2014 Jeep Wrangler

Just what I was waiting for!! Awesome!!

By OCD man (MA) on Friday, July 19, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 5,000

Pros: "Go anywhere, upgrades are endless, all season vehi"

Cons: "None yet"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I have owned three CJ-7'S prior to this wrangler and they were a blast. When I found out that Penstar made a 285 HP motor for JK I had to test drive.. After test drive it ended up in my driveway.after a few after market changes lift kit, rims, 33" nitto's, Gibson exhaust,and a cold air intake I'm done. I have driven a lot of cars from vettes to M3's and jeep is by far the most fun go anywhere vehicle I've owned!!"

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It's O.K., but would not buy again

By tishpit (FL) on Monday, June 24, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 5,800

Pros: "Goes anywhere, rugged build, iconic image"

Cons: "New engine/tranny still only 18 MPG, quality so-so"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 5

"I had a 2004 Jeep Liberty that I LOVED... but traded due to gas tank placement freaking me out (had been rear-ended 3x prior). That car was a total joy... NEVER a repair in over 70,000 miles, though it had a drinking problem... 18 MPG overall on level ground. After a few attempts at Ford products and nothing but misery, I opted to go for a new Wrangler with hopes of recapturing that Jeep fun. Well... it's a mixed bag. The "new and improved engine and transmission" started off decent, then descended into a rut of about 18 MPG, just like the Liberty but with less room and not as fun to drive. The Freedom top leaks in heavy rain. The height adjuster on the driver's seat lowers itself and needs re-pumped periodically. Also seat cushion is long and hits back of legs. The drive is busy, but yeah, it's a truck, and now that I no longer need a vehicle to maneuver down mud-river roads, the Wrangler just isn't as pleasurable to live with as the old Liberty. Reaching anything in the back is a chore (2-door) and had to remove back seats (another chore) to fit anything much in rear. The Freedom top panels are heavy and awkward to handle, especially replacing them in a hurry (rain!). So going topless is not without effort and time and some place to keep the top, especially if you remove the rear (with HELP). The lights are great, incl. fogs, and it has that iconic Jeep persona. I guess it's all in what you need and like. Suggest you rent one before buying."

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