Jeep Wrangler alternative

Are there any other Jeep Wrangler-like vehicles being manufactured in the US? I like most things about the jeep with its rugged duty build and its removable top but I'm not particularly interested in buying a Jeep. I like Toyota's FJ Cruiser for the most part but that particular vehicle is missing the "convertible" aspect.

My guess is that Land Rover makes a rugged convertible vehicle, but the cost for something like that is prohibitive.

Thanks.

Stay away from Land Rovers...... expensive to buy, rapid depreciation, expensive parts and service, expensive to insure. They tend to function quite well, but just cost a lot.

One option would be to buy a gently used one. The rapid depreciation would mean you could get a good deal.

MagicRat - Thanks for your input. I don't have much interest in Land Rovers, anyway. Just put that in the conversation to make some sort of comparison to the Jeep.

I am confused why some other auto mfgr doesn't cater to the popular Jeep-like market in order to compete with Chrysler's product. The little Geo Tracker appeared to make a stab at it but may have lacked the endurance and/or longevity of the larger Jeep.

I'd say that those who want a Jeep-like vehicle are usually Jeep fanatics and won't buy anything but Jeep. It's like Honda, Kawasaki and Yamaha trying to edge out Harley Davidson in the cruiser market - the fans are diehard and won't change their ways.

If you're seeking topless alternatives, you won't find much - if anything - out there. Personally, I have a great disdain for Jeep for a plethora of personal reasons and would much prefer a closed-in vehicle anyway (convertibles suck when you have long hair).

Let us know if you find anything else in the same genre - I'd be interested in hearing about it!