1991 Jeep Cherokee Base review from North America
"Ours was a superb buy, and we'll keep it going as long as we can"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front brake rotor disk corroded and consequently snapped off, causing brakes to fail. This part was later recalled by the dealer.
Simultaneously, it was discovered that the emergency brake cable had stretched significantly and was ineffectively loose.
Dome light stopped working due to short.
Front right sway bar link broke.
General comments?
This car has been one of the best investments we've ever made. The problems listed above all began at approximately 150,000 miles (only routine maintenance - for the most part - before hand), and it's still running strong with a little repair work.
The original V6 engine continues to run fantastically.
Comfort is not bad at all for a base model Jeep.
Entire interior (no carpeting) is still in perfect condition. The vinyl interior floors are unbeatable for spill and general "crud" clean-up. No cracks in dash, and minimal wear on the front seats.
Body and exterior (white) are still in perfect condition with only a couple of small rust spots which have been easily repaired. Not bad for an 11 year old off road vehicle!
4-wheel-drive still performs like new.
Spare parts are readily accessible and relatively inexpensive.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1991 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0 6 Cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 180000 miles |
| Previous car | Pontiac 6000 |
| Date of Entry | 25th November, 2002 |