1989 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 360 V8, 114,900 miles, dry-climate Oregon truck, at $16,895

Why we picked it

Why we picked it: this is a Burgundy-over-Cordovan-leather 1989 Grand Wagoneer with the 360 V8 and automatic, power seats and windows, the overhead console and its original woodgrain. The dealer says it came from dry southeastern Oregon, runs and drives well, the A/C blows cool, the headliner is tight, and the body, frame and suspension are solid.

Grand Wagoneers with 110,000 to 150,000 miles have been selling for $20,000 to $28,000 at BaT and Mecum this year. At $16,895, this one leaves room for a driver's seat cushion and a fresh set of woodgrain vinyl.

The value check

The seller is asking $16,895. Comparable cars in the same condition have sold for $20,000–$28,000, so the middle of the market is about $24,000. That put this car 30% under.

Original 110k-150k-mile 1988 Grand Wagoneers sold for $20,000 to $28,000 at BaT and Mecum between Jun and Oct 2026, with clean 1989s around $21,800 to $25,000. At $16,895, this one is about 30% under the $24,000 midpoint.

Where the numbers come from:

• 1988 Grand Wagoneer 111k mi, BaT, $20,000 (Oct 2026)
• 1988 Grand Wagoneer 133k mi, BaT, $20,000 (Jul 2026)
• 1988 Grand Wagoneer 142k mi, BaT, $26,000 (Jun 2026)
• 1988 Grand Wagoneer 124k mi, BaT, $28,000 (Aug 2026)
• Classic.com 1989 Wagoneer sold results

What to check

• The listing does not state the title status and shows a placeholder VIN; confirm both before any deposit
• Check the rear quarters, tailgate, rocker panels and floors under the carpet for rust, plus the roof rack mounts for leaks
• Check the Selec-Trac transfer case, the vacuum-operated front axle disconnect and the 360's carburetor (often a weak point)
• Power window regulators and the dash gauges are common failures
• The driver's seat cushion needs work; the truck is at the consignor's home, not the dealer's lot

Making it drive like new

Fuel injection on the 360 (or a 5.9 Magnum or LS swap), a 4L60E or 46RE overdrive automatic, and a front brake upgrade make these much better long-distance trucks while keeping the classic look.