Vehicle Description
1986 Jeep CJ7 Renegade
"This is the vehicle that started it all nearly 40 years ago. The
one that continues to stir emotion in the hearts of purists like no
other 4 wheeler on the road or off. The one that stands out from
the crowd like a beacon. CJ has always been special, and for 1986
it makes more sense when you consider its long list of standard
features, its exceptional fuel economy and its affordable price. So
go ahead. You've waited long enough. There's a world of adventure
waiting for you. Only in a Jeep." From the 1986 sales brochure.
Forty years later, much of what they said is still true.
For consignment, a 1986 Jeep CJ7 Renegade, restored in 2020 and
with an engine that was rebuilt less than 3,000 miles ago. This
Jeep will be coming with two sets of doors, YJ � doors and CJ full
soft doors and top.
Exterior
Classic Jeep decals adorn this rig that's painted with Charcoal
Gray Metallic with contrasting shades of blue on stripes, the word
Renegade on the hood sides, and the triple V that flows over the
hood. In front, mirror-like chrome covers the 7 slot grille and
flat front bumper while a Stealth winch stands in the ready on top.
More polished metal covers the hinges, the side mirrors, the step
bars, and the rear bumpers. While the inside of the 15-inch Jeep
wheels are white, the rims are polished and each wears a
33x12.5R15LT all terrain tire with a mid 2020 date code. The body
keyed roll bar is a nice touch and a full size spare hangs on the
back. Imperfections are limited to some bubbling under a decal and
on paint near it.
Interior
The half doors wear a plastic black door panel with an expanded
header that allows you to look cool and rest your arm on the door.
Corbeau heated seats, black leather with cloth inserts, are tall
and supportive, and have harness ports, just in case. The rear
bench is also a clean Corbeau seat and is flanked with speakers
that are part of bigger units in the way back. The standard Jeep
steering wheel leads to a brushed aluminum dashboard that houses
gauges, knobs, and vents in the middle, and those controls include
air conditioning. The gear shifter and range selector are floor
mounted where we find the rubberized floor covering topped with
carpeted mats.
Drivetrain
Unhook the latches and open the hood where we find the rebuilt
258ci inline six cylinder fueled by a Holley Sniper EFI system and
tied to a T5 5-speed manual transmission. Power is initially sent
to the AMC 20 rear axle and then via a Dana 300 transfer case to
the Dana 30 axle in front. Power brakes are onboard with discs in
front and drums in the rear.
Undercarriage
Very clean underneath where we find some typical surface rust on
pans and leaf springs. There's no road dirt, sand, or mud under
here and the brake components and steering knuckle are free of
debris and grease. We don't see any leaks either. A single exhaust
leads from the engine to a stock style muffler, then exits out back
via a polished tailpipe. Leaf spring suspension is found front and
rear.
Drive-Ability
These end up on our wish list every time we take a nice one in, and
this one fits the bill. The seats induce confidence as we steer our
way through the test loop which of course, includes turns. The Jeep
takes the turns with the expected roll but stays grounded and
surefooted as we open up to straight runs. Plenty of power, great
tracking on the knobbies, and working brakes. All functions work as
they should. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these
functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot
guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your
purchase.
It's a Jeep thing, you wouldn't understand. This is until you get
behind the wheel! These are vehicles that get you from A to B with
some adventure. And whether you're trekking to Cold Stone Creamery
or Coldwater Canyon, there's never a dull moment behind the wheel
of a CJ. You could be a cubicle dweller with a 9-5 job, but you'll
be Grizzly Adams or Daisy Duke on your ride home. Talk about stress
relief
1JCCF87E0GT027766
1-USA
J-Jeep
C-MPV
C-258ci I6
F-5 Speed Manual
87-CJ7
E-4,150 GVWR
0-Check Digit
G-1986
T-Toledo, OH Assy Plant
027766-Sequential Unit Number
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acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
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