I have my great grandpas 5.9, he bought it brand new and when he died it had just over 40,000 miles. It went to my grandma who put another 30,000 miles. I got it with 70,000 miles and perfect condition. Wouldnt trade it for any other offroad SUV under 40k. Its sitting now at just over 90,000 miles :)
Hope you dont drive that beauty other than the weekends. One of my closest friends growing up had one. Was absolutely stunning, and I loved the power. RIP ANDREW🕊
Bought one for my son as first vehicle in high school. He's driven it for 5 years and it's still going strong. That engine sounds better than anything made by any company today including Jeep. Just the best low rumble that gets into your guts and literally grows hair on the chest of any living creature in earshot.
What was the insurance like on a V-8 four-wheel-drive car for a high school boy? I ask because I’ve considered getting one of these as a winter beater and then giving it to my son
@@2steaksandwiches665 The insurance wasn't bad, it's the gas bills he'll have with that engine. 5.9 liter is a real thirsty girl. My son was smart enough to make sure anyone who got in for a ride had cash, gas, or ass. I'd recommend that you get a 3rd gen 4runner for your kid, 2000-2002. Solid as a tank and not great on gas but not terrible like V8. Just remember that if it's not front engine and V8 it's communist. Happy motoring and safe travels!
I miss my Jeep ZJ 1996 with 250K miles 4x4 and still running strong... (Jeep JKU Wrangler now) but still look the ZJ pics and I say damn that Jeep was awesome!
I’m so jealous of your 5.9 it’s the cleanest one I’ve ever seen I own 2 but they are rough examples haha that’s a sweet 5.9 for sure tho man and I’m glad your telling people about these awesome jeeps!
I have the same exact car, color and all. Mine has 200,000 miles on it. Engine never even opened up. I keep the oil changed every 3,000 miles with Mobile 1. I also have a 2014 Jeep SRT. I love both of them.
That's a very clean example. I daily drove a right hand drive version of this with the 4.0 motor. Thing still had a muscle car noise with the right exhaust, super comfortable seats and ride, but was a bit lacking in acceleration. I plan to import one from over there one day, so thank you for uploading something a bit more in depth than what you'd usually find on these!
My dad had one, it was the first car I learned to drive when i was like 11 yrs old, it wasnt stock, it had a beefy metal offroad bumper and a vinch he also used to use it as a snow plow car, man I loved it. Also been in a ditch and stuck in places with it.
I have been stickin those 5.9L MAGNUM motors in TJ.s. Just finisned up my 4th one. Always wanted that 98 with one but hasn't happened. Got too jeeps already.
5:40 Correction: All 5.9s came with rear disc brakes which were only an option (and not a terribly common one) on the 5.2 Limited and below models. It also shipped with marginally larger sway bars than the other models.
I still have mine but it has been sitting for a few years at my dads house...I have a 4.5inch Rubicon lift with 34" rock crushers....I have people constantly ask my dad if its for sale and when he says they can call me but dont count on it...I never get a call lol Honestly its my baby and I wouldn't let it go for under 10k and I'd still have to think about it at 10k.
I was surprised how quick these were, 0-60 in 6.8 seconds was a rocket at that time when it came to SUVs. My uncle had a 98 Dakota 5.9 RT and that thing was surprisingly a dog, even tho it had the same engine. I think they were mapped differently, at partial throttle, the Dakota 5.9 RT felt really strong. Mash the go pedal to the floor, and it was very disappointing.
ive got one in nj only 114k miles engine and trans amazing. broke the spring saddle in front last week so don't think im up to repairing it . email ltreacy@reagan.com if interested
Review a 1995 Cherokee limited. With the 5.2 awd... :). My daily driver. 5.2 Magnum, mine's ragged out, and I still enjoy it, but I'm 41, and haven't driven a car over the year of say 1996 - maybe I once drove a Ford escape maybe 2004 of a friend... But, when my jeep was nice, it would spin the tires, one front, one back, on dry pavement. The 95, and probably your 98, ARE jeeps.You'll figure that out when you USE it as a jeep. It's at home on a dirt road, just like my 86 Chevy Scottsdale 4×4, but she's a different story, but let me be honest, and say the jeep is better in MUD, in SNOW then my old pick-up. Take your jeep round some fast turns on gravel, dirt, or even snow you'll not feel the awd is weird then. I've never hauled anything with it, but I believe it would be a great hauler, mines got issues preventing a hitch install. My 5.2 kept up with a dodge Magnum on some back roads, or was that my truck? Fun in the mud, and snow is all I know. :) Highway driving is smooth. Power is great, shift her down low (2nd), and let her rip, you're passing, quickly, whatever's in front of you. I've also converted mine to a camper at one time. Crank the heat (GREAT HEAT), listen to some music, shit her off, night night. I'm 5'9", and for just ME it was comfortable. The 5.2 alternator is big, for all your power accessories, I have three batteries, one starting, two isolated, a third in the mix from time to time. Lights, all night, no worries, movies, no problem, lap top etc... All through my 1,000 watt power inverter. I've used it for hauling, for moving, I've thrown items on the roof, including pallets, strap them down on the roof rack, spare tires, whatever. Lay the seats down you can haul a nice amount of cargo... I made love to my ex- wife many times, in the back of that jeep... :)
They don't really compare, to be honest. The 5.9 Limited feels like a luxury vehicle that has gobs of power. The RAV4 feels like an inexpensive compact SUV with a small engine. But I love them both! If I had a favorite, I'd only have one of them in my garage.
It was 1998, right? As far as I know by that time already existed the Mercedes ML. 5.9 ZJ maybe was faster than the 320 model but there were 55 AMG and 430 too. They hadn't come out by 1998?
No. This was the fastest at the time. AMG did first one in 1999 because Jeep did it first. They made a fast luxury 4x4 that started the trend all makers followed after. Unfortunately they all lost the 4x4 and are just fast now. The Niner still sounds better than everything else made today regardless of their power and amenities but will lose them on the trails for sure.
There was hardly a difference between the 5.2 and the 5.9 if you put the right mods on it they were damn near the same power. I mean my 97 5.2 that I traded in for my 5.9 was hardly any different, maybe there was something wrong with it because it hauled ass.
ya boi Gabe Newell I used 87 for the 5.2. I had a first gen K&N intake(one bolt) and a Borla muffler and tailpipe. The 5.9 with the same K&N, I put premium 91/92 all the time.
The 46re transmission if not maintained properly every 30 to 50,000 miles will start to make the five nine a little doggie. I have had both the five two and the five nine and there is just so much more power in a 5 9. I currently have three of them indifferent off-road flavors :-)
I have my great grandpas 5.9, he bought it brand new and when he died it had just over 40,000 miles. It went to my grandma who put another 30,000 miles. I got it with 70,000 miles and perfect condition. Wouldnt trade it for any other offroad SUV under 40k. Its sitting now at just over 90,000 miles :)
Hope you dont drive that beauty other than the weekends. One of my closest friends growing up had one. Was absolutely stunning, and I loved the power. RIP ANDREW🕊
I 5.9 swapped my ZJ, and then manual swapped it. Literally the best thing you can do for one of these things.
The grill is different for cooling reasons, the vents do function, hold your hand behind them while the fan is running.
Bought one for my son as first vehicle in high school. He's driven it for 5 years and it's still going strong. That engine sounds better than anything made by any company today including Jeep. Just the best low rumble that gets into your guts and literally grows hair on the chest of any living creature in earshot.
What was the insurance like on a V-8 four-wheel-drive car for a high school boy? I ask because I’ve considered getting one of these as a winter beater and then giving it to my son
@@2steaksandwiches665 The insurance wasn't bad, it's the gas bills he'll have with that engine. 5.9 liter is a real thirsty girl. My son was smart enough to make sure anyone who got in for a ride had cash, gas, or ass. I'd recommend that you get a 3rd gen 4runner for your kid, 2000-2002. Solid as a tank and not great on gas but not terrible like V8. Just remember that if it's not front engine and V8 it's communist. Happy motoring and safe travels!
I miss my Jeep ZJ 1996 with 250K miles 4x4 and still running strong... (Jeep JKU Wrangler now) but still look the ZJ pics and I say damn that Jeep was awesome!
I’m so jealous of your 5.9 it’s the cleanest one I’ve ever seen I own 2 but they are rough examples haha that’s a sweet 5.9 for sure tho man and I’m glad your telling people about these awesome jeeps!
I have the same exact car, color and all. Mine has 200,000 miles on it. Engine never even opened up. I keep the oil changed every 3,000 miles with Mobile 1. I also have a 2014 Jeep SRT. I love both of them.
Rich K best color
Its really difficult to find one at that condition . 👍👍
I found one!
I think I may buy it.
@@paulsullivan3549 😊 do it.
@@emiraydemir7524 Just sealed the deal Two thousand dollars.
200k,babied by the little old lady across the street.
@@paulsullivan3549 Here it is the one in good condition around 10-12.000 dollars
@@paulsullivan3549 One literally popped up on craigslist near me. 80k miles no rust but 9k listing.
That's a very clean example. I daily drove a right hand drive version of this with the 4.0 motor. Thing still had a muscle car noise with the right exhaust, super comfortable seats and ride, but was a bit lacking in acceleration.
I plan to import one from over there one day, so thank you for uploading something a bit more in depth than what you'd usually find on these!
My dad had one, it was the first car I learned to drive when i was like 11 yrs old, it wasnt stock, it had a beefy metal offroad bumper and a vinch he also used to use it as a snow plow car, man I loved it. Also been in a ditch and stuck in places with it.
My boy bought one in 98 for 42k cash. That jeep was amazing in it's time.
Talk about depreciation... he killed money lol
@@2004cyrus He also hit a car and rolled it 6 months later. Had a 200 shot of nos in it
@@jamesminervini1251 sounds about right!
Dang that's super clean!
Wow, that condition is amazing.
This was the reason why the wk1 SRT8 Jeep Grand Cherokee was born
my mom got one in 1999, needless to say some boys walked up to her and commented on how cool it was.
I love it I have a black one. It rides very good.
I had a red one and I loved it.
I have been stickin those 5.9L MAGNUM motors in TJ.s. Just finisned up my 4th one. Always wanted that 98 with one but hasn't happened. Got too jeeps already.
tks a lot
Great Video of the 5.9! I’ve got acceleration vids of mine on my page. So hard to find these days!
Coisa Linda!!!! amo!!! i had one "modded", and I love it!!
Meu sonho essa está muito nova
Love how the whole car shakes when you rev it
dude i have same jeep in same city as you!
5:40 Correction: All 5.9s came with rear disc brakes which were only an option (and not a terribly common one) on the 5.2 Limited and below models.
It also shipped with marginally larger sway bars than the other models.
What’s the exaust setup?
Are those goodyear fortera triple treds,!? Nice 9er
precio?
Nice 5.9
It’s like the new Doug Demuro
its fucking annoying
I still have mine but it has been sitting for a few years at my dads house...I have a 4.5inch Rubicon lift with 34" rock crushers....I have people constantly ask my dad if its for sale and when he says they can call me but dont count on it...I never get a call lol
Honestly its my baby and I wouldn't let it go for under 10k and I'd still have to think about it at 10k.
How do I get on the list...
price
I use one of these to deliver mail in.
I love mine 😎
i love this monster i have one 5.9 omg i love
Hi Drew,
I have the exact same vehicle in white. Whats required to convert to part time 4 wheel drive? I love your videos
Get a 231 transfer case
5.9 vs the track hawk
Did you sell this yet? We’ve had 5 ZJs over the years and are currently searching for another clean one.
Forgot to mention the rear sound bar..lol
I was surprised how quick these were, 0-60 in 6.8 seconds was a rocket at that time when it came to SUVs. My uncle had a 98 Dakota 5.9 RT and that thing was surprisingly a dog, even tho it had the same engine. I think they were mapped differently, at partial throttle, the Dakota 5.9 RT felt really strong. Mash the go pedal to the floor, and it was very disappointing.
Thanks for this nice video! How much does these jeeps cost in the us in mint condition today?
Like 5 grand for a nice 5.9 cheaper to just buy a 500 dollar 5.2 limited and swap the motor for a couple hundred bucks lol
That’s if u find an unabused 5.9 motor of course
Yeyeyeyeyeyeyeah
Preciso de peças de v8 motor 5.9 bielas
Awesome Jeep! I hope to find one in good shape
I still want my '01 4.7 back :(
I have one its fun I raced against a Mustang and outran it in a quarter mile
Hello I'm looking to buy something like one of these but it doesn't have to be as nice or clean. Any suggestions?
Or any tips for buying?
ive got one in nj only 114k miles engine and trans amazing. broke the spring saddle in front last week so don't think im up to repairing it . email ltreacy@reagan.com if interested
Lee Tracy did he buy it
@@Aqua350Lt1 Doubt it. Everything up there is rusted all to hell. Guarantee thats why it broke.
Review a 1995 Cherokee limited. With the 5.2 awd... :). My daily driver. 5.2 Magnum, mine's ragged out, and I still enjoy it, but I'm 41, and haven't driven a car over the year of say 1996 - maybe I once drove a Ford escape maybe 2004 of a friend... But, when my jeep was nice, it would spin the tires, one front, one back, on dry pavement. The 95, and probably your 98, ARE jeeps.You'll figure that out when you USE it as a jeep. It's at home on a dirt road, just like my 86 Chevy Scottsdale 4×4, but she's a different story, but let me be honest, and say the jeep is better in MUD, in SNOW then my old pick-up. Take your jeep round some fast turns on gravel, dirt, or even snow you'll not feel the awd is weird then. I've never hauled anything with it, but I believe it would be a great hauler, mines got issues preventing a hitch install. My 5.2 kept up with a dodge Magnum on some back roads, or was that my truck? Fun in the mud, and snow is all I know. :) Highway driving is smooth. Power is great, shift her down low (2nd), and let her rip, you're passing, quickly, whatever's in front of you. I've also converted mine to a camper at one time. Crank the heat (GREAT HEAT), listen to some music, shit her off, night night. I'm 5'9", and for just ME it was comfortable. The 5.2 alternator is big, for all your power accessories, I have three batteries, one starting, two isolated, a third in the mix from time to time. Lights, all night, no worries, movies, no problem, lap top etc... All through my 1,000 watt power inverter. I've used it for hauling, for moving, I've thrown items on the roof, including pallets, strap them down on the roof rack, spare tires, whatever. Lay the seats down you can haul a nice amount of cargo... I made love to my ex- wife many times, in the back of that jeep... :)
I still have one in Denmark 😃
I have 3. All done with IRO.
I was born in one of these.
42,000 miles 😩 mine has 160k
how does it compare to your RAV4 ?
They don't really compare, to be honest. The 5.9 Limited feels like a luxury vehicle that has gobs of power. The RAV4 feels like an inexpensive compact SUV with a small engine. But I love them both! If I had a favorite, I'd only have one of them in my garage.
my dad has one of these
It was 1998, right? As far as I know by that time already existed the Mercedes ML. 5.9 ZJ maybe was faster than the 320 model but there were 55 AMG and 430 too. They hadn't come out by 1998?
No. This was the fastest at the time. AMG did first one in 1999 because Jeep did it first. They made a fast luxury 4x4 that started the trend all makers followed after. Unfortunately they all lost the 4x4 and are just fast now. The Niner still sounds better than everything else made today regardless of their power and amenities but will lose them on the trails for sure.
Can I buy it
Sure! Just make an offer I can't refuse.
How much does your 5.9 costs ? Put a price you are the owner
That’s right. What is the price ur asking. I’m a willing buyer. Let’s talk.
Is it for sale?
Have one just like this with 60k miles
@@mikalblock4389 For sale? What are you asking and where are you located?
Drew how much are u asking. I’m ready to negotiate ASAP
I have a black 5.9 with 80k..great condition 508 454 7272
@@jonathanhyde4423 still avail?
I just lost my ZJ 5.9 in a car crash, I am looking for one, if someone has one in very good condition and under 100k miles, let me know 🙏🏻
Where's the Drew Score?!
🤣🤣
😂
I love my 4.0 Grand rebuilt motor few mods I would leave this jeep!!!
Buy a SCT Tuner for it and you will unlock a whole new vehicle. 💯😎
If your in Phoenix Arizona and want to buy one I’ll sell you mine
Is it still available?
There was hardly a difference between the 5.2 and the 5.9 if you put the right mods on it they were damn near the same power. I mean my 97 5.2 that I traded in for my 5.9 was hardly any different, maybe there was something wrong with it because it hauled ass.
Maybe you used low test gas? The niner requires premium.
Granted the 5.2 and 5.9 are similar as you said
ya boi Gabe Newell I used 87 for the 5.2. I had a first gen K&N intake(one bolt) and a Borla muffler and tailpipe. The 5.9 with the same K&N, I put premium 91/92 all the time.
The 46re transmission if not maintained properly every 30 to 50,000 miles will start to make the five nine a little doggie. I have had both the five two and the five nine and there is just so much more power in a 5 9. I currently have three of them indifferent off-road flavors :-)
lose the DJ voice
Well you can’t spell Drew Johnson without DJ!
this guy wants to be Doug demuro so bad
Акмали
I'm looking to purchase one with a salvage title. 200,000 K no rust or visible rust.
Two Thousand dollars.
Yeah or ney?!
yes!
@@TheMELTDOWN911 I bought it.
Thanks.
@@TheMELTDOWN911 Here it is
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@@paulsullivan3549 OH MAN FOR 2,000! YOU ARE A LUCKY MAN!!!!
Timberland work boots HA. About as serious as powdered milk.
Bought a black one today. MOPAR2YA
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