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Used 2004 Jeep Wrangler Consumer Reviews

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2.13 out of 5 stars

Could be soooo good, if Daimler cared...

Motoman, 02/03/2004
2004 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4WD 2dr Convertible SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I use this Jeep as intended. I tow, regularly go off roading and drive the wheels off the thing. The build quality is awfull! I have had problems with the water pump, several vacuum hoses, the steering, the transmission, the stereo/subwoofer,and the wiper motor. The dealers can't really fix the stuff because the replacement assemblies are the same poor quality units the Wrangler is built with. The finish on the body, hatch hinges, wheels is not durable at all. The fuel economy is poor for a small SUV. Never better than 16 mpg. With all this time the manufacturer has had to develop this vehicle, you still need the aftermarket to make it right.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

You get it all in the Rubicon

DAC, 03/13/2005
2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4WD 2dr Convertible SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I traded a Wrangler Sport for my Rubicon. I found that the Rubicon would go where the Sport would only try to go ...without adding a lift, tires, and lockers. This Rubicon is simply a better stock Jeep. It has the same great features as the Sport such as the covertible top, ease in parking, and fun driving. In addition, I found that it will go off- road where the Sport could only dream of going with the Rubicon's stock front and rear lockers, 16' wheel set, and the additional lift to accomodate the 31' wheels. This Rubicon is truly the Jeep that I would expect all Jeeps to be.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Rubi Red is Fun... a great Jeep

vwnb99, 02/19/2005
2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4WD 2dr Convertible SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The Jeep is a blast. Rides much better than my 1990 SE. I am happy with the purchase, use it mostly to go to and from work (live in the country) and off road now and then. The ride is a bit jittery on secondary roads and require me to hold onto the wheel tight. The driving position is very uncomfortable. My left arm gets tired holding the wheel and I feel boxed in with the door right on my shoulder. The loop door handle is useless. The gas mileage is horrible (14.36 average), the 5 speed shifts like a old farm tractor. In 2nd to 3rd gear the motor is guttless. The 7 speaker stereo system is poor. But even with all these little annoyances, the RUBI is a blast to drive.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Great Multupurpose Vehicle

DAC, 01/15/2005
2004 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4WD 2dr Convertible SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have owned other Jeeps but this was my first Wrangler. I promised my wife a convertible some day and she loves the Jeep. Great purchase. It is not the most comfortable ride for long highway drives but it is acceptable. It is hard to get the kids in their car seats. The fuel economy is not what it should be based upon existing technology. IT IS a fun vehicle, and a great short distance commuter. It handles the back roads and off-roads with equal ability. If you're afraid to get a scratch on it buy a Lexus and stay on the highway. IF you want a ride for bad weather, hunting conditions, and off-roading recreation...the Wrangler is a good fit.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Outstanding

Roger, 11/14/2006
2004 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4WD 2dr Convertible SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The Wrangler is a great vehicle that can go places one never thought a vehicle could go. Up hill, over rocks and through rivers. Very tough and dependable.

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