Overview & Reviews

Jeep has totally redesigned this American icon. A Quadra-coil suspension improves on- and off-road manners; while dual airbags and optional antilock brakes increase the Wrangler's ability to keep occupants safe. Round, retro-style headlights add a nostalgic touch to this venerable ground-pounder. Fortunately, none of these refinements soften the Wrangler's tough exterior. A restyled interior includes integrated air vents, a glovebox and carlike stereo controls and accessory switches.

• Unmatched off-road capability, overflowing with character, dual airbags, optional ABS, fun to drive, speedy with manual transmission

• Soft top is improved, but still a pain in the $%!@#

User Reviews:

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  Fun - 1997 Jeep Wrangler
  By Richard the first - October 21 - 2:00 am

  I have my Jeep for six years now. It has over 110,000 miles but its still running strong. Sure there were a few things went wrong, I had to replace the catalytic converter and the exhaust manifold. Overall, its a great vehicle. I love the short wheel base that allows me to fit into the tightest parking space in the parking nightmare downtown Boston. I love the go-any-where that allows me to park on the most ridicules ice and snow covered spot no other car can get to, and best of all, I dont have to shovel for hours to dig out my Jeep after a big snow strom.

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  Worth the Purchase - 1997 Jeep Wrangler
  By natestj - October 15 - 5:03 pm

  This vehicle is awesome! Fun to drive, especially in the summer with the top off. I bought it with 74K miles and now have over 98k. Every time I change the oil it looks exactly the same as when I put it in, clean! No problems with engine or transmission. Excellent capability in the snow, never stuck once. The 6 cylinder is a must, despite poor gas mileage. Comfort isnt too bad, but the ride is that of a Jeep, its supposed to be a little rough. Right? The only minor problems Ive had is replacing the sway bar brackets and bushings. Also the universal joints on the drive shaft seem to wear out quick. They make a very annoying clicking sound when you take off out of first gear.

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  Reliable and fun - 1997 Jeep Wrangler
  By Jeeppr - September 16 - 10:00 am

  Jeeps are not cars, so drivers shouldnt expect that. Love Jeeps for what they are: fun, great off-roads, convertible, and rugged.

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  Never Go Back - 1997 Jeep Wrangler
  By Mark - April 30 - 2:10 pm

  I had always wanted a Wrangler and when I got one I was more than pleased. I was a little nervous to get one with all the problems I had heard about with the Cherokees, but, now that I have a Wrangler, I will never go back to another vehicle. I live in Alaska and the Jeep works great on and off the road. Heat is great even at - 40F, fuel economy is alright, very fun to drive. No problems so far even after I got in an accident. The only damage I had was a dented bumper. Other vehicle could not say the same. The only things I could complain about would be a better stereo package (hard to hear with the top down) and the amount of rust on the underside. Overall, an awesome reliable vehicle

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  My 2nd one - 1997 Jeep Wrangler
  By pmcca - April 27 - 10:00 am

  I am coming up on the end of my lease of my jeep and will probably negotiate a buy. I have had no major mechanical problems at all in 5 years. Its great in the summer and really great in the winter, and here in Ohio, those are huge plusses. Two slight negatives: its a bumpy ride unless you are the driver, and the gas milage isnt great, but those are both offset by the tremendous fun and practicality factors. This is my 2nd Wrangler (1991) and Ill probably get another one. This one was tons better!

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  My 97 Wrangler - 1997 Jeep Wrangler
  By Aaron - April 25 - 2:20 pm

  I am very pleased with my purchase. It is a well put together machine and it is a ton of fun to drive. The only drawback is the fuel economy, but its still worth it. I use it as my daily driver and on weekends take it off-road for a little fun.

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  Great Find - 1997 Jeep Wrangler
  By algobull - March 21 - 8:29 am

  I got this wrangler with 68K Mi about 2 years ago. I know have over 90K and it feels like it could go on forever. It was only supposed to be a weekend car, but after I lost my job, its my everyday driver, and I love it. I live in Florida and people always look at me with envy when driving it down the road. I got an automatic because I blew 3 clutches in in 4 years on my previous jeep... I found out later its due to a minor and fixable repair in the master cylinder... I do miss the 5 speed though, better power and much better MPGs. Even young girls love it (not as much as my old mustang, but hey)... and Im glad its slow because fast cars are def not a good idea for me (i.e. 3 clutches)

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  Good car - 1997 Jeep Wrangler
  By Jeremy - March 10 - 12:50 pm

  Ive had it about a year now and I love it. Everyone in my high school is jealous because they cant do anything near what I can. Sitting on 35" tires and a 4 inch lift kit its unstoppable.

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  Been through hell and back - 1997 Jeep Wrangler
  By bigfortdawg - March 1 - 10:00 am

  I have a 97 tj 2.5l 5 speed this was my first Jeep/car I have replaced the engine twice once at 27,000 and again at 93,000 it now has been converted to an off-road vehicle with 33-13.50 ltbs and a 5 inch lift oh yea I had to replace the computer at 140,000 that was fun to track down, so I still got it and its running good at 156,000

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  Fun adn Reliable - 1997 Jeep Wrangler
  By Doug Thompson - February 15 - 12:16 am

  Have owned the Wrangler 5 years no maintenance issues, replace the belt and rear brakes over 57,000 miles. Passing this one on to my son and buy a 01 Wrangler for me