Notices
JK Talk General discussion forum regarding thoughts, opinions and rumors about the Jeep JK Wrangler or related subjects that don't quite fit in the Modified, Stock or Electronics forums.

I have a feeling I know the answer

Thread Tools
 
Old 06-06-2009, 06:34 AM
  #1  
JK Newbie
Thread Starter
 
royp039's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: omaha, ne
Posts: 40
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default I have a feeling I know the answer

Have an opportunity to get a GREAT deal on a Sahara Unlimited! Everything i wanted as far as color, mileage..etc.

The issue: 2 wheel drive.

Would anyone on here buy if the deal was good enough? And if so is lifting the 2WD any different?

Thanks!
Old 06-06-2009, 06:35 AM
  #2  
JK Junkie

 
JayhawkJeep's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: San Diego
Posts: 2,355
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

I think everyone here would so no. 2WD not worth it.
Old 06-06-2009, 06:39 AM
  #3  
JK Super Freak
 
opdsgt's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Flyover Country
Posts: 1,439
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default

Here in Omaha?

No way I would buy a 2WD Jeep, not with our winters here.
Old 06-06-2009, 07:16 AM
  #4  
JK Enthusiast
 
Geezle's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Edmonton, AB
Posts: 388
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

With it being only a 2wd that had better be one *sweet* deal.

I'm not sure what the climate is like where you are, but here I would say no dice...2wd isn't even an available option where I live.
Old 06-06-2009, 07:24 AM
  #5  
JK Enthusiast
 
petenice15's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Rockville Centre, NY
Posts: 327
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

No way if you get any snow. The 2x4 is rear wheel drive on top of it. Just doesn't seem to make sense unless you are strickly highway driving in dry part of the country.
Old 06-06-2009, 07:40 AM
  #6  
JK Freak
 
ranwitscissorz's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Cape Coral, FL
Posts: 604
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by royp039
Would anyone on here buy if the deal was good enough? And if so is lifting the 2WD any different?
Lifting a 2wd is the exact same as a 4wd, just doesn't require front driveshaft replacement when you start getting higher.

I chose the 2wd to save money in the long run and convert it to 4wd, however, if you don't plan to get that involved and you might need the 4wd for daily driving, I would opt for the 4wd instead.
Old 06-06-2009, 09:38 AM
  #7  
JK Jedi Master
FJOTM Winner

 
Mark Doiron's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Midwest City, OK
Posts: 14,785
Received 361 Likes on 269 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by royp039
... The issue: 2 wheel drive. Would anyone on here buy if the deal was good enough? ...
I think the vast majority of JK-Forum participants would eventually regret such a decision.
Old 06-06-2009, 12:14 PM
  #8  
JK Freak
 
Adam3612's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Posts: 796
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Is it just me or did they only sell 2WD JK's in the U.S? I havent seen or heard of one in Canada.
Old 06-06-2009, 12:17 PM
  #9  
JK Enthusiast
 
Geezle's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Edmonton, AB
Posts: 388
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by Adam3612
Is it just me or did they only sell 2WD JK's in the U.S? I havent seen or heard of one in Canada.
That's correct, 2wd isn't an option North of the border...
Old 06-06-2009, 12:59 PM
  #10  
JK Freak
 
Black08X's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Right Here
Posts: 556
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Might as well buy a front wheel drive Corvette while you're at it.


Quick Reply: I have a feeling I know the answer



All times are GMT -8. The time now is 11:35 PM.