Topic: How long do you see yourself owning your current Jeep?

[j33p3r]

I'll keep mine until I can afford a Vette, or just keep the Jeep... I dont know.  Or try to keep it and get a Vette.

I love my Jeep, my wife hates it.

[SMC4WD]

This was a great question/topic.

I have built my Jeep up fairly well and don't think I could get the deals, or labor to do it the same way again. (And would I do it the same way again).

I see old timers at the Jeep Trail Jamboree's, and they're driving their old Jeeps...  I guess I see myself doing the same.  In 10 years I'll be one of those old guys in a newer Jeep...  Cuz those CJ's and MB will still be rolling too.

I do think the difference is a daily driver compared to a recreational vehicle.

[dexetr30]

I bought the TJ as a permanent part of the family. It's staying with me for a while. If it breaks I'll keep fixing it. I just don't see myself getting rid of it for any reason. When I have the cash I may buy a 2003 Rubicon to go along with the TJ but I won't get rid of it. :wink:

[Tall Boy]

I'll keep mine. I will probably not trade mine ever, and I like it enough where I keep it in good shape. I personally may never be able to buy one ever again either, so I will keep it since I bought it brand new off of the Jeep dealer lot. This Jeep is too fun to get rid of, plus I was never happy till I bought this Jeep. It took me through college and work, and did not let me down so much I did not like it so. It is easy to work on too.
I do not like the new style wrangler except for the repositioned gas tank, nor do I like the YJ or CJ because of the leaf springs (personal preference).  I will probably just get a used american car for commuting in the future, or a Harley/Buell ?  

[hvac59]

I'll hang on to my LJ for long time. It's always in a state of something. Thinking about a D44 front end right now ! Just bought an XJ for a everyday car (DD). Plus, I can't stand the "SALT" here on the central east coast and it's prime salting time right now. So, I drive my XJ..................BTW, Wish I never sold my YJ :(
                                    hvac59

[Chad]

I'll keep mine until gas costs 4.50 a gallon i guess.  its tough keeping her gased up with the poor mileage she gets.  I love it but i won't be able to afford it if gas goes way up

[Win94]

Mine is a 2000 SE and has been paid off for 4 years now.  Its not goin anywhere anytime soon.

[lutzke21]

11 years and running, she's not going anywhere.  And if gas reaches 4.50 here, I'll cut the floor out and flintstone it.

[WillyGrubbs]

When I got my yj I lived 3 blocks from work and 3 miles from the beach. And I loved it. It was the best thing that ever happened to me. Now I face a dilemma. My boss transferred me 40 miles out of town and the jeep is my only ride. The 4 banger only goes 60 mph on the highway so it is a real pain for going to work now. I would like to keep it forever considering all the hours and $$$$ I have put into it. But if I cant get a boost in speed I will be forced to sell it for something that takes me to work a little faster.  What should I do?

[lanulos89]

buy a beater to drive  to work.

[jetcracker82]

I've had my yj for almost 2 years now but its been in my family for like 16 years.  It was my dad's and when he passed away in 05 I got it.  I love this car number 1 because I learned to drive on it and number 2 my dad drove it just about everyday he owned it.  So when I drive it I feel a little bit closer to the pop's  Sorry not trying to ge mushy, but my plan is to keep this yj so long that when I buy the farm my son or daughter can swear at it, beat the hell out of it, and love it as much as I do.

[KS98TJ]

I'm keeping it 'til the wheels fall off.  Then I'll rebuild it.

I'll keep it further until the doors fall off.  Then I'll rebuild it again...