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UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/01/2019) I’m not sure what’s involved with the lien sale papers and obtaining a title.
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/d/upland-1943-ford-gpw-jeep/7112535038.html
“Selling a 1943 Ford GPW. Good running and driving Jeep. Original Ford flathead motor, fully rebuilt and runs excellent. Transmission shifts good. Stops good, has upgraded 11” brakes. Sold as is, what you see is what you get. Lien sale papers. Asking $6500 no trades.”
Grill has been sold.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/pts/d/daly-city-ford-gpw-1942-body/7113371435.html
“This here is an original Ford GPW JEEP body from 1942 WWII. Needs a lot of work but includes the body, both fenders, & hood.
***GRILL SOLD***
Also have other parts if interested.
I’m selling this as it is. Asking $300 for it”
The blue one is a very early one with the MB frame.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/clt/d/centralia-gpw-jeeps-for-sale/7103801078.html
“For Sale, two 1942 GPW Jeep’s. Both have rust but would be a good project. The blue one is a very rare Willys frame with Ford S/N and with a title. The other GPW is for parts and no title.
$3,500 for both. Located in Centralia. Serious buyers only. Thank you”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/06/2019) Has some updates, including an f-head.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/d/graham-1945-ford-gpw/7099029834.html
“Runs good, needs a few things here and there. Frame has been brought down to bare metal and recoated with por15. Rebuilt transmission and f head swap with hardened valves. 11″ brake upgrade in front. Back brakes capped at the moment. Comes with various parts. Authentic WWII production. Ridiculous low-ballers will be ignored.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
This appears to be a CJ-3b with the rear of a GPW attached.
“Vintage 48-53 Willys Jeep CJ. Barn find. Original drivetrain (F134 Hurricane engine, T90 transmission, Dana 18 transfer case, Dana 25 front, Dana 44 rearend). Custom pusher, rollcage. Converted to 12 volt system. Brought it home as a project but wife is not cool with her car left out in the rain while the jeep is in the garage. I have not tried to start it yet as I only have weekends to tinker with it. The only thing I’ve had time to do is clean out the debris and do some research on Willys. Great rare find with lots of potential for the right person. $1500. Not interested in any trades at this time.”
UPDATE: Sold. Was $1500.
This probably won’t last too long. Thanks to Joe-in-Mesa for spotting it.
“No windshield or seats
Most everything else is there
Started to rebuild 8 years ago but never got that far.
Needs total rebuild, tub in rough shape
Motor is stuck from sitting
I have a pa title”
UPDATE: Was No Price. Now priced at $4500.
(02/26/2020) Interesting mods. Some better pics would be useful.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/san-leandro-1942-ford-jeep-4×4/7091183357.html
“World War II jeep so cool lot of atencion current tags running .sometime the starter gets stock but most of the times tuns on clean title”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4800.
Includes a trailer. This could be a very good price.
“1943 Ford Jeep, runs good, new tires, clear title, comes with M416 trailer, tow bar, and extra hood.”
Looks like a complete body kit (seller doesn’t mention the hood, but it is there in two pics, so it may be included).
https://columbus.craigslist.org/pts/d/kingsville-willys-mb-reproduction-steel/7081187679.html
“Brand new reproduction body. Bought new for a project and decided to go another direction with our build. Includes new tub, windshield frame, grille shell, two new front fenders, spare tire mount and rear bumperetts. Cost us 3500 a few years ago asking 3000 but will entertain reasonable offers.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(10/12/2019) Has potential.
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/cto/d/chula-vista-1945-ford-gpw/7075290759.html
“45 ford gpw jeep Willys
NOT FOR PARTS
Needs full build. Missing pedals and linkages. Missing fuel tank. Needs full wiring. Not sure condition of engine (supposedly rebuilt..)
302 ford v8
T90 3 speed
Clean title
$2000, not in a hurry to sell. Will keep and build if I don’t get 2k“
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
Runs, but needs work.
“Selling my 1942 GPW. This is a script model GPW. It starts runs and drives but needs to be gone through. The electrical is still the 6 volt system and it is operational. The rear inner fenders were cut to move seats back and fuel tank was relocated to rear. The engine is a willys engine and the frame stamping shows as
GPW 239 II☆
The vin is also a low number 19_ _ _
I purchase about 15 years ago from my brother in laws father and never restored it. The engine was rebuilt in 1999 and runs smoothly
I believe one of the clutch or flywheel bolts have backed out. Clutch down no noise clutch up makes a rotational clunking sound
It spent most of its life in Twain Harte so we know its history back to the 60s. Have some extra parts
Shown by appointment only”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(02/11/2020) Has a variety of mods.
https://chico.craigslist.org/pts/d/glenn-ford-gpw-1942/7072390583.html
“Ford gpw 1942 complete project needs some work has Chevy 153 4 cylinder and t90 three speed transmission comes with extra parts”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Bill shared this rusty GPW. The frame has rot, too.
“1942 Ford GPW Serial Number 8727, DOD 3-19-42. Early Script GPW with flat top grill. Has the first Ford frame with squared front frame horns that are in very good condition. GPW Engine Serial number GPW 12436 stuck and need rebuilding. The Jeep is title is under then engine #. The jeep has a fully transferable Bonded Title in my name. This GPW will need a full restoration has rust in typical areas like the shovel/axe area, fuel tank sump and on the passenger side step. Floors only have a couple of spots of rust through but have a significant amount of pitting. I’m not sure if that can be repaired. Surprisingly the hat channels are solid. The frame is straight but has rust through in 3 spots that will need to be repaired. Has allot of F script parts to includeDriver and Passenger seats Early Scalloped AxelsTransmission Shifter Cover Early Oil DipstickRear Top Bow BracketsBumperettes Ax Swivel BracketHood HingeRadiatorEarly Ford Glove Box Door”
Appears to be a GPW.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1451449511670673/
“1942 Willy’s Jeep – New tires, Rebuilt engine, Restored, 50 Caliber Replica Machine Gun, For Sale or Trade.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
Has an f-head. Appears to have potential.
“I have what is titled as a 1947 Ford GPW. This Jeep has sat for the last 10 years. It was reported as having the transmission quit, the motor turns but the carb needs rebuilt/ replaced. This is a Las Vegas Jeep and has only minor rust. I started to tear down this project but life has gotten in the way. I was going to restore this back to it’s former glory! I have many of the needed parts to get this back on the road.”
This GPW was supposedly found in Tunisia and restored in Italy. It will go up for auction in Germany (if I understand correctly) March 26-27.
https://rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/es20/essen/lots/r0024-1942-ford-gpw/851823
William shared this GPW. Has an MB frame.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/cto/d/bremerton-42-ford-willys/7080696711.html
“42 Ford Willys good condition rebuilt engine with 100 MI no title been garaged for 10 years and hasn’t been started since”
Not sure how this landed on my Facebook Marketplace feed, but here’s a GPW out of England.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/815927825573575/
“1942 ford gpw script. Dates March 1942. Been in the dry in Australia. Had some extension work carried out to the rear tub. But no big deal to put back to normal. Has ww2 engine fitted”
No reason to think it’s a ’41. It might have an f-head engine. It has a GPW body.
https://harrisburg.craigslist.org/cto/d/mechanicsburg-1941-willys-mb/7076733412.html
“1941 Willys MB. An American icon and hero. She served in WW II transporting Marine officers. She was dismantled and reassembled to serve our country again in the Korean War. Her 4WD will take you anywhere. All boxes and accessories are period correct. Please look at pictures. I get comments everytime I drive her. I hate to pass her on, but I no longer have the garage space to store her. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of USA history!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3200.
(01/13/2020) Looks promising.
“WWII Ford gpw . good body did run. no windshield frame. complete drive train. has title. phone calls only.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
“1945 Ford GPW Jeep made for WW2 multiple “F” stamped bolts, tool boxes. Awesome project. Has a running Buick V6 engine in it. Runs and Drives . Brand new brakes all around , new master cylinder. Warren overdrive. 4×4 high and low work perfectly. Comes with trailer to tow it .”
UPDATE: Was $8900. Now for trade, though likely listed there to avoid the $5 fee.
(01/11/2020) It’s got an unusual rear bumper modification. Runs and drives. Has an f-head.
https://spokane.craigslist.org/bar/d/deer-park-1942-gpw/7063635606.html
“This is a 1942 ford GPW has a willys 1950’s 134f and t-90 trans. From California very little rust. Fun To drive. Not a show rig been repainted several times, was blue years ago, I was planning to restore it one day comes with some extra parts. Run’s and drives very well. New brakes. Needs a gas tank its running on a boat one under the seat. Comes with hood because the one on it has a hole in it . Let me know if you are interested. may trade for a Kubota or similar tractor, dodge diesel 4×4 or?”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $9500.
(01/26/2020) Lots of work still to be done. The ad includes a pic of a completed jeep, but I assume that’s just being used as an example.
“I have a 1942 Ford GPW
Have all the parts need to sell
90% all original except engine is a CJ2a
and needs rebuild.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(12/24/2019) The date of delivery is 7/22/1942.
https://jacksonville.craigslist.org/clt/d/middleburg-1942-ford-gpw/7054637153.html
“1942 Ford Script GPW it does run 5000.00 obo”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
(10/24/2019) This is one of the reconditioned jeeps by the Higgins Plastics Company.
“43 Ford GPW WW2 military Jeep…NOTE…Hard top shown in some pics has been removed and replaced with an original windshield….Hard top is not included in the sale (negotiable)…Has very early Willys MB motor….According to the tags, this Jeep was reconditioned in 1945 by ‘Higgins’ company in New Orleans..It is a mix of Ford GPW and Willys MB components….Good candidate for a ‘Motor pool’ restoration, or parade/re-enactment Jeep…Jeep is complete…New front bumper…Body is very solid, but needs some tin work…Not running, motor is soaking, does not turn yet…16″ wheels and very nice NDT tires…$6000…Sold with Bill of Sale, Vermont doesn’t issue titles for older vehicless”
