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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 .
Autoblog.com covered the story of a 1943 Willys MB being placed into an underground storage container.
http://www.autoblog.com/photos/1943-willys-mb-in-dealer-floor/#photo-3078072/
How about this unique box?
“This is a great wood cigar box made in the Philippines in Cebu which is one of the tiny islands that make up the Philippines.It originally had cigars and the inside lid has an logo/insignia that says Tabaqueria De Filipinas Inc.Flor De Filipinas Hecho A Mano 100% Tabaco.On the lid is carved Cebu Philippines and a colorful jeep which is their mode of transportation in the Philippines.It has beautiful gold tone hardware and is in good condition.There are 4 side inside that are removable I am not sure why that is.It is approx. 10″ long by 7 1/4″ deep by 2 1/4′ high.Please email me if any questions.”
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Neat old trophy.
“Jeep Hill Climb Trophy vintage Folk art off Road 4X4 award unique Willys CJ
One of a kind Art work Trophy. Plastic Jeep on top of a stand made of Wheel bearings and other Jeep parts.”
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No toy inside, the but the outside has some great art.
“Professional quality TrueReplica™ Box for the 7-inch version of the wind-up G.I. Joe Jouncing Jeep made by Unique Art”
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Archive.org has an interesting collection of Business Screen Magazines from 1944-1947. Reading through them was kind of interesting. I found a few jeeps, too.
https://archive.org/details/business1944screen1946ma6and7rich
Liberation of Paris
I thought this org chart was interesting as well.
Robin purchased this early Ford Pygmy photo off of eBay. The photo is dated 12/05/40.
The Union online newspaper published a father & son story by Ron Cherry about their restoration of a 1956 wagon. The end of the story was a bit unexpected.
http://www.theunion.com/entertainment/13514873-113/dad-jeep-body-wagon
Doug spotted this photo. It’s too bad there isn’t more jeep.
“Vintage Kodachrome Colorfax Transparency color slide. Early 1960’s. Some specks and dust. Nice picture of a car and airplane.”
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Joel Dunn wanted to share photos of Carson City Board of Tourism’s newly redone FJ-3.
He writes, “I wanted to share some pics of Jays 1961 FJ3 that Carson City purchased as a project to celebrate Nevada 10th birthday on October 31, 2014. Willy participated in the Las Vegas parade on Friday the 31st and then at the Nevada Day parade in Carson City on Saturday November 1st. Willy was the hit of both parades and will now start appearing at tourism, travel and hospitality shows a cross the Western United States. Soon to come is a killer sound system and LED monitors.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on ebay
This “Orders are to Seize All Reds” postcard is funny.
“For auction is a vintage comic postcard “Orders Are To Seize All Reds” featuring an image of two military men in a jeep. The postcard is also sent by a military officer free of postage dating 1943.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.
(06/09/2014) Just the box is for sale.
“Utility bed ONLY… No truck. 1962 Stahl utility box bed, From 1962 Jeep FC170. 4X9 between boxes. All doors latch but no key for locking. VERY HEAVY steel construction. good condition. ….http://youtu.be/rt6Oh_GbV-o“
This article about the creation of mobile border control searchlight jeeps was published in the April 1956 issue of Willys News. A similar article with additional photos appeared in the February 1956 issue of Globetrotter.
Steve forwarded this early video. I would never want that hand drill duty!
It appears the August 1946 issue of Fortune Magazine has an interesting Willys Overland article.
“This complete Fortune magazine is in really nice original condition. The cover has no edge tears or creases, but there is a scuff on the right and bottom edges. The lower left edge shows minor scuffs. The illustration is vivid against a clean background.
The spine has minor scuffs at the top and bottom. The magazine is still securely bound. As I thumb thru this magazine, the inside pages appear clean with no tears, creases or dog eared corners. The back cover has no edge tears or creases. The illustration is vivid against a nice and clean background.”
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No guarantee all the pieces are there.
“This is a nice vintage 1941-47 Tuco Picture Puzzle, “Willys “Jeep” Used in Attack”, 300-500 pieces. Tuco – “T” he “U” pson “Co”, was a subsidiary of the Upson Company that produced 3/16″ wallboard for home construction. Their puzzles originally sold for 69 cents, and are “extra thick” pieces made from their wallboard that were extremely popular. The company survived the depression by making puzzles on their wallboard when construction dwindled. Box is very good; pieces are excellent. Believe puzzle is complete; no odors or damage. Very nice, clean, estate item. See pics for details. Questions, please email. Will combine shipping on multiple items. International bidders please email before bidding to determine shipping costs. Good luck bidding!”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay at $390
Former dealership sign 55″ WIDE x 24″ TALL x 3″ DEEP.
Due to the weight & oversized packaging, this item can be packed & shipped FedEx or UPS, which means, we can make arrangments to pack & ship for you, and we will charge you whatever the costs are for packing & shipping to your location. We are using a third party shipper and just passing on the costs to you. and Sorry, we can not ship to a P.O. Box. However, this item is available for local pick-up in NY.
THIS WEEK ONLY, SPECIAL LOW STARTING BID, Bid Now!! First bid could WIN!!! Don’t miss out!!!
You will be bidding on a VERY HARD TO FIND VINTAGE ( We bet you don’t see these everyday. Here’s your chance at a rare piece of history. And it does look beautiful.):
IN GREAT AS PICTURED (Always see photographs for the best condition description, it’s that nice. Good luck.), UN-BENT, UN-RUSTED, UN-FADED, AND UN-ABUSED CONDITION, CLASSIC JEEP LOGO, AUTHENTIC DEALERSHIP ADVERTISING DISPLAY SIGN, HUGE EXTRA LARGE SIZE Approx. 55″ WIDE x 24″ TALL x 3″ DEEP, 3D HARD HEAVY PLASTIC AND MIRROR CHROME PLASTIC, ADVERTISING DISPLAY SIGN. EXTRA EXTRA HEAVY DUTY QUALITY. THE COLORS ON THIS ARE AMAZING!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** was on eBay.
This issue of the magazine ponders the jeep as a farming tool. The article is called “Someday We’ll Pu the Harness on the Jeep”, by Arnold Nicholson. You can see the article and imagines here.
This photo was from the May 1955 issue of Willys News. At first I thought these jeeps were involved in the annual jeep derby, but these are Sheriff’s Posse jeeps from Truth or Consequences, New Mexico.
This cartoon was published in the May 1955 issue of Willys News.
Merlin’s got a great report with photos of the 8th Annual Mason Dixon Willys Jeep Gathering. Check it out!
http://hansonmechanical.wordpress.com/2014/10/30/8th-annual-mason-dixon-willys-jeep-gathering/
Unfortunately, the caption has been removed from the back of this great photo.
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