1997 Jeep Wrangler SE from North America - Comments

4th Sep 2003, 10:21

"A low performance rip off"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

Drive shaft replaced (no know cause reported from dealer mechanic)

Radiator replaced two times.

Gas gage recalled and still doesn't work properly.

Power steering pump blew up.

Stabalizer links for suspension broke.

Terrible acceleration.

Oil pressure gauge.

Horrible experience to drive on any road that requires you to travel 55mph or higher!

Soft top fades/windows scratch easy.

Soft top hardware breaks easy.

Canvas stitching is horrible.

General comments?

This car is fun if you intend to use it occasionally. If your driving it for your everyday commute to work, forget it. There are so many other 4 cylinder cars/light trucks out there with better fuel economy and far more comfortable cab. If you live near a mountain or off road trails, buy one and hope it doesn't brake when your out in the middle of nowhere.


8th May 2005, 23:32

You have to keep this in my mind... jeeps are in no means of a sports car. 4 cyl are not fast anyways.


17th Oct 2007, 15:42

I have a 97 jeep wrangler 4.0. I have a 3inch lift and 33 inch tires, the other day I got a citation for street racing it in town. I smoked a dodge stratus in a drag race. Even when it was stock I would beat my buddies 5.4L ford super crew up to 40mph. Its quick, plenty fast for a offroader! just let the rpms carry up higher.

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