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1973 Jeep Cj5 Base Sport Utility 2-door 5.0l on 2040-cars

Year:1973 Mileage:0 Color: Forest Green /
 Forest Green
Location:

Austin, Texas, United States

Austin, Texas, United States
Transmission:3 Speed
Engine:AMC 304 V8
Body Type:Sport Utility
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Owner
VIN: J3F835TH51997 Year: 1973
Exterior Color: Forest Green
Make: Jeep
Interior Color: Forest Green
Model: CJ
Number of Cylinders: 8
Trim: cj5
Drive Type: 4WD
Mileage: 0
Sub Model: CJ5
Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"Dash gauges do not work along with front headlights and windshield wipers. Ventilating/heating control unit disabled along with parking brake lever. Passenger's under seat storage lid unhinged."

Classic unmolested 1973 CJ-5. 3 speed transmission with original AMC 304 V8. The body is in fantastic condition inside and out with no dents or bondo.(rear right 3/4 panel was replaced by previous owner) Very minor surface rust in the back bed as pictured. This was a restoration project that I seem to never have time for and now need a long distance vehicle that can go over 75 mph comfortably (this 40 year old CJ wont cut it as a daily HWY driver). My loss your gain as you can see in one of the pics, nearly $5,000.00 was spent on maintaining and upgrading this beauty since late 2012. The work done on it is as follows : Alternator, regulator assembly, belts, seals, tie rods, break lines, U joints, Clutch kit, pitman arm, batteries and Power steering unit installed.


This very original Jeep as you can see is in excellent all around shape. All 5 matching original wheels with hard to find 60/40 front seats that are in great shape.
 Starts right up with the V8 roaring strong.  No mechanical issues with steering, braking, shifting, 4WD, etc..

There are some things that I have not fixed like windshield wipers (sometimes they work,sometimes they don't). Front headlights don't work as of recent nor do the  gauges..which BTW I am including a new unused speedometer in the sale along with oil & volt gauges. Parking brake lever is not connected and the passenger under seat storage lid hinges need to be replaced. The Dash heating/ventilating control unit is disconnected and a replacement unit (not the cables) is included in the sale along with a grab bar, original V8 emblems & original dash lighter. Original manuals, inspection report and receipts are also included. These are minor things but I felt I should mention them.
This CJ is unique and full of character unlike all the new jeeps out there, This baby is ready to be experienced On and Off road ! 

The Jeep is located in Austin, TX so if you are in the area you are more than welcome to come check it out for yourself. 
Any questions if you have them, feel free to contact me. As of today the Jeep is also listed local so I reserve the right to end auction early. I will entertain offers within reason. 
The vehicle is listed and sold as-is and all sales are final. Winner is responsible for all shipment fees and services.

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