Vehicle Description
Maybe you're familiar with the Jeep Scrambler, but then again,
maybe you're not. Take a good, close look at this 1984 Jeep CJ8
Postal Scrambler, which isn't your run-of-the-mill off-roader.
Originally used for mail delivery in Alaska, it's got a unique look
and a funky panel van vibe that will make it stand out at any
Jamboree or cruise night you attend. And it's still a blast to
drive!
The Scrambler was a slightly longer CJ7, ostensibly a mini Jeep
pickup. And by adding a custom panel van top and unique steel doors
with straight window frames, it has an industrial look that is
insanely appealing. Along the way, it lost its utilitarian paint
job and gained a glossy coat of black that makes it look far more
contemporary than it must have delivering the mail. Silver
Scrambler decals and sport stripes dress it up properly and chrome
pieces like the bumpers, grille, and mirrors add some much-welcome
flash. But it remains a Jeep at heart, so things like the big
fenders with rubber flares, round headlights, and a set of step
plates mean that it's ready for just about anything. That
fascinating panel van top fits beautifully and includes a large
rear door, making this a lot like a vintage Land Cruiser and if you
squint just right, maybe even a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen. Whatever the
inspiration, I promise you'll have the only one at any event you go
to and someone spent a ton of money to bring it up to its current
fantastic condition. Not perfect, but pretty darned nice for a Jeep
made to go anywhere.
The interior remains basic, but in Jeep world, that's a virtue.
High-back bucket seats have original-looking two-tone gray covers
and yes, you're seeing it correctly, it's right-hand-drive (because
it was used for delivering mail, of course). In application, it's
easy to get accustomed to driving on the other side and after 10
minutes, you'll forget all about it. That is, until you show up
somewhere and EVERYONE wants to know just what this Jeep's story
really is. If you don't like attention, this isn't the right Jeep
for you. But if you like to drive, this one has goodies like an
automatic transmission, a full set of gauges, and carpets on the
floor that make it feel reasonably civilized. The entire floor is
protected with a spray-in bedliner, and even the large cargo hold
has a nicely fitted carpet that makes it feel a little less
bare.
Jeep's bulletproof 258 cubic inch inline-6 provides plenty of power
to have fun in the dirt and it's reasonably thrifty out on the
road. With a fresh carburetor and lots of recent service work, it's
ready to play and the durability is legendary. You'll note that
there are additional changes under the hood to accommodate the
right-hand-drive setup, but nothing too radical and almost
everything is still available from the usual sources, so don't
worry that this one is made of unobtainium. The 3-speed automatic
transmission makes sense for mail delivery and it's linked to the
same rugged transfer case and axles that all CJs carry, so it's
ready for an adventure. There's a slight lift on the chassis to
clear those giant tires, as well as a set of recent shocks and a
newer exhaust system, so someone invested time and money here.
15-inch Blade blacked-out wheels look suitably industrial and carry
huge 33x12.50-15 BFGoodrich All-Terrain tires.
Everyone you know will do a double-take when they see this cool
Jeep, and compared to most Scramblers of this quality, it's a bit
of a bargain, and highly-collectable. And at its core, it's still a
Jeep, so you know exactly what you're going to get. Call today!
