Hidden Treasure: 2006 Jeep Liberty Sport 4WD featuring manual transmission

Jeep enthusiasts today might be surprised to learn that there was a time when manual transmissions were more common in everyday Jeep vehicles. In a recent find at a Denver car junkyard, a first-generation Jeep Liberty was discovered sporting a rare six-speed manual transmission paired with its V6 engine.

Scouring junkyards for unique manual-equipped vehicles is a passion of mine, and I’ve come across some real gems in the past, such as a manual 2007 Toyota Camry, a manual Mercury Mystique, a manual Chrysler PT Cruiser, a manual Volvo C30, a manual Saturn Vue, a manual Chevrolet HHR, and even a manual Olds Alero.

It’s always interesting to speculate whether the original buyer of such a car opted for the manual transmission out of preference for driving experience, or simply to save some money.

Powering this particular Jeep Liberty is a 3.7-liter PowerTech V6 engine, delivering 210 horsepower and 235 pound-feet of torque. This engine family traces its roots back to American Motors and continued its development even after Chrysler acquired AMC in 1987.

The first-generation Liberty was introduced in 2002 as a successor to the XJ Cherokee. Production of this model continued until 2007 when it was succeeded by the second-generation Liberty, based on the Dodge Nitro.

While the side-mounted radio antenna may resemble a cheap aftermarket addition, it actually functions well and is perfect for those looking to create a DIY car-parts sound system.

With a blend of refined interior features and rugged exterior design, the first-generation Jeep Liberty truly offered a unique driving experience for its time.

Daniel J. Soares

Daniel J. Soares

L'amour de Daniel pour les voitures a véritablement motivé son succès dans la communauté automobile. Son engagement à rester au courant des tendances automobiles et son engagement à préserver l'héritage des voitures classiques font de lui une source de confiance pour les passionnés du monde entier.

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