Wrangler Jeeps

Wrangler jeeps do not have a universal following. Many drivers in this age of heated seats and GPS holders consider Wranglers to be very crude imitations of today's SUVs. Many 4x4 enthusiasts, however, consider the Wrangler to be the purest form of Jeep.

Wranglers have doors which can be removed and replaced with half-doors or left off altogether. The top is also removable and can be swapped out for partial soft tops or, like the doors, can stay home in the garage. Perhaps the most telling feature on Wrangler jeeps is the holes in the floorboards which allow them to be hosed down inside and out after a particularly earthy adventure. If your idea of the perfect drive is to blaze a trail so the Range Rovers can come through, then you'll appreciate a Jeep Wrangler.

The list of features that Wranglers do not have is as illustrative as the list of what they have. Leather seats are not an option, nor are carpeted floor mats. These things can be purchased as aftermarket accessories, of course, but neither one would last long if the Jeep were used as intended. These 4x4s have no cup holders, built-in child seats, or indicator lights on the dashboard telling you that your tire is low on air. In short, a Wrangler does not cater to drivers who wish their vehicles to be an extension of their living rooms. Wranglers do not accommodate drivers with small children, or drivers who appreciate a smooth ride on a straight road.

Do not make the mistake of assuming that because a Wrangler has few, if any bells and whistles it is a cheap form of transportation. New Wranglers will cost between $20,000 and $45,000, depending on your trim package.