This Jeep CJ-7 got away, but there are more like it here.

This 1980 Jeep CJ-7 Laredo is finished in black over a black interior and was acquired by the selling dealer in 2019 from its reported second owner. The 304ci V8 was fitted during previous ownership, while work completed by the selling dealer included the installation of a Tremec T176 four-speed manual transmission, Hooker headers, a side-exit exhaust system, a Holley four-barrel carburetor, a 4″ Rough Country lift kit, aftermarket wheels with 35″ tires, and more as outlined below. This CJ-7 is now offered with a removable hardtop, a soft bikini top, and a clean North Carolina title.

1980 Jeep CJ-7 Laredo V8 4-Speed

The CJ-7 featured a wheelbase that was 10″ inches longer than the CJ-5, and the body on this example was repainted its current shade of black under prior ownership. The selling dealer installed new vinyl Laredo decals and bodyside graphics, and a replacement bikini top was fitted. A removable hardtop is included in the sale, and is pictured below.

1980 Jeep CJ-7 Laredo V8 4-Speed

A 4″ Rough Country lift kit was installed by the seller, as were aftermarket 15″ wheels and 35×12.5″ Mickey Thompson Deegan 38 tires. A matching spare is mounted to the rear swing-away carrier. A reverse shackle kit was also installed per the seller.

1980 Jeep CJ-7 Laredo V8 4-Speed

The interior is outfitted with replacement front bucket seats and a rear bench clad in black vinyl upholstery. A stock three-spoke steering wheel fronts a body-colored steel dash fitted with a replacement pad.

1980 Jeep CJ-7 Laredo V8 4-Speed

Instrumentation consists of an 85-mph speedometer and gauges for engine speed, fuel level, voltage, temperature, and oil pressure, the latter two of which are inoperative. The five-digit odometer shows approximately 73k miles, around 500 of which were added by the seller. Actual mileage is unknown.

1980 Jeep CJ-7 Laredo V8 4-Speed

Originally equipped with a four-cylinder engine, the Jeep was fitted with a 304ci V8 during prior ownership. A Tremec T176 four-speed manual transmission was installed by the seller, and power is sent to the rear or all four wheels through a two-speed transfer case. Further updates completed within the last year are said to include a new clutch and fuel tank, a Holley four-barrel carburetor, and Hooker headers linked to a glasspack side-exhaust system. The seller notes a rebuild of the carburetor was completed in preparation for the sale.

1980 Jeep CJ-7 Laredo V8 4-Speed

The floor pans are said have been replaced with new sheet metal by the previous owner. Additional photos showing the underside are provided in the gallery.Walk-around and driving demonstrations are provide below.

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $19,250 by DaveFL
Auction Ended May 27, 2020 at 12:57PM PT
Bids 35
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Listing Details
  • Chassis: J0M93EB053128
  • 73k Miles Shown, TMU
  • Replacement 304ci V8
  • Four-Speed Tremec T176 Manual
  • Two-Speed Transfer Case
  • Hooker Headers
  • 4" Rough Country Lift
  • Aftermarket 15" Wheels w/35" Tires
  • Black w/ Laredo Graphics
  • Hardtop and Soft Bikini Top Included
  • Reupholstered Interior
  • Older Repaint
Private Party or Dealer: Dealer
Additional Charges From This Dealer: USD $0 Document Fee
Lot #31943