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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.
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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 .
Andy shared this Hobart welder for sale that has a GPW engine.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1125353605225433
“Would run on starting fluid when I got it, has a ford stamped Willy’s four cylinder
Flat head engine, tires on trailer are bad. Pull motor for a Jeep or repair and use?”
Andy spotted this project Hobart Welder.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1156837552309087
“HOBART WELDER on HEAVY DUTY TRAILER powered with Willy’s 4-cylinder FLAT HEAD JEEP ENGINE. $225 OBO. CASH IN PERSON ONLY: So you are getting the welder, the trailer which carries the welder and a complete Flat Head Willy’s 4 cylinder Jeep Engine & radiator All For One Money. The welder housing covers everything nicely and the engine looks nice and is complete. This was bought as a project last year. Other things have come up leaving no time for the project. Maybe this is your new project? There are no welding leads or accessories. I have never had anything running. I don’t know if it will run or work and I’m not taking the time to mess with it. The ask price reflects that fact. I can pick up everything and set it in your truck or trailer with no hassle. Thank you for looking at my add. Times being what they are, I need to add this paragraph: This is an in-person cash only sale. Not interested in trades. What you see is what you get with no warranty expressed or implied. Scammers are not welcome, so don’t waste your time or mine. If it’s listed, it’s available so don’t ask.”
Thanks to Andy for sharing this one.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2370284159824854
“Willys engine generator set. Has been in garage for 10 years since it was taken out of service. Worked when it was removed.”
Seller doesn’t have a way to load it.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/673967430833242
“Hobart 250 generator welder with jeep Willy’s 4cyl motor factory motor for welder. No idea if it works or not. Weighs about 1200lbs Everything is there. Must have a way to load it.”
Andy shared this unusual irrigation system powered by an L-head.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/585711319991801/
“Lot going on here. Pump is a Marlowe pump and pumps 720 gpm. Engine may be locked up.It is a 4 cylinder Jeep engine. The tires are off and in barn so that they don’t get weathered. There is a spare pump included. There are two pipe trailers with 5″ and 3″ pipe. Gaskets may need to be replaced. Third trailer with risers and connectors.”
Andy spotted what looks like a good deal. The engine runs. It sounds like it won’t include the generator equipment?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/578112960877741/
“Best offer. Came off of a Power Unit PE-95-G. Fires right up. 620 hours.”
UPDATE: **SOLD**
Mark is selling this industrial Hobart Welder and Generator. Looks in good shape.
Hobart Industrial-Welder-Generator For Sale. ANew 6 volt Battery, Fresh Tune-up, it runs though I haven’t welded with it recently.
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $500.
It runs.
“Willys flathead 4 cyclender runs great. Came out of a 1952 hobart welder generator. $500 obo.”
UPDATE: Still available.
(08/30/2020) If you are looking for an unusual Willys-related project, this Holt forklift built using some Willys parts and unusual transferase might fit the bill.
https://portland.craigslist.org/grg/for/7562738545.html
“Willys Jeep components made into a fork lift (70-80 years ago). 4 cylinder engine, 3 speed transmission, 3rd member, etc. unique transfer case not working…., 8 lug 16.5’s,”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1700.
Seller indicates it is fully optional.
“For sale one Hobart 4 CYL Jeep Willys CJ2 gas powered welder.
Welder is rated at 250 amp D.C. @ 60% Duty cycle.
Look at the photo of the data plate.
It also has a 110-volt 1KW outlet so you can operate your grinder.
Tires are new have been replaced about six months ago
Welder operates as it should. Family owned since the early sixties kept inside, used on the farm.
Bring your gear if you want to try it out.
Also if you are a Jeep CJ 2 restorer and need a good running flat head Jeep motor that has been well maintained
this could be the perfect candidate for your restoration.
Cash sale only. No trades.
Equipment Bill of sale will be conveyed to buyer.
Please look at all the photos before asking any questions.
I check my mail (once every morning) and will respond as soon as I’m able.
Low Ballers and tire kickers please don’t respond.
If you see this listing, It’s still available.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(07/20/2022) Andy spotted this unusual forklift. I’d have to guess it is a modified four-wheel-drive truck?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/601150087980159
“One of a kind 1947 jeep Willy’s forklift. 61 Ford falcon engine . Fuel line and hydraulics need replacement. Needs new tires. Serious offers only my grandpa built this himself and used it on our farm for many years .. feel free to ask questions”
Santosh has this generator for sale.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/for/d/gilbert-us-navy-vintage-schramm-ford/7515420756.html
“SCHRAMM INC , west Chester PA manufactured Vintage world War 2 US Navy Generator powered by a ford GPW motor that if L134 flat head go devil engine used by Willy’s and ford for original Jeeps of the Second World War. This engine is rare and you seldom find one.
35 hp engine
Capacity 7,5
Generating 65 amps”
Looks in good shape.
https://allentown.craigslist.org/tls/d/durham-hobart-welder-cj2-willys-cyl/7511727864.html
“For sale one Hobart 4 CYL Willys gas powered welder.
Welder is rated at 250 amp @ 60% Duty cycle.
Look at the photo of the data plate.
It also has a 110-volt 1KW outlet so you can operate your grinder.
Tires have been replaced about a year ago.
Welder operates as it should. Family owned since the early sixties kept inside, used on the farm.
Bring your gear if you want to try it out.
Cash sale only. No trades.
Equipment Bill of sale will be conveyed to buyer.
Please look at all the photos before asking any questions.
I check my mail (once every morning) and will respond as soon as I’m able.
Low Ballers and tire kickers please don’t respond.
If you see this listing, It’s still available.
Thank you for looking.”
This has been stored around 15 years.
https://dallas.craigslist.org/mdf/bar/d/burleson-wwii-generator/7512899963.html
“WWII 1940’s. Willys Jeep Flathead 4 cylinder generator.
Been sitting in a barn for 15yrs +
I just pulled it out of the barn 2 days ago
It runs, it generates power as it should
Been sitting for all these years, so you know it will need some work, I’ve already spent the time to make sure everything works but it will need.
Spark plug wires
2 tires
Gas tank either cleaned or replaced, recommend replacement
Asking $1,000 obo
Will entertain trades but cash is king but not required. Text me only pls”
wIt’s unclear what the price on these two rims are. Also included in the ad is an industrial L-head engine (with a head marked by welds — probably fixing cracks)..
https://twinfalls.craigslist.org/pts/d/jerome-jeep-engine-and-rims/7492705803.html
“As-is welded block
Willies jeep engine flat head 4 for parts
And 2 different jeep rims.”
This seller is scrapping 4 1944 generators with Willys engines. If you need spare parts, he may have some to sell.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2919881961635876
“I’m scrapping 4 of these gen sets. engines are sold. Anyone want other parts pm me with request and I will give you a price”
This looks like a good price.
https://syracuse.craigslist.org/tls/d/parish-hobart-welder/7462691708.html
“1950’s Hobart gp-258 pipeliner welder. Starts, Runs, and welds. Could use a carb cleaning. Newer battery. Powered by a willys industrial L134 engine. Auxiliary outlets is 120vDC. I’m not including the leads as I have other welders. Firm $500”
Unclear how much value is here.
https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/for/d/hamilton-generator-for-sale/7462337030.html
“Army Signal Corps generator for sale. Was stored inside old barn for the last many? years. Unit ran when stored. Flat head Willy’s Jeep engine with governor. Has oil in engine. $600.00 for the complete unit, or best reasonable offer. Local pick up, cash sale only. I can load on your trailer. Approximate weight, 1600 lbs.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.
Unclear how much value is here.
“Army Signal Corps generator for sale. Was stored inside old barn for the last many? years. Unit ran when stored. Flat head Willy’s Jeep engine with governor. Has oil in engine. $800.00 for the complete unit, $600.00 for the engine or best reasonable offer. Local pick up, cash sale only. I can load on your trailer. Approximate weight, 1600 lbs.”
Looks like a good setup.
https://eauclaire.craigslist.org/tls/d/clear-lake-hobart-250-dc-portable-welder/7410964702.html
“Hobart 250 DC Portable Welder. Runs great. New battery. 70 ft cables. Set up to carry torch. Jeep Willys engine”
This appears to be sitting on some kind of jeep chassis-turned trailer?.
https://boise.craigslist.org/tls/d/emmett-1942-hobart/7399057978.html
“I have a 1942 Hobart welder. On a custom made trailer, a Willie’s motor and it welds great but has a loose wire connection. The trailer is worth 1000 by itself no loballers”
UPDATE: As of July 13, 2021, this GPW APU is now in Stefan’s hands in Germany. As you can see, by the time he acquired it parts had already been removed (see original post from 2017 at the bottom of this post). He does not want the APU parts. I figured it is a long shot, but that I would check to see if anyone had an interest in the APU-related parts (some are O.E. Szekely); Stefan is willing to part with them. Comment below if interested or email me at d@deilers.com and I’ll connect you with Stefan.
Here’s how the jeep looked prior to pulling the parts:
Here are the parts related to the PTO:
PTO APU Cover:
This looks in good shape.
https://newjersey.craigslist.org/tls/d/chester-hobart-welder-generator-on/7317249845.html
“Up for sale is a Hobart welder that’s on a trailer, uses a gas Willies engine? Everything works great and is good to go.”
Update sold: was $700.
Runs.
“Vintage Hobart gas powered welder. Powered by Jeep Willys engine.
It’s probably 1950’s era.
Runs and welds perfect. Comes with leads and mounted on a trailer. Located at 3519 Edison Way, Menlo Park.”
This undated Siebert Willys Ambulance brochure was probably produced in 1954-or 1955, based on the grille design on page 4. There is no form number on it. Within the brochure the company describes three different ambulance options.
Derek provides more information on the Siebert Ambulances and has additional pics on the CJ-3B page.