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1944 GPW Orovile, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200

The tub is a replica.

“1944 Ford GPW WWII jeep, Body tub is a new aftermarket that has just sat around for years, and was never used to build a jeep. It is a replica MB body tub, if you notice the push button holes for the locker boxes have not even been drilled out yet. As stated, frame is an original WWII GPW Ford on wheels. I will sell all for $1200 or body can be boought separate for $800 and frame on wheels can be boought for $450. Frame has all brand new brakes on front end and rear end and the drums have been turned. Jeep was never built.”

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1945 GPW Bay Area, CA $2150

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $2150

“This is a May of 1945 GPW Ford Built Jeep. Has original Data plate that matches frame GPW 2589**. It is a major project but these are about the easiest thing out there to restore. Has a later F head willys motor currently. Does have original tow bar on front and lots of original “f” marked parts. I also have the correct air filter, correct radiator, correct voltage regulator. Has correct f marked front seats and correct gas tank still in it. Original dash with gauges. Rust in front floors. No title, but does have old black plate and years worth of old registrations that match the numbers in the glove box. Again it has rust, body need lots of work. The other jeep in the background is not for sale!”

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/cto/3778154076.html

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GPW and Parts Jeep Motley, MN **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD**

There’s a DJ for sale, too.

“GPW jeep , year unknown and parts jeep also unknown. The GPW would run, has radiator missing , body pretty good shape, no windshield and no title–the parts jeep is a real oddball with a 3B tub but a 2A grill and hood and a flat head engine that is not stuck, no windshield or fenders or transmission and also no title. I have a canvas top with doors that goes with one of them but needs some repair but is useable. GPW 1200.00 or BO– Parts jeep 500.00 or BO. Make an offer on both or separate. Also have 1976 DJ5 with left hand drive that has the starter out of it and no title. Motivated seller.”

 

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1945 GPW Ukiah, CA eBay

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This looks solid.

“This is a 1945 ford jeep military it was built on may 10 1945 sn. gpw268933 it is currently reg. it been in the family sent it was bought army surplus by my father it has the pyrene fire exsting,. grease gun ,lube chart, tire pump,first aid kit, original gas can date may 1945 wheeling,new glass in the windsheild, charging sytem is 6 volt and work perfect the running gear is original and drive great it also has a warn overdirve and front hubs brake are new master cylinder new wheel cylinder new has all the correct light and blackout lights new top new seats the back of the seats are marked with a F for ford so are most of the bolts the footman loop are correct for a ford madel has the radio junction box uder the pass seat and combat rims you will have to arrange shipping Alan 707 485 5439”

View all the information on ebay

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1942 GPW Tampa, FL **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9000

No perfect, but looks solid.

“Willy s jeep ford jeep 1942 original ford body jeep
Runs drives stops shifts all as it should no excuses
Good tires
Not made of binding
Good title
New battery
9000. 00 obo”

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1942 GPW Portland, OR **Status Unknown**

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UPDATE:  **Status Unknown** Was listed at $400.

(08/16/2012) It’s rough, but there are parts.

“i have a 1943 gpw that i need it gone it doesnt have the engine or trany
what you see is what you get”

 
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1942 GPW Perris, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000

It’s a project.

“1942 Ford GPW WWII army jeep,missing engine and radiator, 4 original combat wheels, Many F mark parts, fairly straight tub, straight fenders, hood and grill, frame looks solid, needs complete restoration, dated 4/22/42”

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April 27th Live Auction in Dundee, MI **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: Auctions, GPW (Ford MB), M-170, M-38, M-38A1, MB This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was an Auction.

This was Mike Yeck’s collection, who I understand passed away last year.

MBs, GPWs, M-38, M-38A1, M-170 and much more: Here are just some of the images. Many parts and other items for sale, too.

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1942 GPW Anaconda, MT **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay

It runs and drives. Engine isn’t stock.

“For sale is a 1942 Ford GPW World War II Jeep. No 88865. Clear MT title! It starts and runs excellent. It stops great. Steering is tight and goes straight down the road. Odometer says 29599 mi. It has a newer F head willys jeep engine that has a lot of power. That is why it has the hood scoop looking thing on the hood to clear the carb on the newer engine. It was rebuilt in 1970 and has only gone about 10,000 miles since. It has a rebuilt carb and fuel pump. New plugs and a fresh oil, filter, and antifreeze change. It does not have the original gas tank, it has one that someone mounted between the rear wheel wells. It runs and starts amazing! The transmission and transfer case shift excellent and the four wheel drive works great. The front end, rear end, trans, and transfer case have all been serviced with new oil. It does need new tires as they are cracked and in bad shape.

It has some typical rust in the floor as seen in the pix and also the sides by the foot well and storage compartment, but overall it is a pretty solid body. It has been repainted many times over the years, but you can still see the army green in spots and even the star on the hood. It also has some letters on the rear quarter panel that look like they spell “Jonny” or “Sonny” and also what looks like an army insignia like you would see on the side of a bomber or fighter plane, but I cannot tell what it is. It looks like a sun with a red fist holding an arrow. It was painted on the original army green color and with some work could probably be revealed. I do not know if it has it on the drivers side also as the paint is not flaking off as much as on the other side. You can also see part of the army numbers on the side of the hood. The seats are out of a 1969 Mustang. Don’t let the ugly paint fool you, this is a very nice old jeep.”

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1945 GPW Gaston, Or **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.

 

 
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1943 GPW Yuba City, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.

“This is a 1943 Willys jeep. It was produced by Ford. This jeep is perfect for hunting or for just good fun. This jeep took me everywhere all the other jeeps were able to go.

Please call after 5pm if calling during the weekdays.

283 Chevy V8
Red Top Battery
Rebuilt Carb.
T-90 Tranny
Warn Winch
New master brake cylinder. All brakes have been redone.
Rebuilt steering gear box with all new parts
Tow Bar”

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1942 GPW and 1945 Trailer Glendale, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $15,000

Here’s a good looking combo.

“1942 Ford GPW(running) and 1945 Bantam Tailer. Jeep and trailer have been brought back to motor pool standard.

-JEEP equipped with:
tools with tool bag, jack, jack handle, tow rope, rebuilt tire pump, Ford-marked engine crank, BC-620 radio with mounted(FT-250) power supply, MP48 antenna with MP50 mount, rubberized antenna base cover, 6 antenna sections with bag, and assorted commo accessories. There are a lot of “F” marked parts. Total list of parts and accessories too numerous to mention.
There is a GPW rebuildable engine block for sale that we can discuss.

-TRAILER equipped with: canvas cover. The tires are brand new with brand new tubes. CLEAR title on both vehicles.”

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1942 GPW Albany, NY **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay

This runs, has not title, and needs work.

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“I bought this GPW for the original top bows that it had and because she is a driver.  I will provide a bill of sale only, no title.  Due to that fact, I’m selling it as a parts jeep.  I planned to part it out but have decided to sell it as is since she’s a runner and I’m sure the right person can enjoy it for what it is.   If I don’t sell it I will use it around my property to move stuff around.  It appears to be a radio jeep due to four mounting holes on the fender well in the rear driver side by the tool box.   It also appears to have had a machine gun due to the four holes on the floor where the machine gun mount on the frame is.  The frame is decent with vin that matches the glove box. Engine is an MB engine.  Original paint can be seen where the civilian paint has been pressure washed off in many places.  The early windshield in the picture was removed but I have another early windshield with brass latches that will be included.   It will however need some repair.

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1942 GPW New Jersey $3500

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No pics provided.

“1942 ford gpw script,BARN FIND,needs some body work,jeep is 98% complete and orig,has combat rims,seats,windsheild frame,NUMBERS MATCHING MOTOR,call me for details 609-654-5070”

http://southjersey.craigslist.org/cto/3745841019.html

 
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1943 GPW Olympia, WA $4500

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UPDATE:  Price dropped to $4500

(09/25/2012) Some assembly required.

“1943 Ford Jeep GPW
I have 90% of the parts needed for a full restoration.
75% of the parts are brand new.
New rebuilt engine with 0miles on it. New piston rings
Rebuilt transmission with new seals and bearings.

Please contact Ryan at (360)480-0514 For any or more detailed information about this vehicle.”

http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/3743668405.html

 
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1942 GPW Lakeport, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** This is an early GPW sold on eBay.

“this Ford GPW was the 10,584th GPW built, and is one of the last ones made with a Willys frame. It has just been completely restored and has only four miles on it, it runs good but is some missing items like seat cushions, filterette, pioneer tools, oil can, canvas top, one J hook and some of the radio suppression straps. Most of the big parts are original and correct, and it has the original floorpans though they have been patched a little and the fuel tank well was replaced. The significant reproduction items on the jeep are the rear seat, spare tire rack, front bumper, air cleaner, horn, speedometer, oil/temp/amp gauges and data plates. Fenders, hood, windshield, fuel tank, front seats, radiator, grille, regulator, generator, fuel strainer and starter are original. The battery is new but not an antique style, it also has either period or new bolts in about three dozen places there should be F marked bolts, other than that this jeep is very correct. The jeep is registered non-op and has California plates and a clear title, it also comes with the original speedometer that should be repairable. The headlight switch is an original and has been not working correctly, it may have to be replaced if I can’t fix it in the next few days.

The tires are the repop Firestones, and all of the rims are original combat type, I do have a couple more radio suppression straps that are not in the photos that were installed later under the hood.

This is you chance to get one of the rarest GPWs made, in nice shape and ready for parades, reenactments or with some modest amount of parts and work a factory show jeep. If you have questions or would like more photos please ask, thanks for looking!”

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1942 GPW Wheeling, IL eBay

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This is a project.

“Up for sale is Ford GPW 75591, DOD October 1942. I hate to sell this but I have other projects that I’d like to tackle. This project is in disassembled condition, as seen in the pictures. Everything (except the combat rims) in the pictures is included*. And there may be more items that if I can dig up I will add in. *If you choose to “buy it now” I will pull the original GPW/F marked radiator from my Slat grill and add it in, along with the 5 brand new reproduction combat rims shown in the last picture.

The original GPW parts include the GPW numbered frame, axles, springs, original tub with original data plate (though difficult to read), original fenders, hood, seats, pedal arms, pedals, and fuel tank straps. The following came with this GPW when I purchased it. I am unsure if they are original to this jeep but they are period correct: steering box and column, transfercase and parking brake. I also have information about from which Ford factory this was produced and a rather accurate original hood number range.

The parts that are not original to this jeep, but original and correct F MARKED PARTS INCLUDE the green spare hood, pintle hook, headlight buckets and arms, bullet marker lights, splash shield, bellhousing, flywheel, large bellhousing cover, T-84 transmission, transfer case arms, grill, correct SG marked radiator fan, and extra Ford Script tub.

WWII jeep correct items include the windshield, reflector bezels, NOS boxed fender blackout bulb, taillight buckets, flat-bottomed oil filter, auto-lite distributor caps, thermostat housing, oil pan, green sheller steering wheel, fuel tank, and rebuilt like-new 1944 dated fuel pump. (more info on eBay)”

View all the information on eBay

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1945 GPW Statesville, NC **Status Unknown**

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UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $6500.

It runs and drives, but is a little rough.

“1945 willys with correct engine and transmission. This was purpose built as a radio Jeep.It still has many of the waterproof parts on it.The floors have been replaced,but the rest of the Jeep is solid and rust free.It runs and drives good.I have a clear NC title.Iam just off I77 and I40 military army willis willy marine 4×4 navy”l

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Year GPW Sisters, OR **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000

This runs and drives.

“Pictures say it all
Clean title
Offers welcome
Some rust but not horrible
Runs and drives
Has ford markings on radiator
And a gpw frame
Not sure about engine but looks origional”

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Year? MB/GPW Bethel PA In Person Auction Saturday April 13th

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Doug spotted this solid looking restorable MB/GPW.  It appears to have combat rims, too. It is listed as a 1946 Military Jeep.

http://www.auctionzip.com/cgi-bin/auctionview.cgi?lid=1719074&kwd=willys&zip=&category=0

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1943 GPW San Francisco, CA $4300

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This is a project. Note the combat rims.

“I have a 1943 Ford GPW Jeep. Just like a Willys MB but built by Ford. Original with all its correct Ford stamped parts. Correct seats, handles, brackets everything. Way too much to list. Has 5 restored Combat wheels with new tires included. Boxes and boxes of parts and spares. Numbers matching frame and data plate. Non matching but correct GPW motor currently apart for rebuild. Has later willys motor too. Decent body with a little rust and a hole cut for a 2a gas tank. Have correct gas tank now. Lots of parts have been collected for this restoration. Good frame. Rolling chassis with body still mounted. Nearly $2000 spent on wheels and tires already, just to give you an idea this in not a pile of junk.”

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/cto/3731528926.html

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1943 GPW Tigard, OR $4000

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This appears solid.

“# Matching project, 1943 Ford Jeep. Original engine. Runs, Drives but slips out of 2nd.
503-639-1931”

http://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/3730600187.html

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Coast Guard Lengthened Jeep AKA The Invader Jeep

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Coast Guard Super-Jeep at the National Guard Militia Museum in New Jersey.

Posted at bangshift (though I couldn’t find this original link), referenced by Jalopnik, linked to by Kaiser Willys, and forwarded by Colin, here is a great video  of a coast guard “super jeep” in action.

NEWS ARTICLES:

1) From the May 06, 1944, Perth Mirror in Australia:

TRAVELS 60 MPH OVER SANDY BEACHES
At a Coastguard Station on the Atlantic Coast, U.S. Coast Guards men recently demonstrated a new super-jeep, carrying 10 men and traveling up to 60 miles an hour over sand. Officials said the super-jeep was developed to meet special problems of Coast Guard shore patrols. Chassis of a regulation jeep was halved and steel shafts inserted to add one yard to its wheelbace. Seats for 10 were installed and specially designed wheels employed to permit travel over any kind of beach.

2) Volume 70 of the U.S. Naval Institute Proceedings discusses the results of the Coast Guard Jeep. Unfortunately I don’t have access to the whole document. I do have this:

As a basis for comparison, the regular Army jeep tried to follow the super-jeep over the same course, but foundered in the deep sand. The super-jeep was developed in the Coast Guard transportation office to meet the special demand that branch of services has for a vehicle capable of moving through sand . . .

LINKS:
http://g503.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=108&t=177213 (three good photos of an original coast guard jeep)

 

 

 
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1942 GPW New Castle, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was $5000.

(12/09/2012) This looks good.

“buick v6 motor, 350 trans, disk brakes, tilt steering, 3 fog lights, nice wiring, nice stereo, 33×9.5 BFGs”

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1942 GPW Tumalo, OR $3500

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This may be worth a look.

“1942 Military Jeep. Runs Well, New Windsheild, recent tune up and service. Can Deliver.
541-280-6813”

http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/atq/3725234428.html

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