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£23,584
350-Powered 1978 Jeep CJ-5 3-Speed
United States • 3 Jul 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1978 Jeep CJ-5 has been extensively refurbished and modified with a rebuilt Chevrolet 350 V8 engine, modern fuel injection, and upgraded brakes and suspension. It has a striking metallic orange paint job and has won multiple awards, indicating a high-quality build that would appeal to collectors.
Condition
8
The Jeep has undergone a significant refurbishment including rust remediation and a repaint. It features upgraded components like a Chevrolet 350ci V8 with Holley Sniper fuel injection, four-wheel disc brakes, and a lifted suspension. While it has been awarded at shows, the description mentions a non-operational heater control and that the front winch is not wired, suggesting minor areas that may require attention or reconditioning.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
J8F83EH055882
Odometer:
12,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
TMU 350ci Chevrolet V8 Three-Speed Manual Transmission Dual-Range Transfer Case Chrysler Copperhead Metallic Paint Black Vinyl Upholstery Pacer 15” Alloy Wheels Lifted Suspension Four-Wheel Disc Brakes Manually Locking Front Hubs Tubular Bumpers LED Headlights Warn Front Winch Hitch Receiver Boss Bluetooth Sound Bar MPI Steering Wheel Roll Bar Spare Parts
This 1978 Jeep CJ-5 was purchased by the seller in 2017 out of South Carolina, and refurbishment and modification work between 2018 and 2024 included rust remediation, a repaint in metallic orange, and the installation of a rebuilt Chevrolet 350ci V8, which is linked to a three-speed manual transmission and a dual-range transfer case.
Other equipment includes Pacer 15″ alloy wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, lifted suspension, Holley Sniper fuel injection, a black bikini top, a roll bar, tubular bumpers, a front winch, a Bluetooth sound system, a custom dashboard, and seating upholstered in black vinyl.
Awarded at multiple shows and e...
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£2,662
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£12,594
Median Price (Since 2020)
£54,492
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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