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1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer

$10,895

Vehicle Details

Make

Jeep

Model

Grand Wagoneer

Year

1971

Mileage

86,751 miles

VIN

AMS48746

Body Type

SUV

Transmission

Manual

Drivetrain

4WD

Engine

Inline 6

Description

1971 Jeep Wagoneer 4x4 – Classic Full-Size SUV with Original Character A true American 4x4 classic, this 1971 Jeep Wagoneer is powered by its dependable inline six-cylinder engine paired with a 3-speed manual transmission with floor shifter. It runs and drives well, making it an excellent candidate to enjoy as-is while making improvements or to restore into a standout vintage SUV. Powertrain & Performance Inline 6-cylinder engine 3-speed manual transmission (floor shift) Four-wheel drive (4x4) Runs and drives well Fresh tune-up completed New fuel tank installed Currently needs a replacement U-joint (seller is attempting to locate the correct part) Exterior & Interior Classic first-generation Jeep Wagoneer styling Original vintage utility design Great platform for restoration or preservation Interior retains its classic character Highlights New fuel tank Fresh tune-up Solid running and driving vehicle Rare early Wagoneer with manual transmission Excellent restoration candidate or weekend cruiser Clean vintage 4x4 with timeless appeal This 1971 Jeep Wagoneer offers the rugged capability and iconic styling that made these early SUVs legendary.

Whether you choose to restore it to its original glory or simply enjoy driving it with its authentic patina, it's a great opportunity to own a classic Jeep that continues to run and drive well.

Jeep Grand Wagoneer Buyer's Guide

Full guide

Robert Halloran

Classic Trucks

1963–1991

~3 min read

Updated Apr 2026

The Jeep Grand Wagoneer invented the luxury SUV category 30 years before anyone thought to call it that — a full-size 4WD station wagon with wood paneling and a leather interior that set the template every luxury SUV has followed ever since.

This guide covers

✓ 8-point inspection checklist

✓ Common issues & what to avoid

✓ In-person inspection guide

✓ Market pricing by year & condition

✓ 4 FAQs answered

✓ History & fun facts

Read the Full Grand Wagoneer Buyer's Guide

Jeep Grand Wagoneer Market Overview

Based on 19 Jeep Grand Wagoneer listings currently on ClassicCarsArena.com

Listed Now

$26,422

Avg. Asking Price

1964–1993

Year Range

Price Position on Our Site — Below Average

This car: $10,895

Low: $5,295 High: $75,995

Transmission Distribution

Automatic 84%

Manual 11% ◄

Condition Distribution

Excellent 16%

Good 21%

Fair 5%

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Jeep Grand Wagoneer Buyer's Guide

Robert Halloran here. I want to be direct: the Jeep Grand Wagoneer is the most important SUV in history. Not the Range Rover (which came later), not the Ford Bronco (which was smaller), and certainly not the Toyota Land Cruiser (which was stripped by comparison). The Wagoneer proved in 1963 that a 4WD vehicle could have air conditioning, power windows, leather seats, and wood paneling — and buyers would pay for the combination. Every Range Rover, every Cadillac Escalade, and every Lincoln Navigator owes its existence to the Wagoneer concept.

The Grand Wagoneer name was applied in 1984 to distinguish the original full-size wagon from the smaller Cherokee-based Wagoneer. But collectors use "Grand Wagoneer" to cover the entire 1963–1991 production run of the original full-size body. This guide covers that complete run.

What to Check Before Buying

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Wood Panel Condition — Inspect wood panels for vinyl delamination and probe the steel substrate edges for rust.

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Frame Rust — Inspect the full frame length for rust and cracks at body mount points.

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4WD System — Test Quadra-Trac or Selec-Trac engagement — both high and low ranges should function smoothly.

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AMC 360 Oil Leaks — Check for rear main seal and head gasket leaks — inspect the bellhousing area and under the exhaust manifolds.

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Power Accessories — Test all power windows and door locks — actuator failures are common on older examples.

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Carburetor Condition — Cold start and warm idle should be smooth — Carter or Motorcraft carbs need rebuilding on unrestored trucks.

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AC System — Note whether AC uses original R-12 (requires conversion) or has been converted to R-134a.

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Body-on-Frame Mounts — Check body mount rubber bushings — deteriorated mounts cause body flex and squeaks.

Common Issues

Wood panel vinyl delamination and underlying steel rust — the most common visible deterioration. Frame rust from road salt exposure on northern trucks. Quadra-Trac 4WD system seal leaks and engagement issues. AMC 360 rear main seal leaks. Power window and door lock actuator failures. Carburetor deterioration on high-mileage unrestored examples. Air conditioning system R-12 freon conversion requirement.

What to Look For

The wood panel condition is the most visible indicator of care — delaminating vinyl is a warning sign about overall maintenance quality. Inspect the steel substrate under the wood panels for rust, particularly at the lower edges. Check the frame rails for rust and any cracking at the body mount points. Verify the Quadra-Trac or Selec-Trac 4WD system engages smoothly. On the AMC 360 V8, check for oil leaks from the rear main seal and head gaskets. Test all power accessories — window regulators and locks on these trucks are failure-prone with age.

Price Guide

1963–1978 Wagoneer: $8,000–$25,000 for drivers, $30,000–$55,000 for restored examples. 1979–1983 Wagoneer: $12,000–$30,000 for good drivers. 1984–1991 Grand Wagoneer: $18,000–$45,000 for well-maintained drivers, $50,000–$90,000 for show-quality restorations. The market has appreciated 40–60% over the past five years and continues to rise.

Did You Know?

The Jeep Wagoneer was the first 4WD production vehicle with an independent front suspension (1963) — a feature that competing 4WD trucks didn't offer for years. The 1973 Quadra-Trac full-time 4WD was derived from the Oldsmobile Toronado's front-wheel-drive transfer case technology — an unusual piece of cross-platform engineering. The Grand Wagoneer was in continuous production for 29 years (1963–1991) with essentially the same body — the longest production run of any American SUV body style.

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