1965 Jeep Wagoneer J-100 4x4

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Jeep's 1965 sales brochure called its J-100 Series two- and four-wheel-drive models "Unstoppable" and "Classic beauty built for duty.” While that may still be true, most classic Wagoneers enjoy a more leisurely lifestyle these days.

Introduced in November 1962 for the 1963 model year, the Jeep Wagoner was a successor to the Willys Jeep Station Wagon that had been built since 1946. The Wagoneer was designed by industrial designer Brooks Stevens and engineer Dave Nutting, and it was one of the first vehicles to combine four-wheel drive capabilities with the amenities of a passenger car — an early iteration of what we now call a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV).

The Wagoneer was built on the Jeep SJ chassis shared with Jeep Gladiator/J-Series trucks, and it featured a squared exterior design with a spacious interior that included two bench seats and a rear cargo area. Under the hood, the two- and four-wheel-drive models were powered by a 230 cubic-inch Tornado inline six-cylinder engine that produced 140 horsepower. The engine could be paired with either a three-speed manual transmission or GM Turbo Hydramatic 400 (TH400) automatic.

This four-door 1965 Jeep Wagoneer J-100 4x4 was brought out of long-term storage in 2021 and made roadworthy again by its new owner. 

Highlights 

• Offered from The Burnyzz Collection   

• Finished in White Cap paint over green vinyl interior 

• Powered by a 230 cu-in Tornado inline six-cylinder engine rated at 140 horsepower 

• Column-shifted three-speed manual transmission 

• Four-wheel drive with floor-shifted transfer case 

• The data plate decodes as: 

  • Paint: 224 – White Cap 

  • Trim: 181 – Blue vinyl with bench seat (now green vinyl)

Features  

• Service/maintenance performed in 2021: 

  • Drained and flushed fuel system, replaced the carburetor 

  • Drained and flushed the cooling system, replaced all hoses 

  • Oil change and new filter 

  • Cleaned and honed wheel cylinders, flushed brake system, replaced hoses 

  • New points, condenser, plugs 

  • New fan belt 

  • Cleaned engine bay 

  • Checked and replaced bulbs 

  • New Custom 428 A/S 235/75R15 whitewall tires 

  • New DieHard Gold battery 

• White Bakelite steering wheel 

• Bench seats embossed with Jeep logo 

• Front seat belts 

• Dash instrumentation: 100 mph speedometer and odometer, fuel level and water temperature gauges, and warning lights for oil and amps 

• Dash speaker (no radio) 

• Tailgate 

• Limited slip differential 

• 15-inch white-painted steel wheels with Jeep self-lock hubcaps (by Kelly) 

Known Imperfections 

• Paint chips on front driver’s side fender near Jeep lettering 

• Paint chips on gas cap 

• Paint scratched and minor wear in rear cargo area 

Included 

• Spare tire (mounted underneath) 

• Owner’s manual 

• Accessories and Special Equipment pamphlet  

• Kelly All-Steel Self-Lock Hubs pamphlet 

• Past registration documents 

• Dealer maintenance reminder sleeve on driver’s sun visor 

Ownership History

This garage-kept 1965 Jeep Wagoneer is offered from The Burnyzz Collection of no reserve automobiles. “The original owner purchased it new from PennMar Motors in LaVale, Maryland. He never married and had no children, so when he passed away, he left the Wagoneer to his neighbors, who were like family. They titled the Jeep, stored it in their garage, and never drove it. The third owner purchased the Wagoneer in January 2021 and did all the mechanical work to make it roadworthy again.” 

Additional Notes  

Sales Tax Notice to Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia Bidders: Because this car is located in Florida, Hagerty Marketplace may be required to collect and remit Florida sales tax on your purchase, even if you plan to register it outside of Florida.  Unlike most other states, the states of Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia may not provide a full credit against sales taxes paid to Florida.  For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Florida that are sold to residents of another state.