SEMA Auctioning off Five Jeep Wranglers to Benefit Schools

By Brett Foote - July 24, 2019

SEMA’s High School Vehicle Build Program helps kids learn valuable skills, and these five Jeep builds are proof of that.

As you likely know, the future of the automotive hobby depends on us. As the gatekeepers who learned to love wrenching thanks to our elders, we must now pass the torch on to the next generation. And SEMA isn’t taking this responsibility lightly. This year, they rounded up five high school auto shop programs from across the country to customize a Jeep Wrangler as part of their SEMA High School Vehicle Build Program. And now, all five of those custom rides are being auctioned off on Bring a Trailer.

Proceeds from the sales of these Jeep vehicles will go right back into the program, of course. That money, along with donations from various automotive aftermarket companies, helps continue to foster the skills young folks need to become the next big industry icons. This year, the Jeep builds were sponsored by 32 companies who donated over 220 products. SEMA’s program aims to introduce high school students to the automotive customization hobby and lifestyle through real-world, hands on educational experiences such as this.

A different Jeep is going live at Bring a Trailer each day at 9 a.m. PST. Bidding for each continues for seven days. So far, a 2005 Jeep Wrangler has hammered for $26,000, as well as an ’04 that sold for $20,250. If you want to get in on the action and help a great cause, there’s still time. Currently (as of this writing), auctions for the remaining 1997, 2002, and 2004 Jeep Wranglers are still live. And truthfully, who wouldn’t want to add a sweet new ride to their garage while also helping a worthwhile cause?

Even better, winners can opt to accept a travel package that allows them to attend the 2019 SEMA show and see their new ride displayed there. How cool is that? And even if you aren’t lucky enough to win one of these rigs, you can still help out this worthwhile cause. SEMA is also accepting donations for their High School Build Program. You can donate as little as $10, which is probably way less than you spent on Jeep parts today. So be sure and head over here to do your part in supporting the future of our beloved hobby!