1978 Jeep CJ7 258

Summary:

Frigging awesome

Faults:

Nothing.

General Comments:

This old Jeep, like me, takes a lickin' and keeps on tickin'!

With the river seeping in, this CJ wasn't fazed and it left the riverbed as easy as it entered.

The rough terrain in the adjacent cow pasture was no problem, nor the fence it crushed beneath its Laredo tires.

Climbing the cow hill was a walk in the park, easily negotiating hardwoods and limestone.

Once the summit was reached, this CJ wanted more!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 8th November, 2014

9th Nov 2014, 22:20

Sounds like a nice 4-by'ing trip, but not much else by the way of a review. Keep us posted on tips, repairs, etc if you would please.

1978 Jeep CJ7

Summary:

Totally awesome!

Faults:

Broken axle... and I had to replace the spark plugs...

General Comments:

I would basically die for my CJ7... it completely runs my life! I will definitely buy one for my children. Nothing is better than getting down and dirty in my CJ7!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 27th February, 2006

1978 Jeep CJ7 258

Summary:

They will never duplicate the rough and tough 1978 CJ7

Faults:

For the vehicle being 25 years old, not much...

Had to replace some wiring due to aftermarket tow package wiring problem.

Replaced the valve cover gasket.

Replaced the water pump.

General Comments:

This is the ultimate JEEP!

Seats and interior are perfect.

All gauges and lights work.

T-18A tranny with super low gears for excellent crawl.

I would put this 4X4 up against ANY truck or SUV.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 31st January, 2003

1978 Jeep CJ7 Renegade 304 cubic inch V8

Summary:

One big bundle of joy!!!!!!!!!!..

Faults:

Wiring harness problems. e.g...Heater blower motor goes out in wet weather..

Had one axle flange spin... It is inherent with the AMC model 20 rear differential...

General Comments:

There is not one bad comment you could make about the Jeep CJ series... They handle good off road and decent on road.. There is nothing more gratifying than taking the top off and going on a long drive on the highway or off road..

This is one vehicle that you have to drive, in order to understand the complete automotive experience...

Love my 1978 Jeep CJ-7...

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 2nd November, 2002

20th Feb 2021, 20:15

I totally agree. A fun vehicle and old school manual transmission. I will drive this over a motorcycle, 10% safer and no need to wear a helmet and leather, etc. during the hot summer days.

1978 Jeep CJ7 4.2L 258ci

Summary:

Never be another CJ7 built again

Faults:

Had to fix the flywheel when I bought it.

New starter.

Brake lines.

Little rust, bad wiring, radiator, seats broken, universals, tires, brakes, door locks.

General Comments:

Fun to drive.

Strong go anywhere type of vehicle.

Good rep.

J+e+e+p=Just empty every pocket.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 25th March, 2001

17th May 2001, 11:49

Drove 78 CJ7 from age 16 until age 30. Sent to local repair facility in Mayport Fl had it overhauled and am driving it every day once again at age 35. Best vehicle ever made.

18th Oct 2004, 20:24

I find that last comment EXTREMELY hard to believe.

10th Jul 2006, 15:41

Same Brakes, belts, fluids, bulbs, filters...WOW! That or works in an auto parts store and bought all that for $50.