Frame off restoration undergoing mechanical and cosmetic works with estimated completion date of second quarter 2025… Reserve Now as our available and in production restoration Colorado Red pieces continue to be complete sellouts year in and year out…
Grand Wagoneer by Classic Gentleman, Internationally recognized as a leading buyer, restorer, and seller of low mile excellent condition Grand Wagoneers presents this 1991 Final Edition undergoing our frame off restoration and a color conversion to that seldom seen COLORADO RED .
As a Jeep enthusiast you are undoubtedly aware of the limited number of 1991 Grand Wagoneers produced. Wikipedia reports that only 1560 Grand Wagoneers rolled of the Toledo assembly line in that final year ending the life of one of America’s most iconic vehicles. Some sources feel that the number could be slightly higher, but we know without question that the final year production was by far the lowest total in the Wagoneers history and in automotive history this vehicle ranks near the top of an American Classic produced in such limited numbers. Quality examples worthy of restoration are becoming more and more difficult to locate with each passing year.
We are color converting this fine example into that highly sought after color – COLORADO RED- a perfect choice for this wonderful ’91. The story of the red finish on the Grand Wagoneer is unique and here are the two reasons that red is not as prolific as the other colors that you generally see on the Grand Wagoneer.
The actual “GRAND” nameplate began in 1984 and ended in 1991. During that eight-year span, according to our Jeep paint color chart, Colorado Red was never offered to Jeep dealers. That’s right- ZERO stock Wagoneers in Colorado Red were ever shipped from the factory. What about the red ones that come up for sale? The answer is simple- they were special ordered. You are probable aware that car salesmen are usually paid once a vehicle is delivered. As you might expect many Wagoneer salesmen were not eager to pull out the special-order color chart and having to wait weeks or months to collect a commission check. Not a stocking color and few special orders made Colorado Red quite scarce in the Wagoneer saga. The years before the Grand Wagoneer nameplate (1963-1983) featured some red finishes with names like Sebring Red, Trans Am Red and Firecracker Red to name a few, but once again no Colorado Reds of any model were produced. Red ones never stay in our inventory for very long as you might imagine.
This investment grade FINAL EDITION was a two-owner piece until or acquisition and apart from our purchase the only state showing on the CARFAX is the SOUTHERN STATE of ARKANSAS. Her former owners cherished this Grand and passed down from one owner to the next was the original window sticker ($ 30,289 was the sticker if you are curious.) The miles shown are actual with less than 4500 miles traveled per year. Here’s your opportunity to own a true classic Grand Wagoneer that is guaranteed to turn heads wherever you travel.
The frame off restoration is extensive, from a newly remanufactured original spec 360ci V8 engine, rebuilt transmission to a whole host of other cosmetic and mechanical/electrical works with the highlights detailed below:
OUR FRAME OFF RESTORATION PROCESS
Exterior cosmetic restoration works:
Full Color Conversion into Colorado Red
New Wood Trim
New Wood Siding
New Windshield
New rubber door seals & window wipes
5 New white wall tires wrapping professionally refinished wheels
The remaining exterior chrome and aluminum bits, such as the front grille, bumpers, center wheel caps, door handles, luggage rack and so on, whilst not new, as they are no longer manufactured new, only exhibit low mile desert usage and as such, still present nicely.
Interior cosmetic restoration works:
Seats reupholstered by our Amish craftsmen with all new leather & new fabric inserts and new carpeting on the back of the seats
New carpeting on the floors, inner tailgate, cargo sides with new cargo boards, lower door panels & custom matched floor mats
New Headliner
Dashboard & steering wheel recoated
Electrical/mechanical works:
Engine:
Professionally re-manufactured factory spec correct 360ci V8 motor installed, including:
Installed precision milled cylinder heads
Installed Valve train: new valves (stainless exhaust & plated intake valves), new valve seals, new valve seating
Leak tested Heads & Block
New Main Bearings
New Oil Pump
New Pistons
New Rod Bearings
New Seals & Gaskets
New Timing Chain
Break-In Oil Included
New Hydraulic Flat Tappet Lifters
New motor mounts
Front & rear main seals replaced
Modern fuel injection includes:
Throttle body with mounting plate
Electric fuel pump
Inline fuel filter with hoses
Inline fuel pump
New engine harness with OBDII date connector
New oxygen sensor
Electronic ignition module
Electronic speed sensor to replace speedo cable
8MM high performance ignition wire set
Premium distributor cap & rotor
New spark plugs
Accel chrome ignition coil
New vacuum hoses
Transmission & 4 wheel drive systems
Transmission rebuilt with new torque converter, all interior and exterior seals replaced, replace clutch plates, frictions and bands, new fluid, filters and gaskets.
Replaced gear lube of front & rear differentials for 4 wheel drive High & Low
New transmission mounts
Air conditioning & coolant systems
Air conditioning system pressurized & Freon recharged
Updated to R134
Coolant system service includes new water pump, thermostat, heater hoses, upper & lower radiator hoses & bypass hose, fresh antifreeze.
Braking, wheel components & undercarriage
Front brake service – New rotors, pads, rubber hoses, rebuilt brake calipers, wheel bearings cleaned, inspected & repacked with fresh grease & inner hub seal replaced
Rear brake service- New brake shoes, drums, wheel cylinders, brake hardware (anchor pins & springs) adjusters cleaned & lubed. New rubber hoses from frame to rear differential. Master cylinder flushed out & new brake fluid installed.
4 New shocks fitted
5 New whitewall tires
New muffler and tailpipe
Frame completely removed from chassis
Undercarriage primer sealed to protect against future rust with Rust-Oleum painted black frames and grey floors.
New front leaf springs
New rear leaf springs
Key electrical components & parts replaced
Battery w/ new cables
Starter
Alternator
Fuel sending unit
Oil pressure switch
Ignition switch
Inner fender ignition module
Neutral safety switch
Upgraded headlamps to Hella 9003 halogen bulbs
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You are welcome to ring 724-996-1288 for a cordial discussion regarding this example or any other in our current or soon to be on offer extensive inventory.
