VIGILANTE
Jeep Grand Wagoneer 1988
Colorado Red - 810hp Hellcat Redeye
The ultimate late model classic Jeep Grand Wagoneer revisited to high performance modern standards
A Jeep Like No Other
If you loved the original Grand Wagoneer's look but disliked its functionality, this is the Jeep for you. We have addressed the engineering flaws and poor quality control of the original, using our unparalleled brand knowledge to elevate this vehicle to the next level.
Preserving the Jeep's Soul
We deeply understand the nostalgia and identity of the Grand Wagoneer. This restoration combines updated functionality with respect for the vehicle's original soul. It takes a profound knowledge of Jeep's history to build a Jeep that enhances the driving experience without compromising its identity.
ID: Solid 1988 Texas-Sourced Jeep, Stripped Down to the Metal
Built from a solid Texas-sourced 1988 model, this Jeep has been meticulously stripped down to the metal to ensure a flawless foundation for our high-performance build.
Engine: Crate Supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 Hellcat Redeye
Performance: 810hp / 707 lbs-ft torque
Chassis/Suspension: Vigilante boxed frame rails, 4-link front and rear, Eibach springs, Fox Racing shocks
Transmission: Hellcat built Bowler 4L80E Automatic
Transfer Case: Crate Part-time 4-wheel drive Atlas-II
Axles: Crate Dana 44 front / Crate Dana 60 rear
Brakes: Vigilante Baer 6-piston front and rear
Wheels: Vigilante Grand Wagoneer 17x9 machined wheels
Performance Meets Timeless Design
This Grand Wagoneer is the perfect blend of classic aesthetics and modern performance. We've meticulously rebuilt this vehicle to our highest standards, creating a powerhouse hidden within a late-generation (88-91) Grand Wagoneer. Every aspect, from the engine to the brakes, offers unparalleled strength and performance.
Luxury and Comfort
Experience exceptional handling and comfort with features such as:
Retractable power steps
Architectural tinted and tempered glass
Remote and interior relayed locks
Power windows, seats, and mirrors
JL-audio 6-speaker system with Bluetooth
Modern climate control and ice-cold A/C
Exquisite Interior
Indulge in luxury with:
Rolls-Royce inspired sheepskin carpet, door skins, and seat backing
Moore & Giles finest leather and new old stock corduroy inserts
ABS CNC’ed door cards, new foam, and padding in seats
Rebuilt power seat motors, new window and lock actuators
Vigilante complete new wiring harness
Machined cargo strips and Vigilante badging
Electronic E-stopp emergency brake
Modern Vigilante Jeep gauge cluster
Unmatched Durability
Our dedication to quality includes:
Powder-coated chassis
Refinished stainless steel trim
Triple plated chrome
Media-blasted and metalized body for rust protection
Impeccable Colorado Red paint
New woodgrain and moldings
Commissioning this Grand Wagoneer is available now for $385,000. This Jeep is entering its test stage (we put around 1000 miles on all Vigilante Jeeps before delivery in order to fine-tune and torque check).
Spare the near 36 months wait on new builds.
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Immediately available
Commissioning this Grand Wagoneer is available now for $385,000. This Jeep is entering its test stage (we put around 1000 miles on all Vigilante Jeeps before delivery in order to fine-tune and torque check).
Motorization
The objective of VIGILANTE is to offer engines that are much more performant than the original ones (the carburated 5.9 Liter 8 cylinder or inline 6 engines). The goal is to get as much reliability and power as the high-end Sport SUVs that are currently found in todays market .
392 SRT HEMI comes standard. Optional engine configurations with increaded power are available.
485 HP
MOPAR HEMI SRT-8
Naturally aspirated V8
392 c.i. Electronic Fuel Injection
Optional
707 HP
MOPAR HEMI HELLCAT
Supercharged V8
376 c.i. Electronic Fuel Injection
Optional
825 HP
PREFIX VIPER GEN-V
Naturally aspirated V10
550 c.i. Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission
All that power – ranging from 485 HP to 1000 HP – is channeled through 6-speed manual or 4 speed automatic gearboxes that are designed and adapted to HEMI engines.
We recommend the 4 speed automatic for this build but other transmissions are available. Manual or automatic? You pick.
Optional
6-speed manual
Tremec TR-6060
6 speed manual transmission
HEMI compatible
4-wheel drive compatible
McLeod RXT hydraulic clutch
4-speed automatic
Bowler 4L80E
4-speed automatic transmission
HEMI compatible
4-wheel drive compatible
Compushift TCS
Four-wheel drive
For the VIGILANTE line, we chose to maintain the four-wheel-drive mode of operation. That’s why, to best distribute the high power of the HEMI engine, we selected an Advance Adapters Atlas-II type of reinforced transfer case.
Atlas-II
2 manual speed
High Range 1:1
Low Range 1:3.45
Reinforced case
Helical gear transmission
Axles
The axles are the last part of the kinetic chain, and we wanted axles in accordance with Jeep’s legacy for our VIGILANTE line. The obvious choice for us are the DANA 60 and DANA 44 type from Currie Enterprises: these new axles are the standard of reference in the axles’ market for both their sturdiness and their reliability.
Front Dana 44
Currie Enterprises Dana-44 front axle
3.71 or 4.11 gears
6-piston Baer disc brakes
Rear Dana 60
Currie Enterprises Dana-60 rear axle
3.71 or 4.11 gears
6 piston Baer disc brakes
Long travel suspension and powerful brakes.
EIBACH coils and adjustable FOX RACING 2.0 shock absorbers have replaced the original leaf springs suspension used on Full-Size Jeeps.
More acceleration requires more braking power. The drum/disc combination originally found on Grand Wagoneers was functional but completey outdated. That’s why we replaced it with four huge slotted/drilled/vented discs that can withstand high temperatures. The firm grip is provided by BAER 6-piston calipers. This combination is installed on all VIGILANTE Jeeps.
Fox Racing 2.0
Front & Rear Lift Coilovers
2.0" Smooth bore and honed seamless
Black-anodized,
CNC-machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum components
Baer 6 pistons
6 cross-bolts
Stainless steel pistons
Drilled/grooved/ventilated 14” brake disc
Flexible aviation
High-temperature resistance pads
Wheels.
We wanted to keep the iconic Brook Stevens design, but we chose to tailor that design to our needs. The original wheels were scanned and reconfigured to a larger scale to accommodate the new massive brakes.
The wheels installed on the VIGILANTE Jeep are now 17x8'' (instead of 15x7''). Not only does this allow for better braking; it also gives the Jeep a modern and robust look that better aligns with its performances.
VIGILANTE 14-spoke Grand Wagoneer 17x9” aluminum machined 90s
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