1986 Jeep Grand Wagoneer review from North America
"Wish I'd bought one years ago!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
My wife was hit by a truck that backed out of a driveway right in front of her. As this vehicle weighs over 6000 lbs, it could not stop in time, and has over $7000 in front end damage! The insurance company called it an "old beater", and refuses to pay for repairs. Even if I must sue my insurance company (Progressive), I will get this car repaired! It is the best vehicle I've ever owned, and is GREAT in the snow of Wisconsin's Northwoods.
The only problem I had previously was weak AC. It is a big car, and AC didn't always keep it cool enough. Luckily, it also has a tinted moon-roof!!
General comments?
This car is boxy, not very economical for city driving, and clumsy, but it is excellent on a snowy road. Not only have I never gotten it stuck, but it is very surefooted on slippery-snowy-slushy highways. On ice, it's terrible (just like all other cars), I caution you, however, that it needs to be in 4WD when it's slippery. In 2WD, it won't go anywhere on slick roads, as 401 engine makes it very front heavy.
It is a plush way to ride down the Interstate, if you can afford to feed its fuel tank. I get 9-12 around city, and 17-22 on trips.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 6.5L V8 (401) Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 108000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 110000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Lumina |
| Date of Entry | 12th October, 2001 |