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These quick searches can help you find things on eBay. People list in the wrong categories all the time, so don't be surprised to see brochures in the parts area for example.
The links to posts below show jeeps grouped by models, condition, and other ways. Some of these jeeps are for sale and others have been sold. If you are unsure whether a vehicle is still for sale or not, email me at d [at] ewillys.com for more info.
There are plenty of interesting, unusual, historic and surprising stories related to Jeeps and their owners. In addition, some of these features have nothing to do with jeeps. This link will display all featured stories starting from the latest.
Looking for parts and not sure where to go? There are a variety of large and small new and used parts sellers both online and offline.
Importantly, the allure of buying a project jeep can be romantic. The reality of restoring a jeep can be quite different, expensive and overwhelming without the right tools and resources. So, tread carefully when purchasing a "project". If you have any concerns about buying a vintage jeep, or run across a scam, feel free to contact me for help, comments or concerns .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500
The jeep runs, but needs some work. It’s been used in movies.
“WW2 / WWII Army Jeep GPW. This Jeep runs and drives but still needs some work. It has 4 new tires, new seat covers and new gauges. This Jeep has been used in many movies and driven by multiple stars. It also comes with a spare tire, axe, shovel, jerry can and a pyrene fire extinguisher.”
No pics provided.
“It’s a 1942 ford jeep Willis 4 cylinder 4×4 runs good”
UPDATE: Price bumped to $3500.
(02/15/2013) Note the air cleaner solution.
“Jeep, 1943 Ford. Has tow bar, towing lights, winch, top (bad fabric). Has a V6 (Buick) installed. New battery, radiator (rebuilt) and carb (rebuilt). Engine runs, but has leak in block. Mag wheels and big tires. Extra parts included. Titled and licensed.”
http://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/3715616528.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500
(01/12/0213) Lots of parts, but definitely a project.
“1942 GPW Willy Jeep WWII JEEP – Motor was rebuilt, 80% all parts believed to be available, Jeep is apart, Clear title, Asking $2,500
OBO
CALL WESTON @ LE-BILL CO”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1700.
The body appears cut at the driver’s side.
“Up for sale is a genuine World War II project jeep – not running, but it wouldnt take much to get it there. It consists of serial numbers matching body and frame, engine and tran/tcase combo with parking brake, leaf springs, axles and wheels/tires. I have other accessories for sale as well, but this is your foundation to get started restoring one of the simplest vehicles ever made, and one of the best.”
UPDATE: Was $5000. **SOLD**
The price isn’t bad. The body looks pretty in tact.
“This thing is well, cool as it gets!
1945 FORD GP Sand Jeep.
Crane roller rockers
Crane roller rockers
Edelbrock intake
Edelbrock carburetor
K&N air filter
Accel coil
Moroso crank case breathers
Mickey Thompson valve covers
5 point seat belts
15 gallon racing fuel cell
Really nice paddles tires
Clear California title
Headers with dual flow masters
Ford 9″ rear end
Turbo 350 with shift kit”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“I am selling a 1942 Ford GPW Military Jeep. I purchased this Jeep to restore but have
hurt my back and now need to sell it. GPW’s are getting harder to find now.
This particular one is still in running condition and the engine appears to be complete.
All the gauges and VIN tags are there. The body is rough but I believe its repairable.
A GPW of course comes with a solid tailgate but this Jeep has no tailgate.
I apologize for the lack of pictures. We just had 8 inches of snow and I’ve been in
bed for a week with a bad back. I will add pictures in a few days if I see some
interest in this Jeep. Feel free to email with questions. I’ve applied for a title
in my name but it hasn’t come yet. I bought this Jeep with a good Title so eventually
the Title will be available.”
This GPW includes a flatbed trailer for towing it.
“1942 Ford GPW Jeep – older restoration, painted as a “Follow Me” jeep, it is used as a reenactors jeep (has won Best Vehicle at the Midland Texas Airshow) Stored inside. Converted to 12 volt. 4 cylinder jeep engine, original drive train, combat rims, two older tops. Also included is a 2006 two axle bumper pull flatbed trailer for towing jeep on highway, trailer is painted olive drab.This jeep is a lot of fun and always a head turner. Any questions feel free to email.”
http://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/3700688275.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(03/18/2013) “Collectable. Original 1947 Willy’s army jeep. Believed to be a 1942 but was first registered in 1947. Great condition, no rust. Runs great but carb could use some work. 2 sets of tires in great condition, original seats in great condition and original gas cans. A lot of FUN! Serious buyers only!! Call Connie at five 0 9- nine five three-one six one three”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/3686939773.html
UPDATE: Was $5000. Status Unknown.
The rear has been lengthened. However, unclear when this mod was completed. There have been other mb/gpws with lengthened rears. However, the bench seat are definitely an eyesore.
“Take a gander at what I have here………..The previous owner did a nice custom job adding 16″ to the overall length with bench seats!!! This one of a kind Ford GPW jeep has a Kaiser Supersonic flat head 4 cyl that runs and drives. This is an awesome trail buggy/ two-tracker ( and summer is right around the corner) or a nice rare find for someone who wants to restore an original one. I have the original title from the first owner when he bought it in 1962.
Serious inquiries, equal trades, and reasonable offers will be pondered, looking for black rifles, Kalashnikovs, Ammo, a nice motorcycle who knows”
UPDATE: There were two bids. This sold for $1556. It was a public impound auction held on eBay.
The most interesting item on this jeep might be the plates. The serial number is #12718. This has the taller windshield, but split, which is unusual. The soft top door has a rather large window, too.
“$145 lien sale processing paperwork/listing fee will be added to winning bid.
The following is a lien sale auction. We are a public impound facility and this vehicle was towed under the authority of the Oakland Police Department and has been unclaimed. The vehicle is being auctioned to satisfy our lien. Since this is a Lien Sale Auction, there are no license plates with the vehicle. The winning bidder will receive California Lien Sale Paperwork in order to register this vehicle and receive title.
This lien sale auction is being held pursuant to California Lien Sale Civil Codes 3071 or 3072. All vehicles are sold with no guaranties or warranties and are being sold to satisfy A & B’s lien. The purchaser is solely responsible for necessary repairs to insure compliance with California and federal standards. (see ebay for more info)”
UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**
This is a mix of parts.
“Here is GPW 7608. This is one of the very early and rare jeeps built by Ford but they did not have any frames so they had to put them on Wills MB frames. This jeep came from the factory in February or March 1942 having a Ford body on a Willys frame. This jeep is a very desirable jeep once restored and it will need a full restoration. It has Ford front seats, early axles, radiator, Ford GPW engine but missing the pistons, Ford GPW head, T-84 transmission case with no gears, Ford GPW transfer case and some data plates. The center nomenclature plate is missing but does exist in the collection of a very well known WWII Jeep supplier in Oregon and may become available. I will provide the name and details to the winning bidder. A photo is shown in the data base on the G503 web site. There is no title but I can obtain one if it is needed to be shipped overseas(for extra cost). I can haul this jeep to the port in Oakland for the cost of my gas. Shipping overseas is no problem at all and I have a great shipping company I can recommend.”
Both bodies look usable.
“Grey 1945 Ford GPW Jeep Body
Yellow 1946 CJ2A Jeep Body
asking 500.00 Each or make offer
Please call 520-0803
I will not reply to email – please phone if interested Thanks”
http://chico.craigslist.org/pts/3687372377.html
UPDATE: Was $6500 for both. Status Unknown**
(02/03/2013) The GPW appears to have a diamond plated body. These are also for sale individually.
“1943 GPW Ford with 134F 1954 motor. $3000.00. 1973 CJ5 with 350 Chev Motor $4800.00 Some new parts on both. $6500.00.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** $6000 on eBay
This runs, but needs some work and isn’t entirely stock.
“This is an April 1942 Ford script GPW jeep. This is a good vehicle to enjoy as is, for reenactors, or do a Restoration on. I bought it as I just wanted something to drive instead of rip apart and never be able to finish. Makes a good combat class looking vehicle. The engine is out of a 1949 CJ 2. The transmission is still the original t84 and bell housing when I looked underneath still has a big ford script. The data plates are the original data plates delivered April 1942. The frame number matches the data plates. This has a clear clean Colorado title. The Jeep has been converted to 12 V charging system. All the gauges except fuel gauge work, even speedometer works. Included with the auction Ari set of original gauges that just have not been put in yet. Read more on eBay.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was eBay.
The engine runs.
“This is a rare Ford GPW script Jeep that has been here in California since going into active service in 1942. After stripping the paint off of the body I was pleasantly surprised to find an extremely straight and almost rust free body. The fuel well was rusted and will need to be replaced and a new fuel tank should be purchased also. The engine runs well with 40 pounds of pressure at idle while cold. It drives and shifts well but the brakes are dragging and will need to be gone through. Someone has cut a small area on the passenger side body as can be seen in the pictures, a steel plate was welded in place. Why that was done is a mystery, there’s no evidence of damage, just that this small area was cut out. Since stripping the paint off a few months ago there is minor surface rust which has formed on the bare metal that can easily be taken off. I had originally thought about doing a complete body off restoration. I decided to keep the minor ding on the leading edge of the front drivers side fender to keep some character showing that it had been there and done it some where many years ago. One thing is for sure that with a minimal amount of work and cost this rare WWII survivor could be back on the road in short order. I don’t know where or if it would be possible to find a better unrestored example of an early Ford GPW Jeep. I have a clear California title. The original ID tags have gone missing so assume that new ones will have to be affixed to the Jeep.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
The seller calls this a CJ-2A, but I think this is more likely a GPW chassis.
“This 1945 CJ2A Willys Jeep frame/chassis is a complete running gear less engine. It comes with a Title and ID # CPW271063. As you can see in the pics, it has a tow bar for easy transport. Come on by and take look. I’m in the heart of old downtown Glendale.”
This combo looks solid.
“I have a 1941 Ford GPW. I have put alot of time and money into this baby over the twenty plus years I have had it. Rebuilt orig motor, L-head 4-cyc. with 300 miles. So many things to list…….Running grear is completely gone through. New paint: Brown with black. New tires. New upholstery. It needs a new top. It comes with a fifities style matching trailer. It Runs and drives great. Fits on quad trails! Tons of fun! Email me if you wanna come up and take a look. Serious inquiries with the intent to purchase only please. Thank you.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/3676369052.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This is a nice looking build.
“This Jeep is a piece of World War II History. It was produced in 1943 by Ford for the war and is technically a Ford GPW. It has all original metal and was a frame off restoration. It has a spring over lift by advanced adaptors with a Chey Saginaw 3 link steering conversion also from advanced adaptors. It has a Chevy 4 bolt 350 motor with a comp cam and Turbo 350 automatic transmission with a T18 Transfer Case. Custom aluminum radiator from Ron Davis with dual electric fans. It has fender well headers and new brake lines. It needs some final touches like a speedometer and gas gauge.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $6000.
(01/31/2013) Numbers matching according to the seller, but still plenty of work left.
“1942 Ford GPW war jeep. This is a matching numbers vehicle and therefore considered the best choice for an accurate, period restoration. Matching number Ford GPWs are almost impossible to find, due to the fact that the motor pools would change-out engines as needed and not rebuild and replace the same one.
Also, this is an excellent restoration choice due to the condition. The jeep has not been modified at all, with the exception of the addition of a roll bar, and retains all of the correct parts. Jeeps of this era have usually been modified to an extreme. After the war, bought surplus, they were used on ranches and farms, for hunting and survey work–and in recent decades, extreme off road use. Each brought its own modification.
This rare bird has a body–the tub– in rare un rotted/smashed/chopped up condition. This adds a great deal of value for the final restoration product.
It has not been run in a couple of decades, but was driven until it was parked. The engine turns over easily, without a wrench needed.
What matching numbers means: The frame # and the engine # match. There are no numbers on the bodies of this type, other than the data plate, which unfortunately is gone.
The tires are suitable for rolling around, but it will need a trailer for transport.
This GPW is the one all the serious restorers are looking for. As complete restorations go, it will be easier than most, due to the condition and completeness.
Asking 10K. The price may go down in several months, but for now that’s it, so don’t bother with offers unless you want to go on the waiting list.
Not interested in trades, I need the cash. The truck is near east Oakland, California, across the bay from San Francisco. Please reply via this ad. Can be shown during the week as well as weekends. Please be a nice person, i.e. don’t waste my time if you don’t have the cash.
See the pictures here on the link below for Photobucket.
Have a great day.
http://s1357.beta.photobucket.com/user/danielleonard/library/”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/3675344079.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9000
“1942 Original Ford GPW military jeep. S/N 75640, dated 10/42. Very Rare as this jeep as all matching serial numbers on body, frame, and engine block. Always kept out of the weather. Owned for 38 years. Not running, but runnable. Needs to be totally gone through as it has sat untouched for years”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $8000
(08/18/2012) The body and frame appear in very good shape. The price is a bit high given it doesn’t run at the moment.
“1943 Willys Jeep numbers correct. has been in covered storage for past 6 years, and was running. Also have additional engine, axles and trans for same year. 623-734-5fourfive0”
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/cto/3664295032.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4200.
Besides missing the rear of the jeep, it doesn’t have ww2 axles. So, I would suggest looking this over carefully.
“1944 GPW military flat fender Jeep – 5 new all directional tires (military stock) – runs perfect – 12 volt conversion – clean title and current registration –
PS: This is cash and carry ONLY – don’t bother me with the BS stories of being away, or being on an off-shore rig, or having your “agent” be in touch – I will not reply and simply forward your email to the scam and phishing folks at craigslist and local law enforcement.”
This might be useful for someone.
“Willys jeep flat fender frame ONLY. Should fit most early flat fend jeeps. It is a 1945 Ford GPW (Willys MB), same as later CJ with machine gun mount on rear cross member. Clear WA title, with all ID tags. First $400 Cash buys it.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/pts/3659601532.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $16,000
This looks good. It includes a trailer.
“1943 Ford GPW Jeep & Trailer (not pictured)
Here is your chance to own a true piece of history…..Runs Great and Will show by appointment. Please only Serious Inquiries – Thanks.”
