u/MammothPresence3231

Just picked up a 2011 Jeep Patriot Latitude from Copart using AutoBidMaster and now waiting for delivery. Clean title, around 190k miles, and total came out to about $2200 after auction fees, so it felt like a solid budget buy.

This is my first Patriot, and I'm so happy to join the club! So I've been reading through common Patriot problems and maintenance threads while I wait . I already know about the CVT transmission, throttle body issues, suspension wear, and subframe rust on these models. Noted.

What are the first things I'd inspect when it arrives? Trying to make a good checklist before I start driving it regularly. Thank you guys!