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Jeep Wrangler?
Posted on 6/23/15 at 1:57 pm
Posted on 6/23/15 at 1:57 pm
Any of the OT own newer Jeep Wranglers? Specifically interested in the Unlimited 4 door models. Just curious how they drive and ride in everyday driving. Mine would rarely see off road but think it would be a fun toy for the family. I would commute the causeway with it 8 times a month or so.
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Posted on 6/23/15 at 1:58 pm to achenator
Ib4 nurse
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:01 pm to achenator
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I would commute the causeway with it 8 times a month or so.
It would be a terrible purchase for this purpose and you will be banned from the jeep wave.
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:01 pm to achenator
will you buy a new jeep before purchasing a home?
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:01 pm to achenator
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Mine would rarely see off road
They are very fun...but don't be that douche that gets a Jeep wrangler and puts a winch, lift, big tires and wheels....and never takes it off concrete.
Don't be that guy, cmon
Seriously they are fun and mine is my everyday driver and I find it comfortable. Have taken it on many long road trips with no issues. But if you are looking for good gas mileage...not the vehicle for you.
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:03 pm to achenator
Love the 4 door.
The 3.8 is an underpowered pig.
The 3.6 is an underpowered pig that at least gives decent mileage.
Ride is better than 20 years agp, but a solid front axle is a solid front axle. It feels different.
They made the interiors WAY nicer than a jeep should ever be.
It was a toss up for me between a jeep and a pro4x. The price, ride, and power sent me in another direction.
The 3.8 is an underpowered pig.
The 3.6 is an underpowered pig that at least gives decent mileage.
Ride is better than 20 years agp, but a solid front axle is a solid front axle. It feels different.
They made the interiors WAY nicer than a jeep should ever be.
It was a toss up for me between a jeep and a pro4x. The price, ride, and power sent me in another direction.
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:04 pm to lsunurse
quote:nah I already have 2 of those.
will you buy a new jeep before purchasing a home?
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:04 pm to achenator
quote:
I would commute the causeway with it 8 times a month or so.
Don't put bigger tires on it
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:06 pm to achenator
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nah I already have 2 of those.
I stand corrected. You sound like the perfect candidate to buy a Jeep and drive it on the interstate 8 times a month.
This post was edited on 6/23/15 at 2:07 pm
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:12 pm to lsunurse
"They are very fun...but don't be that douche that gets a Jeep wrangler and puts a winch, lift, big tires and wheels....and never takes it off concrete.
Don't be that guy, cmon
Seriously they are fun and mine is my everyday driver and I find it comfortable. Have taken it on many long road trips with no issues. But if you are looking for good gas mileage...not the vehicle for you."
I usually don't mod my daily drivers too much. I have my hands full enough with my race car and it takes up most of my "car time" as my wife puts it. Gas mileage is not a big concern. The car it would be replacing averages about 20mpg. You have a hardtop? How noisy are these things?
Don't be that guy, cmon
Seriously they are fun and mine is my everyday driver and I find it comfortable. Have taken it on many long road trips with no issues. But if you are looking for good gas mileage...not the vehicle for you."
I usually don't mod my daily drivers too much. I have my hands full enough with my race car and it takes up most of my "car time" as my wife puts it. Gas mileage is not a big concern. The car it would be replacing averages about 20mpg. You have a hardtop? How noisy are these things?
This post was edited on 6/23/15 at 2:14 pm
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:13 pm to achenator
I fricking hate jeeps.
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:14 pm to redstick13
I have 2 a JK and a JKU the JKU is a much smoother ride. normally get about 18 MPG if you get the 4.10 gears versus 3.73 you can easily exceed 22 MPG
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:15 pm to TigerWise
quote:Yeah i would probably just run with stock, especially if i get a rubicon.
Don't put bigger tires on it
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:15 pm to achenator
Hardtop much quieter than softtop.
Test drive one. Like I said....lots of fun to drive
Test drive one. Like I said....lots of fun to drive
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:17 pm to Motorboat
quote:That's funny because that's what my buddy told me when I inquired about buying one, and he is a new car manager at a good size Jeep dealer.
I fricking hate jeeps
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:19 pm to achenator
Wife has a JK unlimited, 4wd (who knew they made them in 2wd now, crazy) soft top. She drives it across the causeway a few days a week, not horrible gas mileage, maybe 19 or so. We love it, take it to the beach or mountains or wherever we happen to be going that weekend. I would definitley recommend it.
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:19 pm to achenator
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Yeah i would probably just run with stock, especially if i get a rubicon.
So you want to pay extra for a Jeep with a transfer case that provides a lower gear range, Dana 44 front and rear axles and lockers so you can run street tires on it?
Makes perfect sense.
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:19 pm to achenator
I have a 2 door that great for city driving (especially with the terrible roads here ) and is fantastic for street parallel parking. At first I found it comfortable for longer trips, but lately it's been pretty uncomfortable, not sure what directly led to this, but I drove 26k miles my first year and thought it was great; I now have about 58k miles on it and hate the ride from New Orleans to Lafayette.
Anyway, it's generally a "fun" driver that we'll probably keep as a third vehicle. I wouldn't necessesarily use it as a daily driver if you have a long drive.
) and is fantastic for street parallel parking. At first I found it comfortable for longer trips, but lately it's been pretty uncomfortable, not sure what directly led to this, but I drove 26k miles my first year and thought it was great; I now have about 58k miles on it and hate the ride from New Orleans to Lafayette. Anyway, it's generally a "fun" driver that we'll probably keep as a third vehicle. I wouldn't necessesarily use it as a daily driver if you have a long drive.
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:24 pm to achenator
I have a 2014 4-Door Rubicon with a hard top. I traded in my truck when I bought it and its been a nice change up. It is very fun to drive and taking the doors and top off will make you feel like your driving a different vehicle.
I will say I miss my truck from time to time and gas mileage is not great. My jeep is still stock and I probably get 13-15 MPG city and maybe 16-18 highway.
I will say I miss my truck from time to time and gas mileage is not great. My jeep is still stock and I probably get 13-15 MPG city and maybe 16-18 highway.
Posted on 6/23/15 at 2:24 pm to redstick13
quote:Yeah I tend to overbuy. who knows I could go rock climbing (otherwise known as driving in Lakeview)
So you want to pay extra for a Jeep with a transfer case that provides a lower gear range, Dana 44 front and rear axles and lockers so you can run street tires on it?
Makes perfect sense.
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