This Grand Wagoneer was restored in 2021 right here at NFI Empire. Our client wanted to give his father a gift, a token of appreciation for a lifetime of family adventures. He wanted to recreate the beloved family Jeep Grand Wagoneer that carried them for all those miles over the many years. He enjoyed it for over a year before the time came to downsize the collection of classics. Now you have to opportunity to take this classic Grand Wagoneer for a ride.
This Wagoneer is rust-free underneath which made it an excellent candidate for the project. First the underside was decontaminated before being sprayed with a protective undercoating to ensure the longevity of this machine. A few of the lenses were cracked and needed replaced. Two new bumpers were in order as well. The brakes were long overdue and we replaced all of the brake components all around. As the exterior began to take shape the plans came together for the interior refresh as well.
The radio is modern with Bluetooth capability despite looking like a vintage deck. Some new speakers went in as well, offering better sound than those from the factory in the mid 80s. The window seals were dry-rotted so we replaced them, and fixed the motors controlling the power windows at the same time. There were a handful of electrical issues that we straightened out, blown fuses and a faulty switch. Now the power windows and seats move without trouble.
Jeep set the standard for luxury SUVs with it's introduction of the Grand Wagoneer in 1984. Before it was introduced there were no luxury SUVs that blended the off-road capabilities with the luxurious interior. The 5.9L V8 puts the power to all four wheels full time through a 3-speed automatic transmission. With only 62,000 original miles, the engine and transmission remained in excellent shape. We replaced the plugs and wires and tuned the carburetor. It's running like a finely tuned machine; it fires right up at the turn of the key.
The suspension is smooth, but not so much that you feel like you're bouncing. The pedals are responsive and the seats are comfortable. This is a fun vehicle to drive, come check it out at NFI Empire.
