What makes the Jeep so popular? Is it the industrial toughness that has
been drawing drivers for years? Or maybe it’s the little touches of simplicity
and luxury that we find so endearing. Ask a million different people and you’ll
likely get a million different reasons for the success of the Jeep brand, and
that says something. A vehicle that can garner the attention of people from
many different walks of life must have something to offer. Go to any back-woods
town and you’re sure to see a Jeep Wrangler with its roof and doors off. Maybe
a little dinged up, but still running like a top. In the same way, have a look
at what some of the most famous, wealthiest people are driving and you’re sure
to see, among many other luxury vehicles, a
Jeep.
So, which celebrities are driving Jeeps? And what kind of
Jeeps are they in? Luckily, Society’s watchful eye is always turned towards
those in the Hollywood Hills. So if you ever have a celebrity sighting, be sure
and pay attention to what he or she is driving. You might be surprised at how
much these celebs reflect the Jeeps they own.
Lebron James—Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
What does the 2004 Rookie of the Year, multiple
All-Defensive 1st Team, and four-time MVP winner like to drive? How
about something rugged and tough, but with the capability to finesse its way
through any situation, just like Mr. James does on the basketball court.
Something like the Jeep
Wrangler Unlimited. And bright orange at that!
With its custom metallic orange color, Lebron’s Wrangler is
difficult to miss. Then again, so is the 6’8” NBA superstar. And much like the
famous athlete, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has quite a few impressive
features, such as:
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Hill-Start
Assist. This brilliant device allows you to take off from an uneven position
with ease. Think of all the times you’ve been at a stop sign or stoplight on a
hill. Whether driving an automatic or manual, you know as soon as you let off
the brake, the vehicle will begin to roll backwards. You then have to time the
pressure placed on the gas pedal perfectly so that you do not give the
passengers or yourself whiplash. This can be nerve racking. But with the
Wrangler’s hill-start assist, there is no roll, and taking off from awkward
positions is no problem.
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LED
lights throughout. LED lights do two things very well: they cut through
just about any fog and darkness so you can clearly see what is happening around
your Wrangler. And they look amazing. The crisp white light gives a modern spin
to the venerable Jeep Wrangler.
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Unlimited
Status. The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited offers some of the best upgrades the
company has to offer. Plus the body style to the Unlimited is extra fit with
more room, superior toughness, and the capability to be altered and bulked up
as much as desired. The possibilities are unlimited
with this Wrangler.
Faith Hill—Jeep
Wrangler Rubicon
What does one of the best looking and best sounding country
music singers like to drive when she’s not out touring the country? How about a
red Jeep Wrangler Rubicon. Both Faith and her husband, singer Tim Mcgraw, have
been spotted driving their favorite Wrangler, and the fact they chose a Rubicon
just further proves how cool this couple is.
Why would someone choose a
Wrangler Rubicon versus, say a Sahara? Both styles of Jeep Wrangler are
great, but for different reasons. Here are a few for why you might go with the
Rubicon:
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Advanced
Off-Road Features. All Wranglers are created capable for life off the road,
but the Rubicon aspires to it. Rocks, mud, hills, this Wrangler loves a
challenge. And what’s nice is that even though the 3.6-liter, V-6 engine churns
out enough power to pull and push its way through tough terrain, it still
offers a nice, smooth ride through town. Its versatility is what makes it so
charming.
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Premium
Upgrades Throughout. Another bonus to the Rubicon is that you can still get
all the same upgrades available to the other Wrangler styles. Leather interior,
heated seats, sunroof, etc. It’s all there. With the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon you
get the roughest and toughest with all the bits of luxury you can imagine in a
Jeep. And all Jeep Rubicons come with virtually endless color options and
pairings. Want green on the outside and tan within? No problem.
Ralph Lauren—Classic
Wrangler
The American fashion icon and philanthropist, Ralph Lauren,
has created his own empire by making good decisions and not being afraid to try
new things. He’s also known for his rugged good looks and classic style. So to
see him driving a 1948 Jeep
Wrangler is no surprise at all. Both are a one-of-a-kind, unstoppable
machine.
But why drive an old Wrangler? Is it more than just novelty?
Actually, there are many reasons to drive a classic Jeep. And as for its
novelty, well that’s just a bonus. Here are a couple reasons Mr. Lauren may
have chosen a classic:
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Stand the
Test of Time. It’s impressive to hear of any vehicle still running that was
made back in 1948. But it’s less surprising to find out a Jeep is still
scooting around. You can find these old Jeeps anywhere, and a lot of them need
minimal work done to get them running like new. How are Jeeps able to run so
long? Rugged simplicity. You know when you see a classic Wrangler winding down
the road it must be made well. That might be what we love most about the Jeep
Wrangler, it’s undying reliability that has stood the test of time.
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They Look
Better a Little Beat Up. It’s not that Ralph Lauren can’t afford a new Jeep
Wrangler (he could afford multiple new Wranglers), it’s that no one cannot
replicate the look and feel of an old, beat-up Wrangler. It’s big, loud, and
has the scars to prove a life lived of adventure and fun. It says something
about the person driving it as well. That though he may be older, he is wiser,
tougher, and cooler than just about anyone else on the road.
Tony Hawk—Grand
Cherokee SRT8
It’s not at all a shock to see a thrill seeker like Tony
Hawk driving such a powerful machine. He’s created a fortune doing the
impossible on a skateboard and has fully embraced the life of celebrity. What
better to drive than a sporty and dangerously powerful Jeep
Grand Cherokee SRT8. Both Hawk and his supped-up machine are cool, relaxed,
but capable of doing super rad
things. Here’s a couple facts about the SRT8:
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Raw Power.
Jeep takes luxury to an entirely new level in the Grand Cherokee by adding the
upgrade in trim. And it’s all in the name: Street and Racing Technology in a
V-8 engine (SRT8). This is a high-performing, high-octane powerhouse that can
trudge through anything. Its 425-horsepower, 6.1-liter Hemi engine moves fast and
smooth with incredible towing capabilities.
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Complete Package.
Its high performance matches its good looks. Not only does the Grand Cherokee
SRT8 have some guts, it also has some sleek design. The round headlights
counter the boxy aspects of the body, and the low front-end gives a tenacious
look. Inside, everything is soft to the touch. Plush seating throughout with
leather and shiny trim pieces mixed in makes for a pleasing aesthetic for short
and long drives.
Come and see us at
Mount Airy Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram today and let us find the right Jeep for
you!
-Andrae Bergeron
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