- MY 1980 Jeep CJ5 Laredo
- 4.2L I6
- Manual Transmission
- Black Exterior
- Black Interior
- Black Bikini Top
- Current Owner Reports Engine was Rebuilt 7k miles Ago
- Current Owner Reports New Doors
- After Market Wheels
- After Market Tires
Despite being initially conceived for military use, the original Willys Jeep was clearly destined for a much larger audience. It wasn’t long until a Civilian Jeep (CJ) model was launched, with concepts drawn up even before World War 2 ended. The seventh generation of Jeep, aka the CJ7, is a natural evolution of the original. It retains the battle-proven abilities of its military ancestor but offers a driving experience more suited for the general public. The Laredo trim took that a step higher with more amenities, including improved seats, a tachometer, chrome trim, and special graphics. Our featured car is a Jeep CJ7 Laredo, which has a host of new parts, including a recently rebuilt engine.
Exterior and Interior
The Jeep CJ7 Laredo’s exterior is characterized by added chrome and the “Laredo” graphics prominently displayed on either side of the car’s hood. It is painted black and features a matching black bikini top. The owner also reports that this off-roader comes with new doors. This CJ7 sits on aftermarket wheels from off-road wheel specialists Dick Cepek. The alloy wheels feature locking hubs and are wrapped in 33-inch mud terrain tires. Inside, you’ll find a black interior with individual highback seats for front-seat occupants and a rear bench. There’s even a Continental radio, which blends in perfectly with the aesthetic of this '80s off-road icon. There’s also a Jeep-branded three-spoke steering wheel up front and additional gauges for oil pressure and voltage. Being a Laredo model, this Jeep comes with a tachometer, while temperature and fuel gauges are housed as subdials inside an 85-mph speedometer.
Engine
Under the hood of this small off-roader is a powerplant that is anything but small. You’ll find a 4.2-liter inline-six engine, which was rated when new to output 98 hp and 193 lb-ft of torque. While the chassis has 140,000 miles on it, the owner reports that this 1980 Jeep CJ7’s engine was rebuilt under 7,000 miles ago. Power is sent to all four wheels via a manual transmission.
This 1982 Jeep CJ-7 represents the classic Jeep formula taken to an enthusiast level, combining vintage 4x4 character with a comprehensive off-road build. Showing approximately 4,831 miles since the build, this CJ-7 has been extensively upgraded with a reinforced and powder-coated frame, Mountain Off-Road Enterprises suspension components, upgraded axles, four-wheel disc brakes, and a strengthened drivetrain designed for serious trail use. Finished in white with a black interior, it features a Clifford Performance blueprinted 292ci inline-six, NV4500 5-speed manual transmission, Atlas transfer case, MasterCraft Baja RS suspension seats, and a long list of purpose-built improvements. With the current owner reporting approximately 4 inches of additional width over stock axles and only a few thousand miles since completion, this CJ-7 represents a highly customized interpretation of Jeep’s legendary open-air 4x4 platform.
The CJ-7 sits right in the sweet spot of classic Jeep history: compact, simple, unapologetically mechanical, and still built around the kind of body-on-frame 4x4 formula enthusiasts love. This 1986 Jeep CJ-7 Renegade takes that foundation and adds a long list of thoughtful upgrades, with the current owner reporting that the build took approximately two years to complete. Showing just 1,210 miles, it combines its classic Renegade identity with modernized fueling and ignition, a 5-speed manual transmission, a 2-inch suspension lift, a TDK frame, upgraded instrumentation, and a refreshed interior. Finished in Chevrolet Shark Gray with a black hard top, it has the rugged stance of a traditional CJ while bringing in just enough modern hardware to make it a particularly appealing enthusiast build.
The 1976 Jeep CJ-7 Renegade Levi’s Edition represents one of the most distinctive and collectible versions of Jeep’s classic CJ lineup, combining legendary off-road capability with a unique lifestyle-oriented appearance package. Introduced during Jeep’s transition toward a more refined recreational 4x4 market, the CJ-7 offered improved comfort and versatility while preserving the rugged mechanical character that made the CJ platform famous. The Levi’s Edition added a memorable touch with its denim-inspired interior appointments, creating a special-edition Jeep that stood apart from standard models. Showing approximately 2,507 miles, this example features a factory 304ci V8, TH400 3-speed automatic transmission, and Quadra-Trac 4WD system. Finished in Firecracker Red with a Levi’s Tan interior, it is equipped with a black removable hard top, original Levi’s Edition rear bench seat, black American Racing wheels, power steering, power brakes, and several practical upgrades. According to the current owner, the body tub retains its original paint and remains well preserved, making this CJ-7 a standout example of Jeep’s iconic open-air heritage.
This 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport 6x6 by SoFlo Customs is far removed from a standard Wrangler, having undergone an extensive six-wheel conversion that transforms the chassis, suspension, body, interior, and overall presence of the vehicle. Showing approximately 11,604 miles, it is finished in a custom White/Red two-tone Kevlar exterior over a custom Red interior and features SoFlo’s engineered 6x6 conversion with a stretched and reinforced frame, relocated factory rear axle, middle tandem axle, tandem pass-through axle with 5.13 gearing, custom driveshafts, and heavily revised suspension hardware. The build is further distinguished by 38-inch Patagonia tires, Fuel Assault wheels, a custom fiberglass top and bed, extensive LED lighting, Predator hood, Fab Fours front Grumper, Smittybilt winch, custom leather work, upgraded audio, and numerous off-road and drivability upgrades. It is a highly customized diesel Wrangler built with equal emphasis on visual impact, mechanical capability, and sheer presence.
The Jeep Gladiator Mojave is already one of the more enthusiast-focused versions of Jeep’s midsize pickup, but this 2023 Jeep Gladiator Mojave AMW 707 takes the formula into an entirely different category. Showing just 3,582 miles, this example features America’s Most Wanted 4x4’s AMW 707 turnkey conversion, pairing a 707-horsepower supercharged HEMI V8 with extensive driveline, axle, braking, steering, and suspension upgrades. The build goes well beyond added horsepower, with AMW 60- and 80-series axles, front and rear ARB air lockers, 4.88 gearing, an upgraded transfer case, cylinder-assist steering, an 8-piston brake package, and an AMW suspension system. Finished in Limited Edition Earl Clear-Coat and complemented by AMW-specific interior appointments and off-road hardware, this Gladiator combines serious trail equipment with the kind of V8 power that makes it just as interesting to performance enthusiasts.
The 1955 Willys Jeep CJ-5 represents the early civilian evolution of the wartime Jeep formula, retaining the compact dimensions, simple mechanicals, and go-anywhere character that made the platform famous. Showing 32,946 miles, this example is finished in Forest Green with a Black/Gray vinyl interior and features the classic open-top CJ configuration with removable doors, a fold-down windshield, and a rear cargo area with a drop-down tailgate. Its 134ci Hurricane F-head four-cylinder, 3-speed manual transmission, and dual-range 4WD system give it the straightforward, mechanical driving experience that defines an early CJ.
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