Anyone considering trading their JL for a JT Gladiator?

[@OUTDOORTREE]

I wasn’t using my lifted GMC Canyon truck bed and I wanted to off road a lot harder. Plus I wanted more heated and cooled interior room - thus the Jeep!

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[PEABUDY]

While I think the JT is neat looking it just is an in between vehicle for me. Not a JL and not a full size pickup. Always makes me think of what my Dad would say-Jack of all trades-master of none. I am sure it will fit the needs of some. Would have looked a little at it if it had something other than the 3.6 in it. 2019 JLUR 2.0T and 2019 Ram 1500 limited 5.7 hemi.

 

[Carlton]

How are you doing financially taking a loss trading in vehicles like that? Are you literally rolling in cash and just looking for ways to throw money away? What is the point of trading in 3 Jeeps a year? What is the trick to not be financially broke with that sort of spendings. Seriously please enlighten me, because I want to do the same but the math won’t add up.

Jeeps hold their value very well, especially around my area. My state doesn't charge taxes when you trade in a vehicle of equal or higher value/you only pay taxes on the difference. It basically compares to very short term leases. I buy them, build them, and trade them in/start over. It is a hobby. I may lose some money but it is fun for me. Better than losing money on a lease and being stuck with something.

 

[pablo_max3045]

I may be the exception here, but I find it really hard to like the JT. I find it to be really awkward looking. I cannot put my finger on it, but it just looks off to me. I'd even say ugly.
I do like the HD front camera (I hope we can get that retro-fitted) and the stronger alloy wheels.
I would imagine the brakes are also a lot bigger. Maybe something else that can be bolted on the Rubicon?
That roll-up bed cover looks like it would be a total pain in the ass. Most of the competitors offer a self rolling metal cover.

 

[Arterius2]

I may be the exception here, but I find it really hard to like the JT. I find it to be really awkward looking. I cannot put my finger on it, but it just looks off to me. I'd even say ugly.
I do like the HD front camera (I hope we can get that retro-fitted) and the stronger alloy wheels.
I would imagine the brakes are also a lot bigger. Maybe something else that can be bolted on the Rubicon?
That roll-up bed cover looks like it would be a total pain in the ass. Most of the competitors offer a self rolling metal cover.

The JT would look better with a canopy over the bed, gives it a more utility look.

 

[pablo_max3045]

The JT would look better with a canopy over the bed, gives it a more utility look.

Yeah.. it would look like a longer JL
That break-over angle would be a pain though.

 

[Arterius2]

Yeah.. it would look like a longer JL
That break-over angle would be a pain though.

That will just need good old brute force lift and massive tires to overcome I guess...

Will be a scaled up version of the JLU

 

[Sean L]

Ah.... we're talking about a Jeep version of the Suburban now?

Pricing wise... If I were to the the Gladiator that I want, I'm looking at at leas 55K for the gas version... then add another 5K or so for the diesel and I'm wayyyy out of my current price range.

 

[Arterius2]

One of the things that "Overland" trim gained over "Sahara" trim without necessarily "paying" for is the addition of both front and rear Dana 44 HD axles and 4.10 gearing.

 

[Sean L]

One thing that the "Overland" trim gained over the "Sahara" version is the use of both front and rear Dana 44 HD axles and 4.10 gearing

The standard ratio on the Sports and Overland is 3.73, while the 4.10 is optional with the max tow package on the Sports. Still a bit lower than the 3.45 but not so low that it loses daily driveability.

 

[Arterius2]

The standard ratio on the Sports and Overland is 3.73, while the 4.10 is optional with the max tow package on the Sports. Still a bit lower than the 3.45 but not so low that it loses daily driveability.

Yea, getting these options added as a must is a no-brainer considering the money down the drain to add it afterwards.

 

[ads75]

Nothing new for me though. I tend to go through 1-2 jeeps a year. Last year I did 3 which is a record for me lol.

Seems like an expensive way to get out of an oil change.

 

[Sean L]

Yea, getting these options added as a must is a no-brainer considering the money down the drain to add it afterwards.

Oh yeah I'm pretty sure Sport Drivers that are planning on up-sizing tires will get the 4.10s

 

[aai]

plenty of ideas on the other forum (dark side). We personally like this one for a base camp. Utility quad or dirt bikes on the back. A RTT right above. Front rack for everything else. Its like a land yacht with a dingy lol... bring on the fun

 

[Sean L]

plenty of ideas on the other forum (dark side). We personally like this one for a base camp. Utility quad or dirt bikes on the back. A RTT right above. Front rack for everything else. Its like a land yacht with a dingy lol... bring on the fun

I like this... its starting to remind me of the High Back (Troop Carrier) HMMWVs Just throw a canvas top over that frame and add seats on the side of the bed!

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