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waskie · 04-05-2007, 06:53 AM

I currently have a 75 SJ Cherokee, but want something smaller to wheel with. I've found an 88 XJ with a 4.0, NP231, D44, and auto. The Jeep is pretty rusty, and I haven't heard it run. Currently has 140k on the clock..they are looking to get $1,100 is that close to the going price?

rubiguy · 04-05-2007, 08:06 AM

Well it all depends were the rust is. If its in the floor or fire wall, i wouldnt buy it. If its just the wheel wells and part of the body, u could always cut those out and put new metal in. Oh and on the price, that isnt to bad for that year. Hope this helps..... Jesse smokin

cazs_98 · 04-05-2007, 09:39 AM

Where is the jeep? Anywhere in the rust belt and I wouldn't buy it unless you plan on being a trail only rig.

lookin4fun_inca · 04-05-2007, 10:20 AM

well with being so private, and not listing your location I can only say here in so cali that can be a rip off. non running or running with bad exterior and/or interior are going for under 1000 and at times 400-500$.

the 1990 and earlier are non-ho (renix) and less power, smaller output shaft on the tranny and input on TC. Go newer if poss.

xyjbeaker · 04-05-2007, 10:21 AM

seems a little overpriced i.m.o. x2 on the location of vehicle... and as was mentioned earlier where the rust is makes a big difference, but around here in PA a decent XJ can be found for 500-750ish.

88burban · 04-05-2007, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by xyjbeaker

seems a little overpriced i.m.o. x2 on the location of vehicle... and as was mentioned earlier where the rust is makes a big difference, but around here in PA a decent XJ can be found for 500-750ish.

x2 I paid 350 for mine, and it was in fair shape. runs, drives just fine. and very little rust.

waskie · 04-05-2007, 02:33 PM

Sorry, I updated my profile.... I live in Iowa. Looks like the Jeep was originally sold in MN, so rustbelt for sure. The rust is mainly on the doors, and quarter panels, but I'll take a closer look at the firewall and floors. I was thinking it's not worth over $500 to me, but wasn't sure. Guess it depends how it runs. Anything else I need to b concerned about? I know it has the disconnect D30, so that's another strike.

wes8517 · 04-05-2007, 02:42 PM

i paid 750 for one that runs strong, but has a blown rear axle. very little rust, so id say youre gettin ripped off big time

wes

ksmith · 04-06-2007, 12:54 PM

Just paid 350.00 for a 87 w/ dana 44 rear 242 t/c. Runs well, needs some floor repair. I say that is too much. JMHO

04-05-2007, 06:53 AM	#1 (permalink)
waskie not in the fast lane Join Date: Jul 2006 Member # 75017 Location: Iowa Posts: 14	88 Xj I currently have a 75 SJ Cherokee, but want something smaller to wheel with. I've found an 88 XJ with a 4.0, NP231, D44, and auto. The Jeep is pretty rusty, and I haven't heard it run. Currently has 140k on the clock..they are looking to get $1,100 is that close to the going price?

04-05-2007, 08:06 AM	#2 (permalink)
rubiguy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Member # 85872 Location: coeur d'alene Posts: 193	tryin to help Well it all depends were the rust is. If its in the floor or fire wall, i wouldnt buy it. If its just the wheel wells and part of the body, u could always cut those out and put new metal in. Oh and on the price, that isnt to bad for that year. Hope this helps..... Jesse smokin

04-05-2007, 02:42 PM	#8 (permalink)
wes8517 Rock God Join Date: Oct 2002 Member # 14196 Location: pearland/webster, tx Posts: 1,368	i paid 750 for one that runs strong, but has a blown rear axle. very little rust, so id say youre gettin ripped off big time wes __________________ Nothing worth noting here

04-06-2007, 12:54 PM	#9 (permalink)
ksmith Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Member # 47977 Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 186	Just paid 350.00 for a 87 w/ dana 44 rear 242 t/c. Runs well, needs some floor repair. I say that is too much. JMHO __________________ 88 YJ Build, AMC 401,727,Dana 300, D60, 14 bolt

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04-05-2007, 09:39 AM	#3 (permalink)
cazs_98 Wheeler Join Date: Jan 2006 Member # 66044 Posts: 124	Where is the jeep? Anywhere in the rust belt and I wouldn't buy it unless you plan on being a trail only rig.

04-05-2007, 10:20 AM	#4 (permalink)
lookin4fun_inca Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Member # 16698 Location: Orange County CALI Posts: 773	well with being so private, and not listing your location I can only say here in so cali that can be a rip off. non running or running with bad exterior and/or interior are going for under 1000 and at times 400-500$. the 1990 and earlier are non-ho (renix) and less power, smaller output shaft on the tranny and input on TC. Go newer if poss.

04-05-2007, 10:21 AM	#5 (permalink)
xyjbeaker Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Member # 82065 Location: PA Posts: 564	seems a little overpriced i.m.o. x2 on the location of vehicle... and as was mentioned earlier where the rust is makes a big difference, but around here in PA a decent XJ can be found for 500-750ish.

04-05-2007, 02:33 PM	#7 (permalink)
waskie not in the fast lane Join Date: Jul 2006 Member # 75017 Location: Iowa Posts: 14	Sorry, I updated my profile.... I live in Iowa. Looks like the Jeep was originally sold in MN, so rustbelt for sure. The rust is mainly on the doors, and quarter panels, but I'll take a closer look at the firewall and floors. I was thinking it's not worth over $500 to me, but wasn't sure. Guess it depends how it runs. Anything else I need to b concerned about? I know it has the disconnect D30, so that's another strike.