Jeep Backs out of Auto Shows + 4xe Recall Update | Jeep News January 2024
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Jeep Backs out of Autoshows + 4xe Recall Update | Jeep News January 2024
Jeep and Stellantis updates in our January 2024 news roundup! Learn why they're opting out of auto shows this year and get the scoop on 4xe Wrangler recalls. Here is our quick roundup of Jeep News for January#2024jeepwrangler #Stellantis #AutoShows #4xeWrangler #Recalls #January2024 #AutomotiveUpdates
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Wranglers are piling up on dealership lots but I'm not surprised with the "make believe" pricing from Jeep.
Same in my area in pa.
Dealers near me don't even seem bothered to stock any.
Jeep 392 just needs to be discounted to 60K 🤪
And be offered in a 2 door.
I have a 2022 Wrangler 4xe. Received the battery recall in the mail. I took it to my dealer and they did a "flash" that fixed it.... We'll see.....
Hopefully they are going to be more focused on grass roots type events for marketing. They are hurting themselves on the pricing as well, few people can afford a 75K Rubi XR
Jeep really hurt themselves by not having "normal jeeps" at there dealerships,over pricing and 4xe only ,I love my jeeps but man come on jeep be a leader not a follower ,love your stuff guys 👍
it seems like post-covid, the pricing for any of the jeep products reflects an assumption that their customers all make over 200k/year and that anyone below that need not apply. Let's not even talk about the Luxo-jeep they have at somewhere between $115,000 and $125,000.
Stallantis is having issues for sure… no Jeep events… only one Chrysler product and two Dodge vehicles. This is weird and scary all at the same time, not sure what there plan is but using “Jeep” to float Stallantisas a whole which were already seeing with higher prices is not what the people need…
You guys on the other hand are absolutely killing it, keep up the incredible work!! 👍
I wish stellantis would sell jeep.
I think that alone would sink the entire company. We only keep track of how things affect us, but the European market is much more competitive and fierce than ours. European government restrictions on fuel economy and BEV mandates are much stricter and accelerated than our own. By comparison, it would be the difference between a butcher's knife and surgeon's scalpel. Both will cut, but you wouldn't do surgery with a butcher's knife. So is the same with vehicle design. Why design differently for one market when the rest of your markets needs are different? You want to get the most band for your buck. Sadly, the American wasteful (because I can) attitude does not play well on the world stage. As such, we will lose some of the things we have become accustomed to. On the bright side, it does leave space for another competitor or even new company to clean up the gap in products.
i know some people dont like the renegade but i really enjoy my 2020 sting grey, loaded latitude,has black wheels and deep tint.i go on some dirt roads, fishing and recreational shootging. all in all i enjoy the heck out of this jeep.have had a couple tj,s in the past enjoyed them to,had to sell my 2000 tj.wife had cancer and needed to pay bills.she passed 7 yrs ago and my health isnt the greatest but im still a big jeep fan.enjoy your videos,thanks
Sorry to hear about your wife. Jesus loves you!
My wife and I LOVE the Renegade. We would own one, but we require a larger vehicle.
Unfortunately we’re seeing early signs of Wranglers & Gladiators just pricing themselves out of the market, $20k price increase over my comparable ‘21……
Then betting big on 4xe when consumers are not in yet, this one not a Jeep only problem.
I just visted 3 different Jeep Dealerships, one had 12 Wrangler 4xe, one has 34 Wrangler Exe and the one located in a small Country setting has 14 Wrangler 4xe. I spoke to one fairly new mechanic and in the back lot he said they have 6 Wrangler Exe that were towed that won't start. Waiting for a factory rep. With special equipment to locate the problem! I also spoke to a Generl manager concerning the 2024 eep Gladiator and was told the 2024 may or may not come out until mid or late 2024 as there are 1,000 of 2023 that have not been sold yet!!
The 4XE option I like the most is the one where we get a battery that doesn't explode or catch fire. Jeep quality has gone out the door and dealers are stumped on how to fix them.
EV’s are on there way out Already ford gm Toyota are dropping EV manufacturing, just pick a reason explodes, no infrastructure, not enough materials on earth, and if you dent it it’s a full write off. Most of all environmentally damaging to produce..
My local dealers have a ton of 4xe Wranglers which have been sitting on the lot for months, I went on 3 separate occasions to test drive them and each time the vehicle started into FORM and I was unable to get it out of FORM to test out the electric capability. At that point, I just gave up on the Wrangler 4xe.
That reminds me of the time when I sat in a Challenger Scatpack on the dealer's showroom floor and couldn't move the seat to check for fit because the battery was dead!
When jeep overprices their vehicles by 40+%, it’s not hard to see why their sales are down.
My girlfriend wanted a new 2024 JL Rubicon X V6. All the local dealers had in stock were 4xe's plus they were adding $2k to $3k over sticker. So we ordered one over the phone from a dealer 3 counties South (3 hour drive) of us and saved over $10k when you consider the sales tax on the reduced price. I dislike that to get things like 35 inch tires with 4.56 axle the only way to get it was to order the X package. The 4xe fire/sudden stoppage issue made avoiding the 4xe an easy choice. If they ever decide to offer a 2 door Gladiator I'll buy one and sell my XJ.
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I found your channel because i just brought home a 4xe. I can not wait to see more of your stuff!
I don’t want a 4xe. I won’t buy a 4xe don’t want a 2.0 turbo I went to 3.0 hurricane, maybe my next vehicle won’t be a jeep
Stelantis is a dumpster fire on sales. They haven’t finished the Far Outs. There are 10,000 gladiators in inventory as well as a bunch of other models. Dealers don’t want any more inventory. Wont be long before they have to go to 20% off just to move the existing inventory
The dealers were offering 10% off in my neck of the woods.
They're going to start using them as loner cars so they can be sold as used afterwards.@@AStanton1966
20% off is still 30% higher prices than 5 years ago... and 10% higher than inflation rate during that same time period. So not a 'deal'
@@user-cj7dv2kc6d Let's not forget supply shortages during the China Flu and all the dealer mark ups. In my opinion anything off the list is a good deal compared to back then.
They also are not advertising on the almost Super Bowl
Jeep and Ram were the only reason I went to the Chicago Auto Show every year. Big disappointment along with not seeing any 2024 Gladiators on dealer lots anywhere.
The cold winter blues are setting in here too. We need a trip to Daytona to warm our northern bones. Lol.
Yes please!
@@DIRTROADCRED jeep beach is coming kinda soon. I’m trying to wait till then for a trip but I may not make it that long.
I started watching your channel, and loved the content and I applied some of your ideas to my 4XE..I really have not had an issue with it but I do have the recall on mine..so will wait to see when they have the answer to get it fix.
thanks for the updates.
As of now (Jan 7th), even the 2024 Gladiator configurator still isn't live. Weird.
You are right. My son and I went to The Miami Auto show hopefully to ride the new 24 and there was no jeep camp this year. Really disappointed. And no news still from 2024 glad release date
I have a 4XE and I have about 38000. I love it. Only 1 recall and it was a super easy fix. I drove it from Pa to Outer Banks trailing a 10 foot trailer and it did great
My Jeep dealership advertises the Gladiators as being built. Also, they show a new front bumper on the Sport S models.
YAY I LOVE THESE VIDS!
The dealership I bought my 2022 Gladiator is loaded with Wranglers & Gladiators just sitting there they are not moving maybe that’s why I’m not seeing any 2024 Gladiators yet.
I am pretty excited, just picked up a 2021 Gecko Rubicon Gladiator last night 😁
New grill is so bad. Stick with the old one! 😂
The new grill looks more and more like a car not an aggressive Jeep grill. If I bought a new Jeep I would be hunting in the used market for one of the old grills to put on
The 2024 inside looks more like a luxury car as well. Not a rigid jeep style. That's why I hurried and bought a 23 gladiator before they switched everything to looking more like a luxury suv. Plus that new big screen and the vents underneath looks horrible. They also got rid of those 2 cool circle vents. How dumb.
@@jeffreythomas4254 agreed. I have a 2007 JKU and I love the old dashboard never liked the redesign in 2011, too car like. The new JL 2024 Dashboard looks horrible around the radio. I would be looking for a 2023 or earlier jl.
Had an 4XE for nine months. Dealer bought it back. It worked as advertised for only two months.
Jeep is an amazing brand with horrible leadership.
Worst mistake I've ever made was paying 69K for this 4xe nightmare! Two months after receiving it from the factory, it has been in and out of the shop for 22 months! I will NEVER buy another 4xe and when I ordered it the end of 2021 I was never told that the electronic mode would be useless once it gets below 32° which for me where I live is 5-6 months out of the year! If I was told that and how its joke of a mile range in electric mode, I would've just kept my 2019 Rubicon 2.0L
Love the chat vibe as always. While you always have great news, might add some viewer questions in the future. Instead of “winter blues”, can we discuss “production blues”? Currently sitting at 40 days “In Production” with no delivery timeline in sight.
Like that idea! Hoping it gets movement soon.
Sure, would love to hear more content on the Jeep Wrangler 4xe.... I got one back in June 2023 the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe, the 20th Anniversary Edition.... so far, I love it! Local drives are usually gas "free" and long distance drive, I usually use "e-save" mode with charging the battery option selected (it actually does put more juice into the battery). I do this because I can use "electric" mode in local situations. I've averaged 27.8 MPG since inception and long distant driving about 19.6 MPG not too bad for a brick. Another plus is in "Hybrid" mode, it accelerates super quick...no issues merging into traffic on the highways. It was pricy as folks commented below.
Yeah, Like someone else said, Stellantis, please sell Jeep, and Dodge. The euro-management (and I am being polite) don't know what U.S. customers want. The just want to ship battery go-carts with Ipad interface and call it good.
Yeah, I have a Gladiator, and its way to overbuilt for a lot of people. Drop a 5.7 in it, keep the original grille, and solid axels and you'll sell a ton of them.
Sue the unconstitutional EPA, they can't make rules outside congress. Good edition Matt, best regards chuck.
Agree. Jeep needs a V8 or at least a long stroke slower revving V6. That Pentastar is so useless I will never buy one and it runs so hot. Neighbour mechanic changed his GC Pentastarto Hemi radand it runs cooler and pulls harder.
That sounds crazy pulling out of auto shows!! Nice rig at the end!
I just had two rentals of Wrangler 4xe's (one from Turo in LA and one from Avis in Las Vegas), and I loved them. I've wanted a Wrangler for years (ever since watchin McGyver drive one...) and this just added more fuel to that fire. It will definitely be my next vehicle.
Want nothing to do 4Xe anything. Between fires explosions I'll pass..
It's a city fad that will fade away.
It’s funny every time I think I want a 4xe wrangler there is a massive catastrophic recall on some thing with either the batteries, catching fire or the engine turning off while driving so I think I’m gonna stick to my V6
I am with you !
I hear ya, but let's be fair ICE vehicles have recalls and also catch fire. Every make and every model. Don't hate just to hate.
40% of Jeeps sold are 4+E
I ordered a ‘24 Gladiator Rubicon X in early December and I’ve heard nothing. If you hear anything, I’ve love to get the news from you. Enjoy your channel!
Wandered into a few car shows many years ago that were happening nearby. Never made a trip to a car show. They just don't appeal to me. From my interest perspective, car shows for any brand or make are a waste. Online exposure influenced my recent, 4, Jeep purchase choices the most. Came very close to buying a Bronco, last year, but the dealer insisted on getting my SSN even though it was going to be a cash purchase. Bought my 2024 2-door Rubicon X, instead, no SSN nonsense. Both rigs were equally appealing.
I give you credit for not giving up your SS number.
Jeep Wrangler 4Xe needs a minimum range of at least 100miles. This 20'ish is such a deterrent to many would be buyers in my opinion.
In our area of NW PA, the Jeep dealers are packed with 4xe Wranglers, mostly Saharas, no regular Wranglers on the lot. BUT....they are discounting $12-14,000. One of my neighbors stopped by two days ago to show me her new 4xe, had absolutely no idea what she just bought, but it was a "great deal".
AWESOME VIEWER build att the end!!! ✌️ Very clean and not over done, ya just can't beat a Willy Jeep 🇺🇸
Have had no issues with my 2021 4xe.
Why I prefer a gas-only Jeep Rubicon 2.0L over the Jeep Rubicon 2.0L 4XE plug-in hybrid.
Electric and hyrid battery vehicles are heavy. The Jeep 4XE models are no exception.
We often build up our Jeeps, lifts, wheels, tires, bumpers, wiches, etc. All things being equal, the electic hyrbid Jeeps will end up being that much heavier.
Plus you have double the parts and complexity.
• The extra weight is a detriment to off-roading, sand, mud, rocks, uphill, downhill, off-camber, etc.
• The extra weight is a detriment to the suspension, ball-joints, etc.
• The extra weight is a detriment to long road-trips once the short eclectic range has been used up.
• The extra weight is a detriment to being recovered.
• We still see Jeeps at events that are 10, 20, 30, 40 years old. I do not feel the added complexity, parts, and batteries are going last like our conventional Jeeps.
I love my 4xe and enjoy seeing content on it. Already at 67k on the odometer and love driving it. Plus a ton of off-road use on it.
I love my 2023 4XE as well, I wouldn’t want any other power plant. I laugh at at the people who chime in and talk sht but never actually owned one. The Jeep community can be extremely ignorant and annoying.
Another 4xe owner here and we love ours too, the ignorance is insane but at the end of the day I don’t mind that until they try to tell me about my experience with a jeep they’ve never driven 😂
Trade it before battery warranty runs out, they don't last as long as the motor.
@@dsonnek7781 you are giving that 2.0t way too much credit. Mine has been the source of most of the issues. Between a timing chain tensioner failing and multiple coolant leaks it is a gem of an engine.
@@MotterMayhem sorry to hear that, I have a Cadillac ELR and the batteries died after 120,000 miles. Gas only now, made the mpg drop from 80 to the 20's. New batteries $10K, get them next year, can't get another nice car that cheap. Just wished the batteries lasted as long as tesla batteries. I think the reason they went bad so soon, to small needed charging everyday vs. Tesla could go a all week for the same miles.
More great content 👌 Looking forward to seeing yall in Daytona ... and Ryans jeep 🤟
I got my 24 Wrangler Willys 6 speed yesterday. So happy and the dealer honored the old pricing which was $900 cheaper.
I wanted a manual transmission car again bc it might be my last chance at getting it. I also wanted nothing to do with the super heavy 4xe versions.
My point of view says that Stellantis will be dropping the Chrysler brand completely. Dodge will become rebadged global products. The Gladiator is a niche product that does not have the sales to support it, so it will also be dropped. The rest of the Jeep line up will be pared down to be shared as a global platform with other Stellantis markets. They figure that Wrangler already has a cult following and does not require such an expensive ad campaign to support it's sales. They have spread themselves too thin and it's time to trim the fat. After all, they are in business to make money, not cars.
how about the whole 4xe power box issue too, in th ebginning they first said it would be included with all sahara and up trims and now looking across dealer lots even rubicon x's are missing it and have had the power output capability removed/never installed
I was going to go to my first auto show 😮this year in Chicago to look at the jeeps,other cars,and the Jeep track.I want to get a Jeep in the future
4xe owner here as I know it currently the recall will have an over the air update and then if you throw a certain code it means your battery needs to be replaced. I’m personally not any more worried about the recall than I have been on the numerous other vehicles I’ve owned with recalls.
Bummer on the auto show pullouts. But then again I’ve never been to one.
Aloha Matt. I'll be happy with the old grill as it looks classical.
Not even mildly interested in the 4xe
A friend of mine has a Wrangler Sahara 4XE ... it has been nothing but trouble ... 12V battery had to be replaced about 6 months in, recalls, other charging issues, glass problems, OTA update basically bricked the TCM ... Stellantis may have pulled out of shows because of all the money they are losing on the brand right now.
Do you remember when Jeep showed the 2024 Wrangler at Moab with all the redesigned parts. TFL asked Jeep in Moab where’s the 2024 Gladiator? Jeep pointed to a lone Gladiator in High Octane that was a 23 and stated that’s a 24 model year. No updates. If you go to the Jeep website you can NOT do a 2024 build. I took the new model Gladiator high light class. It now has all Wrangler updates. My feeling is the Gladiator is going to be eventually dropped. It’s supposed to compete with other brands. You can buy the T brand for a whole lot less money.
On a 6 year loan, the difference between 9% and 3 % APR is equals $10,000 in purchase price....or $10,000 in additional down payment. Depending on how you want to look at it.
These prices are soooooo inflated and out of control. Jeep has way to much inventory and needs to slash prices or they will never move product. Unless there is 20% off MSRP no one should buy on.
1:38 Hey, that’s me!!!
My wife has a 2020 4xE Sahara that is affected by the recall. I’ve asked two different dealers about it and both have told me that they don’t have any answers yet. They won’t even let me schedule anything because they say that they don’t have any directions on what to do.
You guys definitely need a beer segment "a here's to you" segment. Thanks for the info. Cheer's
My vin got the recall, I took to my dealership and they said do not plug in or park close to anyone, do not keep in your garage and the “fix” is 4 months out. Do not plug in? This is why I bought the vehicle. Very upset
Was on the hook to buy a reasonably priced High Tide. Should’ve pulled the trigger. But I wanted to see what 2024 had in store. I’ve been disappointed by what Jeep has put out lately. They have just provided higher prices.
I'm still kicking myself for not buying a Scatpack Charger Daytona in 2018 when they were selling new in the mid $40K's.
Great video as usual. After nearly 20 years, Jeep became (for me) like that girl that just took more and more work to love until one day you realize you're just working. So last year I bought a Bronco. Still keep up with your channel because a part of me hopes I'll get a Jeep again, but... Wish you guys would buy a Bronco and start a sister channel! 😁 On the 4Xe, I still think it's the future, but the future isn't here yet. As a former marketer, it is REALLY interesting to me that Jeep would abandon it's biggest opportunities to tout new revenue generation. Could be economic issues, budget issues, or maybe they don't feel like they've got the right stories to tell and/or the best answers to press questions right now. But if I was head of marketing, I'd want a clear answer to this from my product manager, because customers (dealerships) are going to want to know why so they can tell potential buyers.
Just keep an Eye on the E4x4
I would like to hear more about 4xe. Specifically how do folks plan their battery usage when going on off road excursions?
You don’t need to plan anything if you don’t want it just switches over to gas once the battery is depleted. You can run on e-save mode to save electric for the trail which is pretty nice if you want and With max regen and 4wh on we’ve actually had the battery regen enough while wheeling to get another full charge out of it and gone something like 45 miles on all electric
My Jeep dealer still has some new 2022’s on the lot.
I think they are getting all the 2023 Gladiators off the lots 1st before sending some 2024. I really feel Jeep didn't do anything special for the Gladiators in 2024 and its showing in there sales of that model. Don't get me wrong I love mine.
Jeep management at the top is screwing up. They have 2023 gladiators 20%-30% off msrp right now on lots before they send out 2024 models. They are pricing themselves too high for the average buyer, especially when finance rates are 7%-8% with excellent credit. Hopefully stellantis decides soon to acknowledge their mistakes, make correction adjustments, and fix things accordingly. The other main issue is reliability and parts availability. The manual clutch issues are just now starting to get fixed and have been on recall for nearly a year. 4xe owners are told not to charge it and to keep it outside in case of fire. They need to provide a better prodict.
I saw a 2022 wrangler for 40,995.00 on A used car lot in San Antonio
The pricing still hasn't dropped yet for the 2024 Gladiator. I was told it should be 2 more weeks. I'll believe it when my tracker updates.
Do you have any idea what is going on with the Tails Off-road thing?
I am not sure at all what the poster of this video was talking about - as of right now, Recall B9A has no solutions - it’s still listed that the recall as “Incomplete but no repair parts available”. The dealer reports that Stelantis/Mopar has yet to give them the software update that will check my Jeep to see if it does have the issue that is causing the battery issue. The current theory is that this software ‘might’ be available by March of 2024. So how anyone can say it doesn’t ‘apply’ to them anymore, just not sure what they are saying. There ‘is’ not over the air update that will ‘fix’ this. If you google mopar recalls and put your vin in, and it comes up with B9A, your vehicle is in fact still at risk. To date the Jeep app has NEVER flagged my 2021 Jeep 4xe Sahara as impacted by B9A, yet the Mopar site does show it - as well as my dealer confirmed that my vehicle is part of B9A. I am a bit taken back that the poster of this video didn’t simply check the Mopar and NHtA sites for updated information about B9A before propagating that I am thinking is simple misinformation as to the status of the battery recall on the 4xe’s.
Can we look at taking legal action against Jeep for recall B9A. It’s been months with no fix. This is a safety issue and they told us not to charge, I’m getting under 17mpg for a 4xe.
Talking about 2024 Gladiator missing, on Canadian site, you still can’t build it… Which is kinda weird… I believe they have way to many 2023 on their lot…
Im coming up in march on my factory warrenty expiring any input if getting a extension is worth it?
I like my 22 4xe rubicon, almost 30k miles with minimal issues, but will be replacing with the new Tacoma hybrid for better creature comforts and utility
I have a 2012 Rubicon with the 3.6. I wish it were the 2.0 turbo for better fuel milage, but with 79595 miles on it with no problems, I can't complain. And I beat this thing. But I have heard that the E version goes about 3-8 miles off road on battery. After that, you're carrying around an anker (battery). Just don't seem practical.
So glad I ditched my 4xe.☕ Loving my Ecodiesel
I was similarly confused about the 4xe recall. We didn’t receive any notification. The oil change life popped on - surprisingly, because the engine seldom runs. The Jeep had been unwilling to go all electric about the same time.
Not realizing that we were out of free oil changes, we scheduled a dealer oil change.
Dealer said when dropped off that it needed a software update, which they performed. All electric was available again.
Sooooo …
If I hadn’t known that I would pay for the oil change, I would have changed it myself. How then, would I have known that it needed a software update? Would all electric mode have returned on its own? Did the software update have anything to do with the battery fires?
I guess I’ll never know.
I think they’re finding that even less jeeps are affected than they originally thought they were being overly. People keep talking about all the fires but it was eight jeeps total and I think the recall was a big thing. They’re pulling out of a lot of shows but so are most of the other US car manufacturers. At the LA show there was none of the German cars. Most of the American cars were gone. It was primarily Korean and Japanese cars at the auto show. There was almost nobody else there was no Experience so I don’t think this has anything to do with JEEP, particularly as it is with Carmen manufacturers realizing that the cost to benefit ratio of the auto shows may not be working in the current marketplace
All of Stilantis withdrew. GM just had some huge cutbacks as well
Pricing is out of control!
That hard top left the chat!
I bought a 2012 JK in 2014 with 19k miles and 1 owner. It now has 115k miles on it. I just bought a 2024 Grand Cherokee Overland for my wife. The technology and features of the new JL are great (I even like the grill), but the fact that a new JL Rubicon costs more than the Overland is crazy. The JK is a 12 year old vehicle and drives like it at times making it a tough daily driver. But the cost of a new JL (or JT - assuming they eventually make them) is out of reach. For roughly the same out of pocket money, I can trade in the JK for a new JL (and have one vehicle) OR keep the JK and get a Colorado ZR2 and have a truck (with lockers, suspension upgrades, etc) and still have the JK (that I’d have more freedom to mod since it’s no longer my primary vehicle).
Hybrid and Electric wave of the future, overall I like my 2021 4xe , but if I had it over to do I would get V6 my wife surprised me with mine so I had no input !!!
The problem might be the diesel scandal with cummins
Y'all gonna make video out in the snow? Even if it's just going around the block?
Question: I love the Jeep Rubicon, was thinking of getting one. With every month, now I'm leaning towards Toyota Tacoma. First, Jeep is way too expensive. All the reports on how much free play in the steering bothers me. I know several friends throughout the years have always complained about the how Jeeps steers. If this has always been a problem, why hasn't Jeep fixed this? Is there something in how the Wrangler is made that prevents Jeep from tightening the play and making it ride and steer better? Thank you & love your channel.
Yes it is because of the way it is made. Called a solid front axle so steering sucks compared to IFS. Drawbacks with either system. IFS are technically 3WD because one wheel is always off the ground. But lets face it - 90% of your driving is probably on highway. I am thinking of the jump to Toyota next because of quality and that turbo 4.
Hate the 4xe… wouldn’t take one for free…
Beer ? Whiskey !!!
I think the strike hit them harder than they anticipated. Have to redo budget and unfortunately shows are top of the list of cuts.
At this point, the way they’re going, Losing faith in the brand!
They even ditched out on SEMA last year...
Ya I picked up.my custom.order 2 door rubicon yesterday. No trails.offroad. wtf it was built Dec 17
I’ll keep my JK 😂
Same ... Over a decade of DIY knowledge available for anyone with basic tools, infinitely modifiable through strong after market support, tons of cheap used parts available at salvage yards and still a great resale value if I ever have to let it go.
Who knows what will happen with Jeep, but IMO things might not be good for the future. Jeeps are not very fuel efficient and I don't think the 4xe has much going for it either.We all know the 392 is not going to last much longer if at all past 2024. This could be great for people who own 18-23 (24)?? models in the resale market in the next 5-10 years I hope. I know mine will be in the family for a long time, not going anywhere anytime soon.
A hard pass from me on 4xe content.
I would consider a 4xe for sure if i could feel good about reliability.
or hold on and may be $$$ on that grill. Funny pulling out of shows due to $$. Price up 40% since covid....make me laugh. Thanks for that this morning. cheers
Jeeps prices have gone up more than ANY other brand.
This may not be popular but has anyone looked at their tastes instead of the price of a Jeep. A base Sport starts at around 35k when a Honda Civic starts at 25k. When you want heated leather, big tires, lockers, premium audio, 50 inch flat screen tv, it is naturally going to jack up the price. Compare what came standard in a base Rubi 10 years ago, then spec a new one with the same options and then see if the price exceeds inflation. You’ll be surprised.
All I want are power locks and windows and that's a ripoff too lol.
Gen1 will always have issues, still need that glad engine info. I blame Stallantis Jeep and Dodge need to be set free.