Value this CJ7

[finorman]

I don’t know anything about the EFI swap, it might be marginally better, but I doubt it would be that much better than a well tuned carb. Problem would be collecting the computer, wiring, sensors, and retrofitting to a vehicle it was never on. I imagine it would be similar to a Howel injection system on the 258. But, GM did feel it was better and used it until the mid 90’s.

I would either drive it as is, or swap in a SBC or a 4.3 v-6.

My ‘82 was originally an Iron Duke. Previous owner swapped in the 232 from a 79 Spirit. He only used the Jeep around his property near cottonwood, az. If the 151 was underpowered for just running around the hills in Arizona, I can’t imagine it would be much fun on a highway. City street should be fine. (I’ll bet my original engine is still in the barn of the original owner. Wish I had grabbed it when buying the Jeep.)

Just curious if you think the Jeep is more valuable with the original 151, or with the greater power of the I6.

 

[ag4ever]

Jeeps are tools, not really collectors items.

Unless it is 100% original and in perfect shape, it is worth more in a good usable shape. Be that modified or stock.

If you are buying it with intents on it appreciating in value, you are better off buying real estate or stocks.

Build it to how you want to use it, when you are ready to sell, there will be a buyer for it.

 

[Randyzzz]

I had the Iron Duke in my 82 when I bought it. It had a T176 and 3.54 gears. It was actually quite fun around town with the stock 235/15 tires. It would hold 60 no problem on level ground, but long grades were it’s nemesis. I don’t think it could run A/C without a considerable power loss. Mine also had 269k on it…. I swapped in a 350 and it was a lot of fun then. If that was mine I’d probably do a 4.0 swap and AX15 5 speed.

 

[finorman]

Jeeps are tools, not really collectors items.

Unless it is 100% original and in perfect shape, it is worth more in a good usable shape. Be that modified or stock.

If you are buying it with intents on it appreciating in value, you are better off buying real estate or stocks.

Build it to how you want to use it, when you are ready to sell, there will be a buyer for it.

100% agree... however, I'm always amazed at how much money and effort people sometimes spend depreciating their vehicle.