The popularity of the Jeep Wrangler within the overlanding community continues to go from strength to strength. It’s undoubtedly one of the most popular 4WDs on our forum with recent builds such as this 2018 American Fastbacks Badlands, 2017 with an Ursa Minor, and a 2020 AEV Upfitted Rubicon. The Wrangler is widely considered the definitive backcountry 4WD in the US, thanks to impressive all-terrain credentials and unparalleled aftermarket support. Today’s Jeep Wrangler JKU Rubicon with 81,000 miles has been further uprated for overlanding with a tasteful selection of premium aftermarket upgrades, a full Goose-Gear replacement floor, and topped with an Ursa Minor J30 pop-top. The Goose Gear setup combined with the pop-top transforms this capable 4WD into a comfortable micro camper with everything you need and nothing you don’t. It’s the perfect option for those who want to explore technical trails but want a little more comfort at the end of a long day. It’s a great setup that took Dan Grec from The Road Chose Me 54,000 miles around Africa.
From the Seller:
“The Ursa Minor on a Jeep JKU is an incredible platform for several reasons. For me, the attraction over a typical rooftop tent is the primary access from inside. If the weather is disagreeable and your clothes are wet, you can be inside and shed those clothes before climbing into bed. Another benefit is if a sketchy situation develops during the night and the camp spot needs to be hastily vacated, one does not have to exit the vehicle to be able to climb into the driver’s seat and drive away. The Ursa Minor being on a JKU makes it one of the more readily adaptable vehicles to tackle rugged terrain and access some of the best camping spots. Go where no class-A camper dares tread!”
2017 Jeep Wrangler JKU Rubicon
The Jeep is fitted with a V6 that delivers 285 horsepower, 260 pound-feet of torque, and returns a combined 18 mpg (mated to a 6-speed manual transmission). A reliable engine is matched with excellent capability thanks to 4WD, front and rear lockers, high and low range, a front sway bar disconnect, Hellwig HD rear sway bar, Dana 44 axles, rocks rails, skid plates, and more. Inside, the Rubicon is well-equipped with driver comforts that include:
- Cruise control
- Air-conditioning
- Power steering, windows, and locks
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel with controls
- Center console with cupholders
Distinguishing Features
- Goose Gear replacement floor
- Fox shocks
- Nitto Trail Grappler tires
- ARB awning
- Havoc Offroad front winch bumper with Smittybilt winch and Smittybilt XRC rear tire carrier bumper
- Ursa Minor J30
- ARB air compressor
This 2017 Jeep Wrangler JKU Rubicon with Ursa Minor J30 is listed for $31,000 and is currently located in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
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