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No Reserve: 1981 Jeep CJ-7

4.2L Inline Six, 4 in. Lift, Omaha Orange with Black Interior, Restored, Low Original Mileage

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$25,000

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Overview

Year

1981

Make

Jeep

Model

CJ-7

Trim/Submodel

Base

Engine

4.2L AMC Inline 6

Transmission

4-Speed Manual

Drivetrain

4-Wheel Drive

Body Style

SUV

Odometer

86,640

VIN

1JCCM87E1BT011218

Location

Belmar, NJ

Title Status

Clean

Seller

CARLSDAD

Seller Type

Private Party

This Jeep started my classic 4x4 collection 11 years ago, it was the classic CJ-7 look and orange that got my attention that day. Multitudes of vehicles have come and gone over the years, but this is the one I've owned the longest. It's the only classic I can say has always treated me well, started on the first turn and never left me stranded. Other trucks preoccupy my time these days and it's not getting the enjoyment it deserves. So it's time to pass it down the line to the next caretaker to appreciate and make memories.

- CarlsDad

Produced under the AMC Jeep era, the CJ-7 model debuted in 1975 and ran through 1986.
This low original-mileage, restored and lightly modified example offers the factory original AMC 258 ci. inline 6 engine, sending power to a Borg Warner SR4 4-speed manual transmission mated to a dual-range Dana 300 transfer case sitting on a Dana 30 front axle and AMC 20 rear axle.
Believed to only have had three owners in the past 42 years, this rig underwent a comprehensive, highly-documented restoration and refurbishment completed by the second owner starting in 2005. The original steel tub was completely refinished and painted in Omaha Orange with multi-stage paint on the exterior, and black rust-inhibiting coating was applied to the inside and underside of the tub, frame, and engine bay. The seats were custom-upholstered with black Cordura inserts, complemented by orange vinyl piping and black vinyl sides. The windshield, all body rubber, and fender flares were replaced and it was fitted with a tan Bestop soft top.
It’s upfitted with a 4 in. suspension lift, 33 x 12.5 in. Hankook Dynamic Mud Terrain tires, 15 x 8 in. Mickey Thompson wheels, LED headlights, Rough Country LED underbody rock lights, custom Clarion marine stereo with Bluetooth, front bumper-mounted HiLift jack, black powder coated swing-out tire carrier bumper with 2 in. receiver, tow hooks, security center console, dash pad, and wheel spacers.
Regular annual maintenance has included powertrain fluid and filter changes and tire rotations under current ownership. Current owner has replaced wheel bearings, radiator, hoses, power steering pump, brake lines, proportioning valve, brakes, belts, spark plugs, wipers, and added a new Optima battery with new terminals. Additionally the suspension lift was refurbished with the addition of new Rough Country N2 shocks and steering stabilizer, professionally refurbished leaf springs, new u-bolts, and an alignment.
The seller has impeccably maintained and added modern amenities during their 11-year ownership, adding only 7,431 miles and stored in a private, dry, clean indoor facility. Sold with a clean and clear New Jersey title in the current owner’s name. The sale includes a tan Bestop soft top and doors and frame, black vinyl bikini top, full cover, two keys, and restoration documentation.

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Mechanical

The Jeep CJ-7 is known for its rugged reliability and solid construction. This example offers the factory original engine, transmission, and transfer case. It runs, drives, steers, shifts and brakes well, and there are no known mechanical defects. The reverse shackle kit and steering stabilizer keep the steering tight and straight with no wandering. All lights, gauges and electronics are functional.

AMC 258 4.2L Inline 6
Borg Warner SR4 4-Speed Manual
Dana 300 Dual Range Transfer Case
Dana 30 front axle and AMC 20 rear axle
Power Steering
Power Brakes (Front Discs, Rear Drums)

Exterior

She's a looker. You'll notice the stunning orange paint on this Jeep first, but a closer look around the exterior of the CJ-7 highlights a number of other impressive features and details that help to make this a special build.

Multi-Stage Omaha Orange Paint
Black Powder Coated Swing Out Tire Carrier Bumper w/ 2 in. Receiver
Front Bumper Mounted Hi Lift Jack
Tow Hooks
Black Vinyl Bikini Top
Tan Bestop Soft Top
15 x 8 in. Mickey Thompson Classic Wheels
LED Headlights
Rough Country LED Underbody Rock Lights

Interior

This Jeep shows as well on the inside as it does on the outside thanks to a combination of factory-installed equipment and upgraded and refurbished components.

Clarion Marine Digital Media Stereo with Bluetooth
Security Center Console
Dash Pad
AutoMeter Gauges (Auxiliary Oil Pressure, Temperature and Voltmeter)
Factory Original Odometer and Speedometer
Custom Upholstered Original Seats w/Black Cordura Inserts and Orange Vinyl Piping and Black Vinyl Sides

Upgrades & Modifications

Following a comprehensive restoration in 2005, this CJ-7 offers a series of modifications that complement the original aesthetic and improve upon the Jeep’s inherent capabilities and drivability.

4 in. Suspension Lift w/Reverse Shackle Kit
33 x 12.5 in. Hankook Dynamic Mud Terrain Tires on Mickey Thompson Classic 15 x 8 in. Wheels
LED Lighting
Custom Clarion Marine Stereo w/ Bluetooth
Front Bumper-Mounted Hi Lift Jack
Swing-Out Tire Carrier Bumper w/ Full Spare and 2 in. Rear Hitch Receiver
Security Center Console

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1981 Jeep CJ-7

Winning Bid $25,000Thebaldbuilder

4.2L I6, 4 in. Lift, Omaha Orange, Black Interior, Restored, Low Original Mileage

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