1986 Jeep CJ-7 Renegade

4.2L Naturally Aspirated I6 | 5-Speed Manual | Holley HyperSpark Ignition System

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260863598

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
1JCCF87E6GT071318
Lot Number:
260863598
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
1,210 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
4.2L Naturally Aspirated I6
Drive Type:
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Shark Gray
Interior Color:
Gray
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Illinois
  • 1986 Jeep CJ-7 Renegade
  • 4.2L Naturally Aspirated I6
  • Holley Sniper Electronic Fuel Injection
  • 5-Speed Manual
  • 4WD
  • Chevrolet Shark Gray Exterior
  • Gray Interior
  • Black Hard Top
  • Holley HyperSpark Ignition System
  • 2" Suspension Lift
  • TDK Frame
  • Aftermarket Wheels
  • Front Disc Brakes & Rear Drum Brakes
  • Speedhut Gauges
  • BedRug Interior Carpeting
  • Reupholstered Interior

Overview of 1986 Jeep CJ-7 Renegade For Sale by Owner

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.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior of this 1986 Jeep CJ-7 Renegade is finished in Chevrolet Shark Gray, giving the boxy CJ bodywork a clean, modernized appearance while still letting the classic proportions do the talking. A black hard top adds contrast and keeps the Jeep ready for more enclosed driving, while aftermarket wheels and a 2-inch suspension lift give it additional stance and ground clearance. Underneath, the TDK frame is a particularly meaningful component for a CJ build, providing a substantial foundation beneath the body. Up front are disc brakes, while the rear retains a drum-brake setup. The interior of this 1986 Jeep CJ-7 Renegade is finished in gray and has been reupholstered, giving the cabin a refreshed appearance without taking away from the straightforward, utilitarian character that defines a CJ. BedRug interior carpeting adds a more finished surface throughout the cabin, while Speedhut gauges replace the traditional instrumentation with a cleaner, updated display. The result is still unmistakably old-school Jeep, but with several well-chosen upgrades that make the cockpit feel more complete and purpose-built.

Engine

Under the hood of this 1986 Jeep CJ-7 Renegade is a 4.2L naturally aspirated inline-six, now upgraded with Holley Sniper electronic fuel injection and a Holley HyperSpark ignition system. Those additions bring modern fuel and spark control to Jeep’s classic six-cylinder powerplant while preserving the character of the original engine layout. Power is sent through a 5-speed manual transmission to a four-wheel-drive system, giving this CJ the involvement enthusiasts expect from a traditional Jeep. Between the manual gearbox, lifted stance, upgraded frame, and modernized engine management, this CJ-7 has been built around the kind of mechanical simplicity and hands-on driving experience that continues to make these Jeeps so desirable.

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1982 Jeep CJ-7

Current Ask
$34,999

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.

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Passenger side photo of 1986 Jeep CJ-7

1986 Jeep CJ-7 Renegade

Current Ask
SOLD

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.

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Current Ask
SOLD

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Current Ask
$36,000

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Current Ask
$71,000

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Current Ask
$34,999

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Current Ask
$27,500

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Current Ask
$54,999

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Current Ask
$31,500

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