• Seller: LB B ac (Contact)
• Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
• Mileage: 277,225 Shown
• Chassis #: 1J4FT68S6TL246333
• Title Status: Clean
• Engine: 4.0-Liter HO V6
• Transmission: Automatic

Some vehicles earn their reputation the hard way—mile after mile, year after year. This 1996 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4×4, now offered as a Barn Finds Auction out of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is one of those machines. With 277,225 miles, a clean title, and Jeep’s famously durable 4.0 HO engine paired with an automatic transmission, this Cherokee represents the kind of long-term ownership story that made the XJ a legend in the first place.

While the written description itself is brief—directing buyers to a photo showing a list of all the work that’s been done—the fundamentals are clear. It’s a genuine 1996 Cherokee XJ, equipped with four-wheel drive, and powered by the drivetrain combination that enthusiasts continue to seek out decades later. And it’s had a massive amount of work done to make sure it’s ready for the road or trails.

The Jeep Cherokee XJ occupies a unique place in automotive history. Compact, rugged, and mechanically straightforward, these vehicles earned their reputation not through luxury or technology, but through consistency and durability. The 4.0 HO engine in particular became known for its ability to rack up high mileage when properly maintained, making odometer readings like this one part of the XJ story rather than a deterrent. Many owners will tell you that these Jeeps feel just as confident at 200,000 miles as they did at half that. It has been professionally rebuilt and was bored 0.20 over, so it should have a lot of life left in it. Be sure to take a look at the list of work that’s been done in the gallery below.

This Cherokee is being offered with a clean title, an essential detail for collectors and enthusiasts alike, especially as values for well-kept or correctly built XJs continue to rise. The seller has chosen to let the photos do the talking when it comes to condition, presentation, and any modifications or details beyond the basic specifications listed. As always with an auction like this, a careful review of the gallery is encouraged.

What makes listings like this compelling is the honesty. There’s no attempt to oversell mileage, hide history, or dress the vehicle up with unnecessary claims. Instead, it’s presented as what it is: a real-deal XJ with real-world miles, offered in a market that increasingly recognizes the Cherokee’s place as one of the most capable and beloved SUVs ever built.

Whether viewed as a collector-grade example, a high-end enthusiast vehicle, or a reflection of how far these Jeeps can truly go, this Cherokee stands as proof that longevity is part of the XJ DNA.

Is this the kind of high-mileage survivor you trust because of what it’s already proven—or does it make you appreciate just how durable the Cherokee really was?

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