So I'm considering restoring the exterior of my 98 Cherokee Classic. I basically need a hood, the cowling between the hood and windshield, the 3 front bumper pieces, right front fender and a rear bumper. I'm assuming for the hood pieces my best bet is a junk yard. How about the other pieces? Aftermarket or same route?

After getting the body pieces, I want it painted the factory black and I plan to powder coat the wheels in the original grey. The interior is in good shape, could use new carpets. Thoughts and suggestions?

 

When you say the 3 front bumper pieces. Talking the 2 bumper caps and the bumper? I have some aftermarket bumper caps on my '00 XJ. Just the regular one. Not painted to match. I think those are OK. They seem to bolt up right and fit fine. Thing is there are 2 foam inserts, one in each side, that you do not get when you buy the aftermarket ones. Can't say for sure if you really need them though. But just thought I would mention it. Only thing in your list I have first hand experience with.