Jeep or CRV - the search for a toad continues
Narrowing down the search for a new toad that we can tow 4 down. DW's current Civic requires a dolly and it's a pain. So we drove the CRV and frankly she's not crazy about it. It's a great toad based ...
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I have a 2008 Wrangler Unlimited. I've had it about a year and a half ago and I'm not real happy with it. I don't hate it or love it, kind of indifferent to it. I bought it to tow, haul my dog around as a daily driver and because the top comes off, I wanted a convertible. I feel it is very cheaply made, noisy with either top, and not very comfortable. There isn't much inside storage and there are no little dash or door compartments like most newer cars or pick ups.
For some reason, maybe the spare tire, door pillars or rear head rests I feel like outward visibility is bad. Maybe it's the way I position the seat, not sure.
There is a huge parts aftermarket which helps you add the things you might want to make it more live able. The rear seats fold down very easily and fairly flat.
The Jeep is easy to tow, put the transfer case in neutral, leave the transmission in park and go. Sometime in the 2008 model year the steering wheel lock was eliminated, I had to remove mine. I installed the base plate, wiring and ready brake cable myself. Very easy and can be done in a few hours. Plenty of access to the frame and engine compartment
I would suggest spending as much time test driving as you can and try the different trim levels. Take a good hard look at the fit and finish, especially compared to the Honda.
Just my opinion, I know plenty of people who love their Jeeps and the same goes for Honda.
For some reason, maybe the spare tire, door pillars or rear head rests I feel like outward visibility is bad. Maybe it's the way I position the seat, not sure.
There is a huge parts aftermarket which helps you add the things you might want to make it more live able. The rear seats fold down very easily and fairly flat.
The Jeep is easy to tow, put the transfer case in neutral, leave the transmission in park and go. Sometime in the 2008 model year the steering wheel lock was eliminated, I had to remove mine. I installed the base plate, wiring and ready brake cable myself. Very easy and can be done in a few hours. Plenty of access to the frame and engine compartment
I would suggest spending as much time test driving as you can and try the different trim levels. Take a good hard look at the fit and finish, especially compared to the Honda.
Just my opinion, I know plenty of people who love their Jeeps and the same goes for Honda.
