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2008 Jeep Wrangler 2 door X
dstanzini, 02/19/2014
2008 Jeep Wrangler X 2dr SUV 4WD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Must say I love this Jeep! I've had Jeeps my entire life from CJ 5's to now. This rides like a car. I've had no issues at all. Plenty of power, love the 6 speed stick, amazing turning radius. I must also say this; it get amazing gas mileage. I was certainly not expecting that. The last Jeep I had was a 2000 4 cylinder automatic and the best that got was about 18-19 MPG. This can get up to 24 on the highway, very surprising and unusual to get more than what the deal says. Maybe I just got a good one. But I am extremely pleased. Very fun to drive. I've only put about 60,000 on it so far as it is just a pleasure vehicle
Jeep Is Junk - 2008 Wrangler Sahara Unlimited 4x4 (automatic)
gumby1995, 01/02/2011
2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4dr SUV 4WD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
10 of 14 people found this review helpful
Bought 2008 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited new in 2008. Noticed right away absolutely no power during normal acceleration, to point of being dangerous. Had one incident where gas pedal stuck on hill on windy backroad. Was able to unstick pedal and break before losing control of jeep. At time thought maybe floor mat had gotten stuck, after reading reviews online, not so sure. At 40,000 miles dealer telling me power steering leaking - cost - over $1,000! Advised me during driving I could lose control and cause major accident. Sounds like death shudder others commented on in reviews. Also burning oil like crazy at 40,000 miles, dealer told me well, thats just normal for a jeep!
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Consumer Reports was correct
A, 09/18/2016
2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X 4dr SUV (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
10 of 14 people found this review helpful
I ignored the fact that consumer reports rated this year jeep the worst they have ever rated a car in all their years of testing. It burns oil from the day it was purchased. Tons of electrical problems. Crysler refused a recall even though this was a huge problem for many. Jeep engine is too small and can't get out of its way. As far as stability Google "death wobble ". You'll thank me.
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Don't buy this car
Jsami, 08/17/2010
2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X 4dr SUV (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought this car almost three years ago and it operated fine until four months ago. First the car developed a starting problem. I have taken the car in five times for this problem and they still have not fixed it. Then the car developed another problem this time all the cars alarms went off at the same time then the win shield washer turned on and then the transmission began to kick. Apparently according to my dealer the problem was caused by my car's radio which came with the car. Then my cars AC gave out when I took it to the dealer they kept the car for four days and said nothing was wrong. Then a few days later the AC broke down so I took it to the dealer and showed it to the manager.
3.8 engine problems
Tm, 10/31/2017
2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X 4dr SUV 4WD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Problems with 3.8 engine can be costly. Had to replace intake manifold gasket 3 times in 5 years. Dealer did it once. About $600 each time. At just over 100k developed clicking noise in lower part of engine. Dealer wanted $600 to pull oil pan to investigate. Seem to suggest selling to avoid costly repair or replacement of engine. Hinted at bearings. Online seen more of the same with the engine. Poor decision by Jeep to use that engine.
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