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1942 Photo with Bantam BRC-60 at Cleveland Stadium on eBay

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Cool photo.

“1942 Press Photo U.S. Army on Peeps and Anti Tank Guns.”

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Photo of Woman and Jeep

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Alex found this unusual photo on a French website (no credit was give for the photo). He thought it a historical  re-enactement of the allied landing in Southern France in 1944. I think she might be photoshopped into the image (not sure). Certainly, the photo leaves little to the imagination.

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Photos of Peter Lowe’s Jeeps

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Peter shared photos of a few jeeps he used to own.

He writes, Enclosed several photos of Jeeps in the 1960’s which I thought might be of interest. Two of these were taken outside Metamet the Jeep dealers in Daleham mews London around 1966 at the time I was making regular trips for parts.

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The other photos show my first jeep CJG which I regrettably soon found out was more suitable as spares. It had at some time  been given some form of conversion and the body extended, the rear enclosed with planks ! An extra length towbar can be seen. This jeep was beyond ever getting being put back on the road so was soon disposed of.

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Cape Code Jeep Club Badge on eBay

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Probably not too vintage, but still an interesting piece.

“This Cap Cod Jeep Club Badge was removed from a 2004 Jeep Wrangler. It is in good used condition and is guaranteed to work as it should. Measures: Approx. 4″ (inches)”

http://www.ebay.com/itm/161756781924

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Pics from Charles

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Just a few updates today. Here are a mix of pics from Charles:

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1946 Press Photo of CJ-2A on eBay

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Marc spotted this one. Seller wants $50 for it.

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Kissing 10,000 Soldiers

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Nick shared this story. To boost the young recruits morale before going off to war 18 year old actor Marilyn Hare attempted to kiss 10,000 soldiers before they were shipped off to war during WWII.  Below are the pics that included a jeep. Here is the original site with more pics and information: http://imgur.com/gallery/V9aDZ.

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Las Vegas Jeep Club Plaque in Reno, NV **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $200.

Neat piece, but the price it nuts.

“Unusual solid aluminum Las Vegas Jeep Club license plate topper/ plaque. Measures: 9 1/8″ long X 5 1/4″ wide X 1/4 inch thick. Hole spacing is 3 3/8 X 5 1/8 inches. Sold in original, as found, condition —uncleaned and unpolished. Located in Reno. $200”

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Don Spots this MB in Colorado

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Don photographed this MB/GPW with some modifications. He seems to be feeding his jeep habit, that is when he isn’t enjoying motorcycles and food.

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MB & 2A Soft Top in VT $500

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It has a damaged edge, but still might be a good price.

“New in the box. Early military style convertible top w/ doors & hardware. Has small windows. B-Top. Kaki Green. Has 1 small damage spot at inside side window zipper. Not visible from outside. Small military style windows have been discontinued over 15 years. other than small spot(see photo) Beautiful shape. $500. Also, new front end parts, tie rods, belcranks & kits, knuckle wipers, s brake tubes, bearings & seals.”

http://nh.craigslist.org/pts/5107771632.html

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Don Shares a Couple More Jeeps from his Trip

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One his way through Cuba, New Mexico, Don stopped at a Mexican restaurant called the Cuban Cafe. He recommends the food. The owners are Margie and Bob. Margie drives a 1972 CJ-5 that belonged to her father.

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After Cuba, Don drove to the Durango, Colorado, area. He’s had his eye on this M-38, but the seller won’t sell it. The jeep continues to sit outside in the weather.

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1944 Photo of German Beach on eBay

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This show a couple of fallen soldiers next to the jeep.

“1944- Two American soldiers lied dead next to their Jeep that was struck by German machine gun fire during the Normandy invasion. Number on hood is clearly readable.”

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1942 Article about the Jeep Girls Safety Outfits

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The October 19, 1942, issue of the Toledo News published this article about the “Jeep Girls” new safety outfit.

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Mouse that Roared Movie Lobby Card

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Maury found this rare “Mouse that Roared” Peter Sellers’ movie lobby card. I remember watching and enjoying this years ago.

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CJ-2A at Larry Miller Dealership in Albuquerque

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Don will be spending the next month traveling through New Mexico and Colorado. Lucky for us, he’s watching for jeeps. He spotted this redone CJ-2A at a Larry H. Miller Jeep-Chrysler-Dodge Ram dealership in Albuquerque. I guess we’ll be stopping in there during our next visit!

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1970s Jeep for Aug 19th Photoshoot in Washington

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Paul Pulver is an art director assembling a team to do a photoshoot near Quincy, Washington, at Frenchman’s Coulee (not far from me). Most of his team his flying in from Pennsylvania. As he explains below, he’d like to rent a 1970s jeep from someone in the region for the photo shoot. He’s offering $1000 for the day plus a night in a motel for the jeep owner. The photoshoot is August 19th. If you are interested, contact Paul at paul.pulver@verizon.net, or give me a call at 610-517-5496. He’ll probably request a photo that shows the rear of the vehicle with its top removed.

His client wants a shot from behind towards the front of the vehicle with the models inside. An illusion of movement will be created, though the vehicle won’t be moving. Here are a couple of stock photos (though the second doesn’t show movement) that provide a flavor of what he’s been asked to produce. The photos below show a 1960s Ford Bronco:

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I mentioned that some people have had good experiences and some bad with photo shoot/movies. He explained, I’ve had too many experiences with directors and photographers asking models/talent to do stupid things. I don’t work with people like that. That won’t happen here — I promise you.

I also asked about why type of 1970s CJs or Full-Size Jeeps’ he was considering (and provided links as he’s not a jeep expert). Other than being a convertible, it could be anything from a Jeepster Command to  a CJ-5, CJ-6, CJ-7 or CJ-3B. I think a stock Bronco (as pictured above) or another vintage 4×4 from the sixties might also interest Paul.

Here’ s the email Paul sent with the details.

To introduce myself, my name is Paul Pulver. I work as an Art Director for Film and Television, and I’m currently working on a still photo shoot for The Vanguard Group (they’re a financial group that is marketing to employees at Google) that we’re going to be doing at Frenchman’s Coulee in Washington State.

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1965 Jeep Commercial Vehicles Sales Book

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This was on eBay. I bid on it for a while, but it got too rich for me. Finally sold for $199.35. Congrats to whomever won it!

“This is a original Willys Jeep Dealer Sales Catalog, the front page is dated 1965.  This is roughly 103 sheets of original brochures from Jeep and the Accessory Manufacturers in a three ring binder, making it about 206 pages of information.  The front cover says Government Sales.  It has the Jeep Universal and Cab Forward models along with all specifications and every approved accessory I could think of and a lot I would never have thought existed.  Some pretty interesting accessories from the expected winches, lockout hubs, PTO’s, Cabs, etc. to the unexpected like complete fire fighting units, agriculture equipment, street sweepers, camper shell, aftermarket bodies, wreckers and on and on.  The photos just show some of the pages, I used up all of the photos just showing some of the content.  It is used and out of dry storage in dry New Mexico so there is no mustiness to it.  The pages look like they have been used very little, however it is 50 years old so there is some expected shop wear from age, nothing real major that I could see.  I think the photos pretty much show the treasure trove of information in this book better than I can explain it.”

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1965-Willys-Jeep-Factory-CJ-DJ-FC-4WD-Commercial-Vehicles-Sales-Book-206-pg-/231599548237?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&nma=true&si=jI98a12Y4j8c%252Fc7pMHRA3y9%252Fito%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc

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1953 Article About New Jeep Uses

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The Toledo Blade published this story November 27, 1953. I wish the photos were better. Interestingly, the article doesn’t mention the Zamboni name at all.

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1945 Photo of Soldiers and Cows in Luxembourg on eBay

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Are they rounding up cattle or just clearing them out of the way?

“1945- U.S. 90th Division infantrymen round up cattle in Harlange, Luxembourg. Jeep is carrying German prisoner to a rear area enclosure.”

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1945 Photo of Ernie Pyle on eBay

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It’s not entirely clear, but this may be one of the last photos of Ernie Pyle before his death on April 18, 1945.

“1945 Press Photo Ernie Pyle Navy Department Jeep WWII Original 8×10 Pacific War”

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1951 Wagon Brochure with Cutout on eBay

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This is a cool wagon brochure.

“7 Reasons Why You Should Buy WILLYS America’s most Popular Station Wagon ORIGINAL, RARE, UNIQUE dealer sales leaflet. The Car is page one and when open you see the inside view of the car, really neat, nice piece. Measures 9 x 3.75. Form no. 2CM-SWC2-2-551-GG (Willys-Overland)”

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Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray Kansas City, MO **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $50.

It’s not perfect, but is a good price.

“Solid aluminum cigarette lighter. Lighter on the hood, cigarette holder under roof. Has attachable trailer that is an ashtray.

This item made by Ges-Gesch, a German company, & was made right after WWII & only sold on U.S. Army bases in Germany.

These aren’t real rare but seldom come on market because sought after by tobacco item collectors.
Trailer tires are missing but in good shape & still displays really well.”

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My 50th Birthday Cake

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I forgot to share a photo of my 50th birthday cake. Ann declared me ‘older than dirt’ and included some jeeps on it.

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1945 Photo of Ford GPA SEEP on ebay

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Marc spotted this great photo of an amphibious jeep.

“Amphibious Jeep – 41st – Italy – 3″ X 4 1/2″ – 1945 Original Photo
Size: Approximately 3″ X 4 1/2 ‘” Original Photo
This picture is from a group of pictures that where taken in Gioia, Italy in 1945″

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1944 Photo of Burma Jeep Train on ebay

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This was the first jeep train to go over a repaired bridge at Ledan Chaung. I suspect the first time over was nerve racking!

“Up for sale is an antique photograph featuring an army jeep on the Burma Railway. Condition is excellent overall; see photos for details.

The photo measures 5 inches by 4 inches.
Check out my store for many other great photographs!”

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