Jeep - Comanche - 1988
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1988 Jeep Comanche Laredo 4x4 long bed, petrol, automatic, 177 hp, 3906 cc, black with indigo highlights, approx. 105,450 miles, matching numbers, located in Iași, Romania, with Romanian historic registration, certificate available, MOT valid to 2028-02-20, extensively restored and upgraded with recent mechanical work, very good overall condition.
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Description from the seller
GENERAL:
Offered for auction is an extensively restored and upgraded 1988 Jeep Comanche Laredo 4x4 Long Bed with approximately 105,000 miles on the clock. Originally purchased in Florida in 2004, the vehicle remained in long-term ownership until a comprehensive restoration was initiated in 2020. Following completion, it was registered in Romania as a Historic Vehicle in 2022. The Jeep Comanche (MJ) remains a iconic piece of American automotive history, introduced by AMC as a pickup variation of the revolutionary unibody XJ Cherokee. Utilizing a unique "Uniframe" design that combined a unibody cab with a traditional C-channel frame for the bed, it offered impressive structural rigidity and truck utility. The top-tier Laredo trim added distinctive aesthetic touches and comfort features, while the indestructible 4.0-liter inline-six engine—developed in partnership with Renault using Renix multi-port fuel injection—earned a legendary reputation for torque and longevity.
BODYWORK & PAINT:
Finished in Pearl Black with subtle indigo metallic highlights visible in direct sunlight, the truck has undergone a thorough restoration focused on durability, corrosion protection, and drivability. The chassis was cryogenically stripped at -79°C, treated against corrosion, coated with epoxy primer, textured polyurethane protection, ceramic resin coating, and completed with cavity wax injection.
TECHNICAL:
Powered by the legendary 4.0L inline-six engine paired with an automatic transmission, the vehicle benefits from significant recent mechanical work. The engine starts reliably both hot and cold with its Renix fuel injection system, runs smoothly, and the automatic transmission shifts properly through all gears following recent filter and oil service. Recent work includes a reconditioned 4HO cylinder head, new timing set, complete gasket set, new starter motor, oil pan, power steering pump, and a rebuilt steering gearbox. Notable heavy-duty upgrades feature a Dana 44 rear axle, a full stainless-steel exhaust system with a MagnaFlow muffler, Rusty's suspension springs and shock absorbers, an adjustable front track bar, and quick-disconnect sway bar links. The braking system has been fully refurbished with new hoses, calipers, wheel cylinders, and brake pads.
INTERIOR:
The factory Laredo trim interior features professionally reupholstered beige leather seats and a period-correct Blaupunkt retro radio. Equipped from the factory with air conditioning, power windows, and central locking, the cabin combines classic period style with modern operational comfort.
DOCUMENTS:
Included with the sale are complete registration documents confirming its historic status, restoration photographs, maintenance records, and parts invoices documenting the restoration and upgrade work.
COLLECTION:
Pickup is located in Iaşi, Romania.
OTHER INFORMATION:
A rare and increasingly collectible Jeep Comanche combining documented ownership history, historic vehicle registration, extensive corrosion protection, significant mechanical refurbishment, and carefully selected upgrades that enhance both reliability and driving enjoyment.
GENERAL:
Offered for auction is an extensively restored and upgraded 1988 Jeep Comanche Laredo 4x4 Long Bed with approximately 105,000 miles on the clock. Originally purchased in Florida in 2004, the vehicle remained in long-term ownership until a comprehensive restoration was initiated in 2020. Following completion, it was registered in Romania as a Historic Vehicle in 2022. The Jeep Comanche (MJ) remains a iconic piece of American automotive history, introduced by AMC as a pickup variation of the revolutionary unibody XJ Cherokee. Utilizing a unique "Uniframe" design that combined a unibody cab with a traditional C-channel frame for the bed, it offered impressive structural rigidity and truck utility. The top-tier Laredo trim added distinctive aesthetic touches and comfort features, while the indestructible 4.0-liter inline-six engine—developed in partnership with Renault using Renix multi-port fuel injection—earned a legendary reputation for torque and longevity.
BODYWORK & PAINT:
Finished in Pearl Black with subtle indigo metallic highlights visible in direct sunlight, the truck has undergone a thorough restoration focused on durability, corrosion protection, and drivability. The chassis was cryogenically stripped at -79°C, treated against corrosion, coated with epoxy primer, textured polyurethane protection, ceramic resin coating, and completed with cavity wax injection.
TECHNICAL:
Powered by the legendary 4.0L inline-six engine paired with an automatic transmission, the vehicle benefits from significant recent mechanical work. The engine starts reliably both hot and cold with its Renix fuel injection system, runs smoothly, and the automatic transmission shifts properly through all gears following recent filter and oil service. Recent work includes a reconditioned 4HO cylinder head, new timing set, complete gasket set, new starter motor, oil pan, power steering pump, and a rebuilt steering gearbox. Notable heavy-duty upgrades feature a Dana 44 rear axle, a full stainless-steel exhaust system with a MagnaFlow muffler, Rusty's suspension springs and shock absorbers, an adjustable front track bar, and quick-disconnect sway bar links. The braking system has been fully refurbished with new hoses, calipers, wheel cylinders, and brake pads.
INTERIOR:
The factory Laredo trim interior features professionally reupholstered beige leather seats and a period-correct Blaupunkt retro radio. Equipped from the factory with air conditioning, power windows, and central locking, the cabin combines classic period style with modern operational comfort.
DOCUMENTS:
Included with the sale are complete registration documents confirming its historic status, restoration photographs, maintenance records, and parts invoices documenting the restoration and upgrade work.
COLLECTION:
Pickup is located in Iaşi, Romania.
OTHER INFORMATION:
A rare and increasingly collectible Jeep Comanche combining documented ownership history, historic vehicle registration, extensive corrosion protection, significant mechanical refurbishment, and carefully selected upgrades that enhance both reliability and driving enjoyment.
Details
Brand
Jeep
Model type
Comanche
Year
1988
Located in
Romania
Mileage reading
105450 mi
Registration papers
with Romanian registration
Transmission
Automatic
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
Black
Horse power
177
Cubic capacity
3906
Matching numbers
Yes
Matching colours
Yes
Service book/history
No
Valid MOT
Yes
Date until valid MOT
February 20, 2028
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
No
Certificate available
Yes
Condition (Paint & body)
Very Good: minor chips or scratches, minor conventional body and paintwork
Condition (Interior)
Very Good: clean, showing minimal wear. May require replacement of minor missing or broken parts
Condition (Frame & underbody)
Excellent: frame/structure is in a perfect condition, no signs of rust or damages
Condition (Mechanical)
Very Good: mechanically sound, may require minor service
Condition (Overall)
Very good condition: minimal signs of wear
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Catawiki always aims to offer you the best possible buying experience. Our experts virtually review and select every vehicle in line with our submission guidelines and we require our sellers to provide the most accurate description of the vehicle. However, providing a fully detailed analysis of the vehicle is extremely difficult, and close to impossible. To guide you, we ask our sellers to provide information about the vehicle’s condition. Please consider that most vehicles for sale are classic vehicles and they often already have a whole life behind them, meaning that even a condition 1 or 2 vehicle might need maintenance to be ready for the road. It is advised to carefully read our submission guidelines that further describe details about the condition grades and types to manage your expectations. Cars are sold “as is”, meaning as described and in the condition they are in at the time of the sale and without any representation, warranty or assumption of liability of any kind as to the condition by Catawiki or by the seller. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from yours, your local garage, or the dealer’s opinion. This does not automatically mean the car does not conform to its description. Before bidding, please check your local legislation regarding vehicle registration. Neither the seller nor Catawiki is responsible for the registration of the vehicle in your country and will not accept a cancellation for your failure to register the vehicle. We also recommend that, if possible, you arrange a viewing with the seller before placing a bid.
