Comanche available for $6,495

A restored/enhanced ad from The Courier

Featured an optional Power Tech Six engine with 173 hp, 220 lb of torque (most likely not included in price)

Source:

The Courier - Nov 14, 1986

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Comanche sets Land Speed Record

On Sept 5, 1986 a modified Jeep Comanche set a new land speed record of 141 mph for compact-size pickup trucks.

Above: Original Ad for Comanche Land Speed Record

Details:
Engine - 4.0 L 6 cyl  "Power-Tech Six"
174 hp
220 ft lb torque
113" wheelbase
5 speed manual transmission
Average speed: 141.381 mph in a two-way run over a one mile course
Peak speed: 144.028 mph in a one-way run

Source:
Lakeland Ledger - Nov 13, 1986
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Comanche available for $7995 Canadian

Restored ad from the Ottawa Citizen

For $7995 Canadian, a brand new 1987 Jeep Comanche included the following features:
4 cylinder, fuel injection engine
5 speed, overdrive manual transmission
Power Brakes
Short Box
All weather radial tires
Halogen headlamps
Quadralink front suspension
15 inch wheels
Mini console
Glove box light
Fabric headliner

Source:
Ottawa Citizen - Nov 10, 1986
B5

Second Jeep Comanche Model offered for 1987

For the 1987 model year, Jeep will offer a second version of the Comanche.
This version will feature a shorter wheelbase and a shorter cargo box.

Source:
Portsmouth Daily Times - Oct 26, 1986

Comanche Engine Upgrade in 1987 Model

The 1987 Comanche (as well as Cherokee and Wagoneer) will receive a power boost with electronically fuel-injected 4.0 L, 6 cylinder engine.

The I-6 specifications are as follows:
0 to 60 in less than 10 seconds
Peak 173 hp @ 4,500 rpm
220 lb ft of torque @ 2,500 rpm

This is a 50 percent gain in horsepower and 47 percent gain in torque over the V-6 engine offered in 1986.

The I-4 will also receive an upgrade due to using the same, larger air cleaner as the I-6.
Specifications are as follows:
121 hp @ 5,000 rpm
141 lb ft of torque @ 3,500 rpm

Also introduced in 1987 are the following:
New wide-ratio, 4 speed automatic transmission
New NP 242 transfer case


Source:
Sarasota Herald-Tribune Oct 21, 1986
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Injury Likely in Crash, Says Tests of 1986 Jeep Comanche

The Jeep Comanche showed a high likelyhood of serious injury or death in a 35 mph crash, according to a government report released on May 19, 1986.

According to this report, serious head injuries could result from a crash.

In response, AMC stated that all AMC vehicles comply with all applicable federal safety standards.

Source:
Toledo Blade - May 20, 1986
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Jeep Comanche Named 'Four Wheeler of the Year'

The Comanche was named 'Four Wheeler of the Year' by the editors of Four Wheeler magazine.

Competitors in the competition included:
Jeep Comanche
Ford Ranger Supercab
Isuzu Spacecab
Nissan Pickup
Susuki Samurai
Toyota 4Runner

Vehicles were rated in the following categories:
Power and performance
Overall economy
Ruggedness
Comfort and convenience
Handling and brakes (on-road)
Utility
Fit and Finish
Service Access
Value for Cost

In honor of this award, Jeep will make a limited edition Comanche available in Spring 1986

Limited 'Four Wheeler of the Year Comanche' edition features:
Premium two-tone sterling metallic and black paint
Black or Mesa fabric interior
Styled wheels with bright trim rings and center hubs
P205/75 black radial tires
Chrome dual side mirrors
Chrome door and tailgate handles
Chrome taillight trim and rear step bumper
All standard equipment features of Comanche X series


Source:
The Windsor Star - Feb 24, 1986
D2

Jeep 7.9% APR

Restored Comanche Advertisement from the Waycross Journal-Herald

Source:
Waycross Journal-Herald - Jan 15, 1986
P-12

Jeep Comanche smart looking and functional

Specifications for 1986 Jeep Comanche:
2,926 lb

Available engines:
2.5L 4 cylinder - 135 ft/lb of torque
2.8L 6 cylinder (V6) - 150 ft/lb of torque
Turbo-Diesel

Standard Gas Tank Capacity:
16 Gallons

Price:
Base: $6,999
Fully Loaded: $11,119

Standard Features:
Front Coil Springs
Rear Leaf Springs
Quadra-Link front suspension

Cargo Bed:
88.5 inch long
55.3 inch wide

Hauling Capacity:
Standard - 1,200 lb
Heavy-Duty Package - 2,205 lb

Available Extras:
Deep Metallic-Blue Paint - $161
Bucket Seats - $188
Automatic Transmission - $670
Air Conditioner - $765
Power Steering - $274
Sliding Rear Window - $111
Tinted Glass - $47
"X Package" - Fancy interior and exterior trim - $588
Tilt Steering - $118
Cruise Control - $205
AM-FM Stereo - $177
Dual outside mirrors - $54
Rear step bumper - $176
Intermittent Windshield Wipers - $57
Extra Large Gas Tank, 23.5 Gallons - $50




Source:
Boca Raton News - Jan 5, 1986
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