Funky 2007 Wrangler Unlimited Debuts

[srivendel]

Well, it ain't pretty, but it looks like it would be pretty kewl for serious off-roading with the family. I wonder if this will affect Toyota's FJ Cruiser sales....

S.

[rx7gslse]

odd.. but I like it!

[HudsonHawk]

I saw the new FJ at the autoshow. Its nice and utilitarian like a good off-road vehicle should be. But I have to admit I would prefere something like the 4 door Wrangler. It just looks better and I prefer a solid axle up front to IFS like the Toy has.

[Sharpie]

I like that better than the current unlimited and it better than the FJ cuz I can't get past that ugly C-piller. It'll be interested to see how this looks with half doors and a soft top. I agree solid front axle is the way to go.

[Treibenschnell]

It's a strange looking vehicle... but up until I see both this and the FJ in person, it's hard to tell which I like more.

[Ataim]

Thats all nice and all, but who is going to do some "real" four whelling in a 30k truck . NOT me I still miss my 79 FJ40 to this day .

And where is the winch gonna go?

[srivendel]

Thats all nice and all, but who is going to do some "real" four whelling in a 30k truck . NOT me I still miss my 79 FJ40 to this day .

And where is the winch gonna go?

Yeah, I'm sure it'll be a real dog off-road.

The highly capable underpinnings of Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X and Sahara models include an enhanced Dana 30 front axle and Dana 44 rear axle – each featuring larger pinion shafts, pinion bearings and axle joints for increased durability compared to its predecessor. Engineered to take on the most demanding trails, the all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon model features enhanced heavy-duty Dana 44 front and rear axles, which also feature larger pinion shafts, pinion bearings and axle joints.

Providing armor for the all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s underbody components are three skid plates – protecting the fuel tank, transfer case and automatic transmission oil pan. Two-wheel-drive Jeep Wrangler Unlimited models feature one skid plate to protect the fuel tank.

Four-wheel-drive Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X and Sahara models feature the second-generation Command-Trac® NV241, part-time, two-speed transfer case, featuring a 2.72:1 low-range gear ratio. An optional Trac-Lok® limited-slip rear differential provides extra torque and grip during low-traction situations.

The all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon model features an Off-Road Rock-Trac™ NV241 two-speed transfer case with a 4.0:1 low-range gear ratio, as well as electric front- and rear-axle lockers, Active Sway Bar System and 32-inch B.F. Goodrich Off-road tires.

S.

[POS Racing]

Yeah, I'm sure it'll be a real dog off-road.
S.

As long as that turkey is your not going to be able to get everywhere a classic short jeep can go.

[Treibenschnell]

...who is going to do some "real" four whelling in a 30k truck ...

You mean there are real, four wheel, capable trucks to be had for less than 30K?

[Ataim]

Not that I think that it will not be a capable off road truck, but rather who is going to offroad a 30k truck?

[srivendel]

A few more pics. This is the most interesting thing Jeep has released in a while...




S.

[HudsonHawk]

Not that I think that it will not be a capable off road truck, but rather who is going to offroad a 30k truck?

Me.

Before I knew better I had bought a 2001 4wd Dodge Durango ($34K). I took it off-raod all the time. Then I decided I needed something I was not afraid to beat on so I got an old CJ and traded the Durango in on a Ram.

[Treibenschnell]

Same here... I believe in the utility/purpose of the vehicle and would gladly put it to use!

[rx7gslse]

Sad that a basic truck like these now cost frikken 30k..

I saw the FJ up close at teh dealer and wans't real impressed... the thing is monsterous. IF this starts around teh same price (22-24ish) then maybe.. but not at 30k..

FWIW, they should have put the 4.7L in there

[srivendel]

Here it is with the half-doors. Looks much cooler... :afro:




S.

[HudsonHawk]

With the half doors it reminds me of the Old Jeepster Commando.

[Titus]

With the half doors it reminds me of the Old Jeepster Commando.

Yep... The first think it reminded me of was an old Jeepster that my parents had when I was a kid.

[srivendel]

I bet they sell the hell out of those things. Toyota should be eyeing this one very carefully. I'm sure there will be a big initial run on the FJ Cruiser, but I see something like this Wrangler Unlimited having real staying power in the market.

S.

[Treibenschnell]

Yep... The first think it reminded me of was an old Jeepster that my parents had when I was a kid.

Now that's neat!

[Sharpie]

Damn Titus your dad has had some COOL cars!

Those lights in the bumpers aren't going to last long out in the rocks.