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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.
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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 .
There is some value there.
“You are bidding on a 1963 Jeep CJ3B basket case.I bought the Jeep 2 years ago and lost interest in it.I cleaned the carb after i bought it and it ran fine.I would say I have at least 95% of parts.Its not perfect and is sold as is.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(02/11/2011) It has a rear PTO, but is still a bit of a project.
“this is my highhood jeep that is basicly a basket case i have over 90% of the stock parts that came off and will throw in lots of upgrade parts too.this thing is almost rust free you need to see to believe.it comes in pieces so i’m asking $2000 or would like to trade for a 64-66 chevy truck or suburban.i know its worth more but here it is lets make a deal.i’m at itsan8@hotmail.com”
http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/cto/2522018490.html
This looks like a pretty rig.
“This is a custom 1953 Willy’s CJ3B High Hood Jeep. It has a Buick V6 engine in it. Extras / Custom items include the following: Headers, Dual Exhaust 35 ” Tires, Power Steering, Custom Stereo with CD Changer and sub box, Custom Gauges, Stainless Steel Hood, Windshield Frame and rear panels, Hitch, Lift and much much more!! This Jeep is one of a kind!! Also has CA, personalized plate “52WLLYS” . Please feel free to contact me with any questions. I am very Motivated to sell and will consider all offers!!”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/2509144185.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(09/12/2010) This has gone through some modifications.
“Toyota Land Cruiser Frame and Running gear; 1971 Ford Bronco 302 Engine; 1971 Ford Bronco C4 Transmission; Ford Power Steering Pump; Chevy Power Steering Box; Tire Mounted on rear Matches with Extra Front Hub
Extra Parts; Complete Front Drive; Both Rear Axles; Set of springs; Set of Metal Doors; Left front Fender; Both Rear Drums & Backing Plates; Rear Brat Seats; Front Window Frame; Bikini top; Hood; $3000 OBO Call Mike at 509-308-5970.”
http://yakima.craigslist.org/cto/2517681609.html
UPDATE: Was $10,900. **SOLD**
(06/23/2011) For the price there really ought to be a front bumper.
“This Jeep was painting the last year in bright red, had original engine, low miles 72,264 , exelence condition, also we have the bikini linein tan color . We are second owner. This jeep is under cover garage only and we are the second owner around 9 years. If you would like appoinment to see our Jeep.”
UPDATE: Back on eBay
(05/18/2011) This has a solid looking roll cage. It also has a CJ-2A windshield, which means that cage is unusually tall, so the average top probably won’t work on it.
“I’m not sure where to start. I have owned this Jeep since 1998 and I have rebuilt or replaced just about every part on it over the years. THIS IS NOT A PROJECT Jeep, it is turn key and ready to go wheeling. Here are the main points:
-Rebuilt stock F-head engine, head rebuilt and decked, replaced rings but they didn’t seat well so it smokes. Currently running a progressive 2BBL Weber carb with cable throttle. Has manual hand throttle for crawling.
-Stock axles front and rear, 5.38 gears, front has been completely rebuilt with new R&P, axles, bearings, 2.5″x11″ brakes from 1976 Wagoneer, rear has Lock-Right Locker, new 10-spline axles & seals and 2″x9″ brakes from the front.
-Stock rebuilt transmission, transfer case and drive shafts, rebuilt clutch; shifts smooth, no grinding, no noise but drips a little.
-Upgraded master cylinder to a dual reservoir unit from a ’63 Caddy, all new brake hoses, stock parking brake was gone so I installed a Micro-lock to pass Tech inspection.
-I added a late model GM power steering box and pump with a cooler. Frame was completely boxed in front and new crossmember fabricated. All new tie rod ends, HD drag link, u-joint steering shaft, steers with one finger!
-Six point roll cage, rock sliders, reclining seats from an ’03 Jeep, dual spare Jerry cans, replacement plastic gas tank in stock location, swing away spare tire mount, stock wheels with reinforced centers. Tires are 32×11.50R15LT and are almost new.
-All wiring was replaced with a complete fuse box and harness from a mid ’70s GM sedan so all lights work, 12V alternator, has emergency flashers, electric fan, mechanical SW gauges and even a working horn.
-Front leaf springs are longer for more droop, all four spring mounting plates are reinforced and have slider plates to protect the oversized U-bolts.
-The windshield is from an earlier Willys but I have a cut-down 2A windshield frame I will throw in that I bought on E-Bay a few years back.
This Jeep has done most of the trails in Big Bear, CA, including The John Bull both directions, Odessa and Doran Canyons in Calico, Cleghorn (before it was closed), Truckhaven, the Panamints, Death Valley and more. I have had minor issues but it has never left me stranded on the trail. It currently has one locking hub in front and one stock drive flange because I broke a hub last time out. Either replace the hub or I have the other stock drive flange.
It comes with spare front axle shafts, the stock carb and linkage, spare u-joints, tierod ends and whatever I have stashed in the garage that came on it. I have clear California title in hand. Take a close look at the photos and if I have missed something please ask. The Jeep is located about 20min east of Pasadena, CA. Delivery is possible but we will need to work that out in advance.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2100.
It looks like the passenger side entrance has been modified.
“Body in fair shape. Needs TLC.”
UPDATE: Price bumpbed to $6900
(09/14/2010) This looks like a sweet CJ-3B.
“CJ3B “High Hood” Jeep. Jeep was completly and fully restored in 1997 including motor and complete driveline. New wiring and electric system. 12 volt systerm. Orginal seats reupholstered in white. New white soft top. Original wheels powder coated white. Good tires, classic white walls with mud tread. Was orginaly a Nebraska jeep. Needs nothing, garage kept.”
http://lancaster.craigslist.org/cto/2510344679.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $900
(06/23/2011) Here’s a parts jeep.
“Selling project jeep”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4995. Now for sale here:
(11/09/09) “The original high hood Willys Overland “Jeep” universal in excellent original condition. This is not one of those old jeeps that has been ruined by installing a v-8. these were not made to go fast, they were made to go anywhere! Original F-134 4 cyl. engine with oil bath air cleaner. Rebuilt running gear inc. complete engine/transfer case rebuild, new clutch & brakes, upgraded to 12 v alternator. New fuel pump, regulator, solenoid and re-built original starter. Extras include Warn PTO winch, roll bar, soft top & rear bench seat. Clean in and out, no rust, never wrecked. Must see to appreciate. I’ve owned it for over 30 years and got it from my Grandfather so I can tell you it’s entire history.”
I’m guessing this only runs downhill? Look up ‘rat’s nest’ and you will see the pic on the lower right.
“Tall Hood
283 Small Block W/ OD
OBO
970-778-2305”
http://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/2504221325.html
This looks like a great price as it includes an overdrive.
“1959 Willys 3-B Jeep- good condition, 11″ brakes, overdrive (vary rare), new tires and seats, full cage and oversized fuel tank. $3,500 cash-no trades”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/scz/cto/2498068960.html
The body is supposed to be in good shape.
“1954 Willy,s CJ3B. Original, complete, does not run. No top. Spun a rod bearing about 10 years ago and has set since. Head is pulled, but all parts there for the original 4 cylinder engine. Brakes shot, needs brake and wheel cylinders. Transmission worked when it was running, but will not shift now as there was no trans boot. No PTO or winch. Now the good. The body is in decent shape for the age has some typical rust and older repairs It has 5:38 gears from the factory. Comes with a front tow bar, but probably should be trailed home. 3 tires hold air, the 4th will long enough to get it loaded. I will provide a bill of sale and the original title that I never submitted to the state to get transferred. I will include a original repair manual. I have to many projects and will never get to this one. A good project jeep for less than the price of a replacement tub. $1000.00 cash firm. Located in Chanute, Ks. Call 620-212-3205”
http://tulsa.craigslist.org/cto/2495606702.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This is a project, but there is some value. It has a PTO. Has a Kelly hardtop.
“I dont know much about willys jeeps , the man I got it from said everything works like it should . It started smoking and he took the head off the engine and lost interest in fixing it . It has been about 2 months since it has been cranked and when he tore the engine down . The jeep is very clean for its age and has a hard top with doors . All the glass is good and unbroken except for the windshield , which has a large crack down the center of it. The tires look to be very new and excellent shape with very deep lugs on the thread. It has a tow bar on the front end and a bumper with place to put a trailer ball on the rear . Would make a excellent hunting jeep or a great restoration peice . I am unsure of the exact year model , I was told it is a cilivian jeep not a military jeep. Has high and low range transfer-case and four wheel drive . Does have some rust , mainly the drivers floor board next to the door . It is painted camo all over with leave print on it . Jeep is for sale as-is , where-is , and I am not promising anything . I have described it to the best of my knowledge . It has warn lock-in lock-out hubs . The exhaust system looks to be recently replaced . The doors , back hatch and tail-gate open and shut as they should . Has seats that flip up in the middle to access the back . No rear seat . All parts to the engine are inside the Jeep , including the carburator .”
This looks like a nice, well cared for rig.
“I owned this Willys for 38 years and have kept it up but have not ran it for sometime. I put it in storage.but now am ready to sell. The color of the New Omix-ADA Body Kit was painted Ford Fire Red Pearl Metalic Base Coat ,Clear Coat ,Put together with lots of Stainless Steel bolts as well as Stainless Steel Front and Rear Bumpers,New Chrome Wheels with New 31x 10.50 Tires,There is a Reverse shackle Kit on Front along with Power Steering,It has Classic license plates, It is powered with a 225 Dauntless V6 Engine that runs well,It has the 2 lever transfer case that I had the machine shop build to bolt on to the T14 transmission.There is no front drive shaft. I never needed one because I ran it in the summer on dry days only, Never saw any dirt or mud roads.The Horn dosen”t work and the transmission pops out of reverse. I have a used replacement T14 Transmission for it just never had it checked and put in. The milage on the spedometer reads 85558 but this is an orignal replacement I bought off ebay.Even though this Willys is in great shape for the year. It is Sold as is. No shipping must be picked up.If you are the Lucky winner please put $500.00 in my Pay Pal 3 days of auction end, Bring the rest when you pick up. Thank you for looking at my auction.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
This looks good, though I’m not a fan of the side mirror.
“Really straight and clean jeep. Has the overhead valve engine and it runs very good. Has a set of doors that come with it. The only thing it might need is a better set of tires”
UPDATE: Was on eBay **SOLD**
It also appears to have a special plaque, which I assume is related to it’s former life as a fire department jeep.
“My 1955 Willys Jeep 4X4… Former Chicago Fire Dept Vehicle, always stored inside, original condition, motor rebuilt, new carb., and lots of other new parts… New tires, top a few years old, interior very nice, I have a new battery as the old one is weak… I am selling my little blue baby because I was in a Traffic Accident & broke my Back, my Pelvis, suffered Severe Head Trauma & Whiplash caused by hitting a car that made a left hand turn in front of us, we were traveling at 40 MPH, I was a passenger & my Airbag DID-NOT Deploy… The Jeep has been stored in my garage for 2 years & I can no longer drive it due to the accident… I DO-NOT have to give it away, I don’t need the money & have a 21 year old Son that would love to have it… Come take a look, it is being sold as-is, as-shown, ask questions, NO_RESERVE – the HIGH BIDDER wins!!! I will consider all reasonable offers, LOW BALL offers will be ignored…… The Jeep has always been well maintained & kept inside, it has normal wear for a 56 yr. old vehicle, and very little rust, good original condition, easy restoration, or drive/use as-is, please come take a look… The battery in the Jeep is very weak, I do have a Brand New Battery, but, I can-not put it in the jeep due to the injuries I received in the accident, so it isn’t running to test drive at this time, you are welcome to call & set a time/day to take a look.”
A 3500lb winch seems a bit light.
“This is a great toy, 1953 Willys CJ3B in good shape. Runs great, rebuilt V-6 Buick has less than 1000 miles. 3500 lb winch, good tires, and jump seats. $4000.00 OBO
Call Terry 303 886-5975 Phone calls only no emails.”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/2487509246.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
(05/20/2011) This is a nice looking CJ-3B.
“VEHICLE TITLE CLEAR, BODY TYPE- OPEN, ENGINE 1998 GM 350. TRANSMITTION- T90 3 SPEED, NOVAEK ADAPTER SYSTEM. METAL TUB SANDBLASTED, PANELS REPLACED, NEW STEPS. ENGINE- REBUILT 350 STANDARD BORE AND CRANK. TRANSMITTION- REBUILT T 90 AND REBUILT WARN OVERDRIVE.12 VOLO SYSTEM, NEW WIRING HARNESS, GAUGES INCLUDING TACOMETER, GAS TANK AND GAUGE, NEW SWING BRAKE AND HYDRAULIC CLUTCH PEDAL, EMERGENCY BRAKE FOOT PEDAL, GMC STERRING COLUMN AND GEAR, POWER BRAKE BOOSTER AND COMPLETE NEW BRAKING SYSTEM, LINES, PADS, CYLINDERS, CUSTOM DUEL ALUMINIZED EXHAUST SYSTEM, JET COATED EXAUST MANAFOLD, ALUMIINUM ENTAKE AND NEW 4 BARRELL CARBURATOR, POWER STEERING, 4 NEW SHOCKS, NEW WINDSHIELD-RUBBER AND GLASS”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $650.
“1946 Willys jeep, runs, smokes a little, & no brakes… Has extra parts. ”
What are those things on the back bumper?
“1954 willys jeep CJ3B high top
this has a small block Chevy V8 fitted and matched up to I believe the original Transmission,
it also has one of the most substantial hard top I have seen, its a solid jeep and looks grate,it also as you can see has tow frame I haven’t heard it run but was told it drove to where I picked it up from, I have no reason to believe it has any major problems it doesn’t have any brakes at the moment probably down to being stood $3,750 call
406 250 7003 or email me but please put some thing in the email relating to flathead lake for me to respond thanks”
http://montana.craigslist.org/cto/2488911863.html
This is a project.
“You are bidding on a 1953 WILLYS JEEP MODEL 3 B restoration project.Restoration started but lost interest due to other interests.In need of total restoration.It is missing parts. New sheet metal welded in the floors and some body work started.There is no title and it doesnt run but the engine is free and turns over.Please contact me for more information before you bid and I will be happy to answer any questions you may have.You must pick up here and payment must be made in full upon delivery.This is being sold as a non-running as is as shown vehicle so once again make sure you inquire before you bid.Good lucl bidding and have a great day.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
“Very good working Willys jeep. Original F134 engine was overhauled and runs strong. mechanically sound. Body has very little rust and no bondo repairs. Also listing a 1964 CJ5 and a 1946 CJ2A.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
(11/19/2010) Looks good. Note the early CJ-5 gauge configuration was added and the gauges moved to over the steering wheel.
“Details:
1959 Willys CJ3B (Title says 1960, but serial numbers state 1959)
original drive train
Warn Overdrive
lock-out hubs
rear hitch
front tow-bar
AGR Power Steering
Chevy 229 V6
tilt steering wheel
heater
1” rancho suspension
12 volt electrical
replacement steel body, hood, fenders, tail gate
original WILLYS stamped grill
roll-bar
after market front seats (Mitsubishi ?)
rear seat
soft-top
bikini top
ET aluminum rims
Cooper 31×10.50×15 tires
maintenance manual”
UPDATE: Price now $2500
(04/08/2011) It’s all original, except for the left front tire . . . And, the electrical system, the front bumper, the grille parking lights, the passenger seat, and on and on . . .
“Very old model Willys.
Original Everything minus the front left tire.
Missing title, information plate, & electrical system.
Engine frame and most of body is solid.
Not much to it. Very bare bones.
Will need work but its an incredibly simple system and parts are available online.
The guy I bought it from hot-wired it and with a rigged up gas tank had it idling.
Willing to part with it for a good price so make your offer.”
http://asheville.craigslist.org/cto/2470712905.html
