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Post by Explorer 1 on Nov 16, 2013 15:50:24 GMT -8
Matt and I visited this vehicle and I was a bit disappointed that the pictures they showed on the vehicle, purposely omitted the front passenger fender where the body damage is. I wrote them about is as this would effect the bidding prices and as a matter of fair disclosure it should shown in the pictures.  I tried to post the picture as a question to the seller on the vehicle so we don't have to bid against a ignorant bidder who doesn't know of the damage. Thanks, Fred Explorer 1 |
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Post by Explorer 1 on Nov 16, 2013 18:54:15 GMT -8
I found a 2000 Grand that was very clean, newer transmission and the right color. It has an engine knock so it would need to be replaced. So I went to "Low Mileage Used Engines.com" for a quote an a replacement engine and it was interesting what their comment was:
We at Low Mileage Engines certainly appreciate your request for the 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.7, but unfortunately at this time we are not able to provide you with this engine.
This particular engine is know for many issues. We would definitely recommend you consider purchasing a remanufactured engine.
Thank You once again
Low Mileage Engines
Something to keep in mind,
Fred
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Post by CheapCherokee on Nov 16, 2013 21:20:33 GMT -8
yeaaaah a replacement 4.7 would cost more than the whole jeep. best we stay away from that motor unless we find one in already good running condition.
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Post by CheapCherokee on Nov 17, 2013 9:49:08 GMT -8
Matt and I visited this vehicle and I was a bit disappointed that the pictures they showed on the vehicle, purposely omitted the front passenger fender where the body damage is. I wrote them about is as this would effect the bidding prices and as a matter of fair disclosure it should shown in the pictures. I tried to post the picture as a question to the seller on the vehicle so we don't have to bid against a ignorant bidder who doesn't know of the damage. Thanks, Fred Explorer 1 i think you missed it Fred, they do include a couple pictures of the damage, this is one of them:  |
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Post by CheapCherokee on Nov 17, 2013 10:03:16 GMT -8
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Post by Explorer 1 on Nov 17, 2013 11:55:17 GMT -8
Matt and I visited this vehicle and I was a bit disappointed that the pictures they showed on the vehicle, purposely omitted the front passenger fender where the body damage is. I wrote them about is as this would effect the bidding prices and as a matter of fair disclosure it should shown in the pictures. I tried to post the picture as a question to the seller on the vehicle so we don't have to bid against a ignorant bidder who doesn't know of the damage. Thanks, Fred Explorer 1 i think you missed it Fred, they do include a couple pictures of the damage, this is one of them: you're right Matt, don't know how I could have missed that picture! Fred |
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Post by CheapCherokee on Nov 17, 2013 14:11:09 GMT -8
49 minutes left and its still under $1200
Getting ready to bid Fred?
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Post by Explorer 1 on Nov 17, 2013 16:12:34 GMT -8
We didn't get it, I wasn't willing to go all the way to $2,000 because of the fees they charge and the cost of the new fender. I went just over $1,800. Someone else got it, I'm ok with it, I'm now looking at: orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/4191918074.htmlThanks, Fred |
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Post by CheapCherokee on Nov 17, 2013 17:08:08 GMT -8
They have have this grand at ecology   4.0 211,000 miles Has a bunch of new cooling stuff put on recently, as well as PCM  They are asking $1500, maybe we can work them down |
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Post by Explorer 1 on Nov 17, 2013 17:54:44 GMT -8
I talked with the owner of this today, we're scheduling a time when he can bring it by for me to see. He has owned it for 6 years and according to him taken excellent care of it. He states it runs very well. Only outstanding issues is that the A/C compressor bearing was making noise so he by-passed it with a different belt. It also seems that the top bolt on the sway bar is loose, just like Fernando's so it makes a clunking sound. He said there is no body damage of any kind and there are no flaws in the interior expect on the drivers door where a small hole in the vinyl where you pull it closed. ( every older Grand I have seen has the same hole in the vinyl. It has the 249 transfer case and the 5.2 engine. orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/4191918074.htmlHe also said he is flexible on the price. He has already purchased a replacement auto so this is an extra vehicle. Fred |
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Post by Explorer 1 on Nov 17, 2013 18:11:34 GMT -8
They have have this grand at ecology 4.0 211,000 miles Has a bunch of new cooling stuff put on recently, as well as PCM They are asking $1500, maybe we can work them down How the interior? and do you think they would go down to $1,500? Fred |
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Post by ryanisme on Nov 17, 2013 21:51:13 GMT -8
Interior was really nice. Gray cloth, looks almost new. I tried to start it but the battery was almost completely dead. Didn't get any other info on it.
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Post by Explorer 1 on Nov 18, 2013 8:40:54 GMT -8
I talked with the owner of this today, we're scheduling a time when he can bring it by for me to see. He has owned it for 6 years and according to him taken excellent care of it. He states it runs very well. Only outstanding issues is that the A/C compressor bearing was making noise so he by-passed it with a different belt. It also seems that the top bolt on the sway bar is loose, just like Fernando's so it makes a clunking sound. He said there is no body damage of any kind and there are no flaws in the interior expect on the drivers door where a small hole in the vinyl where you pull it closed. ( every older Grand I have seen has the same hole in the vinyl. It has the 249 transfer case and the 5.2 engine. orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/4191918074.htmlHe also said he is flexible on the price. He has already purchased a replacement auto so this is an extra vehicle. Fred The vehicle on the above link is coming by my house this late afternoon, sometime around 4 or 5 pm. Anyone interested in looking it over is welcome to come on by. Later this same evening, Monday Matt & I are going out to check out this vehicle at the link below: losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/4186533036.htmlLet me know if you want to come along, Fred 562-698-3038 |
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Post by TacoProBro on Nov 18, 2013 22:56:40 GMT -8
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Post by Explorer 1 on Nov 19, 2013 8:21:45 GMT -8
Matt, Let's take a look at this one. DO you have any time during the day?
Fred
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