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kipco

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Just bought this for the wife it is a 2018 jeep wrangler unlimited Sahara 2.0L turbo with 81000 miles.

first time jeep owners what do we need to know about this?
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Looks like the previous owner(s) used it as a daily. Check maintenance records, especially oil/fluids. If unknown, change for peace of mind, like diffs and transfer case. Check battery age/health. Mostly though, just drive and enjoy! Things that need attention will eventually come to the surface and you can address them as they happen.
 

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Just bought this for the wife it is a 2018 jeep wrangler unlimited Sahara 2.0L turbo with 81000 miles.

first time jeep owners what do we need to know about this?
This should bring back the faded black bumpers and trim.


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As a 2018 I would check the frame welds.
 

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Pre COVID jeeps are pretty solid. Just do as others mentioned and change all fluids and check both batteries. Good call buying a stock rig.
 

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Look at door hinges. Known to have paint bubbling up. If so, it may be covered under warranty even though it changed hands.
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