1990 Jeep Grand Wagoneer

Description

The 1990 Jeep Grand Wagoneer marked one of the final years of production for the iconic full-size luxury SUV, which had been in continuous production since 1963. Built on the rugged SJ platform, the Grand Wagoneer was known for its classic woodgrain exterior paneling, plush interior, and off-road capability. By 1990, it was produced under Chrysler, which had acquired American Motors Corporation (AMC) in 1987.

This model year featured a 5.9-liter (360 cu-in) V8 engine paired with a three-speed automatic transmission and full-time four-wheel drive. It came well-equipped with amenities such as leather seats, air conditioning, power windows, and a premium sound system — luxuries that were rare in SUVs at the time. The 1990 edition also included refinements like improved sound insulation and updated trim options.

Only 6,449 units were produced in 1990, making it a relatively rare model year. The Grand Wagoneer’s blend of ruggedness and refinement helped define the luxury SUV segment and left a lasting legacy that continues to influence Jeep’s modern vehicles. As Road & Track magazine wrote at the time, “Though its underpinnings date back decades, the Grand Wagoneer continues to deliver a unique blend of ruggedness and refinement. It’s the Range Rover for the American heartland.”

Highlights

• Original example of America’s first luxury SUV

• Just 6,449 produced in 1990

• Powered by AMC’s 360 cu-in (5.9-liter) V-8

• Three-speed TorqueFlite 727 automatic transmission

• Full-time four-wheel drive

• Finished in Black (DX8) over Sand leather-trimmed seats

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report

Features

• Maintenance in the past five years includes:

  • All hoses

  • All belts

  • Brakes and soft lines

• Upgraded stereo with new speakers

• Air conditioning

• Power windows

• Power door locks

• Cruise control

Known Imperfections

• One well done repaint, but not original

• Roof drain trim missing

• Slight rust bubbling on driver side roof at the roof drain

• Woodgrain side trim original and showing age

Included

• Keys

Ownership History

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places this 1990 Jeep Grand Wagoneer in Vermont, New Jersey, New York, Florida, Connecticut, and back to New York, before returning to New Jersey this year. The consignor reports, “While it had multiple registrations and the last registration was in New York, it was part of the private collection of the owner of Valenti Jeep Dodge Chrysler in Mystic, Connecticut, which is who I purchased it from and picked up at his Jeep Dealership.”