Why You NEED to Buy a Jeep Cherokee XJ NOW!
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- Опубліковано 25 лип 2024
- In this video I discuss how quickly these clean Jeep Cherokee XJs are disappearing and becoming more rare every day. I also give some advice on how to purchase a clean Jeep Cherokee XJ for anybody interested. Finally, I give an update on my 2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 factory order.
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Would you ever pay almost $85k for a restored XJ???
With inflation we probably all will! Lol
@@dmoney6633 very true😂 but will the interest rates bring the prices down🤔
@@KCars we can hope that they will
@@dmoney6633 true
No friggin way! I’d rather go buy a 2022 Ford F-350 tremor 4x4 6.7 powerstroke.😂
I was offered $14K for my 2001 XJ about a month ago. 153K on the clock and rust-free.
Not bad. Any mods?
Bone stock. Factory towing package. Factory off road package (called Upcountry). It basically has every option available. And no rust.
@subroc22 I believe it. It would probably go for even more than that
Just bought a completely stock, white ‘00 XJ Sport with 56k original miles. Arizona garaged it’s whole life. Paid $11k and I think I got a deal. Drove a ‘96 XJ Country for 10 years a while back. Had to get another one, and I’ll never sell it!
Just bought one after 2 years of searching for the best one
Now lifted and completely rebuild so happy with it 😃
Good to hear, enjoy it!
My 92 is st 280k. Mainly rust free besides a small patch I fixed on rear floorboard. Has an exhaust leak but runs like a champion.
Sweet! These things run pretty much forever with proper maintenance
I recently bought a rust free original XJ classic. Its in great condition and its my 4th... This one is a keeper. Its an awesome design. I love it.😊
Good to hear! Take good care of it
My girlfriend and I looked at like 5 XJ's in southern California. The first few were lifted and had a lot of rust and holes. We finally found a stock 2001 4.0 2WD one in perfect condition for $3,800, was an older lady's daily driver. Zero rust underneath, I was happy to finally find it. Just wish it was 4WD.
Ya that stinks but you could always do a conversion🤷🏼♂️
Swap is easy. Go to junkyard. Pull a transfer case. Pull a dana 30 and drive shaft.
I have a '96 XJ Sport 2 Dr I bought new, it has 125K miles. I live in the high desert of Oregon we almost never get more than 15% humidity even in the snow. No salt on the roads here either. So it is truly a rust free car. There are hundreds of old XJ's around here, some pretty nice and others just mainly parts cars. Your XJ is looking pretty nice. I thought about updating mine with new grill etc.. to make it look like a 2001 model but I've had this old gal so long I just can't do it. Thanks for the video!
Thanks for watching! Sounds like you truly have a gem, take good care of it!
Had 3 XJ'S they are awesome vehicles... Easy to maintain. Just a great off roader.
Agreed. I wish they still made them like that
Just finished up my 89 rust free 125K mile XJ Laredo with a nice paint job. It's completely stock sans 235 tires and runs flawlessly. I know folk that disdain the Renix MPFI since it's pre OBD but this thing runs just fine. It's not that hard to diagnose IF it's not running correctly, but since I've owned it, it's not skipped a beat. These XJ's are so small and nimble and easy to get around and park. No need for a backup camera. I don't plan on selling it but if someone would offer me crazy money who knows. Thanks for your channel and updates.
Sweet! These old XJs are definitely super reliable. Thanks for watching!
Cool ride I have a 97 Laredo and an 83 Cherokee fire rig all red and white reflective stripe all away around.
Nice Ride. I agree with you about keeping it Nice. I have a '97 XJ Sport. 100% rust-free. It was an unbelievable find. Can you share some of your sources for purchasing parts for your XJ?
Thanks! I’ve used Quadratec a lot as well as Amazon. Also used some mopar online sites
Where i can get those mud flaps? besides that's a clean XJ, you are my inspiration to care and restore this excellent Jeeps.
Those mud flaps actually came with the Jeep. I ordered new ones for the rear and am planning on making a video about them if they end up fitting so look out for that. Thanks!
That bumper came out really nicely. Don't scratch it when you install the missing piece!
Definitely did, super happy with how it came out. Already got it installed and luckily it’s plastic so no harm was done. Thanks for watching!
I had to get rid of my 95 wrangler last year (rotten frame and floors) trying to find another one but I can't believe the prices $30.000 used!
Ya it’s going insane, I was looking at getting a TJ awhile ago and just couldn’t justify spending that much
Be glad you don’t live in the south because jeep owners here in Georgia don’t consider the xj part of the Jeep family. But as a Cherokee owner I’m proud of mine. Nice looking xj my friend enjoyed the video
Hmm very interesting. I can understand not considering the new Cherokee part of the Jeep family but not the XJ. Thanks for watching!
Love the XJ 🤙
Thanks!
I'm currently in the market for a used Jeep Cherokee (1997-2001) and could use some expert advice. When considering the purchase of a used Jeep Cherokee, at what mileage threshold should I start to be concerned? In other words, what is considered too high mileage for a used Jeep Cherokee, indicating that I might want to pass on that particular vehicle? I'm looking for insights into reliability, maintenance expectations, and overall value as the mileage increases. Thanks in advance for your guidance!"
Personally I like lower mileage and would pay more for it but they can definitely still be solid at higher mileage as long as they have been maintained well. I’d say up to about 300k would be considered ok as long as it’s been maintained, that’s the most important part. I have a video series on all the maintenance that I did to mine after I bought it, I’d recommend doing all that on any XJ after you buy it just to make sure you have a good starting platform and you take care of the basics, it could also reveal any other issues that need to be addressed
I just bought a 83 with 70k Mike's for 1900.
I have to fix a lot last guy kinda didn't know how to buy recently getting water in egr return if my Weber carb filter, any ideas??
Good question. I’ve never ran into this issue but I’m sure somebody on the comments here could help
Damn that's a nice xj
Thanks!
I got a silver 01 early in the summer it’s clean no rust or rot but does have a white rear hatch kinda bugs me hahah but I got mine with 103k I currently have 120k
Sweet! Any mods or anything you have planned for it?
@@KCars I want to keep her so what stock but I like the beefy look on urs I want somthing similar but currently just replacing stuff trying to keep her clean I absolutely love the jeep best vehicle I’ve ever drove
@philromeo9481 that’s a good plan especially if it’s already clean! But the meaty look definitely looks good as well
I bought a new car and had planned to sell my 2001 Jeep Cherokee 60th Anniversary edition, but I am having second thoughts. I have been holding on because I am not sure how much it is worth. It has 250k and a fair amount of rust.
I’d say definitely hold it if it’s something you’re interested in. Rust and everything else can always be fixed
You can see cars and bids site by Doug's how much XJs are going for.🚀
Haven’t taken a look yet are they pretty insane on there?
What shop do you take your XJ into for work? You're located in Virginia right?
Dirt nerds motors. Super cool guys that work there and haven’t had any issues
@@KCars I am going to check them out! I live in the Staunton/Charlottesville area if you are ever down this way and talk XJ projects.
@@jacksheehan5448 for sure, I’m jealous that you’re around all the good off-roading areas in the state lol
I just bought an 1988 XJ for $1800.00 just under 160,000 miles. No rust (California).
Dang sounds like a good deal if it runs good
fully agree - however, didn't they build ab. 4 mio + Cherokee XJs ? Being a happy XJ 4.0 owner high prices are good news, but this is not really comprehensible. For comparison: sold my 72 Triumph TR6 - a British classic - some years ago for ab. 16k - only 50.000 of my version were ever built.
Ya probably but it’s super hard to find stock and clean ones that’s why they are going for crazy amount now
@@KCars yeah - as mine is stock and clean - should be plain sailing
@@JoeVizethum sweet, probably worth a pretty penny then
What’s the name of the shop doing your undercoating?
Dirt nerds motors
@@KCars Oh that's not far from DC! I may have to check them out.
@Directed by Don sweet!
Quick question, your wheels are 15"?
Yes
Mines pretty dam straight as well been building for 3 yrs now hope to get it out this summer they are going up in price big time they beat em up I just daily a lifted warn winch that I use to fish and camp best investment I will get in return in time if I sell
Absolutely true, these things have been sky rocketing in value
When are you going to redo that headliner?
Eventually lol it’s on the list
@@KCars I did mine with headliner material from Joann Fabric! Totally affordable. And the 3m headliner adhesive is a must.
@@SAMusement did it give you the same OEM look?
Same here.. replaced my headliner with the material from Joann fabrics. Like dude said, get a good can of glue and just take your time.
@ryanellis5902 thanks!
I just inherited a '95 xj with 59k miles, garage kept, bone stock. Posted it in a FB group and everyone's saying it's a Cream Puff Unicorn and don't modify it. and sell it for 20k lol
They are definitely gems to the right people. Take good care of it!
@@KCars I’m caught between modding it or not lol
@@DjRapnytech that’s a tough question. It’s all personal preference but I wouldn’t do anything that isn’t reversible to it
Once yours is fully restored you can do mine, you know for content purposes
I’d love to
regardless, as much as I may love Cherokees... the youngest one is now 22 years old and probably needs its fair share of TLC... for some of the prices people are asking on marketplace, you could have a much newer, more capable rig to sink money into.
Many people would beg to different on that statement. I might be biased but I think the XJ is one of the best platforms to build one of the most capable off-road vehicles ever. Wrangler TJs are going for more than the XJs and if people are willing to buy them at those prices then people will keep listing them at those prices and keep going higher
I have 2 of these and until I get 2 more for spares I'll tell everyone they suck, go get a real jeep!
Lol I guess that’s one way to do it🤷🏼♂️
Only one? Got 3 already 😂
Luckkyyyy I’m jealous
If you want a rust free xj live in the desert, 230k miles and no rust, lol
That’s one way to do it lol