[sanghill]

The first thing to shop for is a competent Jeep dealership and mechanic. And/or a trusted mechanic that can work on Jeeps. Dealer Rater is a good place to start.
Then figure out what vehicle meets your personal requirements.
Personally I was really happy with doing a Factory Order. Got a quote from AAA and the dealer I bought from charged me even less.
Got exactly the Jeep I wanted and it was fresh off the car carrier. Didn't sit on the lot getting dirty, flat spot tires and dead battery.

 

[rumrunner]

feels weird shopping again. I mean I knew it would happen some day but can't believe it's happening now. kinda like when my old man passed away. knew it would happen but couldn't believe it happened

 

[rumrunner]

saw a car the other day that looked cool. looked it up & watched review videos. what a disappointment the 3 cylinder Chevy Trailblazer is

 

[rumrunner]

finally got around to checking out the 2014 Sport near me w/ only 18k miles, this weekend. but the dealer wasn't around. the doors were unlocked so I had a leisurely look-see. forgot to pop the hood & look at the engine bay. it's bare bones, nothing like my 2014 Limited. but the interior is so nice & clean. it's got ugly 17" steel wheels, I'll have to swap the lug bolts, of course, no heated steering wheel & seats, no nav, no apple carplay, I guess my sound system (speakers) is better in the Limited? no backup camera, no fog lights, no sunroof, no remote start, requires keys (no FOBs)

almost tempting, but didn't drive it. would certainly swap in a GPS radio & add a backup camera. probably keep the 17" wheels but maybe upgrade the tires
from 225 65 17
to 245 60 17
(due to very similar diameter & they'd be a +2 at the over-sand permit station)

 

[Oldguyhavingfun]

finally got around to checking out the 2014 Sport near me w/ only 18k miles, this weekend. but the dealer wasn't around. the doors were unlocked so I had a leisurely look-see. forgot to pop the hood & look at the engine bay. it's bare bones, nothing like my 2014 Limited. but the interior is so nice & clean. it's got ugly 17" steel wheels, I'll have to swap the lug bolts, of course, no heated steering wheel & seats, no nav, no apple carplay, I guess my sound system (speakers) is better in the Limited? no backup camera, no fog lights, no sunroof, no remote start, requires keys (no FOBs)

almost tempting, but didn't drive it. would certainly swap in a GPS radio & add a backup camera. probably keep the 17" wheels but maybe upgrade the tires
from 225 65 17
to 245 60 17
(due to very similar diameter & they'd be a +2 at the over-sand permit station)

How much are they asking for the Sport ?

 

[rumrunner]

How much are they asking for the Sport ?

$18k same as the mileage, weird huh?

 

[Flybynightcru]

18

That's a pretty substantial downgrade from your Limited. You'll definitely miss the features that you take for granted, at least I know would...😉😎

 

[rumrunner]

That's a pretty substantial downgrade from your Limited. You'll definitely miss the features that you take for granted, at I know would...😉😎

thank you, don't know what I was thinking. need to stay focused

 

[Oldguyhavingfun]

$18k same as the mileage, weird huh?

I paid 18 for my 2015 Limited in August 21. Mine had 55K on it….

 

[MaineHawk]

finally got around to checking out the 2014 Sport near me w/ only 18k miles, this weekend. but the dealer wasn't around. the doors were unlocked so I had a leisurely look-see. forgot to pop the hood & look at the engine bay. it's bare bones, nothing like my 2014 Limited. but the interior is so nice & clean. it's got ugly 17" steel wheels, I'll have to swap the lug bolts, of course, no heated steering wheel & seats, no nav, no apple carplay, I guess my sound system (speakers) is better in the Limited? no backup camera, no fog lights, no sunroof, no remote start, requires keys (no FOBs)

almost tempting, but didn't drive it. would certainly swap in a GPS radio & add a backup camera. probably keep the 17" wheels but maybe upgrade the tires
from 225 65 17
to 245 60 17
(due to very similar diameter & they'd be a +2 at the over-sand permit station)

Glad I got mine when I did. 2015 TH for $16.5k with 52k miles found in your neighborhood on Facebook. You would have been all over it. It is loaded. But looks like you prefer the '14 model year!

 

[rumrunner]

uh oh, local Toyota dealer suddenly has a ton of pre-owned new arrivals, in my price range. they just popped in, like out of nowhere!

 

[sanghill]

Refer to Post #21.
'Built' a 2023 Jeep Compass Trailhawk on the Internet. At least it is Trail Rated.
Extras:
Trailer tow group. Only has a 4 pin trailer connector but can use an adapter to get 7 pins.
Sting-Gray non metallic paint.
Convenience group.
Rock rails.
Will probably cost $41k plus. Hopefully AAA buying service would get me the best price.
Would do a Factory Order from my Jeep Dealer.

This seems to be as similar to my 2014 V6 TH as possible.
Doesn't seem to have a rear locker but I think that will be ok.
Has the 2.0L turbo engine which seems to be what our Forum members like.

Does anybody have any knowledge of this vehicle? Off road ability? Highway performance?
Is the driver's seat reasonably comfortable?
All I need is something to drive to my Tree Farm and then drive around on my fire trails and hopefully get me back home again.
I am almost afraid to visit the Jeep Compass Club Web site for fear I will hear all of their horror stories.
Do we think FCA will be making the Compass for a few more years or do I need to rush out and buy a 2023?

 

[rumrunner]

any Cherokee owner, on this forum, that gave an opinion of the Compass, was negative
the one time I sat in a Compass in a showroom, it took about 5 seconds to say to myself "nope". it just doesn't feel as good at the Cherokee
the only negative I've heard about the 2.0T is the sound of the engine revs. when I drove just two of them I thought the car was in the wrong gear. I guess you just get used to it. I need to drive more of them.
but I've been so happy w/ my 2014 2.4 I'm really just looking at preowned Lattitude Plus Trim levels w/ 17" wheels now
I would probably love a 2.0 Limited w/ 18" wheels if I could get used to the sound

 

[rumrunner]

I would probably love a 2.0 Limited w/ 18" wheels if I could get used to the sound

so naturally, the saleswoman emailed me about just that, coming in soon w/ only 20k miles, no pics yet. a little outside my price range, but not by much

 

[rumrunner]

do real men drive red cars?

 

[Flybynightcru]

do real men drive red cars?

It depends...LOL!!!😉😎

 

[Oldguyhavingfun]

do real men drive red cars?

Is it Arrest me Red ? 😎

 

[rumrunner]

Is it Arrest me Red ? 😎

yeah, pretty much the kind that makes one stand out, no matter how much you want to blend in

 

[rumrunner]

took a 1 hour drive to visit a prospective Cherokee (w/only 50k miles). jumped right into a 2017 after riding my 2014. wow what a difference! I remembered why I was originally so excited to buy mine. love the feeling of lightly used suspension components

it had the OEM NAV & it was funny to miss my current aftermarket radio w/ wireless CarPlay. was a good reminder that the essence of the Cherokee isn't all the bells & whistles, it's the ride

was fun digging thru the glove compartment, all the docs from the previous owners. why don't ppl chuck those? I certainly won't be leaving any personal information behind when I say goodbye to mine

ultimately, that's not the car for me, it had crash damage repair that left the DRLs misaligned w/ the front 1/4 panels. worried about water intrusion. but it sure did drive great. would love to get it on some dirt trail rollers & sand dunes

also it had a minor odor, the kind that isn't really bothersome, but might never go away. I think it followed me, into my car, on my clothing, yuk

also the dealer wasn't especially excited about taking mine (203k miles) in on trade. I suggested $5K he suggested $1K ... nope

 

[Vikingstaff]

So the search continues… Bummer that one didn’t work out. Hope you find just the right fit!!!