Finally decided to start the process

[rfm8os]

I have been lurking on this forum for a while. I have looked at all the price sheets, and have run through the configurator a thousand times, lol.

I am in the same boat as a lot of people where I am leaning towards a Rubicon because a Sport S or Sahara priced out the way I want is close enough in price to a Rubicon with similar options where the extra capability of the Rubi is too tempting.

I have also looked for used JK Rubicons but can't find much. Car Max has a few Rubicons in my area that are loaded in the mid 30s but they are upwards of 4 year old models. I feel like if I really wanted a JK I would have gotten one and the prices are still high for four year old vehicles with 30-80k miles.

Here's the build I want for a new JL:

3.6 Engine
Manual Trans
Crystal Granite paint
Black 3pc Hard top
Cold Weather Group (I live in New England)
All season floor mats

That's it!

I had gone to the closest local dealer last weekend and test drove a Sahara and loved it. The wife loved it too and gave me the green light but I really want a more offroad capable vehicle as I have been wanting to get into Overlanding and weekend offroading.

The salesman has been sending me info on Saharas they have that meet some of my wants, but I decided to reach out to him today and basically told him I wanted to order a Rubicon as above for 5% under invoice. He texted back and didn't say no right off but said he would look into it and get back to me. So now I am nervously waiting for him to respond!

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[Kenny]

I have been lurking on this forum for a while. I have looked at all the price sheets, and have run through the configurator a thousand times, lol.

I am in the same boat as a lot of people where I am leaning towards a Rubicon because a Sport S or Sahara priced out the way I want is close enough in price to a Rubicon with similar options where the extra capability of the Rubi is too tempting.

I have also looked for used JK Rubicons but can't find much. Car Max has a few Rubicons in my area that are loaded in the mid 30s but they are upwards of 4 year old models. I feel like if I really wanted a JK I would have gotten one and the prices are still high for four year old vehicles with 30-80k miles.

Here's the build I want for a new JK:

3.6 Engine
Manual Trans
Crystal Granite paint
Black 3pc Hard top
Cold Weather Group (I live in New England)
All season floor mats

That's it!

I had gone to the closest local dealer last weekend and test drove a Sahara and loved it. The wife loved it too and gave me the green light but I really want a more offroad capable vehicle as I have been wanting to get into Overlanding and weekend offroading.

The salesman has been sending me info on Sahara's they have that meet some of my wants, but I decided to reach out to him today and basically told him I wanted to order a Rubicon as above for 5% under invoice. He texted back and didn't say no right off but said he would look into it and get back to me. So now I am nervously waiting for him to respond!

I think you mean JL - You’ll regret not getting LEDs IMHO.

GOOD LUCK

 

[HealthRebel]

I think you mean JL - You’ll regret not getting LEDs IMHO.

GOOD LUCK

I agree about the LED's. Game changer as far as being able to see.

 

[Jeeper Fever]

LED won't melt snow, and you can always add lights later. I drove past a YJ about two months ago, its headlights were a dull yellow, but those foglights, they could be seen from outer space.

 

[rfm8os]

I think you mean JL - You’ll regret not getting LEDs IMHO.

GOOD LUCK

Yes, I meant JL!

LED won't melt snow, and you can always add lights later. I drove past a YJ about two months ago, its headlights were a dull yellow, but those foglights, they could be seen from outer space.

Snow issue is partly why I didn't choose the LEDs. The other part is that I have a budget to keep and those are pricey. I will investigate replacements later, I know you can get some with heated elements, though I imagine those are pricey as well.

 

[misanthrope]

I have been lurking on this forum for a while. I have looked at all the price sheets, and have run through the configurator a thousand times, lol.

I am in the same boat as a lot of people where I am leaning towards a Rubicon because a Sport S or Sahara priced out the way I want is close enough in price to a Rubicon with similar options where the extra capability of the Rubi is too tempting.

I have also looked for used JK Rubicons but can't find much. Car Max has a few Rubicons in my area that are loaded in the mid 30s but they are upwards of 4 year old models. I feel like if I really wanted a JK I would have gotten one and the prices are still high for four year old vehicles with 30-80k miles.

Here's the build I want for a new JL:

3.6 Engine
Manual Trans
Crystal Granite paint
Black 3pc Hard top
Cold Weather Group (I live in New England)
All season floor mats

That's it!

I had gone to the closest local dealer last weekend and test drove a Sahara and loved it. The wife loved it too and gave me the green light but I really want a more offroad capable vehicle as I have been wanting to get into Overlanding and weekend offroading.

The salesman has been sending me info on Saharas they have that meet some of my wants, but I decided to reach out to him today and basically told him I wanted to order a Rubicon as above for 5% under invoice. He texted back and didn't say no right off but said he would look into it and get back to me. So now I am nervously waiting for him to respond!

A bit of a trek for you, but Mark Fitzpatrick will happily give you 5% off, no games, at Fitzpatrick Jeep in Ansonia, CT (@FitzSince1923). He's a straight shooter and very responsive. If your guy gives you guff, give Mark a buzz. Should be a nice drive home, anyway.

 

[rfm8os]

A bit of a trek for you, but Mark Fitzpatrick will happily give you 5% off, no games, at Fitzpatrick Jeep in Ansonia, CT (@FitzSince1923). He's a straight shooter and very responsive. If your guy gives you guff, give Mark a buzz. Should be a nice drive home, anyway.

Thanks for the tip!

 

[SecondTJ]

I agree about the LED's. Game changer as far as being able to see.

Absolutely, I don’t know why Jeep/FCA waited so long before finally giving Wrangler LED lights in 2017

 

[viper88]

I think you mean JL - You’ll regret not getting LEDs IMHO.

GOOD LUCK

I agree abut the LEDs. I also will add that the 8.4" w/Alpine, proximity entry locks are well worth the cost. They all are options you use multiple times a day, every day.

 

[HealthRebel]

I have been lurking on this forum for a while. I have looked at all the price sheets, and have run through the configurator a thousand times, lol.

I am in the same boat as a lot of people where I am leaning towards a Rubicon because a Sport S or Sahara priced out the way I want is close enough in price to a Rubicon with similar options where the extra capability of the Rubi is too tempting.

I have also looked for used JK Rubicons but can't find much. Car Max has a few Rubicons in my area that are loaded in the mid 30s but they are upwards of 4 year old models. I feel like if I really wanted a JK I would have gotten one and the prices are still high for four year old vehicles with 30-80k miles.

Here's the build I want for a new JL:

3.6 Engine
Manual Trans
Crystal Granite paint
Black 3pc Hard top
Cold Weather Group (I live in New England)
All season floor mats

That's it!

I had gone to the closest local dealer last weekend and test drove a Sahara and loved it. The wife loved it too and gave me the green light but I really want a more offroad capable vehicle as I have been wanting to get into Overlanding and weekend offroading.

The salesman has been sending me info on Saharas they have that meet some of my wants, but I decided to reach out to him today and basically told him I wanted to order a Rubicon as above for 5% under invoice. He texted back and didn't say no right off but said he would look into it and get back to me. So now I am nervously waiting for him to respond!

Another option to consider... painted fenders. I had two Wranglers in the past. A 2002 and a 2012. Both were red with black (non-painted fenders. What I noticed, at least in the hot Texas sun, was that these black plastic fenders started to look weathered pretty quickly unless I put some Armor All or similar product on them weekly. They do look nice, are more forgiving with regards to scratches, but will look faded rather quickly without some TLC.

 

[SecondTJ]

I have also looked for used JK Rubicons but can't find much. Car Max has a few Rubicons in my area that are loaded in the mid 30s but they are upwards of 4 year old models. I feel like if I really wanted a JK I would have gotten one and the prices are still high for four year old vehicles with 30-80k miles.

Skip used, there are still a few brand new 2018 JK Rubicon's floating around for mid $30's

Here is one for $35k

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/722797558/overview/

 

[rfm8os]

Yeah, so if I added LEDs, 8.4" entertainment, and painted fenders the JLUR would start to creep well out of my price range. I understand everyone's reasoning for suggesting those things but for me I would rather have the capability of the JLUR and sacrifice some of the luxury items. If I had 50 grand to spend, I would load it up, no doubt. I may consider the keyless entry though. It's only $495 and does seem like it would be a convenience I would appreciate daily.

Skip used, there are still a few brand new 2018 JK Rubicon's floating around for mid $30's

Here is one for $35k

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/722797558/overview/

Yeah, a new leftover JKUR is something I would consider depending if I can find one close to me at that price.

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