1985 Jeep CJ-7 Renegade 4x4

Description

The Jeep CJ-7, introduced in 1976, is part of the renowned CJ (Civilian Jeep) series that includes the CJ-5 and can be traced back to the original WWII Willys MB. The CJ-7 brought significant advancements, including a 10-inch longer wheelbase, enhanced suspension, and improved interior comfort, all without affecting off-road performance.

During its production run, The CJ-7’s standard powerplant was a solid inline-six engine, though various years also offered four- and eight-cylinder options. The mill was mated to a three- or four-speed manual transmission, with a five-speed offered in later years, and an optional automatic with full-time Quadra-Trac four-wheel drive was offered for the first time. As production continued, 1977 models received front disc brakes, and 1978 models got a fully boxed frame. They are simple and tough, and like their CJ-5 siblings, CJ-7s have crawled their way into the hearts of enthusiasts, and enjoy a thriving off-road culture.

This 1985 CJ-7 4x4 is said to have been thoroughly refreshed, including a rebuilt engine and transmission, revised suspension, tastefully modified interior, and repainted body. It’s ready to hit the trails.

Highlights 

• Classic-look Renegade 4x4 with refreshed components 

• Rebuilt 4.2-liter inline six-cylinder engine 

• Rebuilt T-5 five-speed manual transmission 

• Refinished in brown with a black interior 

• White hard top and bikini top 

• Classic-look Golden Eagle graphics 

Features 

• 15-inch chrome wheels wearing 33x12.50 15LT BF Goodrich All-Terrain T/A tires with spare 

• RedHead steering box, updated draglink, tie rod, and drop pitman (now tie rod over) 

• Roll bar 

• Bedliner-sprayed interior 

• Aftermarket buckets and fold-down bench seat 

• Three aircraft-grade seat tracks that can be used to tie down cargo 

• 90-mph Speedhut GPS speedometer/odometer, 6,000-rpm tachometer, oil pressure, coolant temp, voltage, and fuel level gauges, and a factory clock 

• Console-mounted Bluetooth stereo with removeable face 

• Rebuilt factory carburetor 

Known Imperfections 

• Carfax reports on 17 January 2005, “Accident reported, minor damage with another motor vehicle, damage to front.”  

• No catalytic converter 

• Tires are older but still have good tread 

• Front KC lights aren’t wired up 

• Horn and clock aren’t working 

• Left rear drum brake cylinder is leaking

• Minor oil leaks from around oil pan/rear main and transfer case 

Included 

• Keys 

• New set of Jeep-specific shop manuals

Ownership History

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places this 1985 Jeep CJ-7 in Nevada, Oklahoma, and Kansas.

The consignor states, “The body of this CJ-7 to my knowledge is original without any rust, and it’s on its first repaint. The current “Golden Eagle” trim is merely a reminder of past Jeeps, as this one is a Renegade. It has an OEM tach and clock, the center odometer was replaced with an electronic unit from Speedhut and now features a GPS speedometer. The hundred-thousand-mile odometer mileage was input from the previous owner and can be changed. The previous owner told me the engine had been rebuilt, but did not have any paperwork to go along with it. However, the startup oil pressure indicates that it has been rebuilt.”