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Many years ago i had a CJ7 when I was a Freshman in college. I had i all jacked up with some big chromes. It was the most fun for an 18 year old.( driving across the the quad at college ) Drove it for about 6 years
Powertrain is supposed to be very good. No idea about the rest of it. But seems to be built very solid. Highest resale value of any vehicle. But i got the extended warranty just in case. lol
The funny thing about Jeep is non-Jeep owners focus on reliability and wonder who in their right mind buys one? But Jeep owners know these things are awesome and focus more on what you can do with them. It is a lifestyle vehicle. It is about exploring and really seeing this country. I would never buy one to DD.
Easily the most modifiable vehicle ever. They sell **** for everything. This is the new JL generation. Far better road handling. It rides very good. The turbo engine is a mini hybrid, and i feel zero lag. Gets about 19mpg so far. Insurance is $68 per month. This is the top of the line Rubicon, so locking diff, electronically controlled sway bars and a crap load of other stuff. Has a lot of character.
Bought a winch today. And an air compressor. Let the mods begin!
Go to Easter Jeep Safari if you can... you won't regret it.
Ordered mine on Jan 14. It's stuck right now in a Kansas City rail yard... damnit... can't wait for it to show up. They're pretty reliable but every manufacturer has it's issues. I'd expect you will have some gremlins here and there but nothing crazy.
I sold my TJ too quickly -- was using it to keep miles off my '11 Range Rover, which is my primary DD. Range Rover, Wrangler (Rubi), and Spyder... such a great combo. You're correct on the 2.0 though... that motor is awesome! We'll see how reliable it is.
Nice garage btw... love the flooring. We may move up to CO in the next couple of years. Getting annoyed at the heat in the summer here (been out here 10 years now almost).
For many years had a Jeep and a 911...thinking about the new Wrangler as well. Wife is tired of me muddying up the Range Rover when I take the dogs hiking, and stealing it for ski trips. Holding out for the diesel (supposedly) coming next year, though...
Jeep's are a TON of fun. My kids love to go offroad and horse around in CO. We did a 2018 JKU Rubicon but has the full AEV conversion with 5.7 Hemi and other fun stuff...
We've been getting hammered this week with snow. We have seen about 6 feet in the past few days.
Congrats on the JL! Especially in white Lift planned...I cant reccomend them highly enough. PM me if you have questions.
love my JKs but I'm catching the JL bug....
LOVE the AEV builds, and the Hemi swap...that's my current predicament....drop a Hemi in or wait another year for the JL diesel.
Glad to see Porsche guys can get a bit dirty too!
I think the diesel is going to be cool but underpowered.
I will say - the Hemi is really fun. It isn't a screamer but it makes all the right noises and has plenty of torque to move the thing around. It is surprising the amount of attention it draws as you can hear it; noises you wouldn't expect from a Wrangler right?! In fact it draws more attention than the RS. Somewhat unexpected.
Signed up for Easter Jeep Safari tonight! Only could get one day but hoping to be able to squeeze in Sunday, if possible.
Look guys, Jeeps are as cool as GT cars. Getting in one is just as much of an event, but for very different reasons. It is the perfect contrast and compliment to a sports car. For many years i wrote off Jeeps and wondered why anyone would own one. These things are the worst when it comes to reliability, right? They are totally awesome. You want reliability? Buy a Toyota. You want FUN? Get a Jeep. Then mod it. Look at all the people with them here. There is a reason.
Signed up for Easter Jeep Safari tonight! Only could get one day but hoping to be able to squeeze in Sunday, if possible.
Look guys, Jeeps are as cool as GT cars. Getting in one is just as much of an event, but for very different reasons. It is the perfect contrast and compliment to a sports car. For many years i wrote off Jeeps and wondered why anyone would own one. These things are the worst when it comes to reliability, right? They are totally awesome. You want reliability? Buy a Toyota. You want FUN? Get a Jeep. Then mod it. Look at all the people with them here. There is a reason.
IF you're an Apple handset user - go to the app store and search "jeep badge of honor" - Trust me on this. Only Jeep would come up with an app this cool!
My kids are 6/5/2, boy/girl/boy. My middle one is my daughter and she's my "car" kid. She names all the cars in the house and demands to be taken to school and dropped off in the RS. No problem!
My boys love the Jeep and so does mamma. It's just a silly fun vehicle to drive around and the whole family can enjoy it.
I find myself wanting to drive the Jeep most days just to tootle around town. It's just a fun vehicle.
Go to Easter Jeep Safari if you can... you won't regret it.
Ordered mine on Jan 14. It's stuck right now in a Kansas City rail yard... damnit... can't wait for it to show up. They're pretty reliable but every manufacturer has it's issues. I'd expect you will have some gremlins here and there but nothing crazy.
I sold my TJ too quickly -- was using it to keep miles off my '11 Range Rover, which is my primary DD. Range Rover, Wrangler (Rubi), and Spyder... such a great combo. You're correct on the 2.0 though... that motor is awesome! We'll see how reliable it is.
Nice garage btw... love the flooring. We may move up to CO in the next couple of years. Getting annoyed at the heat in the summer here (been out here 10 years now almost).
Thanks. I went ahead and booked it. So far i am impressed with the 2.0. Hope it doesn’t blow up when the warranty is up! lol. Zero lag and it gets decent mileage. Colorado is a great state. Awesome driving roads, paved and unpaved. Lots to do. Winters are nothng like the northeast. You will love it.
Originally Posted by Alan Smithee
For many years had a Jeep and a 911...thinking about the new Wrangler as well. Wife is tired of me muddying up the Range Rover when I take the dogs hiking, and stealing it for ski trips. Holding out for the diesel (supposedly) coming next year, though...
Do it, Alan. The only reason i woukd hesitate on diesel is if you are out off roading and run out of gas, or bust a fuel line. Will anyone have diesel on the trail? But i am sure they will be awesome!
Originally Posted by Hams955
Great choice.
Jeep's are a TON of fun. My kids love to go offroad and horse around in CO. We did a 2018 JKU Rubicon but has the full AEV conversion with 5.7 Hemi and other fun stuff...
We've been getting hammered this week with snow. We have seen about 6 feet in the past few days.
It is really surreal to see the morning...
You won't be caught in a GT3 out on our road
Enjoy your JL!!!!
- Chris.
Thanks Chris! That is one bad *** Jeep. Love the look and the hemi. Great looking house too!
Originally Posted by OCturbo
Good choice. Same combo here - 15 wrangler unlimited and 15 gt3. Very different cars, but both fun to drive!
Well done!
Originally Posted by Apex Ace
Love my AEV JK350. Took it out last weekend.... it’s a snow warrior!
Nice!
Originally Posted by BA73
'18 JKUR Recon for weekdays.
'14 JKURX for the wife.
'13 JKR for the weekends.
'06 TJR for when I know I'm gonna break something.
When's the next Sedona trip?!
Now that is a collection! The white one looks amazing.
Originally Posted by BA73
Congrats on the JL! Especially in white Lift planned...I cant reccomend them highly enough. PM me if you have questions.
love my JKs but I'm catching the JL bug....
LOVE the AEV builds, and the Hemi swap...that's my current predicament....drop a Hemi in or wait another year for the JL diesel.
Ultimately felt like a Jeep in Colorado would provide a lot more opportunity to experience unpaved roads, leaving the paved stuff to the GT3.
Rob congratulations my dear friend. Great choice. Looks amazing. Enjoy. I still think and since Porsche blessed us with the 10 year powertrain warranty, you should drive your GT3 in the snow and off road, every chance you get. Mark
IF you're an Apple handset user - go to the app store and search "jeep badge of honor" - Trust me on this. Only Jeep would come up with an app this cool!
My kids are 6/5/2, boy/girl/boy. My middle one is my daughter and she's my "car" kid. She names all the cars in the house and demands to be taken to school and dropped off in the RS. No problem!
My boys love the Jeep and so does mamma. It's just a silly fun vehicle to drive around and the whole family can enjoy it.
I find myself wanting to drive the Jeep most days just to tootle around town. It's just a fun vehicle.
02-22-2019, 08:27 PM
Lift planned...I cant reccomend them highly enough. PM me if you have questions.
