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

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 $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……”

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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

Mark spotted this project.  As Mark noted, this appears perfect for those bondo-challenged rebuilders among us.

“I have a nice 1948 Willys Jeepster project up for auction. The owner of this car had me store it for him over 3 years ago and I haven’t heard a word from him since. By now the storage fees out way the value of the car so the car now belongs to me and is for sale. There is no title for this car due to this situation and that’s why its listed in this section. NOW THE GOOD.  The car was painted at a local car dealership and then moved into my climate controlled shop and has been here since, just like you see it. It looks like it was painted yesterday. Body is great,  all of the yellow and black painted parts seen in pics are ready to reinstall. The frame was stripped and repainted black when the body was done.  A great car to start putting back together. Other parts include the engine, radiator, convertible top frame, seats, moldings, glass, tons of small parts, etc. We were told it was all there when it arrived. Not being an expert, it’s hard for me to say. I cannot find a VIN number, frame numbers etc,  but all seems to be original as we were told by the last owner. The interior of the body is still in need or restoration. the dash was stripped and primed inside. Under the cowl is super clean. The underbody around the floor pans has not been painted but has been mostly sanded clean. I believe a RH rear fender was replaced or worked at one time due to “new” looking exposed metal in the inner wheel well. I would be glad to answer any questions if I can. Other pics also availible.  Feel free to ask. Car is also availible for personal inspection in my shop Thanks!”

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