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Old 02-21-2007, 10:57 AM  
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I'm looking at 2007 as the year I replace my daily driver, a '94 Jeep Cherokee (4.0l 2wd). I'm looking for input and advice concerning a used Jeep Wrangler, a vehicle I am giving serious consideration as my next daily driver. I will probably try to find a '97 to 2000 Wrangler.

First of all why am I tiring of the Cherokee?
-It looks like the Exxon Valdez ran ashore on my driveway
-No driver's side airbag
-the auto tranny has been quirky lately, regualry slipping into what wrenches call "limp" mode
-the vehicle performs very poorly (read: dangerously) on icy, at times wet roads

Why am I considering a Wrangler?
I would like to have a vehicle with a bit more of a "fun to drive" factor, and more importantly I'm becoming increasingly more interested in owning a convertible. Now I know a Jeep Wrangler is not the first thing that comes to mind when you think convertible, but here's my reasoning.
Convertibles are one of three things A)two-seat roadsters B) limited production American cars C) expensive imports.
With that in mind I'm thinking that the Wrangler is the only vehicle I can squeeze my wife and two kids in, drop the top, and If it something fails mechanically...O'Reilly has the part on the shelf.

Even though my Cherokee has not been my favorite, primarily because of the stupid ****ing sensors, that can leave you on the side of the road if one fails, I do like the 4.0l engine because of the ease of maintenance and the common parts. Not to mention its a potent six-banger.

I would especially be interested in opinions in hard top vs soft top.
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Old 03-20-2007, 02:56 PM   #46
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My Cherokee has 140k, and the 4.0L motor is still strong.

what year model?
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Old 03-20-2007, 03:03 PM   #47
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what year model?
2000..the year before they stopped production.
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Old 03-20-2007, 03:10 PM   #48
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My Cherokee has 140k, and the 4.0L motor is still strong.
I am glad to hear people have had good experiences with this engine since my rig has one too. Only 30k on the clock right now but it's good to know that parts should never be a problem and it should be fairly reliable since I take good care of cars mechanically.

My neighbor had an old cherokee he finally sold recently that had a ton of miles on it and was still running fine... I think he said it was a 93? The paint was kind of gnarled from the sun, but other than that it was in good shape.
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Old 03-20-2007, 03:11 PM   #49
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what year model?
that same AMC 4.0L I-6 was used in Cherokees, Grand Cherokees, and Wranglers (and Comanche, Wagoneer, etc) from ~1990 until the mid 2000s (when the GC and Wrangler were all-new)
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Old 03-20-2007, 03:14 PM   #50
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My 94 Wrangler was "totaled out" at about 110K because of a hole in the exhaust. It was 4 cyl.

It still ran though.
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Old 03-20-2007, 03:21 PM   #51
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Old 03-20-2007, 03:37 PM   #52
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I don't know if the cash is available, but you might try looking for a used 'Unlimited' as it is a little longer giving you some cargo space behind the back seat which makes ie MUCH more usable and the only reason I could consider a Wrangler. With wifey and two kids there is room for a bunch of stuff.
Makes the ride a bit better too as it has a longer wheel base.

Just my $.02 (and worth half that much)
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Old 03-20-2007, 04:01 PM   #53
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I don't know if the cash is available, but you might try looking for a used 'Unlimited' as it is a little longer giving you some cargo space behind the back seat which makes ie MUCH more usable and the only reason I could consider a Wrangler. With wifey and two kids there is room for a bunch of stuff.
Makes the ride a bit better too as it has a longer wheel base.

Just my $.02 (and worth half that much)
thanks, but I'm looking to spend less than $10k
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Old 04-30-2007, 09:02 AM   #54
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2000 Jeep Wrangler Sahara

I promise the sky was not pink when I took this picture...the Jeep however is dark green with a khaki top.
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Apparently my digital camera is just a picture or two away from an untimely death, but here's my new (used) rig



2000 Jeep Wrangler Sahara

I promise the sky was not pink when I took this picture...the Jeep however is dark green with a khaki top.
You would fit right in with all the thuper Mid-town Atlanta "men".

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Old 05-03-2007, 03:40 PM   #59
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Hey all,

Since this is a Jeep Wrangler thread I thought I ask for some advice too. I have an opportunity to purchase a 1997 Wrangler with 90K miles, 6 cylinder automatic for $3,000.00. I'm concerned that the deal is too good to be true. Plus, I'm in GA and the Jeep is in PA; about a 14 hour drive. Do you think this is legit?

Here are some pictures of the Jeep.
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