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RetiredArmy, 06/01/2009
1990 Jeep Wrangler S 2dr SUV 4WD
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
Owned since new, primary vehicle for first year, then wised up and used as second or third ever since, where it excels as convertible, off-roader, tow vehicle, winter driver, grocery getter; fun, practical, economical to operate and easy to maintain. 17- 20mpg with 5sp/2.5L, stock. Just don't ask it to carry more than two adults, spend hours on the highway or keep you cool in the heat (though its warm enough in the winter). Took it to Turkey & Germany, was right vehicle for first country, wrong for second. Next time will buy hardtop w/AC and get the softtop later.
Only automobile I ever loved
ADO, 03/11/2006
1990 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 2dr SUV 4WD
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Have owned it for all 16 years of its life. Mechanical troubles early on were covered by Chrysler warranty. Most of the kinks worked out by 5 years or so.
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Bulletproof construction, fun to drive
Buddy Ochoa, 08/28/2008
1990 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV 4WD
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I haven't had this for long. It's very simple. No power steering, ABS, AC, or anything extra except the aftermarket pioneer radio. Off roads nice and has great ground clearance even with stock sized tires and no lift. Always starts up and is ready to go.
Battling the SUV crash image
rick90yj , 12/22/2002
1990 Jeep Wrangler Islander 2dr SUV 4WD
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
When I bought it, it had 89,000 miles on it, and I've put 60,000 miles on this vehicle since then, and the reliability is excellent. I've replaced the carb with an Autolite carb, and lifted it, but otherwise it's factory stock. I have no problems with the supposed problems with SUV rollover. It corners great.
Easy Manuverbilty
Parrish's Auto Upholstery, 01/22/2018
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1990 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV 4WD
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
easy to manuver good go getter and errand running
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Bulletproof Car!
Ryan85, 12/28/2005
1990 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV 4WD
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have my YJ lifted 5 1/2" on 33's and love it more than any car I've owned. I have owned over 17 in my lifetime. I drive this car very hard and take it on difficult offroad trails. This is also my daily driver, vacation vehicle and commuter to work. Keep in mind when buying that this is not a smooth driving car, not showy on the interior, but will last you along time and is very easy and cheap to repair. I rock climb, mud bogg, trail ride and drive it on the beach. This is an excellent vehicle.
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paul.jung, 01/11/2003
1990 Jeep Wrangler Laredo 2dr SUV 4WD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this jeep with 60,000 miles on it,after one month I had to replace all the U-joints,timing chain,rear main seal.After trying to tweak the bbd carb ,I gave up and got a weber that was the best upgrade I made now it gets about 12miles to the gal.and good performance.
behind the music: the jeep wrangler
AuBree, 10/07/2002
1990 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV 4WD
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
This car is amazing, it has been so much for my friends and I that I am really reluctant to sell it. I love this car and it has always been really good to me. Anyone who owns this car will be blessed with really amazing road trips, even trips to the gas station will seem memorable.
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Gryphon627, 10/17/2002
1990 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV 4WD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The 1990 Jeep Wrangler: you either love it or hate it. It should not be mistaken as civil or even practical. Everything about this vehicle is very stark and raw, from the trademark styling, to the spartan interior, flimsy tedious-to-install soft top, and stiff suspension setup. This vehicle is built for aggressive off-road performance, not for handling and everyday tooling around. What makes it appealling is its honest, hard-working image, its macho mystique and heritage, and yes, it will go anywhere...within reason. I recommend this vehicle to people looking for a fun 2nd car to tackle the trails or just to putz around with the top off on a sunny day.
Will run forever and always gets you home
Jeepster88, 06/15/2006
1990 Jeep Wrangler S 2dr SUV 4WD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my Jeep with 124,000 on it and have done a lot of driving in 23,000 miles; now it reads nearly 150k but still purrs along like new. I lifted mine 6" on 33" Xterrains and have jumped it, swamped it, flooded it, and she still runs great if you change the oil.
This is my dream car
apzak, 05/25/2004
1990 Jeep Wrangler S 2dr SUV 4WD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Ever since I got my Wrangler I enjoyed it. Working on it has been very easy, very cheap, and educational. It never left me stranded. For 127,000 miles and a 1990 I'm very impressed with reliability. Thing are holding up very good, and build quality is greater than the previous japanese sports car I drove. That Japanese car had so many rattles and was 8 years newer than my Jeep with 1/4 the miles. I wouldn't change anything about this car. Well, maybe lockers, lift and bigger tires but if it was built perfect from the factory your couldn't have fun working on it and building it the way you want.
The way a Jeep ought to be
A Real Jeep, 08/16/2007
1990 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV 4WD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Remember when you got a Jeep because the bumpy ride was part of the reason to own one. Well this is that Jeep. If you ever had a buddy that had an old army Jeep and can remember driving through fields and bouncing around then this Jeep will take you right back to those days. They are just short of a small tank. Mine has all the aftermarket stuff and I don't know if there is much out there that would really hurt it. Trees, brush, even a deer (oh how I hate it when they do jump out in front of ya.) But hey it will hit it and you never feel anything but the bump.
Won't Burn a Drop of Oil
cropear, 11/24/2003
1990 Jeep Wrangler S 2dr SUV 4WD
2 of 7 people found this review helpful
Had Jeep Since 1994. No Problems at all. Interior is starting to break down due to UV rays and temprature extremes. But starts up every morning.
Kinda Bummed
SargentWoody, 06/11/2004
1990 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 2dr SUV 4WD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought with high extectations, motor has good compression, but no one can seem to get it to stop stalling. It has the webber carb, but still has hoses running everywhere! 4WD doesn't engage due to problems from the vacuum actuated front axle. Engine vibrates very hard, and compared to the fuel injected 4 cylinder, my 6 cylinder is the bigger dog of the two. ARGH!!! I think I will be more patient and look harder for a 4.0 FI equipped wrangler next time.
Amazing
Cj, 03/19/2018
1990 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV 4WD
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Was really nice,comfortable,stylish and reliable
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"Almost New", 29 year old!
"Almost New" 29 Year Old, 10/13/2019
1990 Jeep Wrangler Laredo 2dr SUV 4WD
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Honest 40,138 miles. Laredo, Bright Red, Full padded roll bar, Grey hard top, full soft top (never installed), P/S, P/B, Tilt Wheel, A/C, 4.2L, New 2" Exhaust System from manifold back, 255/70R18 Oversize Tires on Jeep Alum Rims and rarely used 4-way Myers Plow with plastic blade insert.
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