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This looks in good shape.
“ON AN S-10 FRAME, 283 CHEVY, 350 TRANS, POWER STEERING, POWER BRAKES, NEW WIRING AND GAUGES, NEW EXHAUST, EX SHRINER CAR, $7,500.00 FIRM – NO TRADES, CONTACT GENE AT 314-570-2465”
http://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/2921681372.html
The body looks rough, but it runs.
“Partially yellow convertible jeepster for sale. Its for someone who is looking for a project. All parts are included. It does not run. It has a 283 Chevy engine. It has a good soild body.”
http://cars.oodle.com/view/1948-willys-jeepster/2956880531-dauphin-pa/
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
I love the dual bumpers on the rear of this Jeepster.
“his 49 Jeepster has a Chevy 6 cld and auto trans….”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3495
(01/23/2012) This project appears to have potential.
“THIS IS NOT A RUNNING VEHICLE. I have a project that I recently purchased that is just not a good fit for me or my garage right now. It is a 1949 2 Wheel Drive Jeepster by Willy’s. I bought a few months ago after it had sat in dry storage for a number of years. It looks like a mid 80’s restoration to me. The body is in remarkable condition and the vehicles is for the most part 100% complete (I threw away the top). It was originally a Butternut yellow color. The current paint is passable as driver quality. The running gear is a 1973 Buick 350 and matching bop transmission, the original rearend is still in the vehicle.There is a nice Ron Franicis wiring harness installed complete. The engine is out on a stand and needs rebuilt or go the SBC route. I curently have the front sheetmetal off and stored, there is no radiator. All of that said this a really fun vehicle that would be great with a little work as a driver or do a complete restoration. I am not selling because I need the money and the price is reasonalbly firm. I am however very open to trades which might include: 68-72 Nova, second gen camaro or other muscle cars,”
Glenn wrote this nice story which was published in the June 2010 issue of Jeepster News.
(ABOVE:) At The Pearl Harbor Memorial- ’50 Willys Jeepster, Left- Randy Spangler, Middle- Glenn Byron, Right- Maurice Goguen.
EAST MEETS WEST – 6000 MILE JEEPSTER EVENT By Glenn Byron
Sometimes we take for granted the many benefits our membership in WOJC [Willys Overland Jeepster Club] pro- vides. For example, that booklet you received titled “ WOJC 2010 ROSTER” is just something that arrives. Larry & Shirley Wozniak volunteered a bunch of time and effort to get this quality product to club members. Using it as a tool is a bonus for paying our meager dues. Let’s look at where this can take us. Recently, in planning for a cruise to visit our 50th state, Hawaii, I noticed a scheduled one day port call in Honolulu.
Just for kicks, I grabbed that Roster to see if we had members there. Garage tours and visits with other enthusiasts are always great sidelines to get away from usual tourist activities. Sure enough, all of Hawaii has one lonely WOJC member, Randy Spangler, right there in Honolulu. A quick email to Randy to intro- duce myself and inform him of my visit, yielded a friendly response with encourage- ment to see what we could put together. Nothing concrete, just loose parameters to keep both of us available as all the unknowns could allow. Our first port was Hilo, on the big island of Hawaii, with Honolulu, on Oahu, the following day. “Call me from Hilo and we’ll see what the cards hold” was Randy’s invitation. Here’s how it came down.
ABOVE: Randy Spangler’s Island Cruiser, a ’50 Willys Jeepster mounted on a Chevy Blazer chassis- A great performing unit for Boulevard or Beach.
Three couples on a cruise ship make too large a load for a Willys Jeepster, so careful strategy had to happen to be sure no one felt compromised. The girls were anxious to see Waikiki Beach, and with great personal sacrifice, I crossed that off my list. The other two guys, though not car oriented, agreed to back seat status and a full load resulted. Contact with Randy was made from Hilo and plans laid down for Willys Jeepster to meet Golden Princess at the dock in Honolulu. How’s that for a welcoming committee? Heads turn when ever we put our Jeepsters on display, but this may be a first! Randy’s 1950 Jeepster is especially suited to the hustle and bustle of Oahu gridlock traffic.
Plenty of work done, plenty left.
“1950 willys jeepster with v-8 305 automatic with driveshaft on still needs finished,lots of chrome and other parts go with it, also needs wired,and exhaust hooked up to headders, eng does run, it has 4 barrel carb. new paint, i have frame for convertible top no canvas on it , i also have all hardware for front and back seats, all chrome for grille. call 724-277-2406 also have front and rear bumpers thanks Tom”
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/2902820806.html
Sounds like a solid rig.
“You will be hard pressed to find another 1948 Jeepster with True Classic Muscle Car V8 power that is as solid and straight as this one is.
Leave your worries behind, turn back the clock, and turn heads while Cruising the Beach with the wind blowing in Your Hair in this one of a kind 1948 Willys Jeepster.
This Solid 64 years young California vehicle, features a 1967 Chevy Chevelle 327ci 4bbl V8 with All Numbers and Date Codes Matching, 1970 Chevy Chevelle TH350 Automatic Trans recently rebuilt, 12V Electrical System, New Drive Shaft, New Paint, New Upholstery, New Carpet, New Windshield Glass, New Windshield Rubbers, New Vent Glass, New Brake Master Cylinder, Taillight Lenses, New Ignition Switch, New Headlight Switch, New Hoses, New Driveshaft, Too Much To List.
NADA Value: $17,300 – $26,500
http://www.nadaguides.com/Classic-Cars/1948/Willys-Overland/Jeepster/VJ2-2-Door-Pheaton-Convertible/Values
Offered at: $8,500
nine four nine, two eight seven, three seven eight eight”
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/2896451921.html
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUXFuzi8s1g
This looks nice.
“The Willys Overland Jeepster is extremely rare and prized collectable. This is an older (15 year) restoration of an Arizona car and would rank about 6 to 7 on a 10 pt appraisal system. It has a Chevrolet 350/350 combo w/Mustang front end and disc brakes to make it a really good driver. Only 5500+ miles since restoration but it has been in locked dry storage for many, many years and that takes a toll. Vehicle is fully set-up to tow with a built-in tow bar and transmission drive shaft disconnect; you will also want to take note of the very unusual swing-away fat man style steering wheel which alone would fetch about $1000 due to condition and rarity. It is believed that fewer than 1600 Jeepsters remain in the world. This Jeepster is stored in Smith River, CA and is available for inspection by appointment. This is a very attractive price intended to move the vehicle now; so call now and enjoy the beautiful spring in a great 4 seat convertible.”
http://oregoncoast.craigslist.org/cto/2896996480.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000
“The original Jeep — Get ready for summer with this fully restored Convertible 1948 Willys Jeepster — 4 cylinder, stick shift ready to put the top down and enjoy the summer. All paint and chrome in good shape, clear PA title and many extra parts available to go with the Jeepster. New brakes, wheel cylinders and there were only 10,326 of these babies made in 1948 – Own a piece of history”
Lots of work has been done.
“1948 Red Willys Jeepster: $15,000 OBO
With 1950 Front End & 1973 Ford V8 302 (9,550 miles on engine – 33,550 total), WHATS NEW?… Convertible Top and Side Curtains, New Tacking Wood, New Rear view Mirrors, New Chrome Hold Down Latches, Has Tonneau Car Cover, Red Pleated Interior, Pleated Pockets in Doors, Beauty Bars Front & Rear, Timing Chain & Gear, Valve Seals, Rubber Gaskets, Ford Mustang C4 Auto Trans., Ignition Wires, Horn, Battery, Wiring to Lights Front/Back, Re-cored Radiator w/Electric Cooling Fan, Electric Windshield Wipers and Arms, New Fuel Pump, New Water Pump, New Tail Pipe with Muffler and Resonators, Reconditioned Carb., Extra Leaf Installed, Springs & Bushings Installed in Front and Rear, Rocker Panels & Quarter Panels are Custom 16 Gauge Steel and Welded (no bondo), Custom Made 16 Gauge 20 Gallon Gas Tank, Stainless Steel Dash Panel, Radio Panel with Digital Clock, All Stewart Warner Gauges & Speedometer, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Bucket Seats, Step Plates Top/Bottom (Very Rare), Parade Boot, Goodyear Arriva Radial Tires w/Western Rims
Call Ray @ 908 797 5981”
http://cnj.craigslist.org/cto/2882420388.html
This looks solid.
“1950 Willys Jeepster VJ.
-Has a 283 Chev power glide trans.
-power front brakes.
Runs and drives, very restorable and rare.
Top faded windows from the sun but whole unit can be replaced for less then $400.00 All parts are readily available from sources like: The Jeepsterman Inc., Kaiser Willy’s and Walck’s.
The body and frame are solid.
Restored can fetch up to $35,000. Made for 3 yrs.-1948 to 1951.
-Original engines are easy to find but very underpowered.
-Mechanics Manual included.
SELLING for $6500. OBO
772.464.9090 anytime.”
http://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/cto/2854274862.html
This looks good.
“Offering my 1948 Willys Jeepster Daily Driver – all stock and original, body is rust free – this was a California car. Transmission rebuilt. Needs new top and Side Curtains. More pictures are available. Asking $6100 or BO.
941-921-9450”
http://sarasota.craigslist.org/cto/2844842188.html
This looks good for the price.
“1950 Willys Jeep – Motor turns, exterior and interior in good shape, needs brakes. Asking $6,800 Call (828) 333-8999
SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY!”
http://asheville.craigslist.org/cto/2844845127.html
It’s really nice, but the price is pretty high.
“1948 “JEEPSTER” California Roadster “Fully Restored” now in Sunny Florida! 5.7L 327/350 V8 Turbo 350 Automatic 3:70-1 Posi Nova Sub-Frame “Stunning” Pearl Yellow with Red Tint, Custom Red Leather Interior, Hartz Canvas Top with Boot & Seat Belts, Chrome Wire Wheels, All Instrument Gauges, Tilt Steering Column, Power Steering with Modern Front End & Steering Rack, Lacara Wheel, 4-Season A/C, Pioneer Stereo w/CD, “Good Guys Inspected”! Custom Smoothie Bumpers & Tail Lights. Dual S/S Exhaust, Super Nice & Dependable.. Runs & Drives Great! $39,988. 941-923-6430 http://www.humptydumptysclassiccars.com Sarasota, FL”
Ann’s aunt spotted this ad in a Wheeler Dealer Magazine at Walmart (yes, I have agents scouring everywhere . . .lol). The 56 miles seems hard to swallow . . . maybe 56 miles since the paint job?
“1951 Jeepster with 56 actual miles Red/Black convertible with top. Needs a good home. PH 480-338-5040.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5250
“1950 Willys Overland Jeepster for Sale, but it is registered as a 1948.
Here is a list of all that it comes with.
350 V8 engine…Chevy-small block
Chevy drive train automatic transmission
newer tires
newer paint-gloss black and metallic red- some scratches
new gauges and sending units
Mustang II suspension – no rust
new kick plates for doors
templates for upholstery
original frame mechanism for convertable top – needs to be restored
new fabric convertable top – black
some of the original heater/vent components
wooden trim for convertable top – needs to be restored
parade steps
jeepster emplems for sides of hood
new in box Hurst Promatic 2 Shifter – automatic
power steering
power brakes
electronic advance distibutor
new fuel pump
new glasss put in windshield and side wing windows
new rubber for glass – professionally installed
eltric fan on radiator – electronic thermostat
driveable as is
new door handles
parking brake was redone
turn signals work
Jeep steering column
original rear view mirror
custom willy shifting knob
Needs:
restoration
upholstery
new seats
front pan needs work
pre-1963 no seat belts required…etc.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500
Unclear if this runs or is complete.
“Beautiful “48” convertible Jeepster a quality American classic. Very heavy car the way the used to be built.
Vehicle is a project and needs alot of work
You can call to make a appointment to see.”
Mike and his father want to trade their Jeepster for a CJ-7 or 8. Here are some pics. Contact him at darthmike12@live.com with any questions.
UPDATE: Still Available. Call 217-801-3555.
(01/10/2012) “All orginal 1948 Willys Jeepster, motor rebuilt 5 years ago. New top, need carb work.”
UPDATE: Bob reports the vehicle arrived safely in Ohio. He verified that the frame is a Ford and the body is well-built.
He reports, “The thing looks pretty solid and seems to be made out of thick steel and very well made. I just can’t imagine some guy in his garage making this thing, but I could be wrong. Someone updated the running gear with a mustang straight 6, auto trans and the mustang differential. You can clearly see where it was column shift originally, and the frame is definitely a 46 ford.”
This looks good.
“I have always wanted one of these Jeepsters. Now I own one. I went to look at a ’57 Ford Thunderbird and I missed the turn and I saw the Jeepster setting next to the road with a for-sale sign and told my wife we need to go look at it. We found the T-Bird but I could not buy it even for the price just to ruff. We were going to go look at a another car and I did not get an answer then remembered the jeepster which was very close by. When I was looking at it the owner drove up and the rest is history. Had a great drive back. we put the top down and drove home 44 miles most of it on I-5. Ran great. When I opened the hood I was not to sure what to expect, it is all stock with that little 4 cylinder F head Hurricane Jeep engine. This engine produced 75 hp (56 kW; 76 PS) at 4000 rpm (although it redlines at 3200 rpm). 3 speed transmission on the tree with Overdrive. Still 6 volt. Top is very good. He did not have the side curtains. The Jeepster was an automobile originally produced by Willys-Overland Motors from 1948 to 1950. Willys developed the Jeepster to crossover from their “utilitarian” type truck vehicles, to the passenger automobile market. They built 5,836 Jeepsters in 1950. Joe at Old School Garage has taken care of a few small things like getting the gas gauge to work. The Over drive will not engage. Joe got the heater to work. It’s all serviced and safety check and ready to go. Cond. # 3+.”
The seller has some nice cars.
“1950 Jeepster fully customized
High performance small block ford
Full custom interior and top
New tires
Call Mike @ 772-464-1806”
http://treasure.craigslist.org/cto/2776300738.html
Originally a Shriner’s Jeep, Bill decided since it was already had some drivetrain mods that he would take it further.
He writes, “It now sits on a altered Cherokee chassis with Dana 44 frt and rear with a 4″ lift. It is powered by a Turbo 400 and a 304 AMC. I’ve kept it original looking with a Jeep wheel and the track width is right on. This is one Jeep missed out on produceing. Drove it all last summer and just love it.”
Before changes:
After changes:
Looks nice.
“1949 Willys Jeepster. Chevy 350, and chevy automatic transmission and new fuel tank. New tires, wheels, Lokar shifter and new Moon eye gauges. New interior and top. Lots of other new parts. This vehicle runs great and looks the same. $8900. May trade for 56 chevy 2 door project of equal value. If interested call 559 nine six seven 3820.”
http://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/2751870846.html
This was restored by Jeepsterjim.com. Looks nice.
“This car was just completed in our shop as a concourse quality frame off restoration. It has new tires, brakes and wheel cylinders, master cylinder, brake lines, shocks, battery, fuel pump, clutch, pressure plate, plugs and wires, main bearings, re-built crank, rod bearings, pistons, rings, cam, valves, guides, valve seats, gaskets and seals. It runs great. The chrome is show quality and complete. The steering wheel is original and restored in our shop. All of the glass is new. The wiring is completely new and color coded to factory specs. The car has been driven 50 miles for testing since completed and everything works correctly. The interior is new including the canvas top and top boot as well as the carpet, side curtains and storage. The gauges have been restored and calibrated. This car was in dry storage for 35 years before we started the restoration. The entire car was stripped to bare metal. The frame was sandblasted and undercoated. The body has 3 coats of primer then 2 coats of base coat and 2 coats of high quality clear coat. The underside of the body is all undercoated. I have about 300 pictures of the entire restoration from start to finish. The engine is the original L-134 and the transmission is the original 3 speed with overdrive. Nothing was compromised during this restoration, right down to every nut and bolt.There are more photos on the website, Or call for more info 904-669-8668 Jm
This Jeepster is brought to you buy jeepsterjim.com. We are a full service, Jeepster Only, complete restoration facility. We specialize in 1948 – 1951 Willys Overland frame-off restoration of your Jeepster to include all aspects of a complete restoration. We can rebuild your engine, transmission, chassis, interior and all aspects of body work and paint. We can also do a partial restoration on any part of your Jeepster. We typically have a minimum of three Jeepsters undergoing restoration in our facility and maintain several parts cars for the hard to find items we need. We have a new, secure 30,0000 square foot facility located in Northeast Florida with a professional staff. You are invited to visit our website,or tour our facility . call for more information. 904-669-8668.”
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