Restoring An Abandoned 5.9 Grand Cherokee! 4 Week Jeep Transformation Fixing & Detailing EVERYTHING!

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I love these rare 5.9 liter Jeep Grand Cherokees. In the late 90s, they were the fastest SUVs in the world and started the performance SUV market we see today. I bought this one from an auction after its previous owner abandoned it for over 5 years. In this video, I bring it back to life in a fast-paced complete mechanical and cosmetic transformation. Grab that cold pop and enjoy!
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[@TiptronicSS]

40 mins just passed like 4 mins, awesome content Alex.

[@DjDestinyChicago]

Alex is one of my favorites 👍

[@user-fl2ug7sr3t]

But Fr. I didnt even notice.

[@jimmyvaught]

I figured 39 minutes would be enough.. just finished the video wanting more! By far my favorite automotive KZbinr.

[@1954saltydog]

Agreed

[@TonyRule]

Oh, wow. I actually didn't even realise it was 40 minutes until I saw this comment. I figured only 20 minutes had passed, tops.

[@wurlyone4685]

😂 your wife was spot on... "can you afford me being out here all day?" Can't argue with that one!

[@pfsantos007]

Seriously, though, that seat would be fairly easy to fix once removed from the frame and sewn from the inside. That's how it was made.

[@nickit22]

You'd still have an old worn seat tho. And the wasted hours could be used growing a biz

[@blues03]

Rip to that detailed blue Honda during the power washing segments.

[@4LitreJeeper]

Man, makes my heart feel good you saving this 5.9 zj. Loved them since new as a kid and glad to see this one get treated right when most would've trashed it and killed the thing. While I'm commenting I'd like to ask for prayers for my mom who's in the ICU on a ventilator fighting covid for two weeks now. Thanks for this video. It was just the thing to ease my mind for a bit.

[@markplenty2631]

Here’s some hope and a prayer for your mother, I hope she gets better and will see many more sunsets in the future.

[@4LitreJeeper]

@@markplenty2631 Thank you

[@karlwatson45]

The Jeep is looking absolutely fantastic. Always love seeing a car brought back from the dead and cleaned up

[@ianjensen8993]

Now this reminded me of why I subscribed. The enthusiasm and pure joy of making something that you care about perfect is just my kind of thing that I love to watch!

[@matejlinek287]

Same here. Lots of other channels derailed from the original idea and path. Alex stayed and so will I.

[@777ElectroHarmony777]

HYB

[@ricecakeFTW]

"Do NOT do it again!" Man that dad voice lol 😅

[@DrHavok1]

This is literally the best Jeep ever made and it's rare...I might have one in my own garage next to my 98 limited tomorrow. Happy to see you restoring it

[@backroadsquid5280]

Did you buy it? My dad had one of these when I was in high school. I eventually bought it from him in my mid 20's. Most badass jeep ever made.

[@agusorellana5551]

Alex: “grab some food and a coffee and enjoy the show” Me: notices the video is 40 minutes long and walks to the kitchen.

[@rickcollinsva]

Same lol

[@HorrorUberAlles]

_MY MEAL WILL BE LEGENDARY!!!_

[@NewBeRVer]

Dude, you left the best part out... the exhaust note! Come on man!

[@EV-olution]

It's nice to see a budget car save in the KZbin world of Ferrari and Lambo restaurations. Most KZbinrs have strayed so far from what they became popular for, this is refreshing, and it looks like you had a ton of fun doing it. Thanks for sharing.

[@shootr04]

I just love the fact that you saved a 5.9 Limited that was written off. I remember watching a video of someone killing one that was turned in for Cash 4 Clunkers, what a sad ending to a great vehicle!

[@backroadsquid5280]

That video still haunts me to this day. Only about 10,000 of these were ever made. I ran mine to 235,000 miles before the transmission gave out. I wouldn't sell it to anyone who just wanted it as a sweet parts car for their 5.2 limited. I eventually sold it to a wealthy family who wanted to recondition/restore it.

[@doopyou]

My dad used to fix up and flip auction cars when I was little so this brings back memories! Thanks for sharing what you do, and saving a beautiful Jeep from the junkyard.

[@Ryan-85]

This Jeep has so much life left. I'm also grateful he saved this Jeep. Ready to continue serving it's purpose. 😍

[@anthonyblacker8471]

Alex: I'm pretty sure it's leaking here... OK buddy, hit the brakes".. Alex again: "PLEASE STOP DON'T TOUCH THE BRAKES AGAIN" after taking a brake fluid shower.. GREAT CONTENT!! So true to life! Thanks again Alex!!!

[@1972mercurycougar]

Maybe you should WD40 your wallet Alex. So it doesn't squeak, from lack of opening. Ha!!

[@rwdplz1]

Most kids: STOMP STOMP STOMP STOMP

[@victorrobinson7008]

I have been using liquid laundry detergent on my interior for the past 30 years and it always left me with great results

[@fucksusanwojcicki]

36:14 Holy shit, considering the mileage, and the used car situation right now, that's a 5,500-$6,500 jeep right now. Really good work Alex

[@caitlyntriumph3217]

Nah I have the exact same jeep and jeep told me for trade in (which I refuse bc I grew up in my jeep and it was my grandpa's) that it's only worth 666$ and street value is 1200

[@HotRodDave]

Nice job. I was a Dodge Jeep Chrysler Dealer tech for 8 years. I have worked on a ton of those Jeeps

[@carlosseoane4996]

I get on the treadmill for my morning run thinking “I hope Alex has uploaded his Sat video”. I open my Phone...and here it is, “uploaded 56 seconds ago”. Thanks Alex! 39 minute run ahead of me....

[@FrankDBoyce]

Get it

[@LegitStreetCars]

You know maybe that's what I need to do to. Watch videos while working out. You've motivated me here

[@malice6081]

I do the same

[@rosen9425]

This is the way

[@rsprockets7846]

@@LegitStreetCars I watch your vids cat Burger King

[@donniepinkerton7089]

My wife wants to know why you didn’t clean the J in the Jeep logo. It really bugged her

[@cheyopimienta]

Having a silver, brand new looking rim back therte triggers me much more

[@anthonyduncan5920]

Not taking the wheel off to clean it was the worst.

[@TheSaw410]

​@anthonyduncan5920 no need on a budget truck lol

[@mike52787]

I couldn't care less about old jeeps, but this is some real quality content. Loved every second of it! 40 minutes felt like 10.

[@SkyofDread]

I've been rewarding my new to me miata with new parts, similar to the way you've you've doing it. Love it bro!

[@mathewfullerton8577]

This is the type of series I really enjoy watching.

[@markhoffman9674]

Shows what a little cleaning can do to make a vehicle look much better even if it's 23-24 years old! Looks Awesome! Keep up the great work!

[@StorminNormin]

Reminds me of a @chrisfix video lol just a lot more detail oriented . Thank you for all the honest hard work!

[@Wizegui]

can you remove the seat cover to re-sew it? Should be easier than sewing with it attached to the seat foam.

[@markbennett6658]

It’s pretty easy on a later WJ as I recollect. I had them off mine to replace the seat heater element. Jeep did a repair pad that you just put between the foam and the cover and plugged into the existing wiring. It would be easy to re-sew the seam from the inside with the cover off

[@BetterCallGatto]

Its Easier to me do it without Taking it out.

[@enyionyeobia5103]

Probably cheaper to remove the front seat, and take it to an upholstery shop. They could refresh the foam/padding while they are at it.

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

So, sew, sow.

[@dodgeguyz]

10 minutes and the seat cover is in your hands!

[@adrianr5966]

Watching you bring this jeep back is amazing. The 5.9 jeep was a gem when it came out it deserved the love you gave it !!

[@rl2931]

What a satisfying finish to this series. So awesome to see all your hard work paying off. Keep killing it 👊

[@mikehagquist5198]

Now it’s a 10000$ jeep

[@stefanzlatanovic7521]

Sir thank you for not extending this to a 15 boring episodes series. This was very well shot and we got the chance to enjoy this fully. Cheers!

[@BumblebeeWasTaken]

I was about to go to bed but moment I saw this I instantly started watching this

[@LegitStreetCars]

Thanks and then goodnight!

[@Tosh.R]

Same!!! Dangit I need to go to sleep but now I have to wait 40 more minutes 🤣🤣🤣. Stupid night shift

[@90scarguy]

Going to bed at 10 am?

[@Tosh.R]

@@90scarguy work nights. Sleep during day

[@organiccold]

Bed?! Where are you?! Its 17:33 here in the UK lol so good time to watch LSC ;)

[@2006gtobob]

Start to finish car repair/restoration videos are so much preferred over drawn out multi-video projects that lead people to say, "Another KZbinr not finishing projects." Thank you, Alex!!! You seem to understand what we all like! Please don't become all aloof and then buy multiple Lamborghinis and Ferraris that are projects that seem to never have a "finished" point.

[@kenhaupt1865]

This was a great series! I've enjoyed every minute!

[@shortvidz9576]

Wife: can you afford me being out here all day? 😂😂😂

[@maxdrelinger]

5.9 Limited had a specific leather on the seats and door panels, it might end up being easier to sew up that seat bottom.

[@jeepsblackpowderandlights4305]

Fortunatly you can use passenger seat cover on the drivers. My drivers is torn.. and every 5.9l i find in the salvage yard is torn.. So i took the passenger covers and it swapped right over easy

[@elonmust7470]

@@jeepsblackpowderandlights4305 Get a shop to fix it.

[@Henchman1977]

My rear glass isn't popping on my Expedition so this video gave me some good places to start looking...

[@danthemann6565]

Alex, I love these budget projects. I'm a big old Jeep vehicles fan and this restoration is so inspiring. Keep up the good work.

[@dads2006gt]

I liked everything about this. You basically did mouth to mouth resuscitation and brought that jeep back to life.

[@houseofno]

Wife says: "Can you afford me being out here all day?" Alex replies: "No, not really..." Best answer of all time!

[@ReallySimpleRich]

Yep, this is just cool. And the effort you put is just extraordinary

[@Bond1171]

The 5.9 Limited was the best Grand Cherokee ever... I've been driving one since 2005... she's still a beast today!

[@Spencer481]

I just sold my 96 Grand Cherokee limited with 295,000 miles, thing looked mint and drove like a champ. That 5.2 V8 was still super smooth

[@rickhartke3834]

I’ve got a 1994, 5.2 with 311k bought in 1995 biggest issue is water pumps no 5 rebuilt tranny 3 years ago, original engine.

[@canchume]

When he says " I didn't know "at 35:13 it's the most Italian I heard him ever

[@malice6081]

3519 would be better, as it's before he says it and the time you said puts it after he says it

[@TheLEMRR]

34:20 - If you pull the seat out, you can remove the hog rings and pull off the lower leather seat cover. Then just turn it upside down and stitch the leather back together...

[@sat_sonic]

Exactly what I was thinking.

[@jw11432]

I bought a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited from auction and I'm doing a rebuild on it. Got a junkyard rear bumper and fender, painted and clearcoated them, drain and fill on rear diff and trans, going through engine, had heads rebuilt (4.7L), replaced oil pump, timing chain set, water pump, various sensors, hoses...still not done, but looking forward to a pretty pristine SUV once I am done. Super comfortable, love it.

[@edpoints1127]

Great videos. Totally love the fact that you do the budget builds!!! It really keeps it real and attainable for most people with a little gumption. You are probably appealing to the largest customer base out there.

[@MeatballGarage]

12:30am in Melbourne and Alex releases a 40min epic, Ah well better grab (another) cannoli from the fridge and settle in!!

[@LegitStreetCars]

Haha, love it! Thanks for watching!

[@MeatballGarage]

@@LegitStreetCars Been here since the high mile E55 - loved every minute mate!

[@rhull3939]

@@MeatballGarage cannoli, like the Italian treat, or is that Aussie slang for a 🍺?

[@MeatballGarage]

@@rhull3939 ..well to be honest Rob...I have had both tonight 🤣🤣 👍

[@rhull3939]

@@MeatballGarage nice!

[@diamondrepairs1307]

Budget Builds are Legit !! Its shows you dont need a ton of $$ thanks Alex

[@callierens7796]

i love it when you guys save a car, well done from Johannesburg South Africa

[@elonmust7470]

these things are so much fun to drive. I had the pleasure of driving one to highschool semi regularly. Turning the wheel at a stop & flooring it always produced fantastic results!

[@backroadsquid5280]

I drove my dad's 5.9 limited from time to time in high school. It was the fastest vehicle I had driven at the time and sounded so mean. I drove it through a Christmas tree field on prom night. I eventually bought it from him and drove it till the transmission blew up.

[@christianhardies6975]

I loved this series Alex, how about doing a 5.7 hemi car next? Like a Magnum ? Please

[@AEeminc]

Love this project! This was my dream jeep in high school! Bet. Looking for a 5.9 or the orvis edition for years.

[@scottjayson72]

Watching the dirt come off from under the hood "protector" with the pressure washer was SO satisfying!

[@doctube2020]

Great content! Loved your enthusiasm, pride in workmanship, and excitement of the project from start to completion.

[@hawktwofourone8268]

Oven cleaner works great on brake dust wheels even the cheap $1 store stuff.

[@htownblue11]

Another good budget build by LSC. Can’t wait to see what’s in store for the future.

[@omniparties6213]

Love the restore I do 97 5.7 liter Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo looks about the same as yours

[@briandentguy3403]

Love your energy and passion! It's so satisfying and rewarding reviving these projects

[@vonzuriel4341]

16:54 Love your professional painting station. F Awesome! 🤟🏽😄

[@KOOOOPATROOOOOPA]

Videos like this are way more interesting & enjoyable to watch than any supercar video!

[@SharifRamsey]

Love the "Tide" ideal! Definitely going to use it! Great Series on the Jeep!

[@brianmc7719]

I commented above I had a truck that tide detergent spilled in the back of it. A lot of tide. It basically never all came out. That truck smelled amazing for the rest of the time I owned it. Whenever I wanted to do a quick freshen up I literally poured a little water in the rug, foamed it up with a brush and cleaned the entire interior. It cleaned everything in the truck.

[@matthewcoleman7053]

Your video of when you first had the car delivered popped up in my recommended feed, and had no idea that I’d be spending the next 2 and a half hours watching till the completed product. I must say that I’m not disappointed and glad I stuck around till the end, amazing content and in great detail. I’ll definitely be looking out for new videos and I can guarantee I’ll be checking out old videos as well!! Watching your video was very enjoyable and I’ve also learned a couple of tips to help me during my next car project. I’ll continue watching as long as you keep producing great material! Keep up the great work bud

[@michealherring9574]

Lost my wife last year and I'm a at home mechanic. I watch your vids and the help my anxiety so we'll. Keep up the great work brother!

[@onekneegro]

Really really enjoyed this restoration series!!!! Good job Alex!!!

[@pyric]

That J is driving me nuts lol love the 5.9

[@TheSmileyTek]

Best "car" channel on YT. Alex has a great personality. Would love to have the car knowledge that he does. However, I always DYI my car maintenance and repairs. Learning as I go.

[@fgb3126]

I like this kind of "restore" better than some others I've seen. It really goes into the nuts and bolts that any moderately knowledgeable guy can do. Diagnostic on the reasons it would not start and then ran rough was cool. I learned a lot.

[@jamicl2580]

Love these auto resurrections. I do similar all the time. Bringing once beautiful cars back to life. I'm self described "Fake Rich". Lol. 😜🤑

[@2006gtobob]

Living rich through depreciation!

[@Ingens_Scherz]

"They're sliders no more. They're stuckers!" Dad joke :)

[@Squishmello13]

This was a pretty awesome project! I waited every week waiting for updates. Thank you for the content!

[@janinelv]

I really enjoyed watching this transformation! You have a great sense of detail. Awesome! Hello from Alberta Canada!

[@waldoodlaw9359]

The trash can spray booth in the alley, Love it! Nothing but the best!

[@ohgerald]

Love the expression on your wife’s face when you tell her the leather seat she’s trying to fix costs $120 lol

[@trailrunnah8886]

This came out great! I'm really glad you saved this. I love these ZJ's, especially the 5.9. I had a 97 ZJ up until 2013, I still miss it. It was a great vehicle, unfortunately New England rust had taken over. I owned it for about 12 years, it was always a great vehicle and never left me stranded. And you are 100% correct that they have amazing seats!

[@backroadsquid5280]

The 5.9 limited had even better seats. They were covered in soft calfskin leather.

[@JohnPoletto]

I love your channel so much! I am so happy and proud of you for taking the leap to doing this full time. I think this decision will benefit you and your family for generations. All the best!

[@MichaelSantos-ru3bb]

I love these types of builds.

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[@FrankDBoyce]

Seriously, how is your audio so good?

[@patrickgoodhart9294]

Trailblazer SS

[@akunduuni2488]

Much better than supercar or tesla who cares content.

[@applefanboy1770]

A car

[@bobert201164]

97 dodge indy ram

[@alale923]

Im a big jeep guy and this is one of my unicorns id love to own. So glad you put the effort into making this awesome jeep great again.

[@hitardo]

Alex, last week I bought the AvalonKing ceramic coating with your coupon code! 🙂 I did it because I admire your work, effort, quality, and teaching on all your videos. Cheers from Portugal!

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PS: Your code is even better than 25% 5:10 Your LEGIT25 coupon code is for $25 off!

[@Dabbins82]

Wow what a transformation. You and Chris Fix have got ThaT voice that captures the attention and sparks the mind. JrGo too. Also your kids being the brake pressers is very relatable. And of course she is sewing. We never see her so. Excellente video today. Thanks have a Fabulous holiday! 🎗 and pour a drink for the soldiers that didn't make it home. Also the jeep. Wow the jeep.

[@fabioortiz2337]

Next time use a cleaner called “awesome” you can find it in family dollar, it would’ve cleaned those wheels the first spray

[@saruhanrsstarfighterpilot]

It's a monster actually. I droven this SUV for 7 years. It's coolest thing ever. Greetings from Turkey

[@paul33207]

I needed something to get through a bad Detroit winter 5yrs ago so I bought a JGC off my friend for cheap thinking it had the 5.2... Went to fill up and noticed it needed premium, that is when I realized what I had scored, the 5.9! What a powerhouse for that size of SUV. 9mpg and didn't care. Had to get rid of it that spring after finding out it needed a whole new transfer case along with a slew of random electrical issues... miss that car. Great job on this one!

[@roberthatley7415]

Aloha Alex!!! I had a crazy night tonight, got to take the owner of all the dominos pizza shops in Hawaii’s BMW M5 first edition out on a few deliveries lol shared the story with 1320 videos and it’ll be up on their snapchat story tomorrow! Check it out if can!! Love the content man, always a great way to end my night!

[@xolanivanda185]

I love the look your wife gave you, the universal look that says you have no hope of winning look that only wives and mothers can pull off.

[@SkinnySkinch]

Thank you for your service. These are the king of classic SUVs.

[@foureyedlabs]

Quite possibly your best series to date! Love it, and I’m not even a Jeep guy. Awesome, keep it up!

[@Danman1972]

Man, Glad to live in the south after seeing some of that crust! I look under my 08 with 240K on it and barely an surface rust! I'd have likely sent it with some new calipers!

[@gregbentz5992]

Nice seriesAlex, how about a Toyota 4Runner 3rd gen for one of the “next ones”?

[@shawnzak2948]

3rd Gen Mafia

[@charliecoco2115]

GREAT job, GREAT result, GREAT content, well done Alex!

[@matmul4850]

Really enjoyed this video. A start to finish build in one video is so satisfying to watch. Thanks dude 👍

[@josephwetmore8904]

As a fellow Illinoisian Jeep owner, I fully endorse the Midwest comment of this video. The rust doesn't seem to end.

[@erickflores3708]

I genuinely enjoyed this progress type of video

[@rondogg2]

Great Job! Love this series. So satisfying to watch

[@irvingsandoval6798]

This is awesome. I just bought a cheap fg4 civic SI from Texas with a Kraftwerks supercharger kit with larger injectors, full exhaust from the manifold down, and 58k miles. I had to remove the kit for it to drive, but after getting it moving I can't wait to save up and get everything in order! Your videos are an inspiration, thanks for making them!

[@MrMattlock]

Great series Alex, awesome job.

[@onealc9278]

Ben using that Super clean for over a decade. That stuff is extremely strong.

[@gman8916]

Great as usual! You are truly an inspiration to me and I love how positive you are!

[@labestiaazul5428]

Great job my friend!! So happy for you... and for me, that I found this amazing content

[@Sovereign86]

Congrats man, loved the build! Great result!

[@nurivandominguez6244]

Felicidades. I my self bought a 98 5.9L two years ago and a I had to do tones of cosmetic, detail and mechanical repairs myself. I wanted this Jeep since I was 23 years old. I am 38 now and I love this beautiful SUV. You did a great job on yours.

[@preteristlab-endtimes5683]

The world's best mechanic bestows his love on an lonely orphaned Cherokee and ... VOILA! Great job mate. Australia

[@pschroeterps]

Amazing Alex, love the passion and the speed as well as the ability to leave it at a good driver without going full metal jacket on it. Would love an older BMW E30, E34, E32, they get abandoned a lot and usually have quite easy fixes and simple mechanics as far as the 6 cylinder variants go.