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1985 Jeep Cj7 Original - 4.2, T-176, Whitco Top, Laredo Wheels on 2040-cars

Year:1985 Mileage:334100
Location:

McKinney, Texas, United States

McKinney, Texas, United States

Original 1985 Jeep CJ-7, 4.2 six cylinder, power steering, T-176 four speed transmission. Licensed and inspected in TX. Olympic white paint, almond vinyl seats (6BA code) 

New Parts:  Windshield glass, glass seal, windshield wipers, bikini top, heater core, defrost duct, fuel tank, fuel fill vent hose, fuel sending unit, fuel pump, carburetor, O2 sensor, spark plugs, belts, hoses, vacuum lines, alternator (reman), headlight switch, turn signal switch, reverse light switch, horn relay, temp sending unit, turn signal lenses, mirror arms, front and rear shackle bushings, clutch linkage, motor/transmission mounts and misc bulbs. 

Drivetrain:  Stock engine, transmission, axles and suspension.  Engine runs and starts great, no idle issues. Computer engine control is connected.  Manifold has been replaced at some point with an aftermarket unit.  Has plastic valve cover which does leak slightly.  One pulse air tube is missing and port on exhaust has been welded closed.  Solid exhaust with catalytic converter.  
Transmission shifts fine but does have gear whine in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd gear. Michelin 30x9.5x15 LTX radials mounted on 15x7 factory chrome wheels with center caps.  Older tires but great tread.  Spare is an aftermarket rim with a 235x75x15 Michelin tire. Axle code D - 2:73 gear ratio. Minor play in steering.

Body/Frame:  Original steel body.  Inside of tub has been repainted and does not completely match the original color.  Windshield frame is excellent rust free, but does have extra holes drilled in the topside for different top.  Floors are original steel but do have some pitting.  Minor rust through near the roll bar floor mount on both driver and passenger sides.  Small patches were applied at some point on both sides, inside rear fender.  See pictures for details.  Front fenders have been repainted and several areas have been retouched on the hood and sides.  Passenger side fender has several small bubbles in the paint.  Driver side a-pillar and passenger side b-piller have a quarter size rust spot as-well.  No bondo that I am aware of.  Bottom of grill and corner of hood has been sanded with aggressive sandpaper and sprayed with touch up paint.  Dash has been cut for a larger radio but is covered with a metal gauge cover and radio delete plate.  Original two post radio could be installed or larger radio by removing the cover.  No speakers or radio.  Frame is excellent condition, dirty from years of use. No rot anywhere. 

Top/Interior:  OEM Whitco frame with a Bestop replacement top skin.  Windows are clear, however, the driver window zipper will not open.  Also, a mouse chewed three holes behind the windshield frame.  See pictures for details. High back, CJ embossed, almond color, vinyl seats.  Several cracks in base cushion.  Driver seat frame has been repaired.  Black dash pad has several cracks from age.    

Repairs/Needed:  Back lighting on oil pressure and volt gauge is inop.  No rear seat or console.  Missing knob on turn signal lever.  Minor oil leaks from valve cover, t-case and rear axle. 

I am currently using as a run-about, but wife says it can't stay in the driveway.  Solid original 29 year old Jeep and drives like a vehicle of this vintage.  Call, text or e-mail with any questions 818-235-7102  No reserve.  $500 deposit required at the end of the auction.  Remainder of funds via bank transfer.  Sold as-is.  I will assist loading with your arranged transport company.

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