cdahl383
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I joined this forum as I'd like to pick up some info on Jeeps as I'm planning on picking one up this winter. I've been looking at the Jeep Sport with Altitude package as well as the Rubicon.
I've never owned a Jeep before in my life. I've driven a couple in the past (2011 and 2014) but I've heard the newer models have been much improved.
I currently drive a 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T and also have a 2019 Ram 1500, 2015 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack, and an older 1972 Chevy Nova. I'm a big fan of muscle cars, drag racing, and have ridden dirtbikes/quads/UTV's off road on ORV trails and stuff, but never got into off roading with actual vehicles like Jeeps or trucks.
I'm trying to get an idea of what to expect overall. I've heard that Jeeps ride pretty rough, they're kind of noisy, not all that great on gas, but they're a lot of fun to drive. I sat in a few as well as the new Gladiator and really like them. Feels like you're sitting in a small tank. Just looking for actual owners' input as to the overall driving experience, what to expect, what's great, what sucks, etc.
Right now I'm leaning towards a Jeep Wrangler Sport with Altitude package, cold weather package, technology package, and all weather floor mats. I really like the firecracker red, white, and granite crystal gray. Also thinking the hard top would be best for me vs the soft top.
This will be a daily driver and don't plan to do a whole lot of serious off roading, which is why I think the Rubicon might be overkill for me. I live out in the country and have a long commute to work and live in Michigan where the winters can get nasty sometimes, so I like the 4x4 aspect of the Jeep as I'll likely need it this winter.
Anyway, I appreciate any input from you guys. Won't be ordering anything until December sometime. Thanks!
I've never owned a Jeep before in my life. I've driven a couple in the past (2011 and 2014) but I've heard the newer models have been much improved.
I currently drive a 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T and also have a 2019 Ram 1500, 2015 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack, and an older 1972 Chevy Nova. I'm a big fan of muscle cars, drag racing, and have ridden dirtbikes/quads/UTV's off road on ORV trails and stuff, but never got into off roading with actual vehicles like Jeeps or trucks.
I'm trying to get an idea of what to expect overall. I've heard that Jeeps ride pretty rough, they're kind of noisy, not all that great on gas, but they're a lot of fun to drive. I sat in a few as well as the new Gladiator and really like them. Feels like you're sitting in a small tank. Just looking for actual owners' input as to the overall driving experience, what to expect, what's great, what sucks, etc.
Right now I'm leaning towards a Jeep Wrangler Sport with Altitude package, cold weather package, technology package, and all weather floor mats. I really like the firecracker red, white, and granite crystal gray. Also thinking the hard top would be best for me vs the soft top.
This will be a daily driver and don't plan to do a whole lot of serious off roading, which is why I think the Rubicon might be overkill for me. I live out in the country and have a long commute to work and live in Michigan where the winters can get nasty sometimes, so I like the 4x4 aspect of the Jeep as I'll likely need it this winter.
Anyway, I appreciate any input from you guys. Won't be ordering anything until December sometime. Thanks!
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