7 Questions To Ask When Buying A Used Jeep Wrangler

Buying a used Jeep Wrangler can be a great deal or a broken deal. However, you can lock it up with perfection by being vigilant and assertive. And for that, you must ask the dealership or owner a set of questions to inquire about the condition and performance of the Jeep Wrangler. 

Since the Jeep Wrangler is used for off-roading, which makes its exterior prone to damage, asking questions is sometimes not enough. You have to physically check every part to make the right decision on your account. 

In this blog, we will guide you on how do you inspect a Jeep Wrangler. So, without further delay, let’s find out those questions you will be asking the dealer of a secondhand Wrangler.

What questions to ask when buying a Jeep?

I have listed all the questions you must ask before signing an agreement for a used Wrangler.

1: Is there any rust on the body?

Rust acts like a silent killer. It weakens the structure and overall look of a Jeep.

When inspecting a used Wrangler, look out for rust on the body. Check all the hinges, frames, and underbody parts. And if you find any dark spots on the Jeep body, it is a clear red flag for you.

2: What is the condition of the undercarriage?

Wrangler’s underbody is constantly exposed to bumps or rocky invasions, therefore, go down and check the undercarriage physically. 

Professional Jeepers prefer installing skid plates under the body to protect it from rocks or water interference. Hence you will get a fair idea of all this once you get down.

3: Have you performed any modifications?

Who doesn’t like to modify their cars? Specifically, Jeepers love to try new things to make their Jeep look like a beast. But here, the issue arises that who is modifying the Jeep. Is the person claiming to be a professional a real expert or not?

Therefore, ask the owner what modifications have been done to the Jeep and who has done them. If you get satisfied with the professional expertise of the modifier, then go to the next question.

4: Can I check the underbody?

I am sure that an honest dealer will allow you to check the underbody of the Jeep Wrangler yourself. Then inspect the suspension, leaks, hoses, engine condition, and tires. 

This will give you a complete insight into the Jeep Wrangler you want to purchase. Also, check the treads of the tires. Observe that they must be kept from being worn or punctured.

5: What is the exterior condition?

To inspect the exterior of a car, you must visit the dealership on a bright sunny day. Wear gloves and smoothly run your hands all over the Jeep. Look out for any scratches or burr.

Remember to avoid minute scratches and paint peel-offs as Jeep Wrangler undergoes quite tough challenges during its journey that affect its overall exterior.

6: What are the mileage stats?

Low mileage indicates that this Jeep has been used less, which can be a good or bad thing. Try to find out the reason for using this Jeep less likely there could be an underlying performance failure too.

If the owner says that he likes to go off-road occasionally, due to which the Jeep has covered fewer miles, then you are heading towards a great deal.

7: Can I have a test drive?

A responsible dealer will never turn you down for a test drive; therefore, while taking one, hear the sound of the engine and exhaust properly. Apply brakes and depress the accelerator pedal multiple times to inspect for a squeaky sound. If no such sound comes, move on to check other things like dashboard lights, cruise control, and TIPM health by removing the seat belt.

Final Words:

Buying a secondhand car is always challenging as there are numerous things to check. But you know what? If you buy a used Jeep Wrangler that is great in condition, you will save a lot of your budget and can spend it on other trailing adventures. But for that, you need to ask the right questions from the dealership. And by reading this blog, you will get all those questions.

So, without further ado, let’s put your first foot towards money saving!