If you asked most people to name a Dodge SUV, chances are they’d say Durango, Hornet, Ramcharger, or maybe even Journey. But there’s one that often slips through the cracks: the Dodge Raider. This short-lived 4×4 was sold from 1987 to 1989. It was essentially a rebadged Mitsubishi Montero—a smart move by Dodge to get into the growing compact SUV market without building something entirely new.
This particular 1987 Dodge Raider, currently listed on BringATrailer.com, is a standout example. Finished in dark blue and silver, it has spent most of its life in the Southwest and shows just 59,000 original miles. Under the hood is a 2.6-liter 4G54 I4 engine, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and a dual-range transfer case—ideal for those looking to enjoy a true old-school 4WD experience.
It rolls on 15-inch chrome wheels with Cooper Discoverer tires and features classic off-road touches, including auto-locking front hubs, roof crossbars, Bosch fog lights, and a swing-out rear door-mounted spare. There are some dings and signs of wear in the paint, but for a nearly 40-year-old SUV, it’s in impressively original condition.
Inside, the Raider is just as retro. The gray cloth and vinyl interior includes front bucket seats and a folding rear bench. It even has the original Mitsubishi push-button radio and a cluster of analog gauges, including an inclinometer mounted on the dash. The air conditioning doesn’t work, but the rest of the cabin feels like a time capsule from 1987.
The 2.6-liter SOHC 4G54 I4 engine was rated at 109 horsepower and 142 lb-ft of torque from the factory—not a rocket, but it gets the job done for trail runs and light-duty hauling. A reliable 5-speed manual and selectable four-wheel drive (4×4) with HI and LO range behind it. The seller recently changed the oil, and the Carfax report is clean.
Listed out of Arizona with a clean title and only around 1,000 miles added under current ownership, this Raider is a rare survivor of a forgotten Dodge chapter. With its vintage styling, rugged simplicity, and cult following among Mitsubishi and classic SUV fans, it’s a great entry-level collectible for anyone into rad-era rigs.
Bidding wraps up soon—Thursday, June 26 at 4:47 p.m. EDT—so if you’re interested, head to BaT before it’s gone.
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