Feeler Price for 1988 Cherokee 4.0L 5DR

[Raceghost]

Hate to be doing this, and don't really have a choice at the moment, so looking to see what to do with my 1988 Cherokee 4.0L that I have been restoring. I need to sell it as a whole, or part it out. I want to keep it in the family, and finish the project, but does not look as though I will be able to do so. My family has owned this vehicle since 1989, and I have been the primary driver for most of that. I know it's entire history, and everything about the vehicle. Please don't hesitate to ask questions, I will try to get them answered the best I can. I have the Title, and can proceed how ever is requested upon what I find from this feeler.

It has roughly 5000 miles on full reamanufactured motor, 145,000 original miles prior to rebuild 1 year ago.

Stock Asin-Warner AW4 4-speed tranny
Stock New Process NP242 Select Trac 4wd differential

Brand New Power Steering Pump
Brand New Power Gear Box
Brand New Power Steering Hoses
Brand New Rusty's Steering Brace
Brand New Rusty's HD Tie Rod
Brand New Rusty's 1.25 Drop Pitman Arm for 3" Suspension lifts
Brand New MOMO Prototype Black Steering Wheel with working horn
Brand New Ignitiion Key Interlock and Cylinder
Brand New Crank position Sensor and unit
Brand New Neutral Lock Out switch unit
1 year old Power Master 140 Amp Alternator
1 year old Power Master High Torque XS Starter
Brand new Altima Red Top Battery
Pace Setter Headers
New Catalityc Converter
Aero Exhaust
3" Pro Comp Susp. Lift w/steering stabilizer
(4) 16 x 8 American Racing Steel Rims
(4) Yokohama Geolander AT/s (Almost new, 5000 miles on them)
(4) Stock 1988 Cherokee Rims and Tires, not sure on size...

Clarion CD/MPX/WMA with Alpine Speakers will come with complete rig. If I part it out, then no, it is not for sale.

What do you guys think she is worth. If you are interested in a purchase, then email me, and I will send you all the pics you need. I have reciepts for everything, and miliage warrenty for motor...

I really don't know what to do here, and/or what I should be asking. I have only listed it here, and will not be listing it anywhere else, unless I get told too by you guys.

Thanks again for all you looks, comments, and help.

Ryan
rhunter@cableone.net
ryan.hunter@twcable.com

[WraithKWK]

pics pics pics

[drifto77]

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[scottmcneal]

What part of s cal? How much? pics would help.

[danwho]

Sounds good Ryan, but we really need pics.....

[Raceghost]

I am having issues getting the pics to post...
Forgive me, still recovering frrom a broken 3pc shin
I will get some going, and then post em up
Not sure why I can't post pics yet, or a private pic for an avatar either...
Help...?

[Raceghost]

And why can't I edit my posts, to reflect new info, or an edit to a comment...? ok, ok.

Additional: The Jeep is Red, and it is the Pioneer Model. It also has the rare 3.73 gears. It took the lift and the tires to get it to read correctly on the speedo...lol.
It has the power seats, power windows(need some love, rear passenger is a little sticky), and pwer door locks. Spare tire is internal, and of course stock size...
I am located in Cypress Area. Orange County to be exact. Thanks agian for your interest guys. Pics coming soon as soon as I can get them to post, etc.

[Brendan_91XJ]

you can't have an avatar pic because your not a member.
Upload your picts to photobucket and then use the image link to place then in a message

[Raceghost]

Edit: It is 4X4 with Neuetral lockout...just for those of you who might be perusing for a vehicle, and just searched your way here...(advertising...hehehe).

It does have the tow package, and the Power Transmission feature, rare adjustable transmission shift point by the flick of a button...

[Raceghost]

Well I should be a member. Why am I not, I registered and all...sheesh. Ok, I will photo bucket it quickly, be back in a few...

[2stix]

did you come up with a price yet?

[danwho]

Well I should be a member. Why am I not, I registered and all...sheesh. Ok, I will photo bucket it quickly, be back in a few...
You register to be a user, you pay to be a member.........

[Raceghost]

See if the image link here from photobucket works...

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[1xfloppy]

have you set out a price yet? i may have a guy on base who is interested

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[Raceghost]

Thank you all for the clarification on Member vs. User.
If it is any constilation, I wanted to be a member...LOL.

I forgot to add the Cross drilled brakes as well. Was going to do the whole rear wheel conversion as well, but of course, that was later...

As you can see it is clean, and on it's way to a great starter.
For the most part, ALL FUNCTIONAL PARTS for a day to day, and worthy vehicle have been replaced, rebuilt, or bought new. Seriously hate to lose my investment. Not sure what she is worth, for I know most of the rides on here have some sort of nestalgic or personal value other than that of the ol' blue book, which gets all of us blue at times.

If some one where to walk up and hand me what was invested in the last 18 months, I would hand them the keys, title, and all the extra's. However, I understand that of which may not be worth that and understand that everyone has there eye on the price and wants a great deal. I really want to be fair, and just, but don't want to lose my investment. So OBO for sure, and was hoping to see a base line suggestion for what is seen. Thanks to all again for your comments and suggestions.

[GauchoMD]

Thats a 6cyl, but its not the 4.0L inline is it?

[Raceghost]

Yes it is the inline 4.0L 6cyl. Freshly Remanned 1 year ago.

[Raceghost]

Ok, I see investment after 18 months of close to $6500.

How about $6000 OBO....

[Raceghost]

This does not include what I bought it for...LOL. Thats just what I have put into it in rebuild, reman, etc. Let me know if I am high or low.
Thanks again.

[homebrew]

Guess I'll be the first. You/I/We will never get what we put into these things. It looks good. IMO the most you may be able to get on here is 2500. If you post it on craigslist or something 4K if your lucky. Thats just the nature of the beast that is jeep.

[Raceghost]

Understandable. Wasn't sure what a price should be. So parting it out would yield what I want more so than whole, and I figured that. If I have watched the prices of most main items on here and what they are going for used and/or new. I just don't have the shop room to be taking pieces off as it goes.

[GauchoMD]

Finally, somone said it, I didnt want to be the first. You cant get the money you put into rebuilding the motor because that money just got it to what it is supposed to be, a driveable motor vehicle. I would say $2500 would be VERY high...at least here. Craigslist is always better for finding people who dont know much about Jeeps to overpay for one.

[Raceghost]

I would be better parting it out. Sounds great. Thanks guys.

[Raceghost]

Who wants to buy parts. Bring your own wrenches...Part out party
Lets have this thing stripped by the weekend.
Make offers, etc. No reasonable price refused.

I do however disagree with your philosophy there guys.
Those are not REAL case senarios when you quote your prices.
Those prices you list, or book prices, are if it has been run into the dirt, and puters and coughs at you.

If the jeep was in its original condition, which mind you, I could have left it that way, and it still would have ran. I din't rebuild this thing, becasue I needed to. i did it cause I wanted to. Little difference in, "help me get it running to sell it," VS. "Hey, I just dropped a shit load into, and now think I might have to sell it due to timing, and change of events." Either way, that's two opinions, I know there are others.

[Raceghost]

HAHAHAHA LOL....everyone on here thought they were gonna get all this for nothing, for twigs, and berry's. HAHAHAHAHAHA LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL.

But really here, thats fine, if it aint worth nothing together, or per part, then cool.

[GauchoMD]

No, its just from looking at what, historically, different XJ's sell for based on how "built" they are. I would have to say it would take something miraculous to get a member to pay more than about 2 grand for an '88 XJ with a 3 inch lift that isnt RE (or comparable), no rails, bumpers, etc...and even that would be considered on the high end. Nobody here is trying to hurt your feelings, it happens every time someone comes here and asks "what is my XJ worth?" because bottom-line, its worth about twice as much to you, or more, than it is to anyone else.

[Raceghost]

Understandable. I am also taking private messages and emails from people who are seeing this as well and may not be replying openly. My feelings aren't hurt, but rather frustrated at having to do this, and realizing I may lose my arse on it.

[Raceghost]

Juts so everyone understands, I dropped $3K into in the last 45 days. It just doesn't seem right to lose all the money in 18 months, but then I guess I learned a lesson here...

[GauchoMD]

Dude, post it on Craigslist for $3500 OBO... All we're saying is that a NAXJA member most likely wont pay that...

[SanDiegoXJ]

Hell, I see things go for close for 5-6k in the San Diego area. I guarantee you'll find someone on craigslist that will pay more.

That is a super clean Jeep. The problem with selling jeeps is that those that know how to do the work, judge it based on their time...not the value of a repair/installation. Those that want a daily driver won't appreciate the odds and ends you put into it.

But either way, you're bound to get at least twice what you'd get in this forum on craigslist.

Good luck!

[Raceghost]

Thanks for the belief guys...:cheers:

[homebrew]

If you have put that much money into it and have had it that long I say keep it. It will last forever and you will miss it when its gone and will wish you had kept it. If you must sell it craigslist might be your best bet. The fact is that when people look at it they arent looking at the time and $ you have invested in it, they see a 20 year old jeep, then they keep looking and find a 97+ for less than 6K, and the age itself just looks more appealing.

[Raceghost]

This is now posted on Craig's List in Orange County for $4500 OBO. Might be a little high to start with, but hoping people might see the investment and/or want to continue on the project. Thanks again all for looking

http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/car/689741202.html