Offered by its original family owner in Mountain Lake, Minnesota for $15,000, this 1989 Jeep Wrangler Islander shows 215,549 miles and remains a largely original example of one of the most recognizable special-edition Wranglers of the YJ era. Powered by Jeep’s factory-rated 4.2-liter inline-six, paired with a five-speed manual and Command-Trac part-time 4WD, it’s a well-preserved survivor featuring its original color scheme, full soft top, and careful maintenance backed by decades of service history.

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• Limited-Run Trim:  Introduced in 1988, the Wrangler Islander brought a splash of tropical style to Jeep’s YJ lineup, combining vibrant graphics, body-color accents, and unique interior trim. Production ran through the early 1990s, making original examples like this increasingly collectible among period-correct enthusiasts.

• Powertrain:  Under the hood sits Jeep’s 4.2-liter AMC inline-six, factory-rated at 112 horsepower and 210 lb-ft of torque, mated to a five-speed heavy-duty manual transmission and Command-Trac 4WD transfer case. The 4WD works and shifts well. This example has received several recent mechanical updates, including a new carburetor (2025), new clutch (2024), and regular oil service, ensuring smooth running and drivability.

• Interior Condition:  The Islander’s original cabin color scheme is retained, including the rare coordinated trim and carpets. The driver’s seat has been professionally repaired, and quality seat covers were added for protection and color preference. Amenities include functioning air conditioning (replaced in 2024), an aftermarket Alpine radio/cassette player, and intact factory carpets and door panels.

• Exterior & Equipment:  Finished in its factory-correct Pacific Blue with fresh OEM hood decals (2024), this Wrangler wears new Cooper All-Weather tires (200 miles) on the original 15-inch styled steel wheels. The soft top fits tightly and remains leak-free, while the underbody benefits from Ziebart rust protection applied in 1990. Original details like the spare tire cover, side steps, and bright trim remain in place, giving it an authentic 1980s look. The seller has the original Islander spare tire cover, which will be included in the sale.

• Ownership & History:  A single-family-owned Jeep since new, it has been garage-kept and used primarily for highway miles. The CARFAX report shows consistent maintenance and one moderate 1996 accident involving a highway sign, with no structural damage reported. A mileage discrepancy appears on the report, likely due to a kilometer entry error during Canadian service when the seller lived in Canada for two years during the Covid lockdown. The seller confirms long-term continuity of ownership, transparent maintenance history and that the mileage stated is accurate. The Jeep retains a clean Minnesota title, full service documentation, and the original purchase paperwork.