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#3701 of 23393 jdblaine by tsjay
Aug 03, 2001 (3:17 pm)
Although there are, as you said, almost 3600 posts, you would do well to read as many as you can to get a real good feel for what it is like to own a Wrangler.
For the purposes you mentioned, I know of no reason that you shouldn't get a Wrangler, as long as you understand going in that your gas mileage will be much lower that for almost any other vehicle you might buy. Your cargo room is going to be very little also.
But, if you want to talk "FUN," that's what Jeeps are all about! Be sure and get either the dual tops or the soft top only, cause topdown or top off is the way to get the most enjoyment out of that Jeep.
I bought my first ever Wrangler on December 8, 2000, and I have NO REGRETS! (Well, I do regret getting the hard top only.)
See my Thelma Jane and read about my buying experience at....
http://www.members.aol.com/tjoh298765/thelma.html
The 2001's didn't sell well, and DC gave some incentives, like free auto tranny and $500 cash rebate or low financing. I think they will wait and see how the 2002's are going to sell before offering any incentives on them.
You can still find some 2001's out there and take advantage of the incentives on them. They were commonly going for invoice to $200 over invoice, and you could still get the rebate on top of that, so that you could effectively buy for $300 to $500 under invoice.
tsjay
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
#3703 of 23393 Hello all! by cklausing
Aug 03, 2001 (5:15 pm)
Figured it was about time I poked my head in and said "hello"
Been reading the posts here for several months now, and would like to thank all of you for the great info I've found in that time. I'd been wanting a Wrangler since I can remember, and finally decided that the time was right to stop wishing and finally do something about it! After months of researching, and several weeks of shopping around, I finally broke down about a week ago and drove home in a tan 2000 sport.
So far, I think the biggest problem I've had is trying not to look like an idiot with the big goofy grin I've been driving around with. Needless to say I'm very happy with my new baby. Part of that is the fact that Wranglers just scream "FUN", and part of that is this is the first time I've actually made a car purchase without a little financial assistance from my parents (hey, what can I say? I'm 26 and until recently I had college and other things I had to pay for).
So, hello everybody! And if you happen to be in the San Jose area, and see me on the road, I'd just like to let you know that I'm not high, I'm not an escapee from a nearby mental institution, I'm just really diggin my Wrangler!
In case you were curious, here's my automotive past:
Chevy Sprint
Dodge Colt
Ford Ranger
As you can see, the first two are only technically classified as "cars" (anything powered by a 3-cylinder can't be taken seriously), and the third is a perfect example of why pick-ups should not be sold with 4-cylinders (just try driving through the mountains to get to Santa Cruz!).
And to anybody currently considering a Wrangler, all I can say is research it well, and if you get a little voice in the back of your head trying to talk you out of it, it's probably part of some government research project into mind control, and you should probably ignore it:)
#3704 of 23393 cklausing by tsjay
Aug 03, 2001 (8:04 pm)
Congrats on the Wrangler! That tan is a great color, and I'll never understand why they discontinued it.I know what you are feeling now. The good news is that while some of the initial excitement may fade, you will never get tired of driving that Jeep! Believe me, I know what it is like to get all fired up over a new vehicle, and then, before you know it, being bored with it and wanting something else. Not so with my Thelma Jane!
How about a little intro post in Meet the Members?
Get some pics posted somewhere too! Would love to see your baby!!!
tsjay
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
#3705 of 23393 It's Finally Here! by madman390
Aug 04, 2001 (2:14 pm)
Hello all! I am officially an owner of a 2001 Wrangler. Picked it up on Friday evening here in Montgomery, drove top up from the dealer, then later that night, top down. Unfortunately, had a little rain and got a little wet, but all is fine today.A reminder on the specs:
2001 Steel Blue Wrangler Sport
Black Soft Top, Tinted Windows
Fog Lights, Tow Hooks, Full doors
A/C, 5 spd, ABS, Side Steps
Standard Wheels & Tires
My plans....first step is a CD player. I ordered the factory sub, but not the CD, since I planned to upgrade anyway. The local shop is offering 2 free speakers (Sony 5 1/4 or Kenwood 6 1/2, or some brand of 4x6) with the purchase of any CD receiver. Since they are free, I'll take them. My question is which speakers should I replace first: soundbar or dash?
I have many other plans already formulating (Just Empty Every Pocket), but most of them will wait until after I get to Colorado. But I need the CD for the long drive. I will also keep the wheels and tires until after the long drive. But those will be upgraded as well. GPS, CB, and a few others things will be coming down the road as well.
It feels good to finally have a vehicle, but it feels even better to have a JEEP!
Madman
#3706 of 23393 Mad Guy by tsjay
Aug 04, 2001 (2:27 pm)
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!And once again, welcome home to the good old USA!
I'm really happy for you, Madman. I guess you will have to change your username to Gladman, huh?
POST SOME PIX! Let us see that Jeep!
Keep posting. Nice to have you home.
tsjay
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
#3707 of 23393 Congrats Madman! by saharagal
Aug 04, 2001 (3:17 pm)
Just wanted to add my congratulations. I know you'll enjoy your Wrangler! I'm sure having a good time in mine. Keep us posted!Laura
#3709 of 23393 Congrats also... by mtngal
Aug 04, 2001 (5:44 pm)
madman - let us all know how it goes on your long drive to Colorado. It's funny how many people don't realize how comfortable the Wrangler can be on the highway. When we stopped for the night in Portland, Ore. the desk clerk at the hotel couldn't believe that we had driven all the way from So. Cal. in it! Let's keep it a secret - if more people find out, they might start demanding other "civilizing" changes until the Wrangler will look like a CRV or something dumb like that...#3710 of 23393 Hi all by nkelly1
Aug 04, 2001 (6:40 pm)
Called my dealer this week to ask about the carbon build up on the tail pipe. A "ring" of carbon, about a quarter of an inch up (not thick), right at the end of the exhaust. I rubbed the inside of the pipe and discovered the carbon is inside the exhaust pipe as far as I can reach. The service dept. at the dealer says this is normal. It is the way DC has to "tune" them to meet emissions.Anyone else notice this?
I mentioned the "rattling" noise it makes (especially when I shut it off), he said not to worry about this either. Something about the exhaust system having to brake in. He said after 10,000 miles it will quit. Anyone one else ever hear of this?
BammaTazz- I asked (like I said I would), it has nothing to do with the trans.
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