Nightpath Posted June 17, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2015 Still no luck. People are too busy to answer ads or return calls. They all suck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightpath Posted June 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2015 Might have a bit of lucky, found this one in my travels (not advertised) : 2005 2 door Rocky Mountain edition, about 120k KM on it but the gauge cluster needs to be replaced. 6 speed standard, inline 6. Not a lot of rust at all but it does have a minor lift. Has 3 engine codes (basically had a lean condition at one point and threw another related code for the catalytic converter, seen this before) as well as one to do with an undervoltage to nothing important. Will need lower arm bushings replaced, possibly new shocks as well. Some minor customization to it, some of nature's finest pinstriping, needs repair to the soft top, and new tires. Slipping out of gear a few times was mentioned as well. They are asking $9000, was told by a garage to ask for $10k. I told them to remove the customized parts that nobody cares for (think of decals on a Civic that someone claims means its customized), the tires that are worn (on name brand pricey as hell rims which cost enough in themselves) and a few more things, and I would give them straight up cash. Told them to sell those things separate and they'd more than make their asking price. I've seen several Jeeps in this same category, similar specs and KM, some stock or with minor lifts, some with a bit more mileage and a second set of rims, and most people are asking $5500-6500 which I think is fair. So, with the information in hand, what would be a fair offer? I did make one, which I think was fair, and it was a cash offer, no cheques no BS. Just want to see what you guys think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrg Posted June 20, 2015 Report Share Posted June 20, 2015 High price with engine codes that may end up costing a bundle to fix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted June 20, 2015 Report Share Posted June 20, 2015 that's where your $1000 buffer kicks in ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightpath Posted June 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2015 Lol yep. Engine codes were for a lean condition detected at the catalytic converter, high voltage on the same sensor which I believe is the o2 sensor, and one for low voltage to the a/c which could have been caused by a loose wire or getting wet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomWood Posted June 20, 2015 Report Share Posted June 20, 2015 I say too much for the issues it has, pass and wait for a good one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightpath Posted June 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2015 Word to that. If the codes cleared and stayed away I might take a 2nd look. I'll have to get a hold of them again to get them to clear the codes. Still on the hunt though...nobody seems to answer calls or emails, or kijiji ads. Grrr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightpath Posted June 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2015 Holy rolling rust heaps. Checked out 5 jeeps today. All claimed to have been mint and kept undercoated. Each one had massive scales of rust, panel rot and with one I literally sat in it and my feet went through the floor. O m g What heaps of garbage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My04T4R Posted June 20, 2015 Report Share Posted June 20, 2015 Toy-yo-ta Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightpath Posted June 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2015 I'm going to start looking at them. A decent SUV from Toyota might be the thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My04T4R Posted June 20, 2015 Report Share Posted June 20, 2015 Go test drive a v8 4runner I think you will like it, and a lift n tires can be had for under two grand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightpath Posted June 21, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 21, 2015 I set my price around 6k for a vehicle although that's a bit flexible. I can't believe the amount of overpriced sh!t people are selling. 4Runner you say? Hmmmm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomWood Posted June 21, 2015 Report Share Posted June 21, 2015 Jeep Commander would be equivalent and around your price range for a Hemi version Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightpath Posted June 21, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 21, 2015 That'd be sweet. Same as a Durango pretty well isn't it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomWood Posted June 21, 2015 Report Share Posted June 21, 2015 2006 Jeep Commander V8 5.7 litre Hemi on Kijiji http://www.kijiji.ca/v-cars-trucks/bedford/2006-jeep-commander-v8-5-7-litre-hemi/1076674523 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomWood Posted June 21, 2015 Report Share Posted June 21, 2015 Little bit similar. Plus the hemi has the quadradrive 2 which is as close to locked front and rear without a rubicon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My04T4R Posted June 21, 2015 Report Share Posted June 21, 2015 Can you wheel them though, I thought it was unibody independa t front and rear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomWood Posted June 21, 2015 Report Share Posted June 21, 2015 No, same drivetrain as a grand Cherokee. Solid rear ifs front like your runner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightpath Posted June 26, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 26, 2015 Price check on aisle 7. 2005 TJ Rocky Mountain 6 speed standard, inline 6. 110k km. Needs a new o2 sensor. Rear dana 44, big old skid plate under it. Similar to the other I posted, could stand a couple bushings. Minimal rust. 3 tops (hard,bikini and soft to that needs zipper fixed),2 sets of tires (5 x D ick Cepek 12.5" wide rims but needs 2 tires replaced...I prefer stock rims anyway so I'd sell them). 2nd set are on stock rims. Had some custom junk on it that I'd remove as well. Price is $8000, lowest I could get Worth it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomWood Posted June 26, 2015 Report Share Posted June 26, 2015 Sounds like a good price, if all it needs is what you say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightpath Posted June 26, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 26, 2015 Sweet. With all the rotted junk selling for $6500, something with 1/2 the mileage,newer and not rotting seems like it might be a good buy. I'll be making the decision this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightpath Posted June 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2015 Looked at a few more. O m g garbage. Do Jeep drivers not believe in undercoating ????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightpath Posted July 2, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 2, 2015 So I found a Wrangler, it's one of the ones I mentioned above. 2005 TJ - Rocky Mountain Edition - not wheeled nor rusted (woot) About 115K km on it (odometer doesn't work, but the computer stores the mileage) Needs 2 o2 sensors replaced Needs a few bushings replaced (nothing serious, just getting a tad worn), and the body mount bushings replaced (has a 1.5" body lift...I hate body lifts) 2 sets of tires, 1 good, the other set needs 2 tires replaced. 3 tops I made the initial offer of a lowball figure, declined, then looked at it again. After going through most of Western N.S., having friends scout out just about everywhere between Cape Breton and home, I figure the price I'll be paying is worth it. Bar none, every one I have looked at has had severe rust issues either on the frame, body or both, and they were adamant at $6500 for the most part, with higher KM. On the lot, ones like this are going for $2000 more than what I'm paying for the same year and less goodies with it. For $1000 more, I get more with the Jeep, it's clean, nice running, and not beat to snot. However, when I sell the 12.5" wide Dick Cepek rims and the 3rd top I should be more than in the clear. When I pick it up I'll have to shine it up and toss up a picture or 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
autumnwalker Posted July 2, 2015 Report Share Posted July 2, 2015 Congratulations! Looking forward to pictures. Are you going to wheel it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightpath Posted July 3, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 3, 2015 Lightly I think. I'm more into the road less taken but not because it's full of mud and rocks to climb. Might see me hit up a run or 2 ☺ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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