Neat photo.
“A vintage 1940’s wire photo depicting a Jeep performing non combat duties in England as it pulls farm equipment for British farmers. Original press stamp and caption with date are on the verso.”
Neat photo.
“A vintage 1940’s wire photo depicting a Jeep performing non combat duties in England as it pulls farm equipment for British farmers. Original press stamp and caption with date are on the verso.”
This article from the June 1955 issue of Willys News shares the brief story of Frank Tolbert’s 5,000 mile trip around the state of Texas. Accompanying Frank were Frank, Jr., and a CJ-5 then named Lola.
I have found a series of articles published over successive weeks in the Dallas Morning News about their trip. However, I have to sign up and pay a fee to use it. Anyone have free access? I would like to see what the article say before having to buy anything.
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UPDATE: These photos were on eBay.
Here are a few rare photos of a Mobile Classroom Wagon setup.
1 ” This is an original press photo. Inspect Mobile ClassroomPhoto measures 7.25 x 9.25inches. Photo is dated 09-30-1954.”
2. Interior shot. “1954 Press Photo Col. B.B. Matteur and Gerald Winfield look over Willys”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $450.
Something different.
“made with 1” sawmill oak. it is 4′ long, 21” wide, and 20” tall. located in ball ground, ga. one hour north of atlanta. local pickup only. cash only. no text, message or e-mail, please call.”
I have tried to do some searches for United Nation jeeps, but never had much luck. Apparently, Charles had much more luck. I would expect that most, if not all of these, are Hotchkiss made.
Cam forwarded this Christmas cover from the December 1943 issue of Army Motors to get us in the right mood.
John picked up these 5 FCs the other day out of Canandaigua, New York. You might remember these for sale last month.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $200.
Not too vintage, but perfect for a Budweiser lover.
“This is a “Custom” made Budweiser Jeep Neon. Neon is in good condition. Measures approx. 28in by 29in”
Last month I learned about Paul Bruno’s new book, The First Jeep. “The First Jeep” is the initial release in Bruno’s Project Management in History series which will continue to investigate the entrepreneurial lessons that can be learned from compelling historical projects.
I’d planned to read it and report on it, but my time this month has disappeared (where did it go??), so I haven’t had a chance to read it yet. However, I wanted to make sure I mentioned the book in case anyone wanted to order it. As soon as I get done reading it, I’ll update the post with my thoughts. I have thumbed through it and learned that it’s got both early jeep history coupled with a parallel discussion of lessons to be learned form Bantam’s experience.
Project Management in History: The First Jeep (Project Management in History Series) (Volume 1)
Mike forwarded this interesting video. You may remember the post last month about the jeep that was ‘buried’. It turns out the dealer has a much broader and interesting story. Due to the tight dealer competition, Bay King Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram has chosen to create a unique customer experience to differentiate themselves from their Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, competitors. As my wife put it, many dealerships you walk into give you the predator/prey feeling. Bay King’s approach will appeal to a lot of folks.
The slow paced video includes a look at the jeep burial as well.
This article from the May 1955 issue of Willys News discusses the ‘new’ Jeep Vehicles and Equipment Cut Costs and Get More Work Done brochure. I’ve included some screen shots from the actual brochure.
This is just the article for sale, but it’s cheaper than the whole magazine (when you can find it). You can view the whole article here: http://www.ewillys.com/2014/11/15/1946-fortune-article-on-willys-overland/
What I liked about this were the groups that were being welcomed. You had the Week-n-ders, Pretzel Benders, Jersey Up & Go-ers, and others.
“UNSENT. IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. OFFERING VERY INEXPENSIVE SHIPPING RATES FOR MULTIPLE PURCHASES OF ALL CARDS (Send me a message if you have questions about obtaining a discount on shipping for multiple purchases).”
An April 1956 article in Willys News showed two disc-jockeys using their radio show to promote the new Jeep dJ-3A Dispatcher in Indianapolis, Indiana.
This is a circa 1949 delivery panel wagon brochure marked PDCM1-3CM-949 that highlights the advantages of a Willys Panel Delivery Jeep. It’s a brochure that could act as a mailing brochure as well. What makes the brochure’s design a little unusual is that the first ‘fold’ is vertical, rather than horizontal, making it 17″ by 5.5″ when first unfolded.
If folded, this was the 8.5″ by 5.5″ front page:
When unfolded, this makes a 17″ x 5.5″ graphic:
If unfolded all the way, this 17″ x 11″ complete foldout:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was auctioned.
“DETAILS: F-HEAD ENGINE, RAN LAST FALL, NEEDS CARB KIT PER SELLER, NO BRAKES, SUV SELLS WITH CLEAR WI TITLE, ALL TITLE WORK WILL BE PROCESSED AT THE BALDWIN LOCATION,”
A service station merchandising contest in 1955 was sponsored by the B.F. Goodrich company. Six cream, blue and red CJ-5s were given away as prizes. The article was published in the May 1955 issue of Willys News.
This February 1961 mailing brochure marked Form No. DM61-02 highlights the advantages of a jeep. This particular brochure has some wear and a stain, so isn’t an ideal example.
If folded, this was the 8.5″ by 5.5″ front page:
The 8.5″ x 11″ interior: If unfolded all the way, this 17″ x 11″ complete foldout:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Curious that the pneumatic jeeps had the tool indents on the passenger side. I believe this photo has been reproduced backward. You can see an example of how it appeared in print in the St. Petersburg Times.
“1945 Press Photo The pneumatic jeep, used as decoy during war”
In some cases jeeps were put inside dummy tanks. Here’s a great photo showing a ‘tank’ being dropped onto a jeep.
This is another of a series of Ford GP photos from Lake Geneva.
“You are bidding on an original press photo of WWII Jeep Hauling Hay Trailer Lake Geneva WI Farm. Photo measures 7 x 9 inches and is dated 1/20/1944.”
Brady Leetch shared his recent build. It’s got a great flat fender / scrambler feel to it. The snow is a nice touch, too. You might remember one of Brady’s other builds, this blue low-rider jeep.
There were several articles that made the June 1955 issue of Willys News worth purchasing, even if the price was higher than I wanted. Case in point is the gravity dump box idea below. Perhaps someone can recreate this rare mod?
I may not be able to read this brochure from Sweden, but I like the pictures :-). I guess no one else on eBay could read it either, which is why I got it for next to nothing.