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Happy Valentines Day 2014

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Searching for vintage Valentine Cards on eBay, I stumbled across this one that cracked me up. It’s not a jeep, but it seems appropriate for my wife (a former weapons specialist). It’s probably a better one than the card I got her (which I kind of got myself, since it will go back into my folders . . .lol . . . don’t worry, I’ll make it up to her).

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Ted’s Girls on his Plow Jeeps

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Ted Jordan shared this cute photo of his girls on his 3B plow jeep. I bet those jeeps have been busy this year! The second photo shows a truck trapped by the snow.

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Roger W. Hofheins’ Aqua Cheetah

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Thanks to several readers who alerted me to some Ford GPA photos on eBay. After closer inspection (and a little studying) I learned this is not a SEEP and not built on the jeep chassis, but rather a vehicle called the Aqua Chetah built on a half-ton chassis and called a G552.

According to this Australian website, Roger W. Hofheins approached the US Military just prior to the US involvement in WWII about building an amphibious assault vehicle. Hofheins proceeded to create some designs and the Amphibian Car Corporation built them. According to Amphibiousvehicles.com, only four prototypes were built utilizing three different designs. As you can see in the photos below, its smooth front and cowl are quite a bit different than the GPAs.  Its side profile isn’t as refined either.

There’s a neat video of one being tested in 1942 in Holabird, MD: http://www.criticalpast.com/video/65675068957_aqua-cheetah_moves-in-water_moves-on-a-road_a-sea-jeep

The Amphibian Car Co. was based in Buffalo, New York. At the Buffalo & Erie County Library is an eight page book published by the company. According to World Cat, there are also some archive information, including a newspaper article from 1941. If anyone has some time, it might be interesting to see what’s there.

1) First Photo for sale. View all the information on eBay

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2) Second photo for sale. View all the information on eBay

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3) Third photo for sale. View all the information on eBay:

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More links, photos and information:

  1. Video: http://www.criticalpast.com/video/65675068957_aqua-cheetah_moves-in-water_moves-on-a-road_a-sea-jeep
  2. Amphibious Vehicles Website: http://www.amphibiousvehicle.net/amphi/Ao_Az.html
  3. The book Camp Edwards and Otis Air Force Base has some photos and information.
  4. The G503 site has a picture of one prototype being moved that was originally posted at photobucket.
  5. This site from the Netherlands has more information: http://forum.ktr.nl/index.php?topic=235.0
  6. Rotorua Duck Tours: http://www.rotoruaducktours.co.nz/dukw-history
 
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Yipao News on the BBC

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Bruce spotted this article on the BBC about Colombia’s Yipao Celebration. More pics at the website.

http://www.bbc.com/autos/story/20140211-little-jeeps-big-wheelies

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Hawaiian Jeep Shirt Size Large on eBay

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Perfect for your next trip to Hawaii! This one is tempting. It’s just unusual enough . . . It reminds me of my Ford GP shirt.

“TORI RICHARD Rare Vintage Safari Jeep Lion Puma Mens Hawaiian Camp Shirt L
Short Sleeve – Button Down
Material: 100% Rayon
Color: Green, Brown, White, Other
1 Pocket on the chest
Care instructions: Machine washable
Pre-owned and in Very good to Excellent condition
Measurements were taken while laying flat – Approximate
Tag Size: L
Chest armpit to armpit: 25″
Length collar seam to bottom seam: 30.5″
Please see photos for more details
Comes from a smoke free environment”

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Vintage Photo of Woman Carried to Jeep on eBay

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I suspect this couple was just married. You can’t say this woman didn’t know what she was getting herself into! Also, due to popular demand, I’ve added a “Women and Jeeps” Category.

View all the information on eBay

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1957 Photo of Woman with Dog and Jeep

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay

Here’s another photo of a woman and a jeep.

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1970s CJ-5ish T-Shirt Transfer on eBay

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This screams 1970s!

“VINTAGE 1970’s JEEP “TOP OF THE HEAP”
IRON ON T SHIRT TRANSFER
THIS IS A VERY OLD UNUSED 1970’S T-SHIRT TRANSFER.
I recommend taking it to a professional t shirt shop to have it properly applied with a press.”

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Go Kart Penitas, TX **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price

“Here I leave a novelty Exxxtreme cycles, this is a willys jeep as 1941.
Really, it’s like the same jeep, comes with spare tire, spare fuel tank, this Jeep has a 125cc engine is 3-speed, but it is not standard, is semi automatic, has very comfortable seats, light brake, front light, HYDRAULIC brakes, 4 stroke, do not have to mix gasoline with oil. Here we offer a one year warranty, is included engine, transmission, parts and labor. In addition, we have layaway plan, and financing.”

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545th Military Police Vehicle History

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The 545th Military Police Company has seen action in a variety of places. Some of this history is captured in a “Pictorial History of Vehicles” page they’ve assembled. Naturally, there is a section on jeeps. Below are a few of the photos. See all the photos here: http://www.545thmpassn.com/Vehicles.htm

This 1949 color photo shows the yellow and black paint scheme:

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545th MP Co. Yellow Jeep, Camp McNair, Japan 1949

I think the purpose of this vehicle is pretty obvious:

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This jeep was utilized exclusively to escort VIPs’ and General Officers at Camp Drake Note the abundance of red lights and the siren

This photo shows a good view of the black striped hood:

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545th MP Co yellow jeep at Camp Drake, Japan circa 1949

Some of the M-38A1s had an unusual paint scheme:

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545th MP Co. Willys Jeep near Mt. Fuji, Japan 1954 – 1955 — M-38A1

 
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Doron’s 1942 GPW Tribute to his Father

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Doron Segal from Israel shared these photos. In memory of his father, Doron has rebuilt a 1942 GPW with the number “4062”.  His father served in the “Samson Foxes“.

The two photos below are from a fifteenth club event in Israel, 2010 (see more current photos here).  Doron can be seen driving his GPW in the first one:

doron-segal-1942-gpwdoron-segal-1942-gpw2Here are some vintage photos. They jeeps shown are a mix of MB/GPWs, CJ-2As and a Lefty CJ-2A. It looks like the rear extension was a must-have modification. Note the number on the jeep in the first photo.

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Business Card for Bean’s Garage in Pennsylvania

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David Silberman forwarded this vintage jeep business card. He writes, “Here is a scan of a business card from a Willys dealer in the area. They (brothers Ike and Joe) were an associate dealer and were very good with parts and repair. They also had a Koenig backhoe on a Jeep truck, which they used to dig graves, among other uses.

We bought a 1953 Aero Ace from them in 1955, and in 1958 bought a 1947 CJ2A. The Aero cost $1,000 and we got 200,000 miles out of it. The CJ was $300. We kept it until we traded it for a new CJ5 in 1960. They went out of the Jeep business in the early 60’s. I attended the auction of the place about 8 years ago. Joe was still alive at that time.

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Early 1950s Brochure on eBay

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This brochure that Marc found shows the CJ-3A employed in a variety of jobs. The use of the triangle in the illustration is interesting.

“This listing is for a vintage advertisement. It is an ad for Willys Overland Motors of Toledo Ohio and their universal Jeeps. The ad folds out like a small poster. There is a dealer address stamp on it. I am not positive but I believe this advertisement is from the 1930’s. It is filled with information and pictures from that time frame. It is roughly 17″ x 11″ when it is unfolded.”

View all the information on eBay

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Ed Wilson’s Jeeps

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You may remember Ed Wilson’s father’s Egypt photos from yesterday. Well, Ed’s got a couple jeeps himself (a 1962 CJ-5 and a 1947 CJ-2A). Both have an unusual story.

Ed reports from Canada, “This is my first jeep that I got almost 20 years ago and have still not completed a restoration. Long story… but when I was buying it I was in the owners home looking at original photos in an album. I was very focused on the purchase and pictures, but then realized that I was in a room surrounded by gold records on the wall! It turns out, I was sitting on Bryan Adams bed in his bedroom of his family’s house. I ended up having a long talk with his mom and step dad.”

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Here is the picture of my jeep with Bryan Adams step dad and his wife…not Bryan Adams mom the day of purchase. Note the winch.

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This is after some use.

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Now it’s ready for some work.

Ed’s second jeep is a 1947 CJ-2A. He writes, “My 47 cj2a has an interesting story as well. I purchased it from a guy that worked all his life in his dad’s jeep dealership. He has had a jeepster all his driving life and you can find a picture of it and his story in the link below. It is also a Kelowna jeep. His dad was named “Mr. Jeep” by Willys. You can learn more about “Mr. Jeep” by reading this story about “Mr. Jeep’s” first Jeepster (that he still owns):

http://web.uvic.ca/~lwoolard/a3/kamloops-vccc-site03/featured-articles-national-1950WillysJeepster.html

 
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Women Riding in Jeeps

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Charles forwarded these two photos of women in jeeps.

Actress and singer Marlene Dietrich can be seen in the first photo:

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The second photo shows Ruth Cowan, a reporter during WWII.

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1944 Christmas Card with Santa in a Jeep

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This fun card was spotted on Etsy, but is no longer available for sale.

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1942 Bubble Gum Jeep Card on eBay

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Marc found this rare card.

“USA Combat Units (R166) card. Nice condition example of an very desirable card from a popular and VERY tough series. Sharp corners, and NO CREASES!!!! This would be an excellent example for a “R” type set or an upgrade for almost any R166 set!!! I believe that the photos accurately show the card’s condition. A very nice example of a card from a popular and difficult-to-complete set. This card is a solid example and would be great for one who loves cards. The winning bidder is certain to be happy with their purchase!!! Ready for submission to PSA for a very high grade!!!”

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1943 Photo of the Ford GPA Production Line on eBay

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I think this is the first photo of the GPA production line that I’ve seen.

“1943 Press Photo Sea Jeep production fro the Army in Dearborn Michigan”

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1944 “Back the Attack” Envelope by Goff **SOLD**

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UPDATE: I just picked this one up for $12.95 on eBay tonight. This is part of a series of “Back The Attack” Envelopes with different images.  I’m still trying to determine what Goff’s full name was.

During WWII there were 8 different Public War Loan Drives. For the third War Loan Drive, or War Bond Drive, the Treasury department selected the theme “Back the Attack — Buy War Bonds.” The goal of the bond drive was to raise fifteen billion dollars.

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This sold on eBay in January 2014 for $50.

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1948 Photo of Canadian Jeep Getting Loaded on eBay

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Why do they load the jeep with people in it?

“1948 Press Photo Canadian jeep being loaded at Pearl Harbor”

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1962 Photos of Captain Harry Wilson’s M-38A1s in Egypt

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Ed Wilson wanted to share some unusual jeeps photos from Egypt. They were taken in 1962 by his father Captain Harry Wilson during his United Nations duties in Egypt, while serving with the Canadian Army.

Ed notes that a few years ago his father searched for a tiny place called Sharm el-Sheikh where Harry and a fellow officer served during 1962. Their job was to look after a desalination plant. Instead of locating the hut where the two of them and a local family that cooked for them had lived, Harry was blown away to discover a billion dollar resort. No doubt the hut and the family are long gone.

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Pics from Charles

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The “MIL-GOVT” painted on the front of this jeep’s windshield was interesting. This is the American First Army near the Roer River.jpg
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I’d think this was a movie, except that the identifying numbers on this GPW are taped over on the hood and windshield.guys-in-suits-numbers-taped

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This photo shows General Bradley handing a gun to Major Konev

 
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1962 Shelburne Museum Map Jeep Train Brochure on eBay

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You might remember that Ann and I visited the Shelburne Museum in June of 2013. According to this brochure, they used to have a jeep-train (which they called the museum barge). I’ll do some searches for more photos.

One here: Shelburne Museum Map on eBay
A second map here: Shelburne Museum Map on eBay

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1940s Liberation of Paris Postcard on eBay

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Great postcard!

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Postcard w/ Jeep in Pensacola, Florida

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay

This early 1950s postcard from Pensacola, Florida, shows a CJ-2A or CJ-3A turning onto Palafox Street, which was a main drag (still is?). I’ve not been to Pensacola . . . yet. Ann would like to do a drive down to the Florida Keys and back. We are probably a year or two away from that trip.

“THIS IS A NICE EARLY POSTCARD SHOWING DOWNTOWN PENSACOLA, FLORIDA, ON PALAFOX STREET FROM A LONG TIME AGO. I SEE THE RHODES BUILDING AND THEATER ON THE RIGHT, AND I CAN ALMOST MAKE OUT THE MARQUEE, BUT PARTS OF IT ARE NOT THERE. I SEE A HUGE BUILDING ON THE LEFT, WHICH OBVIOUSLY WAS A HOTEL,”

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