Does it frustrate you that the Jeep JK has become so mainstream?
07-01-2016, 04:28 PM
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Does it frustrate you that the Jeep JK has become so mainstream?
Just like in the title, does it frustrate you that the Jeep JK has become so mainstream. That possibly it is watering down the Jeep culture somewhat? Is this the wrong way to feel about it?
07-01-2016, 04:50 PM
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I, personally, am fine with it. Bring them on. I like seeing them often as I drive to wherever. I have never felt the Jeep culture is all about the Jeep. It's always been to me about the people. Jeep enthusiasts still exist and I have no problem with the soccer moms. They help keep the brand alive and affordable.
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07-01-2016, 05:05 PM
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Yeah... doesn't bother me. As sport said, it's not the jeep itself that makes the culture for me.. that's probably why I wave at more than jeeps (which, much to my amusement, garners strangs looks). I'll wave at an XJ or an FJ or anything else that looks cool.. oh, and the soccer mom in the mall-rated jeep too. 
07-01-2016, 05:08 PM
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I appreciate the "mainstream-ness" of the JK. Like mentioned above, it's what has kept this brand alive and well. Unfortunately, there are not enough enthusiasts to support a full scale production vehicle... Also, the high demand helps them retain their retail value, great for if we ever decide to sell and upgrade!
07-01-2016, 05:50 PM
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The only part about it, as with anything, the more popular something becomes the more it attracts the douchers. Hate douchers in any capacity.
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07-01-2016, 05:57 PM
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only when I see a new JKU built to the hilt with coil overs and bypass shocks on 37's and the driver is so scared to get rock rash on his rock stars and holds everyone up on the trail. Too many people build the jeep up before they even how to drive it off road.
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07-01-2016, 06:27 PM
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I, personally, am fine with it. Bring them on. I like seeing them often as I drive to wherever. I have never felt the Jeep culture is all about the Jeep. It's always been to me about the people. Jeep enthusiasts still exist and I have no problem with the soccer moms. They help keep the brand alive and affordable.
07-01-2016, 09:59 PM
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All very valid points. 200,000 Jeeps sold last year. I'd be curious to see how the Jamborees are fairing. Do you think there has been a significant upswing in the amount of participants? It would be interesting to see some numbers in Jeep events/club participation trends over the past 5-10 years.
07-02-2016, 04:27 AM
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Why would I care? I didn't buy any of my Jeeps because of the culture, or because of what anyone else does or doesn't do with/to theirs. I bought them for my enjoyment, to do what I want to do and take me where I want to go.
It's true that it has always been nice knowing if I was stuck on the trail or the side of the road and I saw a Wrangler coming in my direction that they would stop, just as I always have for others. I don't have that same feeling anymore, and that is something I will miss. Used to be if you saw another Wrangler you knew you shared some small bond with the owner/driver, not so much anymore.
Maybe I do get your point just a little.....
It's true that it has always been nice knowing if I was stuck on the trail or the side of the road and I saw a Wrangler coming in my direction that they would stop, just as I always have for others. I don't have that same feeling anymore, and that is something I will miss. Used to be if you saw another Wrangler you knew you shared some small bond with the owner/driver, not so much anymore.
Maybe I do get your point just a little.....