Modified 1982 Jeep CJ-5
Description
In late 1954, Kaiser revealed the CJ-5. Based on the M-38A1 from the Korean War, the CJ-5 featured stronger, more off-road-capable components. Yet its styling was softer and more rounded for the consumer market, and its longer 81-inch wheelbase made it more comfortable too. Over the years the drivetrain evolved from the original “Hurricane” F-head four-cylinder to numerous four-, six- and eight-cylinder options, as well as improved manual transmissions and axles.
The attractive, capable CJ-5 proved to be the longest-running version of the always-improving Jeep with a 30-year production run and more than 600,000 made. The CJ-5 has also crawled its way into the hearts of enthusiasts as well, with plenty of aftermarket parts available for this rugged 4x4.
This 1982 CJ-5 is a great example of a clean, highly customized Jeep. The current owner states he has spent more than $50,000 on its restoration and modifications, including a new engine, retrofitted five-speed transmission, lift kit and off-road parts, interior upgrade, and textured paint job. And it only has gone 10,000 miles since being completely refreshed.
Highlights
Recently restored CJ-5 with updated drivetrain and off-road-ready modifications
Rebuilt 151 cu-in Pontiac “Iron Duke” four-cylinder
Five-speed manual transmission with dual-range transfer case
Finished in chip-resistant, textured Desert Sand paint (originally black) with Black interior
Updated interior with bucket seats and harnesses, power steering, and upgraded dash with a full suite of gauges
Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report
Features
Holley two-barrel carburetor, tubular exhaust manifold, and replacement distributor
Rubicon Express Extreme Duty 4.5-inch suspension lift with leaf springs and dampers
Warn front bumper with Warn Powerplant 9.5 winch and synthetic rope
Smittybilt XRC rear bumper with receiver hitch
Poison Spyder rock sliders
Rubberized undercoating on frame and body, bedliner on interior body surfaces
Roll bar, Bikini-style top, and fold-down windshield
Black-finish 15-inch ATX alloy wheels with 35x12.50-inch BF Goodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM2 tires and matching spare
Upgraded engine and interior wiring harnesses
Front discs, rear drums with stainless brake lines
High-end Bluetooth audio system and Cobra CB with antenna
Known Imperfections
Owner states that they have sanded and POR treated a very light surface rust spot on underside of rear bumper
Included
Keys
Owner’s manuals
Service records back to 1988
Winch controller
Raingear all-weather dust cover
Ownership History
The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places this 1982 Jeep CJ-5 in Idaho and Washington.
