Guest Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 What do you guys think? I'm a proud owner of 2 Jeep vehicles ('97 Wrangler and an '01 Cherokee) and I'm excited about the new Wrangler.
SonOfBeastSucks Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 It pretty much looks the same as the current Wrangler to me. What are the changes?
DerekRx Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 ^LOL my thoughts exactly! I was thinking "um, it looks the same. Just another vehicle that pulls out right in front of me, but has no HP and goes as slow as can be." (resulting in me passing as soon as I'm legally allowed)
Real Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 ^LOL Actually, its a bit more linear. Not as curvy as previous models but Im not a huge Jeep fan. If any, the Liberty and the Commando. Cause...I like Liberty...and I like to go Commando.
trustkill22 Posted January 11, 2006 Posted January 11, 2006 I cant stand Chrysler products and with my dad being in the automotive buisness like making parts for prototype cars and stuff and what he has told me is Chrysler has very well desinged cars but to much plastic and other crap incorprated into which makes them cheesey.
sfmmFREAK Posted January 11, 2006 Posted January 11, 2006 i AM getting that when i am 16, or a truck.
Zingo! Posted January 11, 2006 Posted January 11, 2006 I owned an '85 CJ-7 in high school and loved it. Since Chrysler took over the Jeeps I haven't paid much attention. I guess I like 'em classic. I am still deciding on my opinion of the new FJ Cruiser. I still think I'd rather have the old FJ. Scott "proud honda owner since 1996" Moore
MilleniumMadMan Posted January 11, 2006 Posted January 11, 2006 Is that actually a NEW Wrangler? As in new/redesigned frame and powertrain, totally new body, redesigned interior, etc? Or is it like the last 6 or so times they've redesigned them, by slapping a new looking body on a WWII chassis? But then, why mess with proven technology? All joking aside, IF I was an off-roader (and I don't mean just driving on snowy roads like all the yuppies), that would be my vehicle of choice, even though I hate Chryslers. Sorry, I work on enough of them, I have the right to say that .
Guest Posted January 11, 2006 Posted January 11, 2006 Is that actually a NEW Wrangler? As in new/redesigned frame and powertrain, totally new body, redesigned interior, etc? Or is it like the last 6 or so times they've redesigned them, by slapping a new looking body on a WWII chassis? But then, why mess with proven technology? All joking aside, IF I was an off-roader (and I don't mean just driving on snowy roads like all the yuppies), that would be my vehicle of choice, even though I hate Chryslers. Sorry, I work on enough of them, I have the right to say that . A picture of a 2005: The new 2007: Yes, there have been redesigns from the ground up in '86 with the YJ and the '97 with the TJ. In '97 they went to 4 wheel coil springs instead of leafs. We don't know the specs on the '07 because the reveal was only yesterday at the Detroit Auto Show. For those of you who are looking for a radical redesign of the Wrangler, it's not going to happen. You can't mess with an icon. The uproar in '87 over the rectangular (instead of round) headlights was defining in the Jeep community. Think of it like the Porsche 911, they just redefine the design, but they still look very similar. Anyway I like it, but the grill is going to take a little getting used to.
Hattuchili Posted January 11, 2006 Posted January 11, 2006 I like the new 2007 model! The new design is more like "back to the roots"! --Sören
Bull Posted January 11, 2006 Posted January 11, 2006 This is my first post to TPR. I have been a long time listener, first time caller, but this topic just sparked my interest. One thing I like more than riding coasters is Jeeps. I am a huge fan of Jeeps and older Crystler products. I have a few Jeeps: 1946 Willys CJ-2A 1948 Willys CJ-2A Woking on a buying a 1947 CJ-2A 1992 Jeep YJ, Yeah it has square headlights, but I would not trade it for anything. 2000 Jeep Chreokee and a 1979 Dodge PowerWagon I also had a 94 Wranger that I rolled on my way to work one day! The last year in the Wrangle line I liked was the 95, the last year for the YJ. For some reason I just never liked the newer body style, although I am not sure why. I am currious though if the new one pictured above in this thread will have a soft top avalible? It looks as if they are trying to get away from the soft tops. Anyway, not sure what the point of my post was, but nice to finally make a post.
PhishyBrewer Posted January 11, 2006 Posted January 11, 2006 ^Wow! I used to drive a 1964 Jeep at the Marina at Cedar Point. Good for getting dock poles back and forth.
Joe Cool Posted January 11, 2006 Posted January 11, 2006 I want a Jeep so I can be a badass and say I drive without doors.
Guest Posted January 11, 2006 Posted January 11, 2006 This is my first post to TPR. I have been a long time listener, first time caller, but this topic just sparked my interest. One thing I like more than riding coasters is Jeeps. I am a huge fan of Jeeps and older Crystler products. I have a few Jeeps: 1946 Willys CJ-2A 1948 Willys CJ-2A Woking on a buying a 1947 CJ-2A 1992 Jeep YJ, Yeah it has square headlights, but I would not trade it for anything. 2000 Jeep Chreokee and a 1979 Dodge PowerWagon I also had a 94 Wranger that I rolled on my way to work one day! The last year in the Wrangle line I liked was the 95, the last year for the YJ. For some reason I just never liked the newer body style, although I am not sure why. I am currious though if the new one pictured above in this thread will have a soft top avalible? It looks as if they are trying to get away from the soft tops. Anyway, not sure what the point of my post was, but nice to finally make a post. Nice to meet a fellow Jeeper and coaster enthusiast. Jeeps get in your blood to be sure. I have a friend with a 350 acre farm out in west Texas that has a '53 Willys and a '72 CJ5 that stay on the farm for off road transportation. Those old Willys are bullet proof. Here is a small pic of my (really it's my wife's, but she let's me drive it ) Jeep the day I bought it:
Real Posted January 11, 2006 Posted January 11, 2006 FUDGE JEEP! I LOVE MY SUBARU!!! I totally want an Impreza right now...grr for insurance on that fast little car.
PhishyBrewer Posted January 11, 2006 Posted January 11, 2006 FUDGE JEEP! I LOVE MY SUBARU!!! I totally want an Impreza right now...grr for insurance on that fast little car. Fast... My little Impreza is at 125K miles ans still hauls major ass!!! I love it!
Real Posted January 11, 2006 Posted January 11, 2006 ^Dont rub it in. I had a friend let me test his 2.5 RS and it was NUTS. That WRX suspension is insanely tight and edgy and the near WRX motor (only missing the turbo) was extremely fun. Some day...some day. Heck, Im only 22. I got some time.
stingrock23 Posted January 19, 2006 Posted January 19, 2006 I had a 98 Cherokee, but it was stolen last year. I've got a 2005 Liberty now. I'll probably buy Jeeps the rest of my life. I want something that is high off the ground, and I never had any problems with my cherokee even with 120+ thousand miles on it before the theft. I was sad to see it go, but I'm happy with the Liberty.
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