1987 Jeep Wagoneer Grand Wagoneer by Classic Gentleman

Grand Wagoneer by Classic Gentleman, internationally recognized as a leading buyer, restorer and seller of low mile, excellent condition Grand Wagoneers, presents this always classic looking white 1987 Grand.

Click here to view exterior and interior images of a small sampling of our finished restorations.

Currently under restoration with estimated completion date of first quarter 2022… Reserve Now as our in production restoration pieces continue to be complete sellouts year in and year out… Thank you to our loyal clients and patrons!

Carfax confirms that until our purchase, our classic white here has always been registered in the state of Arizona, thus saving her from ever seeing a spec of road salt. Down to that fact, the undercarriage and frame are sturdy and strong. There is nothing more important for a vintage Grand Wagoneer than it comes from the right areas of the country that have kept their frames and undercarriages out of the winter road salt. Frankly for us, it is the difference between a restoration candidate or a parts car. Likewise confirmed are no accidents ever being reported against this Grand and the 116,300 as being actual. (That averages out to only 3000 miles per year).

OUR RESTORATION PROCESS

Exterior cosmetic restoration works:

Full professional repaint in the original white finishNew Wood TrimNew Wood SidingNew WindshieldNew rubber door seals & window wipesNew white wall tires wrapping professionally refinished wheelsThe remaining exterior chrome and aluminum bits, such as the front grill frame, bumpers, center wheel caps, door handles, luggage rack and so on, whilst not new, as they are no longer manufactured new, only exhibit low mile Arizona usage and as such, still present nicely.

Interior cosmetic restoration works:

Seats reupholstered by our Amish craftsmen with all new leather & new fabric inserts (Factory original ultra cool vintage shag carpeting is preserved on the seat backs)New carpeting on the floors, inner tailgate, cargo sides with new cargo boards & custom matched floor matsNew HeadlinerDashboard & steering wheel recoated

Electrical/mechanical works:

Engine:

Engine 360ci V8Engine is compression tested in all 8 cylindersOil pressure confirmed via mechanical gauge at hot idleExternal gaskets replaced including:Valve cover gasketsIntake gasketTiming cover gasketOil pan gasketFront & rear main seals replacedNew engine mounts

Modern fuel injection includes:

Throttle body with mounting plateElectric fuel pumpInline fuel filter with hosesInline fuel pumpNew engine harness with OBDII date connectorNew oxygen sensorElectronic ignition moduleElectronic speed sensor to replace speedo cable8MM high performance ignition wire setPremium distributor cap & rotorNew spark plugsAccel chrome ignition coilNew vacuum hoses

Transmission & 4 wheel drive systems

Valve body from automatic transmission removed, resealed shifter shafts & installed new filter & fluidReplaced gear lube of front & rear differentials for 4 wheel drive High & LowNew transmission mounts

Air conditioning & coolant systems

Air conditioning system pressurized & Freon rechargedUpdated to R134Coolant system service includes new water pump, thermostat, heater hoses, upper & lower radiator hoses & bypass hose, fresh antifreeze.

Braking, wheel components & undercarriage

Front brake service – New rotors, pads, rubber hoses, rebuilt brake calipers, wheel bearings cleaned, inspected & repacked with fresh grease & inner hub seal replacedRear brake service- New brake shoes, drums, wheel cylinders, brake hardware (anchor pins & springs) adjusters cleaned & lubed. New rubber hoses from frame to rear differential. Master cylinder flushed out & new brake fluid installed.4 New shocks fitted5 New whitewall tiresNew muffler and tailpipeUndercarriage detailed and protected with Rust-Oleum painted black frames and grey floors.

Key electrical components & parts replaced

New AM/FM/CD stereo with Bluetooth connectivityBattery w/ new cablesStarterAlternatorFuel sending unitOil pressure switchIgnition switchInner fender ignition moduleNeutral safety switchHeadlamps upgraded to Hella 9003 halogen bulbs

Why buy from a leading Grand Wagoneer specialist?

Our entire focus is on Grand Wagoneers and we know these unique vehicles inside and out. When you purchase a Classic Gentleman Wagoneer it has been thoroughly inspected and works completed by professional mechanics, some with over forty years of Wagoneer experience. We purchase fine example Jeeps from a variety of sources including other dealers and private parties. We are often told by the seller, “My Jeep is excellent and needs nothing” however, being in this profession, we know to expect and plan for a great deal of sorting. Remember the average age of these vehicles is over thirty years old and even with loving care many the cosmetics and mechanical parts have aged and worn accordingly. When a Classic Gentleman Grand Wagoneer arrives at your home, it is a special occasion and the Grand will be in beautiful condition. Yes, our sales are as-is, but as you will see from our detailed document files that your Grand has been looked after carefully. Our goal is to see that the joy and enthusiasm of Grand Wagoneer ownership begins immediately with your purchase and that it will be there for years to come.

Still, and here is the most honest paragraph you have perhaps ever seen from a restoration house/dealer, in some ways these Jeeps were terrible even when they were new. Sometimes we wonder if automotive engineering was more of a hobby with Jeep executives. For example, a Grand Wagoneer was the very last vehicle produced in America still fitted with a carburetor. The factory installing an ancient artifact like a carburetor to these Grands is a perfect example of Wagoneers being more primitive than other vehicles of the same model years. Now we automatically upgrade and modernize each of our Grands with MODERN FUEL INJECTION, eliminating the troublesome carburetor and therefore also eliminating the next owner having to constantly hector his local Jeep service advisor to adjust the carburetor. But, in most every other way, we can't change the method these were built by the factory. In many respects the manufacturer used outdated technology and manufacturing methods and as a restorer, we will always be compromised by that circumstance. Did you know you can remove the front grill from a final year 1991 Grand Wagoneer and behind it still see the round cut out holes for the 1963 Jeep Wagoneer headlights? Those are just two examples above to illuminate the discussion. Therefore, please understand you will do more maintenance and servicing of a vintage Grand Wagoneer than a modern piece, even one we have restored. That is just a truth, fellow enthusiast. If you don't have the un-excitability and tolerance for that, then let us say to you candidly, don't buy one. But let us also remind you that it is indeed that old school style and looks of a Grand Wagoneer that have made them so ever popular today.

Be sure to have a look at our website's recommendation page where you can see first hand the positive experiences of a worldwide assortment of named buyers. We deal honestly and work hard to insure a happy buyer. You will never be chased for a sale but given all the time needed to insure if a purchase is right for you. Guided by these principals, our modestly sized niche dealership has built a loyal and devoted customer base spanning 5 continents.

You are welcome to ring 724-996-1288 for a cordial discussion regarding this example or any other in our current or soon to be on offer extensive inventory.

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