Jeep CJ-5, CJ-7 and Wrangler: Books - History

Jeep CJ-5 & CJ-7 4x4 (1976-1986) - Brooklands Portfolio

Brooklands Portfolio book about the Jeep CJ-5 and CJ-7 4x4 models from the years 1976-1986. Describes the Jeep 4, 6 and 8 cylinders, Renegade, Golden Eagle, Diesel, Limited and Overlander.

• The articles, taken from contemporary British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and technology.
• Also driving impressions, tests, comparison tests, technical specifications, etc.

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Jeep CJ 1945-1986

Back in print after a long absence! Jeep CJ 1945 - 1986 is devoted to the story of the CJ Jeep. It has a detailed, carefully researched text, hundreds of color illustrations, and charts illustrating the specifications and options of all CJ models from the CJ-2A to the final version, the CJ-7.
It provides readers with the story of the CJ's origin as the MB Jeep of World War II, its early popularity as a utility vehicle and its evolution into a rugged 4x4 suitable for work or play.

Jeep CJ-5 (1960-1975) - Brooklands Portfolio

Brooklands Portfolio book about Jeep CJ-5 4x4 models from the years 1960-1975. Describes the Jeep Universal, Renegade, CJ-5, 4 cylinder, V6 and V8.

• The 29 articles, taken from contemporary British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and technology.
• Also driving impressions, tests, comparison tests, technical specifications, etc.

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Jeep - CJ to Grand Cherokee - A Collector's Guide

In tracing the Jeep CJ, XJ and ZJ history, Taylor describes in detail the many variants. Valuable information is provided to aid in model identification.

Chapters: The military Jeep - The classic flat-fenders - At work and at play - The recreational Jeep - CJ derivatives - The senior Jeeps (1) and (2) - The XJ range - The ZJ luxury cruiser.
Appendices: Technical specifications - Production figures - Performance figures.

Jeep Wrangler 4x4 (1987-1999) - Brooklands Portfolio

Brooklands Portfolio book about the Jeep Wrangler 4x4 models from the years 1987-1999. Describes the Jeep YJ, Laredo, Sahara, Renegade, S, Islander, Sport, TJ and SE.

• The articles, taken from contemporary British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and technology.
• Also driving impressions, tests, comparison tests, technical specifications, etc.

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Jeep Wrangler - The Story Behind an Iconic off-Roader

This book looks at how the original Willys Jeep evolved through CJ-7 models into the mass-produced machine that we know today as the Jeep Wrangler. It takes a good look at the model changes, why it's called a 'Jeep' and how it developed into the sophisticated 4x4 that is so widely admired.

Nigel Fryatt answers questions such as what makes the Wrangler such a technically superior vehicle; what it is like to drive off-road; and what you need to look for when buying one. He also looks at the outrageous, modified versions, the accessory industry behind the model, the international events it has competed in and the clubs that have kept the brand alive.

Read the story of how an American icon became owned by Italian motor manufacturer Fiat and what the future holds, as well as details of the latest Wrangler range.