Cj7 the cj7 came out in 1976 and was an upgrade to its predecessor the cj5. From olive drab wwii military relics to the beloved wrangler with its rearmounted spare tire, openair design, and telltale roll cage, the jeep is a true classic. Built from 19721986, these models offer advanced technology and exceptional offpavement ability. Throughout our storied history, jeep brand vehicle owners have learned that go anywhere. The jeep cj models are both a series and a range of small, openbodied off road vehicles and.
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