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Welcome to eWillys.com, a website for vintage jeep enthusiasts. I update this website nearly every day with jeep deals, jeep history, interesting reader projects, jeep related info, and more.
These quick searches can help you find things on eBay. People list in the wrong categories all the time, so don't be surprised to see brochures in the parts area for example.
The links to posts below show jeeps grouped by models, condition, and other ways. Some of these jeeps are for sale and others have been sold. If you are unsure whether a vehicle is still for sale or not, email me at d [at] ewillys.com for more info.
There are plenty of interesting, unusual, historic and surprising stories related to Jeeps and their owners. In addition, some of these features have nothing to do with jeeps. This link will display all featured stories starting from the latest.
Looking for parts and not sure where to go? There are a variety of large and small new and used parts sellers both online and offline.
Importantly, the allure of buying a project jeep can be romantic. The reality of restoring a jeep can be quite different, expensive and overwhelming without the right tools and resources. So, tread carefully when purchasing a "project". If you have any concerns about buying a vintage jeep, or run across a scam, feel free to contact me for help, comments or concerns .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.
No engine or tranny, but this looks restorable.
“This is a 1947 Willys Overland Wagon. It is the first full year of production for the Willys Wagon, it is 2 wheel drive, which is very rare. It has no engine or trans. I have a signed off title that was issued from NJ in 1956. THIS IS AN AWSOME RESTORATION PROJECT OR ONE OFF HOT ROD!”
This appears to be a good price. Looks solid. The fenders appear to be later model ones, given the divot for the side light.
“completely rebuilt, new CJ5 soft top, has 15 inch wheels and tires, comes with the original 16 inch wheels and tires, 4 cyl ( OHV) engine, runs great. call 814-280-1976 between 3:00-8:00 pm”
http://pennstate.craigslist.org/cto/3557822634.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
If you seek a modded truck, this might be worth a look.
“50 model pickup. 350 chevy rebuilt and chromed out. 350 tranny. hydraulic tilt bed with wooden floor . Painted flat black. Wouldn’t take much boddy work. 5000.00”
UPDATE: Was $4000. **SOLD**
This is near me, in case anyone’s interested.
“1950 Willys Wagon 4×4. Has a 1976 IH Scout frame, drive lines, brakes, engine, trans. 304 V8, 4 speed trans and fuel tank
Body is very straight and very solid – NO RUST
Front disk brakes
Glass is good
Drives very well.
Needs little work.
Needs –
• Steering gear box, NAPA around $150.00
• New interior wood paneling, old panels are there just very worn, go to store buy paneling, trace, cut, install
• Passenger side exterior door handle
• Some of the gauges don’t work (the speedo does work)
• Headliner
• Rekey doors
• Driver door wing window frame needs some attention
I took this on trade and don’t need it.
Interested in some trades – Blazer, Suburban, Bronco, Cherokee, 4×4 PU Chevy or Ford. If you are interested let me know what you have.”
UPDATE: Was $600. **SOLD**
“1958 Forward Control (FC-150) Jeep. Good glass (some fogging), no engine or transmission, no bed, clean title. Some rust, but mostly sound, very restoraable for a good body man. I looked for one for years but just don’t have time for a project anymore. $600. Cash only.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1500.
(01/08/2013) This needs work.
“Willys Jeep 1958 Fc – 150
327 Chevy, t-98 4 speed, spicer 18, fc170 axels and springs.
Very Complete.. Great project… close to running condition”
http://mohave.craigslist.org/cto/3556007015.html
UPDATE: Was listed at $1450. Status unknown.
(01/05/2013) There may be some value here.
“I have a1942 Ford GPW Script Jeep.It is rough but restorable.”
Popular Science published a January 1943 article with a variety of GPA / SEEP pictures, including a nice breakdown of the dashboard (handy for my description of a seep dashboard in my upcoming book).
You can also find this issue for sale on eBay
I ran across an ad from the 1990s on eBay. A little investigation revealed that the Jeep Tour company still provides tours and is located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
We’ve seen a few of these promos sold on eBay. This is a nice reference piece.
“original salesman’s non color folder , 8.5 x 11 folded , 17 x 11 unfolded , shows Jeep and Gladiator Promo Models , Jeep jewelry , pen , playing cards , key chain , ashtray , windshield scraper, etc. Also includes order price information . This was printed by the Jeep factory and sent to the dealers.”
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I can’t tell how large/small the vehicles are.
“You are bidding on a vintage U.S. Armed Forces Battle Front Giant Set. This set is in the original box. All the items in the set are plastic and are in very good condition. I am noting items that are broken or things that I see, but I am not an expert on these toys. So, please take a close look at the pictures that I have posted. Manufactured by Multiple Products Corporation, New York, NY. Made in the USA. The set includes tank, weasel, exploding bridge, missile carrier, shooting cannon, personnel carrier, 2 jeeps, one with a canapy, army truck, 3 tents (one says U.S. Army N.Q. 351st Infantry), 5 pieces of barbed wire fences, 5 drivers (blue men that are sitting), 30 soldiers, and accessories.
The bridge does not explode. There is a spring on the bottom, and what appears to be a broken part in the box, so it does not work. There is a white missile with a red base (not pictured), but I don’t know what vehicle it goes with, or even if it goes with the set. It is possible that there is a part missing from one of the vehicles that holds this missile. The cannon has the spring, and it pulls back to shoot something, but I don’t know what. The canapy on the army truck does not appear to sit properly and stay on. One of the tents is missing 2 legs. It is possible that there were more than 5 pieces of barbed wire fence. Accessories: There are 6 rifles, some of the soldiers have helmets which can be removed and put on other soldiers. There are a few belts and bullet proof vests, but there were probably more accessories in the original set. The items are clean except for some dust on some of the vehicles. The vehicles appear to have all their wheels and they do not look broken.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
Apparently, this is a Very Early Mighty Mite. Does that make it a VEMM?
“1961 M422A1 Mighty Mite
Serial #: 1484
Date of Delivery: 10-16-61
This auction is for a very early production M422A1, as indicated by the low A1 serial number and the date of delivery stamped on data plate (this was only done on the first 100 or less M422A1s along with the eagle inspection stamp).
The Mite still retains its original early “thin” windshield and has never been modified to the more common M38A1 style. Also, other early features include the early style fire extinguisher bracket under the cowling, M38A1 style parking break and tailgate chains. The tailgate chains were usually swapped out and a bolt was used to close the tailgate.
The tires are original to the Mite and are dated 1960 and 1961. They should be replaced if serious driving is planned.
This M422 is very original and complete with most of the commonly missing items. Electrical system works as well as lights (front and rear)
The vehicle runs and prior to running, the cylinders were bore scoped to check the cylinder linings. The cylinder walls were in just about perfect shape with no signs of flaking or other damage. Might starts with quickly and runs great.. Please see YouTube video by searching for “Mighty Mite #1484″.”
I suspect the seller is wrong about the year.
“1946 CJ-2A , Body is rough,minor rust in left front corner of floor pan. Engine has compression but is not running. 3spd manual trans, pto winch .I pulled the carburator apart, blasted it with baking soda but havent got any further . Just too many projects. Driver seat was removed to work on fuel tank, I have it , it’s just not in the photo. The fuel tank is rusted badly and needs to be replaced. brake cylinders are frozen. vin did not match vin on title, had vin verified by chp and they added a blue tag to the firewall. all paper work is now clear and vehicle can be registered. This would be a fun project for someone that has the time. all questions cheerfully answered”
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This is an interesting reference document.
“original non color folder , 8.5 x 11 folded , 17 x 11 unfolded , also order form sheet , 8.5 x 11 . Includes Jeep stationery , business cards , car invoices , new car order forms etc. Auction is for both items.”
UPDATE **SOLD** Was $500.
This jeep includes an overdrive. It’s a great price if true.
“We have a 1952 M38 Jeep with a Warn Overdrive. My husband believes it can be restored to it’s original condition, but it is going to need a lot of time & patience.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200
“1959 Willys wagon. Flathead Super Hurricane six cylinder engine. three spped tranny,twin stick transfer case.Rebuilt engine have receiptes for the parts.Rebulit tranny with receipts. Very little rust in the usual places, tailgate and above rear wheel on quarter panel. Wagon was in eastern washington working for DNR untill it was retired and I bought it.Have original oweners manual and shop manuals.Lots of extra parts,all stock nothing missing.All trim and seats are there. Very littile work required to bring back to daily driver.$1200 firm or trade for Merc 15-20 hp outboard or a nice 4×4 quad.WINCH IS NOT INCLUDED ALREADY SOLD IT.”
UPDATE: This is now on eBay. It was listed at $3500.
“I have a 1943 ford gpw army jeep I need to sell. The older gentleman that I bought it from started restoration on it but stopped. It is partially disassembled and has been mostly sandblasted. I pulled the head off of it before I bought it and the motor seems to not have much wear. The motor is GPW not willys. Clean texas title. I bought it to restore but have since bought a redone MB willys so this must go as I need the storage space for another project. I need the space yesterday so I will deal a little. If interested call (806) 374-3056. As always local pickup and cash only. I don’t respond to emails. Thanks.”
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UPDATE: Still Available (link updated)
(10/25/2012) This has got a problem hole in the floor . . .
“1963 Jeep CJ3b, 4cylinder, 4 wheel drive, 4 speed transmission. Runs and drives. New brakes, including master cylinder, wheel cylinders, and lines. New fuel tank and sending unit. New steel front bumper. Powdercoated wheels and brand new Goodyear Wrangler tires.
Needs exhaust and fuel system work, and could use a general tune up. Plenty of rust (see pictures). Seats are missing. Title was lost, but paperwork was submitted early this week and I should have the title in the next few weeks.
Also have a set of louvered front body panels, including fenders, hood and grille. Will include with the vehicle or will sell seperately.
Please call or email for more information. John @ 785-850-1274, after 5pm. Thanks.”
http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/3555139803.html
Abe shared with me the following story: “While driving thru Vermont this past summer I ran across these jeeps sitting in some very tall grass. Asked for permission to take the pics on cell phone. Ergo lousy quality.”
Not only did Abe take pictures, but he got the owner’s business card, too. And, on the card, is a website: http://www.nejeeps.com So, thanks to Abe, maybe the folks in the Northeast have another resource for old jeeps and parts.
Here are Abe’s pics:
The CJ-2A below was built by a student from the local High School under Wayne’s supervision:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“original non color folder , 8.5 x 11 folded , 17 x 11 unfolded , this is volume 1 #3 of “Jeep Merchandiser” . Published by the merchandising and advertising department for Jeep salesman.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“original non color folder , 8.5 x 11 folded , 17 x 11 unfolded , this is volume 1 #4 of “Jeep Merchandiser” . Published by the merchandising and advertising department for Jeep salesman.”
Whatever it is, it wasn’t done that well. But, since it’s odd, it is here.
” Up for auction One frosted beer bottle ..The bottle is a amber ” BUD LIGHT ” beer bottle. It has ” Willys Jeepster ” frosted into It below ” BUD LIGHT “. Above it on the neck is ” B L “. It is about 9 inchs tall and a screw cap top.”
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UPDATE: I bought one of these from this seller. It was in great shape.
Here is another “Jeep in Industry” Brochure for sale. The picture below is from a previous auction. (the one for sale does NOT have the writing on it like the pic below).
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This poor MB/GPW has seen some tough duty!
“What a neat outfix,I turned the motor by hand,levers work on the trencher,will not find many of these.The glovebox has 3 brass tags on it could not get a good picture.Thank you”
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The seller spent time refurbishing this USMC M-170.
“for sale is a 1962 willys m170 or mda.
this rig was decommisioned in 1978 from the USMC.
i rescued this vehicle from oblivion in 2005. it had been sitting in the sierra nevadas under pine needles for 25 years.
i brought it home and went to work.
i went through the vehicle nose to tail, but here are the highlights…
the original f-head motor has been professionally rebuilt and runs as well as it will with the carter ys carb.
i rebuilt the t90 3-speed and dana18 transfer case and they both work great.
i built a custom wiring harness and did a 12volt conversion(pertronix distributor, one-wire alternator, lights and gauges)
i completely replaced the braking system, master cylinder to the shoes.
it currently has 5ea. 31×10.50 street tires on 15×8 american racing wheels. i also have 5ea.original willys rims for NDT tires.
i did not have the ability or the room to take the body off the frame.
they only made approximately 12,000 of these. one run in the mid ’50’s, then again in the early ’60’s.
i shudder to think how much money i’ve dumped into this thing. but i don’t have the time or space to finish what i had planned.
i’ve got well over 10grand into her. i’d like to get around $4000, but no reasonable offer will be refused.
i will add a couple of more pictures soon.
thanks for looking.
buyer responsible for shipping.”
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