VIGILANTE
The ultimate Wagoneer
Grand Wagoneer, Cherokee, & J-truck.
Test-Driving A Hemi V8-Powered, Six-Speed Manual Jeep By Vigilante 4x4
Press Release
“That surprising statistic indicates just how much the relatively young Vigilante 4x4 continues to lead the charge in today’s exploding restomod industry. With a waitlist around three years, plenty of demand clearly exists for Jeeps that deliver just the right combination of modern performance and creature comforts, improving on the spirit of the originals while serving as an antidote for the recent rash of uber-flashy 1,000-horsepower carbon-fiber muscle cars flooding the market lately”
Michael Van Runkle
Handcrafted vintage Jeeps.
VIGILANTE is the ultimate classic Jeep, re-engineered on a modern platform.
We started with over 20 years of experience through our sister company, JEEPHERITAGE. After impeccably restoring dozens of classic Jeeps by the book, it was time to shake things up and upgrade them to modern standards.
‘VIGILANTE’ maintains the tradition of attention to detail in the restoration process while incorporating modern and reliable drivetrains.
With the help of CAD-engineering, the vintage Jeeps’ handling, braking, and overall performances are close to those of a modern SUV. However, the design lines of these American icons remain untouched.
Vintage soul.
Modern performance.
Meticulous restoration detail. Classic Luxury Car Restoration.
American icons.
We specialize in Jeep models originally sold between 1964 and 1991 - better known as the Full-Size Jeeps. Three American icons that were brought to market with the following purposes: work, family, and pleasure.
Jeep Cherokee (1974-1983), Jeep Wagoneer (1964-1991), Jeep J-truck (1964-1983).
Classic Jeeps with modern and reliable drivetrains.
What’s going on in the Texas Hill Country?
A custom-built chassis capable of handling modern power.
20 years of JEEPHERITAGE experience have allowed us to understand the good and the not so good of the original designs. The objective of VIGILANTE is to keep the good and update the Jeeps to today’s standards.
A modern platform with updated suspension
A chassis built to our specifications allows us to handle the power of modern HEMI engines and deliver a fresh driving experience due to modern suspension and true braking capacity.
High-performance reliability
The engines found in our VIGILANTE vehicles are the same as those found in today’s JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT and TRACKHAWK. ranging from 485hp up to 1000hp.
A perfect integration.
We don’t compromise on the original design. Everything is either subtly integrated or optimally adapted. That way, the Jeep’s classic looks are kept untouched while the performance is enhanced and greatly improved – making our restorations unique and exceptional.
Our Jeeps are fully restored.
At VIGILANTE, our restorations are of similar quality to what you would expect to find on high-end brands such as Ferrari, Porsche, or Bugatti. We deliver a better than new vehicle.
The entire car is disassembled piece by piece during the restoration process.
First, our bodyshop team carefully strips paint off the body and fixes both impacts and rusted areas.
Then, the body is metalized, and the chassis is galvanized to prevent rust from coming back.
Finally, the body is painted, and the chassis is completely powder coated. Every mechanical component is new.
Classic Luxury Car Restoration
“Our rule: as much as possible, each element is either replaced with New Old Stock, remanufacted from scratch or completely restored.”
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Visit Us
128 Martin Bros Lane
Johnson City, TX 78636
Hours
Monday–Friday
8am–5pm
On appointment only.
Phone
+1830-330-4600
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We are a family owned business and build vehicles that are designed to be enjoyed and passed on from one generation to the next. If our process is something that speaks to you, don’t hesitate to contact us using the form below or book an appointment so we can thoroughly answer all your questions!
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