This listing is for a limited-production Jeep CJ-7 known by the faithful as a Jamboree Commemorative Edition, and often called the rarest CJ-7 ever made. Jeep made less than 700 examples available to the buying public, and loaded them up with special equipment that would come in handy for any enthusiasts that planned on attending the annual “Jeepers Jamboree” on the Rubicon Trail. As you might expect, this is an all-out field day for Jeep owners to test their trucks capabilities in punishing trail environments while also connecting with friends old and new. This Jamboree edition has just under 141,000 miles and minimal alterations from stock, but it doesn’t appear to come with the optional accessories package. Find it here on eBay with bidding over $8K and the reserve unmet.

To me, this is one the best features: that awesome original spare tire cover remaining intact. Since trying to hunt down (and succeeding!) in finding original spare tire covers for my Isuzu Trooper projects, I can say that items like these that are susceptible to weather-related damage and just general wear-and-tear are the first items to perish on a truck like this. Not only that, but if you think about installing a spare tire on the side of the road in the dark, how worried are you about carefully stowing your spare tire cover? Regardless, it’s great to see this one surviving so well, and as a California Jeep since new, it’s no surprise to see the rust-free condition.

There’s a dedicated registry for these Jamboree editions, and the seller confirms this one is in the database. I realize those details may not mean much to some enthusiasts, but if you’re a fan of special editions like this, it shows that the owner is plugged into the community. This usually means they have a good idea of what details need to be correct in order for it to hold its value, and if nothing else, they don’t want to be judged by other owners for letting one fall into disrepair! The Jamborees came standard in this shade of Topaz Gold Metallic paint, and other extras included Jamboree hood lettering, chrome wheels, special rocker trim, and the aforementioned spare tire cover. The cabin received black bucket seats with gold inserts, a center console, padded roll bar, and a numbered dash plaque.

Of course, if you wanted to really step it up, Jeep offered an additional dealer-installed accessories package consisting of a Ramsey winch, brush/grille guard, light bar, AM/FM/CB radio, and huge Marchal fog lamps. To me, this is where I’d allow a deviation from as-delivered condition, as the lights, brush guard, and winch really set the Jamboree editions off. The seller notes that the numbers-matching 258 CID inline-six runs well, and has been altered slightly with a non-original carburetor and air cleaner. The seats have covers on them, which makes you wonder if the original upholstery is underneath and torn up, or if they’ve been re-done (incorrectly). Regardless, most details are correct, and I suspect bidding will stay strong until the reserve is cleared.