Jeep -Cj340. Heart over Mind - Page 4 - Team-BHP

Bazius · 6th July 2009, 19:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by beejay

I have decided to pick her up. It makes sense to at least use her for a year and experience the JEEP EFFECT and then sell later on if I am over the effect.

Even then i am sure it would be able to fetch a good price.

Such a Beautiful Vehicle. If you can afford why are you thinking so much?

Memories of a lifetime are made in vehicles with character not comfort. Buying a jeep is not a "sensible" thing to do but you already have sensible vehicles.

You're thinking of selling it even before buying

; doesn't augur good tidings.

beejay · 6th July 2009, 19:25

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bazius

Such a Beautiful Vehicle. If you can afford why are you thinking so much?

Memories of a lifetime are made in vehicles with character not comfort. Buying a jeep is not a "sensible" thing to do but you already have sensible vehicles.

You're thinking of selling it even before buying

; doesn't augur good tidings.

These are probabilities that one must think of before making a rational purchase.

Selling her off is not in one of my top priorities today.

Bazius · 6th July 2009, 19:50

I understand beejay it is your decision at the end of the day and hence your rationalization process. As jeep lovers we will try to assure you that it is a good decision.

May the FOURS be with you!

trammway · 7th July 2009, 13:58

The wheel arcs for the front and rear are available in chennai for the CJ340. If any of the CJ340 owners wanting to have the one as shown in the original picture, ping me.

I can even ready to exchange it for

1. The emergency break cable kit of Classic
2. The side view mirror assy including the clamps to fit.

;-) good bargain isn't ?

sreerajunnithan · 7th July 2009, 15:38

beejay,

You are one lucky owner to get this "Untouched Beauty". Never mind about the price. I came thru same dilemma when i was out there looking for a 550/540. 98K is almost the end of engine life, but looking at the way she maintained this Jeep, I don't think you need to worry about that in near future (Not a big deal even otherwise). Any symptoms of white/black smoke? and one final word - "Never Ever" spoil that origal looks. The only upgrade you can think about is, getting some new rubber. All the best and "happy jeepin"

Thanks
--Sree--

beejay · 7th July 2009, 15:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by trammway

The wheel arcs for the front and rear are available in chennai for the CJ340. If any of the CJ340 owners wanting to have the one as shown in the original picture, ping me.

I can even ready to exchange it for

1. The emergency break cable kit of Classic
2. The side view mirror assy including the clamps to fit.

;-) good bargain isn't ?

Siva,

Do you know anyplace where i would be able to get my hands on the side view mirror's.

Ravveendrra · 7th July 2009, 17:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by beejay

I have decided to pick her up. It makes sense to at least use her for a year and experience the JEEP EFFECT and then sell later on if I am over the effect.

Even then i am sure it would be able to fetch a good price.

Excellent move. It is difficult to find a Jeep in such excellent condition. My philosophy is: if the car is good - pay the price!

Several 4X4 enthusiasts have mentioned that the prices for Jeeps has shot through the roof. (In fact they were complaining bitterly that Fords, Willys, Kaisers, CJs etc. were now unaffordable.) So hopefully, you might get more for it a year down the line

(if you decide to sell then).

I remember the CJ in red. Between 1990 and 1994, I used to see one everyday on my way to work. The body was red, the wheels were a cream/off-white and the bumpers were the same colour as the wheels. It looked awesome, just like the Jeep in the pics.

The Jeep in question looks better than most Jeeps that have run a fraction that it has, the lady in red hides her age well and looks better than jeeps that are a quarter her age!

Congrats on your acquisition.

Cheers,

trammway · 9th July 2009, 00:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by beejay

Siva,

Do you know anyplace where i would be able to get my hands on the side view mirror's.

Ah... that is the same thing I'm searching for my Classic over an year and half. If you find one, get me a pair.

DHABHAR.BEHRAM · 9th July 2009, 09:17

Dear Sharath - the original "test drive your heart" placard is still hanging on the wall behind Mr.Naresh Bhosle's table inside Kandivli plant. There is an original MM540 placard also there. I think I'll take custody of both these priceless articles.

Best regards,

Behram Dhabhar

Samurai · 9th July 2009, 10:12

Yes Behram, better do it before somebody throws it out assuming it to be trash.

NIP · 9th July 2009, 16:33

wow !! M&M please please bring this beauty back !!!!

beejay · 14th July 2009, 16:19

I have taken partly legal delivery of her. I need to get the papers signed which I should be receiving by the end of this month.

The heart has won.

Kandisa · 14th July 2009, 17:27

Good decision at the end and good that you listened to your heart. Enjoy the JEEP experience

Bazius · 14th July 2009, 19:34

Congrats! I think everyone here will be a lil jealous of you now.

beejay · 14th July 2009, 20:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ravveendrra

Excellent move. It is difficult to find a Jeep in such excellent condition. My philosophy is: if the car is good - pay the price!

Several 4X4 enthusiasts have mentioned that the prices for Jeeps has shot through the roof. (In fact they were complaining bitterly that Fords, Willys, Kaisers, CJs etc. were now unaffordable.) So hopefully, you might get more for it a year down the line

(if you decide to sell then).

I remember the CJ in red. Between 1990 and 1994, I used to see one everyday on my way to work. The body was red, the wheels were a cream/off-white and the bumpers were the same colour as the wheels. It looked awesome, just like the Jeep in the pics.

The Jeep in question looks better than most Jeeps that have run a fraction that it has, the lady in red hides her age well and looks better than jeeps that are a quarter her age!

Congrats on your acquisition.

Cheers,

Thanks a lot. I have done just that. I am sure I have paid its worth.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kandisa

Good decision at the end and good that you listened to your heart. Enjoy the JEEP experience

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bazius

Congrats! I think everyone here will be a lil jealous of you now.

Thanks guys, There are many people who come up and ask if its for sale. This goes to prove my heart thinks on the same lines as my mind.

6th July 2009, 19:50	#48 (permalink)
Bazius BHPian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 65 View My Garage	I understand beejay it is your decision at the end of the day and hence your rationalization process. As jeep lovers we will try to assure you that it is a good decision. May the FOURS be with you! __________________ Keep Rockin when you Rollin

7th July 2009, 13:58	#49 (permalink)
trammway BHPian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Chennai Posts: 494 View My Garage	The wheel arcs for the front and rear are available in chennai for the CJ340. If any of the CJ340 owners wanting to have the one as shown in the original picture, ping me. I can even ready to exchange it for 1. The emergency break cable kit of Classic 2. The side view mirror assy including the clamps to fit. ;-) good bargain isn't ? __________________ My Bikes: yamaha-rd-350 rajdoot-gts & jawa-250 My Jeep: mahindraclassic My Travel: camera-friendly

7th July 2009, 15:38	#50 (permalink)
sreerajunnithan BHPian Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Banagalore Posts: 294	beejay, You are one lucky owner to get this "Untouched Beauty". Never mind about the price. I came thru same dilemma when i was out there looking for a 550/540. 98K is almost the end of engine life, but looking at the way she maintained this Jeep, I don't think you need to worry about that in near future (Not a big deal even otherwise). Any symptoms of white/black smoke? and one final word - "Never Ever" spoil that origal looks. The only upgrade you can think about is, getting some new rubber. All the best and "happy jeepin" Thanks --Sree-- __________________ Get Going, Go Jeepin... Last edited by sreerajunnithan : 7th July 2009 at 15:58.

9th July 2009, 10:12	#55 (permalink)
Samurai Team-BHP Support Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: KA-20 Posts: 8,270 View My Garage	Yes Behram, better do it before somebody throws it out assuming it to be trash. __________________ Samurai The only Super Car in my book -Bowler Wild Cat

9th July 2009, 16:33	#56 (permalink)
NIP Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,037 View My Garage	wow !! M&M please please bring this beauty back !!!! __________________ *Jeeping - Rock, not* Rice!**

9th July 2009, 09:17	#54 (permalink)
DHABHAR.BEHRAM BHPian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: MUMBAI Posts: 886	Dear Sharath - the original "test drive your heart" placard is still hanging on the wall behind Mr.Naresh Bhosle's table inside Kandivli plant. There is an original MM540 placard also there. I think I'll take custody of both these priceless articles. Best regards, Behram Dhabhar

14th July 2009, 16:19	#57 (permalink)
beejay BHPian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Coonoor,The Nilgiris. Posts: 998 View My Garage	I have taken partly legal delivery of her. I need to get the papers signed which I should be receiving by the end of this month. The heart has won. __________________ I am going to pursue Galileo Galilee`s philosophy: my world is also round." Luigi Colani

14th July 2009, 17:27	#58 (permalink)
Kandisa BHPian Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Noida Posts: 448	Good decision at the end and good that you listened to your heart. Enjoy the JEEP experience __________________ Kandisa Trying to understand the JEEP thing.....

14th July 2009, 19:34	#59 (permalink)
Bazius BHPian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 65 View My Garage	Congrats! I think everyone here will be a lil jealous of you now. __________________ Keep Rockin when you Rollin

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