Jeep’s CJ series led to what we know and love as the Jeep Wrangler today. Yes, one of Jeep’s most iconic models owes its existence to a model that debuted in 1944, and saw more than 1.5 million examples made until 1986. When World War II was coming to a conclusion, Willys-Overland knew that the market for their military Jeep would soon dry up. So, what they did was to adapt it for civilian use, particularly agricultural purposes. They realized that this would mean a fair bit of strengthening the drivetrain and some practical considerations. After all, unlike a battlefield Jeep with a lifespan of months, a civilian Jeep would work hard in the fields for years on end. The CJ series first debuted for public consumption with the CJ-2A or Universal Jeep. Throughout the years, the series progressed and we got the CJ-8 in 1981. Made until 1986, it sported a longer wheelbase and gained the name of Scrambler. Today, here’s a 1981 Jeep CJ-8 Scrambler for sale in Steamboat Springs, Colorado with 12,304 miles to its name. It’s a great classic off-roader to pick up, and, more importantly, one that can still get its wheels dirty if needed.
This 1981 Jeep CJ-8 Scrambler looks amazing with its bright red paint job, removable doors, removable soft top and fold-down windshield. Many of these features are present on today’s Wrangler as well, offering the driver and passengers a truly awesome open-air experience when off-roading. This classic off-roader also comes with the right shoes on its white wheels; a set of Goodyear Wrangler AT/S tires. The interior – if you can call it that – of this 1981 Jeep CJ-8 Scrambler features gray seating for up to four adults. It’s a sparse interior as you’d expect, but the addition of a modern Kenwood radio with Bluetooth and USB ensures that you can listen to some music while mud-plugging.
Powering this 1981 Jeep CJ-8 Scrambler is a time-tested 4.2-liter naturally aspirated in-line six-cylinder engine, mated with a 4-speed manual gearbox. The vehicle features a Dana 300 part-time 4WD transfer case. Braking is handled by front discs and rear drums, ensuring that you can safely drive around town too.
Without a doubt, the Jeep CJ is one of the most revered and beloved American brands out there, especially the older models. It was the first commercial version of the military vehicle that served the US Army. The acronym CJ stands for “Civilian Jeep.” Off-road enthusiasts loved these vehicles due to their adaptability and the wide range of aftermarket services they delivered. The CJ-8 that saw the light of day in 1981 was officially named “Scrambler.” It is believed that this model's name was derived from the approach in which a Jeep and a pickup truck were combined, or scrambled together. These are rare to come by, but we have this stunning example of a 1985 Jeep CJ-8 Scrambler with over 309k miles on it. Situated in Terrebonne, Oregon, this trailblazer is a well-maintained vehicle that is waiting to be yours.
Jeep’s CJ series led to what we know and love as the Jeep Wrangler today. Yes, one of Jeep’s most iconic models owes its existence to a model that debuted in 1944, and saw more than 1.5 million examples made until 1986. When World War II was coming to a conclusion, Willys-Overland knew that the market for their military Jeep would soon dry up. So, what they did was to adapt it for civilian use, particularly agricultural purposes. They realized that this would mean a fair bit of strengthening the drivetrain and some practical considerations. After all, unlike a battlefield Jeep with a lifespan of months, a civilian Jeep would work hard in the fields for years on end. The CJ series first debuted for public consumption with the CJ-2A or Universal Jeep. Throughout the years, the series progressed and we got the CJ-8 in 1981. Made until 1986, it sported a longer wheelbase and gained the name of Scrambler. Today, here’s a 1981 Jeep CJ-8 Scrambler for sale in Steamboat Springs, Colorado with 12,304 miles to its name. It’s a great classic off-roader to pick up, and, more importantly, one that can still get its wheels dirty if needed.
The Jeep CJ series is well-regarded, since it’s the first civilian product from this prolific American automaker since the famous World War II military Jeep. In fact, CJ stands for Civilian Jeep. The CJ series came about in 1944, and went through CJ-1, CJ-2, etc. The last of the series was the CJ-10A, which bowed out in 1986, to make way for the Jeep Wrangler. Along the way, the CJ-8 would emerge in 1981, as a long-wheelbase variant of the CJ-7. This particular 1982 Jeep CJ-8 Scrambler is up for sale with 120,000 miles on the clock, but was reportedly professionally restored and rebuilt approximately 10-12 years ago. It’s also got plenty of interesting features that we’d love to tell you about.
Are you the sort of person who prefers a classic off-roader rather than a car? Do you want your classic off-roader to have real off-roading chops, a fine legacy of dependability and come from a well-known American brand? If so, this 1958 Jeep CJ-5 is perfect. Hailing from the illustrious Jeep CJ – that’s Civilian Jeep – legacy, the CJ was created shortly after World War II ended. Willys-Overland, the ones behind the popular Military Jeep knew that without war, their main customer wouldn’t be buying nearly as many vehicles from them. So, they switched gears and made the Jeep CJ, a tough, no-nonsense off-roader aimed at farmers and tradespersons who needed a simple vehicle with guts and four-wheel drive. This vehicle comes from the CJ-5 era which ran between 1954 and 1983. With its naturally aspirated V6, manual gearbox and aftermarket exhaust system, this 1958 Jeep CJ-5 has only done 167 miles since its thorough makeover.
Jeep’s CJ series was born out of the need to keep in business. Willys-Overland knew that since World War II was ending, so would their lucrative military contract for Jeeps. So, they created the Civilian Jeep – CJ, get it? It was meant for usage that was even tougher than a battlefield. This meant use at the hands of farmers, construction workers, manufacturing facility operators and other harsh environments, for years on end, with minimal maintenance and often driven hard too. The CJ was made across several iterations from 1944 to 1986 before giving rise to a familiar name – Wrangler. Yes, the Jeep Wrangler can directly trace its lineage to the CJ series, and the resemblance is uncanny too. Here, we have a 1986 Jeep CJ-7 for sale from Henderson, Nevada. This fine machine comes with the 304ci AMC V8, a reupholstered interior and a decent 104,953 miles on the odometer.
The Jeep Wrangler is one of just two vehicles available today that allow you to remove the doors and roof for the ultimate open-air experience. You can imagine the engineering that goes into enabling such a feat, and most manufacturers simply don’t bother. But Jeep can’t do that, and you know why? Because since the mid-1940s, they’ve been outfitting enterprising Americans with tough, go-anywhere, do-anything off-roaders. The Wrangler, in fact, can directly trace its lineage to the Jeep CJ series. Today’s 2019 Jeep Wrangler comes from the current JL series and packs a punchy Pentastar V6 under its rather sizable hood. That’s not all, with its automatic gearbox, Fox Racing steering stabilizer and 10,000-pound Warn winch, it’s ready to hit the trails with gusto. Oh, and it can also be your faithful, dependable and comfortable family cruiser too. If you want to get your hands on this sub 50,000-mile machine from Delta, Colorado, talk to us right now.
The famous Ford F-Series was born in 1948, as America was emerging into a post-war world of promise and prosperity. Now in the fourteenth generation, the F-Series has got to be the world’s longest-running truck series, if not one of the longest. Today, the F-150 is the most popular variant as the half-tonner, but if we look at the first generation, the range simply started with the F-1 as the half-ton variant. That’s what we have here, a 1950 Ford F-1 Restomod from Groveport, Ohio. It’s received a thorough makeover with a 350ci V8 under the hood, an automatic gearbox, a converted 12-volt electrical system and more. If you want to own a classic Ford truck that you can actually enjoy driving, this 78,000-mile machine is your best option.
This 1942 Chevrolet 3100 pickup presents a classic pre-war truck aesthetic paired with thoughtful mechanical updates for improved drivability. Finished in an attractive two-tone cream and brown exterior, this truck blends vintage character with modern usability, making it suitable for casual cruising, local shows, or weekend use. While retaining its traditional proportions and styling, this example has been upgraded beneath the surface to better accommodate contemporary driving conditions.
The SUV market today is flooded with new entrants each quarter; however, the true essence of an SUV has been lost in the quest to cram in technology and comfort. Throw it back to the good old days of SUVs, when machines like the Ford Bronco and Chevrolet K5 Blazer set the tone with rugged off-road performance, practicality, and comfort for the entire family. Present today is an American hero, and it takes shape with this 1974 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Cheyenne. With a reported 60,000 miles on its clock, this classic SUV is a machine that motivates you to hit the off-road trail in style and is a looker from every angle.
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