Buy These Now...Before It's TOO LATE! The 2000 Jeep Cherokee XJ Sport

We grew up with them...they were sold for ages. The XJ Jeep Cherokee is a legendary vehicle. But they're getting hard to find. Check out this pristine 2000 model as Doug takes it around town, and shows off some of the upgrades and features on the facelifted post-97 model.

[@KC0MCS]

I have a 1998 Jeep XJ that I purchased from my brother in 2009. She had 160k back then. Just turned 300k yesterday and still going strong. She is well cared for. I do have a lot of off road modifications done but I have not, and will not cut her up. I love my XJ and will keep her alive for as long as I can. Oh, and it's a 5 speed manual.

[@DougsCars]

Oooooh a manual!!! Nice. I had a 2002 WJ with the 4.0 that had over 400,000 miles on it...several videos about it on this channel!

[@aesa3628]

I am from dubai and I have 2 jeep cherokee xj a 1998 manual transmission and a 2001 auto and I am planning to keep them.. Great jeeps

[@DougsCars]

Yes they are! Glad you can hold on to them.

[@hakkuraaz]

Bro.. I'm here in uae..,can you suggest witch year is best from XJ ,and automatic or manual is best..? more what I need to look when I buy..? Pls..

[@popcola1462]

@@hakkuraaz you will love both. Manuals are rarer than automatics. Well at least in the stats they are. My uncle who is a professional mechanic never even seen a manual xj till he saw mine. But I've owned both and if you can buy either you will be happy. The discussion for if it's better or not to me is what you prefer. I love manual vehicles.

[@Castrati007]

I'm on my 3rd cherokee as of now! I had a stock blacked out 87 with only rims and tires done to it (absolutely spotless). Then I bought a chopped up off roading one. Which I didn't like so much because it gave the jeep too much of an aggressive vibe. Now I have a silver one on a 4.5 inch lift with rims and tires. Without any cuts. It has zero rust. I absolutely love the old school cherokees. If anyone is thinking about getting one do it. You wont regret it!

[@DougsCars]

Yes! To all of this!! Mine was a ‘91 Laredo. Black with grey fender flares. Grey luggage fabric interior.

[@mysterjd34]

I have a beautiful 2001 I picked up. These are getting expensive in good condition.

[@DougsCars]

Final year, right? That’s a big deal!

[@mysterjd34]

@@DougsCars Final year, all leather, heated seats, power seats, power mirrors

[@DougsCars]

@@mysterjd34 Absolute. Perfection!

[@796andy2]

just got a super clean original owner service records since new 99 2door !! been looking for a clean 2 door for years...

[@mysterjd34]

@@796andy2 hell yeah. Nice work

[@simons9824]

I've had 4 XJ's and loved every one. The 2001 Sport I have now is in fantastic shape, love this damn thing. Best SUV of all time!

[@DougsCars]

They’re so good!

[@JS-yj7ow]

I’ve got an ‘87. 330k ( would have more, but it’s not my only vehicle) minimal work needed other than what you’d expect for an ‘87... Still runs like I just drove it off the lot. Got rear ended last summer, then stolen, but I got her back, got the tailgate repaired, A far better rig than the compass I bought after the accident. XJs are forever.

[@DougsCars]

First year of the 4.0!

[@JS-yj7ow]

@@DougsCars yup!

[@dongoble1792]

I have owned two XJ's and still own the second one. One of the best vehicles jeep ever made in my opinion.

[@DougsCars]

Agreed!!

[@MaritimeFox]

I've just bought a 1998 XJ in the UK. Chilli pepper red and pretty much stock apart from a 3" lift. No rust underneath and it's in immaculate condition. The guy sold it for cheap because it has a coolant leak and he didn't want the hassle of fixing it. 😮. I got it for a steal. Just for the record, us Brits say leaf springs too. I've never heard anyone refer to them as cart springs 🤷‍♂️

[@sinbadk.7667]

Bought mine a year ago for $5500 with about 130k miles on it. Put about $3000 worth of repair into it, but I think it’s worth it. Very little surface rust, and it runs great, burns almost zero oil. Only real problems I have with it is that it won’t start on the first try and check engine light comes on every now and then with no DTC. Happy with it and hope I have it for a while

[@DougsCars]

Maybe a ground issue?

[@sinbadk.7667]

@@DougsCars been thinking the fuel pump. Not sure though. Can’t check the fuel filter because it’s inside the tank

[@DougsCars]

@@sinbadk.7667 Oh good call!

[@ft-sd6ux]

I’m not a car guy by any means but this vehicle fell into my lap and now I’m in love. Friend of mine moved on short notice and needed it gone ASAP. He knew I was desperate for a new vehicle and didn’t have much money. Got a 1990 Laredo 4 door 4x4 with 185k miles for only 1500$! All it needed was a new battery and has been running strong. I had no idea what an iconic vehicle it was until after I bought it. It’s stock, only a little surface rust and he installed a pop out touch screen radio, new speakers and had a shop put in a new headliner. Man this thing was a steal deal. It’s in the shop getting painted (gun metal grey) and I am going crazy waiting for it to finish so I can do some maintenance work on it. Maybe I’ll post a video on it this weekend.

[@DougsCars]

Oh wow! I had a black ‘91 Laredo 4x4 that my mom bought new. Gunmetal sounds like a great choice!

[@100celt9]

Hi from England.I have 2 xj's. A 96 I have on the road running on LPG. And a 94 I've had for 21 years ive kept for spares but now considered putting back on the road as they are rocking horse poo rare now and crazy money. Everyone wanted grand cherokee's until fairly recently but now the price's of the two jeeps have traded places. My dad worked at land rover for 40 years until BMW took it over, forced him off the spanners to work in an office and gave him a nervous breakdown. So I will never own a L/R and guess what. Almost maintenance free and no oil on my drive. Love to all fellow jeep lovers.

[@DougsCars]

Rocking horse poo! I’ve gotta remember that one. Sounds like the ‘94 will live on...nice.

[@Elijah-pd6qx]

I had a 2000 a couple years back I sold, and then just had a 99 cherokee in mint shape and i got into a head on collision accident where my jeep ended up flipping on its roof and the roof caved in just before my head and airbag pushed me back. I owe my life to the beast cherokee i called Red rover. Searching for my next one now!

[@DougsCars]

Glad that you’re safe! Good luck with the hunt!

[@eagleone5456]

I'm two years late but the XJ is surprisingly strong. I heard a lot of talk about them being death traps due to rolling, well.. buddy and I were doing about 70 on a old mining road and rolled several times. (sway bars are necessary) Ended up with some glass in the forearm and that's it. No seat belt and totally sober lol.

[@JEEPDadXJ]

I just picked a 1996 XJ SPORT with just over 388,000 on the 4.0L. I also have a 2000 TJ soft top with 190k on it. I've had 5 JEEP's now total over the years and am a Lifer.

[@rickrichter9445]

Mine is in the shop now. The guy gave me the estimate.......$$$. I told him go ahead & fix it, I love that XJ.

[@DougsCars]

Worth it!

[@officialWWM]

I have a 98 and it has taken me everywhere. I love it, cause when it breaks, I can’t fix it. Here in Australia, good clean ones are getting hard to find and prices are sky rocketing!

[@DougsCars]

Same here, good clean ones are gone.

[@acdc943]

I got a non chopped 99, 250k on it, runs just as smooth as it did at 100k. The only jeep I will ever own, I drive it everyday with no issues. I hit overheating issues around 200k, replaced water pump and thermostat and shes been going on up to date. Definitely my dream car, THEY DONT DIE! Just keep up with maintenance, my 95 trail xj is almost pushing 500k 👌 (mercedes/chrysler for the win)

[@DougsCars]

Very cool!!

[@behtrm]

XJs are Jeep’s 4Runners. Solid vehicles

[@leslylopez5325]

Omg I’m so excited getting a 2001 4x4 in TX for 4K soon!

[@DougsCars]

Oh wow congratulations!! Enjoy it :)

[@BrodieBr0]

on my 4th XJ and I agree they're getting harder to find now in decent condition. Main thing that kills them is road salt in winter areas. The 1990 XJ I have now has been undercoated with 4 coats of POR-15 underneath and under the carpets. Hoping it lasts me! haha

[@DougsCars]

Oh a ‘90, nice!!

[@DYNOMUHT]

My 2000 is a northeast native. Snow and bad weather has completely slaughtered my unibody.. but I still drive it. Can’t let it go. Soon as I hit the powerball I’m going to the Cherokee dealer and buying one stock

[@whodatmatt4498]

I've owned 3 XJ's. 2 2-door and 1 4-door. Love these things. Always like to see a clean, well-kept one rolling down the road.

[@DougsCars]

Yes, me too!

[@robertlawrence2609]

XJs are great. I got my first one from a lady at work for scrap, i only had to pay her for the tires on it. It was a '94. I fixed it instead of scrapping it and ended up driving it for nine years as my daily driver. Sure, I had to fix a bunch of things over the years and it finally rotted out to where I didn't want to fix it anymore, but it sold me. Now I have three, two '98s and a '96. None of them are chopped up or cut. Both '98s are near perfect with no rust in the floors or frame at all. Everything is still painted underneath! The '96 needed floor pans, but those are available. Do yourself a favor and shoot some transmission fluid in the bottoms of the doors. I noticed at the end you have some rust there. If you pour some fluid inside and let it drain out, it'll coat the metal and stop that. When the weather breaks I'm going to do the same thing with my rocker panels, I'll just drill a hole on top and squeeze it in. And if your check engine code happens to be P0455 for large evap leak, check the steel vapor line from the vapor canister to the gas tank, it's only about a foot and a half line but it rusts out and that's where the leak is. Damn thing drove me crazy trying to find it!

[@DougsCars]

Wow, some absolutely amazing information here! I believe you are correct about that code for evap...thanks!! Appreciate it!

[@BushmasterM4A3]

I second the transmission fluid in the doors. Did that to both of mine years ago and they are holding up great.

[@papablista627]

All the windows are actually fed from the passenger side and some times the solder joints on the drivers switch need to be re soldered which if you have that problem I would check first.

[@DougsCars]

Yeah that harness is a major problem.

[@neighborsgoat]

Hi! New, proud owner of a rust-free 2 door diesel XJ from 1999, in Europe. Love the car (not so much the Italian 2.5 Liter engine); intend to keep it as stock as possible! And yes, you were right back then: these get from month to month more and more expensive and hard to find in a stock version!

[@DougsCars]

Now that’s one I’ve never driven, a diesel! Only sold overseas. But a 2 door is super rare anywhere. Have fun!

[@erikacuatro9938]

Bringing my sport back from Germany! Not leaving my baby behind 😊

[@DougsCars]

Bi-continental XJ! How cool! Viel Glück!

[@tomsmith2361]

In 1993 I shipped my new 93 XJ to Stuttgart, Germany and brought it back in 1996. Sold it 2019 . Bought a mint 2001 XJ a few months later and it’s even nicer. Good luck 👍

[@IamSalty45]

Got an 01 Cherokee Limited in really good shape with 182k miles recently. So far I love it, plan on keeping it for a long time.

[@DougsCars]

Oh wow, top of the line!

[@IamSalty45]

Even came with a full set of the Icon wheels... 4 plus the spare... I was really excited about that!

[@DougsCars]

@@IamSalty45 Fantastic find!!

[@IamSalty45]

I enjoyed the video, thats a nice Sport edition you had there.

[@DougsCars]

@@IamSalty45 I appreciate it, my buddy who owns it also has a Grand Wagoneer that I’ve made videos of.

[@kjamesjr]

When I bought my first XJ 12 years ago it was “there’s millions of them, wheel them till they die” buying my second, clean XJ, last year “there’s none left, save them and jack up the price”. Got it for a steal at 120k miles. Could probably turn around and sell it for 3x’s what I paid today. Ridiculous.

[@DougsCars]

Glad you managed to get one before they got crazy!

[@papablista627]

There are still million's of them , people have just figured out what they have and are keeping them !

[@noko4247]

just bought a 2000 with 140k miles. drives really well. i love this vehicle

[@DougsCars]

Sweetness!

[@NacionJeep]

Here in California it’s very difficult to find a stock one and if found they want 6k+ it’s seems it will soon become a classic and price will increase to the sky .

[@DougsCars]

And most are probably rust free there!

[@techspot6515]

I have a 98 Jeep Cherokee XJ turned 308,000 Miles..Treat the XJ with respect do your maintenance & upkeeps... XJ won’t let you down.... 😊❤️😊

[@DougsCars]

And as my buddy learned with the one I featured here...check for rust!

[@cherokeefit4248]

I got mine and it’s my summer toy. It’s sitting in heated storage with a fresh oil change and 91 grade gas and under a breathable tarp.

[@DougsCars]

Sounds PERFECT!

[@eagleone5456]

Just bought a 2000 with 213k auto. Not too bad in the rust department but have some wiring and alternator to replace. Runs, but dont have much confidence in it. Maybe my previous ZJs just leave me fearing getting stuck.

[@popcola1462]

Doug in 20 more years this will be a dream car to some.

[@DougsCars]

Yes!!!

[@BobCummins]

I had a 2000 XJ Classic 4X4 the same color. I drove it 8 1/2 years. Loved it.

[@DougsCars]

Great car.

[@ancientsalt4291]

I just bought an 01 60th anniversary edition that the previous owner converted to a 5 spd manual. Full trim with leather, heated seats, near mint interior. 184K on it and in WI so its getting rusty on the rockers fenders and wheel well lips behind the flares. Im planning to remove the flares and cut away the rust to re-build "steel flat-top" flares to open the wheel wells just a bit to give tire clearance and reduces damage if I side swipe a rock or tree. Also replace the quarter panels and rockers, install a 4 inch lift, and 33" tires. It will look mostly original besides the lift kit and other mechanical upgrades and a winch as well.. I want to keep it daily driver friendly, but can also get on some adventurous routes as well. So in the end, its not going to be cut up in any real noticeable way.

[@DougsCars]

NICE!

[@Soothsayer-rs5nb]

I have a 96 2 wheel drive with the HO 4.0. She really moves without all the 4wd weight !

[@maggotbrain2182]

2wd xj gang💪

[@DougsCars]

Now THAT is a rare beast!!

[@DougsCars]

@@maggotbrain2182 There needs to be a club.

[@gearsnstuff7330]

I bought a '95 (That my Aunt bought new in '95) For $1. Best Dollar I've spent, that old beast has yet to let me down

[@DougsCars]

Now there’s the steal of the century!

[@Cowboy66SEVEN]

I’ve recently bought a 2001 Jeep Cherokee xj limited with 250.000 miles. At one point the engine was rebuilt. It does have some rust that needs fixing and a small oil leak and low oil pressure. But overall pretty good condition for what it is. I got a pretty good deal on it. I’d say for nice Jeep xj’s it’s pretty much too late nice xj’s are going for 5000 10000 15000 dollars. But LOOKOUT there. There is still plenty of good deals out there. One time I was scrolling through Facebook marketplace looking for xj’s and I found one. It was a 1 owner car it was well maintained it had little to no rust and 184.000 miles. And to top things off it was a limited model. For sale for $2200!!! That sounded like one hell of a deal so I messaged the guy asking if it was available and he said yes. I thought for like 30 mins should I buy the thing. That’s where I screwed up BIGTIME! Because I messaged the guy asking if i could come look and he responded saying that someone’s already coming to look at the thing. The next day the listing was completely gone. Proof that he sold it off to someone else. I was like DAMN If I would’ve responded earlier I probably could have bought the thing. Even though I felt ABSOLUTELY CRUSHED with disappointment I didn’t give up. I kept looking for 5 months then I found my Jeep. Did need some work but it was the exact specs that I wanted it was the color I wanted and it was a limited model. So I went and looked at the Jeep and bought the thing. I felt like the happiest man in the world. Knowing that I got a Jeep that I wanted for a LONG TIME. It was making me think that if I responded to the other Facebook listing I could’ve bought that nice $2200 xj. But I’m not gonna be too regretful here because despite the problems. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE MY JEEP. These Cherokee xj’s are a hot commodity nowadays. People will line up to buy these things. Very thankful I was able to get mine.

[@DougsCars]

Glad you got a Limited, my fave!

[@TheGuitarist36]

Hey Doug, i'm in the UK and i own a 1998 Jeep Cherokee XJ with the 2.5 tdi VM engine which is a manual, very torquey not much top speed but plenty of pull.

[@DougsCars]

Never driven one (we didn't get the diesel)

[@steveh5005]

2009 owned a UK RHD Orvis 4Ltr 2000 45,000 miles sold it. Just bought a rare LHD 3 door 2.5 manual Green with beige interior with 173000 km Spanish plates. Getting hard to find.

[@DougsCars]

We were just talking about how rare the 4 cylinders are!

[@derrinpickett9948]

I just picked up my First Cherokee XJ a 1993 Sport. Female owned with 175,000 miles in really really good shape. The alternator locked up and it smoked the serpintine belt and lady thought she cooked the engine. It was parked in her garage for 5 years. When I went to look at it I took a good battery and with a shot of starting fluid it started right up. It's red with grey interior. If I'm outside in the driveway very often somebody will drive by and turn around and ask me if it's for sale.

[@DougsCars]

Wow, what a way to get one! Sounds like a great purchase...early 90s ones are my fave, pre facelift but 4.0!

[@derrinpickett9948]

@@DougsCars This is my third Jeep. I've got 95 YJ with 4cyl and had a 93 YJ with a 4.0L for only about a month. Got rid of it because frame was just to far gone. Wow did it run good thou, it really surprised me. I sold it and that afternoon I got the Cherokee. Aside from alternator the front brake on drivers side was locked up. Unfortunately everything is old so I've had to replace All the brakes and of course the brake lines and now the master cylinder. Now the for the suspension. Super low rust Cherokee with solid rockers is hard to find in Indiana so I figure it's worth it.

[@DougsCars]

@@derrinpickett9948 Well, rehabbing the brakes after it sat so long isn’t a bad thing. Granted I didn’t take my own advice for the Range Rover Classic I pulled out of a field, but...

[@jayshaw63]

I bought my '98 5-speed new. I can't believe the fuss he makes about the turn signal lever. As long as it works, who cares if it "feels cheep"?

[@jovannyguevara5051]

i got a 2001 XJ sport no rust , 140k with the 4.0 and got it for 2k. So far it’s been a really good car and also to work on as well. Mines a 2wd model. Mines also bone stock still.

[@DougsCars]

Now that’s a rare one!

[@olivarezbling]

I was just offered 2 jeeps XJs 1w/167k miles 2 owners for 3800$ and the other one also a 2001 for 3200$ elderly owned both 4x4 still debating which one to get ..!!!

[@robertashley2714]

I love my 1999 XJ. I paid five figures for it in 2019. It does need a lot of little repairs, because things are worn out after 22 years. Engine oil seals, brake lines, wheel bearings, universal joints, etc. It has been fairly expensive to own. It is a great vehicle, but go in with your eyes open if you are planning to buy. It takes some love, labor, and dollars to keep it on the road. The nice thing is that it is fairly simple to fix most things. You can save quite a bit if you are willing to do the work yourself. I am planning to use it as an overland vehicle once I get the repairs sorted.

[@DougsCars]

Absolutely do the work yourself if you can on these!

[@brynjaminjones]

Great video Doug - you've got me feeling all nostalgic about my XJ now! I actually pick mine up from the bodyshop tomorrow after having a load of rust repaired, I can't wait!

[@DougsCars]

Oh thanks! You’ll get to enjoy the driving experience all over again tomorrow :)

[@BradleyBeeksAdventures]

I got a 2000 Cherokee sport last night, I recently had a 1997 Cherokee sport, 1992 Cherokee sport (2 door) and a 1995 YJ. Love them so much!

[@DougsCars]

Yes!! Congrats! Drove the one in the video (still on loan to me) about 60 miles today. Loved it!

[@BradleyBeeksAdventures]

@@DougsCars nice man! I love the channel and going to subscribe right now, would be cool to get one back, I’ll be posting videos of my Jeep here soon!

[@daisyv5038]

Someone is giving me one next week. I lost my soul mate/home & shelter, 94 dodge Dakota, in a head-on crash. The tow yard people are helping me with the jeep. Honestly, compared to my Dak, these look really fancy! I'll be removing the back seats to camper-fy it.

[@BradleyBeeksAdventures]

@@daisyv5038 nice man, sucks for the crash but I’m sure you’ll love the jeep, I will be posting videos of mine here soon.

[@georgelawrence6554]

I have a 2000 sport, love it great vehicle!

[@DougsCars]

Excellent choice!!

[@highwayxj9397]

Glad I have mine. On my 3rd. This one is my best one

[@DougsCars]

I may have to pick one up.

[@phillawson9930]

I like that you’re driving through university of Richmond in your college car. Noticed and appreciated! 😂

[@DougsCars]

Haha it was Thanksgiving Break and I needed a quiet place to film 🤣

[@williamj768]

i have an 88 Limited I bought new. Been sitting for 22 years in the garage. Currently used as a cabinet for flower pots. no body rot. no torn up interior. I might give it a wash and take it out for ice cream

[@DougsCars]

Oooh yes, do it!!

[@williamj768]

@@DougsCars But the gold wheels are too much to bear

[@MajorWeakness]

The best value in 4x4. I've got 2 of them!

[@DougsCars]

Nice!!! Best hold on to them.

[@MajorWeakness]

@@DougsCars i do plan on keeping

[@DougsCars]

@@MajorWeakness Excellent!

[@jasonmarcus9051]

Got a 01 2wd sport a few weeks ago from a friend, already put new tie rod, drag link, all new gaskets, lift kit and some 31s, I live in a flat desert, so I really have no need for 4 wheel drive around here, it’ll get through on its own like nothing considering the weight of it and short wheel base

[@DougsCars]

Those are pretty rare, too!

[@mouseinlife]

Got a 2000 last year with a 180k on it, still going strong but I'm glad I'm not the only one who's had the electric lock issue on it

[@DougsCars]

Those wires kink and break in all of them, glad yours is going strong!

[@boneheded2819]

Back up cameras are available for the XJ's and Ksuspension has a remote start kit you can get for them to.

[@DougsCars]

I use Crutchfield for my aftermarket audio equipment!

[@popcola1462]

1996 XJ 4.0 5 speed manual. ALL ORIGINAL!!!!!! it does need some restoration but I will never get rid of it.

[@DougsCars]

Excellent spec!

[@franciscorojas274]

Just bought mine rough paint and dents lots of leaks 1989 pioneer with 220k miles. For $1800 no Ac here in Phoenix az after looking at about 10 of them it was the closest thing to stock and driveable. I plan on restoring it and 3 inch lift and wheels. I have a Camaro ss and new Ford maverick and work from home my cars only get 1k miles a year hah

[@DougsCars]

Sounds like a fun project though! How's the Maverick, I haven't seen one yet?

[@mikeproctor3664]

It belonged to a VA State Trooper / retired that had drove it up in the mountains shooting groundhogs back in the day

[@DougsCars]

Perfect for that!

[@juliomartino1511]

I just bought one with over 2 hundred thousand miles and it runs great can't complain.love 🙃it's a JEEP thing💯

[@DougsCars]

Excellent purchase, good luck and have fun!

[@juliomartino1511]

@@DougsCars we just have 13 inches of snow htin Indiana I was playing with my xj and I got stuck but it came out with ezz this will be my 3 Jeep I ever own I had a 94 wrangler and a 98 xj by far there good investment . once again I can't complain it's a JEEP thing 💯🇺🇸 American made 👍

[@DougsCars]

@@juliomartino1511 What a great time to have one! That’ll handle snow with no problem.

[@Raiz48]

I have XJ classic 2000. a real stand out vehicle

[@DougsCars]

They really are great!

[@tactlcal_bacon_bits4773]

I picked up the same about a year and a half ago, lifted with tires, upgraded cooling system, exhaust, flared fenders, rear bumper with tire carrier for $4200. I plan on holding onto it until it skyrockets in value

[@kafilkavich707]

I have the same exact XJ / color! Mine's nearly fully restored, the engine, front end suspension etc.. is basically all new, it drives amazing, I'm never selling it!

[@DougsCars]

That’s awesome!!

[@Ratdaddy752]

Just traded for one and blew a head gasket the same day. I don't even care. They're like a TJ wrangler with more room inside. Spectacular

[@DougsCars]

It’ll be good for another 100-200k miles once fixed!!

[@cbscbs5780]

I’ll never sell my 97xj currently has 175k with 3in lift on 31’ ko2s. Usually get an offer placed on my windshield a week. In the process of redoing the headliner.

[@DougsCars]

Oh, KO2s, my favorite.

[@ericunderwood1186]

I have 2 1999 Cherokee Sports, 1 Forrest Green and the other one Jet Black. Damn things run like a champ. Both are in good shape except the Forrest Green one I'm in the process of having the rocker panels replaced because of rust on the rear rocker panels. Other than that still a great running jeep. 👍👍

[@DougsCars]

Sounds like a great pair of XJs! Only going up in value.

[@jeffg4093]

The woman that does my wife's hair has a 2001 XJ Sport that is in exceptional shape with less than 70K on the odometer. Her and her now late husband bought it new in '01

[@DougsCars]

Wow that’s some low miles.

[@MrDaBears83]

There are Many in Colorado! I have a 95 Cherokee XJ and see about 4 or 5 a day

[@DougsCars]

Great!! Love to see them around.

[@mcho550]

I don't have a problem with the turn signal stalk. I suppose when you pull for the high beams you would feel it. They should never have gone away with the foot switch.

[@DougsCars]

I like the floor mount as well, but I think they caused water ingress/rust issues in some hard core wintery areas...

[@dereckvankirk6847]

I have 4 xjs all sports one with working sun roof and all run and drive perfect have lot's of money in them and cherish my Jeeps they take me everywhere cherokee for life 😎

[@DougsCars]

Sunroof, that’s gotta be rare!!

[@dereckvankirk6847]

It's a 2000 work's don't leak I took it to the blessing of the Jeeps in messick michigan there had to be a thousand exchange there and people were taking pictures and nobody has ever seen a working sun roof on xj it's my wife's jeep I'm about to put a brand new motor in it has All new steering lift and axals she loves it

[@DougsCars]

@@dereckvankirk6847 That sounds awesome!!

[@fortifiedwithjamisonstagaa6636]

I have two, owned 8. They are incredible! Just made a cool vid of my 2 door!

[@DougsCars]

Oh now that’s rare! I’ll check it out!

[@796andy2]

check out the one I just got !! big plans ...

[@jimhudson937]

I like the orange tail pipe

[@iamthewulf]

I have as of right now, a 1990 wagoneer limited xj, a 1992 built xj and my built yj. We have 4 cherokees in our yard, ive owned personally 8 xjs. Best years were late 91-95.

[@DougsCars]

That is a glorious collection!

[@iamthewulf]

@@DougsCars thank you. Its been years in the making. We have a 54 willys, a 80 cj5 , half if a cj7. We are a legit jeep family.

[@DougsCars]

That is totally amazing!! You don’t happen to live in Florida…I’d love to come see this fleet!

[@iamthewulf]

@@DougsCars no im all the way up in south nj

[@DougsCars]

Ha, no worries! Keep them out of the salt 🤣

[@bombdiggitydave3881]

How about showing some love for the Grand Cherokee 1st generation? The 1995 ZJ Jeep Grand Cherokee is the evolution of the XJ. The ZJ, in the Laredo or Limited trim, is a great, restorable 4x4 also, in my opinion. Less and less out there in original shape. The 4.0 Power Tech Inline 6 cylinder with the 242 4 speed auto transmission, 231 transfer case (Command Trac) and Dana 30 rear diff, 35 front diff. 4 wheel DISK brakes, including the advanced, 4 link control arms front and rear, and coil spring suspension all round. Hard to beat....very hard truck for the knowledgeable Jeep lover. What say you?

[@DougsCars]

I certainly would; I just don’t have one at my disposal! Do you follow David Tracy? He has several, including a completely base spec crank window manual trans ZJ!

[@bombdiggitydave3881]

Thanks for responding Doug. i don't follow David, but, will find his channel and subscribe. Btw, I did enjoy your XJ walkaround and rundown. Well done Sir!

[@DougsCars]

@@bombdiggitydave3881 Why thank you! If you like Jeep stuff...especially rusty ones...David’s the resource!

[@bombdiggitydave3881]

Actually, Doug, as it turns out. I have been for a couple years and do subscribe to JALAPNIK, aka, David Tracy, just didnt remember his name associated with his channel name, which is different. Yes. I like this young mans gusto, for the JEEP brand, in all its variables. Well into my fifth decade on the planet, I really apprecaite, the cars and 4x4s I grew up with, as you said you do also. Lately, I have developed a passion for all things electrified in transportation, some amazing advancements with this technology and its future.

[@DougsCars]

@@bombdiggitydave3881 Oh good, glad you know who he is. I also like electrics, I have a used/CPO BMW i3 that I’ve made some videos of too, if you’re bored haha! My last one was meant to be funny, but the electric car aficionados took it the wrong way and hated it. Oh well!

[@RobotFilms101]

Picking mine up for 6.5 on friday. Legendary first car :)

[@DougsCars]

Mine was my first too!! Great deal :)

[@MrDochorrible]

Driving with a CEL and using pliers to shift is the most XJ thing I've ever seen.

[@DougsCars]

Thankfully those have been fixed.

[@MrDochorrible]

@@DougsCars Hah! Great video. The XJ is a treasure. I've got a 98 with nearly 150k on the odo. I recently bought a new vehicle because driving around in Texas can be kind of scary in the XJ with F250s and semis tailgating you at 80mph, but I couldn't bear to part with it so I actually just sold the new vehicle. I guess I'll just stay off the highway.

[@DougsCars]

@@MrDochorrible They are pretty small! Be careful :)

[@michaelhernandez8090]

I got bought myself a 98 xj a few days ago and I love it

[@DougsCars]

Excellent choice!

[@cheryl.woodyanderson1566]

Ill never sell mine and its not mint but its not crappy either ..i dont care what its worth .

[@DougsCars]

Yes , KEEP HER!!

[@sean105sahner]

I prefer the early 2000s Tahoe or suburban 5.3 v8 275 hp 4x4 third row best vehicles ever made

[@mayor399999999999999]

I have a 1996 which is my daily driver. 129k miles. All stock. I love it.

[@DougsCars]

Perfection.

[@firebrand07]

Just bought a 2001, minimal rust, 155k, for 5,000$. This is our 3rd. My wife loves them.

[@DougsCars]

Very nice!

[@firebrand07]

@@DougsCars after not driving one for 8 years I’d forgotten how compact and nimble these are. XJ’s forever!

[@DougsCars]

Like me driving the one in the video! It’d been since the 90s for me.

[@freshdoggo1805]

I love the way the turn signals are.

[@DougsCars]

The switch?

[@freshdoggo1805]

@@DougsCars yea the knob you turn on the turn signals I love how it is open in the back.

[@DougsCars]

@@freshdoggo1805 Mine had the GM one with cruise control on it.

[@goodtalker]

The XJ was built with simplicity in mind...a lot like the old CJs. Simple, easy to work on, easy to repair on the trail, plenty of parts, etc. My computerized 2006 Rubicon looked cool but sure had a lot of computer/wiring/electronics problems.....I wouldn't buy a new jeep at all.

[@DougsCars]

Unfortunately those Rubicons are worth a lot now!! Simplicity born out of the company’s austerity at the time...

[@goodtalker]

@@DougsCars How ya doing, from sunny Southern California? I wheeled in my CJ for more than twenty years, from 1993 until 2013, in the desert near Yuma, Arizona. Loved it. Found a 2006 Rubicon with only 25 K miles on it, picked it up, sold the CJ in 2013, and was happy that I'd now have something reliable to drive in the summer near the Colorado River with an air conditioner. Within a few short years, and only about 33K miles on the Rubicon, I started having computer and electrical problems. Took it to the local Jeep dealership. They had it nearly 3 months with no solution in sight. They told me Chrysler never manufactured any new computer modules, the ones that mount on the firewall behind the battery. The owner of the dealership called me personally and allowed me to trade in the Rubi for a new Tacoma.....About a year ago a company called Wranglerfix.com in Florida contacted me and said my problem with the Rubi was common and had we connected when my problems popped up, I'd still own the Rubi. If you know anyone with computer problems I'd contact Wranglerfix.com. Thanks for the correspondance.

[@DougsCars]

This is excellent information, thank you! I’ve heard of Wranglerfix somewhere before, but have never owned one and haven’t needed them. It’s hard enough keeping the XJ and the SJ running here!

[@JDMEXforme]

Come to Canada where these don't exist or are too rusted out for an average person to spend money fixing up. I've noticed that these were disappearing each year over a 20 year period. Sad because the inline 6s were super reliable.

[@DougsCars]

I imagine there’ll be a fair few imported from here...

[@796andy2]

oooooo , nice headliner ...

[@DougsCars]

Looks decent!

[@hotchocolate9887]

Do you get better mpg's in a jeep xj than a 1st gen rav4 ? If no there any big diffrence in mpg's ?

[@codeaction2794]

Imo the jeep renegade is the closest thing to the xj as far as look and the legendary design.. Thats what i love about it

[@DougsCars]

They are good looking! I’ve never driven one though.

[@jjwalker2011]

My dad has an 00 xj sitting in his field with rocker rot. I think it's time i give her some tlc & get her running. A free XJ, I'd be crazy not to right?!?

[@DougsCars]

Ohhh you HAVE to!

[@gregorywebster6640]

Absolutely! I found a black 2000 sport in a barn. Rust in usual place under doors. I guess there is an inner/ outer rocker panel?? Gonna do what it takes because I just love it.

[@ItsMefromSnuffys]

Thank you

[@redbone5363]

Mine is a 98 one owner with 27,000 miles in near new condition and I would not sell it for 15,000.

[@DougsCars]

Wow. Nowadays, easily worth double that!

[@pstreetgarage7304]

Nice review. I remember when those were worth nothing (and its not that long ago) Great vehicles. An other one of my faves is built on the same platform, the Comanche. First mid size pick up made !!!

[@DougsCars]

If I ever get a giant warehouse like WatchJRGo, my dream (for decades now) is to make a Comanche Limited with Cherokee Limited parts. Unfortunately, this is getting harder to do every day...

[@pstreetgarage7304]

@@DougsCars Yes I also want a warehouse 😁

[@DougsCars]

@@pstreetgarage7304 They’re quite useful!

[@jackpreen7171]

Keep it, awesome Iconic car

[@DougsCars]

One of the all-time greats!

[@philipnestor5034]

Great video. I don’t know anything about these cars but I might be getting one for free from the family of a friend who passed away. It’s a 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport and has been sitting in my friends driveway since he passed away late in 2021. I’m going Friday with jumper cables and a gas can to see if it’ll start up. It also has a flat tire. I’m debating if I should just have Triple A tow it to my mechanic to check it out instead of trying to drive it home.The body and inside looks good just very dirty. Based on seeing your video it might be a great car to have. Do you have any suggestions as to what problems this year and model had and what to look for? Thanks.

[@DougsCars]

It’d be worth seeing if you can get it to start; but having a tow isn’t a bad idea.

[@DYNOMUHT]

Did you get lucky?

[@The_Samsquantch]

@6:45 wait, BMW actually puts turn signals in their vehicles?

[@DougsCars]

I use mine all the time!

[@jeepcherokenumber1juansalv158]

I found a police package xj don’t know anything about it was wondering if you know what kind of pcm it would need

[@DougsCars]

I forgot about police package XJs! By pcm do you mean engine management computer? I would imagine the same one...I don’t recall a special tune for police packages...

[@glenharris1607]

I find one in my price range are they great jeeps to buy it is in good shape manual transmission

[@DougsCars]

Fantastic find!

[@glenharris1607]

@@DougsCars i have not buyed it yet i am asking are they worth buying it i always wanted a jeep cherokee

[@DougsCars]

@@glenharris1607 Yes, absolutely! They’ll run forever with the right maintenance.

[@majesticmaricachicken6022]

I have 2 of these same year model and color

[@DougsCars]

Nice!

[@mikeproctor3664]

I had a 85 Jeep Cherokee, back when Jeep actually made them

[@DougsCars]

Nice! 2.8 V6?

[@toledojeeper2932]

Lol..Jeep always made them .

[@desaphyj-p2807]

nice ... i have one xj 2000 no sport but WildSport, it's a special edition: only 200 in Europe

[@DougsCars]

Never heard of that, what makes it WILD?

[@desaphyj-p2807]

@@DougsCars i don't know it's just a 2drs with 4.0 AW4 NP242 D30 D35C (with trac lock) clim pack electric....

[@DougsCars]

@@desaphyj-p2807 Interesting. Must be something they whipped up for the EU market towards the end of production.

[@desaphyj-p2807]

@@DougsCars Yes sure...mine is n°43 ;)

[@DougsCars]

@@desaphyj-p2807 Very cool :)

[@romanjaspe4172]

thanks so much,

[@DougsCars]

Thanks for watching!

[@brendabaldwin13]

Can't beat the l6 w awa ,,just pray your head says tupy ,only a jeep person knows what I'm saying,also if your heater core is leaking ,het a heater core bypass for an lt1 Camaro then ,5\8 ,3\4\ fittings cut hoses put it on ,or at least carry one under your passenger seat justsayn.

[@DougsCars]

Thanks!

[@ruben_glz-fr8sb]

My dream Jeep

[@DougsCars]

Get one soon before they’re all gone!

[@d3adman]

I have one I'm tryna sell its ok condition lil rust all white definetly a fixer upper but I want, 6000 for mine 🥴

[@carloswilliamarcecorredor1488]

Tenemos una xj 1998 y nos encanta ♥️♥️♥️

[@DougsCars]

🎉

[@vee950]

Yeah these days your gonna ppaayy for an XJ even at auto auctions i see them going for a whole lot of money 💰 I've seen 92&95 XJ go for 3k at auctions and this was lastyear

[@DougsCars]

They'll keep going up, I'm sure of it.