Vehicle Description
A great example of the "If it ain't broke, don't fix it"
philosophy, the Jeep CJ5 enjoyed an unbelievable 29-year production
run, cutting its teeth as a bona fide descendant of the Willys
military vehicles put to work in the aftermath of the Korean War.
That run ended some 35 years ago and you don't see CJ5s on the road
all that often nowadays, making this 1977 Jeep CJ5, with its
rugged, timeless looks and sure-footed nature, all that more of a
great find.
It may have been designed with practical utility as a priority, but
this CJ5 also greets the present day looking great. Its red paint
is in consistently nice condition, covering the Jeep's relatively
compact form with a great shine that prompts you to take a second
look to distinguish this classic all-terrain vehicle from its more
modern counterparts, as its fresh appearance is completely at odds
with its more than 40 years of service. The clues to its more
vintage military lineage are there - in the more narrowly set
headlights and relatively modest wheelbase that adds to its
obstacle-surmounting prowess. Of course, the sturdy winch mounted
on its front bumper provides an unmistakable clue that this 4-wheel
mountain goat was designed for rigorous service in often
unforgiving conditions. The beneficiary of a thorough restoration,
it cuts an impressive figure with new black doors and stone guards
decorating its sides, fresh looking bumpers in front and back, and
a new-looking hard top resting securely in place above.
A very freshinterior sits inside those new doors. The two-tone
front bucket seats are nearly new, sporting a decidedly modern look
and, as is the case with the bench seat in back, are well-padded
and comfortable. They straddle a center console that's also been
refurbished and features some lockable storage space for valuables.
The seating is just above a floor and interior wheel wells that
feature a spray-on liner for durability that has done its job well,
as there are no glaring imperfections to be found inside. Up front,
the dash area has been rebuilt from scratch, featuring smooth red
steel and a chrome-framed instrument cluster that harbors an
assortment of gauges with an original look and very clear lenses.
While the CJ5 certainly has a "no-nonsense" heritage, there are
some welcome comfort features included, in the form of air
conditioning that will certainly come in handy whether you find
yourself on the asphalt or off, as well as an AM/FM/CD player to
provide the tunes for your adventures.
A 4.2 liter inline 6 cylinder sits under the hood to power this
Jeep over any terrain you might wish to conquer. The engine is in
good form, starting up promptly and running strong. Should you
decide to take temporary leave of the road, with a flick of the
lever just in front of the distinctive Hurst shifter, you can
engage 4-wheel drive and, with this CJ5's generous wheel clearance
and travel, its ability to handle obstacles is substantial. There
are accommodations for more civilized conditions, as well, as power
steering and front disc brakes help provide the road manners you'd
want in a frequent driver. This timeless 4-wheel drive classic sits
on a set of 15" M/T wheels, outfitted with sizable 33x12.5x15
Goodyear Wrangler MT/R tires.
Refurbished to an impressive level both inside and out, but
retaining heaps of nostalgic appeal, this Jeep CJ5 would be a great
acquisition for collector and off-road enthusiast alike. Call
today!