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1988 Jeep Grand Wagoneer - $34,900 - Cleveland, OH - 39,000 original miles, great paint and new wood graphics. Beautiful original interior. Ready to enjoy!The low mileage is reflected in just about every component on the truck, particularly the luxurious interior which is extremely nice. It has been repainted once, but it was under recall for notorious paint issues faced by AMC and later Chrysler, so while it isn’t original paint, that’s probably a good thing, not a demerit. It was done quite well and looks fantastic, particularly with fresh Team Grand Wagoneer wood appliques that are crisp and bright. The burgundy finish is fairly uncommon and the contrast with the woodgrained panels on the side is quite attractive. The chrome is in good order with 1988’s unique grille in excellent shape.
A burgundy cloth and leather interior is another unusual find, as most of these Jeeps featured tan upholstery. The seating surfaces show only light wear and comfort marks, about what you’d expect for 25 years and 40,000 miles. The biggest challenge with red materials is UV damage, and while there’s some very light fading on the carpets, the rest of the interior shows that this Jeep has undoubtedly spent all its life in a sheltered environment. Every possible power accessory was standard in the Grand Wagoneer, including power windows and locks, twin power bucket seats, automatic climate control, a tilt steering column, and cruise control. The original AM/FM/cassette stereo is still in the dash, and it might be the only part that didn’t quite measure up to the rest of the Jeep’s luxury intentions, but that’s an easy fix. Of course, the ultimate luxury is Jeep’s innovative all-wheel-drive system, which means that this 4x4 can go just about anywhere, anytime without causing you much stress. The A/C is cold, the power windows zip up and down, and it’s hard not to feel like someone important with this much sheetmetal at your command. And if you have a family, you’ll appreciate the full-sized spaciousness of the beautifully preserved back seat and cargo bay.
The Grand Wagoneer came with only one engine, a 360 cubic inch V8 that dated back to the Eisenhower administration but was still pretty hard to beat in terms of reliable torque production. Big SUVs were not about performance, although it’s pretty sprightly with a great V8 rumble, but rather effortlessness and the ability to climb steep grades without breaking a sweat. With under 40,000 miles on it, the engine is barely broken in and runs superbly, starting easily, idling smoothly, and moving the big Wagoneer around without ever seeming to work very hard. The engine bay is completely stock with only routine service items replaced along the way, suggesting conscientious ownership over the years
Underneath it might be a little crusty, but it’s completely original and thanks to a life in a warm climate, there was no need for undercoating. As a result, there’s no place for problems to hide and a careful examination shows the usual grease and road grime, but no signs of malignancy that comes when you live up north. The 3-speed automatic transmission shifts smoothly, the transfer case goes about apportioning torque without a fuss, and it rides rather well for such a big truck. Power steering and power brakes are probably mandatory on something this size and it has just been fitted with four brand new 235/75/15 whitewall radials.
Mileage is confirmed by an AutoCheck vehicle history report and a clear title showing 39,188 actual miles. Grand Wagoneers with low mileage are obviously a finite resource, and with a rare color combination and excellent maintenance, it’s ready to enjoy. Call now!
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