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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.
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.
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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 .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000
(03/28/2010) This Jeepster appears well priced.
“1948 WILLYS OVERLAND 2 D0OR PHEATON CONVERTIBLE JEEPSTER. 327 ENGINE W/LOW MILES SINCE REBUILD, 2 SPEED POWERGLIDE TRANSMISSION, FORD REAR END, RUNS GREAT, GOOD UPHOLSTRY, RED NEON LIGHTS UNDER FRAME, CASSETTE AM-FM RADIO, COMES WITH WINDOW INSERTS, CONVERTIBLE TOP IS MANUAL WITH BOOT COVER. TRANSMISSION HAS SMALL. SEAL LEAK, CHROME RIMS WITH WHITE WALL TIRES. GETS THUMBS UP EVERY WHERE IT GOES. $7.0000.00”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4850
(02/25/2010) “You are bidding on a 1948 Willys Jeepster Convertible. It has original running gear and 4 cylinder engine. This vehicle runs great and drives wonderful. Also features overdrive. Sets on a 12 volt charging system. Has bucket seats in the front and a bench seat in the back. It has been stored indoors. This vehicle is red with a white convertible top and plastice windows in good condition. Speedomoter is broke but has no more than 70,000 miles. Should you have ANY questions please call me BEFORE bidding.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Here’s a nice Jeepster that includes an 8-track tape player.
“Parade car. This jeepster is an older restoration from Ohio. It was a Shriner’s parade car and was in the Jeepster Club of America. I have owned and enjoyed it for three years with no problems. It has a Buick V6, power steering and an automatic transmission. I’m sure the original mileage is over 100,000 miles but I have no idea of the true miles. It was obviously restored at one time but would need to be redone at some point if you want a show car. It looks good going down the road and garners lots of attention and thumbs up. Top is good with a boot and all side windows. It is the original color scheme which was a hard to get color. It has sixteen horns and a great eight track with your very own Johnny Cash tape! I can tell that it has had some rust repair in the past which is to be expected in a 60 year old Jeepster. Buy this just in time for your local 4th of July parade. Vehicle is for sale locally, I reserve the right to end this auction early.”
UPDATE: Was $2000. **SOLD**
This appears to be in good condition. This might make a good restoration.
“New Motor, New Radiator, New Brakes; Floor Pan Rust;”
A reader had mentioned at some point about a modification that involved replacing the front clip of a Commando with a CJ-5 front clip. I asked for pictures and Gerald produced some from the first jeep he owned. I really like the looks of the CJ-5 front clip on it.
He writes, “Since you are talking Jeepsters, this was my first ride. I bought it for 60 bucks in October of 1979. That means it was only 11 years old; yet look how rough it was. Compare that to a 99 vehicle today. Vehicles have certainly improved. Anyway, I though I was the shit at 14 with my own jeep.”
We got her going with another axle, tiger hair and spray can red from K-Mart. Dad would take it to the trail and then I could drive.
Then at 18 came the lift, new body panels and paint. I had to knock the corners off the grille and put a CJ-5 Hood on it.
UPDATE: Price dropped to $11,900.
(09/24/2009) This is just a really nice Jeepster.
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1949 willys overland Redone, interior paint, body drive train, 11K in receipts, 3 k in engine alone. sat for awile just put in new tires, battery, and brakes, lines. cycl two new drums. over $1500. runs good, looks great, was appraised at $21K will sell $11,900.00 cash. Don,t need to sell but just dont use.”
http://cnj.craigslist.org/cto/1783022460.html
A reader had asked me about the use of Inline 6s on early Jeepsters, so I found the answer on Wikipedia. I left the page open while I went to lunch and when i came back, I noticed something I hadn’t notice earlier, a picture of the Commando C104 and it’s unusual grille. I was used to seeing the Commando with the standard jeep/tines grille. But, the 20,000 or so C104s that were built have a full-size grille that, at first glance, looked to me like it was borrowed from a Bronco.
Anyway, maybe you all knew this, but it was a surprise to me. Below are some pics that show the evolution of the front of a Jeepster/Commando.
1948 2WD 4 cyl Willys Jeepster (aka VJ-2):
1949 2WD 4 & 6 cyl Willys Jeepster (aka VJ-3):
1950 2WD 4cyl & 6cyl Willys Jeepster (1951 Jeepsters are left overs from the 1950 production year). These were also known as the VJ-3 463 (4cyl) and VJ-3 663 (6cyl) for part of the year and then the model was changed to VJ-473 (4cyl) and VJ-673 (6cyl):
1966-1971 Kaiser Jeep’s “Jeepster Commando” Model C-101 (4wd). There were several different models, but they all appear to have the same front as best as I can tell.
2 1972 Commando C-104s: The top Commando has a chromed front and the bottom Commando’s front has been modified (and is for sale now).
UPDATE: There’s been some discussion about the engine not being stock on the ebay ad. The stock inline 6 would have been an L 166 ‘lightning’ from what i have read. However, the engine looks so nice in there, I don’t think it matters that it isn’t original.
Here’s a beautiful car that comes with a matching coffee mug.
“This is a very nice Jeepster that has just completed a very thorough cosmetic restoration to high standards. It was totally rust free having been in southern California all its life. Last year the owner brought me a coffee mug from a café in San Diego and he told me “Restore my Jeepster to match this mug. I love the color!” I think we succeeded.
The Jeepster body was disassembled down to the body tub which was left on the chassis as the floors were perfect. Body work was performed as required and the beautiful green paint was applied, color sanded and polished. It is stunning. Fenders were painted off the car to get a nice finish under the hood. The black second color was done the same way. We repainted the interior and dash as well.
The rare factory original OHV six cylinder engine was cleaned and painted having been previously rebuilt and in great running condition. This is a much more desirable engine than the four which is most Jeepsters. The transmission is a three speed with overdrive. Brakes were recently redone and work great. Tires are recent and are Coker white walls with a newer spare to match. Exhaust is great. Shocks are all new and the front suspension was totally rebuilt.
The top and side curtains are all brand new in a tan color that offsets the green and black to perfection. Top frame was repainted. The seats are older but in great shape and are black to match the trim. Steering wheel is new reproduction ….”
The engine needs a head gasket replaced.
“Selling a nice project car to make way for another. It’s a rare 1951 Willys Jeepster that is reported to be one of the last off the assembly line. It has a 6 cylinder f-head 161 cubic inch engine in it that runs but needs work (head gasket). Also has an overdrive transmission for good fuel economy. Odometer shows 80K miles. Has radio and heater … The Jeepster is in overall good condition. I bought it a few years ago from a fellow in West Virginia with the intent to restore to original. Another car’s caught my eye so this has to go … The front floors have been patched, the rears are good as-is. The body has minor rust but is very workable. The frame and suspension are in great shape with just the average surface scale. All lights work.”
http://cleveland.craigslist.org/cto/1772277592.html
“Looking for a willy’s jeepster to buy,must be in good running condition and stock.
208-661-1953”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5900
This is a good looking, stock Jeepster.
“Nice Driver. Engine,Steering,Brakes all rebuilt.New original wiring harnes. May trade for Galaxie,Willys wagon or antique/classic car or truck.”
Here’s a highly customized Jeepster. It looks like a great price given the number of updates.
“‘1950 Willys Jeepster Custom Convertible, 1989 S10 Frame w/ 2″ drop spindles, 6″ channelled, fresh 355 Chevy engine, 420 comp cam, 300HP 327 heads, 700R4 trans, R & P steering. Daily Driver! You can drive it home for $8500.00. Email me at hotrodmama1948@yahoo.com or call me at 260-927-5752. I can email you more pictures.”
http://fortwayne.craigslist.org/cto/1755521667.html
It runs, but needs work.
“1950 Willly’s Overland Jeepster Convertible. Only 19,000 ever made. Car runs but needs restoration. Mechanics manual available.”
http://newyork.craigslist.org/wch/cto/1753991316.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2400.
“1968 Jeepster Commando Roadster. Buick 225 V6 Aluminum head, new alternator, exhaust- runs strong. New brakes & new floors inside. Rollbar. 3spd. Rocker Box Transmission (shifts a little rough- needs work). Needs Master Cyl. Exterior sprayed with yellow Rhino Liner treatment for durability. Also custom bulk head installed for pickup truck look, if desired. New bikini top. This is a really cool classic Jeep that is in need of some TLC! Lots of $$ invested, just no time to finish. My loss your gain! Asking $2400/OBO. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000
(02/22/2010) “New top, new tires, new upholstry and carpet. Runs great but needs either a new carburator or a better mechanic than I am. Good paint and chrome. Kids and grandkids are not partof the deal!! MUST SEE! ”
Here’s a great looking Jeepster.
“The car runs very well, and its easy to drive. The “3 on the tree” manual transmission shifts properly. Whether you’re heading to Margaritaville at 5 o’clock, or just out for a pleasure drive on a nice ragtop day, you’ll have no worries.
As far as condition, its good. The body is straight and the interior is in very, very good shape. The convertible top is also in very good shape, but it does not latch properly at the front. This isn’t ready to be a show car, but its a nice driver. We don’t know the actual mileage on the vehicle, but we’re betting its seen more smiles than miles.
It does have an AM/FM/Cassette radio, but the car doesn’t have a lot of bells and whistles…oh wait…there IS a whistle: the “sexy girl” whistle sounds when you push a button on the dash.
Call Keith at 954 448 3659 to Buy It Now!”
View all the pics (lots) on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4300
This looks like a pretty easy project … but looks can be deceiving.
“1950 WILLYS JEEPSTER. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN DRY BARN STORAGE FOR 28 YEARS. HAS NOT BEEN RUN IN THAT TIME BUT THE ENGINE STILL TURNS FREELY. IT IS NOT A PERFECT VEHICLKE BUT A NICE LOOKING VEHICLE THAT HAD SOME RUST WORK REPAIRED MANY YEARS AGO. NEEDS A GAS TANK. THIS IS NOT A DRIVER AT THIS TIME BUT WOULD NOT TAKE TOO MUCH TO MAKE IT ONE.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5900
(11/01/09) It looks pretty nice for being unrestored.
“Original,unrestored jeepster. Was repainted once many years ago. 4 cyl F head engine. 3spd with overdrive. Runs and drives nice. May trade for Willys wagon, early Bronco, old car or truck”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2250.
The body on this appears in good shape. It might make a good project.
“1949 Willys Jeepster. 6 cylinder Hurricane motor. Needs total restoration.”
The valuation for this came out at $3500? Hmmmm.
“This is a rare factory 6cyl 1950 Jeep Willy’s Jeepster standard with overdrive. It has been stripped to the metal, all there and Barn stored since the 1970’s. There is surface rust easily amenable and one identified small area of rot on the left rear quarter. It is a resto project. The engine and trans are work the asking price. It is not running, all motor trans dash etch is there.”
http://nh.craigslist.org/cto/1738528145.html
No tire kickers, this a project for a serious Jeep enthusiast who know the value of the vehicle and is already looking for one of these, not dreaming
This was valued this week at $3500 by Kaiser Willys Auto Supply SC
$2500 OBO
UPDATE: Back on eBay
(04/22/2010) Here’s a solid look Jeepster that hasn’t been restored yet.
“THIS IS A GREAT LITTLE 1950 WILLYS JEEPSTER FRESH OUT OF THE BARN……..I BOUGHT THIS JEEP ABOUT 35 YEARS AGO FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER, WHICH MAKES ME THE SECOND OWNER…….THIS JEEPSTER WAS ORIGINALLY BOUGHT NEW IN NEW HAMPSHIRE, AND DRIVEN TO UTAH IN THE 1960’S…….I PURCHASED IT AND HAVE HAD IT IN STORAGE EVER SINCE, WAITING FOR ME TO GET THE TIME TO RESTORE IT…….IT HAS ALWAYS RUN GREAT…..IT IS MECHANICALLY ALL ORIGINAL, WITH 4 CYLINDER OVER HEAD VALVE (F-HEAD) HURRICANE ENGINE, THREE SPEED TRANSMISSION, AND OVER DRIVE……THE JEEP WILL NEED A NEW BATTERY, FRESH FUEL, AND PROBABLY A TUNE UP, SINCE IT HAS BEEN SITTING FOR SEVERAL YEARS. WE ALSO REMOVED THE OLD GLAS BECAUSE IT WAS YELLOWING AND WE WANTED TO PUT NEW GLASS IN…..WE WEREN’T ABLE TO FINISH THAT PROJECT, SO IT WILL NEED SOME NEW GLASS….IT’S ALL FLAT GLASS, SO WON’T BE TOO EXPENSIVE. THE BODY ON THIS JEEP IS JUST ABOUT PERFECT, VERY SOLID, WITH NO RUST THROUGH, OTHER THAN A HOLE IN THE DIVER’S SIDE FLOOR BOARD, WHICH HAS BEEN PATCHED AT ONE TIME LONG AGO, AND WILL NEED TO BE PATCHED AGAIN. THIS CAR IS AN EXCELLENT CANDIDATE FOR RESTORATION, SINCE IT IS VERY STRAIGHT AND MECHANICALLY ALL ORIGINAL. CLEAR TITLE……”
It looks nice and a good price.
“1949 Willys Jeepster convertible, 4 cylinder, 3 speed with overdrive, lots of new brake and front end parts, looks and drives good, recent “driver” quality paint job, seats recovered in brown corduroy, top and side curtains in great shape, newer radial tires, some bondo on rockers but rest of the body and frame are solid. Fun to drive and very collectible! Make an offer! 630-309-0269″
http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/cto/1731181439.html
It has a bad engine.
“very rare one of a kind looking for serious offers also interested in trades has bad engine call mike at 603 401 6767”
http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/cto/1728194008.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4000
(05/05/2010) This seller also has these 4 jeeps for sale.
“1950 Willys Jeepster. Good running car. It is all there. It needs a top and restoration. Interior and body are good. No rust through. Car was in very good condition a few years ago when I covered it and put it in storage. 4 cylinder original engine. $4,000.00 or best offer. I am moving and can’t take the car with me. No e-mails please. Call (347) 203-9631.”
http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/cto/1732013800.html
UPDATE: Was $6000. **SOLD**
(03/27/2010) Here’s a good price on a nice Jeepster.
“Jeepster with original drivetrain-4 cyl overdrive-older restoration-good top and side curtains-runs and drives great.”
