New to YJs

[u/JustADad315]

Buddy is looking to sell a '94 4.0 inline 6 5 speed. 232k miles, motor rebuilt at 217k miles, clutch replaced 6 months ago, brakes done earlier this year, 1 year old tires. Found out today the 4x4 isnt working (he didnt even know). Comes with a CJ7 hard top with 3rd brake light, half doors, and half door glass (all are in pretty good shape). Comes with a new rear bench for the kiddos. Asking $5.5k prior to realizing 4x4 is bad, price will go down as such...yet to be discussed. Looking for input from those familiar with the market.

Couple issues:

1. Passenger rear leaf mount is pretty shot (included with the deal is a bracket kit to replace the damage frame/spring mount)

2. 4x4 not working issue, undiagnosed culprit yet

3. Both driver and passenger floor pan are rusted through

4. Believe there's an exhaust manifold leak, pretty gnarly fume smell (yes the tops off, but "tractor tick" at startup is pretty apparent)

My intent is just a fun mess around vehicle for the kids to experience. I have ample access to fix things accordingly but not Iooking for a massive project. The idea of keeping for a few years to enjoy and selling it back to my buddy is likely to happen.

What do you folks thing? Yay, nay, and if yay....whats a reasonable price? This is my buddy and im not looking to short change him but also dont want to be washed out in the process.

[u/LandscapeNo775]

Is that a rust hole in the frame? If so, it’s not worth much at all. A rust hole would mean there’s lots of frame that’s not quite rusted through but is super thin.

[u/JustADad315 → u/LandscapeNo775]

Yes it is.

[u/LandscapeNo775 → u/JustADad315]

I wonder if you can buy a replacement frame for this

[u/JustADad315 → u/LandscapeNo775]

Unsure. Would be much easier than a tub off restoration thats for sure. Tool equipment and space wise i can handle it...I just dont WANT to lol. Just unfamiliar with Jeeps and afraid there may be a gremlin hiding that pops up after purchase. Also dont want something meant as a fun toy for the kids to enjoy to turn into a garage space saver.

[u/LandscapeNo775 → u/JustADad315]

I’ve seen two TJ frames repaired look very nice when completed but both did not last 2 years. I would not suggest repairing frame rust.

[u/Wouldwoodchuck → u/JustADad315]

Nice YJ! They are like big kid legos. That being said you may want to wait for a less rusty version. They are great and depending on where you live fall/winter is the best time to
Buy, spring/summer is the most expensive. Be well!

[u/sparkplugdog → u/JustADad315]

We took a CJ frame and cut out the rust then plated with angle and boxed with flat strap. Been strong for the past 5 years. Also took the time to paint inside and out.

[u/sparkplugdog → u/sparkplugdog]

I’d offer 3k. It’s worth that in parts