almost unheard of. But that’s exactly what King of Cars and Trucks Inc. in Sewell, New Jersey, has sitting on their showroom floor — an exceptionally preserved 2008 Ram 2500 Big Horn Quad Cab 4×4, offered at $59,500 plus a $695 doc fee.
This truck is about as close to time-capsule condition as you’ll find. With a one-owner history, a clean Carfax, and a garage-kept, rust-free life, this Ram avoids all the typical Heavy Duty wear and tear. At 34,983 miles, this Cummins hasn’t even stretched its legs yet — we’re talking barely broken-in territory for one of the most durable engines ever put in a pickup.
Speaking of engines, under the hood is the 6.7-liter Cummins turbodiesel I6, rated at 350 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque when new. That torque is fed through the desirable G56 6-speed manual transmission — the setup every diesel fan wishes they could still order today. The factory exhaust brake gives extra confidence when towing or descending a grade with a load hooked up.
Inside, this Big Horn isn’t basic by any measure. It’s equipped with premium cloth bench seating, a 6-way power driver’s seat, an Infinity 7-speaker audio system, a power rear sliding window, power-adjustable pedals, and even a power sunroof — a rare option on Heavy Duty diesels then or now. The overhead console with trip computer, steering-wheel audio controls, security alarm, and convenience lighting throughout rounds out its well-optioned interior.
Original factory specs list a healthy lineup of optional equipment, including the Trailer Tow Group (Class IV hitch + 7-pin wiring), an Anti-Spin rear axle for improved traction, Cab Clearance Lamps, and an Engine Block Heater for cold-weather use. Towing, hauling, and daily usability were clearly priorities when this truck was ordered.
To give it a stronger stance without going overboard, this Ram currently rides on a 2-inch lift with brand-new 35-inch BFGoodrich All-Terrain tires. A drop-in bedliner protects the bed and includes a handy toolbox — ready for real-world use.
The original U.S. Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) was $48,260, meaning this truck wasn’t cheap new, and its condition today proves why collector-grade Cummins trucks continue to climb in value. Throw in nationwide shipping availability for buyers, and this Big Horn is positioned perfectly for someone looking for a “buy it once, keep it forever” diesel.
Bottom line — this is the kind of Ram Heavy Duty enthusiasts search for years to find. A clean slate. Zero excuses. A manual-transmission torque monster that still has its entire working life ahead of it.
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