1980 Jeep CJ-7 4-Speed

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The 1980 Jeep CJ-7 was one of the most celebrated variants of the iconic Civilian Jeep line, arriving at a moment when Jeep was eager to push its rugged machines upmarket without sacrificing off-road credibility.

The CJ-7 itself had debuted in 1976, offering a longer wheelbase than the CJ-5 and, crucially, enough room for an automatic transmission and a proper hardtop. By 1980, AMC — which had acquired Jeep from Kaiser in 1970 — introduced the Laredo package as a luxury-trim option designed to attract buyers who wanted trail capability wrapped in refinement. The Laredo brought chrome bumpers, a full soft top, carpeted interior, special badging, and a brushed-aluminum dashboard that felt genuinely premium for a bare-bones off-roader.

The V8 option came courtesy of AMC’s 304ci (5.0L) V8, robust enough to handle serious terrain and highway cruising alike. Paired with either the Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 automatic or a T176 4-speed manual transmission, the CJ-7 Laredo gave drivers genuine grunt on and off the road.

Showing just over 31,100 miles, this CJ-7 wears triple-black paint, top, and upholstery, as well as Laredo badging.

This 1980 Jeep CJ-7 is now offered by the selling dealer at no reserve with a clean Georgia title.

Highlights

• Offered from the Burnyzz Collection of May vehicles

• 304ci (5.0L) V8 with 4-speed manual transmission

• Black paint with silver stripes and graphics

• Black vinyl bucket seats

• Black full soft top

• Laredo graphics

Factory Equipment

• High-back seats with purse straps

• Center console

• Part-time four-wheel drive

• Dana 30 front axle

• AMC 20 rear axle

• Dual-range transfer case

• Locking front hubs

• Power disc front brakes

• Power steering

Modifications

• 15” chrome steel wheels

• AM/FM Radio with auxiliary and Bluetooth

• Dual exhaust with FlowMaster mufflers

Servicing & Documentation

• Recent 31x10.50R15LT BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A tires

• A reproduction VIN sticker has been fitted to the dash

Known Imperfections

• Scratches and scuffs as shown in the gallery

• Touched up rock chips behind the drivers side front tire

• Light scuffs on the chrome bumper on the rear passenger side

Ownership History

This 1980 Jeep CJ-7 is offered from the Burnyzz Collection of May vehicles.

Additional Information

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