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1985 Jeep Cj7 Renegade Hardtop 4x4 79k Mi 6cyl 5spd No Reserve on 2040-cars

Year:1985 Mileage:79050 Color: with Renegade Striping
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1985 Jeep CJ7 Renegade 79k Original Miles

This Jeep CJ7 is a beautiful classic that gets a lot of attention when driving around town.  Yesterday I drove it to the mountains twice, once without the hardtop and once with it.  The Jeep drives great, no vibrations or shimmy and has no problems keeping up with traffic in town, on the highway or in the mountains. 

Engine:
258 4.2L 6cylinder motor that runs great, is very peppy and runs good.  Overall the motor runs great, I don't notice any leaks on the ground after driving and it does not smoke.  The carburetor needs some adjustment.  When driving the rpms are a little high at stop signs almost as if the choke is not opening.  The Valve cover gasket has the classic leak and the exhaust muffler/tail pipe could use replacing.

Transmission/Transfer Case:
5spd T5 Manual Transmission that shifts perfect, no play in the transmission and no grinding or crunching.  The Clutch is very tight and does not slip.  The transfer case shifts easily in and out of 4x4.  It is a Dana 300. 

Drivetrain/suspension:
The Jeep drives excellent and has that soft tight stock suspension.  There aren't any loud clunks or noises, it is very smooth.  The drivetrain and suspension are completely stock.  The power steering is super sensitive and the power brakes stop the jeep easily. 

Interior Controls/Switches:
Everything in the interior works including the gauges, speedometer, odometer, wipers, blinkers, horn, cig lighter and heater.  The heater cranks and blows hot.

Paint/Body/Rust:
The paint is Garnet Red Exterior with Renegade Striping.  It appears that at one point it had been resprayed and the renegade decals were not installed at that point. The front driver fender needs fixing or replacement.  The paint is beautiful and very reflective, shiny and lots of luster.  The front grill/fenders and windshield frame have many sand chips.  The body has rust spots on both rear quarters, both are a little larger then a silver dollar and there are a couple small blister spots under the decals.  The body mounts are all very solid and not rusted thru.  Overall very clean, the rear of the jeep does not show any rust near the tailgate or body mounts.

Interior:
The interior is beautiful, the Garnet Red interior is in excellent shape.  The seats are incredibly clean and do not have any significant rips, tears or seem separations.  The rear seat on the top has some small cuts.  The carpet is in excellent condition, very clean without any stains or rips/tears.  The drivers side floor under the carpet is rusted thru and will need to be cut out and a new floor installed or covered up.  The interior paint is in great condition otherwise.  The dash pad does have a few cuts in it too.  The radio works and has the stock speakers behind the dash.

Hardtop/Doors:
The black hardtop has not been refinished and is the original.  It is in great shape and could use a fresh coat of paint at some point.  The doors do not have any rust, the windows roll up and down very easily and the locks work from the inside.  Unfortunately I do not have a key for the doors, it disappeared.  The wing windows open and close with ease and the seal tight.  

Overall:
This is a beautiful Jeep and ready to go.  With a little bit of TLC you could have a rare classic to enjoy for many years to come.  The CJ7 is used and 29 years old it may have blemishes I didn't capture on my camera.  I do my best to illustrate the condition, I may have missed something so be sure to ask all questions you have prior to bidding or winning the Jeep.  The Jeep is being sold as is, where is, without warranty or guarantees.  I am not required for your state emission or safety inspections including Colorado.

Shipping:
If you are out of state and need to have this Jeep shipped, call M&E Auto Transport #606-354-3643.  Michael is great to work with and offers competitive pricing, quick pickup and delivery.  He has helped me on a couple cars I have bought as well as sold and shipped.

Conclusion:
A $500 non refundable deposit is due within 24 hours of the conclusion of the auction via paypal.  All sales are final.  The final payment must be received within 7 days of auction end time.  Payment options include cash upon pickup, Electronic Bank Transfer or Wire Transfer.  I have sold multiple cars on ebay and can provide references if necessary.  I reserve the right to remove the auction at anytime as this Jeep is listed for sale locally as well.

If you have any questions or would like to buy this Jeep before someone else, please feel free to calling or texting me anytime - #720-295-3372

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