1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo review from North America

Radiator went at 130,000 miles.

Wheel bearing went on drivers side at 145,000 miles, so I replaced both of them.

Exhaust manifold cracked (common problem with the In-line 6)

Replaced intake manifold with exhaust manifold since I had it already removed.

I really beat this car since I am a Penn State student in State College. I drive a little over 200 miles every three weeks to come home to visit family, and another 200 miles to get back home.

I knew that since I was moving to an area with a lot of snow, my Lincoln Town Car just wasn't going to cut it. So I went out and bought the Jeep Grand Cherokee since I see a lot of the ZJ's still on the road today, which leads me to believe that they are reliable vehicles.

I must say, I am very pleased with it. Besides normal wear and tear and one common Jeep problem (the cracked exhaust manifold), this Jeep doesn't owe me a dime. The parts for it are expensive, but with how easy it is to work on, I just buy the parts and do the work myself.

Climbing up the Appalachian Mountains is no problem with this workhorse. The 4.0L I6 still has tons of power to climb up the mountain with ease. The Selec-Trac 4WD is very dependable and works perfectly.

I am very pleased with this vehicle and wouldn't hesitate to buy another. It is unfortunate that Chrysler does not make the In-line 6 anymore. But then again, there is always the Hemi!