gpb

I'm considering buying a JK in the next couple of weeks and have learned tons reading through threads here.

One thing I'm curious as to people's opinions though. With the change in 2009 as to how the freedom top panels attach to the windshield in the middle is it perhaps better to go for a 2009 model over a 2008? I know that internet forums often give an exaggerated view of problems such as the top leaks since happy people don't post about it as much; but a change was made and I'm concerned that I might regret choosing an 08 instead of an 09.

Thoughts?

Thanks.

Soup

I contemplated the same thing? That was one of the reasons I went with the 09, hopefully I'll never know!

ibjeepr

huh, didn't know they changed that.

08SaharaM6

I was not aware of that, are their any other differences for 09. I will have to do some research. Maybe take a ride to the dealer to check them out today.

08 rubi

yes there are several little changes to the 09 jks

08SaharaM6

No 4 door Rubi for 09?????

This is from jeep.com for build your own.

http://www.jeep.com/hostc/bmo/models...&zipCode=07424

EDIT- JUST NOTICED I CLICKED ON 2WD ON ACCIDENT

armycop

There is a $2000 rebate plus $500 bonus right now on 2008's. There is only a $1000 rebate on the 2009's.

gpb

True. On the other hand the value of the 2008 is less in terms of resale, trade, or if (heaven forbid) it should be wrecked and totaled. In two and a half weeks it'll be a year old vehicle. If anything there should be a greater discount on 2008's

4JEXEP4

Not true, that link is for 4x2's. The Rubicon comes in a 4x4 only.

08SaharaM6

I know, I edited my post. Read it again.