1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee

SUV

5.9 Liter (Federal Emissions)

Automatic

1J4GZ88Z8WC165575

Clear

Gasoline

Before the ground pounding Trackhawk and the pavement scorching SRT’s, there was the competition crushing 5.9 Limited. The 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.9 Limited is where the high performance SUV began. Featuring unrivaled power and unparalleled exclusivity, it was rightly heralded as the undisputed 4x4 of year by virtually all of the the leading automotive journalists and publications of the day. At the time of production, the 5.9 Limited was easily “The World’s Fastest SUV!” and its almighty successor still fights doggedly for that title today. Production Numbers: 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 1,647,188 (www.allpar.com)1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 247,3721998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.9 Limited: 14,2861998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.9 Limited with Federal Emissions: 10,0511998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.9 Limited with California Emissions: 4,235 Vin: 1J4GZ88Z8WC165575Year: 1998Make: JeepModel: Grand Cherokee (ZJ)Trim: 5.9 Limited (Federal Emissions)Police: Yes What is the “Police” setting? Police is a setting within the Vin Z88Z Powertrain Control Module that can be manually activated with the appropriate tool. For obvious reasons, this setting was not activated when Z88Z Vins were shipped new to dealerships from the Jefferson North Assembly Plant beginning in 1997. However, despite the fact that very few people actually know about this interesting and unique setting, it does indeed exist. I know the fact of its existence with absolute certainty because I personally activate the Police setting on every Z88Z Vin that I acquire. What does the “Police” setting do? Unfortunately, there is currently no known officially published document by the factory to provide an undisputed confirmation of its features. Therefore, I can only provide my professional opinion on the subject to the best of my abilities which is based upon my first hand experience with the subject matter and a copious amount of untold hours researching Vin Z88Z. Firstly, I believe that when the Police setting is activated it removes the factory set top speed limiter of 115 mph. Secondly, I believe that the Police setting also improves the rate of acceleration via a combination of additional spark advance and/or improved automatic transmission shift speeds/points. I draw my second opinion from my personal experience of operating a 5.9 Limited numerous times under full throttle 0-60mph acceleration tests, both with and without the Police setting activated, in which there is a physically noticeable difference of sensation during gear changes between the two settings. With Police activated, I believe gear changes to occur more quickly and with a crisper physical feeling of engagement. Lastly, there is a notably historic discrepancy in officially published documentation regarding the factory stated 0-60mph acceleration time. It is common knowledge that the official 0-60mph time published by Jeep for the 5.9 Limited is 7.3 seconds. It is also fairly common knowledge that all of the published tests and reviews of the 5.9 Limited by independent journalists and publications from 1998 achieved the factory stated acceleration test results. However, there was one exception to these published results and that one exception was Motor Trend Magazine. In the January 1998 issue, Motor Trend recorded and published a 0-60mph time of 6.8 seconds or 0.5 seconds faster then they should have been able to achieve under normal operating conditions. It is my belief that Motor Trend achieved this remarkably quicker acceleration time by activating Police. Engine: 5.9 Liter (OEM Federal Emissions Z Code 360cui V8)Drivetrain: All Time Assist High/Low Four Wheel Drive Quadra-TracTransmission: 4-Speed Automatic with Overdrive (OEM 46RE)Front Differential: OEM Dana 30Rear Differential: OEM Dana 44 with Trac-LokOdometer: 247,000 Miles A well maintained “Z” code Magnum block will reliably exceed 300,000 miles. But mileage, like your age, is just a number! It’s what’s on the inside that counts and this engines individual cylinder compression pressures are well above the Chrysler factory service manual minimum specifications. Additionally, all of the applicable FCA recalls have been performed by Jeep dealerships since 1998. Title Status: CleanRegistration Status: Valid New or Recent Parts and Services with Applicable Documentation Provided: ALL of the lights have been checked and/or replaced and ALL of the fluids have been checked and/or replaced. Fuel - Premium 92 Octane with Octane BoosterOil - New / Full Synthetic 10W-30 High MileageOil Cap - Used / OEM MoparOil Filter - New / K&NAir Filter - Checked / Cleaned and Oiled / Good / K&NPCV Valve - Checked / Good / OEM MoparPCV Valve Tube - New / OEM MoparSerpentine Belt - Checked / No Cracks / GoodBattery - Checked / No Parasitic Drains / Good / Date: December 2015Radiator Cap - New / OEM MoparRadiator Fluid - NewBrake Fluid - NewFront Brake Pads - NewFront Brake Calipers - NewFront Brake Rotors - ResurfacedRear Brake Pads - NewTransfer Case Fill Plug - New / OEM MoparGrease Fittings - Checked / Greased / GoodWheels - Checked / Balanced / GoodTires - Checked / No Leaks / Good / Size: 245/70/16Spare Tire - New / Goodyear / Size: 245/70/16Front Windshield Wipers - NewRear Windshield Wiper - NewRear Floor Mats - New / OEM Mopar Full Disclosure Of Currently Known Major Parts Or Services Needed: Windshield - CrackedAir Conditioning - Not FunctionalAutomatic Transmission Pan Gasket - Leak (It does not inhibit daily use of the vehicle but it does drip when parked without use for extended periods of time.) Full Disclosure Of Currently Known Minor Parts Or Services Needed: Front Passenger Fender - DentFront Passenger Door - DentRear Bumper - CrackSteering Wheel LeatherDriver’s Seat Bottom LeatherMiscellaneous Interior Electrical Features - Heated Seats, Steering Wheel Mounted Radio Controls, Rear Wiper, Ashtray LightbulbVehicle Information Center - Solder (It functions correctly and as designed approximately 90% of the time but it has very briefly and intermittently displayed incorrect information before.) Rust: 100% Rust Free Unibody Frame Originality, Authenticity, and Optional Equipment: This highly original, authentic, and fully complete 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.9 Limited is a Chrysler factory time capsule as it still has and includes ALL of the following rare and commonly missing OEM items... Ultra Rare Factory Sealed and Unopened “1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Tips From The Jeep Product Team” VHS Tape that was initially located in every 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee glovebox. Obviously, very few of them remain today in their original location and fewer of them still have never been even opened or unsealed. Owner’s Manual (OEM Case with Supporting Factory Documents)Rare Cup Holder Insert - InfamousOEM Front Floor MatsOEM Rear Floor MatsOEM Amp (Located Under The Driver’s Side Rear Seat Cushion)Emergency Tool Kit (Located Under The Passenger’s Side Rear Seat Cushion)Spare Tire (Full Size Tire With Matching UltraStar Rim)Spare Tire CoverRare Rear Cargo Area Compartment CoverVery Rare Rear Cargo Area Net To the best of my knowledge, there were only four items available that were listed as optional equipment by Chrysler for the 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.9 Limited. There was a tow package which included a Class III Hitch, a combined tow hook/skid plate package, an engine block heater, and a very rare sunroof delete option. This Z88Z vin does have the tow package with the Class III hitch and a fully functional sunroof but it does not have the engine block heater or the tow hook/skid plate package. Additionally, it has an OEM “Bug Deflector” which was an official 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Mopar Accessory. Also included is a copy of the original Chrysler factory equipment listing or “build sheet” for this specific Z88Z vin, a copy of its completed FCA recalls, a full vehicle history report, all of the available parts and service history receipts, and a full tank of premium 92 Octane with Octane Booster. Description: This is a good and reliable 5.9 Limited daily driver that looks clean and complete from a few feet away. However, it is not terribly difficult to spot minor imperfections when inspected closely. I have personally accrued and test driven 1,000 incident free miles in this specific 5.9 Limited. Entirely incident free test drives have included a multitude of various short trips, longer 100+ mile round trips, multiple hours of stop and go traffic during periods of high ambient temperatures, and short off road excursions to confirm the functionality of all the major drivability related components. I would best describe this specific 5.9 Limited as an excellent candidate for additional refurbishment or a full restoration due to its OEM originality and rust free unibody. Condition: Good! All of the lights are functional, all of the fluids are full, and the registration is valid. I am 100% confident in my description that this 5.9 Limited can go anywhere at anytime and that it will get you there very quickly! The vehicle may be picked up locally, the winning bidder may fly into the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and simply drive it home, or arrangements can be made for shipping. For reference, I have sold multiple Jeeps that buyers have had shipped to as far away places as Scotland. I am familiar with the vehicle shipping process and I am happy to be both helpful and accommodating to the best of my abilities. This vehicle will remain securely garaged in its current location until the time of delivery and the utmost care will be taken to ensure that full transparency and documentation occurs throughout the buying process. I have made every attempt to be honest, accurate, and thorough in the description of both the attributes and detriments associated with this 5.9 Limited specifically but please do not hesitate to communicate with me if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. Thank You!On Jul-19-18 at 21:03:59 PDT, seller added the following information: