jblankster

okay, as some of you read in my other thread about this rubi. my dad dosent like it just becuase of the half doors. and he says he would rather order me a new x. can you guys PLEASE post here ant tell him that this used rubi is WAY better than ordering any new X. he will be seeing this in a few days so post as much reasons to get the rubi as possible

Brodmans4

What are the specs on the rubi? Is this your first vehicle?

wayland1985

I don't see how a used rubicon is way better than a brand new X.


Granted, with the X, you're getting a blank pallet, but it's nearly as capable as the rubicon in its stock form. Plus, with your father paying for the damn thing, you should be able to save a few bucks and upgrade it.

Why complain about getting a brand new vehicle?????

pearl-drum-man

From what remember in the other thread, the Rubi seemed like a heck of a deal, probably the way I would go as well. Especially if down the road you intend to wheel the thing. The Rubicon will also hold it's value better in general, with the new X you'll be taking the depreciation hit right off the bat. As an owner of an X, I can say you'll be very happy with it to though. Oh, and the RUbi will have 4.10 gears, the X will have 3.73 at best.

FlightTester

Looks like we'll need more info on that X.

If your dad is buying an X with just the 23S option and 6-spd and softtop, he should be able to get it at invoice, will save a couple thousand, and will have a lifetime warranty. The "X" is also an incredibly capable vehicle and shouldn't be dismissed! It's a great starting point for modding. I can see why your dad would want to buy an X.

That said, a Rubi is a Rubi. It was specifically engineered to be the best "stock" off road vehicle on the market today (here's a nice review: http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/rev...gler-rubicon/). The Rubi also has a better stereo. The Rubi you're looking at should still have a year or two left on the warranty -- time enough to find/fix any flaws. I bought my Rubi because I wanted the best engineered off-road vehicle (I'm an engineer ) and plan on keeping it mainly stock. To me, the Rubi just looks right stock, but the X looks like it needs modding.

The price on the two JKs should be comparable, but I'd buy the Rubi since the big depreciation hit is already over (and it's a RUBI -- hey, I'm hugely biased!). Your dad will take a $2K hit just driving the X off the lot.

Laneco

If you do get an X with a six speed, do yourself a favor... Get the trailer tow package. Not only do you get that handy dandy hitch and wiring but you upgrade from 3.21 to 3.73 gears for "cheap."

angela

Turk

The 3.73 gears by themselves is a $50 option. Really, really cheap.

33 williys 77

Proof for my dad

There are much higher stakes here than just JEEPS, step back and try to look through your dads eyes ( if you can ).

There are no guaranties in life, you can get hurt ( as in vehicle reliability ) in a used Rubi or even a new X, but the NEW X should have a better warranty
Your dad wants the safest and best for HIS son.

nuff said

33

Brodmans4

I agree with this. Also if you have to get an X model, and your dad is cool with used vehicles, you can look for an '07. You can find an '07 X with a factory Dana 44 rear axle and 4.10 gears, buy a 100,000 mile zero deductible warranty, and still spend less money than the Rubi.

jblankster

heres the rubi to compare it to http://www.billkaychrysler.org/2007-jeep-wrangler-rubicon-4x4-c-2213.htm

the only reason why he dosent want it is because of the doors.