Jeep Cherokee Prices are CRAZY
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 ก.ค. 2024
- Jeep Cherokee prices are insane AMIRITE? Ok, maybe not. This video is my personal take on what I think is going down in the jeep world and why I think it is unrealistic to expect Cherokees to sell for bottom dollar prices any longer. Yes, I believe the $10K Cherokee days are here.
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In 1998, I worked at the Chrysler-Jeep dealership, an older guy there told me, I should buy an XJ, saying in 20 years, they will be worth more then, than they are now. He was right, I bought an XJ in 98, still have it. I can't go anywhere without someone trying to buy it, or finding a note on the windshield.
1995 Jeep XJ bought for $2,800 last summer. No lift, Straight Stock. I love driving this machine. And the recognition for having a clean one is pretty cool. Gas stations, parking lots, park etc. I've been stopped many places. It's pretty Awesome & it is indeed a CLASSIC ✌🏾
Sounds like you made an epic purchase!!
I have a fully loaded 92 with 3 inches of lift and totally straight body has 190k miles and it's my absolute baby. Cherish your baby as well. Nothing better than a XJ
Driving 95 XJ County since 2003...IRON HOARSE
I bought my 1993 Jeep Cherokee Sport for only $1,300 in february of 2020 completely stock AND with 4x4 if you'd believe it. Been a great vehicle since.
@@JBenedict02 you bought at the right time because now 1300 will only get you a beat shell of an xj anymore. They run forever and are fairly easy and cheap to work on.
I totally agree. I have almost 300 hours of labor into my 97” XJ. About 15k in total parts including the Rig. My rig would have cost over 30k just labor with no parts! 😂
Labor doesn’t add to the price of a vehicle
@@DooberD33 I disagree completely. It is capital invested into a car. If someone wanted to modify a stock XJ they would be willing to pay a little more knowing someone spent 30k in the work that has been done to it. Nevertheless, one will always lose money invested into a car. My Jeep is definitely worth more than it would be in stock form with death wobble in major need of repairs. Labor is similar to parts. E.g. a mechanic who charges $125 per hour. That kind of labor or fab work invested into a car will get you more for the vehicle
@@DooberD33thats what dealers tell you, but it does when it comes to custom vehicles in the Private market. I bought a built 1999 XJ for less than the sum of its parts. I already have a project car and wanted something ready to roll. I compared the price of stock XJ's and add up all the work in parts and estimated that it had atleast 12k in parts alone,not including all the labor and shipping costs because I live in a remote location. At the end of the day, if you want it the price is the price or build one yourself.
It's a fun concept. Instead of working on your vehicle on your spare time, go to work and outsource the wrenching. But in reality - which hobbies generate $100 (or whatever) per hour just because you spend time on them? I've had my G-wagen for ten years, probably work on it 100 hours per year...is it now worth $100k?
@@lolilolplix of course not, but it is certainly worth more than it would be without all of the work you have done to it.
Dude, this was great. Thank you so much for this.
I absolutely love my XJ. I have put SO much into it because I want to drive it for another 20 years. 2000 XJ Classic with factory tow package. Absolutely zero rust (California Jeep) It's all original interior - dark leather, power everything, borderline mint condition interior. I did a meticulous 4.7 stroker conversion, everything under the hood upgraded and installed per spec. 4.5" lift on 33" BFG K02s 15" Methods. I'm currently rebuilding the linkage, re-gearing to 4.56 Yukon gears and considering what lockers will eventually go in (if any... its primarily a daily). However... if someone did offer me 30k for it I suppose I would consider selling it. Probably not... lol
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It’s about time someone gave the xj the respect and publicity that it deserves. I’m a xj man myself and love it!!! Thanks dude for putting this video out here for others to see!!
Since my teen years I have always been in love with the 91-93 range with chrome grill. 5 years ago I bought a 92 xj and it has been my absolute favorite ever since. It's 80% restored and still going and currently getting lifted.
The 91-94s are really the sweet spot for style. The chrome is just so classy in that body style. The laredo tweed and leather seats and the sport spoked steering wheel are perfect.
Before I had my 01 XJ Limited stolen back in September last year (never found, hurts my soul when I think about it), I used to get stopped and complimented on how clean it was, 3.5 inch RC lift with 31” KO2s and my JCR tire carrier in the back, zero rust (I bought it in Arizona and drove back to Cali where I’m from). Got offered $15K for it much higher than what I bought for it but I always refused but thanked them for the compliments. My biggest regret to this day was not buying an AirTag for it because I thought I didn’t need it. Bit me in the ass when my beloved XJ was stolen. If you’re an XJ owner and you’re reading this and haven’t already, buy an AirTag or gps tracker keep it in your XJ. Learn from my mistake.
That is sad. I hate all these low life thieves. Do you have a recommendation for a particular AIRTAG or gps tracker??? Ive never looked into these.
@@ZenithClarity if you have an iPhone the apple AirTags work great. If not, get a “Tile” gps tag. Both are very easy to track on your phone.
Thanks. The 96 jeep I have was stolen when my brother owned it. Very fortunate it was spotted , ditched on a field with a messed up ignition and that's all, 3 months later.
This is absolutely the most level headed take on what seems to be a growing trend of “cheapskating”. 90s vehicles are entering the classic arena. If you’ve never been interested or tried to get a classic car, this is 100% the experience. Only this time it’s not your dad’s gen cars, it’s yours, and you’re likely getting old. So there’s that to enjoy.
it's funny you say that. I'm in my 30's now. Does that make me old?! hahaha
yep just retired. 😅🤙🏻
I have a Black 2001 XJ, the whole thing is murdered out. 5% tint all around 50% on windshield. Blacked out turn signals, tail lights, led headlights. Have a 3.5” old man emu lift. JKS adjustable control arms, sway bar disconnects, adjustable track bar. Fox 2.0 steering stabilizer. 4.7 stroker making over 300 hp, throttle body spacer, spectre cold air intake, slip yoke eliminator, JCR front and rear bumpers, jcr rear quarter panel armor. Fuel off-road 15x10 (Anza D557) 31x10.50 cooper STT discoverer pros, 2 inch wheels spacers, sound system with 12 inch sub, and brand new kicker speakers, muffler delete. There’s probably a lot more I can’t think of lol but I’ve had somebody at a gas station offer me 5k for it and it took my all to hold my anger back haha.
People are not using their brains hahaha
Well said. Unfortunately a lot of people just don't understand basic economics no matter how many times it's explained to them. Thanks for taking the time to break it down and hopefully a few more people will gain some knowledge and insight from your explanation.
Great vid! The price increase is definitely noticeable especially in the uk and now certain parts are becoming almost impossible to find!
I am sure the prices are even more increased where you are. It's crazy to think XJ's were sold globally.
I have always been a CJ guy, I just picked up my first XJ for 4k to accommodate tor the growing family. I felt like that was a good deal for the shape the Jeep is in. I am excited to build it into something that is priceless to me too.
Right on the money. Paid 1500$ for my 95 in 2018. Had 2 mishaps that required front end rebuilds (no major frame damage) and along with the mods and repairs, the Bumble Jeep is worth almost what I have into it. (about 6500$) And more to come. Good stuff. God bless and stay well.
Great way of explaining it. I’m so tired of seeing everyone complain abt pricing on Facebook
Guys on club XJ, get irrate if someone says XJs are sell for double digits. I'm like, why all the hate bro? Wonder why get so pissed, you think they would happy.
As a Cherokee guy (that also owns a zj and tj), I have been watching this happen with wranglers for years. It’s about time the xj catches up and gets some love! Why is ok for the wranglers to charge crazy amount and not xjs.?.
People are remembering a time when XJ’s were plentiful and cheap so they’re butthurt now haha
The wrangler guys think there stuff is the shit well we getting our due now and ours is the shit way better in my book
Almost seems like Yjs are cheaper than Xjs.
Bought my two door ‘92 XJ stock in 2012 from an old man. Had 109,000 ORIGINAL miles. Has 4.0L I6 with AW-4 transmission. I swapped the transfer case from 242 to 231 and now it’s lifted with 33s and 3.5” lift. I love this vehicle more than any other. I paid $1500. AZ vehicle.
Great info here. 10 years ago I helped my brother get a 96 XJ that he cherished and treated well. Kept it original and well maintained.
In his recent passing, it became mine and I've decided to catch up on some maintenence that fell behind.
I'm 65, and plan to put historc tags on it and enjoy it while I watch the market. I plan to sell it to someone who will love it like my brother did. He HAD to have that ONE, and I can see why. I'm learning. Thanks.
And now I have to go to your fun vids, cause he left me a few of those, too.
I have an 89 Sport 4x4 and I love it! I’m still putting the time and $$ into it to get it back to being a reliable, safe DD. I have big plans for it, looking to build a rig that can go fast in the desert, and crawl in Moab just the same. It’s a hobby for me to have something in the garage to wrench on and improve. I paid $3500 2 years ago. I wouldn’t take less than $6000 now, even then, I would have a hard time selling. It’s my 1st Jeep, and I plan on keeping it. Maybe for the rest of my life… Great video, ty.
Same here in Australia. Saw one listed for $9k. She was clean as...
I get heaps of compliments on mine, it's a big rugged and rough, but in a beefed up 4x4 way. Raptor liner with orange bumble Bee stripe where the factor trim use to be and has a 4.2 rebuilt motor with 27,000 miles on it and just recently put my old transmission in it last week which has been completely rebuilt with shift kit. Has less that 250 miles on her. Zero rust. don't live near the ocean, don't drive on the beach, and no road salt used here... no snow
Sub’d. Sick jeep bro! I’m a proud owner of a 99 XJ AX15. I’m with you I have no plans on selling my rig, it’s been extremely reliable and has all the modern comfort that you can’t get in a TJ YJ CJ. Your channel is motivating me to put up some content on my XJ, thanks! 2A 🇺🇸!!
I have a 92 YJ and a 98 XJ they both feel like death traps after I bought a 15 Silverado. But I still love driving the XJ and it is leaps and bounds better than the YJ.
Bought 2 about 3 years ago anticipating this...glad I did!
I bought my 99 a little over a year ago for 800. Its high miles and a little beat up cosmeticly but it runs like a dream and has 0 rust or corrosion. After I got it the prices took a big jump and I don't regret my decision a single bit.
Really well spoken. 10 years ago Id never image paying $5000 to have a cherokee painted, but now Im putting money away to do just that. I have a very clean 97 sport (besides bad paint) in my favorite Moss Green Pearl, and they are not on every corner anymore. Its now worth it to make them really nice because you can insure them accordingly. I've been obsessed with these since I got my driver's license in 2008, and now suddenly the rest of the world is too.
The best part about them is the community, XJ guys are they best Jeep guys. Always just stoked to see another cherokee and what's done to it. Made so many random friends in parking lots and everyone has a story. Also your story with the guy in the Dodge 1500 is spot on, we all know that guy and that guy sucks.
OK it's too early in the AM, but it took you talking about shooting to figure out where I have seen you - your "other" channel! Love to see others also loving some Jeeps. Just got my first XJ so my JT had a friend. Great build on your XJ and solid discussion around the "worth" 🤘🏼
Excellent, well put I agree 100% 👍🏾
Great video, beautiful XJ!
I wouldn't take 50k for mine. I've probably put 25k into it. I don't expect to get back what I paid for it because it won't be for sale. Beautiful jeep and good video. Thanks for the update
Thanks for checking the content out!
Love the content man! Your subscriber base is going to blow up before you know it. Keep it up
Im so pumped that I bought an all original 2 door tan on tan for 1500 from a friend of mine and I can’t wait to source parts around town and slowly build it
i bought a 01’ amber-fire pearl XJ for 1,900 completely stock so far best car to own especially during my teen years and it’s the best teenage build for me imo. i’m happy that i’ll be able to run a lift soon , it’s definitely an eye catcher with a rare color 😁👍🏼!
I just bought a super clean all black 01 XJ last week for 6K and I’ve never been more stoked. It’s my second time owning this exact XJ and I beat myself up or scrapping my first one. I’m really excited to upgrade and mod it. I’m definitely never going to sell it after watching this video.
I was able to pickup a 95 2.5 for 300$. Threw 2000 in it now its roadworks, won't sell for any dollar amount. I had a Comanche as my first jeep experience, it was fantastic and reliable. I own 2 XJ and I can't part with either, they're too reliable and difficult to come by anymore, nothing compares! My 93 has clocked 370K and STILL runs!!. They are incredible vehicles!
Damn best production I’ve seen on 4wd content
87 xj that I got for free 10 years ago. Not stock besides motor and a els. But wouldn't trade it for anything. Love the xj. Thanks for the content.
I had 3 XJ's....
A 98, and 2 x 96.
Loved em all. Wish I still had my 98. It's a true classic.
Awesome! Absolute great explanation! I shared your video on FB XJCMG!
Thanks for sharing!!
Great video! If only more people understood this! I love my XJ’s and will never sell them.
I bought my 01 cherokee for 3k and put new rims and tires and tinted all the windows, replaced the headliner and kept the interior and exterior mint and it’s has 160k miles and I won’t take anything less than 10-13k for it because it never fails me in any weather or terrain
Great video, I paid 2500 for mine but the interior is great minus the headliner, gotta replace the driver floorboard and the rockers are nonexistent. I still feel mine was a good deal less than 180k miles and the drive train is great. I have my plans mapped out on a timeline and the ok from my lady to do those plans lol
All great points! Only thing I could think that could foil your plan was if jeep made another XJ in the future. Which seems ridiculous yes. But I’m sure they are well aware of what is currently happening in the market. It doesn’t seem impossible to me that they bring back a small box suv just like the big 3 did with muscle cars. That new turbo inline 6 would make a hell of an off-roader
true story I payed $2800. just put $ 10.000 in parts and installed my garage .if i had a shop do the work i would be around $30.000 invested. i love the xj size. keep up the good work
Ive been doin the XJ thing for about 10 years now, everything he said is perfectly accurate
When I got mine a few months ago the original owner said that he was showing it to people back to back that day and I was the second person to see it. Its dead stock with 185,000 miles and he was asking $3500. I noticed that the doors had some rust and the there was rust around the windshield but I thought it was still worth it so I offered him $3750 cash on the spot to seal the deal. The previous owner was absolutely in love with it and I gotta admit I love it too.
Right on man I just bought a 97 xj for 2500 clean interior no hacking on wiring no frills aside power mirrors minimal mods 1.75” leveling pucks and 2x6 rocker replacement 270k on the clock runs great some typical rust belt cancer but nothing I can’t fix with a cutting wheel and a welder. This video put my mind at ease I thought I had paid a bit too much but it is my unicorn Jeep because it’s a 5sp and it’s been taken care of bought by an employee at the Jeep plant in Toledo Ohio off the line it has spent its entire life in the buckeye state. I saw one the other day on line beat to fuck 2500 bucks it seems to be the starting point
It sounds like you got a good one man. Get that rust fixed up and keep it in good shape. Value should only go up 💪🏻
When I started driving jeeps, I could pick one up that needed a little bit of work to run for $3-400. Your off-road parts were what you paid money for. When you inevitably rolled it or wrecked it you’d buy another shell and transfer your parts. I’m happy to see the XJ get its due these days though. People always made fun of them saying they were mom-mobiles etc. But it has a light vehicle weight, relatively short wheelbase and it’s so easy to work on. Imho it’s one of the best trail ride vehicle for family fun and camping. I’ve got an ‘88 and an ‘89 I’m holding onto.
got my xj for 4k with a rough country 4.5 inch lift and it gave me a really good headstart at making my xj the best version of itself. im only 16 so im not making enough to even think about getting that lift if i had gotten a stock car. hopefully sometime in the future i can swap it with a m85 or a 2jz.
Great video
I agree with everything you said regarding the cherokee pricing. I have a 2nd gen Dodge with a Cummins and enjoy driving my jeep XJ a lot better lately. I got it about 1/2 year ago for 5500 with 6 1/2 long arm lift under 95k miles with some rust. Probably about fair. It also needed a bit of work.
Today, the only cheap ones need a lot of work. I got my '96 Country for $1000 from a guy who broke the tranny and had it so dirty I had to take the entire interior apart and replace or wash everything. I have about $1500 invested already, but I'm sure I could sell it for at least $6K to 7K.
I live in Cali, and I will tell you that there are lots of cheap XJs around here, you just need to look hard. Lately, I've been finding some at junkyards in much better condition than my own. If I could catch people turning them in to the Pick-a-Part for $150 and instead offer them $250 I could probably turn a good profit fixing them up. You don't even have to repaint them or even fix dents. There are so many at the local junkyards all you need to to take the part you need in the color you want.
You’re correct brother, I have three 2 of them fully stock. The other on 35 trimmed fenders. Just sold a completely stock 2000 4x4 XJ with death wobble and front shocks were shot for $5,500 with 196 K miles zero rust. I told the buyer everything it needed, he didn’t flinched gave me the cash and drove her 30 miles home with DW. Keeping the lifted on selling the other stock one later on and putting that money onto the 2005 LJ.
I’m jealous you got more then one 😂😂 I only got one and i want another
Your a Badass Bro .. I'm all in- I call lol. i liked this video, nice work. Gotta 99 XJ Classic maroon (last yr of the distributor) as my off road toy/ everyday driver clean like yours, I scored a 98 5.9 .. niner! as my Hot Rod .. I'm so F%#in lucky and i just sold my wife's Subaru and bought her a 2005 WK for Christmas and she loves it. I'm all Jeep now with some of the best model's. Keep talking Jeep cuz we are out here living this dream too.
Well said sir!!
The wife and I were preparing for a 2000 mile trip in our black 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 2-Door, 4WD that we've owned since it came off lease in 2004, and then added a 3" lift kit, axle extenders with 33" tires on 16" rims. We took it to our favorite privately-owned mechanic shop that did most of the maintenance on it and told them to do whatever it needs to guarantee it will have no problems on the trip. So, they went over it and did what needed to be done to make it totally reliable, and nothing that didn't need to be done.
When I got the keys and went out to drive it home, one of the mechanics ran out of the shop and asked me what I'd take for it. I said I'm not interested in selling it. He said 2-door XJ's are very rare and one's in as great a shape as mine are considerably rarer, and so he's very serious and offered $25K cash. I said that's a good price, but not interested in selling it. He told me he's seen 4-door XJ's that are almost in as good of shape as mine going for $27K to $30K and selling fast - and he would go that high for mine too. - I said that's great, but I'm still not interested. He gave me his card and said if I ever decide to sell it - give him the first call. I said I would.
That was 2 years ago, and we still have it - and probably always will. -- So YES - Cherokee's are selling for a high premium - simply because there's nothing else like them being made anymore. The market is begging for someone to make an SUV as good as the XJ - but the ivory tower idiots are just too stupid and too proud to admit their mistake in discontinuing the legacy Cherokee - and so they probably never will make another one like it - and so the price for XJ's continues to go up and up....
Always loved the XJ's... about 4 1/2 years ago finally bought my clean low mileage all original one. And love it. Someone would have to offer me crazy money to even consider selling it. And in this current market with inflation the way it is... anyone who has a paid off vehicle that has been reliable for them, it would save them money in the long run to just keep it. Because if you buy another vehicle in this current market... well you're probably going to be over paying for it.
The Law of Supply and demand. I learned this when I sold my, 71 Datsun 510 (was dam nice too) in 91 for $2500.00. Try to get one now. I currently have a 2000 XJ with Zero Rust, Accidents, Dents, leaks or issues. I'm just gonna keep it for the next 20 years :).
Had a 89 xj sold it a few years back missed it the day I sold it finally found another one unmolested low miles and rust free a California one were I live ,won't be letting this one go and turning it into a overland vehicle little by little tons of fun .
I have a 96 ZJ lifted and stroked I get compliments alll the time:)
"It's not for sale but everything is for sale for the right price" Can relate to that
Northeast? I'm from Western Ma. Would love to see this thing at some shows
bought a wrecked XJ for $600 one year ago. Put about $1500 in parts (almost full stock suspension rebuild) and just the work i did alone makes me not want to sell it lol.
Yup, did a full quarter and door on my 2dr. I love the thing too much to sell it or beat it now lol
Dude you just busted my bubble. lol 😂
I have 3 XJs and one MJ and would never sell them ( except one to my son) and looking to buy more of them. I love them.
I paid 5 grand for 2004 wj 2 years ago, mint condition, not a scratch, zero rust, interior spotless, I love it, I put a 3 inch budget boost, spartan locker in the rear, skyjacker shocks, wheel spacers, front recovery hooks, roof rack, little bit bigger tires, 4.0, ill never get rid of it
Nice Video! Jou have absolutly right! Greating from Switzerland! Christian Keller. I drive a Cherokee XJ 2000 4 liter Automatic.
In Switzerland the Price goes roket!
Spot on supply/demand. Nothing is worth more than someone else is willing to pay for it. Here's to the Free Market System!! And btw - my Cherokee's not for sale.
Man I just got lucky and last week got a 99 XJ selec trac with under 200k miles, a 3" live, 33's on some sick black steel rims, fender flares, and a couple of LEDs. Got it for just 5k. The body and interior are PERFECT. No rust, no dents... Perfect. Gonna throw a bumper with a winch, roof rack, and a 2 din stereo in it and call it a day. If I end up off roading a lot, I'll get some lockers, but for what I got it for and the little I have to put into it, it was a steal. Paint is perfect too. I don't know if it was repainted of same paint but no fading or anything. The amazing thing, is the guy who I got it from, his father in law has a shot with 6 more, where he works on them for fun, so if I need to work on it I was greenlighted to be able to take it by and do everything myself, with whatever I need. I think I'm gonna buy one of the other 6 they have around next year. I'm so damn stoked. I've been wanting one since I was a kid. I'm 37 years old now and am FINALLY making that dream come true. So glad to be in the XJ family.
unfortunately i just recently bought my first car last year. i bought a 2001 jeep cherokee sport that i feel i should have payed 3500 for with all the rust and issues i had to fix though i ended up spending 5k. I love cherokees and ive always loved them, and i dont think i can stop. It sucks these things are becoming more expensive but your reasons are spot on. I personally am not a fan of modding them and love clean stock xjs which makes it more difficult as most people have put lifts of some sort or other mods on them so finding stock ones is hard while also at a good price. I think honestly if anyone wants the cheep prices they expect or want they are going to have to go up north into salt territory and drive backroads for them in tree lines and offer what you think is a good price. Sad fact is your not going to get a semi nice jeep online for anything really less then 4-5k with out really looking and being lucky on your timing.
I have 98 Zj limited I bought for 1250. 10 years ago. Installed 5.5 rustys long arm kit.
I bought a super clean 2001 last year for 3000 with 160k miles. It's a black interior and it's super clean, the doors are all tight, all the electrics work flawlessly. it's a southern texas car, so zero rust. Clear coat is starting to fade on the plastics though, but I plan on painting it. The only thing is it was only a 2wd and the motor was bad. It drove around fine but had almost no oil pressure. Had a bad rear main seal so I think they ran it out of oil. Found a wrecked 98 4wd with similar miles that ran amazing, picked it up for 1200 dollars. Did a full drive train swap minus the rear axle and now have a ton of spare parts. Sometimes I think I got a bad deal but seeing clean 4wd's like mine go for over 6k makes me realize I probably did ok.
I agree with you bro thanks for talking about this topic. I’m also tired of hearing people complaining about the price of XJ’s. It’s because they are priced out of the market and stuck with clapped ass XJ’s. I myself have a super clean inside and out 99 SE 4 Door Gold IRO lift 33”s… it’s my Offroad and Hunting rig and like you I get stopped all the time I get 10-12k offers all day but like you my 99 has a price but not many would pay it lol. Great content!!
I can realte to both the XJ and diesel aspect. I daily drive a pretty clean 1990 Jeep Cherokee Pioneer XJ and own two 1st gen Dodge 5.9 12v Cummins trucks (A 1990 D350 and a 1993 W350) on the farm for work trucks. All of them and the XJ are bone stock. I got guys stopping me at gas stations, walmart, even had a guy follow me onto the farm asking if I'd sell them. You're totally right, for the right price I would but it's an absurd price, sorry. Also as you said, these vehicles are not made anymore. Costs of everything are sky high, I'd rather run all of my old trucks and equipment than run any new stuff that I can't work on myself. Yep, that's just the reality. Supply and demand. Higher demand of vehicles no longer made = higher prices. Great video, anyone in the buyers market should watch this. 👍
I think it really depends on where in the country you are. In the south you can get them for the 2-5k range for a decent higher mileage XJ. You look in the northwest, based on FB, they’re going for 10k and up. I picked up one with some body dents but zero rust under it for $2500. Might have been a little high but I’m taking it up north where it’s impossible to find one without rust issues. Planning on making it a trail rig so the dings and dents don’t bother me. Also grabbed a wrecked one for $400 with a low mileage engine transmission etc to swap in when the time comes, not to mention all the spare parts. Like having my own pick and pull.
You're right, in 2004 I bought my 2001 xj for $5000. I will not sell it now.
I paid 4 grand I picked one up about six months ago 1996XJ no rust no dents super good deal I’m here in Seattle Washington just pulled the 4.0 dropped in a 6.0 LS in the process of searching for a couple 1 ton axles 🤷 oh yeah I Never sell my 1996 XJ
Love your Cummins lol diesel bro
I picked up an 89 Laredo with 123K miles last year for $3500. No rust and straight. I've spent another 3K over the past year with new tires and just maintenance and repairs. Have a fully functioning air conditioner on a completely stock 89 rust free XJ Laredo. Runs well. Gonna go ahead with a paint job and call it a day. I get compliments at the gas pumps now.
Indeed got mine for 3300 and it was crappy everyone said I was dumb and now I’m gonna swap the engine this summer what should I swap it with? Any ideas
I just got one two weeks ago a 2001 silver with black and gray interior just over 100k miles zero rust picked it up in PA. Going through it very little needed. I wouldn’t sell it for 10k it is very clean everything works.
I'm currently in the market for a used Jeep Cherokee 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!"
It really depends where you live. Im in a less popular car market and there are quite a few with 120k - 220k miles going for 2000 - 3500$ depending on condition, mods, repair lists. But you can tell in the next 10 years the Cherokee is going to SHOOT up in value as long as you keep them running nice and clean up the scuffs (horrific rust)
Just picked up a 89 semi built xj..crazy clean interior....4200$..prices are crazy here in cali
Got my completely stock 91 Cherokee limited for $4000 down in Arizona. It shows 121,000 miles on it but it was pulled by an RV before and they pulled the gear and sensor out of it that shows speed so it wasn’t gaining any miles. Been questioning if I made a good decision buying it but I’ve wanted one since the beginning of high school seeing what Matt’s off-road recovery did with one
I'm inheriting my grandpas 95 xj, bone stock, kept in a garage and barely driven, 40k miles with the 4.0L.
I found a clean 1998 Xj, 2wd for $3k. Would you say I should rather look for a 4wd, or what is your opinion?
I just posted my 2000 flame red southern xj near perfect all stock classic 129k miles for 12k and people are ripping me apart on fb saying I’m full of junk. But on the flip side I have talked to 30 people on it in only 4 days of being for sale. And 8 people are seriously interested so it is what it is
I bought a pretty nice 90 XJ 2 door a few months ago for $1000.
I don't have any plans to sell my XJ, probably ever. 1999 XJ pretty clean, not perfect, but it runs perfect, and hauls my trailers, and has no downside for me. I love my Jeep. I have only. 4K into it, but have no idea of what it is worth, but I don't care. NOT selling.
I have rough country 3.5 but I want to switch brands what should I go with on my 96 ???
I've bought 3 in the last 6 months all for 1k each. One is bone stock with zero rust. The other 2 are lifted. One is super clean.
Great video! Wanted to see what your take is on manual xj transmission for the 4.0. I’ve read somewhere that they weren’t as beefy or reliable as the automatics. What’s your take on that from someone that owns one?
Many ask stupid money for the condition or "build list" They compare them to high quality builds when they have bottom dollar parts... Those I will comment on, but the use market is completely upside down and backwards right now, and is amazing what a well taken care of or well built Cherokee can sell for... Makes me wish I didn't get rid of so many for so cheap just before things got crazy
Yeah man I had tons of XJ’s, all would be worth $5K plus now hahaha
I bought mine for $3,000 about 3 years ago.
$2,000? 3.5" lift from DPG Off-road
$1,900 for the JCR rear bumper and tire carriers.
$1,000 front ARB air locker
$1,000 rear ARB air locker
$450? 4.56 gears
$1,200 for five 33" tires and four wheels off of a 2020 Gladiator
$190? For a matching 5th wheel off of eBay.
$150 in beefier WJ steering components.
$600 WJ Front brake upgrade
$200 KJ rear disc brakes
$450 Dirt bound Off-road rock sliders
$200 Dirt Bound Off-road gas tank skid
$200 Hack N Tap slip yoke eliminator
$300 Double cardan driveshaft (I can't recommend doing business with Adams Driveshaft)
A bunch of other misc stuff I can't recall.
Easily $12,000 invested.
In November 2021 I paid 1000$ for my dark green 98 XJ Sport/Classic with 174k miles clean interior. I also drove it 110 miles home. It needs floor pans, rockers, & a neutral safety switch but runs and drives fine (leaks stuff). Has the 4.0 liter, New Process 242 transfer case & the Aisin Warner-4 speed auto. It has ABS, Cruise control & Ext Idle button. Also has rain guards on the windows :D. I was so happy to find one with the 242 transfer case & ABS I didn't care about rust. (I have welders) Engine is smooth but I'm gonna give her a rebuild when I'm home in Michigan. I bought it in Upstate NY while staying with family in NNJ. It was a Farm Jeep. Pretty sure the dana 35 needs a rebuild, but I wanted 3.73's instead of 3.55's for towing anyway. I would NEVER pay more than 2k for something like what I bought. I couldn't get an 87-96 as they lose so much practicality for daily driving. At least the 98 has 2 air bags. Shes getting roller rockers and a modified oil pan with a built on oil cooler on the front of the basin. Upcountry factory 1" lift package for towing, ZJ rear brakes, So basically bone stock. Sorry for typing so much but I'm new to Jeeps and I think I did pretty good. Considering I can get my head magnafluxed for 50$ in Michigan. I'll do my own valve lapping. Great content, I'm subbed!
Ok, need to know what size and lift. Also, is it $$ to get the fenders cut and done right?
Been that way around here in Kentucky for like 5 years. Anything Jeep 4.0 brings big money.
I'd love to find a manual. Got a '96 with 169K on it. Body and interior are decent. No rust. No leaks. I feel lucky to have gotten it for $4,500. 3" lift 33s and a Warn winch with bumper. Been offered 8K for it. Not selling for that price. Could do an engine and tranny swap, but funds are limited right now.
I sold my Blacked out 01 XJ back in January because the engine was going bad - got a video of it on my channel - I low key miss it but I’ll probably get another one in the future
I got lucky. I got one for $2500 early this year. The Old vet that sold it. He was going to loose his driver license do to his health decline. Saw him we talked engine sounded good. The bay is somewhat clean. I drove it for 10 minutes while he was going over how long he had it and places he took it. No issues mechanically but.... He was a heavy smoker and he dipped a lot. I will ripping out the carpet and replacing it with black floor mats.
So how long do you think it is until they start cutting fenders on KLs .
I've had 6 Jeeps stolen... 1 WJ, 2 ZJs, an MJ and an Xj. the MJ hurts the worst. just bought another XJ yesterday. 01 170k I6 4wd 4dr minor rust spots, excellent condition. $4K. SCORE!
I picked up a 2001 that's already built for trails with 190k mi on it for 3500 about a month ago and if I wasn't already in love with it I would probably try to take it somewhere and double my money. But I feel like I would regret selling it forever I love driving this thing
I won’t even entertain an offer on my 96 if it’s less than 15 grand. My 01 is not for sale at any amount. The more I see these guys cutting them up and trashing them the higher the value goes. Don’t get me wrong, I appreciate the crawlers and mudders but I’m really most intrigued by the clean overland XJs. You’re right, they are getting hard to find in uncut decent shape these days.