1987 Jeep Cherokee Laredo review from North America
"Tough, reliable truck... and damn sexy too"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
U joint failed, $100 CAD to fix.
Exhaust system replaced (my fault.. I destroyed it while 4x4ing with my friends. $500 CAD to fix.
General comments?
I got this for free from a friend who thought it would only last a couple of months... that was 4 years ago. This thing is very reliable, the whole time I've owned it the only thing to go wrong was a U joint failing on me. Didn't leave me stranded though as I just removed the rear Drive shaft and stuck in 4wd to get home.
I abuse this thing all the time and it keeps on going. I would buy another for sure.
Downside is fuel cost. its not terrible, but these days it can get pricey using it as a daily driver.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1987 |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 225000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 258000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 25th November, 2006 |