Should I buy 20 year old Jeep?

jk0
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I have always admired the Jeep Cherokee, and actually had a test drive in a used one about twenty-five years ago. I did not like the automatic box, and forgot about it.


Recently I found a low mileage manual diesel, which is not in bad shape. I am wondering what problems to look for. I have looked at Youtube, but most of the videos are American and about petrol models.


Anyone had/have a diesel Cherokee? Would you buy one again?

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  • Roland_Sausage
    Roland_Sausage Posts: 723 Forumite
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    Buying any 20 year old car is asking for trouble if you ask me.
  • System
    System Posts: 178,093 Community Admin
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    Same trouble you'll find with any 20 year old motor - rust, worn out bushes, worn out mechanical components, tired interior...
  • Begsey
    Begsey Posts: 129 Forumite
    Bought plenty 15-20 year old cars over the last 10 years.
    Buy on condition, pay a realistic (cheap) price, and enjoy.
  • forgotmyname
    forgotmyname Posts: 32,550 Forumite
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    Diesel cherokee, the 2.5 diesel? You need to get it fully upto temperatire then find a long hill to climb and see if the temperature rises.

    If it does your in for some trouble.
    Censorship Reigns Supreme in Troll City...

  • Tokk
    Tokk Posts: 119 Forumite
    Begsey wrote: »
    Bought plenty 15-20 year old cars over the last 10 years.
    Buy on condition, pay a realistic (cheap) price, and enjoy.

    And don't get too attached, or be afraid to scrap it if/when it becomes a money pit.

    Most 15-20 year old cars will be bangernomics territory and should be treated as such - as you say, don't pay too much!
  • MEM62
    MEM62 Posts: 4,746 Forumite
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    Should I buy 20 year old Jeep?

    American cars are not famed for their build quality. If you want that particular model then go for it but don't pay much.
  • TomokoAdhami
    TomokoAdhami Posts: 154 Forumite
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    You need to check the oil to know about the maintenance of the engine. Need to see its metallic condition either sellers used much spray to hide dents etc. In my opinion, if it is in good condition and sells is not asking for much then you should buy it after a serious inspection and paperwork. Don't forget to check VIN.
  • jimbo6977
    jimbo6977 Posts: 1,226 Forumite
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    no

    you should buy the santana p10 series 3 landy that's for sale on autotrader.

    or the lwb isuzu tf crewcab.
  • Arklight
    Arklight Posts: 3,171 Forumite
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    Who wouldn't like a Jeep Grand Cherokee to drive with confidence and satisfaction?
  • Scrapit
    Scrapit Posts: 2,304 Forumite
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    Are there any roundabouts near you? If so then no.
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