Not to hijack but is the 3.8 engine in wranglers ( I know they ended up switching to a 3.6) a bad engine?
The 3.8 was taken out of the Mini van, not horrible just down on the torque and horsepower. If you are wanting a JK/JKU then 2012 and up are the ones to look at.
If it were me and you wanted a longer wheelbase, then look for the TL's, they are the CJ6 in the CJ5 world.
My CJ6 when I brought it home...
My CJ5 (sold)
My 2012 JKU