Description

1978 Jeep CJ5 – The Jeep CJ-5 is a product of Willys-Overland refining the original World War II “jeep.” Starting with the CJ-2A in 1945, subsequent improved models were the CJ-3A and CJ-3B before the introduction of the CJ-5 in 1955. Akin to the original jeep, the CJ-5 was a civilian variant of their M-38A1 military Jeep, which went into production in 1952. When American Motors bought out Kaiser-Jeep in early 1970, the primary motive was to add the successful Jeep name and especially the CJ-5 to its lineup. Even at that, not much changed until 1972, when not one but two V-8s were added as options—AMC’s own 304 and 360 motors. In addition, the 4-cylinder and the V-6 were dropped, replaced by AMC’s 100-horsepower, 232-cid inline six as the standard engine. The popular Renegade package bowed in 1973 and continued to be a choice for Jeep buyer’s through the remainder of the CJ-5’s production run. In 1974, AMC and Levi’s joined marketing forces by offering the Renegade with the Levi’s jeans-style seating (in fact it was really vinyl made to look like denim), continuing through 1978. Other packages included the Super Jeep (1973), Golden Eagle (1977 – 1981), Laredo (1980 – 1983), and Limited (1982 and 1983).

Summer is here and it’s officially Jeep Season! We only inventory the nicer examples and being powered by a V8 is a must. This beautiful, low mile CJ5 has all the right looks and runs great. Cruise around town with the bikini top on or leave it behind and grab a tan while you drive. The new BestTop bucket seats are as comfortable as new Jeep and the upgraded Bluetooth stereo sounds great. A complete list of features and options includes; Factory 304 V8, Rebuilt Carb, Aluminum Radiator, LOKAR Auto Conversion, 4×4, Locking Hubs, SkyJacker Shocks, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Lift, Bikini Top, Pioneer AM/FM/BT Stereo, Chrome Grill/Mirrors/Bumpers, Diamond Plated Entry Steps, Padded Rollbar, Rubber Floormats, KC Fog Lights, Tach, Tilt Steering, Tow Package, Westin Rear Bumper, Spare Tire (w/cover), 15″ Alloy Wheels, and Cooper Discoverer Raised White Letter 31×10.5 Tires! With only 76k miles you can just about guarantee it will retain its current collectability if well maintained. Don’t let this one get away!