1988 Jeep Grand Wagoneer With Major Upgrades
Vehicle Description
1988 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
The iconic luxury SUV that started it all.This Waggy is a smile inducing head-turner that is packed with cool features and added value.It is ready for a new owner who wants to take advantage of about $25,000 in restoration work.
Let’s start with the interior.
INTERIOR
- All new leather seats.High quality soft leather that is in perfect condition. ($3200)
- All new carpet($800)
- New headliner ($1250)
- Last but not least… the STEREO.An Alpine stereo, digital screen, with Bluetooth, CarPlay, 8 speakers (including amazing subwoofer in custom enclosure) and a reverse camera.($4,500)
- High quality ceramic window tint that keeps the car cool ($750)
EXTERIOR
- It was repainted in 2019 by the previous owner.It looks good— but it is not the original burgundy color.
- The “wood panels” were recently replaced and are in great shape.
- The tires have plenty of tread
- There are one or two minor dings, but no paint loss or chips
MECHANICAL
- Differential overhaul at 122K miles
- Brake shoes at 122K miles
- New wheels cylinders and seals at 122K miles
- New fuel pump at 124K miles
- Transmission at 117K miles ($4147)
- New long block at 117K ($5845.)
- Brake pads and rotors at 131K
- New battery in 5/25
MY NOTES
- All power windows work, including the rear.
- Power door locks work
- All lights and turn signals work
- Starts fine, even after sitting for a few months (thanks to fuel injection)
- Drives straight
- Brakes straight
- Turns smooth
- Power seats work
- Power rear window works
- Horn works
- All instrumentation panel gauges and lights work
- Interior lighting works
- It has the two fog lights ( I have not tested them)
KNOW ISSUES
I bought the Wagoneer in 2021 on eBay to be a vehicle I drive at my vacation home, where I spend 10 to 15 days a year.The previous owner replaced the old carburetor with a fuel injection (which makes it more reliable and easier to start), however, I could not register it in Nevada without doing a lot of paper work, which I never had time to do. Other than an occasional trip around the neighborhood, it sat in the garage. It took me until January of 2025 to finally find the time to get it smogged and registered in Nevada.
The car has been driven about 25 miles during the past 4 years.So, many of the seals (what I replaced in 2021) probably need to be replaced again as it leaks oil.
The air conditioning blows hard, just is not getting very cold.It worked well in 2021.Probably just needs to be charged.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Please buy this knowing that it is not a show car (yet).It is a 37 year old, classic American car that has been mostly ignored for the last 4 years.It may have more issues than I can spot.It is being sold is.
I would love to keep it, but it needs to be driven more than 3 or 4 times a year—especially in the Vegas climate, which I cannot do.
The truck is currently garaged in Las Vegas (near Sahara and Valley View).I can arrange to have a friend or neighbor show you it (I am in Texas).
I will be glad to work with the shipper of your choice.
I will do my best to answer questions.While I have had four Wagoneers and know a little, I am not a mechanic.
I need this sold, so it will be a no reserve auction. Payment must be received within 3 business days.
