1998 Jeep Wrangler review from North America
"Fun, but the most impractical car ever I ever owned"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Catalytic converter died at 15K miles. At 20K, the thing started having serious trouble starting after a heavy rainstorm.
Instrument panel frequently wigs out, speedometer and tachometer die, only to wake up again with a slap on the dash.
Gas gauge never shows tank full, and gas light comes on when there is still a half tank.
Both rear window ties broke off at less than 10K miles.
Had to replace all four tires at 35K miles.
General comments?
I love driving this car, esp. on the rare off-road trips. but I would never buy another jeep or Chrysler product again.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5 Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 10 miles |
| Most recent distance | 40000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Sentra |
| Date of Entry | 20th November, 2003 |