SolarBell
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Wheat Ridge, CO
That is probably the only XJ I've ever seen that might actually be worth the $16k price. WOW.
Best of Craigslist
- Thread starter YELLAHEEP
- Start date
- Location
- New Mexico
Even as built as it is I just can't see $16K!
xj-grin
NAXJA Member #1096
- Location
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
me neither, but it is bad ass...
his wife must have said it needs gone , so he listed it at a "realistic" price to ensure speedy sale ...LOL...who spends the time to swap out a 4.0 for 128hp Isuzu Diesel..next week i'm swapping out my ballistic 14 and hp 60 for 10 bolts and Wooden wheels , well wooden wheels may be better than Boggers
YELLAHEEP
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Littleton, Colorado
You couldn't have that XJ and trailer built for double the price.......The receipts alone in parts and materials should easily exceed the asking price...... I can VERY easily see the reality in the $16K valuation....... If I were looking to build something similar, this would be a bargain.
It's just not my kind of rig. He sure did a helluva nice job with it though. :thumbup:
What I CAN'T see....... is how that thing sleeps TWO. Nope.
It's just not my kind of rig. He sure did a helluva nice job with it though. :thumbup:
What I CAN'T see....... is how that thing sleeps TWO. Nope.
JMadigan
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- Location
- Thornton, CO
Not Craigslist, but still useful! I was down at the Pullnpay today and there's a green 1999 Cherokee with the late intake and a pretty nice interior. Looked like it might have had a bit of lift on it too.
Gunter
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- Location
- Aurora, Colorado
man on a BMW forum i saw a 1986 325I with approx 6000 miles on it. garaged except for the 6k miles. like from a time capsule....and if any of you know what an I model runs like....OMG
they was asking 27 thousand for it.
now some background on bmw's
their 1980's clearcoat paint was AWESOME.
the 1/4 mile was not great but these cars were balanced 50/50 front to rear. small 2.5 six cylinder making about 170 hp. and handled like slot cars. i think the 80's BMW are a breed apart in quality since then and before then.
these cars were EVERYWHERE and no american or japanese cars could hold a candle. if not for these cars the quality we have today would not be as good. they were THE entry level European luxury car. my 1987 325 convertible had the power at 200000 miles to pick on most cars today. i schooled many an old man in a far better newer BMW many times,and had my fun neck and neck with Porsches as well. mine had improved brakes and huge sticky tires and it would kick ass on most anything. and where it really shined was cornering. i was in a pack of 12 bikes going from blackhawk to nederland and i did not give an inch. i was in 3rd place when i had to exit to my friend's place in rollinsville. fun times !
they was asking 27 thousand for it.
now some background on bmw's
their 1980's clearcoat paint was AWESOME.
the 1/4 mile was not great but these cars were balanced 50/50 front to rear. small 2.5 six cylinder making about 170 hp. and handled like slot cars. i think the 80's BMW are a breed apart in quality since then and before then.
these cars were EVERYWHERE and no american or japanese cars could hold a candle. if not for these cars the quality we have today would not be as good. they were THE entry level European luxury car. my 1987 325 convertible had the power at 200000 miles to pick on most cars today. i schooled many an old man in a far better newer BMW many times,and had my fun neck and neck with Porsches as well. mine had improved brakes and huge sticky tires and it would kick ass on most anything. and where it really shined was cornering. i was in a pack of 12 bikes going from blackhawk to nederland and i did not give an inch. i was in 3rd place when i had to exit to my friend's place in rollinsville. fun times !
SeeingSpots
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- Location
- Bend, OR
http://enid.craigslist.org/cto/4119280944.html
1997 Jeep Cherokee (XJ)
220K Miles
4.0 L in-line 6
4WD
AUTOMATIC Transmission
Bright Red
Straight Stock
Crank Windows, no cruise, no tilt, no delay wiper, no nonsense
POWER MIRRORS! Woo Hoo!
$1750
Here's the deal, kids:
This is a Jeep Cherokee. This is not a luxury SUV, or a maintenance-free disposable import. It has solid front axles, wind noise, and character.
It's a Jeep. It rides like a Jeep. It drives like a Jeep. All of these are GOOD things.
It is not new, it is not pristine, it is used. This will be apparent in the pictures.
If you do not own a toolbox, have never changed your own oil, and are scared of firearms: THIS VEHICLE IS NOT FOR YOU.
If you have been posting on facebook all about how excited you are for pumpkin latte season: THIS VEHICLE IS NOT FOR YOU.
If you get offended easy and often, whine to your co-workers, and bitch a lot: THIS VEHICLE IS NOT FOR YOU.
If you feel you are owed anything in the world & have a bullshit job where you fail to produce: THIS VEHICLE IS NOT FOR YOU.
If you own a bieber album, white oakleys, affliction t-shirts, or those candy-assed stitched-pocket jeans: THIS VEHICLE IS NOT FOR YOU.
If you consider the 2nd Amendment an anachronistic relic and have never owned a firearm: THIS VEHICLE IS NOT FOR YOU.
If, however, you have BALLS OF STEEL and consider adverse weather an excuse to do stupid shit: THIS IS YOUR JEEP.
Do you laugh at danger, and tempt fate?
Have you ever uttered the words, "Hold my beer and watch this ..."?
While bored at work do you pick targets at random and think, "I could hit that from here with the .22 ..."?
Have any of your friends quit hanging out because you were too much fun?
Do you have the number of a friend with cash memorized for bail?
When you pass an abandoned flatbed farm truck along a fenceline do you consider taking on another project?
Is your ol' lady really sick of the random piles of parts, greasy footprints, and empty beer bottles in the garage?
-could you not care less?
Do you have Jalopnik saved on your laptop AND smartphone?
Do you own a service manual for every vehicle you ever owned?
Do you still miss your first ride?
Can you carry on a two hour conversation discussing tools, scars, and hi-lift jacks?
Remember when tool companies had the balls to put half-naked beauty queens on their calendars?
Do you consider the Prius an abominable affront to the Gods of displacement, torque, and All Mighty Internal Combustion?
If you answered in the affirmative to the preceding: THIS IS YOUR JEEP.
DETAILS:
-I am the second owner. First owner barely got it dirty and engaged the front axles once.
-I have remedied this excessive caretaking with muddy roads and a pile of fun.
-The motor uses a little oil. How much? I don't know, I'm not collecting statistical analysis points.
I check the oil, I fill the oil, I drive. Not enough to bother me.
-It leaks a little oil. How much? Not enough for me to care. It has 220,000 miles, Poindexter!
If you have a vehicle with 220K NOT leaking or burning oil, it's empty!
-Rear bumper has a big-ass crease in it. I dented it backing into a concrete pole. Sober.
We drove away giggling, for the record. Haven't fixed it.
-Driver's side door was caught by the wind, whipped forward, got into the LF quarter panel.
-Radiator has a small leak. Pinhole. I can replace the radiator or you can. Really doesn't matter
A new radiator and hoses will run $145. If you don't want to replace them I will.
Add $250 to the price of vehicle. This includes radiator, hoses, and labor (beer). A freaking bargain.
-The badass little 4.0L bullet-proof in-line six starts and runs like the proverbial champ.
-Tranny and 4WD operate perfectly
-Tires will need replaced in a couple thousand miles. I haven't upgraded because I had plans:
Had planned a small lift, upgrade to 17" Wrangler wheels, and more aggressive tires.
Life got in the way - it ain't happening.
-Zombie stickers on the right rear window stay. My daughter's idea, take it up with her.
-Flogging Molly sticker stays as well. They kick ass, so there.
QUESTIONS:
-Why are you selling?
I can't justify owning it anymore. Motorsickles, kiddos, work, travel, and beer have consumed my time and money.
Someone else needs to appreciate the Jeep for what it is: awesome mechanical artistry.
-What's wrong with it?
Radiator. Small oil leaks. Driver's side door cosmetic issues.
And it's pissed it has been neglected and parked. It needs rescued.
-Does the 4WD work?
Hell yes. Like a Dickensian Orphan.
-Will you sell me the [engine / tranny / rear door / axle / etc.]?
No. I'm not in the salvage business. Buy the Jeep. Love the Jeep. Give the Jeep a home.
-Will you take [insert ridiculously stupid low number here]?
No. If I wanted [ridiculously low number] I would have asked [ridiculously low number]
Want a cheap car? Get your kid that lowered tuner piece of shit honda project down the road.
I think I'm plenty cheap for this bad mofo.
-Why is it still stock?
Because I bought it for a daily driver with the intention of turning it into a project.
I haven't had the time to do so. So I am selling it.
-Can I put a 6" lift and giant tires on it?
I don't give a shit. But be sure to use quality components and for God's sake - get it aligned after a lift!
-Would this make a good car for my daughter?
Hell. Yes. Not only a good car, a learning experience. Introduction to vehicular maintenance.
Additionally, there isn't really enough room in the back for that little bastard she's dating to try anything.
-Can you deliver?
Within reason. I'd drive it a hundred miles or so. But really, you should come get it. Look it over. Have a beer. Etc.
-Will you take a check / cashier's check / Western Union Transfer / Nigerian Promissory Note?
Would you take a ball pein hammer to the forehead?
No. I'll take Cash. Period. Bring cash or don't show.
-Will you ship to -?
No. See above.
-No, really, all I have is [lowball dollar amount]?
That's great, I don't give a shit. Unicef ain't running this deal, and until they do I want $1750.
Why? Because I don't HAVE to sell this little beauty. Truth be known, I'd rather keep it.
But if it's going to a good home - I will sell. Unless you're an asshole - then no sale.
-Why are you such a dick?
Everything is relative; you should see my friends.
Any other questions, feel free to reply to this email and ask.
1997 Jeep Cherokee (XJ)
220K Miles
4.0 L in-line 6
4WD
AUTOMATIC Transmission
Bright Red
Straight Stock
Crank Windows, no cruise, no tilt, no delay wiper, no nonsense
POWER MIRRORS! Woo Hoo!
$1750
Here's the deal, kids:
This is a Jeep Cherokee. This is not a luxury SUV, or a maintenance-free disposable import. It has solid front axles, wind noise, and character.
It's a Jeep. It rides like a Jeep. It drives like a Jeep. All of these are GOOD things.
It is not new, it is not pristine, it is used. This will be apparent in the pictures.
If you do not own a toolbox, have never changed your own oil, and are scared of firearms: THIS VEHICLE IS NOT FOR YOU.
If you have been posting on facebook all about how excited you are for pumpkin latte season: THIS VEHICLE IS NOT FOR YOU.
If you get offended easy and often, whine to your co-workers, and bitch a lot: THIS VEHICLE IS NOT FOR YOU.
If you feel you are owed anything in the world & have a bullshit job where you fail to produce: THIS VEHICLE IS NOT FOR YOU.
If you own a bieber album, white oakleys, affliction t-shirts, or those candy-assed stitched-pocket jeans: THIS VEHICLE IS NOT FOR YOU.
If you consider the 2nd Amendment an anachronistic relic and have never owned a firearm: THIS VEHICLE IS NOT FOR YOU.
If, however, you have BALLS OF STEEL and consider adverse weather an excuse to do stupid shit: THIS IS YOUR JEEP.
Do you laugh at danger, and tempt fate?
Have you ever uttered the words, "Hold my beer and watch this ..."?
While bored at work do you pick targets at random and think, "I could hit that from here with the .22 ..."?
Have any of your friends quit hanging out because you were too much fun?
Do you have the number of a friend with cash memorized for bail?
When you pass an abandoned flatbed farm truck along a fenceline do you consider taking on another project?
Is your ol' lady really sick of the random piles of parts, greasy footprints, and empty beer bottles in the garage?
-could you not care less?
Do you have Jalopnik saved on your laptop AND smartphone?
Do you own a service manual for every vehicle you ever owned?
Do you still miss your first ride?
Can you carry on a two hour conversation discussing tools, scars, and hi-lift jacks?
Remember when tool companies had the balls to put half-naked beauty queens on their calendars?
Do you consider the Prius an abominable affront to the Gods of displacement, torque, and All Mighty Internal Combustion?
If you answered in the affirmative to the preceding: THIS IS YOUR JEEP.
DETAILS:
-I am the second owner. First owner barely got it dirty and engaged the front axles once.
-I have remedied this excessive caretaking with muddy roads and a pile of fun.
-The motor uses a little oil. How much? I don't know, I'm not collecting statistical analysis points.
I check the oil, I fill the oil, I drive. Not enough to bother me.
-It leaks a little oil. How much? Not enough for me to care. It has 220,000 miles, Poindexter!
If you have a vehicle with 220K NOT leaking or burning oil, it's empty!
-Rear bumper has a big-ass crease in it. I dented it backing into a concrete pole. Sober.
We drove away giggling, for the record. Haven't fixed it.
-Driver's side door was caught by the wind, whipped forward, got into the LF quarter panel.
-Radiator has a small leak. Pinhole. I can replace the radiator or you can. Really doesn't matter
A new radiator and hoses will run $145. If you don't want to replace them I will.
Add $250 to the price of vehicle. This includes radiator, hoses, and labor (beer). A freaking bargain.
-The badass little 4.0L bullet-proof in-line six starts and runs like the proverbial champ.
-Tranny and 4WD operate perfectly
-Tires will need replaced in a couple thousand miles. I haven't upgraded because I had plans:
Had planned a small lift, upgrade to 17" Wrangler wheels, and more aggressive tires.
Life got in the way - it ain't happening.
-Zombie stickers on the right rear window stay. My daughter's idea, take it up with her.
-Flogging Molly sticker stays as well. They kick ass, so there.
QUESTIONS:
-Why are you selling?
I can't justify owning it anymore. Motorsickles, kiddos, work, travel, and beer have consumed my time and money.
Someone else needs to appreciate the Jeep for what it is: awesome mechanical artistry.
-What's wrong with it?
Radiator. Small oil leaks. Driver's side door cosmetic issues.
And it's pissed it has been neglected and parked. It needs rescued.
-Does the 4WD work?
Hell yes. Like a Dickensian Orphan.
-Will you sell me the [engine / tranny / rear door / axle / etc.]?
No. I'm not in the salvage business. Buy the Jeep. Love the Jeep. Give the Jeep a home.
-Will you take [insert ridiculously stupid low number here]?
No. If I wanted [ridiculously low number] I would have asked [ridiculously low number]
Want a cheap car? Get your kid that lowered tuner piece of shit honda project down the road.
I think I'm plenty cheap for this bad mofo.
-Why is it still stock?
Because I bought it for a daily driver with the intention of turning it into a project.
I haven't had the time to do so. So I am selling it.
-Can I put a 6" lift and giant tires on it?
I don't give a shit. But be sure to use quality components and for God's sake - get it aligned after a lift!
-Would this make a good car for my daughter?
Hell. Yes. Not only a good car, a learning experience. Introduction to vehicular maintenance.
Additionally, there isn't really enough room in the back for that little bastard she's dating to try anything.
-Can you deliver?
Within reason. I'd drive it a hundred miles or so. But really, you should come get it. Look it over. Have a beer. Etc.
-Will you take a check / cashier's check / Western Union Transfer / Nigerian Promissory Note?
Would you take a ball pein hammer to the forehead?
No. I'll take Cash. Period. Bring cash or don't show.
-Will you ship to -?
No. See above.
-No, really, all I have is [lowball dollar amount]?
That's great, I don't give a shit. Unicef ain't running this deal, and until they do I want $1750.
Why? Because I don't HAVE to sell this little beauty. Truth be known, I'd rather keep it.
But if it's going to a good home - I will sell. Unless you're an asshole - then no sale.
-Why are you such a dick?
Everything is relative; you should see my friends.
Any other questions, feel free to reply to this email and ask.
UnlimitedMatt
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Cheyenne, Wyoming
Best ad ever!
eflores
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Greg's place
You aught to see his trail rig....
xj-grin
NAXJA Member #1096
- Location
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
all the more fun if you read it with Blake Shelton's accent in your head...
O-Gauge Steamer
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
That has to be the ad to end all ads..
Will you take a ball peen hammer?
Let's see... 520 miles to go get it (have a spare radiator (of course he does...)) easy. Dodging the 9mm round fired by my Wife, not so easy.
A good value for a builder.
Will you take a ball peen hammer?
Let's see... 520 miles to go get it (have a spare radiator (of course he does...)) easy. Dodging the 9mm round fired by my Wife, not so easy.
A good value for a builder.
YELLAHEEP
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Littleton, Colorado
A '97 with 220k miles on it??? Ain't worth the tires it's sitting on. How it acquired that many miles in the first place is amazing as it is.
I'd rather buy a former police car, then former taxi, with 330k miles on it, being sold by a 17 year old who's selling it because he lost his license for too many reckless driving violations.
But that's just me.
I'd rather buy a former police car, then former taxi, with 330k miles on it, being sold by a 17 year old who's selling it because he lost his license for too many reckless driving violations.
But that's just me.
- Location
- Rainy side of Washington
What's wrong with 97s? I've never seen anything wrong with them aside from a little "flip a coin to figure out which connector your TPS has" which 95, 96, 97, and even 98 suffer from.
O-Gauge Steamer
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
Had a 97, it worked well. But, as a transition year vehicle, parts can be tricky to identify...
But every transition year I have ever seen has been the same way. Prior version parts tend to get used up...
Other than that, no issues at all...
But every transition year I have ever seen has been the same way. Prior version parts tend to get used up...
Other than that, no issues at all...
Red91Laredo
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Portland, Oregon
Re: Re: Best of Craigslist
I don't think 220k is that abnormal for a 16 year old vehicle... that's and average of about 13-14k a year which is pretty normal...
A '97 with 220k miles on it??? Ain't worth the tires it's sitting on. How it acquired that many miles in the first place is amazing as it is.
I'd rather buy a former police car, then former taxi, with 330k miles on it, being sold by a 17 year old who's selling it because he lost his license for too many reckless driving violations.
But that's just me.
I don't think 220k is that abnormal for a 16 year old vehicle... that's and average of about 13-14k a year which is pretty normal...
YELLAHEEP
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Littleton, Colorado
LOL........ I was just venting my distaste for the '97's. I have had a couple, one in particular was such a HUGE pain in my keester for 4 years. Grounding issues, hard to find ignition/computer management parts, eating CPS's and TPS's like candy for unknown reasons, "No Buss" errors and incompatability issues between the TCU and gauge cluster...... that's the short list.
Never again will my name find itself on the title of another '97 XJ.
Carry on.
Never again will my name find itself on the title of another '97 XJ.
Carry on.
XJNOOB93
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Lost Wages, NV
Don't know if anyone has posted this.. Parting out the XJ.. Could have some good stuff... http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4058216621.html
*Edit* I guess he doesnt wanna part out.. But is looking to sell it as a parts jeep.. whatever that means.
*Edit* I guess he doesnt wanna part out.. But is looking to sell it as a parts jeep.. whatever that means.
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