This 1980 Jeep CJ7 is a rare Golden Hawk edition, which the seller claims makes it one of the rarest CJs you can buy. It’s a project-grade example that isn’t 100 percent correct, so even being a limited edition model, it will still require some work to make it a truly OEM-correct example. Given the Golden Hawk package was purely cosmetic in nature, getting those details right is a must. Find the Jeep here on eBay with bidding just over $3K and no reserve.

Like so many other special editions, the Golden Hawk package was created to drum up interest in the CJ and drive some new sales. Buyers would receive a Jeep with unique gold wheels (missing here), special decals and striping on the hood and the body, high-back seats, fog lamps, and a new other bits and baubles. There were no substantial upgrades to the suspension or drivetrain in general, so this really was a case of dressing up a standard CJ7.

Given how loyal Jeep enthusiasts are to the brand, however, stickers and seats have generally gotten bodies into showrooms, just like any other brand new Jeep model introduction. I can remember not too long ago there were viewing parties at the dealers for the Gladiator introduction. Like other brands with strong enthusiast followings, Jeep could get away with just adding some splashy graphics and wheels and likely see a fair amount of interest, especially when coined as a limited edition.

This Jeep is not perfect, and the seller notes it will need clutch work and a new gas tank. However, it does come with a factory hard top as well as the OEM hard doors. The body and frame are said to be solid, but the seller discloses previous rust repair on the driver’s and passenger’s side floors (patch work noticed.) While it does crank and run, it’s not driving  far due to the faulty clutch, so shipping it home may be your best bet. Is someone going to snag a rare Golden Hawk on the cheap?