Is a Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ the Best BUDGET Overland Vehicle?

Are you trying to decide on what budget overland vehicle to buy? I think the Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo WJ might be one to consider if cash is tight. In this video I walk you around the 1999 WJ my son recently purchased and share with you what our plan going forward with this Jeep is.

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[Gouveia]

Is not a good budget overlanding vehicle... ITS FREAKING PERFECT!

[crocslocked]

i own a 1999 Grand Cherokee with the 4.0L . 430, 000 miles on it! Never been inside engine or trans!

[petenikolakakis]

Happy to see the WJ finally gets some love. They are so often overlooked and severely underrated. Inline 6, solid axles, what's not to love? They are extremely capable, very comfortable, and liveable as a daily driver. I am on my third WJ. It's getting harder to find clean ones. Enjoy your video and channel. Keep up the great work. Thanks.

[markhinkle]

You nailed it! The perfect platform with the straight 6. Can’t wait for the next video on this project!

[davem]

I have a 96 ZJ, and I love it. Your son is going to have fun in this rig.

[Lotshman]

This video is fantastic. A comprehensive knowledge demonstrated on a lot of things potential buyers need to know. I am a former owner of a 02 Lardeo in which I put 100, 000+ solid miles on before selling it. I'm looking again at this for a first car for my wife. I look forward to seeing additional videos on this car. Your son made a wise decision.

[TxJK]

Wow that's a nice WJ for 2K. I love the WJ. Just the Solid axels makes it an awesome 4wheeler

[gazay]

My friends dad has one of these that was previously owned by a NFL player. It had a fully built V8 and a huge supercharger. It made upwards of 600hp. I never got to drive it but it was pretty impressive.

[wildernessfieldjournal]

Great to see another jeep variation on the channel. I've always liked the look of the wj and felt that it represents what a luxury SUV should be, tough offroad hardware with a comfy ride and interior. I've ridden offroad in them and was surprised how cushy it was on the trail. Personally, I'm more of an XJ guy but fully respect its bigger brother. Congratulations to your son on the new ride! Looking forward to seeing more vids with Roxy.

[wardsJeepWJ]

I can’t wait to see this new build you guys got going on! Finally a WJ like mine!!

[BNBoogie]

Hey Brad, a build series on this would in my opinion would be great for your channel or a mini series. There are a lot of Cherokee fanatics out there. (There you go Cherokee fans, support from a Wrangler guy.) The Wrangler tends to get all the love because of what it is and all the products out there. Cherokees are great "cheap" 4x4s for the budget minded for those who aren't Wrangler obsessed or don't have the budget. Cherokees need love too!

[johnfitzgerald]

You DO know this is going to become a bigger project. You're in denial🤣

[dong]

Great video on a great vehicle. My daily driver is a '02 WJ Overland currently with only 82k miles. Purchased from my father so it's basically still a "one owner" vehicle. 😁

[mikester]

I got my first WJ yesterday and this video is what sparked my interested for this car! Thank you so much!!

[manny]

Definitely a nice and reliable overland vehicle great find. 👍

[ryanbouchard]

Bought a 2005 WJ this summer found your channel and have been planning a few things such as drawers, fridge, rooftop tent etc. I live in Canada and honestly think you should put some time into this Jeep for the viewers. I noticed I'm not alone I. Thinking this is another great project for TrailRecon. Thanks for the content!

[CMDR-Cody]

I love my WJ its great off road, great on the road, and pretty comfy to camp in.

[dmwil]

One more thing...Keep the videos coming on this thing! We can't wait to see what you do with it!

[thesarge]

Another Jeep in the family, Great video, can't wait to see it evolve

[xjk]

I got a 2004 wj .just go for the 4" lift .I did the IRO 2" then the IRO 4" FULL KIT it's awesome running 32" tires with no trimming.can't wait to see videos on the WJ..👍👍