2014 Jeep Wrangler Willys Wheeler Edition unveiled

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Jeep will unveil at the 2013 Los Angeles Motor Show the 2014 Wrangler Willys Wheeler Edition.

“The roots of America’s love affair with Jeep can be traced to World War II, as the one-of-a-kind vehicle dutifully served the U.S. military with its durability and ruggedness. The affinity for Jeep gained traction as the first civilian Jeep (“CJ”) vehicles – the Willys-Overland CJ-2A – reached the public in 1945. The CJ-2A, and successor CJ-3A, was immortalized for its go-anywhere capability and strictly functional amenities”, is said on the official statement.

The 2014 Jeep Wrangler Willys Wheeler Edition is based on the Wrangler Sport version and features a glossy black radiator grille, special bumper and “Whillys” hood decals. Furthermore, the special edition comes with 17 inch gloss black wheels wrapped in BF Goodrich KM Mud Terrain L tires.

“The new Jeep Wrangler Willys Wheeler Edition is a Jeep purist’s dream, delivering a Jeep vehicle that harkens back to the original, classic CJs of the 1940s,” said Mike Manley, President and CEO – Jeep Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. “This new Jeep vehicle delivers pure functionality and rugged capability in a unique package that recognizes the origins of the brand.”

The 2014 Jeep Wrangler Willys Wheeler Edition features a Command-Trac 4×4 system and a Dana 44 rear axle with a Trac-Lok limited-slip rear differential. Under the hood of the special edition the buyers will find the same 3.6 liter Pentastar V6 unit that offers 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft peak of torque. According to Jeep officials, the car can be ordered with a six speed manual gearbox or with a six speed automatic transmission.

The 2014 Jeep Wrangler Willys Wheeler Edition will go on sale in 2014 and will feature a price tag of $25,795 for two-door version and $29,595 for the four door version.

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by: Carpower360