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Description
About the Jeep XJ Fender Flares
Fender flares are one of the most visible exterior components on the classic Jeep Cherokee XJ. After 20 to 40 years of service (the XJ ran 1984 to 2001), original flares have typically faded from UV exposure, cracked from off-road duty, lost mounting tabs from impact, or been removed entirely during fender modification for larger tires. Restoring correct OEM appearance starts with matched factory-spec flares.
A verified used Cherokee XJ fender flare set restores correct factory presentation on your classic XJ. We inspect every flare set: surface condition (UV fading severity disclosed honestly), mounting tab integrity, clip engagement points, color uniformity across the set, and flare-to-flare match. Year range and body style (2-door SE vs 4-door) fitment verified before shipping.
Get your classic Cherokee XJ back to factory exterior presentation today.
About the Jeep Cherokee XJ (1984-2001)
The Revolutionary Unibody SUV
The XJ Cherokee was revolutionary at the time of its 1984 introduction as one of the first SUVs to use unibody construction instead of body-on-frame. This made the XJ lighter, more efficient, and better-handling than competing body-on-frame SUVs while maintaining serious off-road capability. The 17-year production run from 1984 to 2001 saw remarkably few major changes, reflecting how right Jeep got the original design.
Body Styles and Trim Variants
- 2-door SE: entry-level 2-door, common as a budget XJ
- 4-door Classic: base 4-door trim
- 4-door Sport: popular mid-trim
- 4-door Limited: higher trim with leather and equipment
- 4-door Country: higher trim with two-tone paint, body-color or contrasting flares on some applications
Vehicle Compatibility
Direct Fit (specify body style and year at time of order):
| Vehicle | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Jeep Cherokee XJ 1984-2001 | Single generation, 17-year run, unibody construction |
| 2-Door SE Body Style | 2-door variant flare set |
| 4-Door Body Styles | Classic, Sport, Limited, Country trim variants share 4-door flares |
| Cross-Reference Jeep MJ Comanche 1986-1992 Front | Shared XJ front body sheet metal, front flares cross-compatible |
| NOT Compatible Across Generations | Pre-1984 SJ Cherokee (different body-on-frame construction), post-2001 KJ Liberty (replaced XJ, different platform), and KK/KL/KM Cherokee (later generations using Cherokee name, different platforms) |
| NOT Compatible MJ Rear | MJ Comanche rear is pickup bed not SUV body, rear flares NOT interchangeable |
| Body Modification Caution | Cut or trimmed fenders require body repair before OEM flare fitment |
Condition and Inspection
- Surface condition verified (UV fading severity assessed and disclosed)
- Crack inspection (no major structural cracks, minor surface marks disclosed)
- Mounting tab integrity confirmed (all tabs intact)
- Clip engagement points verified (push-pin holes not stripped)
- Color uniformity verified within set (matte black depth consistent)
- Flare-to-flare set match (within a single sale, flares match in age)
- No prior fiberglass repair patches or disclosed if present
- Leading edge condition (most damage-prone area on XJ from gravel and brush)
- Donor XJ year and trim disclosed where possible
- Age-appropriate cosmetics disclosed honestly since these are 20-40 year old parts
- Cleaned of dirt and grime before shipping
- Packaged with surface protection to prevent transit damage
- For Jeep Cherokee XJ 1984-2001 (full generation)
- Both 2-door SE and 4-door body styles supported
- Surface condition verified on every flare set
- Age-appropriate cosmetic signs disclosed honestly
- Mounting tab integrity confirmed
- Clip engagement points verified
- Color uniformity confirmed across set
- Authentic OEM original equipment, not aftermarket
- MJ Comanche pickup front cross-reference available
- Body modification check guidance before ordering
- Classic Jeep specialist support team
- Free shipping all 50 states
- 15 day replacement warranty on defects
- No core charge, keep your old flares
Brent Caldwell –
Restoring a 1997 Cherokee XJ Sport 4-door (4.0L). Factory flares were faded grey and missing two push-pins. Vaz had a verified used 4-door set with matte black still showing good depth, donor was a 1999 XJ. Confirmed my fenders had not been cut. Install took about an hour including new push-pin clips. The classic XJ look is back. Excellent service from a team that clearly knows the XJ platform.
Sandra Whitfield –
Picked up a front pair for my 1992 MJ Comanche. Vaz confirmed XJ Cherokee front flares cross-reference to MJ front, which is exactly right and what I needed. Donor was a 1991 XJ front pair. Color match to my existing rears is close enough. One star off because the matte black has more fade than the photos suggested but applied Solution Finish and they look excellent now. Service was very knowledgeable about the MJ cross-reference.