I need a new jeep/truck, recomendations?

[Bmcox86]

I recently picked up a 91 Toyota up v6 4wd for 3k, had 220k on it but the engine runs great and no rust, I've seen a few similar around in the same range

[demontang]

Had a 2000 Cherokee with the 4.0 and it was a ok rig. Best all around rig ive had was a 94 bronco with a high pinion 44 put in and a gt40 5.0. That thing would flat go where it was point with out lockers and I managed 16-17mpg which was close to my old xj.

[Arnbo]

Meh, if you want reliable, pick up an old toyota, early 90's with the 4 cylinder 22RE engine.  Will be IFS, but unless you're planning on a lot of hardcore wheeling should be fine, decent gas mileage as well.

22RE in a 94 FourRunner with a solid axle in front.FlowMaster Exhaust
 Bingo ........"..

[Mudman]

Stay away from the late 80's early 90's XJ's due to problematic fuel injection. I don't remember the specifics as far as what years but '89 and 90 are definitely a couple of them.

I think 89 was the Puegot model!  I had one for awhile and it was fine but ya issues I have heard.  It had Dana:s.  Dont remember gears.  It was loaded in good shape and 800$.  A inline fuse inside harness loom behind glove box was only allowing 8 volts thru which was stopping trans from shifting.  1.50 fix.  Thanks to my former Fatherinlaw for this great deal!  Ex got it in divorce, but I liked the rig.  Stock it got around pretty well.  18mpg average.

[Alchase]

I have never heard of  or seen an 87-89 Dana 44 for a Cherokee or Comanche, that came stock with 4:10 gears. 3:07 for a manual and 3:54 for auto.

You are correct, I should have said 3.73s

Available with Dana 44
3.07 (manual)
3.55 (auto)
3.73 (tow package)

[pianoman9701]

I bought a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo with 110K miles almost three years ago. I have 130K on it now. I paid $7500 for it and have since paid about $9000 in repair bills, which include:
rebuilt engine
Window actuators
brakes, front and rear with front brakes locking up again
water pump
Heater core
Leaks in the differentials and transmission
water leaks
constant light and bulb problems

Either the 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is the biggest piece of crap on the road or I'm the unluckiest guy in the world.

[NWBREW]

Meh, if you want reliable, pick up an old toyota, early 90's with the 4 cylinder 22RE engine.  Will be IFS, but unless you're planning on a lot of hardcore wheeling should be fine, decent gas mileage as well.

  That's what I bought for my hunting rig. Paid 3,100 for it and 550 for new tires. Easy to work on but the only draw back is lack of room but I knew that when I bought it. I love that hunting rig.

[92xj]

92xj or newer for the 4.0HO motor.  I went through 4 motors on mine, but I abused mine harder in the the few miles it had on it more than you will in your life time, I bet.  No frame. have to buy a lift to run 31s unless you do some cutting.  I would get the 231 case 92 or newer, will have 23 spline instead of 21.  A little stronger but still chain driven, gear driven better, stronger, will last.

84 Toyotas will have a solid front axle.  Can run 33x1050s with out a lift.  Has a frame. Good motor with the 22re, strong tranny. If need be, find a turbo 22re and use its tranny.  Strong drivetrain than the Xjs. 

Both can be modded to be the best, but if youre looking for stock options and starting off closer to a quality finished product I would pick the toyota base 10 out of 10 times over the jeep. 

[Arnbo]

92xj or newer for the 4.0HO motor.  I went through 4 motors on mine, but I abused mine harder in the the few miles it had on it more than you will in your life time, I bet.  No frame. have to buy a lift to run 31s unless you do some cutting.  I would get the 231 case 92 or newer, will have 23 spline instead of 21.  A little stronger but still chain driven, gear driven better, stronger, will last.

84 Toyotas will have a solid front axle.  Can run 33x1050s with out a lift.  Has a frame. Good motor with the 22re, strong tranny. If need be, find a turbo 22re and use its tranny.  Strong drivetrain than the Xjs. 

Both can be modded to be the best, but if youre looking for stock options and starting off closer to a quality finished product I would pick the toyota base 10 out of 10 times over the jeep.

  Yep the last year for straight axle was 85 Took a little work to put one in
 My FourRunner,But she is rock solid Lockers front and back.

[jrebel]

If you have 3500 and 1000 for a lift and tires....why not just buy a better rig for 4500 and worry about a lift later.  My stock wrangler will take you places that are down right scary.    

[Bean Counter]

Another vote for Toyota. Be careful about some of those. Older 4runners though. I read in consumer reports that some of the older models didn't have the best engines.

[Recurve-Elk]

If you have 3500 and 1000 for a lift and tires....why not just buy a better rig for 4500 and worry about a lift later.  My stock wrangler will take you places that are down right scary.   

I would have no issues getting a wrangler.  Problem is I can't seem to find one in my price range with an airbag lol.  Plus I need it to have at least some speakers and comforts etc, this rig needs to be daily driver capable as that will be its main purpose.  I want to have fun out it in the hills, but still have some comforts. 

I am liking the toyota idea.  I might, just might be able to score my grandpas 1990 toyota tacoma when he sells his farm if he puts it up for sale (hopefully not anytime soon, I love that farm to death!)  Its got under 100k and was bought by him and maintained like it was his son.  I won't even ask him if he would sell it, but if he says anything ill be the first offer. 

[jrebel]

If you have 3500 and 1000 for a lift and tires....why not just buy a better rig for 4500 and worry about a lift later.  My stock wrangler will take you places that are down right scary.   

I would have no issues getting a wranger.  Problem is I can't seem to find one in my price range with an airbag lol.  This rig needs to be daily driver capable as that will be its main purpose.

I use the rangler as an example, but my stock 98 toyota woudl take me anywhere as well.  I would not worry about a lift in the price range you are looking at.  I would spend all 4500 on a solid driver and worry about a lift in a year or two after saving up a little more money.  Not to mention if you lift it and put bigger tires on it, you will loose fuel economy and endure more wear and tear on your vehicle. 

[Elkbow33]

I'm getting ready to sell my 86 cj7 with winch and a lift and 33 buckshots for 6000 obo. 

[hillbilli]

You might consider the little Nissan trucks and pathfinders, they dont ususally command quite the prices that the toyota's and wranglers do, but I've seen a buttload of them over the years with 200k still rolling down the road.. My default would be an 80-96 f-150 or bronco, preferably with a 300 (4.9), or even a 5.0.. but thats just because they are what I've always had..