1985 AMC Grand Wagoneer review from North America
"Generally a money pit. Similar to a Harley"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
First of all, I wouldn't own this Jeep except for my wife fell in love with it.
There is virtually nothing on this vehicle that I haven't replaced or am about to replace, except the transmission.
Rebuilt engine at 126000. Since then, have replaced carb twice, radiator at least twice, oil pump, water pump, brakes, master cylinder, rear end.
Added rear air and a new paint job in 2002. Jeep is currently in shop getting a new steering gearbox. I also have replaced carpet and seats.
Finally, the transfer case locked up a year ago, so that is on the agenda for this summer, along with improved radiator shroud to keep from overheating when I pull trailers.
General comments?
A serious love/hate relationship, with not that much love. I love the way it handles on ice; living in TX, I only experience that 1 or 2 days a year.
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| Every mans dream, the ultimate off road jeep when I get done with it of course. |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1985 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 360 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 125000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 190000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Impala |
| Date of Entry | 11th February, 2003 |