This 1966 Photo shows a jeep promoting Bob Martin for Commissioner!
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Bantam BRC-60 Photo **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Here’s a Bantam photo that I’ve never seen on the web.
“1942 Press Photo United States Army Midget Car by American Bantam Car Co.”
1944 Jeeps A Dog for Defense Book **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
I doubt there are many jeeps in this book, but it’s an unusual bit of WWII memorabilia.
“RARE 1ST EDITION 1944 “JEEPS – A DOG FOR DEFENSE” BY SYLVESTRE C. WATKINS
IN EXCELLENT, VINTAGE CONDITION (AS SHOWN). DUST JACKET HAS SOME SHELF WEAR ON TOP.
INTERIOR IN EXCELLENT CONDITION.
WILCOX & FOLLETT CO, CHICAGO. 1944.
*OFFERS WELCOME*
BID WITH CONFIDENCE. EMAIL ME FOR DETAILED PHOTOS”
1975 Chuck Wagon Toy on eBay
Interesting little toy, but somehow the shipping costs one and a half times the cost of the jeep??? Why pay for expedited shipping?
“HERE IS AN AWESOME 1975 CHUCK WAGON JEEP IN SUPER CONDITION IT IS 100% COMPLETE ALL PIECES ARE IN EXCELLENT SHAPE THE STICKER DECALS WERE ALREADY PLACED ON THE TOYS THE BOX IS IMMACULATE AND THE TRUCK SWEET NEEDS A BIT OF DUSTING OFF AND 1 HEADLIGHT DECAL IS LIFTING A BIT PERFECT SIZE FOR USING WITH BIG JIM, G.I. JOE, ETC”
Ads from a 1942 Motor Magazine on eBay
This October 1942 Motor Magazine has a few different ads with jeeps.
“MAGNIFICENT, RARE, AUTHENTIC, ORIGINAL, VINTAGE, HUGE, OVERSIZED, COMPLETE WORLD WAR II ERA ISSUE OF “MOTOR” MAGAZINE FROM OCTOBER 1942! See all 12 images below including some close-ups AND see the 12-inch ruler in images for size perspective! Measures a HUGE 10.5″ X 13.5″ and has a PHENOMENAL 240 pages including the semi-stiff covers! VINTAGE “MOTOR” MAGAZINES OF THIS ERA ARE TYPICALLY LOADED with photographs, illustrations, artistic renderings, stories, features, AND articles related to automobiles of all kinds, motor cars, NEW CARS, the latest trends of the automotive industry, manufacturer information, mechanical data, and other subjects related to motors and motoring, AND more – HOWEVER, while this issue does include many auto-related features it is primarily focused on the home-front war effort and the invaluable contribution of the USA auto makers and automotive industry towards winning the war! COMPLETELY JAMMED with some incredible 1942 patriotic and WAR-RELATED advertisements INCLUDING MANY FULL-PAGE ADS, showing tanks, aircraft, trucks, jeeps, ammunition, AND much more! SCARCE IN ANY CONDITION – RARE AND VERY HARD TO FIND THIS NICE – Complete and intact; ”
Jeep Identification Chart on eBay
UPDATE: Strangely, the ad has disappeared entirely from ebay, replaced by a server error. It may very well still be for sale, but, despite my efforts to search for it on eBay, it is currently unavailable.
Here’s another ID chart for sale on eBay.
” 29 x 23..acme jeep identification chart..
small signs of wear..no holes..
please feel free to ask any questions..
thanks for taking the time to look.. ”
Photos from the Willys Summer Reunion
Bob Christy reports the 2014 Summer Willys Reunion went well. Here are some photos from last weekend’s event. You can see all the photos here:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/zh1cdyrf2nyapg7/AABmKDxp5rgRhqg__xmax3D5a?dl=0
1959 Photo of Jeep Caravan on eBay
1943 Photo of a Jeep on ‘Monty’s Highway’ on ebay
Photos From Charles
WWII Pin from the Netherlands on eBay
Joe forwarded this unusual pin story. Anyone familiar with it?
“Handmade
This unique ww2 jeep brooch is handmade in ww2 by hiders (refugees from the Nazi) in The Netherlands.
The production took place in secret in a factory in De Meern, a small Dutch place. The same factory where the first laundry pegs with an iron spring were produced. The owners operated in the resistance working together with The Allied Forces.
Production history
Many hiders worked in this factory. An underground was available, where they could hide in case of danger and where the brooches were stored. All metal pieces of the jeep brooch were made at the metal department. The owner’s mother transported these pieces in secret to hiders in the environment. They soldered the pieces together for a small amount of money.
These hiders had little to do, due to their circumstances. ‘Putting the jeeps together’ was a useful spending of time while waiting for their liberation by the Allied Forces.
The brooches got lightly silver or gold plated afterwards but it is not known where this was done. It was the hiders’ goal to sell these jeep brooches during the liberation days for a combination of remembering, celebration and rebuilding purposes.
They did not sell them all
It happened that they did not sell them all. Family of the factory owner recently discovered some of these brooches. I wish you a happy wearing.
And please think of the hiders, the veterans, the Allied Forces and your freedom now and than. In this way the brooch gets a good destination. And the hiders realize their goal at last, despite some delay…”
Another First for Willys Overland!
This article from the July 1947 issue of WO Sales News describes Willys Overland’s launch of the 4WD Truck.
War Bride Card
1946 Photo of Driver and His Damaged Jeep on eBay
It’s a bad day when you get knocked from your jeep then have to chase it a couple blocks.
“This is an original press photo. Pvt Wayne Gingery, Army Jeep driver sits besides his steed after catching up with it after it collided with another jeep in Chicago, Ill.Photo measures 9 x 7.25inches. Photo is dated 06-11-1946.”
1977 Photo of Louis Larson on eBay
This story is interesting. Larson was involved in starting a jeep club in the mid 1960s. Apparently, manufacturers threatened to cut off warranties for any vehicles that entered a club. I’d never heard that.
“1977 LOUIS LARSON Next to his New 4 Wheel Drive Jeep he Built Press Photo”
FCs and Trucks in Woodbury, CT $4500
UPDATE: Ted’s got an updates on Bill’s FC truck collection. Bill will sell the collection for $4500. Both Ted and Chris have seen the collection and report below in the comments. Sounds like a good deal.
Here’s one photo. See all of them here: http://www.thestreetpeep.com/2013/04/willys-jeep-forward-control-stockpile.html
Rube Goldberg Illustrated Jeep
I found this illustration of a Rube Goldberg (yes, of the Rube Goldberg machines) drawn jeep from the September 1946 issue of Mechanix Magazine. I’m not quite sure what the UNO on the grille means.
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1945 Photo of Johnny Price in new CJ-2A **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Steve found this cool photo. It shows Milwaukee Brewer outfielder Johnny Price putting on a pre-game exhibition of catching balls using a jeep. The local dealer, Laurel C. Worman, arranged the event.
“This is an original press photo. Photo measures 10 x 8.25inches. Photo is dated 08-17-1945.”
1958 Photo of M-38A1C and Helicopter on eBay
Marc forwarded this article and photo that highlights the use of helicopters with jeeps.
Box Only: Hotchkiss Model Recovery Jeep on eBay
2014 PNW4WDA Summer Convention
On Saturday I drove over to Seattle via Hwy 20 to Ethyl, Washington, where the Pacific Northwest Four Wheel Drive Association was holding the 2014 Summer Convention. While there, I got a chance to talk with both Herm and Marty Tilford, but spent most of the time taking photos. Turns out I could have used my wife’s help with properly setting the shutter speed. I did get a few good photos though.
On Sunday I got a chance to meet with Cody. A retired Marine Commander (hope I got that rank right), he’s a ball of energy who shared some great stories and insights. Though he doesn’t own a jeep yet, he’s been considering the purchase of one and has been reading eWillys to learn about them. Most of the year he lives in Taiwan, but is currently in the U.S. helping out family. He’s led an interesting life and we had a great chat.
Unfortunately, instead of spending Monday working on the jeep, I spent it not feeling well. So, I may return to Pasco on Tuesday for my wife to dote on me (hopefully).
Here are the pics from Summer Convention. The first two show’s Marty’s jeep just after the tire blew and his front driveline coupler broke (see it on the floor).
Photo of Slat Grille MB with Soldiers on eBay
I wonder who “Pat” was and whether she was impressed with the jeep’s name? Looks like the photo was taken in December of 1943.
“Orginal WW2 pictures of soldiers posing in their Jeep French Morroco”
Container Jeep Juice on eBay
Jeep Juice? Anyone ever used this? It comes with several other cans of stuff.
“3 VINTAGE CANS TEXACO RADIATOR FLUSH, JEEP JUICE & TURTLE WAX. HIGH BIDDER GETS ALL 3. SEE PICTURES.”
Jeep used as Horse Jump at Aspen Farms
Termaine forwarded these photos of a horse jumping a jeep. The jeep jump is located at Aspen Farms in Yelm, WA. The jeeps makes a couple appearances on Aspen Farms Facebook Page.
Unusual Cartoon – Postcard