1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo review from North America

Rear Window wiper never worked, just moves about five inches and then stops, and won't go back down, except by hand.

Replaced all Four Brake Rotors and Pads after 115000.

All power door locks, keyless entry, power windows, stopped working without warning, but miraculously started working again after the mechanic simply removed the driver's side door panel.

The straight Six sounds like it's "knocking" at idle, but shows no signs of age, and runs like a champ.

The leather seats are comfortable for long hauls, and the cargo room is enormous.

Cruise control works flawlessly, and I absolutely love the steering wheel stereo controls.

The Straight six pulls hard, but my old Bronco II got better mileage on the highway, which is just plain sad.

Off road in mud, and snow, the jeep holds its own, and is truly trail rated.

The Jeep doesn't handle or ride like a jeep at all, I test drove a (cheaper) '00 Durango, and a (much cheaper) '98 Ford Explorer, both V-8 models, and the Jeep outhandled and out-performed both.

Bottom line: If gas mileage is a concern, look elsewhere, but if you want to own one of the best made SUV's of the late 90's, The Grand Cherokee is the ticket. I have yet to drive a capable off road vehicle that feels so cozy, powerful, spacious, and handles so remarkably well, on and off road.