I checked around at some dealer sites today, and if your wondering when you can purchase a 2008 Jeep Wrangler it looks like they are starting to show up on some lots. It does look like it is only the four door unlimited that are in inventory so far.
If you’ve seen a **2008 on a lot**, let us know in the comments.
Reviews of the 2008 Jeep Liberty’s off-road ability are starting to trickle in, and they are [looking favorable](http://www.scrippsnews.com/node/26422 “2008 Jeep Liberty”).
>As promised, the Hill Descent Control took over, slowing the Liberty to 1.5 mph via computerized braking to keep the trajectory straight and true. At the end of the slow-motion plunge, all I could see through the windshield was dirt as the Jeep declined at a precarious angle. Still, HDC held steady, returning my vista to its full upright position.
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>The rocky off-road course at Redbird State Riding Area southwest of Indianapolis made an apt proving ground for the next-generation Liberty. Covering 600 acres at the site of a former coal mine, the state park is designed specifically for off-roaders and all-terrain vehicles. In places, the hardwoods narrow the trail so tightly that I had to pull the Liberty’s side mirrors inward to avoid losing them.
It’s good to see that some of the new Jeep vehicles are being built for off-road, as well as on-road, inlike the Compass.
The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has one of the best rollover ratings of any SUV. This is good. I would like to feel that a vehicle that [I would like to get](http://iwantajeep.net/23/time-for-an-upgrade/ “Need a four door Jeep Wrangler”) for my family, though small, is going to be completely safe.
>The two-wheel-drive version of the Toledo-built Jeep Wrangler Unlimited performed with the best of the sport-utility vehicles in recent rollover tests by the government.
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>It was one of 78, or more than half of 2007 model year SUVs tested, receiving four stars. None received the highest rating, five stars.
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>The two-wheel and four-wheel-drive versions of the Toledo-built Dodge Nitro, as well as the four-wheel-drive version of the Wrangler Unlimited, were rated three stars.
[Read More](http://toledoblade.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070829/BUSINESS02/708290432 “Read More”)
The Chrysler Group today announced pricing for the all-new 2008 Jeep Liberty. Completely redesigned from the ground up, the mid-size SUV features classic Jeep exterior styling paired with a functional interior, increased cargo length and rear seat legroom, and the industry-exclusive Sky Slider full-length, open-canvas roof.
“The 2008 Jeep Liberty offers more value than ever before starting at under $21,000 for 4×2 models and under $23,000 for 4×4 models,” said John Plecha, Director – Jeep Brand Marketing and Global Communications, Chrysler Group. “We’ve reduced the MSRP by an average of $1,000 and added approximately $1,400 in features and content to both models. And, the Jeep Liberty Limited sets the bar high with the most combined comfort and convenience features available in its segment.”
Standard on both models is a 3.7-liter SOHC V-6 engine that generates 210 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 235 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,000 rpm. On-road ride and handling is improved with the addition of a new independent front and new five-link rear suspension systems. Staying true to legendary Jeep heritage, the Liberty offers two four-wheel-drive systems to meet customer needs, including Selec-Trac II — the most advanced four-wheel-drive system available in its segment.
MyGIG Multimedia Infotainment System, remote start, memory seats, mirrors and radio controls, and express up/down windows are added to the vehicle’s list of available features and options. Making its world debut is the new Sky Slider full-length, open-canvas roof, an industry exclusive; giving the Liberty that “Have Fun Out There” open-air Jeep experience.
There’s nothing quite like taking a ride through nature during the peak of fall foliage season. In Boston, we traverse to mid-New Hampshire or Vermont. It’s best when the top is down, the sun is out and you have on your sweatshirt.
If you don’t have a Jeep, you can rent one for a couple days in certain places for the sole purpose of going on foliage tours.
>The “Manistee Adventure” gets on the road — or rather off the road — Sept. 29-30 and Oct. 6-7, 13-14 and 20-21. It is priced at $250 per adult — with a minimum of two adults per Jeep — including the Jeep rental, one night’s accommodations, dinner, continental breakfast and leadership. Accompanied by two adults, children 10 and under are priced at $150 each. Tax is extra, and snacks and lunches are BYO. Offered by Sandy Korners Adventure Tours, the caravan leaves from and returns to Mears, Mich., 45 minutes south of Ludington. (231-873-5048; www.sandykorners.com/manisteeadventure .html)
[More Information](http://www.chicagotribune.com/travel/chi-trips_tips_aug26_pmaug26,0,14086.story “Jeep Fall Foliage Tours”)