UPDATE: This was originally posted May 17, 2014.
1946 Testimonial from Maine
November 30, 2023 • CATEGORIES: Advertising & Brochures, Documents, Features • TAGS: 1946-testimonials.
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Louis Mattar and His Cadillac Fleetwood
Scott spotted a story about Louis Mattar and his amazing Cadillac Fleetwood, which he and friends drove non-stop from the west coast to the west coast and back. Later, he drove it from Alaska to Mexico City, again non-stop. The article is worth a read!
Here’s the article from Haggerty: https://www.hagerty.com/media/automotive-history/more-than-70-years-ago-louie-mattar-drove-6320-miles-non-stop-in-his-fantastic-perpetual-motion-machine/
And, I found this video:
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And this earlier video from 1954, which shows them changing the front tire:
Finally, here’s a more modern CBS report about the car’s new home at a San Diego museum:
1964 CJ-5 CT $4500
November 30, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ5
Matt’s selling this stock CJ-5. He wanted to give eWillys’ readers a first shot at it (thanks Matt!). This is sold with a bill of sale only, though it does have a serial number.
“Up for sale is my 1964 CJ5. This is a very original CJ5 that still wears its original president red paint. Odometer reads 2,900 miles. This Jeep came from the family of its original owner who used it as a runabout on his farm. It does not currently run but everything is there and it should run with a bit of work. I did open up the transmission to make sure everything was okay and it was like new inside. I believe it was parked in the 80s. Unfortunately it was parked in a damp part of the barn so the tub has a decent amount of rust. Front floors are completely rotted out including the toolbox floor. Rear floor and wheel wells have a few bad spots but are usable.
The rest of the jeep is in pretty good shape and the front fenders, hood, grille and windshield are very nice. Tailgate is nice too and still has the original 4 wheel drive stencil on it. Frame looks to be solid with just a little rot in the rear crossmember/bumper. 60/40 bench seat with original fabric. Tailgate chain covers are still intact. Really a time capsule of a CJ5. Nothing has been cut up or modified. This Jeep is perfect for someone who loves patina/original paint survivors and is willing to go through it mechanically, put some new front floors in it and enjoy it just the way it is. That was my plan but I just don’t have the time. Asking $4500. Sold with a bill of sale only. It does have a serial number. Located in Connecticut. Thank you”
1950 CJ-3A Ballard, WA $9000
November 30, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A
Sounds like a good build with a variety of updates.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/seattle-1950-willys-cj3a/7685277530.html
“I’ve had this for many years in my garage and body is clean with no rust. I recently had the transmission rebuilt within the last few years and still has a minor leak under pan. Will need new brakes. These are the old specs I have and still up to date to the best of my knowledge. New battery and heater installed recently.
“1950 Willys CJ-3A, NO RUST, very solid all steel body on 79 DJ-5 frame, 231 Buick V6, Almunimum radiator, push fan, 400 turbo automatic transmission, Dana 20 transfer case, centered dana 44 limited slip flanged axle rear end. 3.73 gears, Dana 30 front end with 11in brakes. Full roll cage with padded top tubes, new steering wheel,tub is durolined. 33×12.50×15 tires with less than 1000 miles driven. 2″ receiver hitch on custom square tube rear bumper. gas tank under back. Levi Strauss edition front and rear CJ-5 seats. New turbo mufflers. All new wiring. Tilt wheel, saginaw power steering, new Rancho front lift springs and 5000 shocks. Bikini top only. Engine runs strong, cold starts and warms up fine. (I do not know any mileage of car or engine). This is one a CLEAN, V6 Automatic cj3a done right. zero rust and garaged.””
1942 MB Eagle Point, OR $5500
November 30, 2023 • CATEGORIES: MB
Looks solid.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/730070245193705
“Hi I’m selling my 1942 Willy’s jeep. -Runs, drives, stops. -clean title, current registration through end of year. – original flathead 4cyl. motor – original 3 speed manual transmission – all lights work – new seats – was converted from 6v to 12v at some point – I have a full soft enclosure for it that’s in rough shape, can go with it if desired – Grill has been swapped out for a cj3 grill I believe – home-made bumpers, has a little bit of body work done in the back so rear lights are integrated into bumper. – aftermarket relocated fuel tank. Awesome rig! Could be made great with a little more love. Right now it’s a super cool running and driving project.”
1950 CJ-3A Colorado Springs, CO $5900
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5900.
(11/02/2023) A pretty solid, stock jeep with a Koenig hardtop with some early Free-Lock hubs.
https://cosprings.craigslist.org/grd/d/colorado-springs-1950-willys-cj3a-jeep/7681617551.html
“Electric Company Service Willys Jeep …This vehicle sold on Bill of Sale…No Title…But is in superb condition.
This is a 1950 Jeep CJ3A with a Koenig Iron Works hard top that has rear sliding windows and roll up on the doors all in proper working order, this Jeep is equipped with a 100% bolt on hydrologic snow plow with a 6’ blade that works as it should. Wind shield is not broken and all glass good with the exception of a crack in rear right glass. This vehicle is NOT rusty and very strait and original . Will provide pictures with the spots of rust it does have. This vehicle was meticulously serviced and well cared for!
Jeep comes with: Continue reading
1955 CJ-5 Ogden, UT $3000
This has potential. The stock hardtop and Koenig (?) bed extension look in good shape. The 0-8 King Seeley speedometer still has its needle, too.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/842398679463287/permalink/2020951838274626
“Family has decided to sale Grandpa’s Jeep CJ5.Was running when parked in the shed. I put a wrench on the crank and it rolls over easy. $3000 or best offer.”
1961 Truck Spokane, WA $6500
November 30, 2023 • CATEGORIES: Willys Trucks
This could be worth a closer look.
https://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/d/oldtown-1961-willys-jeep-truck/7689203026.html
“1961 Willys Jeep Truck
All original except 235 chevy 6 cylinder
Tires great shape
Starts and Runs
Needs Break Work …possible master cyc needs replaced
Id like to say No rust but i’m sure you will find something ..lets say very minimal
Body pretty darn straight not perfect
Lights work
Not sure on heater
Its a great buy at 6500 FIRM on price
No Scams or BS
Serious Inquiries Only”
1947 CJ-2A Sheridan, WY $9500
This has an f-head. The Porter & Reed hardtop looks in very good shape.
https://wyoming.craigslist.org/cto/d/banner-original-4×4-side-by-side/7691332870.html
“!947 Willy’s Jeep CJ2A. 12 volt, Solid 4 Cylinder Hurricane engine, heavy duty front PTO winch, and tow bar. Selectro lockout front hubs. Runs and drives good, everything works, no rust. Great winter restoration project. Get it before we put it away for the season.
$9,500.00 if you would like to pay more, I would be more than glad to accept.”
1971 CJ-5 Renegade II Eckert, CO $10,500
November 30, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ5
Blaine shared this solid Renegade with a few updates.
https://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/d/austin-1971-jeep-cj5-renegade-ii/7685456219.html
“Just a clean old Jeep with a ton of new parts. Here are a few of the bigger ones.
Rebuilt T14 transmission and transfer case
Front disc brake upgrade
4 new 31×10.50 tires
New fuel tank and fuel lines
New wiring harness
New master cylinder and rear brakes
New wiper motor and windshield
And the list goes on!!”
Year? CJ-5 Trencher Salisbury, NC $2000
Mike spotted this cool find. It appears to be a 1957-1964, but maybe someone else can narrow it down a little more.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3704307773133619
“50 – 60’s believe CJ 5 jeep with trencher. NO TITLE”
1953 CJ-3B Hines, OR $9950
November 30, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B
This appears to have a replacement body.
https://boise.craigslist.org/cto/d/diamond-1953-willys-jeep-cj-3a/7691773935.html
“This is a very nice Willys jeep. It comes with a Sno-way snow plow. It starts and drives great.”
1953 CJ-3B Camas, WA $7950
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/14/2023) This looks like a solid 3B.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/camas-1953-willys-cj-3b/7684413589.html
“1953 Willy’s cj-3b, F4-134 Hurricane engine, t90 3 speed transmission, Dana 18 transfer case, Dana 44 rear with Dana 30 in the front. Runs and drives great just had the carb rebuilt, Kay line army green soft top, 12v wiring system”
Year? CJ-5 Mahopac, NY $3300
November 30, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ5
John shared this CJ-5 with a Meyer-style half cab, a plow, and no paperwork. This one lacks the battery box lid (making it a 64 or later), but has a WILLYS tailgate (which was halted for 1963 models). My guess is that this is a mid-1960s CJ-5 to which someone added an older or replacement tailgate.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/322641823913824
“1955 to 1971 Civilian Jeep CJ5 4×4 For Sale!
No Paperwork, Bill of Sale Only. Frame & suspension in good condition. Brand new brakes, brake line, wheel cylinders, wheel bearings, and shocks. Body in fair condition. Cab and doors excellent condition. Power angle plow 100% functional. Re-Built carburetor. Motor and clutch strong runner”
1948 CJ-2A Dillon, MT $5500
November 30, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A
No title. Has some changes.
https://butte.craigslist.org/pts/d/dillon-1948-willys-jeep/7677332044.html
“1948 CJ2A Willys Jeep. Runs and drives. Has a different motor installed, carbureted v6. Has sat for a year after getting it to the house. Only have a bill of sale. Had planned for a build but lost interest. Too many other projects and needing the space. My loss is your gain. $5,500 obo Make an offer. Text preferred”
1944 MB? Scappoose, OR No Price
November 30, 2023 • CATEGORIES: MB
Seller appears to want a trade worth about $6k. Has an f-head, added tailgate, a 3B windshield, and a few other mods.
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bar/d/warren-1944-military-jeep/7687065315.html
“1944 Military Jeep. Runs and drives good. New carburetor, new radiator, new fuel pump, new brakes, new battery, transmission/transfer case rebuild. Has the “hurricane” motor from a cj3b, which is basically the same as the original “go devil” with a different head and 30 more hp. It’s wired up for easy flat tow (unhook the battery, hood the 4 plug) to use stock taillights.
Has island top and soft doors, but not normal top. It has a textured paint job to hide some of the flaws. Far from perfect but looks decent. Valuing the trade around $6000. Possible trades: boomsticks, samurai, car trailer, 12 valve cummins, 70s ford pickup, classic cars, classic bronco, snowmobile, ATV, UTV. Not interested in: major projects, things you grow, labor, or household items.”
CJ-5 Half and Full Cabs Townshend, VT $100
Glenn spotted this ad. Only pics of the doors, but there well could be value here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/647581787538332
“2 late 60s jeep cabs. One is a full closure that covers complete jeep, other is half that just covers driver and passenger”
Koenig Half Top for CJ-3B Missoula, MT $200
Looks like a good price.
https://missoula.craigslist.org/pts/d/missoula-willys-cj3b-half-top-top-only/7684537549.html
“Steel Koenig half top and doors. Glass good.”
1956 Truck Everett, WA $2000
November 30, 2023 • CATEGORIES: Willys Trucks
This may be worth a look. It’s a project.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/everett-1956-willys-truck/7691944459.html
“Work in progress, 1956 willy’s truck. 289 chevy straight 6 cylinder. Many new parts, still more to do. Retiring and moving from the area, can not take with me. Good for someone with time and space to finish.”
1951 CJ-3A Body w/Tag Darby, MT $700
November 30, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B
No good view of the floor condition. The windshield fits the Pentagon/Cab Enclosure tops.
https://missoula.craigslist.org/pts/d/darby-1951-willy-cab/7682692224.html
“All original 1951 willy cab, fender, hood, lights, guages, etc. Prefer not to sell any parts individually, $700 o.b.o. Shoot me a text four06five4foursix39eight”
1962? FJ-6 Colorado Springs, CO $1200
November 30, 2023 • CATEGORIES: FJ
This is pretty much a body and chassis. Not much else. Thanks to Blaine for sharing.
https://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/d/colorado-springs-1962-jeep-fj-fleet-van/7691304757.html
“For sale is one 1962 Jeep FJ-3 fleet van. The van was built for the US Postal Service. The vehicle is sold as salvage for parts or restoration. There is no engine, transmission and most of the interior has been stripped. No title. Included is the body, and both axles. The vehicle rolls and can be loaded on a trailer (I have a tow truck so it can be pulled onto your trailer”
1948 CJ-2A Rock Island, WA $8500
November 30, 2023 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/09/2023) I’m not sure if the driver’s side has body filler or uneven paint.
https://olympic.craigslist.org/atq/d/rock-island-1948-willys-jeep-c12a/7692307868.html
“1948 C12A
Willys Jeep
New tires and wheels
77 years old
Have more stuff
See pictures
Not texting
Not emailing
Please call”
Testimonials: Williams Brothers Engineers
UPDATE: This was first posted February 13, 2014.
The testimonial is good, but the picture less so.
Ford GPA Seep Model Canby, OR $200
Blaine spotted this cardboard-like model built to be a Ford GPA. The seller provides a variety notes related to it.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clc/clt/d/canby-model-vintage-1946-wwii-ford-gpa/7688459653.html
“Vintage model, World War II Ford GPA amphibious jeep, aka “seep”, built in 1946
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How unique is this?
A surviving BUILT WWII-era model … and not an airplane or boat.
And this model is hand-dated on the bottom: “DM Aug 13-14, 1946”.
It does not appear to be a Leddy (tires are different, also shorter and narrower), Mod-AC (longer than 7 inches), or RedYCut (longer than 7 3/4 inches) model.
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Super Jeep Crock Jug Promo Item $750
November 28, 2023 • CATEGORIES: Features
I’ve never documented one of these crock jugs, but there was a coffee cup with the same logo that was on eBay back in 2012.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/504222807022283/permalink/1516580865786467/
“SUPER JEEP crock jug very rare promotional item $750”
