1997 Jeep Wrangler Sport review from North America
"Fun usually isn't too practical"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rear differential gear.
Turn Signal.
Radio (2) there seems to be a bad ground.
Manifold replaced by dealer.
Airbag recalled.
Starter replaced.
Alternator replaced.
Fuel throttle sensor replaced.
Front anti-sway bars (both) broke - odd for a off road vehicls.
Replace three rear universal joints.
Catalytic converter is shattered inside and rattles.
Radiator leaks.
Gas gage has never worked properly (atleast it reads too low).
Power-Steering pump died.
Both door mechanisms needed to be repaired.
Temp. adjust slide broke inside of dash.
A/C leaks on passenger side.
General comments?
Fun to drive in the summer.
Loud - but that was fixed when I bought a BesTop Sailcloth top. Improved like night and day, much quieter.
Very sure-footed off road. As long as you don't use the factory tires, they only lasted about 25,000 miles.
I'll probably keep this for a 'fun' car, but as a primary vehicle I would not recommend one.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 4/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 140000 miles |
| Previous car | Mitsubishi Montero |
| Date of Entry | 22nd September, 2002 |