Rubicon 20th Anniversary Edition Discussion

[redbeard719]

I thought long and hard about starting over AGAIN with the order process to change up to a 20A 392XR in Hydro Blue. The only reason was for the XR package. But, when I look at the pile of parts I already have waiting, most of what comes with the 20A I already have waiting, including the parts in XR. Gears would be the only thing, and I've already gotten some estimates from local shops to do a swap to at least 4.56s, possible 4.63s or 4.88s.

The 20A would be at least $10k over my current order build, and my current order also includes (hopefully well paint-matched) half doors w/premium uppers.

I could take or leave the red/black seats, but part of what I love about the 392 is the bronze accents to include the interior stitching. That red leather dash may be nice, but I have plans to order the black leather dash panels with caramel stitching anyway.

Then the rational side of me really kicks into overdrive and I realize that I have lot of parts that are being changed out that would detract from the 20A package value retention. I care less about it being a collector item than I do want to use it for what it's made for. It just seems unwise to pay extra for the 20A package and then do big changes.

For onboard air, I already have the Kraken kit and an ARB dual compressor waiting to go under the passenger seat. I really considered the AAL mount/remote panel, but I like the idea of a dual compressor for the 37s I have waiting. Plus, heat was a concern too and mounting under the passenger seat will provide better ventilation. Also, I realize that rear tub area doesn't give much space for storage, but I'll take what I can get! I figure mounting the ARB under the passenger seat is making the most of otherwise unused space.

Either way, I'm looking forward to seeing the posts eventually of the 20A 392s when they start popping up. I mean, who doesn't like looking at Jeep pictures!

 

[dblplay1212]

Did you?

I don't think ordering is open yet

 

[Mallcrawler_392]

I passed on changing my order. Not worth a 10K markup and the red interior is If I’m paying a markup, it would be for a Raptor R

 

[x-X-x-BLADE-x-X-x]

For way less MSRP of $97,000.00 you get 4 amazing looking factory built half doors with premium uppers, SOT, XR package etc... with the same engine.
To me the red interrior looks cheap and a down grade to a regular Rubicon. Isn't Bronze/orange stitching part of the 392 unique identity? I do like the rear compressor clean set up tho, but more companies out there will make similar with better quality and options on the same location now that the idea is out there. The AEV is nothing new, still looks cartoonish to me and they all look exaclty the same , it defeats the purpose of being different and build your Jeep according to your personality, just my take. They could've retune the engine to a 500 HP range with 37 tires and a set of brembo brakes made only for 392 off road edition lol. An exhaust skid plate and better looking tips.
But then, who cares....still a nice Jeep and if you have the dough and don't mind spending....20th is pretty cool i guess.

 

[KungFu392]

I don't think ordering is open yet

My dealer says orders open at Noon CST. I'm waiting for the call.

 

[dblplay1212]

My dealer says orders open at Noon CST. I'm waiting for the call.

Yea just got that text and was coming here to post lol

 

[KungFu392]

Yea just got that text and was coming here to post lol

Good luck, brother! If you're going for the AEV, I hope you get in there! It's almost silly, but I'm basically going to build the exact Jeep I already have except I'm going to add the half doors like I should have done the first time. Otherwise, I want it spec'd just like mine because I really am happy with it! In fact, I will probably steal my beadlock rings off of my wheels because I really don't like those 10 hole rings for some reason. They just hit me wrong.

 

[BenLandry]

Here's a preview look at the 2023 20A 392(XR) Level 2 Rubicon by AEV

Without the fuglyAF grille from the Jeep Renegade, or the ugly red seats / dash / seatbelt.

Too much cowbell in that bumper…with lights added I don’t know how the 392 breaths.

 

[dblplay1212]

Msrp was $84k? Can't pick sky top. Added half doors. $89k total. He could only add the aev destination charge, not the full package. He's ordering like that, hoping that'll open the aev portal in dealer track. Guess we'll see. Pricing was same as a regular 392 though. He's sending me docs shortly.

 

[KungFu392]

Msrp was $84k? Can't pick sky top. Added half doors. $89k total. He could only add the aev destination charge, not the full package. He's ordering like that, hoping that'll open the aev portal in dealer track. Guess we'll see. Pricing was same as a regular 392 though. He's sending me docs shortly.

Sounds fishy. I haven't heard from my guy yet. Also fishy...

 

[dblplay1212]

Sounds fishy. I haven't heard from my guy yet. Also fishy...

He was in the system and we went down it together. Maybe he was quoting me invoice and not msrp, idk?

 

[KungFu392]

He was in the system and we went down it together. Maybe he was quoting me invoice and not msrp, idk?

My guy just called. Got my order in. With dual door group - just over $97k Sticker. Since the website says they start at $90kish, I'm not sure how yours is so cheap, but if so, that's awesome for you!

 

[KungFu392]

Msrp was $84k? Can't pick sky top. Added half doors. $89k total. He could only add the aev destination charge, not the full package. He's ordering like that, hoping that'll open the aev portal in dealer track. Guess we'll see. Pricing was same as a regular 392 though. He's sending me docs shortly.

Yeah, I'm kinda baffled by your MSRP and the fact that it was the same as a regular 392. My options seem to add up. Yours don't.


EDTI- ALso, my guy said there were two options for the interior. 1) Leather "trimmed" red and black seats; and 2) Napa Leather Red/Black seats. He didn't see a price difference, so I went with the Napa. We'll see how that pans out.

With Destination my price would be $97,700 according to the options on the configurator (assuming same pricees). So there's some minor discrepancy, but it's pretty darn close.

 

[dblplay1212]

My guy just called. Got my order in. With dual door group - just over $97k Sticker. Since the website says they start at $90kish, I'm not sure how yours is so cheap, but if so, that's awesome for you!

He just called back. He was in too early. When they went to actually order it, it was $98k with half doors. Still no one touch. I didn't do dual top though. He's sending me the paperwork now. It's ordered with the aev destination charge but they don't know how it's going to work with that package bc it's not in their system.

 

[KungFu392]

He just called back. He was in too early. When they went to actually order it, it was $98k with half doors. Still no one touch. I didn't do dual top though. He's sending me the paperwork now. It's ordered with the aev destination charge but they don't know how it's going to work with that package bc it's not in their system.

That sounds more like it. I passed on AEV (as you know) but otherwise, we're in there! He also said some of the color options were not showing as available, including Earl, which was the only option I would have considered other than white. But, of course, I went with white.

 

[KungFu392]

I'm preparing for another 6 month wait... and with my 300C and TRX orders sitting out there... I'm hoping they don't all come at once because I haven't won the lottery yet. (But, I just know my day is coming soon.)

 

[justinB]

My dealer just placed an order for me. My Concern. Earlier today I gave her a small list of options I'd like, of course at that time we were unsure what additional options may be included (beyond the XR stuff). Anyways, she just messaged me the order has been placed; however, no options (that we selected earlier) were available.
Most importantly to me regarding options... Does anyone know if the 20A comes with a tow package???

Or even better, does anyone have a listing similar to what I have attached? A breakdown list that details Every Standard Feature. (This example attachment is for a 2023 392, the non-20A though.)
Thanks in advance

 

[KungFu392]

My dealer just placed an order for me. My Concern. Earlier today I gave her a small list of options I'd like, of course at that time we were unsure what additional options may be included (beyond the XR stuff). Anyways, she just messaged me the order has been placed; however, no options (that we selected earlier) were available.
Most importantly to me regarding options... Does anyone know if the 20A comes with a tow package???

Or even better, does anyone have a listing similar to what I have attached? A breakdown list that details Every Standard Feature. (This example attachment is for a 2023 392, the non-20A though.)
Thanks in advance

Yes on the tow package. I asked my guy specifically about that. The only oddity was the "choice" of leather trimmed vs. "Napa leather" interior. That threw us both for a loop, but I went ahead and got the Napa leather... I like surprises (sometimes).

 

[AZ392]

Dang, I gave up on my 2022 build non-XR to build a '23 XR in July 2022, that order just got built this week, I waited because the 20th was on/off again...I don't want to wait another 9 months to get the 20A XR. Guess I could add some stickers later and the compressor

 

[KungFu392]

Dang, I gave up on my 2022 build non-XR to build a '23 XR in July 2022, that order just got built this week, I waited because the 20th was on/off again...I don't want to wait another 9 months to get the 20A XR. Guess I could add some stickers later and the compressor

I mean... technically all '23s are "20th Anniversary" editions... right?