When did Jeep stop making the Jeep Wrangler YJ?
Production of the Wrangler continued in earnest even as the YJ model was set to be replaced by the newer TJ in 1996. There was no ’96 Wrangler, technically, but Jeep continued to build and produce the YJ through that year. A Rio Grande trim package was introduced for ’95, and was available only on base Wrangler S models.
Is the 1987 Wrangler YJ the same car as the 1984 Cherokee?
Although the 1987 Wrangler YJ continued to use a separate body and frame, with the same wheelbase as the CJ-7, and still solid axles both front and rear, it was a significantly new design, that borrowed its suspension, drivetrain, and interior from the 1984 Cherokee (XJ) model. The new car had a wider track,…
When did the Jeep Wrangler come to market?
(The lawsuit would be dropped after a later owner of Wrangler jeans found it frivolous.) The Wrangler came to market in the summer of 1986 as a 1987 model riding on—you guessed it—Goodyear Wrangler tires.
What was the name of the first Jeep Wrangler?
In Egypt, the YJ was produced as well as a long wheel-base version, dubbed LJ (or labeled as YJL in Egypt’s Owners Manual), and which has retained the 2-door design. The YJL is considered as the first predecessor of the JK’s long wheel-base by continuing as TJL (aka J8) which has directly inspired the JK’s 4-door.
Production of the Wrangler continued in earnest even as the YJ model was set to be replaced by the newer TJ in 1996. There was no ’96 Wrangler, technically, but Jeep continued to build and produce the YJ through that year. A Rio Grande trim package was introduced for ’95, and was available only on base Wrangler S models.
When did the new Jeep Wrangler come out?
The All-New 1993 Jeep® Grand Cherokee (ZJ) set a new industry benchmark thanks to its unique balance of on- and off-road capability. The super-capable Wrangler (TJ) with its new coil suspension was introduced in 1997. In 1999 the new Grand Cherokee (WJ) was marketed as the most capable SUV ever. Sales soared to 629K units for the decade.
Is there a problem with my Jeep Wrangler engine?
Blown engines are serious issues that affect a lot of Jeep owners and should be not be taken lightly. If you hear something odd coming from your car engine, you ought to take it over to your dealer or mechanic. One more Jeep issue to point out involves the throttle position sensor.
When did the Jeep Wrangler scrambler come out?
In 1981, Jeep launched the long-wheelbase (yet still two-door) CJ-8 Scrambler, a small pickup based on the CJ. The somewhat awkward CJ-6, pictured here, neatly previewed the two-door Wrangler Unlimited sold between 2004 and 2006.
What makes a 1997 Jeep Wrangler a better vehicle?
This meant getting rid of the leaf spring suspension the Wrangler and its heirs had since the first Jeep military vehicles of World War II. The result was less hobby-horsing on the highway, making the 1997-2006 Wrangler a better all-around vehicle.
What kind of suspension did the 1997 Jeep Wrangler have?
Dubbed the TJ by Jeep fans, the 1997 Jeep Wrangler ushered in a coil spring suspension with gas-pressure shocks that gave the vehicle a greatly improved on-pavement ride. This meant getting rid of the leaf spring suspension the Wrangler and its heirs had since the first Jeep military vehicles of World War II.
On the history page of the brand’s website, it says: “The Wrangler YJ had square headlights, which was a first (and last) for this type of Jeep vehicle.” Ouch. The Wrangler name was simply one of several on an internal list sent around to Jeep’s marketing, design, and executive staff for consideration.