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So I am going to do the reverse of what everyone else does. I am going list the stats, then needs, then the good stuff. Isn't that what you are really looking at anyways? First things first. This vehicle has RUST. It was originally a New Hampshire vehicle = snow = salt = rust. Onward:

Stats:
• Black
• Cherokee Sport, 4wd
• 4.0 High output 6 cylinder engine
• Rare 5-speed manual
• Chrysler 8.25 rear end
• 1999 with the best manifold for that model generation (before OBD II)
• 153,000 miles
• Power windows
• Power Locks
• MP3 Cd player
• CLEAN OREGON TITLE IN HAND
• DEQ just completed and good until March 2016
• Jeep ecco alloy wheels
• Tow option with front mounted transmission cooler
• Jeep Roof Rack

Needs:
• Oil filter housing gasket
• Speedometer gauge (at the tranny)
• Transmission mount
• Probably a pitman arm to fix steering sway (see below for extensive front end replacements already done)
• Front Speakers
• Probably the passenger rear leaf spring
• Body work for the rocker panels (see pics)
• Fog light switch (bulbs and housings are great)
• AC compressor

The Goods:
• Hidden snorkel intake system (2011)
• Aftermarket headers (2011)
• Catback exhaust with full 2.5” pipes and new cat (2011)
• Exhaust manifold gasket (2011)
• Both motor mounts (2011)
• New 02 sensors (2011)
• Bored Throttle Body (2011)
• H4 headlights with direct battery connection (2011)
• Hella H4 80W/100W bulbs (2014)
• 4 gauge electrical wiring, custom job. (2011)
• 4 gauge grounding kit , custom job. (2011)
• Near complete front end rebuild. Both tie rod ends, both u-joint, both ball joints, drag link, track bar, and both front wheel hubs. (2014)
• New oil pan gasket (2014)
• New rear main seal (2014)
• New serpentine belt (2011)
• Aftermarket valve cover and gasket (see pics, 2011)
• Replaced 3 window motors (2011)
• Repaired and grease rear trunk lock (2014)
• Cross drilled and slotted front rotors (2011)
• Hawk front pads (2011)
• Curt Tow hitch (2011)
• New windshield (2014)
• New Wipers (2014)
• Front and rear diff fluid change (2014)
• Transmission fluid flush and change (2011)
• Die Hard battery (2011)

As you can see, I have done a lot to this car since its purchase in 2011. My policy has always been that if you replace it, upgrade it, hence many of the upgrades. Much of this work was done in preparation for our move to Oregon from Connecticut. Most items were replaced despite working perfectly well upon purchase. I was just going for over kill and confidence in my vehicle. This Jeep towed our pop up camper for 3,300 miles like a champ. All of the upgrades were perfect for such a long tow over such steep terrain as the Rockies. This jeep pulls hard!

I searched for a long time to find a 5 speed XJ and had to go all the way to New Hampshire from Connecticut to find it. The only major problem with this Jeep, as with any truck from the north east, is rust. There is significant rust on rocker panel and on the undercarriage. Nothing functional is effected, it’s all cosmetic stuff. The rear passenger spring also needs replacement. 4wd worked amazing this last winter snow. There is a little clunking coming out from the worn transmission mount. There are also other little things that are just easier to discuss in person or on the phone.

As it stands, this Jeep will start and run forever. If you don’t mind your car looking a little beat up, this is a great car for you. Practical and cheap repairs that could be done sooner then later would be the transmission mount, the oil filter housing gasket, and speedometer gear gasket. I have a mobile mechanic that I have used for several repairs who quoted me $150 in labor.

Okay, this is long enough! Email or PM me for more info!

Pictures are not uploading for me (and I have lots of them), so I have included a CL link. Hopefully this is acceptable.

http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/4499740144.html