So im looking into grabbing a XJ as a DD but 2800 i sway to high for a vehicle with this kind of mileage havent gone to check it out yet ... but i will this week...any ideas on what i can offer ?

Thanks







1999 jeep cherokee sport 2800 obo
new tires
mp3 radio
car alarm with remote start
170000 miles
oil change every 3000 miles/doesnt burn or smoke any
4x4 excellent on the snow
new batttery
new alternator
clean inside and out
no rust
power windows/locks

I know to check for rust, see if it's the Dana 35 or Chrysler 8.25.

i think the Dana was a stronger unit?

Thanks for your help guys and hopefully ill have it soon.

 

Lots depends upon where you are located.

 

Northern NJ

 

No. The 8.25 is the stronger axle. The sport should have it. If it was maintained as advertised and all checks out $ 2800 is not too far out of line.

 

okay great so it should have that and just check for rust under the floor boards see how it runs obviously...how should i check for the rust under the floor boards from the under carriage or interior wise...sorry new to the new search

 

That mileage is nothing if it checks out good offer them 2500 or so they will take it

 

how about any heavy maintenance ill come across this will be my DD so im curious what ill being walking into

 

Well even a well maintained vehicle with 170k could potentially have some problems just because of wear and age. Just realize you are not buying a "new" vehicle. That's why it's 2500 not 25000!

 

Well if it has been maintained there really shouldnt be too much heavy maintenance as long as you jsut plan on driving it as a daily driver. The trans and engine in these are pretty solid. The Chrysler rear axle is also nicer than the D35. If you pick it up though I would change out the sparkplugs, do an oil change, and coolant flush for good measure. Its just good policy when buying a used vehicle.

Also some things to check for:
-rust underneath
-rust on quarter panels
-oil for traces of water just incase (milky color)
-dirty coolant
-make sure the transmission fluid doesnt smell burnt.

If the owner of the vehicle wont allow you to look things over just walk away from it (probably trying to hide something) Just trying to help you out cause Ive had buddies get burned on car deals.

 

Thanks i will check that out im going wednesday to check it out cash in hand just in case i appreciate everyones help.

 

Okay so saw the jeep last night i wouldnt give the kid 500 bucks

the search continues....lmk if anyone knows of any local of Northern NJ/ Central Jersey cash in hand

 

No details lol...

 

What was wrong with it?

 

lol its wednesday

Rusting passenger side under side
oil around the valve covers
appeared to be repainted
looks like it was hit "softly" passenger side
170k just in overall rough shape

 

found another one but there is small door / fender damage this one looks like in great overall shape dealer asking 2995.00

157k on it

hmmm i like it but still little high
heres the pics .. THOUGHTS>?