1988 Jeep Wrangler

4.2L Naturally Aspirated I6 | 5-Speed Manual | Aftermarket Front Bucket Seats

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LOT #

260762399

Classic Truck

Vehicle Price$12,500
Pre-Delivery Service Charge$1,299
Total Price$13,799
Advertised price includes the $1,299 Pre-Delivery Service Charge. Price does not include taxes, tag, registration, or other mandatory government charges.
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Make:
Model:
VIN:
2BCCV81J0JB502318
Lot Number:
260762399
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
188,868 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
4.2L Naturally Aspirated I6
Drive Type:
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Colorado Red
Interior Color:
Black
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
California
  • 1988 Jeep Wrangler
  • 4.2L Naturally Aspirated I6
  • 2-Barrel Carburetor
  • 5-Speed Manual
  • 4WD
  • Colorado Red Exterior
  • Gray Cloth Interior
  • Black Removable Hard Top
  • Aftermarket Front Bucket Seats
  • Aftermarket Roll Bar
  • Aftermarket Lift Kit
  • Aftermarket Wheels
  • Removable Doors
  • Fold-Down Windshield
  • Diamond Plate Interior Flooring
  • Aftermarket Steering Wheel
  • Aftermarket Gauges
  • AM/FM Audio System
  • Current Owner Reports Professional Engine & Transmission Build ~50 Miles Ago

Overview of 1988 Jeep Wrangler For Sale by Owner

The Jeep Wrangler YJ introduced a new chapter in Jeep’s legendary off-road history, carrying forward the open-air capability and rugged simplicity of the CJ while establishing the foundation for the modern Wrangler lineup. This 1988 Jeep Wrangler shows 188,868 miles and features the iconic 4.2L inline-six engine, four-wheel drive, and a 5-speed manual transmission. Finished in Red over a Gray cloth interior, this YJ has been personalized with a number of enthusiast-focused upgrades, including a lift kit, aftermarket wheels, bucket seats, and interior enhancements, making it a distinctive example of Jeep’s first-generation Wrangler.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior of this 1988 Jeep Wrangler is finished in Red and showcases the unmistakable YJ styling with its classic two-door body, removable doors, fold-down windshield, and black removable hard top. An aftermarket lift kit and aftermarket wheels give this Wrangler a more aggressive stance, while the open-air design preserves the traditional Jeep experience that has made these vehicles icons among off-road enthusiasts. The interior of this 1988 Jeep Wrangler features a Gray cloth cabin equipped with aftermarket front bucket seats, an aftermarket roll bar, diamond plate interior flooring, an aftermarket steering wheel, and aftermarket gauges. An AM/FM audio system adds convenience, while the simple, functional layout reflects the rugged character that defines the early Wrangler platform.

Engine

Power comes from a 4.2L naturally aspirated inline-six engine equipped with a 2-barrel carburetor and paired with a 5-speed manual transmission sending power to all four wheels. The YJ’s body-on-frame construction, four-wheel-drive system, and straightforward mechanical design provide the capability and durability expected from a classic Jeep. With its manual transmission, removable top, and off-road-oriented upgrades, this Wrangler delivers the authentic driving experience that continues to make early YJs highly sought after among Jeep enthusiasts.

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