1997 Jeep Wrangler review from North America
"Piece of junk"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
What's gone wrong, the question should be what hasn't? This piece of junk has spent more time in the repair bay than on the road.
The third month I had it the catalytic converter went (warranty), then the seats, then the manifold, then I started losing power. This was all under warranty and about the first six months.
Then all hell broke loose:
The radiator went three times.
The manifold went again.
The oil pressure sending units went 3 times.
The 4wd drive wouldn't engage right.
The fan clutch.
The water pump.
The temp gone twice.
Then the housing unit went.
The list goes on and on.
I bought the car because I always wanted one, now it's my worst nightmare. Every 6 months it costs me between 600 to a grand and the dealer always tells me the same old story "these things just happen". Rubbish, this is the biggest piece of crap I've ever owned. I've had 4 techs. tell me to dump it, the car is that bad.
I work at a dealer now and tell everyone who asks what I think of Jeep.
General comments?
IT'S THE BIGGEST WASTE OF YOUR MONEY. CHRYSLER DOESN'T TAKE CARE OF IT'S CUSTOMERS.
If you want a Jeep, go and buy a model kit, it will last longer.
I'm trading it in and I'm glad to be rid of this piece of crap.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 2/10 |
| Reliability marks | 0/10 |
| Comfort marks | 3/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 3 miles |
| Most recent distance | 95000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan 200SX |
| Date of Entry | 26th January, 2001 |