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2 Different SEEP Press Photos on eBay

January 20, 2020 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), Old Images
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  1. This April 20, 1943, photo taken in New York shows 3 Ford GPA Seeps.
    “1943 Press Photo US military officers in amphibious jeeps in New York. This is an original press photo. New York – (Swim) jeeps Photo measures 10.25 x 8.25 inches. Photo is dated 04-20-1943.”
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  2. This photo was taken the same day as the one above, April 20, 1943, and way also shot in New York.
    “1943 Press Photo Military officers in amphibious jeeps. This is an original press photo. (Swim) jeeps Photo measures 10.25 x 8.25 inches. Photo is dated 04-20-1943..”
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Ford GPA Seep Wisconsin Dells, WI eBay

August 28, 2019 • CATEGORIES: GPA (SEEP)
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UPDATE: Still available.

(08/10/2019) Craig spotted this one. The buy it now price is $95,000. It’s needs a lot of work.

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“1940 Willys jeep GPA Seep drive train included”

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Ford GPA Rear Axle Cokato, MN Best Offer

August 4, 2019 • CATEGORIES: GPA (SEEP)
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Steve’s got this for sale. I have no idea what these are worth.

https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/csw/for/6948295676.html

“1943 ford gpa rear axle. Great condition. Cash/ postal money order or paypal only. Best offer”

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Jeeps Now ‘Swim, Climb and Fly’

February 19, 2019 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), Old News Articles
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This April 4, 1943, article in the Sunday Star shares more about the things the military was doing with jeeps (not the best scan, but it’s all I got).

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1943 Article Announcing The Ford GPA (SEEP)

February 4, 2019 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), Old News Articles
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The Evening Star shared the news of SEEPs on April 4, 1943.

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1945 Article on How to Handle War Surplus

January 30, 2019 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), Old Images, Old News Articles
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This July 15, 1945, article in the Evening Star featured a great shot of Ford GPAs. I thought the article was interesting, too. It highlights the challenges of managing war surplus (links to page 1 and page 2 of original article).

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U.S. Army Amphibian Jeep (Quack) Model & Video

November 27, 2018 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), Models
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I just picked up this U.S. Army Amphibian Jeep model (1/2″ scale). It’s dated 1943 from the Mod-Ac Manufacturing Company, LA, California. It looks complete. I’ve never run across a reference to these being called “Quacks”, but it makes sense given the larger ones are referred to as “Duks”.

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Here’s a video of some “Quacks” in action during their testing dates at the Ford Rouge Plant. Lots of video shots I have never seen.

 
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1945 Photo of Ford GPA (SEEP) on ebay

October 17, 2018 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), Old Images
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The GPA doesn’t look customized to me. However, the photo itself looks doctored, as if the GPA wasn’t photographed at that spot.

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“1945 Press Photo Ray Bridges in a customized Jeep in Birmingham. This is an original press photo. Ray Bridges, Birmingham, Jeep loses decision Photo measures 10 x 8.25 inches. Photo is dated 9-27-1945.”

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Ford GPA PTO Flat Rock, MI **SOLD**

October 5, 2017 • CATEGORIES: GPA (SEEP)
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

“Ford gpa seep amphibious Jeep PTO just removed today from running parts jeep gaurantee it works good shift handles all original and not altered like most has yoke and pulley nothing missing”

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1943 Photo of Ford GPA Delivering Food in Wabash on eBay

May 17, 2017 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), Old Images
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A Ford GPA to the rescue!

“1943 Press Photo Army amphibious jeep delivers food to flooded hotel. This is an original press photo. With downtown Logansport IN inundated by the Wabash River guests stranded at the Barnett Hotel received their food via an Army amphibious jeep during the worst flood the area has known since 1913. Photo measures 8 x 6.25inches. Photo is dated 06-19-1943.”

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Short Video Featuring a Ford GPA

March 22, 2017 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), videos
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This photo was posted by Brendan Gibbons to Facebook. It shows his uncle driving a Ford GPA in 1946.

 
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1943 Photo of Ford GPA on eBay

March 13, 2017 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), Old Images
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I don’t think I’ve seen this one in a press photo.

“1943- Ford GPA amphibious jeep at the Ford Motor Company plant in Dearborn, Michigan. Photo measures approx. 7″ x 9”

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1943 GPW Albuquerque, NM Parting Out

March 2, 2017 • CATEGORIES: GPA (SEEP)
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UPDATE: Still Available.

(02/05/2017) There seems to be value here.

“Glove box with data plates and tub numbers GPW 107703
5- 16″ rims $100 each
MB engine complete and running has willys head on it $1000
GPW seats $200 each OBO SOLD
And much more”

http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/pts/5983186947.html

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1943 Photo of Ford GPA, GPW, and Command Car on eBay

January 14, 2017 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), Old Images
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Note the caption’s name for the jeep is peep. The name jeep is assigned to the far right Command Car.

“1943 Press Photo Ft Knox KY armored 14 ton truck, all purpose car & a jeep. This is an original press photo. Photo measures 8.5 x 6.75inches. Photo is dated 05-21-1943.”

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1946 Photo of Texas Governor in SEEP on eBay

October 19, 2016 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), Old Images
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Nice bit of Texas history here.

“An original press photo of Texas Governor Beauford Jester Lee Vanderpool Amphibious Jeep. Photo measures 7 x 9 inches and is dated 8/29/1946.”

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1942 MB w/ GPA Rear End Copperas Cove, Tx **SOLD*

October 7, 2016 • CATEGORIES: GPA (SEEP), MB
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000

“1942 WWII Willy’s MB with GPA rear end. Jeep frame has the original tag. Has a good front and rear end, good windshield, and two combat seats. Body is rough but parts are salvageable. Comes with many parts, two L134 Engine blocks, one Willys head, t90 transmission, and a Novak correct transfer case. The reared is marked GPA 4025. Asking $1000 but price is negotiable.”

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1943 GPA Los Angeles, CA **SOLD**

August 5, 2016 • CATEGORIES: GPA (SEEP)
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $75000.

Hard to find these.

“Rare WWII amphibious Jeep. Not running and sitting for many years. Leave contact information if interested.”

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1944 Photo of Ford GPA on eBay

August 3, 2016 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), Old Images
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Based on the back, this might have been taken in the Spokane area.

“1944 Press Photo Jeep can be car and a boat that goes into water – spx16014
This is an original press photo. JeepPhoto measures 8.75 x 5inches. Photo is dated 01-20-1944.”

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1944 GPW Fairfield, CA $2000

June 9, 2016 • CATEGORIES: GPA (SEEP), MB
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It’s a mix of parts.

1944 Ford running gear With 40s Willy’s Scripted Tub, F Head motor, Runs & Drives good,
Needs TLC, Was on a ranch since 60s, No Title BILL of SALE ONLY Call ONLY
NO TEXT RETURNED .!!! ”

http://reno.craigslist.org/cto/5621972894.html

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1942 GPW Atlanta, GA **Status Unknown**

March 2, 2016 • CATEGORIES: GPA (SEEP) • TAGS: , .
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UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was on eBay.

Matt spotted this good looking Ford GPA. Lots of great pics on eBay. Maybe this GPW was one shown in these photos.

“1942 Ford GPA
100 Point Restored Vehicle
Over 2000 hours were put into restoration by Wheels of the Past in Cushing OK.

Has complete tool set and NOS spare parts box.
Fresh optima batteries installed in GPA this weekend, the batteries are encased in correct Willard Case for modern tech with correct historical look.

Nothing was overlooked with this restoration, Every bolt that is supposed to be F-Script is, every part is correct. No detail missed.
Has won several gold awards at MVPA conventions and just about every car show it’s attended.
Don’t miss your chance to own this beautiful GPA. She is ready to take to the lake.
If you have any questions, please email me and I’ll be glad to give you a call. Please include phone number in email.

I have a few hundred pictures of the restoration, if you would like to see them, please email me and I’ll send you the link to the photo albums.”

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1944 Photo of Ford GPA in Texas on eBay

February 4, 2016 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), Old Images
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Calm water is best for those GPAs.

“1944- Ford GPA ‘Seep’ (Seagoing Jeep), amphibious version of the Ford GPW Jeep, at Foster Field, Texas.Photo measures approx. 8″ x 10″”

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1943 Photo of early Ford GPA on eBay

October 10, 2015 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), Old Images
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This photo has appeared in various publications.

“1943 Amphibian Jeep Tested in Detroit Original News Service Photo
A new amphibious Jeep is tested in Detroit before delivery to the Army, can carry 5 men and can plunge into water and propel itself like a boat. Associated Press Photo – 7” x 9-1/8””

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3 Ford GPA Photos on eBay

October 9, 2015 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), Old Images
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Marc spotted these photos.

1. View all the information on eBay

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2. View all the information on eBay

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1957 Article about the Schreiders

September 6, 2015 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), Old Images, Old News Articles • TAGS: .
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This article appeared in the June 9, 1957 issue of the Tuscaloosa News. The photo shows Frank and Helen Schreider , their dog Dinah, and their Ford GPA, La Tortuga. The report covers the period after their Pan American trip. Because of the journey, the Shreiders were elected to the Explorers Club. In the article they tease about going to Indonesia, which of course the eventually did.

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1957 Photo of Ben Carlin’s Half Safe in Ditch on eBay

April 12, 2015 • CATEGORIES: Features, GPA (SEEP), Old Images
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I don’t remember this photo in any of the Half Safe books.

“1957 Press Photo Tiburon Calif, Australian Ben Carlin drove amphibious jeep
This is an original press photo. Tiburon Calif, Australian Ben Carlin drove amphibious jeep around the worldPhoto measures 9.25 x 7.25inches. Photo is dated 12-03-1957.”

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