Monthly Archives: October 2012

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1956 CJ-5 Ventura, CA $900

October 21, 2012 • CATEGORIES: CJ5 • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE:  Price dropped to $900.  This includes a PTO.

Slight sag in a rear . . .

“all original willys jeep owned by same owner for 25 plus years. rebuilt motor with very low miles on it. pto trans with winch in back. everything works 4×4 winch all gears runs and drives good. the winch is strong, easily stronger than my warn 9000. the bad news is it used to have an A frame on the back that’s why it has the winch in the back and it was used to lift stuff to heavy so the frame and body are bent down in the back. the frame is bent down from the axel back. the body is pretty rough. this would be a great parts car or a desert toy. it will go anywhere. windshield not cracked. wiper works. still 6v set up. lots of original parts on it worth money. the pto trans works great and shifts smooth. have an original spare tire as well. have clean title and it is currently ca registered. brand new battery. email call or text, in email put jeep 4×4 in subject or i will not answer do to spam. 8-0-5,509,-3322. i work on weekdays till 3:30 so if you call before then i will not pick up but feel free to leave a message. might be interested in a trade for jeep Cherokee, Comanche, jet-ski, etc.. lemme know what you got with a picture. i get pic messages.”

http://ventura.craigslist.org/cto/3353618502.html

 
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1946 CJ-2A Farmersville, TX **SOLD**

October 21, 2012 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200. May have a Porter & Reed hardtop

(10/09/2012) This looks to have rust along the driver’s side.  It has no title.

“1946 Willys CJ2a jeep that has been used on a deer lease. The jeep runs and drives good. The gauges all work, horn works, lights all work, the four wheel drive works good, the transfer case seal on the front drips gear oil, the transfer case makes some noise but still works good, the engine runs good, the cab on the jeep can come off, but works pretty good in the winter. The jeep does have some rust, this jeep would be good for hunting out of or using on a ranch. The jeep has not been on the road and the title is lost, but will provide a bill of sale to the winner.”

 
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1945? CJ-2A Boulder City, NV **SOLD**

October 21, 2012 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1600

(06/30/2012) Rolling Chassis.  It has full floaters, but tough to tell from the pics if the frame/rear is civilian or military.

“Rolling chassie with body…
NO engine, has trans and transfer case, full floating axles
the dash is there with gauges but the glass is cracked, no seats
the windshield frame is complete, but the glass is busted and the hinges are rough
only real rust is on the bottom of the tool box on the passenger side

fenders are straight, its pretty much all there except the engine…even the shift pattern plaques for the trans and t case are on the dash!!”

 

 
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1958 DJ-3A Lake George, CO **SOLD**

October 21, 2012 • CATEGORIES: DJ-3A • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.

Based on the Serial Number this is technically a 1958.  You can follow the discussion here and here.

It doesn’t run at the moment.

“We have a 1957 Jeep Willys (Kaiser) DJ-2A Flathead 2WD in our barn. We are evaluating what to do with it but we are not interested in fixing it up. It has all the parts and was running (driven into the garage) but it is rough. We want to sell it but do not want to chop it up or part it out because it was running when we drove it into the barn about 4 years ago.”

 
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Next Updates Sunday Evening

October 20, 2012 • CATEGORIES: News • TAGS: , , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Ann and I arrived safely in Pasco after a sunny/rainy/snowy/windy day driving through the panhandle of Idaho, then west to Pasco. We spotted and photographed a couple jeeps, ate some good food and visited with family; so it was a complete day!

More tomorrow on this possible CJ-2L Bruce spotted. Note rare Desert Dog PCV tires (not that they are in good shape).  They have a tighter tread than the standard Desert Dog tires.

 
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Four Wheel Parts Wholesalers History

October 19, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Features, Website This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Here is the story of George Adler and the launching of Four Wheel Parts Wholesalers in 1961. Starting at the kitchen table making catalogs, the company grew into an off-road parts empire.

http://transamericanautoparts.com/history-of-company

 
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The Four Wheel Steer Bantam in Pop Mechanics

October 19, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Bantam-FordGP-WillysMA-EarlyJPs, Features, Magazine • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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I spotted this brief note about the four-wheel-steer Bantam BRC-40 on page 167 of the May 1946 issue of Popular Mechanics.  Why it appeared five years after it was built seems a little strange.  I can’t imagine the army keeping this model top secret for any reason.  Maybe they needed some filler for the issue?

Here is a link to the Google page that shows the whole article

 
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1950s? Plastic Toy Seep on eBay

October 19, 2012 • CATEGORIES: GPA (SEEP) This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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I don’t know how old this is, but thought someone might like it.

“IDEAL TOYS US ARMY WW2 AMPHIBIOUS VEHICLE 1950s hard plastic about 7 inches long, very light playwear, otherwise, VERY GOOD CONDITION as shown. We have many other vintage vehicles truck jeeps boats, planes, made of tin, cast iron, paper, cardboard up this week so check out or other auctions. We will combine lots to save you shipping costs.”

View all the information on eBay

 
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1955 CJ-3B @ Jeeptruck.com

October 19, 2012 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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This may have been a fire company-owned jeep.

“I have a 1955 CJ3B for sale. Has clear title and I was told it was a Chicago Fire Dept. vehicle once upon a time. The tube has been modified over the rear wheel wells for the hose and pumper. Drive train is all original. Needs restoration.
Price: $3,500 or Best Offer

Please contact C. Shawn at:

email: wally307@pipeline.com”

http://www.jeeptruck.com/bd/sale/adb327/adb327.html

 
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1957 M-38A1 Running Springs, CA $5000

October 19, 2012 • CATEGORIES: M-38A1 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Mark posted this at sellajeep.

“No rust, no dents. Buick 231 V-6 Edelbrock Manifold 396 CFM 4BBL Holly Muncie. 4 Speed Dana 44 Read 33 front with lockers. 9 inch lift and frame extension, 33 inch Pro Comp tires. Fire Ext’s KC lights, 5 point harnesses, 6 point roll cage. Tow hitch, tow bar luggage, gas can, spare tire rack. Bikini and 1976 hard top and doors with all good windows. Diamond plate running boards and rear corners.”

http://www.sellajeep.com/bd/sale/adsb328/adsb328.html

 
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1962 Truck Hayward, CA **SOLD**

October 19, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Willys Trucks This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4300

I like the rack on this truck. This could use some detail work.

“350 Chevy engine with Edelbrock carb, manifold and valve covers.
HEI ignition.
Shorty headers with new exhaust.
SM 420 4 speed trans with 7.05:1 low gear
Dana 20 transfer case with PTO unit.
Saginaw power steering. AMC Jeep tilt steering column
New brake hydraulics and shoes.
New windshield & rubber channel ( not installed )
Electric wipers
Very drivable”

 
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1959 Truck @ Jeeptruck.com $4500

October 19, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Willys Trucks This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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This has some rust.

“Completely original with the exception of the paint, seat, and bumpers. Including original wheels. Super Hurricane I-6 engine, 3 speed manual transmission. Starts and runs well, used as a daily driver as of late. 4 WD works great. New battery, belt, fuel filter. Some rust in floor boards and bed. Ready for a frame-off restore.
Price: $4,500 with possible partial trade for a good condition 72′-76′ CJ5

Please contact Todd at:

email: troutbum@gmx.com”

http://www.jeeptruck.com/bd/sale/adb329/adb329.html

 
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1952 CJ-3A Bangor, WI **SOLD**

October 19, 2012 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE:  Was $4400. **SOLD**

(07/25/2012) This looks solid.  The hood scoop is unusual.  This might restore relatively easily . I wonder if it really was an Air Force Jeep.

“1952 Willys Jeep. Good body runs and drives well. Very little rust a few dents but one of the better original bodies I’ve seen. Many new parts and some spares.”

 
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1954 CJ-3B Janesville, WI $1500

October 19, 2012 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE:  This runs and drives.

“-Original Motor
-Original Transmission(PTO set up)
-Have seats and windshield
-Pulled metal from floor (rusted and dented, poor quality)
-Have original tool box
-HAS RARE HEATER OPTION
-Tow Bar included
-Runs and drives
-Looking to sell before the winter comes in. Please contact me through email or txt at 7 se7en 4 – 6five three se7en”

http://janesville.craigslist.org/cto/3348509862.html

 
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1946 CJ-2A Denver, CO $7,495

October 19, 2012 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE:  This was on eBay.  Now on Craigslist.

(09/27/2012) This has a few unusual features.  Check out the direction of the claws under the rear bumper.  Those could cause some problems on difficult terrain.  It also has some neat windshield clamps. I suspect the seller means ‘muncie’ 4 speed and not ‘monkey’ 4 speed. There are many pics of this on eBay.

“YOU ARE LOOKING AT A nicely restored 1946 willys cj-2a!! this willys is complete with a buick 231 v6 motor with a monkey 4 speed manual transmission. This is a 4×4 Willys Jeep with the shifter on the floor, The body is free and clear of any rust and is very solid, this vehicle was painted approx 1 year ago and looks fantastic. Diamond Plate has been added on the step sides and the rear of the Jeep to protect the paint. VIN: 259259

The exterior of this vehicle looks good. the body is staight and the paint is new. the aftermarket chrome rims really make the vehicle stand out. these trucks are very simple so please see the additional pictures for further details.

THE INTERIOR LOOKS GREAT! The Interior is Very clean, It Comes with 2 Storage boxes that can be locked, All the Gauges work well, the seats Come as a Gray Vinyl/Leather look that are in perfect condition with the exception of the passenger side where there is a slight rip on the top of the seat. The Vinyl Soft Top is also included with the Jeep and is in working condition. The radio works as well. The Willys is Titled as a 1946 Willy JP, on the Vehicle itself it has a Plate by Willys Overland Motors CJ-2A, number 24996, the vehicle also has aftermarket chrome rims with newer tires and a tow hitch for trailoring.

MECHANICALLY THIS TRUCK is great. although we have not taking the vehicle off road the vehicle did great on our test drive. the motor runs like a top and shifts effortlessly through the gears.”

http://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/3348988635.html

 
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Mail Jeep Trailer Rochester, NY **SOLD**

October 19, 2012 • CATEGORIES: trailer, Unusual This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: Was $700. **SOLD**

“Well built Jeep cargo trailer. Haul your camping gear and/or wheeling supplies
to and on the trail! Made from an old postal Jeep body. also has storage under
the hood. Asking $700. Listing this for a buddy so please no emails”

 
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1954 CJ-3B Montrose, CO **SOLD**

October 19, 2012 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was several prices.

Dean reports this is posted with several different prices. It may indicate the seller is floating different prices, or it could be scam.

The fuel pump is having a problem. Looks pretty stock.

“I have an all-original 1954 Willy’s Jeep for sale. Uncut, unmodified in any way. If you are looking for a 100% original Willy’s this is it! This Jeep runs and drives. However, the fuel pump is a little weak. I am working on that right now. The minimal rust it has is very fixable. This Jeep has factory “Koenic Iron Works” hardtop and hard doors. Door windows roll up and down. This jeep is unmolested- from the period fire extinguisher, to the fan in the cabin. I even have the owners manual. The mileage is original at 44,000. I bought this from the original owners son. This is a fantastic original specimen and a very rare find considering the hardtop and harddoors. This Jeep is in good condition and is truly a nice vehicle. Look at the pictures! $5400 OBO!! OR I am looking for a decent 4×4 for trade. I am interested in Expeditions, Land Rovers,”

 
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Contourtop from an April 1967 Four Wheeler Ad

October 19, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Advertising & Brochures, Features • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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**** If you have any Four Wheeler Magazines from the 1960s or 1970s and you don’t want them, I’d love to get them.  I’d like to record more of these unusual aftermarket items. Just email me at d@ewillys.com ****

I ran across this unusual Controurtop Hardtop in an ad from the April 1967 issue of Four Wheeler Magazine.  I’ve never seen one of these for sale on Craigslist.

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Topless Top in Four Wheeler Magazine on eBay

October 19, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Features, Magazine • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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This “Topless Top” article appeared in the March 1966 issue of Four Wheeler Magazine.  Given the top was made of plexiglass, I suspect it is unlikely there are many remaining (if any).  I have bid on the issue, so I hope to have better images and more information if/when I win it.

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1958 Wagon Rulison, CO $5000

October 19, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Willys Wagons • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Dan spotted this nice looking, stock wagon.  It’s listed as a 1959 Wagon in the title of the AD and a 1958 Wagon in the body of the ad.

“1958 willys Wagon 6-226 4 wheel Drive. Super.
Hurricane inline 6 engine
Runs excellent. Ongoing Restoration.
All transmission, transfer case and Axle fluids Flushed and replace.
Over $8,000. invested.”

http://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/3343584994.html

 
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2012 Barfrosttreffet in Norway this past Weekend

October 18, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Features, International This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Last weekend was the 2012 Barfrosttreffet.  It looks like a variety of jeepers participated. It sure looks  like a beautiful country to explore.  I have posted a few pics from their event below.  You can see more here:  http://www.facebook.com/events/146187395522035/

 
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Wes’ FC-170 Authenticast

October 18, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Models This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Wes forwarded some pictures of his all original rare FC-170 model that includes a snow plow. He has owned it 15 years.

Wes writes, “This was made between 1957 & 1963 by Authenticast,(Comet). It is Pot Metal like many early promotional models. Of the 3 FC 170’s they did, this is the rarest. The scale is 1/20th which is larger than most promos. It is as close to new as an older model can get condition wise. I will send you another photo for size comparison.”

 
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A Drawing by “Darkinalina”

October 18, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Artists/Drawings, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Guy spotted this list of DrawSomething Jeeps.  I only know about the iPad/iPhone game because my wife, my mother and my daughter all play the game.

The one below was drawn by someone named ‘Darkalina’.  You can see more here.

 
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Rare Tin Police Jeep w/ TV Screen **SOLD**

October 18, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Features, toys This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

On the back is a screen that has animations. The CJ-3B Page shows a similar, but not the same model: http://cj3b.info/Toys/PoliceToys2.html

“Win this nice one for your collection. Very rare Movie Screen Police Willys Jeep by MODERN TOYS. Has an amazing illuminated and animated screen which rolls through freeway scenes, traffic snarls, the highway patrol on the road & issuing infringement notices. I’ve included a video showing this but it’s pretty out of focus. The toy moves about the floor in a random fashion. Think the light on the front is supposed to flash but isn’t working. This may need some tinkering and another small project would be a new steering wheel and seat base. Too good to be called a toy! Scans and photos are of the actual item & form part of the description.

22.5cm long x 10.8cm wide x 12cm high. 1-2 kilos packed weight. Item No: 800016”

 
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1962 FC-170 Anchorage, AK **SOLD**

October 18, 2012 • CATEGORIES: FC150-FC170-M677 • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: Was $1000. **SOLD**

“1962 Jeep FC150. $1000 obo. Email if interested!”