160000-too many miles on a cherokee?

160000-too many miles on a cherokee?1993 jeep cherokee (country edition?)2300$

no way man...my 96 classic has 160 on it too. i just got a 2001 with 50K and im tryin to sell the 96 for 3500

my 89 had a lift and 130000 on it when i bought it for $3400. i ripped the guy off big time. i think youre getting a good deal

are the cherokees really that great i've never drivin one.Im looking for something fast,reliable,and cheap to maintain.

Well, the 4.0 liter is fairly quick, and the 318 v-8(5.2 liter?) is quick, but likes fuel. Anything with 160,000 miles is going to be less reliable (esp. true in the part-time 4wd versions). I personally dis-like them, but thats only an opinion.

I paid $3400 last year for my '98 Cherokee SE 4.0l Cruise Tach 5-speed 78K miles Very good condition.

Well, the 4.0 liter is fairly quick, and the 318 v-8(5.2 liter?) is quick, but likes fuel. Anything with 160,000 miles is going to be less reliable (esp. true in the part-time 4wd versions). I personally dis-like them, but thats only an opinion.

Corning,
Are you referring to the Grand Cherokee or the Cherokee. These are two completely different vehicles. I ask because the Cherokee wasnt available with the V8 and comes standard with the part time 4WD which has prooven to be very reliable (on the 4X4 versions of course).

87Luxury,
As far as 160000 miles being alot on a Cherokee. If its been maintained, its still got alot of life left. Its not unusual to see Cherokees well into 200000 miles. Even if you end up replacing stuff after awhile, parts are inexpensive and easy to find. The Cherokees had a long run with very few changes so lots of parts are available.
As far as are they fast. Its not a sports car. Its a 4X4 SUV and yours will more than likely end up in the junkyard for someone else to pick cheap parts from if you drive it like a sports car. That being said, the 4.0 is known for its torquey nature and is rated at about 190 HP. Thats more than enough to move the lightweight Cherokee down the road briskly.

95 country here, 140,000mi on it. runs great, but it is rusting on the underbody.

Ray H.,

I see now you were refering to a cherokee. Lemme tell ya a story about one i had. It was a 94 4WD 4-door w/ a 4.0 HO. I put it through the worst stuff i could find with a set of bias ply grip spurs, and i almost couldn't get it stuck. And it was nearly bullet-proof at that. Again, I'm sorry for the mixup, but i think the cherokee is a fine auto.

I have an '88, 4.0, 4X4 with 202,227 miles, runs great and this weekend it's going to be bouncing around the desert for three days. I have no problem taking it anywhere.

Is is fast, well, it's quicker than a loaded cement truck. Reliable, always. Cheap to maintain, well, depends, you can spend as much as you want to on it, but, parts are easy to get and not all that expensive.

In the past year since I bought it I've replaced the radiator and related cooling stuff (by choice); an alternator and most of the sensors and just put on a new exhaust system yesterday. No real problems and always starts (ok, well, except for that afternoon with the crank sensor - I carry a sapre now).

It may not be a shiny new Hummer, but it had no problem pulling an H3 out of the mud a few weeks ago. Too many miles? It's just getting broke in

this guy^, i like this guy. youre cool to me and and free to come wheeling with me any day.

Since my 89 has 170K, I'm going to say no. But really it depends on how well it was taken care of by the PO. I bought mine 2 1/2 yrs ago from the OO (original owner)with 155K on thte clock. He was the principal of the local high school (now retired) and it was serviced regularly by the autoshop class. All records (and student's grades!!!) were provided.

160000 is nothing, my friends has close to 300000 still running strong

'92 XJ Laredo 4.0 HO with 165K. Engine is great, but surrounding pieces start to wear out. I bought mine in May 2001 with 141K on it. So far, I've replaced the front windshield wiper motor assembly (all sold as a unit), the rear wiper motor (just froze one day), rear main seal (dirty, dirty job), brakes, water pump, radiator, front passenger side bearing, and then all the usualy wear-and-tear items like air filter, wipers, etc. So again, the engine runs really well (knock on wood), but some of the other things can add up $$. If you don't mind tinkering with it, I think it's a pretty good investment, i.e., parts are cheap and readily available...and thanks to this cool forum, and the helpful people who post here, you can usually get good advice on how to make it through some repairs.

Ciao

I cant agree more.

1988 XJ Laredo. 165,000. Looks like crap but still runs with the pack.

1988 XJ Laredo. 165,000. Looks like crap but still runs with the pack.

1990 XJ Laredo 214,000 miles.
It has its share of issues, but when you pay $450.00 for it it is going to. It doesn’t look to have been taken good care of. No major issues, though the heater just quitting was no fun. I am installing a manual 4x4 engagement cable in this weekend.
I find that Jeep’s are like my Harley............always wrenching on something, but thats what makes it fun (some days...lol).
Later.

I need the size of the spindle nut on a '96 cherokee 2 wheel drive. I assume it is going to be metric. (I need to service the front wheel bearings.) I think its around 1 3/8" or the mm equivalent. Autoparts store says they dont know, and the Haynes manual does not mention size. Thanks

btw, my 96 has the 2.5L (4cyl) 5 speed, with 130,000 miles, its never left me stranded.

160000-too many miles on a cherokee?1993 jeep cherokee (country edition?)2300$

No way! Got my '89 with 130000 for 1300, now have 180000, still running pretty good with only minor maintainance.

I need the size of the spindle nut on a '96 cherokee 2 wheel drive. I assume it is going to be metric. (I need to service the front wheel bearings.) I think its around 1 3/8" or the mm equivalent. Autoparts store says they dont know, and the Haynes manual does not mention size. Thanks

btw, my 96 has the 2.5L (4cyl) 5 speed, with 130,000 miles, its never left me stranded.

I dont know what this has to do with the original post but Im always glad to try to help.
I cant help you with the size. You are correct, it is metric (22 mm I think but dont hold me to it). Check your Haynes again. I doubt it gives any info on servicing those hubs. Im not up on the 2WD like I am the 4WD but I think the front hubs are sealed and cant be serviced, just replaced. Thats the way they are on the 4WD XJs. I would assume the 2WDs are the same.

they can be serviced but its not worth it. but you do still need the spindle nut to come off to get the hubs out. its a 32mm i belive but im not 100% on that.

It is a 32mm I had to put hubs on my 95 about 2 months ago

I have to agree with these fine people. I have two cherokees, a 1990 (195,000) runs like a dream and a 1988 (185,000) runs real good, with only stupid minor stuff. Every one that i know who has a jeep says the same thing i do, they will run until the engine falls out and even then it would roll farther than any other suv!

I bought a '91 Cherokee Laredo with 168K on it. It's used just when my pimary car is in for service or to tow behind our motorhome. It's now got 178K on it but I have to say it runs like a top. Fixed the oil leaks; prev owner didn't have a cork gasket on the valve cover, and the "O" rings in the oil filter adapter housing were dried up, and gave it a general tune up and replaced belts/hoses and it runs great. Tranny shifts nice, rear is quiet and it gets about 19mpg. Just bought a set of shocks to throw on it to see if it helps the ride.

One thing that has bit me is the same as other Jeeps I've owned - electrical gremlins. Right now, the fuse blows on the circuit that controls the interior lights, power locks and radio memory. Going to bring it into the garage for a new carpet ($134 from JC Whitney) and new headliner next week so I plan to find this short. Since the fues blows immediately, I am assuming that it's a short in the positive side of the circuit.

160000-too many miles on a cherokee?1993 jeep cherokee (country edition?)2300$
WWHHAATT??.I proudly have a 1987 Cherokee Pioneer with 171000 miles on it. You should see it in snow!!!

I have to agree with these fine people. I have two cherokees, a 1990 (195,000) runs like a dream and a 1988 (185,000) runs real good, with only stupid minor stuff. Every one that i know who has a jeep says the same thing i do, they will run until the engine falls out and even then it would roll farther than any other suv!
You are right!!!.Tell'em I have an '87 pioneer with 171000mls on it 4x4 in-line6 and there is no snow able to stop it. you are right.

I second that, both of mine mine track through snow like its nothing

i have a friend who has a 91 with a 5speed manual and a 4.0 and it has 295,000 on it. he loves it and it has yet to give him a problem.

160000-too many miles on a cherokee?1993 jeep cherokee (country edition?)2300$
no way i have a 98 with 202,000 still going strong

My 99 Jeep Cherokee has 212,000 on it and it still runs strong.

a 1999 with 212,000mi on it? How far do you drive a year? wow

Hey
These things keep going and going....
I have 266K on a '93 Country and have only done little maint. jobs on it. I will most def buy another one - but might not have to for a few more years. Also, this forum rocks if you need any kind of DIY info.

JR Out!

damn I gestt they do run forever, the 129000 on my '98 is nothing, I guess she will last till I get it paid off in 2 yrs. one concern of mine though, next semmester, I will be commuting to college daily about 45 miles one way, is gas and sch. maintenance my only big concerns or is there something that I should be doing in addition to the scheduled maintenance that will help out? I want this jeep to last forever...

My 92 is at 204,600. All she needs is washed once in a while...

my 96 has 147k and runs and goes great except for a throwout bearing going bad the prior owner probably rode the clutch...

242,000 on my 2000 Cherokee.

Daily driven 160 miles round trip.

sounds like it could be a good deal depends on looks i have 86 cherokee bought it new now starting to have carb problems 230k it is a jeep thing enjoy

242,000 on my 2000 Cherokee.

Daily driven 160 miles round trip.

Damn! Each day? Work or play? Wow!

I would say you will be fine as long as the underbody is still in good shape and the motor sounds healthy.

my 1997 cherokee had 280,000 on it. only problem was the fuel pump and some little things. mechanically, it is great. cherokees will run good for a long LONG time. Jeep is famous for their 4.0 Litre motor. (i used the word HAD when refering to miles being that i replaced the gauge cluster to make it sell better. my reason for selling was to get a High Output like i had in the past. i stuck with the 97. great Jeep.)

my 96 sport has 208,000 and runs like a bull

i have 162,000 on my 93 XJ. i got it for $200 bux, sweet. new radiator, general thorough tune -up, new catalytic conveter, brakes, neutral safety switch, had to have driverside hinges re-done, anfter i buy new tires i may have $2000 in it. personally, it has been the best vehicle for me.