LOL - you know you need to at least give it a look. We were surprised at how low pricing can be or at least, at the right dealership. Merry Christmas! 🎅
Yeah really. I see the deals evaporating while I try no to be overly annoying, while bugging my wife. She was on board before and I was hunting for deals, but now she has decided there is such thing as us having too many vehicles already.
I wanted to buy a gladiator last year but didn’t want to take on $60k+ in debt. Ended up with a Nissan Frontier instead. I love it but it is tempting to get a gladiator, I’m gonna do the $$ wise move and pay off my truck and keep it.
I have over 60k miles in my Rubicon Gladiator with a manual. We got $5600 off in the summer of 2021…the last day of August. It’s been rock solid and it did double duty not only getting me to work but converting a barn into a home. It hauled everything with a bed extension I used at times. Enjoy!!
I bought my Gladiator there. Took us 2 days to get the deal we wanted. 1st night we walked out cause getting late and didnt came to an agreement on the pricing and finance option. Called in 2nd day morning to see if they want to negotiate again, they said "yeah come pick up your Gladiator". On a side note I was trying to get a loan from Tesla on Model 3 Performance (Wells Fargo) and they asked me for 30k down. I was able to get approved 3500 down with low interest from Lithia. They are 100% trying to sell vehicle there instead of baiting on outrages prices and sky high down/interest. I highly recommend them.
Eddie, the great deals on new '23 Gladiators forced used prices down, too. I'm going to pick up a used 2022 Gladiator High Altitude with only 6,000 miles tomorrow morning. The High Altitude has every creature comfort plus the wide M210 and M220 44s, but will still need lockers, suspension, etc., to make it off-road capable. If I could have afforded it, I would have done what you did, but this deal was too good for me to pass up.
Hey Phil, long time no see! Sounds like you'll be getting a great deal and congratulations to you on getting a Gladiator. I think you're gonna love it 👍
I've never owned one, so it will be interesting. I didn't like to go begging my neighbors for a pickup every time I wanted to haul tires, etc., around. Mine will be a mild build with no more than 35" tires. I'll be watching what you do with yours!
@@philhowell4607 Totally get it. Being that we already have one running DTD's, trailing arms and on 42's, we definitely will be keeping this one on the mild side - something more useful as a truck, just as you're wanting to do with yours. We'll probably run 37's but only because we like how it "looks" with them than anything. But, even with the factory 33's, it's been super functional already.
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Nice! I just got a fully loaded 2024 Willys for 39K. Feels like theres more leg room up front. I had a 21 Willys. BUt this one feels like theres more leg clearance under the wheel. I think the seats went back or some bs. I just has a little more leg room. I could be wrong but! I had the same two models and trim.
3+ years into owning our 2020 Launch Edition rolling on Mopar factory lift and 37” Nittos. Love her so much can’t imagine getting life without her. She just welcomed her garage mate home, a AEVJL370 392, and it’s about the perfect pairing ❤
I literally just did this - i am now back to owning a '23 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon (My previous was a Willys Gladiator). You would have to be a fool to pass this up - it rarely happens.
Assuming you actually had death wobble, this as opposed to just a really bad shimmy in the steering wheel, I would have your dealership look at it especially being that it's new. Death wobble is always a symptom of a loose or worn out steering or suspension component.
I'm pretty sure... and the "wobble" I won't call it death can be "triggered" by different things but is a in reality a function primarily of a solid axle design and an issue, triggered by peripheral components triggering a design flaw that is intrinsic to the solid axle. But, that axle is also intrinsic to the advantages an capabilities of a Jeep so, there are trade offs between things like reciprocating power steering vs rack and pinion and a solid axle vs and independent suspension. This kind of thing is a potential issue... It goes in as soon as it can and will be diligently documented with ONLY a dealership addressing it so the paper and work trail are clearly not "blamable" upon me. It had 41 miles on it when I picked it up. So, far, I drove it from the dealer lot to my driveway with stops for gas. It now has 496 miles on it. Most likely it was either a bad part, tires, or bad factory install not appropriately or in accordance with specs installation would be my guess. And since it has so few miles on it chasing it down should be much easier than one with thousands of miles and experiences to confuse the situation. @@wayalife
I did the same thing. I flew from California to Utah picked up the color I wanted Rubicon gladiator eco-diesel in high velocity. I have a lot of options and even the trail cam in the front which is awesome. I found the one I wanted and up there in Utah. They gave me 22% off of MSRP. This is a permanent truck until I die. The eco-diesel is incredible. Enjoy your new truck.
Couldn’t agree more. I wasn’t really ready to get a new car. But couldn’t turn down the deal. I don’t need a rubicon. I don’t see myself going crawling or anything. I ended up with the High Altitude model. I loved the color matched trim. And the 20” wheels look nice. Dealer offered about 5000 off plus the 15% rebate. All in about 13000 off sticker. Crazy deal. My list of wants so far is the sunrider for hardtop, diamondback tonneau, spray in liner, taser mini, aux switch retrofit, and some Mickey Thompson Baja tires.
Congrats guys, looking forward to following along on this one. I did the same exact thing just last week. Traded my TRX for a Gladiator Rubicon, so with the deals on those plus my equity in the truck, I got it almost out the door with no cost. Most will think I'm crazy but they aren't living my life lol. TRX was fun but I'm saving a ton every month and will build this Gladiator to my heart's content. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
We just bought one in November around Veterans Day. We choose a Willys for less money then a 2 door Wrangler. My husband traded his Ford Maverick. We had to do it because the deals they giving were just to good to pass up. We love Jeeps! The Maverick was just not what we wanted?
I bought a 2023 Gladiator sport s in May. I got a hell of a deal. Sticked out at 52 grand, with the discounts and actually gave me alot more in trade for 2021 Renegade than I thought. 35K. No dealer addons etc.
The Pippi videos are what lead me to your channel, so it is sad watching it go. However, what kept me watching your videos are the honest reviews and builds while keeping the average person in mind considering cost vs capability. Minus the SEMA builds! My little brother bought a Gladiator last year, and with my new interest in Gladiators I am excited to see the things you guys do with yours! Merry Christmas!
We're happy that you've been enjoying our videos and have found them to be informative. Letting Pippi go was tough for us but in the end, she was just fun and what we really needed was something functional like a truck. Hope you enjoy the videos to come and what we do with this Gladiator.
I myself just got a great deal on a 2022 leftover Gladiator Rubicon yes that is a 2022 with only 40 miles on it when I took it for a test drive. Yes we did have to fight with the Bank over it not being a used jeep to get lower rate but we did get some good deals. I should do some videos over the pros and cons over buying a year and half old leftover because there are some both ways.
I got a 2023 Rubicon Gladiator last Saturday, "Punk'n" orange color. Got about 18k off on it. I couldn't pass it up. Traded in my 2023 Taco for it. LED package and tow package... first Jeep. Like it a lot so far.
Howdy Wayalife 👋🏻 Really hoping you see this comment… I’m currently having the exact issue you had with Pippi, and it’s one you posted on your forum back in 2021… Mystery Leak where the bell housing mates to the transmission (I created a forum account, but I currently have “insufficient privileges” to comment). My 2022 Willys (2-door, manual) is pretty much configured as your late Pippi, and I’m bringing it to the stealership. Anyways, I’m curious if what the dealership did for you (the leak was coming from the 2 transmission bolts and they were removed, cleaned, and sealed) ended up being the solution. Also, this is long overdue because I have learned so much from your videos… Subscribed! 🤙🏻
Not sure what happened but I just manually approved your account on the forum. Glad your dealership was able to fix your leak. I'm pretty sure that's what they did to Pippi as well. Glad to hear you enjoy our videos too 😎
Thanks for the forum approval 👍🏻 Also, I’ve only scheduled an appointment, so I haven’t had my issue resolved yet. I just wanted to make sure what the dealership did to fix your leak was the way to go, as you initially thought it may be an input shaft leak! Anyway, have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Honestly, I don't know if they actually fixed anything but making a record and a paper trail of it at the dealership is the single best thing you can do, IF something were to go wrong in the future.
Thoughts on the Mojave? I like the idea of a Cush ride and the lack of front locker is no biggie for me. But, the higher gearing in the transcase may be an issue for me. Decisions...
There are a ton of leftovers. They marked the price up like 20% after 21 and they stopped selling. I did upgrade to a 23 Mojave but I’m kinda kicking myself
hope you have better luck with yours. My lifters went, tail lights went out do to corrosion, and now my power steering randomly goes out. Truck is only two years old.
Sorry to hear you've had so many problems with yours. All I can say is that we never had any problems with the 2018 JLUR that we first got, the 2020 JT that we still have, the 2021 JL Sport that we just traded in or the 2022 392 that we still have. Needless to say, the record for us has been great so far.
I bought my 2023 Gladiator Rubicon in June and got a pretty good deal at about 8 grand off MSRP, I probably should have waited but I wanted it when I wanted it. Love my truck!
I'm putting a 4.5" Evo Manufacturing fusion lift on my Gladiator! Coilovers up front, springs in the rear to maintain factory towing! Actually got the full lift kit on a Black Friday sale. Now just to get it installed! 🙌
The headliner on in the back keeps sagging on mine, I have to slap it back up once or twice a year, it’s put on poorly with two thin cheap adhesive velcro tape I’ll have to replace soon with something better, front removable sections have been doing ok
I have adaptive cruise control and generally don't like how it works. I rarely use it. And when I do it ends up not being on for very long. Have it, don't use it. Wouldn't miss it in the next vehicle if not equiped. Looks like a great deal!
Also at jeep reno lithia, 3 weeks ago, same white scored on RARE deal brand new 2023 rubicon gladiator $52k BUT with EcoDiesel 😜 my dream jeep for sure!!!
They are selling them below MSRP because of all the recalls. Especially the diesel as the fuel pump will destroy itself due to being made out of cheap materials. Several of my diesel jeep friends were told from the dealers they are under a nationwide supply chain issue on getting the fuel pumps replaced and a dealer is luck to receive 1 per week. SO That covers the diesel side of jeep issues.
I don't know about that. Seems to me that it's more because the refresh that's coming for 2024 model Gladiators. But, to your point, the diesel problem is legit and repairs are costing about $11k and it is why we specifically chose NOT to buy one, even though it would have been what we wanted. Worse, the engine was discontinued and only after 3 years. I can't see that as being a good thing.
They've had big discounts for the past few months. I really wanted to buy a new one because of that but couldn't find a max tow equipped how I wanted. Luckily the new discounts drive the used prices down and I got a great deal on a low mileage max tow. Congrats on your purchase!
Nice! For those interested in the Gladiator, but not necessarily crawling on rocks and stuff, a South Jersey dealer has the Gladiator Sport ('23) for $35k! Prices are coming down a bit..
I miss my 21 Rubicon Ecodiesel!! I didn’t sell it, it’s been at the body shop since beginning of August!! 😢. The repairs have been caught up in the UAW strike to get parts. I like your new truck. The only thing I disagree with you is the spray in bed liner. Unless they have changed it, my truck bed liner was sprayed into to everything. Made it pretty tough to put on molle panels and bed rails. I purchased mine from Lithia as well. But up in Anchorage!!
Congratulations on your new Gladiator although I hate to see the 2 door go. You showed what a stock Wrangler is capable of, even with stock tires. Have a great Holiday season and may next year be a great one for you and Cindy.
Just because you read something on the internet doesn't mean it's as big of an issue as you've been lead to believe. There have literally been over 200k Wranglers made each year since it was released and that means over 1 million has been sold. Likewise, there are over 300k Gladiators that have been made and IF it were as big of a problem as the internet will try to get you to believe, I think there would be a national uproar and one demanding a recall. And yet, outside of the internet, you never hear about it. Not saying that bad Jeeps are never made but it really is far and fewer in between than the norm. Me personally, I've never had any issues on any of the 4 JKs that I've owned and still own my 2007 and I never had issues on my 2018 JL, the 2020 JT that I still have or the 2021 JL that I just sold. And, none of my friends or people I know and work with have had this problem but then, I can only go off of what I've personally seen.
Im picking up a Gladiator sport on Tuesday. It has a tow kit so slightly lifted, color matched fenders, it’s blue, black hardtop and it was 20% off. 42k roughly. My wife has a Rubicon and it’s never seen a dirt road. I doubt the Gladiator will either. Mostly taking me and my stuff to the places I like to play, boating, mountain biking, skiing, camping etc. but no rock crawling. It’s not going to be a daily driver other than potentially for the kids going to school some days. His comments about how expensive it would be to match the Rubicon specs has me double guessing myself. Am I making a mistake?
If you don't have a need for a Rubicon, there are even better deals to be had for sure. I would only get a Rubicon if you plan on using it like we will.
@@waqarhabib8003 If you're in the Reno NV area, I would recommend Lithia. Ask for Ashton Baker. He's the salesman that helped us and if you would be so kind let him know that we sent you :)
Awww man...as a 2-door Sport owner, I really enjoyed your Pippi videos and will miss her! However, I totally understand why you had to trade her in, and glad you scored a great deal. Congrats!
I am about to do the same. I waited specifically to the week I am off for the holidays. It’s the end of the year, hoping the dealers will be able to get me in a Gladiator Rubicon. Thanks for enforcing this in my mind. 😁✌🏽
Headliner is great for summers. My old JK blacktop didn't have a liner and I could feel the heat radiating down on me until the AC could cool off the interior. Don't feel it at all now with my Mojave with the headliner
Please let us know if you install an ACCUAIR on this vehicle. I have a Rubicon as well. I would like to know where you put the tank and all the other parts, especially when I already have a toolbox installed under my rear seats... and I don't want to trade bed space for the tank.
Awesome! Agree that there are some great deals right now! We almost bought our Gladiator there last year but instead went with the Lithia Jeep dealership in Medford… and we live in Indiana!
If i disconnect my fuse 42 and the negative terminal on my auxiliary battery would this still work, cause my start stop light came on the other day but the message went away after i shut the jeep off
Just because you read something on the internet doesn't mean it's as big of an issue as you're lead to believe. There have literally been over 200k Wranglers made each year since it was released and that means over 1 million has been sold. Likewise, there are over 300k Gladiators that have been made and IF it were as big of a problem as the internet will try to get you to believe, I think there would be a national uproar and one demanding a recall. And yet, outside of the internet, you never hear about it. Not saying that bad Jeeps are never made but it really is far and fewer in between than the norm. Me personally, I've never had any issues on any of the 4 JKs that I've owned and still own my 2007 and I never had issues on my 2018 JL, the 2020 JT that I still have or the 2021 JL that I just sold. And, none of my friends or people I know and work with have had this problem but then, I can only go off of what I've personally seen.
Can't speak for 4Runners but this happened before with Wranglers back in 2009. It didn't hurt a thing and if anything, the value just went up and up and up.
I was really hoping you got the diesel. I will never part with mine and as they are discontinued, it’ll likely hold its value for a very long time MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Sorry, we already have a Duramax for when we really need to tow big. We just needed a smaller truck for jobs that don't require it. Merry Christmas to you as well 🎅
If I ever get rid of my TJ, this is a strong contender. Would love to see a V8 powertrain option, but probably couldnt afford it anyways haha. Wouldnt mind a 2dr / half cab version.
I, like you, took advantage of the crazy good deals and snagged a 2023 JT Rubicon. I chose the diesel, as controversial as that may be. I got it for just a touch under 21% off of sticker price. Congrats on the new JT , I am really looking forward to seeing what you do with this one.
That new Gladiator looks nice. I keep thinking about switching out my 2019 JL Rubicon 2dr for one but it's hard to say goodbye to what i have. White, soft top, 6 spd manual.
Congrats! My local Lithia Jeep dealer has been great to deal with over the years with actual discounts listed on their website, so I'm glad to hear the dealer in Reno is the same way. Thinking about moving from my Mojave to one of the '23 Rubicon diesels that are coming in. They're stacked deep with inventory, so great time to buy.
@@Lee392-kr6xh we did not. As much as we love diesels and would have loved to have gotten one, the tow rating on it is 1000 lbs less than a 3.6L. Also, we weren't feeling too comfortable about a discontinued engine that had only been out for 3 years and with known problems to the fuel system.
Yes, it does make one wary on the diesel and longevity. I'm looking at some at my local dealer MSRP $77,270 (whew!) that I'm being offered at $63,500 total out the door. Quite tempting, decisions decisions. @@wayalife
Yes, all the issues make me wary of the diesel but looked at some locally for sale anyway. The MSRP on the "Farout" versions on the lot are $77,270 🤑but after a couple of days of negotiations they offered $63,500 total out the door inclusive of all fees and sales tax. So now I'm considering purchasing one but it is a diesel! 😬Decisions decisions!@@wayalife
We do them from time to time and will try to do more. In truth, making any video is a lot of work and when we're out on the trail and with our friends, it's hard not to want to just do what everyone else does and that's to have some fun. We hope that you can be understanding of this.
I’m glad you got a good deal. I’ve been trying to do the same thing in Florida. Dealers are just moving the discounts to the new truck and low balling trades. I’ve been debating a gladiator rubicon for a while, but no rush to sell my Ram and JK.
I was curious how I'd like the adaptive cruise control in my JLU...and it's had a few moments where having it was nice...but my over all feelings being 6'3" is I'd rather not have a big box blocking a significant part of my view all the time for something I rarely use. Loved the happy pup time at the end!!!
cool gladiator, looks like deals are on the 23 models now I have a 22 and 24 rubicon 2 door models and on my 24 X no deals to be had just getting one was hard
@wayalife thank you. After seeing your video where you were towing your utility trailer around, we went and bought our selves a 2023 Gladiator Willy's in the Hydro Blue Pearl colour. We love everything about it and where she's been able to take us. We aren't rock crawlers or overlanders but we are certainly off roaders: ) thanks again for all of the great content in your videos...
Congrats! Glad this dealer did you right, unlike like the other one you posted about a few days ago. Merry Christmas to you as well! Now excuse me, I'm off to go check Gladiator listings in my area.
I'm going to miss Pippi. It's actually how I found your channel and inspired me to buy a 2dr JK Rubicon. Two doors are so much fun. I wished Jeep made a modern Jeep LJ, that would be awesome.
It was a hard decision for us to make but Pippi was just fun and what we really need a truck that can help out around the ranch. And yes, I do see an end to ICE coming sooner than later.
@@wayalife well if it makes you feel any better I sold my 2021 two-door Rubicon for a Toyota Tacoma, Trd, off-road and really hated the truck. I traded it in on a 2024 Rubicon extreme recon package! I love it but I still do miss my little two door! They are very impractical, but so fun to drive! in the end, I am very grateful to have my new Jeep! Congratulations and merry Christmas! 🎄
Got myself a Willy’s in November and absolutely love it! Wish i did get the LED lights but you can’t be a chooser with these great deals jeep is offering.
I was a viewer of Pippy videos because I have a 2-door JL and your how to videos are very helpful. Sad to see her go. Gone but not forgotten, fly high Pippy 🕊️
It was a hard decision for us to make being that we loved her but a truck is really what we needed in our day to day life. Hope you can be understanding.
@@wayalife oh I totally understand! Would’ve done the same thing in a heartbeat! I’m still watching any videos you post, that way when I have my future gladiator or 4-door, I can remember what videos to refer back to!
As a gladiator owner, I totally approve of your dog play. (And your jeep purchase) We’ve got the 21 rubi eco diesel, it’s great. Can’t wait to see what mods get installed!
Stop making me think I need to go buy a gladiator this week! It's already on my mind.
LOL - you know you need to at least give it a look. We were surprised at how low pricing can be or at least, at the right dealership. Merry Christmas! 🎅
Yeah really. I see the deals evaporating while I try no to be overly annoying, while bugging my wife. She was on board before and I was hunting for deals, but now she has decided there is such thing as us having too many vehicles already.
LOL - bummer. Well, here's hoping things change for ya :)
Anyone get 15% off on a diesel Gladiator?
@@chuckderuyter it wouldn't surprise me if they were out there but we didn't look. Sorry.
I’m with Brother, couldn’t turn down $17,450 off Ar Rubicon gladiator, mine ended up having the 3.0 diesel which I love. God bless and good luck.
Congratulations to you!
I wanted to buy a gladiator last year but didn’t want to take on $60k+ in debt. Ended up with a Nissan Frontier instead. I love it but it is tempting to get a gladiator, I’m gonna do the $$ wise move and pay off my truck and keep it.
I picked-up a loaded 2023 Gladiator Rubicon on 1/13 for $16,000 under the original window sticker price. Just couldn't pass it up.
Congratulations to you!
I have over 60k miles in my Rubicon Gladiator with a manual. We got $5600 off in the summer of 2021…the last day of August. It’s been rock solid and it did double duty not only getting me to work but converting a barn into a home. It hauled everything with a bed extension I used at times. Enjoy!!
Awesome!
I bought my Gladiator there. Took us 2 days to get the deal we wanted. 1st night we walked out cause getting late and didnt came to an agreement on the pricing and finance option. Called in 2nd day morning to see if they want to negotiate again, they said "yeah come pick up your Gladiator". On a side note I was trying to get a loan from Tesla on Model 3 Performance (Wells Fargo) and they asked me for 30k down. I was able to get approved 3500 down with low interest from Lithia. They are 100% trying to sell vehicle there instead of baiting on outrages prices and sky high down/interest. I highly recommend them.
Good to hear!
Eddie, the great deals on new '23 Gladiators forced used prices down, too. I'm going to pick up a used 2022 Gladiator High Altitude with only 6,000 miles tomorrow morning. The High Altitude has every creature comfort plus the wide M210 and M220 44s, but will still need lockers, suspension, etc., to make it off-road capable. If I could have afforded it, I would have done what you did, but this deal was too good for me to pass up.
Hey Phil, long time no see! Sounds like you'll be getting a great deal and congratulations to you on getting a Gladiator. I think you're gonna love it 👍
I've never owned one, so it will be interesting. I didn't like to go begging my neighbors for a pickup every time I wanted to haul tires, etc., around. Mine will be a mild build with no more than 35" tires. I'll be watching what you do with yours!
@@philhowell4607 Totally get it. Being that we already have one running DTD's, trailing arms and on 42's, we definitely will be keeping this one on the mild side - something more useful as a truck, just as you're wanting to do with yours. We'll probably run 37's but only because we like how it "looks" with them than anything. But, even with the factory 33's, it's been super functional already.
Nice! I just got a fully loaded 2024 Willys for 39K. Feels like theres more leg room up front. I had a 21 Willys. BUt this one feels like theres more leg clearance under the wheel. I think the seats went back or some bs. I just has a little more leg room. I could be wrong but! I had the same two models and trim.
Congratulations to you
3+ years into owning our 2020 Launch Edition rolling on Mopar factory lift and 37” Nittos. Love her so much can’t imagine getting life without her. She just welcomed her garage mate home, a AEVJL370 392, and it’s about the perfect pairing ❤
Oh no, there's no reason to get rid of what you have. We didn't :)
@@wayalifeneither did we, love ‘em both! Congrats on the new ride 👍🏻
I literally just did this - i am now back to owning a '23 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon (My previous was a Willys Gladiator). You would have to be a fool to pass this up - it rarely happens.
Congratulations to you!
I'm on a road trip for one. 438 miles, 60,800 MSRP, 42K and a little change. And 7K equity on my 18 Renegade.
Awesome and congratulations to you!
I got it, now about that death wobble on the way home... I did the break in for 300 miles below 65, then at 306 miles, almost died... @@wayalife
Assuming you actually had death wobble, this as opposed to just a really bad shimmy in the steering wheel, I would have your dealership look at it especially being that it's new. Death wobble is always a symptom of a loose or worn out steering or suspension component.
I'm pretty sure... and the "wobble" I won't call it death can be "triggered" by different things but is a in reality a function primarily of a solid axle design and an issue, triggered by peripheral components triggering a design flaw that is intrinsic to the solid axle. But, that axle is also intrinsic to the advantages an capabilities of a Jeep so, there are trade offs between things like reciprocating power steering vs rack and pinion and a solid axle vs and independent suspension. This kind of thing is a potential issue...
It goes in as soon as it can and will be diligently documented with ONLY a dealership addressing it so the paper and work trail are clearly not "blamable" upon me. It had 41 miles on it when I picked it up. So, far, I drove it from the dealer lot to my driveway with stops for gas. It now has 496 miles on it.
Most likely it was either a bad part, tires, or bad factory install not appropriately or in accordance with specs installation would be my guess. And since it has so few miles on it chasing it down should be much easier than one with thousands of miles and experiences to confuse the situation. @@wayalife
I did the same thing. I flew from California to Utah picked up the color I wanted Rubicon gladiator eco-diesel in high velocity. I have a lot of options and even the trail cam in the front which is awesome. I found the one I wanted and up there in Utah. They gave me 22% off of MSRP. This is a permanent truck until I die. The eco-diesel is incredible. Enjoy your new truck.
Nice! Congratulations!
Couldn’t agree more. I wasn’t really ready to get a new car. But couldn’t turn down the deal. I don’t need a rubicon. I don’t see myself going crawling or anything. I ended up with the High Altitude model. I loved the color matched trim. And the 20” wheels look nice.
Dealer offered about 5000 off plus the 15% rebate. All in about 13000 off sticker. Crazy deal.
My list of wants so far is the sunrider for hardtop, diamondback tonneau, spray in liner, taser mini, aux switch retrofit, and some Mickey Thompson Baja tires.
Congratulations to you!
Congrats guys, looking forward to following along on this one. I did the same exact thing just last week. Traded my TRX for a Gladiator Rubicon, so with the deals on those plus my equity in the truck, I got it almost out the door with no cost. Most will think I'm crazy but they aren't living my life lol. TRX was fun but I'm saving a ton every month and will build this Gladiator to my heart's content. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Congratulations to you and Merry Christmas! 🎅
I traded in my 19 Charger Hellcat for my 21 Gladiator. I love it more than the Hellcat.
We just bought one in November around Veterans Day. We choose a Willys for less money then a 2 door Wrangler. My husband traded his Ford Maverick. We had to do it because the deals they giving were just to good to pass up. We love Jeeps! The Maverick was just not what we wanted?
Congratulations to you!
I bought a 2023 Gladiator sport s in May. I got a hell of a deal. Sticked out at 52 grand, with the discounts and actually gave me alot more in trade for 2021 Renegade than I thought. 35K. No dealer addons etc.
Awesome and congratulations to you!
A neighbor just bought a new 2023 Rubicon gladiator. The factory MSRP on it was 66K, he ended up paying 46K plus tax and license. Heck of a deal.
That's awesome and about what we paid too.
The Pippi videos are what lead me to your channel, so it is sad watching it go. However, what kept me watching your videos are the honest reviews and builds while keeping the average person in mind considering cost vs capability. Minus the SEMA builds! My little brother bought a Gladiator last year, and with my new interest in Gladiators I am excited to see the things you guys do with yours! Merry Christmas!
We're happy that you've been enjoying our videos and have found them to be informative. Letting Pippi go was tough for us but in the end, she was just fun and what we really needed was something functional like a truck. Hope you enjoy the videos to come and what we do with this Gladiator.
I literally just bought a 2023 gladiator mojave yesterday. It was such a good deal I had no plan of buying one but could not pass it up
Congratulations to you!
There’s a loaded 22 JTRD with a new fuel pump near me for 45k. That’s 4k less than my overland diesel was.
I myself just got a great deal on a 2022 leftover Gladiator Rubicon yes that is a 2022 with only 40 miles on it when I took it for a test drive. Yes we did have to fight with the Bank over it not being a used jeep to get lower rate but we did get some good deals. I should do some videos over the pros and cons over buying a year and half old leftover because there are some both ways.
23 Gladiators have like $18500 off them now.
That's awesome!
I got a 2023 Rubicon Gladiator last Saturday, "Punk'n" orange color. Got about 18k off on it. I couldn't pass it up. Traded in my 2023 Taco for it. LED package and tow package... first Jeep. Like it a lot so far.
Awesome, congratulations to you!
Howdy Wayalife 👋🏻
Really hoping you see this comment…
I’m currently having the exact issue you had with Pippi, and it’s one you posted on your forum back in 2021… Mystery Leak where the bell housing mates to the transmission (I created a forum account, but I currently have “insufficient privileges” to comment).
My 2022 Willys (2-door, manual) is pretty much configured as your late Pippi, and I’m bringing it to the stealership. Anyways, I’m curious if what the dealership did for you (the leak was coming from the 2 transmission bolts and they were removed, cleaned, and sealed) ended up being the solution.
Also, this is long overdue because I have learned so much from your videos…
Subscribed! 🤙🏻
Not sure what happened but I just manually approved your account on the forum. Glad your dealership was able to fix your leak. I'm pretty sure that's what they did to Pippi as well. Glad to hear you enjoy our videos too 😎
Thanks for the forum approval 👍🏻
Also, I’ve only scheduled an appointment, so I haven’t had my issue resolved yet.
I just wanted to make sure what the dealership did to fix your leak was the way to go, as you initially thought it may be an input shaft leak!
Anyway, have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Honestly, I don't know if they actually fixed anything but making a record and a paper trail of it at the dealership is the single best thing you can do, IF something were to go wrong in the future.
@@wayalifeagreed.
Thanks for the reply.
Thoughts on the Mojave? I like the idea of a Cush ride and the lack of front locker is no biggie for me. But, the higher gearing in the transcase may be an issue for me. Decisions...
The ride is great but if you think you'll rock crawl your Gladiator, a 4:1 transfer case is super nice to have.
There are a ton of leftovers. They marked the price up like 20% after 21 and they stopped selling. I did upgrade to a 23 Mojave but I’m kinda kicking myself
hope you have better luck with yours. My lifters went, tail lights went out do to corrosion, and now my power steering randomly goes out. Truck is only two years old.
Sorry to hear you've had so many problems with yours. All I can say is that we never had any problems with the 2018 JLUR that we first got, the 2020 JT that we still have, the 2021 JL Sport that we just traded in or the 2022 392 that we still have. Needless to say, the record for us has been great so far.
Thanks for the vid. Just checked Autotrader and there are 4000 of these 2023 JT’s for sale across the country. That’s a lot. Prices will drop more 🙂
Like I said, great deals to be had 👍
I bought my 2023 Gladiator Rubicon in June and got a pretty good deal at about 8 grand off MSRP, I probably should have waited but I wanted it when I wanted it. Love my truck!
Congratulations and the best time to buy is whenever you can. Merry Christmas! 🎅
I'm putting a 4.5" Evo Manufacturing fusion lift on my Gladiator! Coilovers up front, springs in the rear to maintain factory towing! Actually got the full lift kit on a Black Friday sale. Now just to get it installed! 🙌
Congratulations to you! Merry Christmas! 🎅
@@wayalife Merry Christmas to you and your family! 🎅 Really looking forward to this build! Thank you for all the fun and entertainment! 🙌
was offered 30% off MSRP on a 23 Rubicon in firecracker. I almost purchased it, but at 6'5 I went with a 23 F-150 (got 15% off MSRP)
The headliner on in the back keeps sagging on mine, I have to slap it back up once or twice a year, it’s put on poorly with two thin cheap adhesive velcro tape I’ll have to replace soon with something better, front removable sections have been doing ok
Well that's a bummer to hear.
It’s on a two door ruby apologies
I have adaptive cruise control and generally don't like how it works. I rarely use it. And when I do it ends up not being on for very long. Have it, don't use it. Wouldn't miss it in the next vehicle if not equiped. Looks like a great deal!
I tend to agree with you and thanks!
Also at jeep reno lithia, 3 weeks ago, same white scored on RARE deal brand new 2023 rubicon gladiator $52k BUT with EcoDiesel 😜 my dream jeep for sure!!!
Congratulations to you!
They are selling them below MSRP because of all the recalls. Especially the diesel as the fuel pump will destroy itself due to being made out of cheap materials. Several of my diesel jeep friends were told from the dealers they are under a nationwide supply chain issue on getting the fuel pumps replaced and a dealer is luck to receive 1 per week. SO That covers the diesel side of jeep issues.
I don't know about that. Seems to me that it's more because the refresh that's coming for 2024 model Gladiators. But, to your point, the diesel problem is legit and repairs are costing about $11k and it is why we specifically chose NOT to buy one, even though it would have been what we wanted. Worse, the engine was discontinued and only after 3 years. I can't see that as being a good thing.
They've had big discounts for the past few months. I really wanted to buy a new one because of that but couldn't find a max tow equipped how I wanted. Luckily the new discounts drive the used prices down and I got a great deal on a low mileage max tow.
Congrats on your purchase!
Awesome! Congratulations to you :)
Nice! For those interested in the Gladiator, but not necessarily crawling on rocks and stuff, a South Jersey dealer has the Gladiator Sport ('23) for $35k! Prices are coming down a bit..
Oh yeah, not everyone needs a Rubicon and there are great deals to be had right now.
I miss my 21 Rubicon Ecodiesel!! I didn’t sell it, it’s been at the body shop since beginning of August!! 😢. The repairs have been caught up in the UAW strike to get parts. I like your new truck. The only thing I disagree with you is the spray in bed liner. Unless they have changed it, my truck bed liner was sprayed into to everything. Made it pretty tough to put on molle panels and bed rails. I purchased mine from Lithia as well. But up in Anchorage!!
Congratulations on your new Gladiator although I hate to see the 2 door go. You showed what a stock Wrangler is capable of, even with stock tires. Have a great Holiday season and may next year be a great one for you and Cindy.
Thank you, it was a tough decision for us to get rid of Pippi but what we really needed in our life is a truck. Merry Christmas! 🎅
Curious if you’re had corrosion around your door hinges, etc. on your JLs and if so were you satisfied with the warranties repair. Thanks 🙏🏻
Just because you read something on the internet doesn't mean it's as big of an issue as you've been lead to believe. There have literally been over 200k Wranglers made each year since it was released and that means over 1 million has been sold. Likewise, there are over 300k Gladiators that have been made and IF it were as big of a problem as the internet will try to get you to believe, I think there would be a national uproar and one demanding a recall. And yet, outside of the internet, you never hear about it. Not saying that bad Jeeps are never made but it really is far and fewer in between than the norm. Me personally, I've never had any issues on any of the 4 JKs that I've owned and still own my 2007 and I never had issues on my 2018 JL, the 2020 JT that I still have or the 2021 JL that I just sold. And, none of my friends or people I know and work with have had this problem but then, I can only go off of what I've personally seen.
just looked at a dealer here, they have 3 far out editions, $19,541 off, and military is another $500
Wow, that's great! Hope you're able to take advantage of it.
@@wayalife I have a '06 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins 5.9L 4x4 has 53,000 miles on it, wonder whats it worth
@@wayalife Sarge Green or Granite Crystal
@@wayalife it's better than my GM employee discount
Im picking up a Gladiator sport on Tuesday. It has a tow kit so slightly lifted, color matched fenders, it’s blue, black hardtop and it was 20% off. 42k roughly. My wife has a Rubicon and it’s never seen a dirt road. I doubt the Gladiator will either. Mostly taking me and my stuff to the places I like to play, boating, mountain biking, skiing, camping etc. but no rock crawling. It’s not going to be a daily driver other than potentially for the kids going to school some days. His comments about how expensive it would be to match the Rubicon specs has me double guessing myself. Am I making a mistake?
If you don't have a need for a Rubicon, there are even better deals to be had for sure. I would only get a Rubicon if you plan on using it like we will.
Merry 🎄 Christmas
Ordered a 24 4 door Willys to replace my 06 TJ Unlimited. Been waiting 7 months. Maybe next year?
Merry Christmas! 🎅 Hope you get your Willys soon 👍
I got 30% off the Rubicon I got 2 months ago. It was like 18k off sticker.
That's awesome! Congratulations to you and Merry Christmas! 🎅
30% is an awesome deal. Congrats on yours. Can you recommend a dealership? I am buying next week.
@@waqarhabib8003 If you're in the Reno NV area, I would recommend Lithia. Ask for Ashton Baker. He's the salesman that helped us and if you would be so kind let him know that we sent you :)
Awww man...as a 2-door Sport owner, I really enjoyed your Pippi videos and will miss her! However, I totally understand why you had to trade her in, and glad you scored a great deal. Congrats!
Thank you. It was hard to let our 2-door go and appreciate your understanding.
I am about to do the same. I waited specifically to the week I am off for the holidays. It’s the end of the year, hoping the dealers will be able to get me in a Gladiator Rubicon. Thanks for enforcing this in my mind. 😁✌🏽
Best of luck to you in finding what you're wanting.
Headliner is great for summers. My old JK blacktop didn't have a liner and I could feel the heat radiating down on me until the AC could cool off the interior. Don't feel it at all now with my Mojave with the headliner
I just paid $10,000 under MSRP on my 392 XR.
Congratulations to you!
Brand new but it’s a 2023. It was at the dealership for 310 days, so they were ready to let it go.
Pippy was a huge motivator in me choosing a 2 door
Kozie and I will miss her
We're glad to hear she was an inspiration for you and we will miss her too.
Please let us know if you install an ACCUAIR on this vehicle. I have a Rubicon as well. I would like to know where you put the tank and all the other parts, especially when I already have a toolbox installed under my rear seats... and I don't want to trade bed space for the tank.
Dealers are trying to make way for the 2024 Gladiators. I'm still waiting to see if they offer a 4xe or straight 6 sometime in 2024.
Yup. Hope you get what you're wanting.
Awesome! Agree that there are some great deals right now! We almost bought our Gladiator there last year but instead went with the Lithia Jeep dealership in Medford… and we live in Indiana!
I'm trying to decide between 2023 Rubicon and a 2024 Nissan Pro 4X right now. Both are the same price.
Congratulations on the new jeep.
If i disconnect my fuse 42 and the negative terminal on my auxiliary battery would this still work, cause my start stop light came on the other day but the message went away after i shut the jeep off
If you don’t mind did your jeep had any corrosion issue in the door? If so how did you took care of it or did you do any preventive maintenance?
Just because you read something on the internet doesn't mean it's as big of an issue as you're lead to believe. There have literally been over 200k Wranglers made each year since it was released and that means over 1 million has been sold. Likewise, there are over 300k Gladiators that have been made and IF it were as big of a problem as the internet will try to get you to believe, I think there would be a national uproar and one demanding a recall. And yet, outside of the internet, you never hear about it. Not saying that bad Jeeps are never made but it really is far and fewer in between than the norm. Me personally, I've never had any issues on any of the 4 JKs that I've owned and still own my 2007 and I never had issues on my 2018 JL, the 2020 JT that I still have or the 2021 JL that I just sold. And, none of my friends or people I know and work with have had this problem but then, I can only go off of what I've personally seen.
These discounts are not good for resale value. When was the last time you could buy a 4Runner below MSRP?
Can't speak for 4Runners but this happened before with Wranglers back in 2009. It didn't hurt a thing and if anything, the value just went up and up and up.
Nice pickup, I just recently got a new 2024 Willys 4 door with the extreme recon package and im loving it
Congratulations to you!
I was really hoping you got the diesel.
I will never part with mine and as they are discontinued, it’ll likely hold its value for a very long time
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Sorry, we already have a Duramax for when we really need to tow big. We just needed a smaller truck for jobs that don't require it. Merry Christmas to you as well 🎅
If I ever get rid of my TJ, this is a strong contender. Would love to see a V8 powertrain option, but probably couldnt afford it anyways haha. Wouldnt mind a 2dr / half cab version.
Don't get rid of your TJ. They're good Jeeps and something worth keeping.
I, like you, took advantage of the crazy good deals and snagged a 2023 JT Rubicon. I chose the diesel, as controversial as that may be. I got it for just a touch under 21% off of sticker price. Congrats on the new JT , I am really looking forward to seeing what you do with this one.
Awesome and congratulations to you!
I painted the white on my roof to black. I also have black headliners. This makes the roof look “finished” compared to the white
That new Gladiator looks nice. I keep thinking about switching out my 2019 JL Rubicon 2dr for one but it's hard to say goodbye to what i have. White, soft top, 6 spd manual.
That bourbon behind the bar though…we need a video on that!!!!
LOL - glad to see there are others out there who can appreciate a good bourbon! I may just have to do that some time 😁
Traded in my 20 Overland on a 23 JTR. I had to jump on it.
Congratulations to you 👍
Congrats! My local Lithia Jeep dealer has been great to deal with over the years with actual discounts listed on their website, so I'm glad to hear the dealer in Reno is the same way. Thinking about moving from my Mojave to one of the '23 Rubicon diesels that are coming in. They're stacked deep with inventory, so great time to buy.
Glad to hear your Lithia is good too.
Did you by chance pick up a diesel yet? Farout?
@@Lee392-kr6xh we did not. As much as we love diesels and would have loved to have gotten one, the tow rating on it is 1000 lbs less than a 3.6L. Also, we weren't feeling too comfortable about a discontinued engine that had only been out for 3 years and with known problems to the fuel system.
Yes, it does make one wary on the diesel and longevity. I'm looking at some at my local dealer MSRP $77,270 (whew!) that I'm being offered at $63,500 total out the door. Quite tempting, decisions decisions. @@wayalife
Yes, all the issues make me wary of the diesel but looked at some locally for sale anyway. The MSRP on the "Farout" versions on the lot are $77,270 🤑but after a couple of days of negotiations they offered $63,500 total out the door inclusive of all fees and sales tax. So now I'm considering purchasing one but it is a diesel! 😬Decisions decisions!@@wayalife
Yo this is crazy!!! I just got a 2023 Gladiator Rubicon (black) today, same deal from Lithia in Santa Fe, NM.
Congratulations to you!
Met ya at Costco this past week. It was definitely a pleasure and hope to see ya around locally. Congratulations on the new Jeep!
Hey! It was a pleasure meeting you and hope to see you around. Merry Christmas 🎅
Hello Eddie. I miss the adventure/trail videos. Will you be bringing them back?
We do them from time to time and will try to do more. In truth, making any video is a lot of work and when we're out on the trail and with our friends, it's hard not to want to just do what everyone else does and that's to have some fun. We hope that you can be understanding of this.
They are insanely cheap here in TX. A sport brand new was around 32k OTD
Amazing!
I’m glad you got a good deal. I’ve been trying to do the same thing in Florida. Dealers are just moving the discounts to the new truck and low balling trades. I’ve been debating a gladiator rubicon for a while, but no rush to sell my Ram and JK.
Best of luck to you. Hope you find a great deal.
I got one, too! 18% off, book value on my trade. Good to go!
Congratulations to you!
I was curious how I'd like the adaptive cruise control in my JLU...and it's had a few moments where having it was nice...but my over all feelings being 6'3" is I'd rather not have a big box blocking a significant part of my view all the time for something I rarely use. Loved the happy pup time at the end!!!
LOL - glad to hear I'm not the only one who doesn't like that big black box on the windshield and happy to hear you enjoyed seeing Ripley 😎
MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR
Thank you and likewise
What’s wrong with the auto 4WD transfer case? I’ve never had issues with mine.
The clutch packs in it goes bad especially with some harder wheeling.
Damn you! Because of this video, I bought a Gladiator Rubicon.
And because of the price, I kept my 2-door, too.
LOL - congratulations to you 👍
cool gladiator, looks like deals are on the 23 models now I have a 22 and 24 rubicon 2 door models and on my 24 X no deals to be had just getting one was hard
The discounts are crazy. I picked up a sport with a freedom top, off road package with mud tires for $33k. It’s crazy.
Wow, that is awesome! Merry Christmas! 🎅
gladiator?!
Literally doing the same thing now, trading in my 23 sport 6spd 2 door in on a diesel Jt rubi
Awesome!
Sorry to hear Pippy had to but, the Gladiator will serve ya'll much better. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your family.
Trust me, we were sad to see her go but what we really need in our life is a useful truck. Merry Christmas to you and your family as well! 🎅
@wayalife thank you. After seeing your video where you were towing your utility trailer around, we went and bought our selves a 2023 Gladiator Willy's in the Hydro Blue Pearl colour. We love everything about it and where she's been able to take us. We aren't rock crawlers or overlanders but we are certainly off roaders: ) thanks again for all of the great content in your videos...
@@GreatOutdoorAdventure That's awesome and glad to hear it. Congratulations to you on your new Gladiator.
I think it’d be awesome if you did a factory bobbed bed if you don’t need all the space. Help with wheeling a lot and just looks great.
Sorry, not a fan of bobbed beds.
Congrats! Glad this dealer did you right, unlike like the other one you posted about a few days ago. Merry Christmas to you as well! Now excuse me, I'm off to go check Gladiator listings in my area.
LOL - thank you. We were very happy with the way this dealership treated us and by all means, get out there and find your great deal 👍
I'm going to miss Pippi. It's actually how I found your channel and inspired me to buy a 2dr JK Rubicon. Two doors are so much fun. I wished Jeep made a modern Jeep LJ, that would be awesome.
We're going to miss her too. 2-doors are a ton of fun but what we really need in our life is something useful like a truck.
Congrats on the new jeep! I am sad to see pipi go, I based my 2024 purchase off it, 2 dr red, base sport. Excited to see what you do with this one :)
We were sad to see her go too. Glad you're still excited to see what we do with this one.
Very smart purchase! We may just be seeing the last of our beloved, naturally aspirated V6 engine, Rubicons!
It was a hard decision for us to make but Pippi was just fun and what we really need a truck that can help out around the ranch. And yes, I do see an end to ICE coming sooner than later.
@@wayalife well if it makes you feel any better I sold my 2021 two-door Rubicon for a Toyota Tacoma, Trd, off-road and really hated the truck. I traded it in on a 2024 Rubicon extreme recon package! I love it but I still do miss my little two door! They are very impractical, but so fun to drive! in the end, I am very grateful to have my new Jeep! Congratulations and merry Christmas! 🎄
Congratulations to you on your new Rubicon! Merry Christmas! 🎅
Did you pay attention to the lifters ticking noise before leaving the dealer?
That’s one nice looking new toy! Congrats on getting the deal done!!
Thank you and Merry Christmas! 🎅
Yup, got a great deal on a 392 at Reno Lithia 🎉
Awesome! Congratulations :)
congratulations on the gladiator! i have a 2 door jl and was very excited to see you build your 2 door. a bit sad to see it gone
Thank you and we are sad to see her go as well. In the end, she was fun but what we really need is something useful.
I just went with a Mojave. I couldn’t pass up the deal. 20% off.
Congratulations to you!
I was looking at the Rubicon but went for the Mojave..Reinforced frame..Sport suspension.I love it❤
Always good to get something that you love.
@@wayalife Can't wait for the videos on this gladiator.
Got myself a Willy’s in November and absolutely love it! Wish i did get the LED lights but you can’t be a chooser with these great deals jeep is offering.
Awesome and congratulations! Merry Christmas! 🎅
Congrats! I’m planning to pick one up Thursday too! Can’t pass up these crazy prices
Awesome and congratulations! Merry Christmas 🎅
I was a viewer of Pippy videos because I have a 2-door JL and your how to videos are very helpful. Sad to see her go. Gone but not forgotten, fly high Pippy 🕊️
It was a hard decision for us to make being that we loved her but a truck is really what we needed in our day to day life. Hope you can be understanding.
@@wayalife oh I totally understand! Would’ve done the same thing in a heartbeat! I’m still watching any videos you post, that way when I have my future gladiator or 4-door, I can remember what videos to refer back to!
@adamc2451 LOL - awesome. We appreciate it :)
Beautiful new ride brother. Please say hi to Cindy and of course Merry Christmas 🎅🏾.
Thank you my friend! We hope you and your family have a very Merry Christmas!
You’ll like the headliner in Boulder City in the summer.
LOL - I have a feeling you're right!
As a gladiator owner, I totally approve of your dog play. (And your jeep purchase)
We’ve got the 21 rubi eco diesel, it’s great. Can’t wait to see what mods get installed!
LOL - awesome and thank you. Merry Christmas! 🎅
Merry Christmas and happy new year to you and yours as well.
Thank you! A very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you as well 😎
Our JTR and WK2 both have passive entry locks. Really messes me up when I go yank on the handle of my JKUR. :)
LOL - I so know what you mean. Merry Christmas! 🎅
There are some sweet deals. I got mine for 20% off here in Texas
Congratulations to you and Merry Christmas!
I just bought a 2023 Sarge Green Mojave this past Sat after watching this video! "CRAZY GOOD DEAL"