used jeep quality?
10-20-2003, 03:58 AM
#11
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Re: used jeep quality?
These days its more like Ive never seen a new jeep that wasnt a pos.
KH
"Brian" <bsheller@comcast.net> wrote in message
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> I heard someone say that they've never seen a used Jeep that wasn't a
> POS. Is that true? If one were buying a Jeep (Wrangler), should one
> choose brand new over late model used because of reliability/defect
> issues?
>
> B
>
> --
> Brian Heller
>
> It is easier to tame wild beasts
> than to conquer the human mind.
KH
"Brian" <bsheller@comcast.net> wrote in message
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> I heard someone say that they've never seen a used Jeep that wasn't a
> POS. Is that true? If one were buying a Jeep (Wrangler), should one
> choose brand new over late model used because of reliability/defect
> issues?
>
> B
>
> --
> Brian Heller
>
> It is easier to tame wild beasts
> than to conquer the human mind.
10-20-2003, 03:58 AM
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Re: used jeep quality?
These days its more like Ive never seen a new jeep that wasnt a pos.
KH
"Brian" <bsheller@comcast.net> wrote in message
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> I heard someone say that they've never seen a used Jeep that wasn't a
> POS. Is that true? If one were buying a Jeep (Wrangler), should one
> choose brand new over late model used because of reliability/defect
> issues?
>
> B
>
> --
> Brian Heller
>
> It is easier to tame wild beasts
> than to conquer the human mind.
KH
"Brian" <bsheller@comcast.net> wrote in message
news:bsheller-3A73A3.23004519102003@news05.east.earthlink.net...
> I heard someone say that they've never seen a used Jeep that wasn't a
> POS. Is that true? If one were buying a Jeep (Wrangler), should one
> choose brand new over late model used because of reliability/defect
> issues?
>
> B
>
> --
> Brian Heller
>
> It is easier to tame wild beasts
> than to conquer the human mind.
10-20-2003, 03:58 AM
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Re: used jeep quality?
These days its more like Ive never seen a new jeep that wasnt a pos.
KH
"Brian" <bsheller@comcast.net> wrote in message
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> I heard someone say that they've never seen a used Jeep that wasn't a
> POS. Is that true? If one were buying a Jeep (Wrangler), should one
> choose brand new over late model used because of reliability/defect
> issues?
>
> B
>
> --
> Brian Heller
>
> It is easier to tame wild beasts
> than to conquer the human mind.
KH
"Brian" <bsheller@comcast.net> wrote in message
news:bsheller-3A73A3.23004519102003@news05.east.earthlink.net...
> I heard someone say that they've never seen a used Jeep that wasn't a
> POS. Is that true? If one were buying a Jeep (Wrangler), should one
> choose brand new over late model used because of reliability/defect
> issues?
>
> B
>
> --
> Brian Heller
>
> It is easier to tame wild beasts
> than to conquer the human mind.
10-20-2003, 07:37 AM
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Re: used jeep quality?
Gerald G. McGeorge wrote:
> Well, "someone" always has an opinion, so you came to the right place, the
> home of opinions!
>
> A used Jeep is like any other vehicle, if the previous owner(s) took care of
> it, it will likely continue to be a good vehicle. If not, well.....
>
> Rule of thumb, newer and lower mileage will be better than older and higher.
> With short-wheelbase Jeeps, however, the buff factor comes in. Many of us
> love the old CJs and will put up with anything to keep them on the road &
> trail. YJ Wranglers are best after '91 (EFI engine management), TJs are
> outstanding but, of course, newer and more expensive. If it was me buying
> another one, I'd go for a low mileage 4.0L TJ Sport with the Dana 44 rear
> axle.
>
>
>
>
>
>
> "Brian" <bsheller@comcast.net> wrote in message
> news:bsheller-3A73A3.23004519102003@news05.east.earthlink.net...
>
>>I heard someone say that they've never seen a used Jeep that wasn't a
>>POS. Is that true? If one were buying a Jeep (Wrangler), should one
>>choose brand new over late model used because of reliability/defect
>>issues?
>>
>>B
keep in mind the 4.0L starting in 1997 had some block design changes.
expect a coolant leak betweek the 3 and 4 cylinders under the intake
manifold.
--
Ben Jerew
ASE Master Technician
New Country Lexus of Latham, NY
Amateur Off-Roader
10-20-2003, 07:37 AM
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Re: used jeep quality?
Gerald G. McGeorge wrote:
> Well, "someone" always has an opinion, so you came to the right place, the
> home of opinions!
>
> A used Jeep is like any other vehicle, if the previous owner(s) took care of
> it, it will likely continue to be a good vehicle. If not, well.....
>
> Rule of thumb, newer and lower mileage will be better than older and higher.
> With short-wheelbase Jeeps, however, the buff factor comes in. Many of us
> love the old CJs and will put up with anything to keep them on the road &
> trail. YJ Wranglers are best after '91 (EFI engine management), TJs are
> outstanding but, of course, newer and more expensive. If it was me buying
> another one, I'd go for a low mileage 4.0L TJ Sport with the Dana 44 rear
> axle.
>
>
>
>
>
>
> "Brian" <bsheller@comcast.net> wrote in message
> news:bsheller-3A73A3.23004519102003@news05.east.earthlink.net...
>
>>I heard someone say that they've never seen a used Jeep that wasn't a
>>POS. Is that true? If one were buying a Jeep (Wrangler), should one
>>choose brand new over late model used because of reliability/defect
>>issues?
>>
>>B
keep in mind the 4.0L starting in 1997 had some block design changes.
expect a coolant leak betweek the 3 and 4 cylinders under the intake
manifold.
--
Ben Jerew
ASE Master Technician
New Country Lexus of Latham, NY
Amateur Off-Roader
10-20-2003, 07:37 AM
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Re: used jeep quality?
Gerald G. McGeorge wrote:
> Well, "someone" always has an opinion, so you came to the right place, the
> home of opinions!
>
> A used Jeep is like any other vehicle, if the previous owner(s) took care of
> it, it will likely continue to be a good vehicle. If not, well.....
>
> Rule of thumb, newer and lower mileage will be better than older and higher.
> With short-wheelbase Jeeps, however, the buff factor comes in. Many of us
> love the old CJs and will put up with anything to keep them on the road &
> trail. YJ Wranglers are best after '91 (EFI engine management), TJs are
> outstanding but, of course, newer and more expensive. If it was me buying
> another one, I'd go for a low mileage 4.0L TJ Sport with the Dana 44 rear
> axle.
>
>
>
>
>
>
> "Brian" <bsheller@comcast.net> wrote in message
> news:bsheller-3A73A3.23004519102003@news05.east.earthlink.net...
>
>>I heard someone say that they've never seen a used Jeep that wasn't a
>>POS. Is that true? If one were buying a Jeep (Wrangler), should one
>>choose brand new over late model used because of reliability/defect
>>issues?
>>
>>B
keep in mind the 4.0L starting in 1997 had some block design changes.
expect a coolant leak betweek the 3 and 4 cylinders under the intake
manifold.
--
Ben Jerew
ASE Master Technician
New Country Lexus of Latham, NY
Amateur Off-Roader
10-20-2003, 12:52 PM
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Re: used jeep quality?
"Brian" <bsheller@comcast.net> wrote in message
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> I heard someone say that they've never seen a used Jeep that wasn't a
> POS. Is that true?
No, this is not true at all. It is certainly not any more true than a
statement that all used Mustangs are trashed, or that used BMWs are junk, or
used anything else it crap. The Crap Factor has a lot to do with the seller.
If one were buying a Jeep (Wrangler), should one
> choose brand new over late model used because of reliability/defect
> issues?
>
No. One should choose a new one because they like new stuff, or a used one
if they can tolerate Coke spilled on the floor and a few parking lot dings.
10-20-2003, 12:52 PM
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Re: used jeep quality?
"Brian" <bsheller@comcast.net> wrote in message
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> I heard someone say that they've never seen a used Jeep that wasn't a
> POS. Is that true?
No, this is not true at all. It is certainly not any more true than a
statement that all used Mustangs are trashed, or that used BMWs are junk, or
used anything else it crap. The Crap Factor has a lot to do with the seller.
If one were buying a Jeep (Wrangler), should one
> choose brand new over late model used because of reliability/defect
> issues?
>
No. One should choose a new one because they like new stuff, or a used one
if they can tolerate Coke spilled on the floor and a few parking lot dings.
10-20-2003, 12:52 PM
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Re: used jeep quality?
"Brian" <bsheller@comcast.net> wrote in message
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> I heard someone say that they've never seen a used Jeep that wasn't a
> POS. Is that true?
No, this is not true at all. It is certainly not any more true than a
statement that all used Mustangs are trashed, or that used BMWs are junk, or
used anything else it crap. The Crap Factor has a lot to do with the seller.
If one were buying a Jeep (Wrangler), should one
> choose brand new over late model used because of reliability/defect
> issues?
>
No. One should choose a new one because they like new stuff, or a used one
if they can tolerate Coke spilled on the floor and a few parking lot dings.
10-20-2003, 03:02 PM
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Re: used jeep quality?
Owning a Jeep is like being with a woman. You have to put money into her to
keep her happy. I see no difference in an old versus new Jeep except cost.
It's also more fun to work on an "older" Jeep... cutting yourself on steels
just feels better than a plastic cut.
"Brian" <bsheller@comcast.net> wrote in message
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> I heard someone say that they've never seen a used Jeep that wasn't a
> POS. Is that true? If one were buying a Jeep (Wrangler), should one
> choose brand new over late model used because of reliability/defect
> issues?
>
> B
>
> --
> Brian Heller
>
> It is easier to tame wild beasts
> than to conquer the human mind.
keep her happy. I see no difference in an old versus new Jeep except cost.
It's also more fun to work on an "older" Jeep... cutting yourself on steels
just feels better than a plastic cut.
"Brian" <bsheller@comcast.net> wrote in message
news:bsheller-3A73A3.23004519102003@news05.east.earthlink.net...
> I heard someone say that they've never seen a used Jeep that wasn't a
> POS. Is that true? If one were buying a Jeep (Wrangler), should one
> choose brand new over late model used because of reliability/defect
> issues?
>
> B
>
> --
> Brian Heller
>
> It is easier to tame wild beasts
> than to conquer the human mind.