eWillys.com

Plenty of surface rust, but it doesn’t appear to be a rust bucket.

“1947 Willys Jeep complete with newer 4 cylinder motor. Original PTO Driven wench on front end is in fairly good shape was garaged for few years. ran when parked. No title.”

http://springfield.craigslist.org/cto/3019597572.html

This appear solid, though there are some rough patches on the side.

“CJ2A
Military generator motor with less than 1000 total hours.
12 volt with GM alternator
All new,rebuilt, or gone through.
Extra parts.
(360) 425-4774″

http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/3019932043.html

UPDATE:  Still Available

(11/09/2011) Both have overdrives. No pics provided.

“i have 2 willys jeeps for sale , 1 is a 1949 which has ran a few years ago and 1 that is around the 50′s , both are cj type .both have overdrives, for more info call 308 534-7723″

http://northplatte.craigslist.org/cto/3019843024.html

This needs some work.  I don’t see any tool indents, but it does have a column shift.

“1946 willys jeep this is three on the tree colum shift with over drive this jeep is stock very rare runs great needs brake work some wiring cll gary at 209 736 0704 or 209 663 5056″

http://goldcountry.craigslist.org/cto/3019998360.html

Here’s a nice CJ-3B.

“1. The Jeep is a 1953 CJ3B Willys.
2. I purchased the Jeep on June 1, 1971 and have had it in restoration and garaged ever since.
3. The engine is a Buick V6. Probably from the 1960′s or early 1970′s
4. The steering is a Hudson.
5. Cutlass hubs.
6. Dual headers and side pipes.
7. Taillights from a 1965 Ford Mustang.
8. Chrome custom dash.
9. Total restoration.
10. Half Moon hubs and chrome wheels.
11. Leather High Back front seats.
12. All Steward-Warner gauges operational including tachometer.
13. Candy apple red metal fleck custom paint job.
14. Carpeted interior.
15. Runs well.
16. Multiple gears sets. (three speed transmission, Hi Lo range, overdrive)
17. Serviced as of June, 2010. No significant mileage since:
New battery
Oil filter
Spark plugs
Rebuild carburetor
Alignment
Oil change
Tune up
Detail

Call 720-289-8179 or respond by craigslist email”

http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/3018565169.html

Runs and drives and appears solid.

“I HAVE A 1950 WILLYS JEEP IT RUNS AND DRIVES BUT IT DOES NEED SOME BRAKE WORK IT HAVE THE ORIGINAL ENGINE AND LITTLE TO NO RUST. CLEAR AZ TITLE CALL ME AT (928)533-1376 IF NO ANSWER LEAVE A MESSAGE.”

http://prescott.craigslist.org/cto/3018215058.html

This might be a good price.

“have 1968 jeep cj6 runs need little work, 951-287-9326 only 4700 miles , 4cly need to sell my girls wrack there car and need money to buy a car for them”

http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/3019184625.html

This appears solid, but may have been patched along the passenger side.

“1952 m38 runs great call Bill 240 994 7299 will not respond to emails”

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/cto/3019112816.html

UPDATE:  Price dropped to $3200

(05/02/2012) Nice top.  Good little jeep.

“no rust, fair paint, soft top with doors, cab heater, 6k waren winch. 302 ford mustang motor, duel pipes, 4 speed borg warner trany with hurst shifter, dana t-18 hi low range transfer case, huskey hi-low overdrive. (with this setup it has 12 speeds foward and 4 in reverse.) the rear seat is like new and It has a storage box that can replace the seat.
ph 249 4033 ask for Glen”

http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/3018184436.html

UPDATE:  Price dropped to $3000.

(09/30/2012) Those rear wheels are pretty small.

“55 willys rat rod make offer (805) 423_1350 may trade ”

http://slo.craigslist.org/cto/3019671269.html

UPDATE:  Still Available

(05/04/2011) It looks solid, but still appears to be missing front turn signals/parking lights.

“Freshly Rebuilt Engine 4 cylinder, new pistions rings and much more, COMPLETE engine overhaul. Completely reconditioned jeep gone through front to back. No trades or barter. Runs great. Call Al at 209-327-8412.”

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/3011340250.html

During my last visit to my parents’ house, I tried starting Biscuit.  The engine would turn over, but wouldn’t fire.  It didn’t take long for me to figure out that the electric fuel pump no longer worked.  So, I decided on my next visit I’d change from the electric to the stock manual pump.

Today, I took on that project.  While a very simple changeover in theory, the practice turned out to be more of a challenge than I expected.  For example, the first step in the process required me to break into my tool box, as the keys to my tool box disappeared during my move last summer.  After spending an hour searching for the keys, I finally gave up and ‘removed’ the lock’ (with hammer, screw driver, and little finesse).

It was surprisingly easy to remove the lock.  However, it was surprisingly difficult to get the lock portion of the drawers to unlock.  I won’t bore you with the embarrassing details, but let’s just say that it took us about an hour and half to finally get the tool chest unlocked.  Oh, good times!

Next, I had to start pulling off the electrical pump and installing the manual one.  It just seemed like I dropped every socked a hundred times, grabbed the wrong wrench with each reach, had to search through the barn to find rarely used tools I had stowed away, and more.  Nothing seemed to be easy about the project.

Finally, about 5pm, Ann wandered out to see how I was.  I was not good.  The socket has just slide off my socket wrench extension again, which meant I had to climb down onto the tarp, scoot under the jeep, and retrieve it, again.  I shared some choice words about Biscuit with Ann.  She decided to take a picture and post it on Facebook  Here is the picture and what she wrote:

Today, under a cloud of tools, grease, and a broken fuel pump came the flood of curse words and the exclamation from Mr eWillys.com himself…. David Eilers “hates Jeeps”

It took me until about 7pm, but I did finally get the fuel pump installed and the hoses attached.  Even better, everything worked.  So, now Biscuit and I are all lovely dovey again.

So, I’m done with jeeps for today.  Updates tomorrow.

Paul sent this to my inbox today. A couple days ago he removed his stainless steel body from his frame so he can complete the work on his frame.  It’s a good thing he listened to his intuition!

“I spent a few hours yesterday in the connex cleaning up my mess and double checking the security of the Willys body resting on the 2X4 support framework.  For the most part I felt the body was safely held three feet above the floor but my mind kept coming back to the thought “Would it stay in position during an earthquake?”  Since it’s much faster and easier to add additional support structure than it is to repair damaged stainless body panels I fitted eight more bracing legs to the existing body holder.  I really didn’t think any additional strength was necessary but I’d sleep easier with this bit of overkill engineering and the cost in time and money was negligible.  

While taking a shower this morning I was surprised when the house started rocking back and forth as several sharp jolts announced the arrival of an earthquake.  The quake was a small one, only about 4.6 but it was close to Anchorage (about ten miles away) and it was over quickly.  After getting dressed I hurried to the connex, opened the door and viewed a beautiful sight. The Willys body was safely resting on the framework undamaged and perfectly aligned on the supports.  

I realize rebuilding Jeeps can be an experience in frustration when money and time conflict with dreams but I really could do without adding earthquakes into the mix.  I’m slow enough as it is, I don’t need Mother Nature increasing my heart rate with exciting special effects.  On the other hand I’m happy the Willys is safe, the body support held and I don’t have to repair any damaged body panels.  Now all I have to do is to hurry to get the frame work accomplished and reattach the body to the chassis before anymore earthquakes visit my workspace.”

Gerald forwarded pictures of this sign (thanks!).  While the Willys Wagon is featured prominently on this sign, I couldn’t find any evidence of its existence elsewhere within the restaurant.  Layton’s is located in Ocean City, Md, and is supposed to be pretty good according to Urbanspoon.

JUST A REMINDER

It’s that time of year again!

Announcing the 2012 Spring Midwest Willys Reunion being held May 18, 19, 20th at the King’s Island Resort and Conference Center in Mason, Ohio.

The Featured vehicle at the this year’s reunion will be The first series Willys Jeepster.

This year’s featured speaker will be  Ron Szymanski, (former Curator  of the Jeep House Museum and retired 35-year employee of Jeep).

Last year, there were 25 vendors and nearly 100 Willys Jeeps.

Please Visit the website to sign up! There’s a downloadable form on the left.

http://www.midwestwillysreunion.org/smwwr12Ohio.htm

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Roger Added the following note in a comment:
I’d like to invite anybody interested to a FC ROUND-UP, CRUZ-IN, CAMP, and possible CONVOY to the Midwest Willys Spring Reunion before & after that event. It is held in Mason at the Kings Island Resort (north of Cincinnati, Ohio), which is about 25 miles south of me. I have plenty of room for free primitive camping, parking trailers, and motorhomes. Let me know if you’d be interested in coming so I can get a “head count”. Calling me at 937-862-4182 or email at: rjmartinservice@aol.com. I’d welcome your input and suggestions. Also, I can be very flexible about people arriving earlier in the week or staying past Sunday. You do not have to own or bring a FC to participate. Roger Martin

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Colin asked me to add the following Willys Overland Jeepster Club Information:
The Willys Overland Jeepster Club is having their Spring 2012 Meet at the same time and same location as the Midwest Willys Reunion.

UPDATE:  JUST A REMINDER

Sign up now for the Moab Overland Rally, a tribute to Willys Wagon and Trucks.  Click on the picture to connect to the website, http://www.willysrally.com/

On our way home from the WAAAM on Saturday we decided to drive through The Dalles, a small town whose name isn’t pronounced like ‘Dallas’ but rather like ‘The Dallzzzz”.  While driving through I took an unplanned turn, then crossed over to a side street where I spotted this CJ-3A (which of course required a few pictures).

David emailed me today about selling his CJ-2A.  He writes, “I have a 46 CJ2A. The jeep is located in Waxahachie, TX (just a little South of Dallas). I have title in hand and it’s registered as an “antique” – so no State inspection required. It runs but needs brake work and the new/rebuilt starter needs to be installed. I can be reached at 469 285-1218.”

It’s a little rough, but plenty of parts there.  I can’t tell much about the Wagon.

“I have an antique Willis Sedan and a Willis WWII Jeep. Both were my dads but have been sitting for a long time, both have some parts missing. I would love to fix them both up but I dont have the time two. Im not sure what theyre worth but I know they are both rare so im thinking $1200 or the best offer. You would have to find a way to move them and I can help.

Just give me a call if interested 562/884/7188″

http://chattanooga.craigslist.org/cto/3005342175.html

No pics.  Unclear just what this is.

“This is an old cj2a the model is actually a ford. All parts the same as jeep”

http://eastidaho.craigslist.org/cto/3016910900.html

It looks pretty solid.

“I have a 1947 willys its n great shape for its age it does run and drive all the factory gauges work nothing has been updated its all original. I don’t have the money or time to restore. Hoping to give it a good home”

http://lexington.craigslist.org/cto/3016574359.html

Not running.

“Complete truck, not running needs carburetor rebuilt. Couple extra parts. No rust, very nice body. Back bench seat is a little rough, but other than that its in great shape!  480-329-1179″

http://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/3016964966.html

Not much pedal car left.

“1950s Hamilton Army Willys jeep Pedal Car $200 obo”

http://janesville.craigslist.org/grd/3016623543.html

There looks like value here.  That appears to be a Bobcat Fiberglass Body.

“1946 Willys Jeep project
Everything is there it just needs to be put together and some TLC
I have a canvas top, front folding tow bar, rear tow hitch, and roll bar
4.3L V6 engine from a Chevy S10
Fiberglass tub”

http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/3017248110.html

Looks good.

“For sale is a 1944 Willys Officer’s Jeep. Jeep is in fantastic condition and fully restored. Jeep runs and is a great item for the motor vehicle or military collector. Has working siren attached was driven by 3 star general.”

http://onslow.craigslist.org/cto/3017252174.html

The rear on this is very unusual.  The S/N is only 19370.  The tool indents appear in good shape.

“Original motor converted to 12V. Runs good,stored in garage 30 plus years. Have full steel doors. S/N 19370. Call 651-260-8679. Key words-4X4 ATV”

http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/cto/3017344863.html

Between the top and a few other parts there is some value.

“I have a 1947 CJ2A Willys jeep for sale. There is no motor and the body needs work. This would be a great restoration project for any Jeep enthusiast or just for parts. $400 or best offer. Call/text 57o-38o-4493 if you are interested or have any questions. Ask for Mike”

http://scranton.craigslist.org/cto/3017488480.html

This looks good.

“49 willys cj3a 4 cylinder “go devil” 3 spd. 12 volt gear reduction starter. could use new tires.stored inside for past 30 years. pretty good shape. turns alot of heads. kids love it! drives and runs well.”

http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/wsh/cto/3017660380.html

UPDATE:  Still Available

(11/30/2012) This runs and drives and looks good for $1300.  The bumper is a bit over the top though.

“1958 Jeep Willys Truck 4 Wheel Drive. Runs and Drives. Eng 226/6 cyl. plow attachment/no plow. Cab corners and floor boards rusty. Engine, transmission, drive train all solid. Plow attachment was on when purchased, no idea what type of plow fits on it.”

http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/cto/3017722042.html

There might be value here.

“1946? WILLYS JEEP 4X4 HAS CHEVY V-6 ENGINE. THIS IS A PROJECT WITH NO TITLE. IT NEEDS A LOT OF WORK TO BE ROAD WORTHY. RUST IS NOT BAD FOR A MISSOURI VEHICLE OF THIS AGE. DOES NOT RUN BUT WILL TURN OVER AND FLUIDS LOOK GOOD. WOULD BE A GREAT HUNTING VEHICLE OR OFF ROAD TOY. ALSO HAVE AN ORIGINAL JEEP ENGINE AND ENGINE ACCESSORIES FOR SALE.”

http://columbiamo.craigslist.org/cto/3017770350.html