Moab Jeep Safari: Jeep bouwt weer gave one-off's
Geplaatst: 29 mar 2012, 08:38
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Jeep heeft deze auto's gebouwd voor het evenement Moab Jeep Safari, ze zitten vol met Mopar goodies:
Jeep Mighty FC Concept
Recalling the Jeep Forward Control built from 1956 to 1965, the Mighty FC Concept is yet another teaser for Jeep fans clamoring for a production Jeep pickup. The Mighty FC concept began life as a Wrangler Rubicon, though with a stretched wheelbase and the cabin moved ahead of the front axle. While Jeep claims the Mighty FC Concept boasts a full-size bed more than 8 feet in length, it's still short enough that it may be easier to drive than you'd expect. Mopar's new Portal Axle set debuts on the concept, with the eight-lug front and rear Portal Axles carrying $12,500 and $11,000 price tags, respectively. King coil-over assemblies and Teraflex control arms and track bars are part of the package, as are huge 40-inch tires with Hutchinson 17-inch bead-lock wheels. Of course, the concept has Katzkin leather, a design touch not likely coming to a Wrangler anytime soon, and a drop-side cargo box.
2012 Jeep Wrangler Apache from Mopar
One of two Wrangler debuts this year with Chrysler's SRT-tweaked Hemi V-8 engine, the Wrangler Apache has a 470-hp, 6.4-liter V-8 with 470 lb-ft of torque, perfect for off-roaders not satisfied with the Pentastar V-6 factory upgrade. Though the Mopar Wrangler V-8 conversion kit available this summer will be mated to the five-speed automatic transmission, a 470-hp Wrangler with a six-speed manual will be available later. The Wrangler Apache also features Mopar Pro 60 5.13 front and rear axles, a 4.5-inch Stage 3 long arm lift kit, and off-road bead-lock wheels. Rock rails, front and rear half-door kits, a Stinger front bumper, a Warn 9.5ti XP winch, high-clearance flat fenders, a locking center console box, and Katzkin leather seats are also included.
Jeep J-12 Concept
No, you're not having deja vu. The Jeep J-12 Concept has front styling reminiscent of the Jeep Nukizer Concept from a couple years ago. The J-12 is an extended-length version of the well-received JK-8 pickup conversion kit delighting Wrangler owners everywhere. It has been stretched 18 inches, meaning the spare tire can be placed under the bed floor, allowing for a 6-foot cargo box. The J-12 Concept is as capable as it looks, thanks to a 3-inch suspension lift kit, Tom Woods custom driveshafts, and Teraflex sway bars with ARB air-locker equipped Dynatrac D-44 and D-60 axle assemblies. As you'd expect, the truck's interior is on the basic side relative to other Jeep concepts, with a "rugged truck bed liner" replacing regular carpets and hard-to-ignore plaid trim on what Jeep calls a "modern version of a bench seat."
Mopar Accessorized 2012 Jeep Wrangler
Perhaps the Jeep based most in reality here is the unfortunately named Mopar Accessorized 2012 Jeep Wrangler. Sporting more than 250 accessories available to Jeep enthusiasts, this show vehicle starts with -- what else? -- a Wrangler Rubicon model. A 2-inch performance lift kit and 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler tires make an instant impression, but there's far more to this special 2012 Wrangler, like new-to-Mopar bits including a locking center console box, rear cargo cubby cover, windshield-mounted LED lamps, a hard-top headliner, and what Jeep calls an "Add-A-Trunk" partition for a more secure cargo storage option. Naturally, this Mopar-special Wrangler also includes Mopar rock rails, a Kicker dash, 6.5-inch two-way speakers, and the Dana 44 front and rear axles with electronic lockers, standard on the Rubicon trim but also available as a Mopar kit.
Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk Concept
The Trailhawk Concept refreshingly takes the Grand Cherokee's appeal back off-road. Eighteen-inch Goodyear Wrangler SilentArmor off-road tires are claimed to add off-roading capabilities without destroying the quiet cabin found in some production-spec Grand Cherokees that reach nearly $50,000 - and that's before you opt for a V-8 engine. Modified Mopar rock rails protect the Trailhawk 's lower body from damage when off-road. Otherwise, this concept is aesthetically focused, with Mineral Gray and Red accents found everywhere from the wheels to the grille to the rear light bar. Thanks to the Stone White exterior color, the Grand Cherokee Trailhawk Concept's black headlight trim and black hood applique are especially eye-catching. How hard could it be for Jeep to offer this as a limited-edition model for enthusiasts?
2012 Jeep Wrangler Traildozer Concept
The second Jeep Wrangler that's been Hemi-cized for the Moab 2012 event, the Traildozer Concept has the 470-hp Hemi V-8 mated to a Getrag 238 six-speed manual transmission. Jeep says the Wrangler Traildozer Concept, which was developed in cooperation with American Expedition Vehicles (AEV), has Rubicon-specific Dana 44 axles and 4:10 gears plus electronic locking differentials. The suspension has been lifted 3.5 inches to make room for the 37-inch Mickey Thompson Baja Claw radials wrapped around Mopar Classic five-spoke wheels. To complete the functional look of this Dozer Yellow Wrangler, Jeep added Mopar-ized front and rear bumpers and rear corner guards, a Mopar performance heat reduction hood, Mopar half-door kit, the Mopar/Warn 9.5 CTi winch, AEV F-1 leather seat trim kit, and Mopar slush mats.
Jeep heeft deze auto's gebouwd voor het evenement Moab Jeep Safari, ze zitten vol met Mopar goodies:
Jeep Mighty FC Concept
Recalling the Jeep Forward Control built from 1956 to 1965, the Mighty FC Concept is yet another teaser for Jeep fans clamoring for a production Jeep pickup. The Mighty FC concept began life as a Wrangler Rubicon, though with a stretched wheelbase and the cabin moved ahead of the front axle. While Jeep claims the Mighty FC Concept boasts a full-size bed more than 8 feet in length, it's still short enough that it may be easier to drive than you'd expect. Mopar's new Portal Axle set debuts on the concept, with the eight-lug front and rear Portal Axles carrying $12,500 and $11,000 price tags, respectively. King coil-over assemblies and Teraflex control arms and track bars are part of the package, as are huge 40-inch tires with Hutchinson 17-inch bead-lock wheels. Of course, the concept has Katzkin leather, a design touch not likely coming to a Wrangler anytime soon, and a drop-side cargo box.
2012 Jeep Wrangler Apache from Mopar
One of two Wrangler debuts this year with Chrysler's SRT-tweaked Hemi V-8 engine, the Wrangler Apache has a 470-hp, 6.4-liter V-8 with 470 lb-ft of torque, perfect for off-roaders not satisfied with the Pentastar V-6 factory upgrade. Though the Mopar Wrangler V-8 conversion kit available this summer will be mated to the five-speed automatic transmission, a 470-hp Wrangler with a six-speed manual will be available later. The Wrangler Apache also features Mopar Pro 60 5.13 front and rear axles, a 4.5-inch Stage 3 long arm lift kit, and off-road bead-lock wheels. Rock rails, front and rear half-door kits, a Stinger front bumper, a Warn 9.5ti XP winch, high-clearance flat fenders, a locking center console box, and Katzkin leather seats are also included.
Jeep J-12 Concept
No, you're not having deja vu. The Jeep J-12 Concept has front styling reminiscent of the Jeep Nukizer Concept from a couple years ago. The J-12 is an extended-length version of the well-received JK-8 pickup conversion kit delighting Wrangler owners everywhere. It has been stretched 18 inches, meaning the spare tire can be placed under the bed floor, allowing for a 6-foot cargo box. The J-12 Concept is as capable as it looks, thanks to a 3-inch suspension lift kit, Tom Woods custom driveshafts, and Teraflex sway bars with ARB air-locker equipped Dynatrac D-44 and D-60 axle assemblies. As you'd expect, the truck's interior is on the basic side relative to other Jeep concepts, with a "rugged truck bed liner" replacing regular carpets and hard-to-ignore plaid trim on what Jeep calls a "modern version of a bench seat."
Mopar Accessorized 2012 Jeep Wrangler
Perhaps the Jeep based most in reality here is the unfortunately named Mopar Accessorized 2012 Jeep Wrangler. Sporting more than 250 accessories available to Jeep enthusiasts, this show vehicle starts with -- what else? -- a Wrangler Rubicon model. A 2-inch performance lift kit and 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler tires make an instant impression, but there's far more to this special 2012 Wrangler, like new-to-Mopar bits including a locking center console box, rear cargo cubby cover, windshield-mounted LED lamps, a hard-top headliner, and what Jeep calls an "Add-A-Trunk" partition for a more secure cargo storage option. Naturally, this Mopar-special Wrangler also includes Mopar rock rails, a Kicker dash, 6.5-inch two-way speakers, and the Dana 44 front and rear axles with electronic lockers, standard on the Rubicon trim but also available as a Mopar kit.
Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk Concept
The Trailhawk Concept refreshingly takes the Grand Cherokee's appeal back off-road. Eighteen-inch Goodyear Wrangler SilentArmor off-road tires are claimed to add off-roading capabilities without destroying the quiet cabin found in some production-spec Grand Cherokees that reach nearly $50,000 - and that's before you opt for a V-8 engine. Modified Mopar rock rails protect the Trailhawk 's lower body from damage when off-road. Otherwise, this concept is aesthetically focused, with Mineral Gray and Red accents found everywhere from the wheels to the grille to the rear light bar. Thanks to the Stone White exterior color, the Grand Cherokee Trailhawk Concept's black headlight trim and black hood applique are especially eye-catching. How hard could it be for Jeep to offer this as a limited-edition model for enthusiasts?
2012 Jeep Wrangler Traildozer Concept
The second Jeep Wrangler that's been Hemi-cized for the Moab 2012 event, the Traildozer Concept has the 470-hp Hemi V-8 mated to a Getrag 238 six-speed manual transmission. Jeep says the Wrangler Traildozer Concept, which was developed in cooperation with American Expedition Vehicles (AEV), has Rubicon-specific Dana 44 axles and 4:10 gears plus electronic locking differentials. The suspension has been lifted 3.5 inches to make room for the 37-inch Mickey Thompson Baja Claw radials wrapped around Mopar Classic five-spoke wheels. To complete the functional look of this Dozer Yellow Wrangler, Jeep added Mopar-ized front and rear bumpers and rear corner guards, a Mopar performance heat reduction hood, Mopar half-door kit, the Mopar/Warn 9.5 CTi winch, AEV F-1 leather seat trim kit, and Mopar slush mats.