I have a 95 my family bought new that has 380,000 on it and it’s never been apart. All original drivetrain
@qbubbaq
3 жыл бұрын
Only Problem with the Jeeps in my neck of the woods is rust, Cant kill those 4.0 Drivetrain
@youtubecarspottersguide1
3 жыл бұрын
ZJ and that 4.0 in line 6 cant get any better
@joshuakurian5994
3 жыл бұрын
My father had a 95 5.2 limited and was pretty reliable.
@michaelhixson5762
3 жыл бұрын
I have over 536k miles on my 98 ZJ... 4.0L with a long arm lift and 33's. Old Jeep is stupid tough and extremely capable off road. Been a damn good vehicle
@odiltm259
Жыл бұрын
glad to hear i’ve got 300,000 miles to go, how are the electrical gremlins doing on yours? mines functioning under the “yes… but” rule. (example yes the sun roof opens BUT it doesn’t close every time)
@Spruce-Bug
Жыл бұрын
Do you have the stock axles? i'm planning to swap in High Pinion Dana 30
@corvo7743
11 ай бұрын
@@odiltm259that’s because jeep decided a biodegradable wiring harness was a good idea😂😂
@helloukw
7 ай бұрын
What the heck? And I though only diesel engines can get so many miles. Well, I'm an European so here most of the high milage cars are diesel. How capable is as an off roader? I plan on getting a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, but in case I won't have the money I need I might get an oldie like this Jeep Grand Cherokee. What do you think? Thanks.
@constitutionalrepublican1611
2 ай бұрын
@@helloukw go old. new jeeps arent nearly as capable as the older ones.
@adamweaver5048
3 жыл бұрын
My Folks have had their ‘94 Grand Cherokee with the factory 5 speed manual transmission since new in August of 1994. It’s been quite a good vehicle over the years.
@andrewarzoian4266
3 жыл бұрын
Post some pictures or a video if you can, that would be cool to see.
@anonymous2457
3 жыл бұрын
I just bought a 94 today
@myopiniongoodyouropinionbad
2 жыл бұрын
Wow. The manual is pretty uncommon for Grand Cherokees
@omegarugal9283
Жыл бұрын
@@myopiniongoodyouropinionbad a 1-year-only deal
@foch3
3 жыл бұрын
Tommy this doesn't have a bad transmission. This has an AW4. Look at the shifter 1/2 on the same position.
@jasonferguson1890
3 жыл бұрын
This is correct. You hit the jackpot with an early '93 that has the aw4. From mid '93 on they had the crappy 42re.
@user-tb7rn1il3q
3 жыл бұрын
@@jasonferguson1890 The 42re while nowhere as good as the Toyota auto is still a decent transmission. The GM 4L60e was the really bad transmission of that era.
@ericharrison619
2 жыл бұрын
Came here to say the same.👍 Also the "Garbage" transmissions could and do live a long life with proper heat management. I have yet to kill one after adding a decent cooler. Don't tell anyone as I am enjoying the current prices.
@Richez1
2 жыл бұрын
@@ericharrison619 any transmission is happier with a trans cooler, have done it to my 42re and its still going great after i put 45k miles on it in just the last year(fresh fluid and it also has 235k on the original trans 😅) another reason they can go if i recall they have an anti drainback valve that can fail and the pump will run dry on the first drive after a couple of days and that can usually kill them pretty quick.
@MotoNORMative
5 ай бұрын
Came here to say this 4.0 I6 with the AW4 is the BEST COMBO. Add full time 4WD and you’ve got a true GEM
@cremazie
3 жыл бұрын
This is what sets TFL apart from every other outlet! Jeep brings the original Grand Cherokee to show how far it has come. Everyone else looks at it and nods, Tommy goes ahead and shows us just how cool they really were.
@BasementBerean
3 жыл бұрын
I own a 1996 ZJ that I bought new. It has the 318 V8. It has just over 150,000 miles and is all stock. I've kept up with the maintenance and replaced entire systems with stock parts. Other than the maker of this fine video, does anyone else think these are going up in value?
@byrde4329
2 жыл бұрын
No, they're definitely not but run it until it dies.
@ashevilletrainman6989
2 жыл бұрын
@@byrde4329 agreed. Really fun to drive and pretty tough for its age
@briroc26
2 жыл бұрын
It has a following ,but as far as big bucks don't think so .. I'd keep the body clean and run it til dead than sell the body to someone who wants to do an off road build
@adamrouse16
2 жыл бұрын
They'll go up in value. If you ask of course you'll be told to run it until it dies, which it won't.
@artvandellay
Жыл бұрын
Seen several below 50k miles listed for over 30 grand on auto trader
@tafloyd2
3 жыл бұрын
I beat the hell out of mine and the transmission kept right on ticking. The only time I have seen those jeep 4 speeds go out is from being neglected by not adding fluids. Believe It or not I have even seen one run dry, then get topped off and drive home. Also, the 5.2/318 v8 is the best engine ever. My dodge Dakota is still going strong with 425,000 miles and its original drivetrain.
@TheMnfrontierman
3 жыл бұрын
Do a review another forgotten classic, an ZJ Orvis Edition with the Upcountry Package. Love mine with the 5.2, I'm pulling fullsize trucks out of mud and snow with this little beast.
@youtubecarspottersguide1
3 жыл бұрын
allways wanted a orvis with up county there where some 6 s and a silver color very rare
@jamescaldwell2095
3 жыл бұрын
I'd love the Orvis. Just bought a pristine limited 5.2l a few months ago and love it.
@KJsProjects
3 жыл бұрын
Love my 97 ZJ. Great value for a capable offroader. Everyone loves the XJs, but the ZJs have the same front end, you get coils on all four corners, plus the 96-98 get rear disk brakes. I also love my 5.2 (318). Currently lifted 4.5 inches, 33 inch tires, rear is locked, winch, and snorkel.
@aaroncraig2250
Жыл бұрын
My 95 has rear disks, which is great I hate drum brakes.
@chadcarterii9068
3 жыл бұрын
That early ZJ would have had the AW-4 transmission just like the XJ instead of the not so great 42re! So cool to see that one in mint condition!
@waterloo123100
Жыл бұрын
The 42re is just fine
@jonathanphillips3612
3 жыл бұрын
Tommy the best Engine for the first Generation was the 5.2 liter V8!! Trust me
@alexanderdrago7166
3 жыл бұрын
*360
@jonathanphillips3612
3 жыл бұрын
@@alexanderdrago7166 the 5.9 was a damn good engine as well👍🏻
@vladm5992
3 жыл бұрын
No it was the 4.0
@jonathanphillips3612
3 жыл бұрын
@@vladm5992 it was decent but to me not the best.
@gasolinediesel972
3 жыл бұрын
4.0l for reliability. 5.9 for power.
@johnsarcaneautos
3 жыл бұрын
My 95 Grand Cherokee went over 256K on the original engine and trans when I sold it. It had the Aisin trans and it was fine as long as you service it regularly. Son has a 98 GC with 180K and still going strong. These are the best of all the Grand Cherokees in my opinion
@Kieryboo
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely agree. My 1998 has 311,000 original miles on everything but the radiator and transmission. Radiator left at 310k and trans at 289k, but I've had no issues since. Second owner here. Maintenance matters and will make them run and drive almost indefinitely.
@martinvalencia6141
3 жыл бұрын
wow that the cleanest grand ive seen in a while, i hope they stay forgotten so that i can keep buying them for 1500 running and driving
@MrMattMohler
3 жыл бұрын
Love my 93 5.2! Cup holders suck!
@nathanrespess1276
3 жыл бұрын
Proud to own a 1993 5 speed ZJ one of 1500 ever made
@meganyoumad
3 жыл бұрын
8000 miles on a Jeep from 92??? That’s incredible
@willb3018
3 жыл бұрын
For sure. Every once in a while some old original vehicle shows up with crazy low miles like this. People are amazed when they see my wife's 2002 BMW 325 has only 41,000. Low to be sure but nothing compared to this Jeep. If people only knew what was out there.
@BYLRPhil
3 жыл бұрын
Seems it’s still owned by Chrysler.
@lightsfansofthewest481
Жыл бұрын
@@BYLRPhil They are now, but when this was made, AMC still owned Jeep.
@pinter3115
Жыл бұрын
Fr I got mine with 250,00
@waterloo123100
Жыл бұрын
@@lightsfansofthewest481 AMC made the concept Chrysler actually put it into production. It’s a Chrysler jeep
@chrisinutahpagano6774
3 жыл бұрын
227,500 miles on my 1995 GC 4.0. Runs great. Off-road it often. Comfy, in great condition and I'll keep it as long as I can. NP 242 transfer case is so fun! Averages 18 mpgs. Leaks when it feels like it
@ek6648
3 жыл бұрын
Im thinking about buying a Dodge W200 5.2L V8 automatic 1976. Are these good and trustworthy on quality of the entire truck? Like how fast does something break? According to car dealer its at 42.793km so it hasnt seen much so it hasnt degraded alot.
@tima6549
3 жыл бұрын
One of the best trucks ever built. Take care of the transmission and you'll be fine.
@alexanderdrago7166
3 жыл бұрын
The early zjs still had the same AW4 automatic as the XJs which are bulletproof. Also XJs are not that expensive. Bought my 87 cherokee pioneer for 3500 bucks w 120k miles. 4.0 aw4 4x4 with no power options
@SuperBikerboy101
2 жыл бұрын
@@InternetDude I’m jealous
@top4runner99
3 жыл бұрын
First car I ever rode in from the hospital after being born in 01, my parents was a 97, my parents got it from my grandpa after he passed away in 97
@79thump8
3 жыл бұрын
Your grandpa had good taste in suv's.
@top4runner99
3 жыл бұрын
@@79thump8 ya, my grandpa also had a 92 Jeep Cherokee, which my grandma drove till she was 90, I think it had under 50’000 miles, it was super nice
@79thump8
3 жыл бұрын
@@top4runner99 That’s pretty cool that your grandparents wanted to drive cars that weren’t the typical grandparent 4 door land yachts.
@top4runner99
3 жыл бұрын
@@79thump8 ya my grandparents always had cars in the driveway from what I’m told I never got to see it, my grandparents also had a 73 GMC motor home, that thing was cool, what did your grandparents drive?
@79thump8
3 жыл бұрын
@@top4runner99 I had two grandparents that drove new trucks. One always drove a new Ford. The other a new Chevy. But my Grandmother loved Camaros and drove an 84 Camaro Berlinetta she bought new, and then traded it for a new 95 Camaro that she drove well in to her 80's. She and I would always talk cars and had that in common.
@ambienteterrazas
3 жыл бұрын
Basically every old 4x4 is exploding in value because new trucks and suv's with 4x4 are crazy expensive, pre owned are not far behind in price to new ones and older models (2010ish) are still above 10k, that leaves the mid 2000s and 90s 4x4's as the only viable option for us poor people, but now even those are getting out of reach :(
@ericharrison619
2 жыл бұрын
Not to mention the new stuff is just too big. Parked next to a new 4 door wrangler my ZJ seems like a compact.
@magcv92
3 жыл бұрын
You're wrong! 93 ZJ has AW4 auto tranny, it last forever too!
@Reality_Filter
3 жыл бұрын
"What's a ZJ? "If you have to ask, you can't afford it" -Badrinath
@lanceallen386
3 жыл бұрын
I am a fan of the Grand Cherokee, if it is possible, I would like to see a comparison between the Trailhawk and the Laredo E with the off road package out on the trail.
@mbolt7575
3 жыл бұрын
I got $4 dollars haha
@5.9manualzj
2 жыл бұрын
i absolutely loved my 97 5.2 laredo so much as a first car, that i swapped a 5.9 & an NV3500 5 speed manual in it. shes come a long way with me.
@CarsTrucksWhatever
2 жыл бұрын
I had a 1995 Jeep ZJ with the 4.0L back in the day now I have 1998 Jeep ZJ 5.9L that I started to build into a overloader 4 inch 31s
@UnionThugg
3 жыл бұрын
Nothing at all wrong with the 42RE. Keep the kickdown cable and bands adjusted, and keep it full of fresh Mopar ATF+4, and it'll last a long time.
@j1m1j3nkins5
Жыл бұрын
I agree I have owned several 42re Transmissions it only had one that would slip round corners every once in awhile but it had 350,000 Mi on it as well so slipping around corners is okay.
@jayxtreme6
Жыл бұрын
Just add an external cooler that bypasses the radiator which has a check valve that jams up and stops fluid flow. That's what kills 42RE transmissions in the ZJ.
@UnionThugg
Жыл бұрын
@jayxtreme6 false. The check valve is in the return line. You have to run the tank cooler in series with the external cooler, otherwise the fluid will not reach proper operating temp when ambient air temperatures are below freezing. Remember, ATF+4, the only fluid allowed by Chrysler, is a synthetic that works best at 180°. If you don't get it to that temp, it will not flow correctly.
@jonhall6195
3 жыл бұрын
If it’s the aw4 your wrong about that transmission it’s dam near unkillable
@justinfoy7514
3 жыл бұрын
That damned new Grand Cherokee L looks way too much like a Durango.
@Eldomibori
3 жыл бұрын
This really makes me miss my 98’ Limited with the 5.2...It was in mint condition but the head gasket blew.
@getlosttoday4045
3 жыл бұрын
Have you not seen Matt's off road recovery... values have already went up with his channel😂
@brossovitch
3 жыл бұрын
I love my 5.2l ZJ. The last good Grand Cherokee. (Besides the 5.9l)
@markarnold5898
3 жыл бұрын
I still have my 95. I’ve modded it over the years to keep it going, and for fun.
@spartanchirho
3 жыл бұрын
I still love the "squared look". It will definitely make a come back.
@jeepersdelight
3 жыл бұрын
Jason from Maryland here. One half of the American Cherokees USA YT chanell. One thing you will HAVE to inspect is under the plastic rocker covers and door moulding...been there with my two all original ZJs. I also have 9 all original XJ Cherokees from the the first three AMC years 84 85 86 to the Daimler-Chrysler last years. Between me and my brothers we have 23 XJs. 🍻🍻
@LukeEdward
3 жыл бұрын
TOMMY - Please hold back your reservations on the transmission. There was an early Aisin 4-speed automatic model that was great. The PRNDL indicator allowed all the way to “1” if you’re looking at the lever. Plus, if you maintain them, the Chrysler auto can make it just fine. My last 318 V8 AWD had 183,000 when I got rid of it, and my last 4.0L 6cyl 2wd had 287,000 on it.
@alexanderdrago7166
3 жыл бұрын
Yes aw4 is bulletproof
@ColbertV8
Жыл бұрын
Love my ZJs ( 97 limited 318V8 / 98 limited 360V8 and 98 l6 laredo )
@17MGTP
Жыл бұрын
I just bought a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited for 3800 it has 100k miles on it, and it's in mint condition. It has a 5.2 L V8 and full-time AWD/ with 4 low, I'm putting 1095.00 into it to replace stuff that wears. But so with labor, I have a nice Jeep for under 6k :)
@4literfandaniel373
3 жыл бұрын
Quadtrac II transfer case. Definitely not my favorite. My 04 wj had it, the only thing good about it was the low range 4 low. Not a fan of not being in control.
@j1m1j3nkins5
Жыл бұрын
I have only owned 4.0 AMC 6 cylinders for the last 25 years. I still own the first one I bought it has 485000 miles on it I've kept up with the maintenance every time it had an oil leak I fixed it. I would drive it to Canada tomorrow and I live in Memphis Tennessee
@bradlaflamme6127
3 жыл бұрын
I currently have 1 1998 zj limited with full time 4wd and 318 5.2l v8 with 270,000 miles. Also i have a 96 xj with 250,000 miles with the 4.0. Both are still daily drivers.
@liriogalvan9131
3 жыл бұрын
I have a 1993 red color with 093,000 original miles one owner and I love it 🥰 oh yes 🙏🇺🇸🇮🇪🇮🇹🇩🇴🌻🌞💜
@zxej6879
3 жыл бұрын
I have a '96 ZJ as a project vehicle. I got it because the rear axle housing was broken. And it ate 2 differentials. I upgraded it to a remanufactured Dana 44 with a TrueTrac differential. Everything else is stock. It had a severe death wobble. So I replaced all the control arms and shocks, plus the track bar. It has stock alloy wheels running 255/70-15 tires. Running in the Mojave desert, the ZJ has been unstoppable so far. It just seems to go anywhere. Sure more power would be nice. And the transmission worries me. But I have seriously been considering swapping in a Cummins R2.8. Even if I keep the 4.0L engine. I really would like to put in a ZF 8-speed. When I refurbish the front axle. A locker of some kind will be installed. And the dash will get upgrades. Since it has OBD2, a modern information device like a Bank's iDash or the Edge tablet will be installed. Along with an improved radio that accepts SiriusXM. The WJ is a fat pig compared to the ZJ. And my friends that have XJ project vehicles are envious of the room of the ZJ.
@havenmcgarity1472
3 жыл бұрын
I'm 17 just got a 96 Zj as my first car saved up all my summer grass cutting money to get it
@adamtownsend3283
11 ай бұрын
I got a 4.0 in a 94 and it hasn't ever had issues besides a sloppy transmission and bad steering issues
@jasonbyrne6312
3 жыл бұрын
My old man had a 95 ZJ Limited. We put over half a million kilometres on it before having to put her down. The 4.0 never hesitated and the trans was only serviced once in its lifespan (fluid/filter). One of the best and most reliable vehicles we’ve ever had in the family.
@trailrunnah8886
3 жыл бұрын
Wow, I love that this exists, it's so minty-fresh! I love zj's, I think they may be the best Jeep. I had a 97 that was 15 years old when I finally got rid of it, and it was not because of mechanical issues, but the fact that 15 New England winter has had taken their toll on the structure. In 12 years of ownership, it never left me stranded, and always got me where I needed to go. It had almost 170k when I got rid of it, and no transmission issues, and the engine didn't even use any oil during the 6k mile interval I was using. Now I have a 5th gen 4Runner, and I honestly think that the ZJ's a better vehicle. I never had any issues with the transmission in my ZJ, and when they came out in 1992, 190hp was actually quite a bit. Everyone else's V6 was closer to the 140 or 150 HP mark. I think the second most powerful V6 was the 4.3 in the GM SUVs, it made 165ish.
@bradpittiful7288
3 жыл бұрын
love the ZJs and WJs
@justazach2787
3 жыл бұрын
My parents used to own an 98' Jeep Grand Cherokee with the 4.0l straight six and getting to see one of these ZJ Grand Cherokees especially one with the 4.0l straight six inside and out brought back so many childhood memories of being driven around in our old Jeep. It's ashamed our old Grand Cherokee was totaled because my dad had the engine rebuilt not to long before it got totaled after having it hit 300k miles and was always such a good vehicle to us growing up when I was a kid.
@lucasechenique39
3 жыл бұрын
I had a 93 Grand Wagoneer with 200k. I never should have sold it, it was probably one of the coolest vehicles I've ever had
@CraigSmith568
3 жыл бұрын
Too bad the new ones are such garbage, only at a higher price.
@farleyboy1968
3 жыл бұрын
We own a 2001 WJ and it has gotten through some truly unintended muddy conditions. I will someday own a Wrangler and love Jeeps!!!
@isaac24
3 жыл бұрын
I have to say, I'm an XJ guy to the end. The ZJ is okay, but I don't find it as visually appealing as the XJ.
@trailrunnah8886
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, there is something about the boxy simplicity of the XJ. I had a ZJ, and I loved it, but I always kind of wanted an XJ as well. I think the ZJ was a perfect size though. Whenever I see an XJ, I'm always surprised at how tiny they are. CJ's looks small compared to today's SUVs too, but from having only one I know they have pretty decent interior room and were good sized for the day.
@kerryrwac
3 жыл бұрын
David Tracey over at Jalopnik has 2 manual transmission ZJ's. It might even be 3. I know he's combining 2 of them to make 1 good one.
@Belmont148
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, they brought 4wd wagons to the masses. They said lets take everything Toyota is doing right and do the opposite. I loved/hated my 96 Limited. Awesome seats, badass looks, but blew an engine and tranny way too early. Thing creaked and groaned at 80k miles.
@obviousgreyman
3 жыл бұрын
My second car was a 94 grand Cherokee and I genuinely loved it and happen to know it’s still running strong. Also if you live in the snow that all time 4wd is crazy capable and confidence inspiring when the roads get slick.
@markwolf8804
3 жыл бұрын
I have a 98 5.9 Limited with 4 1/2" of lift, long arm front, short arm rear, front ARB bumper and rear RockHard swingaway carrier. It can go whever I have enough guts to point it. It also has lockers front and rear with 33X10.5X15 tires and a Ford Explorer 8.8 rear axle for dependability. Best part is I bought it off Ebay last Labor Day and it only had 78,328 miles! It now has 80,500 miles and should last me a while in AZ weather.
@chadingram6390
3 жыл бұрын
Where do you go in AZ?
@314jeepsnmopars3
3 жыл бұрын
Looks like the ZJ they showed on stage during the unveil. You guys should definitely get one for the channel since you guys had the WJ go on TFL Bids. These need some mainstream love,luckily Legit Street Cars has a 5.9 Limited. Also that early build ZJ has the AW4 used in the XJ much more reliable after 93 model year they dropped it. You can tell but the selector having 3 then 1-2 instead of OD, D, 2 ,1 on the 42RE.
@trail-wolf4x4
3 жыл бұрын
I got two 98s, both have been awesome. One was prebuilt and been great the other I got out of a mechanics field before he scrapped it
@stayve.
Жыл бұрын
I bet they explode in value. Been fixing up a shitbox zj for a couple months on my channel the things bulletproof
@seanhenderson2079
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for driving the price of my grand up 🤣
@dennis00zilch
3 жыл бұрын
I have an early 93. The automatic transmissions on the early ZJ was the AW4 not the junkie 42RE that you're thinking of. Other than that you summed things up pretty well.
@jaredoaks6317
3 жыл бұрын
That’s funny that the last two classic suv videos done is the 1995 Pathfinder and Jeep ZJ Grand Cherokee V8 and I have both sitting in the driveway as daily drivers
@msudawg1997
3 жыл бұрын
my wife drove an 01 XJ from about 60K miles until we sold it with about 220K miles. 4.0 was a great engine and AW4 was a solid transmission. ONLY reason I didn't keep it was it was 2WD.
@kevinsvideogameworldkvgw1507
3 жыл бұрын
I had a 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee with a 186 thousand miles on it replaced a Radiator that’s it had four years the most dependable vehicle I owned don’t even know why I sold it.....should have kept it
@jasonquaile2492
3 жыл бұрын
I only ever had to change the rad on my 93 after a bird flew through it! I think I may have done a water pump, and definitely CV joints. That 5.2L was one of the best vehicles I've ever owned, but the rust got to it up here in Quebec
@ColJonSquall1
3 жыл бұрын
Favourite generation of Grand Cherokee. Had a 94, it was rotted out (due to rust), burned oil, but it just kept on trucking. I can confirm the transmission was bad, when it was near its end, it could barely climb a hill or take any sort of incline at speed highway speed.
@rhar1044
3 жыл бұрын
Not true Tommy. I had a 1993 auto Laredo with a straight 6. Put 250K miles before someone sugared my tank. Best SUV I ever owned. I did have to rebuild the transfer case at 180K, but that was because I ran the shift on the fly 4x4 full-time.
@zahimiibrahim3602
Жыл бұрын
I owned a Cherokee 2.5 in the early 90's and bought a used '97 Grand Cherokee 4.0 sometime in the early 2000's. People say the Toyota RX300 was the first 'nice' driving luxury SUV but the Grand Cherokee came first in my opinion. Really nice to drive, the 4.0 inline 6 was super smooth, reliable and powerful for the time and had a sleek design that looks good even today. Fond memories.
@benson5809
3 жыл бұрын
Yay I am so exited too see the NEW Cherokee
@jeepsblackpowderandlights4305
4 ай бұрын
the transmissions were fine, it was lack of maintenance that did them in.. they need fluid changes every 25-35k miles... ppl drove em to 100k miles and wondered why the transmissions broke.. o ut 98 zj 4.0 has 450k miles on its engine and 42re transmission.. no rebuild
@ajfromca
3 жыл бұрын
I have a nov 92 Jeep ZJ I6 with the AW4 transmission with 290k on the clock. The trans has never been rebuilt and is running fine.
@kevinknabe7252
3 жыл бұрын
Thats an aw4 trans in that zj. There's nothing wrong with it. My 98 zj has the original trans with 209,000 and it didn't have the best life either.
@OutnBacker
2 жыл бұрын
The transmission was not bad. many problems with it are associated with the torque converter, not the transmission. people would have a mechanic rebuild or replace a trans , and try to squeeze a penny by not replacing the torque converter, which caused the problem in the first place. Then, 18 months later - surprise - more trans problems. The transmissions were a light/moderate duty spec, and if maintained will still be good today. Not bad for an AMC designed and spec'd vehicle done in 1982/1983 and not built until 1992/1993. They are the last AMC Jeeps of this class, and can haul the mail with anything else since.
@chadwilliams8741
Жыл бұрын
Ive had litterally dozens of these, currently have 2 I have given to my kids and have never had a single transmission issue.
@mardamek
3 жыл бұрын
Hi, Tommy. Have to say that you do have a good taste in cars, at least in older, more classic ones. This Grand Cherokee is one of the cars from my childhood that I dreamed about, right up there with E30 3-series. Those are cars that I'd be happy to have even today, without caveats.
@R.Nelson
3 жыл бұрын
I'll take this over the new one
@flight2k5
3 жыл бұрын
This is a real truck right? 😂
@R.Nelson
3 жыл бұрын
@@flight2k5 doesn't have steel frame...so I might say no...90s versions nicer thou
@flight2k5
3 жыл бұрын
@@R.Nelson I was just mocking you
@flight2k5
3 жыл бұрын
@@R.Nelson why is it nicer “thou”
@R.Nelson
3 жыл бұрын
@@flight2k5 jus think older stuff looked better...not much into newer stuff...but it's cool see what's out there
@razvandobos9759
9 ай бұрын
The American Lada Niva. Both use a unibody platform but are also very capable off roading.
@alale923
3 жыл бұрын
I miss my 96 zj. 5.2 with a limited interior. Im holding out for a 5.9 one day.
@theborg269x
3 жыл бұрын
Early 90s? And the transmissions are not that bad.. the ax15 shits out just as easy
@waltermeono5253
3 күн бұрын
Amazing Grand Cherokee! Greetings from Costa Rica.
@michaelthomas4367
3 жыл бұрын
I have a 98 zj with the 4.0 and everything works absolutely great vehicle
@sloppyoppie
3 жыл бұрын
5th gen looks very similar to a minivan. 1gen GeeZAY all the way!
@willb3018
3 жыл бұрын
Forgotten? Maybe TFL forgot about it.
@packofhounds
3 жыл бұрын
That's what I was thinking. There were and are billions of these things around.
@cremazie
3 жыл бұрын
They are just not collectable yet.
@lampitl
Жыл бұрын
I did not read through all the comments, so not sure if this was already mentioned: the ZJ in this video has an AW4 transmission which actually are known for being just about as bulletproof as the 4.0 engine. On the other hand, the 42RE (late '93-'98 4.0s) and 44RE ('96-'98 5.2 V8s) Chrysler transmissions aren't exactly good, and even the slightly heavier duty 46RE ('98 5.9) and 46RH ('93-'95 5.2s) aren't the best transmissions as stock.
@mozzberg590
3 жыл бұрын
My 97 and an 04 ZJ. I sold them but they are solid runners and still running today.
@MotoNORMative
5 ай бұрын
My first car was the little bro of this car (XJ). I loved that thing.
@V8AmericanMuscleCar
3 жыл бұрын
Besides the XJ one of my favorite 4x4s.
@danielmaybee68
3 жыл бұрын
was it 1st gen or 2nd when u could get the gold "wire spoke" looking wheels?
@psychologicaltirefire8190
2 жыл бұрын
Just bought a 98' Laredo with the 318V8 and someone swapped in a NP242. 180k miles and being a Minnesota car its whole life its not all too rusted. For 3,000 bucks and everything works except ABS, airbags, and the air con. It's going to be a winter car so air con doesn't matter to me. Airbags shouldn't be an issue, only once if anything. ABS is something I'd like to have, but not necessary. It runs incredibly smooth. It does shift kinda hard into drive from park and reverse.
@msudawg1997
3 жыл бұрын
The Chrysler 42RE transmission that was used starting in 94 was garbage. That particular ZJ has an Aisin AW4 which is most definitely NOT garbage. The XJ continued to use the AW4 that is got in 1987 through the end of the model in 2001.
@ATLOffroad
3 жыл бұрын
I had the same rims on my 96 Cherokee. I would love to own that Grand Cherokee.
@kahuamero
3 жыл бұрын
I had 4.0 Laredo 97 zj 200k miles, runs great, but I really want manual transmission and LP gas or propane fuel system, can you make a video if this it's possible and the cost. Greetings from Mexico.
@stout_tossme7541
3 жыл бұрын
Son-in-law has a built 93 ZJ. It is a beast off-road.
@ryanmartinage
3 жыл бұрын
Stop talking about these vehicles. Tired of TFL and other channels blasting the last remaining affordable platforms. xD
@Tateronatangent
10 ай бұрын
Purchased a 4.0 zj that was manual swapped. It has a piston slap at about 2.5k rpms but she still rips, no leaks doesn't burn oil and at 275k mil3s ^.^
@froggerman44
2 жыл бұрын
Own a 1996, with a 5.2, own it now for 22 years, never a issue, bad fuel economy, but it’s a v8, wish I could buy a new one! Do it in a heartbeat!!
@nickd.4512
2 жыл бұрын
I have a 98 zj, out of the box stock. Only 146k on it. 4.0 and auto. Runs great only problem is an intermittent electrical issue. Ign cuts out momentarily now and again. Have no plans on getting rid of it. Also had a 96 which was an absolute tank. Til it got smashed just enough that ins totalled it. Love em tho. Not really interested in the new ones. Not getting one any newer than the 04 i had. Selectrac is the only way to go. Cant have as much fun with fulltime 4wd.
@BrandonSchumacher9519
2 жыл бұрын
Had a 98 Zj Laredo 4.0 4x4 for 4yrs and man that thing was a blast. It had its issues but hey what jeep don’t right? The last year I had omg 😆 blew the rear spider gears out of it took two weeks to get it fixed since it was all bound up then I’d say two weeks later it blew them out again but not before the front lower passenger side control arm snapped off the uni body mount. Welded that up half assed and it actually drove down the road at 80mph without problems. Anyways it blew the spider gears again just backing into the driveway yet it also blew a hole through the top of the housing a little bigger then a quarter. Got new gears again but the ring gear was chipped so I filed it all day and put it all together with a bolt and a lot of JB weld plugged that hole in the housing oh did I mention the diff cover had holes in it also from some gear going around the ring gear while driving yeah that was also JB welded up. After that took it out of the garage and beat the dog piss out of it in the middle of the Illinois winter last year. I’d probably buy another and almost did but found a lifted 05 Wk Laredo 4.7 AWD so I went with that. Loved the Zj and always will have a soft spot in my heart for them.
@joepennRR1
2 жыл бұрын
I've never seen a manual 4.0 growing up my dad had three Jeeps I have also had a 96 Cherokee classic a 98 Grand Cherokee Laredo and I currently own a 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee Orvis Edition and the friends are just as reliable as the motors and again I have never seen a 4 L manual ever
@matthewfinholm6065
11 ай бұрын
It's the v8 grand Cherokees that had terrible transmissions. The 6cyl zjs were fine
@AdhdMadness101
2 жыл бұрын
I just got my parents ol jeep that I have known throughout my entire life and it was transferred into my name recently..... it was treated terribly 😔 unfortunately I have been pouring money into it I'm hoping I can get it back to its old self
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