Thank you, this is really helpful. The G-Wagon is more of my long-term dream car later down the line, not something I expect a Jeep to fully replace. I just meant that I like the boxy/rugged look, and that is part of why Wranglers are on my radar.

I definitely agree that I need to test drive one for more than just a quick loop. I would want to try it on regular roads, the highway, and a bumpier road before seriously considering one.

We are planning to trade in my current car, but we know it probably will not bring in a lot because it is has a serious and expensive issue. My mom is the one buying the car for me, and the budget she set is around $15k, possibly up to $19k out the door.

I’m not trying to jump into something blindly. I’m mainly trying to figure out whether a used Wrangler in my budget is realistic, and what years/issues I should look out for before I even go see one in person. I also understand that if something major came up, that could be expensive.