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Jeep Wrangler (YJ)

1986–1995

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  • Lowest price

    US$6,450

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$13,000

    Since 2020 · n=5

  • Highest price

    US$20,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    5

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 5 lots

Jeep Wrangler

Based on 5 verified auction results

No signal yet

US$13,753

Market value · recent verified sales

MSRP

Collectibility

5/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$13,753

+0%

5-Year Forecast

US$13,753

+0%

Market scores

36

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Jeep Wrangler YJ is currently trading at a median of $13,753 in the US market, with a stable outlook across the next five years based on available transaction data. The 12-month sample size of four sales is limited, making directional signals difficult to establish with confidence at this stage.

Liquidity for the YJ remains thin, with just five total sales tracked in our database and no active listings currently visible. This sparse transaction frequency suggests buyers and sellers should expect longer holding periods and wider bid-ask spreads compared to mainstream used vehicles.

The YJ carries a collectible classification with a score of 5, reflecting its status as a stable modern classic. However, observed desirability scores remain low, indicating limited collector enthusiasm relative to other Wrangler generations, which constrains appreciation potential and pool depth.

Typical transaction mileage sits around 100,200 miles, suggesting these vehicles are being sourced from regular-use inventory rather than preserved or low-mileage examples. This mileage norm reflects the utilitarian nature of the model and its working-vehicle heritage.

Base projections hold the median value flat through 2029 and 2030, with no expected movement in either direction over the medium term. The combination of thin liquidity, low comparative desirability, and stable modern-classic status suggests the YJ will likely remain a niche segment within the Wrangler market rather than a capital-appreciation play.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$13,753

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked5
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared5 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$1,210
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • DepreciationUS$800
  • Total annual costUS$5,830

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months5
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$12,871
  • Avg Mileage at Sale100,200 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$6,450 – US$20,000
  • Total Sales Tracked5

Recent sales

  • US$10,400

    Bring a Trailer · 5 Aug 2026

  • US$20,000

    Bring a Trailer · 9 May 2026

  • US$14,505

    Bring a Trailer · 8 May 2026

  • US$6,450

    Bring a Trailer · 15 Apr 2026

  • US$13,000

    cars-and-bids · 18 Mar 2026

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.