2011 Wrangler with AEV Upgrades is a Standout

Wrangler features aftermarket bumpers, wheels, tires and a nice lift kit.

There are a great many companies which offer upgrades for the Jeep Wrangler, but American Expedition Vehicles, better known as AEV, is one of the most respected. As the company name would suggest, AEV offers upgrades that transform any vehicle into a near-unstoppable off-road machine, but not everyone has the ability to install these items, nor do they know of a trustworthy shop to do the install for them.

Fortunately, “tcal4404” posted his 2011 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited in the JK Forum Marketplace with a long list of upgrades, both from AEV and from other, reputable brands, making this a great option for someone who wants a vehicle that is prepared to hit the trails.

Wrangler with AEV Components

When the OP first posted his 2011 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited for sale, he began with some history of the vehicle, followed by a modifcation list, a maintenance list and a quick rundown of what is wrong with this modified SUV.

Selling my beloved Wrangler. I’m the 2nd owner, I picked it up in 2014 with 22k miles (bone stock). It was first owned by an older gentlemen and traded in. Jeep has been truly cared for under my ownership (exterior/mechanically/modifications). Right now sitting at 89k miles (clean title, title in hand, no accidents). Jeep has been tastefully modified with very high quality parts (AEV) and all the work done by a very reputable shop (Globex performance – NJ).
Fully loaded: Dual tops! (soft top + body colored hard top + freedom top bag), saddle leather/heated seats, remote start, Uconnect 430N head unit (6.5″ touchscreen, navigation, bluetooth/xm radio), Alpine 9-speaker stereo w/ subwoofer, 3.73 gears, towing package, power windows + mirrors, Mopar fuel filler cover.

Modifications (Over $10k, all were done by a top notch shop, Globex Performance in Tom’s River NJ – have all receipts):
-AEV Front bumper
-AEV Rear bumper w/ Tire Carrier + AEV 3rd brake light
– AEV 2.5″ DualSport XT Lift w Bilstein Shocks
– AEV Geometry Control Arm Drop Brackets
– AEV 17×8.5 Pintler Wheels-Black (excellent condition no rash)
– Goodyear Duratracs 315/70/17 (plenty of life left)
-Stubby Antenna
-Clear turn indicator & side marker lights
–Weathertech floorliner all weather mats (front + rear + cargo liner)
– Superchips Flashcal [Recalibrates speedometer for larger tires] (included – can be used as an OBDII/Check Engine Scanner – included)
– Mopar door sill guards
– Mopar front mud guards

I have all maintenance records, recent stuff below:
-Synthetic oil changes every 5k miles
-Brakes were changed Dec 2018 (less than 10k miles ago)
-All 4 rotors and pads replaced. Premium coated rotors (don’t rust in the center)
-Recently (Aug 2019) [~$2.4k service]
-Replaced both rear axles w/ HD axles & new axle seals
-Differential fluid change
-EGR Valve replaced
-Parking brake serviced

Jeep looks and runs great! Still gets tons of compliments and people can’t believe the condition it’s in. I worked hard to maintain the jeep in pristine condition and always handwashed it myself (2-bucket method + good products) or took it to good hand-washes I trust. I love the look of the body colored top and fenders w/ the aev bumpers & lift.

A/C & heat work flawlessly. Moving on to a pickup truck, sad to see it go but whoever picks this up is getting a very well cared for wrangler w/ great modifications. Seats are not shiny (not sure why pics make it look that way).

The not so good. Front brakes squeak occasionally. Pads & rotors changed less than 10k miles ago, they just need to be lubed as I think one of the clips vibrates/rubs occasionally.

The OP also included also included a collection of pictures showing the Wrangler inside and out. We have only included a few here, but if you are interested in this Jeep, click here for a closer look.

Ready for Off-roading

This Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is an ideal off-road machine, with bumpers that will take more abuse than the stock units. They also create a much more aggressive looking vehicle with the help of the lift kit, the wheels and the tires. In terms of maintenance, this Wrangler has been taken care of over time, including some work that can prove to be costly if neglected.

Based on what we know from the sale post, this Jeep is built to outperform a stock vehicle and it will continue to perform well into the future thanks to the routine maintenance program. In other words, you will be hard-pressed to find a modified 2011 Wrangler in better condition, so if you are in the market for a new-to-you Jeep, this AEV-modified machine might be your ideal rig for driving on the road and off.

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Patrick Rall

"Before I was old enough to walk, my dad was taking me to various types of racing events, from local drag racing to the Daytona 500," says Patrick Rall, a lifetime automotive expert, diehard Dodge fan, and respected auto journalist for over 10 years. "He owned a repair shop and had a variety of performance cars when I was young, but by the time I was 16, he was ready to build me my first drag car – a 1983 Dodge Mirada that ran low 12s. I spent 10 years traveling around the country, racing with my dad by my side. While we live in different areas of the country, my dad still drag races at 80 years old in the car that he built when I was 16 while I race other vehicles, including my 2017 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and my 1972 Dodge Demon 340.

"Although I went to college for accounting, my time in my dad’s shop growing up allowed me the knowledge to spend time working as a mechanic before getting my accounting degree, at which point I worked in the office of a dealership group. While I was working in the accounting world, I continued racing and taking pictures of cars at the track. Over time, I began showing off those pictures online and that led to my writing.

"Ten years ago, I left the accounting world to become a full-time automotive writer and I am living proof that if you love what you do, you will never “work” a day in your life," adds Rall, who has clocked in time as an auto mechanic, longtime drag racer and now automotive journalist who contributes to nearly a dozen popular auto websites dedicated to fellow enthusiasts.

"I love covering the automotive industry and everything involved with the job. I was fortunate to turn my love of the automotive world into a hobby that led to an exciting career, with my past of working as a mechanic and as an accountant in the automotive world provides me with a unique perspective of the industry.

"My experience drag racing for more than 20 years coupled with a newfound interest in road racing over the past decade allows me to push performance cars to their limit, while my role as a horse stable manager gives me vast experience towing and hauling with all of the newest trucks on the market today.

"Being based on Detroit," says Rall, "I never miss the North American International Auto Show, the Woodward Dream Cruise and Roadkill Nights, along with spending plenty of time raising hell on Detroit's Woodward Avenue with the best muscle car crowd in the world.

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