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#2
welcome! That should for sure be a good project. What are you wanting to do with the jeep when its finished? What makes you choose a CJ specifically. and are you looking for a specific model CJ?
 
#3
Well I choose a CJ because they are relatively simple compared to later models and are still well supported in the after market. Any CJ is likely OK but I am just starting out so my opinion may change. The goal is a rig that can run on local roads, forest service roads, and be a daily driver locally. Might take it the NC outer banks sometime, and we will just have to see what happens. My son driving this a bit so we are working out details between us. He is about to be 17. I am also using this idea to get him to set money goals, and work towards getting something he wants by saving his money, working for it. Our budget is on the low side, so $5K to $8K for a rig to start with???? Still learning.
 
#4
I understand exactly where you are coming from. I would suggest considering 91-95 YJs and 97-99 TJs also as they are easy to work on and can be found in better shape for cheaper. These years also have fuel injection standard which makes them a little more user friendly with a daily driver, even if its just every now and then. The Yjs and TJs are very similar to CJs in their overall size and parts.
 
#8
Getting a YJ would probably be a good plan. I love my CJs but you will go down the rabbit hole with them. And depending on your level of ability to wrench and do restoration work the CJ is simple but you may have to deal with the previous owners modifications. For that price range you can get a good running YJ or even TJ. Could also get a CJ too for that price that will require not much work.
 
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