Sorry if this is in the wrong section but I contacted GDE and they sent me here. I am in Jackson MI and my wife totaled our CRD today (wasn't her fault). Luckily her and the baby are just fine. Anyways, didn't have full coverage and since Michigan is no fault, there is no way im gonna get any compensation for the jeep (my fault I know). Anyways, it sits at the shop now and I need some advice on what to do with it. Can't bare the thought of it ending up in some random salvage yard. 120k miles and ran like a top. Engine and trans are still good, just had the timing belt/waterpump/ and lots more done about 4k miles ago, and it has brand new cooper discovery at3's on it. I don't have pics yet but I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on where this puppy could go to find a good home. Id be more than happy to get pics and explain in more detail, but I just wanted to feel everyone out on what they think I should do.
And anyone thinking of lecturing me on the insurance thing will be happy to know, I think I learned my lesson.
I am just happy everyone is ok.
Thanks in advance for any advice.
-Cody

Glad everyone is ok. Pictures would be good. If you won't get any compensation out of insurance you might consider parting it out. Good engines are somewhat in demand for example.

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Sold to LOST member my 05 Ltd, GDE Stg II turbo + TCM tune, SunCoast TC w. Transgo kit, Steiger window regulators, Samcos, Fumoto valve, 2nd gen filter head with Lub. Spec. bleeder, Hayden clutch & 11 blade fan, inverted spare, P-1 battery, BF Goodrich Long Trail TAs, Etecno1 glow plugs, timing belt at 50K miles/8 yrs

That's probably what I will do, I just don't have a ton of space. I do have a small garage capable of the task, and at least enough mechanical know-how to take things apart (my problem is getting them back together). I will try to get some pics asap.

#1 Everyone is ok. That is the best news.

#2, the Jeep. I would consider parting out the good CRD only stuff and take the body to the boneyard. That includes, but not limited to, the Engine, Transmission, Front Diff, ECM, TCM...more people can chime in as what else. Don't expect to sell the stuff overnight. I personally would love an engine in my Garage, but don't have the $$$$ to hand over for one.

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2006 Sport, GDE FT Eco Tune, Custom Trans Tune
2015 Ram 1500 Big Horn EcoDiesel, GDE Hot Tune

i need an engine. talk to me.

i need tires...

I would be interested in buying the whole magilla. What is the nature of the damage?

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Grid power- the one true essential

2005 Liberty CRD- ARP studs, Fumoto, Hayden FC, inline Tstat, ETechno 7v GP, Platinum P1, in-tank lift pump.
1983 Volvo D24T
1981 Volvo D24
Dodge Cummins TD
Case 580B
Mitsubishi MT180 diesel
Kubota BX25 diesel

Sold the jeep bright and early this morning to a eager buyer and picked up another 05 renegade gasser for my wife. loved the CRD but couldn't afford another one, hopefully she doesn't fill her up with diesel out of habit, if she does I may be on here with another engine for sale. lol. Thanks for all the speedy replies and advice.