So I Bought a 91 GW Today

[andrew_lawson1]

So about two weeks ago I posted a message asking for some good reading materials I could study before getting my Wagoneer in a year or two. Well, it looks like I jumped the gun a little bit. I bought this beauty today from California. A good friend handled the purchase and I am trying to set up shipping as we speak. Can't say I don't have anxiety about that part.

Some photos:

http://s1056.photobucket.com/user/andrew_lawson11/library/?sort=3&page=1

It's a '91 White with Sand Interior. Its got 108k miles and recently had the rear Dana 44 completely rebuilt. Possibly the most shocking thing about this vehicle is all of the switches and gauges work. Even the back glass and the overhead console items.

A trusted mechanic gave it a good inspection since I couldn't be there and gave it stamp of approval.

Some small issues we know of

- Two little rust spots. One at the base of the side window in the cargo area, and one right next to the antenna. I'll post pics of that stuff when I get it here in Virginia.
- Front drivers side vent window has some issues, not quite sure whats going on there
-Headliner is starting to sag
-driver's seat is ripped
-the seller included a set of Rancho RS44044 2.5" leaf springs in the deal that i'll install when I get it
-leak in the a/c somewhere

So I do have some work to do. Now if I can only handle the wait for it to get here.

[babywag]

I was eyeballing that one...did you get it for less the the $3300 asking price?

I debated calling and making an offer on it.

[vacaisle]

One thing I've learned about jeeps is it smart to prepare for a new radiator, new alternator/wiring inspection, carb rebuild, and unless you're into restoration and preserving all the factory stuff get ready to pull most if not all the emissions equipment unless you need it for inspection. I say this because mine ran great when I got it then upon further inspection I realized all kinds of things were out of wack. Now it really runs great.
That's a pretty sweet Jeep. It's cool that the rear end was rebuilt and you're getting some lift springs. If you change your mind on the lift let me know I'm in NYC and would love to help you get rid of them.

[andrew_lawson1]

Yeah, I got it for less and to be honest I'd have paid more if I didn't have to pay to ship it cross country. You really just don't find them out here like that. At least not for less than $8k or so. I guess some people get lucky but I haven't seen them. Though I often wonder whether those people will ever sell them.

Plus my wife had her heart set on white with tan interior. That made it easier to get her on board.

[babywag]

Looked like a nice one, I've always wanted a '91.

[andrew_lawson1]

One thing I've learned about jeeps is it smart to prepare for a new radiator, new alternator/wiring inspection, carb rebuild, and unless you're into restoration and preserving all the factory stuff get ready to pull most if not all the emissions equipment unless you need it for inspection. I say this because mine ran great when I got it then upon further inspection I realized all kinds of things were out of wack. Now it really runs great.
That's a pretty sweet Jeep. It's cool that the rear end was rebuilt and you're getting some lift springs. If you change your mind on the lift let me know I'm in NYC and would love to help you get rid of them.

I'd send them your way but my guy said it could probably use some new springs, though it wasn't urgent. May end up being my first project.

[draglink]

CONGRATS!! And I have to say your wife has excellent taste in color combos!!

Little side note : Our wedding anniversary was last weekend. Two Benz's stayed parked while she drove the GW. It is always our go-to vehicle, we love it and luckily so does my wife....she drove while I drank bourbon, now that's a great anniversary night!

[e_digg]

Congrats and welcome from Falls Church!

Ed