Vehicle Description
For pure off-roading fun, there's still only one Jeep. Vehicles
like this industrial-strength 1982 Jeep CJ7 have been a staple of
having fun in the mud for decades, and even with all of today's
technology and performance, they're still the vehicle to beat when
the trail truly turns against you.
Finding an all-steel CJ that hasn't been bashed to death on the
rocks or eaten alive by the tinworm is no easy task, yet this
heavy-duty Jeep shows off its original bodywork with pride. Sure,
it's probably been off-roading a few times in its life, but nobody
has abused this Jeep, and now that it's covered in Rhino Liner
bedliner material, it'll last practically forever no matter what
you do with it. With basic panels and half doors, there aren't
really any panel gaps to align, but the hood snugs down easily with
those old-style latches, and the drop-down tailgate shows zero
signs of rust. Simple bumpers have been fitted so as to be both
light and effective, and the traditional Jeep grille nestled
between those fat fenders is a trademark that dates back to World
War II. Rubber fender flares cover the oversized tires and keep the
mudslinging to a minimum, and you'll probably want to lower the
windshield for the full frontal experience. All the trim has been
blacked out, so it definitely has a hardcore vibe, but if you like
your Jeeps low maintenance, this one totally nails it.
Inside, it's rugged and basic, with new high-back bucket seats
designed to be cleaned with a hose. The floor has been covered with
more spray-in bedliner material for the same reason, because this
one is all about going out and having fun in the dirt. There's a
full array of gauges, which are critical when you're out in the
wilderness, an AM/FM/CD stereo system, and a full back seat for a
pair of guests to ride along. The lever on the floor manages the
2-speed transfer case, which is the core of any Jeep's off-road
abilities, and there's a column-shifted automatic to go with it.
There's a basic bikini top to go with the half doors, which
provides a modicum of protection from the elements, but if that
bothers you, well, a Jeep probably isn't your thing.
Power comes from AMC's durable and torquey 258 cubic inch
inline-six, which was definitely the powerplant you want in your
CJ. It isn't designed for all-out speed, but it's plenty snappy
around town and for off-roading, what you really want is a smooth
flow of power (which this engine delivers), good low-speed torque
(in spades), and bulletproof reliability (check). It hasn't been
modified and remains nicely maintained, showing new stuff like a
rebuilt carburetor and recent radiator. Underneath, it's pretty
original with the aforementioned 3-speed automatic transmission,
2-speed transfer case, and an AMC 20 rear axle and a Dana 30 up
front, all of which make this CJ highly maneuverable in the brush.
There's some surface scale that looks far worse than it is, and if
you need a truck designed to get muddy, you don't want a trailer
queen, right? Big 265/70/15 Cooper off-road radials on custom black
alloy wheels look properly sinister and allow it to go just about
anywhere.
If you're looking for adventure, this is the Jeep that'll get you
there. Call today!
