chibrian79 Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 I'm having a really hard time posting this but I went out and bought a boat this weekend and it's pretty heavy. Too heavy for the comanche, unfortunately. First the facts, then the backstory: 1989 Jeep Comanche Pioneer 4.0L 5-speed manual Zero rust, totally solid floorboards, body and long bed Carpet currently pulled out - buyer can easily inspect the floors, Speedo stopped working 1 year ago. I have a used replacement sitting on a shelf that I've been planning to pop in but was waiting until I pulled apart the rest of the interior to do the carpet, Hell's Creek 3 inch lift with add-a-leaf and new hydro shocks - just enough lift to improve ground clearance and improve the looks but have very little impact on drivability/handling (it actually improved), Manual windows, locks (all working), Front driver's side fender and corner light need to be repaired/replaced. Must have rubbed or bumped something, before my time. This truck runs and runs and runs. I'd drive it anywhere, anytime. The only engine problem I've EVER had is that on a really sunny summer day it can be hard to restart if the sun is beating down on the hood. It can be remedied by opening the hood for about a minute and then it will start right up. I believe this relates to a design flaw with the location of one of the injectors. I might be wrong. Either way, it's never left me high and dry. History: This truck was purchased new in 1989 in Bend, OR. It was driven by a gentleman for 23 years until he passed it along to his grandson in Portland who had helped him maintain and keep the truck nice over the years. Obviously, he continued to take good care of it until he and his wife had a child at which point he realized he needed something bigger. He put this up on craiglist and when I saw it in Chicago I had to have it. It seemed like the best Comanche I had seen in a long time - no rust, fairly low miles, 4 liter and 5-speed. Yes! I called him, got a good feeling and used some miles to buy a one-way ticket to Portland. I was at the airport 2 hours later and test driving it an hour after that. His concern was that when it got up to speed on the highway it would get a death shake and he thought there must be something terribly wrong with it. I could get it to happen, so I bought it and took it to a local mechanic to have all the fluids emptied/flushed/changed and then the next morning I set off an adventure home to Chicago by way of Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, South Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin. The death rattle happened 3 times between Oregon and Wyoming and nearly shook the truck right off the road. It was one of the scarier moments I recall behind the wheel of a vehicle! The 3rd dealer I stopped by, this one in Gillette, Wyoming, diagnosed it as a steering damper and $50 in parts and hour of labor later I was back on the road. From this point forward, it was like driving a Cadillac! Since I've had the Comanche it's made the trek from Chicago to Buffalo, NY (530 miles) 3 times without so much as a hiccup. I seldom take it off road but when I do it seldom even needs 4WD - which works great, by the way. I wanted to give the folks at CC a chance before I post it on Craigslist. I'm not 100% sure how to price it, based on MJs (especially around here) typically being buckets of rust - this one definitely isn't. That being said, don't be afraid to reach out and make a reasonable offer. Located in Chicago, Illinois Price: $4,500 I'll get some interior pics posted. The older pics are at the bottom, before adding the new tires/springs/shocks. Thanks for taking a look at my Comanche! If you'd like to make it yours, send me a PM or email me at brian.k.johnson at gee-mail. You can also call/text 773-715-2205. It's pouring out right now but when that's finished, interior photos to come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TieDyeJK8 Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 wish it was in my price range! Glws Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13 Legion Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 Have you drove this truck around Northwest Indiana lately? I was out with mine a few weeks back and saw a red pioneer like this one... We were both shocked seeing another Comanche on the road!! Good luck with sale. Beautiful truck! Oh ya I second the rain out, it's pouring! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chibrian79 Posted June 15, 2015 Author Share Posted June 15, 2015 Well, I was over on the Bishop Ford around 130th but I didn't make it all the way to Indiana - maybe it was around there? Thanks for the good luck wishes, guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13 Legion Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 Nope!! It was out in Dyer. Must be another pioneer running around these parts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedWolf92 Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 I'm looking for one of these and this looks perfect, and its close to me! If only it was listed later in the year I might have the cash for it! So many stinking weddings to go to this summer its ridiculous. :fs1: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chibrian79 Posted June 17, 2015 Author Share Posted June 17, 2015 Last chance! Give me your offer guys! I'm about to throw it to the wolves on Craigslist, so let me know what you're willing to pay or trade me for a 90s 4Runner or Tacoma/Frontier/similar vehicle that can tow a little more... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BebopComanche Posted June 18, 2015 Share Posted June 18, 2015 I think I've fallen in love... Manual, six cylinder, 4WD, sliding rear window, long bed, no rust. And best of all it's in the same state as I am! I would like to take a look at it in person. I will contact you tomorrow at a more decent hour to set up a time to look at it. Really hoping I can make this work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chibrian79 Posted June 18, 2015 Author Share Posted June 18, 2015 Sounds like a plan! Let me know. I was actually in McHenry a couple days ago - too bad I didn't know you were up that way! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Automan2164 Posted June 18, 2015 Share Posted June 18, 2015 McHenry!? Now that's my neck of the woods. I'm from McHenry, live in Harvard, work in Woodstock. Had I not had a giant project currently, nor the Diesel MJ, I would pick this up in a heartbeat. That truck looks like it should have a D44 also. Do you know what it has in it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chibrian79 Posted June 18, 2015 Author Share Posted June 18, 2015 Is it the original diesel or swap from something else? I've always been curious about the diesel Comanche... I hate spark plugs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Automan2164 Posted June 19, 2015 Share Posted June 19, 2015 Factory. If you are in my neck of the woods I welcome you to stop by and can talk Jeep for days. Maybe take you for a ride in it. Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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