Overview & Reviews

Jeep has improved off-road capability by increasing the axle ratio offered with the 4.0-liter engine and revising the torsion bar for better steering. Optional this year on the 1998 Jeep Wrangler are a tilting driver seat, automatic speed control, a combination CD/cassette stereo, a new Smart Key Immobilizer theft-deterrent system and two new colors.

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

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

User Reviews:

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  You Gotta Love the Jeep - 1998 Jeep Wrangler
  By crazywvlady - November 18 - 8:26 am

  I have owned my 98 Wrangler since June 2004. I originally bought my first Wrangler in 2001 (a 98 model), that was hit head on by another Jeep! Totaled! I loved the vehicle so much, I bought one of the same year. Im so glad that I did. It has never left me stranded and repairs have been under $200 since Ive owned it. I baby it though, wipe it down every night, change oil every 3 months or 3000 miles. If your Jeep is maintained, will probably last you a lifetime. My next vehicle: hands down: A JEEP!

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  6 Years with a 1998 Wrangler Sport - 1998 Jeep Wrangler
  By Jeepmanchuck - November 16 - 2:00 am

  I took delivery of my special order Wrangler Sport in January 1998. The combination of a 6 cyl., auto., and 3.73 rear axle gets you 15-16 mpg. Adding the K&N induction system has improved gas mileage to 18 mpg. The factory sound system is limited. Adding the Jeep subwoofer system has helped. Interior and highway ride quality is good. However, off-road is where this vehicle rules! I recommend the factory limited-slip rear axle for off-road driving, and the full steel doors to lower int. noise levels. For a second vehicle that will see limited use, it dosent get any better - a convertible with great off-road capabilities from the factory.

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  Love my jeep..... - 1998 Jeep Wrangler
  By jeep guy - May 4 - 10:00 am

  This jeep is perfect for all occassions. I highly recommend the 6 cylinder.... I have no problems driving to the mountains to go skiing. During a recent snow storm (2 1/2 feet in two days) I took the jeep out to play and could NOT get stuck! Off roading is a blast as is highway driving. Ive done three roadtrips of 1400 miles... no problems. The only things I dont like.... everyone likes to break in (soft top) even when theres nothing to take. That and the road noise takes some time getting used to (doesnt bother me anymore).

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  Always Wanted One - 1998 Jeep Wrangler
  By Bob - January 18 - 7:33 pm

  Its awesome, for a single person, i like it alot, ragtop little noisy, shift good runs good, cant say enough about..2,5 a little doggy but oh while..

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  No regrets - 1998 Jeep Wrangler
  By morrisdg - December 15 - 10:00 am

  A convertible for people who still want a rugged feel, who still want to be able to go anywhere. An SUV for people who dont need to compensate for shortcomings elsewhere. A fun car that still has a few practical uses. Friends may not be willing to buy one themselves, but theyll all want to ride in it. Life is better with a Jeep.

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  FUN AND VERSATILE - 1998 Jeep Wrangler
  By Archaeologist - December 15 - 10:00 am

  THE JEEP BEGAN AS A MILITARY VEHICLE AND HAS NOT LOST ITS OFFROAD ABILITY THROUGH OUT THE YEARS. THE REMOVABLE TOP COUPLED WITH THE 4WD CAPABILITY MAKES IT A VERY VERSATILE RIG.

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  I love my Jeep - 1998 Jeep Wrangler
  By stevegolf72 - December 1 - 10:00 am

  Runs great, The Gas Mileage sucks. I feel like I sink all of my money into the gas tank! It is very very very loud!

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  Sooo happy! - 1998 Jeep Wrangler
  By bigpoppaxxl - September 9 - 2:00 am

  It is a lot of fun but be prepared to pay the piper when going to the gas station or getting your insurance bill.

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  Weve done a lot since 98 and still going strong. - 1998 Jeep Wrangler
  By tari5 - August 27 - 1:13 pm

  I bought my Jeep new at a dealership in Colorado. When it was brand new a huge snowstorm hit and there was a pounding on the door. The ranch owner stood there up to his waist in snow. "Can I borrow your rig?"he asked. He needed to do an emergency insulin run for a friend and none of their big expensive ranch trucks could get through the snow. It got through when nobody else could and spent the day rescuing stranded people in what turned out to be a deadly storm. Since then I have driven it across the country from the Atlantic to the Pacific. We have lived in rural Colorado, New Mexico and now on the Plains. Hauled feed to horses, pulled a boat, loaded goats in the back and transported them. Hauled railroad ties and used it as an anchor to stretch fence. My two Irish Wolfhounds curled up in the back and slept for long trips between New Mexico and Kansas. It gets no babying and it has given no trouble. Pop it into four wheel drive and it can get you almost anywhere and back. Its still going strong and I drive it nearly every day.

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  Best purchase I have made - 1998 Jeep Wrangler
  By WBSobe - June 10 - 9:40 am

  I bought my Wrangler used last year with 72,000 miles on it. I have been loving my Wrangler since I bought it. Living in MA its a great year round vehicle, top off in the summer and 4 wheel drive in the winter. I havent had any mechanical problems like other have stated. I had to replace the rear brakes but thanks to it being a domestic vehicle it cost A LOT less then replacing brakes on my old Toyota. Its been a life changer in the past year I have been hiking and camping more than ever. It gives you a great respect for the outdoors. A Wrangler is not for everyone you have to be a specific type of person to buy one and to enjoy one.