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At a time when the automotive market is literally flooded with electric boxes, many retain their love for the classic old cars. But the desire for modern driving behavior and up-to-date technical equipment is often also present. A solution here are so-called Restomods, a fusion of classic looks and current technology. Such projects are particularly popular in the USA, with the team from Vigilant from Texas on restomod conversions from Jeep classics has specialized. The focus is currently on one 1977 Jeep Cherokee S, who has undergone a violent transformation thanks to Vigilante. There is one working under the hood 392 HEMI SRT V8 with insane 492 PS, coupled to a Bowler Performance four-speed automatic transmission.
Vigilante jeep Cherokee S Restomod
The combination guarantees strong performance, which is thanks to the completely revised Suspension and the new one Bremsanlage is supported. The original leaf springs were also replaced Eibach struts and Fox Racing shock replaced while Dana axes , and a Advance Adapter Atlas II transfer case ensure optimal force distribution. Furthermore, for a reliable delay Baer disc brakes with Six-piston calipers responsible. Visually, the Cherokee S remains its own true to original look faithful, with a new paint job in Midnight Blue, combined with side decorative stripes in white and Vigilante Signature alloy wheels in a retro look, equipped with BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A Ko2 slippers. Small accents like new Mirrors and Tailgate handle strip with “Vigilante” lettering complete the look.
normal handbrake, no central locking
And the cabin of the Cherokee S has also been refined, with the customer seemingly getting as much from this vehicle as possible True to original interior with little technology wanted. Classic ones can be found in the Jeep Window regulator cranks, a traditional one hand brake and save Central locking system. Fittings have also been modernized, but retain an original appearance. Security feature in the form of Three-point belts was also installed and the seats and door panels are from Moore & Giles Covered in gray leather, decorated with a floral pattern. Incidentally, such restomod conversions from Vigilante only start at 295.000 dollars. The Vigilante Jeep Cherokee S Restomod combines the nostalgic look of classic Jeeps with the performance and comfort of modern technology.
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The Vigilante 1977 Jeep Cherokee S Restomod: classic meets modern!
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