For the past 3-4 years I've been dreaming of a new JL. Since the first spy shots started to hit the internet I was sure that was my next Jeep. I never really liked the JK. I always thought they were ugly and things like the fenders and grill in particular just didn't look right. The JL fixed all the aesthetic problems of the JK and then made the suspension and drivetrain even better. I was sold on the JL. Several months ago I was finding JLURs for just under $40,000 and I was sure within a year I would be able to pick one up for under $40k with all the features I wanted. Then the chip shortage and consequences of the Covid lock downs hit the market. Suddenly that Jeep that was $40,000 was now listing for $46,000+. Things suddenly got too rich for me since I was really hoping to be closer to $35,000. Then a couple weeks ago along came this 2013 10th Anniversary JK with 60k miles for $36,000. Suddenly I found myself very intersted in a JK. Shortly after making a telephone offer under $35k I found myself driving to the dealership to pickup a new JK. I still prefer the JL with the 8 speed auto and the ability to run 35s with no lift, but I think a 3.5" lift and 35s will dress up this JK nicely.
The plan is AEV 3.5 lift with 35" tires. I'm currently undecided between the AEV tire carrier and the Teraflex carrier. I'm also undecided between black or Onyx Pintlers or saving a little cash and getting the Quadratec Morphic wheels. Let me know your thoughts and opinions on wheels and tire carrers or any comments in general on my new Jeep. Did I do OK or will I regret not waiting for a JL?
Oh... for those who recognize my name from the TJ site. I still have my 2005 LJ Rubihara. I'll be keeping that Jeep a long time.
The plan is AEV 3.5 lift with 35" tires. I'm currently undecided between the AEV tire carrier and the Teraflex carrier. I'm also undecided between black or Onyx Pintlers or saving a little cash and getting the Quadratec Morphic wheels. Let me know your thoughts and opinions on wheels and tire carrers or any comments in general on my new Jeep. Did I do OK or will I regret not waiting for a JL?
Oh... for those who recognize my name from the TJ site. I still have my 2005 LJ Rubihara. I'll be keeping that Jeep a long time.