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1942 MB Chanute, Ks eBay

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It’s not entirely stock, but looks solid.

“For your consideration is my 1942 Willys MB Army Jeep.  I restored this Jeep several years ago and it gets used very little so I have decided to part with it.  When restoring the Jeep I took the body off of the frame and installed new brakes (wheel cylinders, pads, master cylinder, brake lines) and painted the frame.  I also undercoated the body.  The engine is a flat head four cylinder but I am not sure it is original to the Jeep.  I was told it was probably a little later model engine and that it had been gone through.  The only thing I have done to the engine was to install new plugs, wires, distributer cap, rotor, etc.  I also had the carb rebuilt and converted the Jeep to a 12 volt system with new electrical wiring.  The engine sounds very good and does not smoke or use oil.  The transmission and transfer case do work.  I had the transmission rebuilt and it works well but it is sometimes difficult to get into second gear.  It seems to be getting better with use.  All gages are in good working order and the speedometer is new.  The seats have been recovered as can be seen in the pictures.  I also installed a new correct fuel tank and the Jeep has new tires on it.  This Jeep is missing very little to make it complete.  I do not have a top or top bows, what you see in the pics is what I have.”

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Year? MB? Anchorage, AK **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD**

This looks pretty stock, except for those seats.

“Mostly original, you can see it run. Would trade for camper trailer or ?????”

 
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1944 MB Titusville, Fl **SOLD**

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UPDATE: Was $7000. **SOLD**

There were a couple mods to this, but otherwise looks good.

“1944 WILLY’S ARMY JEEP and TRAILER $7000.00 OBO
13 miles on speedo. Restored 20 years ago, very good body. NO RUST in rear tool boxes. Has machine gun mount, flat round spot on floor. 2 front seats with original seat belts, fold down back seat, blackout lights.
Shovel, axe, 5 combat rims, 2 on trailer. Matching trailer with original pintle hitch, support leg and brakes. Has rust hole in trailer floor and someone added a Willys tailgate, bottom of gate is rusted.
Jeep ran fine 10 years, now engine will not turn over. Has been parked under carport.
Owned by same family and brought to America with Scandinavian title, now has Florida title.
4 pictures include on this post, more upon request.
Titusville, Florida
Please call for more information, as I do not use the computer and must relay on help to retrieve my mail. No emailing except for pictures upon phone call request.
Marty”

 
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1941 Slat Grille MB Phoenix, Az $20,000

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UPDATE: On further review, I have a number of issues with this jeep, given the price.  See comments.

It’s an auction of sorts.

“very rare!!!! slate grill 1 0f 2 know to exist.in arizona.must sell due to illnes.highest bider will take.must be over 20.000$ made one month before pearl harbor.one of the first 900 made.serious offers onley need to call thank you.623 217 0188”

http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/cto/2230914256.html

 
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1945 MB Cherry Valley, Ca $12,000

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Looks great.

“THIS IS AN AUHENETIC WWII ARMY JEEP RESTORED AND USED IN PARADES. I HAVE A CUSTOM MADE TRAILER THAT GOES WITH IT AS WELL AS TOWING BAR, BOX OF ACCESSORIES, EXTRA SEATS HELMETS AND RADIATOR. IF INTERESTED TELEPHONE (951) 845 7079.”

http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/2223759771.html

 
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1942 MB? Vashon Island, Wa $5400

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Appears solid and quite stock.  Likely an excellent restoration candidate.

“1942 WWII Jeep

This jeep is a great, vintage quality vehicle that gave us many years of hauling random things and was just fun to drive in general.

Brakes: Yes
Acceleration: Yes
Shifting: Yes
Seatbelts: No
Gas Meter: No
Speedometer: No ”

http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/2218948792.html

 
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1942 MB Slat Grille Sun City, TX **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $20,000.

Looks nice. It is a no glove box MB.

“¼ ton 4 WD General Purpose Truck by Willys
LATER KNOWN AS A “JEEP”

Original, numbers matching 4 cylinder 60hp, 134ci L-head (Go-Devil) engine. Early SLAT GRILLS had no glove box, they had a round muffler, oil bath air cleaner and filter, rubber hood bumpers, solid wheels, three bolts spare tire carrier, no blackout driving lamps, no gas can holder, makers name was embossed on the rear panel and a slat grill on the Willys. As noted by the S/N the Jeep is an all original slat grill. The air filter is original to the jeep and is known as an oil bath air cleaner. The frame and body parts are all original (I have pictures available upon request).

The wheels are not “Combat Wheels”, but civilian wheels. Combat wheels were “Not of Issue” on prototype Jeeps. The reason being Willys also made cars prior to “¼ ton utility trucks” standards set by the US Government. To meet the demands of the government contract, they had to bid the entire Jeep under $400.00 a unit and in order to stay under budget; they sold themselves Willys automobile wheels in the very early production (VEP JEEP) versions.

Jeeps were notorious for not stopping very well, so I used 1954 Ford brake drums and pads to make them safer on the street and in parades.

I also converted the original voltage regulator/electrical system to a modern day 12 volt electronic ignition system for added dependability. The early Slat grill had no spare tire holder or exterior gas can.

Only 200 slat grills are estimated to have survived through 2006, according to Army Motors, the official magazine of the Military Vehicle Preservation Assoc.

The last Willys Slat Grill was S/N 125807, this is S/N 124833 and was delivered to the US Army on March 5, 1942. Full restoration was completed 2009 and she has appeared at hanger dances, parades, Veteran’s Day events, air shows, USO shows. It is a show vehicle, not a ramble through the brambles and the bushes jeep. It is “period correct” complete with 48 star flag, all canvas top, shovel and axe attached to side, and a copy of a M1 automatic carbine for the dash. I’d challenge any potential buyer to find another Jeep in such good shape, with all the parts present and as nice as this one. If it were perfect, it would sell in the neighborhood of $40,000 just like the Barrett-Jackson Jeep did last month.”

 
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1944 MB Pawling, NY **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000.

This appears to come with lots of extras.

“All original, combat ready. Have enclosed top, doors, and blackout curtains. Willing to make deal today.”

 
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1942 MB Chelan, WA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.

“got a 1942 military willys. nice sunday cruiser. runs, drives, and stops. nice soft top.
non-directional tires. have trailer and spare running motor
$5500 OBO

NO TRADES, NO PAYMENTS, NO LOWBALLERS
put*wild* in your email”

 
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1945 MB Manassas, VA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: All Sold.

1) 1945 Willys MB Nearly 100% original Mid ’45 production, Mid ’44 GPW engine, rusty but restorable. 5 Combat Rims. Only will be sold if one of the other jeeps sells first. Will not be sold if the other vehicles do not sell. $2500″

 
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1942 Slat Grille MB Ft. Lauderdale, Fl $17,500

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Looks nice.

1942 Willy’s MB Serial# 125537 directly from The Pacific theater. This is an older restoration showing wonderful patina on the paint with that “been there look”. No rust or holes in the usual places.. Engine block# is 220099 and has been previously rebuilt. 12 Volt system (alternator). Additionally, equipped with lifting rings front and rear. Perfect running condition.

Vehicle has been fitted with a new carburetor, intake/exhaust manifolds, (NOS) complete exhaust, flywheel, Pressure plate, Clutch, throw out bearing, fork/linkage, new Transmission (Including Case) Rebuilt Transfer case, new Temp, oil pressure and ammeter gauges. Most parts acquired from Peter Debella Jeep Parts. Any questions please contact Philip@ 754-779-1733″

http://miami.craigslist.org/brw/cto/2188171473.html

 
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1945 MB Orange County, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.

This looks good for the price.

“Runs and drives, has original production identification plates on the dash. Ramsey winch.”

 
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1943 MB San Diego, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7800.

“1943 Jeep MB

While in college, I purchased this Jeep in 1965 from the family that bought the Jeep at the end of WW2 at the Long Beach, CA dock.

The original owner used it on their ranch in Tustin, CA. They added a metal box to the back of the tub and added some height to the windshield frame. Warn Hubs and a tow bar were the only other modifications.

I added a roll bar and seat belts. I used the Jeep for college transportation and trips to the San Bernardo, CA. Mountains. During my time in the Navy, my father drove the Jeep to work daily.

Since the 1970s, we have used the Jeep occasionally on our ranch. My father and son overhauled the motor in the 1980s as a project for my son.

Last year, I pulled it into the shop to check it out. I got the motor running fine, had the starter rebuilt and found that the trans and transfer boxes needed rebuilding due to moisture damage. I installed a new-old-stock transmission that I had acquired sometime back and completely overhauled the transfer gearbox. The flywheel was surfaced. The pressure plate was rebuilt. The clutch plate and associated bearings were replaced.

I replaced the entire brake system, including lines and cylinders, with new parts except the drums, which were resurfaced.

All wheel bearings, u-joints and hub seals are new.

The Jeep is completely original down to the wheels and skid plates except as noted.

I have saved all the old parts.

The jeep runs and drives and has some needs. The charging system is inoperative and the body needs to be refinished.

I started to restore the Jeep for my grandson to drive. After spending the time and effort thus far, I decided that it was too original for my ranch use and really not suitable as a daily driver for my grandson in Southern Ca. traffic. Times have indeed changed.”

 

 
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1945 MB House Springs, MO **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,000

(10/10/2010) Here’s a rebuilt MB.

“1945 WWII Willys MB Jeep
Frame Serial # 411789
Data Plate # 209799
Engine # m33775wn
Hood # 20303503

Newly rebuilt engine and restored engine compartment, a few item left to add to complete engine compartment. 102 miles on new engine. Combination of restored original, NOS and reproduction parts. All period correct. This is a must see to appreciate. all documentation and receipts for completed restorations process plus eye candy items To many items to list. Frame from 1945, with orig. frame VIN tag. Tub from 1943 with orig data plates. Titled as 1947.”

 
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Rudolf Finds an MB in Bali

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Rudolf, a native of Holland, has moved to the island of Bali in Indonesia.  There, he stumbled on this unusual 6×6 last month.  Well, I guess he has found some other WWII flatties.  He thought readers might be interested in purchasing them if the export/import can be worked out.

Here’s a 1944 MB he found:

 
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1945 MB Medford, OR **SOLD**

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UPDATE:   **SOLD** Was $10,000

According to the seller, this is restored except for the paint.  No indication as to whether the numbers match or not.

“1945 Willieys Jeep MB; Restored in excellent condition. Just needs final paint. Runs and drives great; Original Gout manual and parts manual; 2 Sets of wheels; Tow barSiren; Blackout headlamps; Too cool!!!”

 
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1942 GPW Peoria, Az **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2600.

“the motor runs strong all the gears work 3 speed 4 weel drive brakes need to be done has a brand new master silnder brake pads are still good floor pan is good must sale moveing call or text 623 205 1588 will be willing to trade for lifted jeep with v8 or v6 jeep or street bike must run and be drive able send me pic thanks”

 
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1942 Slat Grille MB Las Vegas, Nv **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** was on eBay.

“You are bidding on a great restoration project.  I am thinning my collection because I have a few other rare vehicles that I’m in the process of restoring so some toys must go.  This is a 42 slat grill that is very restorable.  Original hood numbers can be seen.  It does have rust in the usual places such as front floors, fuel tank and driver side panel but the frame is very solid.  Both front bumper and rear crossmember are in excellent condition which is very rare and hard to find.  The tail panel has never been messed with and is in great shape.  All gauges appear original.  The jeep comes with a complete MB motor but it is not original to the car as the vin is very high.  The data tags are long gone but the original frame tag is still on the frame.  I do have two original front seats that will go with the jeep.  Brass windshield clamps, filterette, front seat are all correct.  I do have four early GPW’s on Willys frame that will be on ebay soon as well as two more slat grills.  I will except offers through ebay for our mutual protection”

 
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1943 MB York, PA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was Make Offer

“Up for sale is my grandfather’s 1943 Willy’s Jeep. It needs a total restoring but it is 100% complete and was driven occasionally up to a few years ago by my father. The original title shows it as military issue and was recorded July 17, 1943. It has 53,000 original miles on it. THAT’S RIGHT 53,000 MILES. This is a Jeep restorer’s dream. Even has the original seats. THIS IS A DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH.”

 
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1944 MB Arbuckle, Ca $3800

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It’s not quite as original as claimed, but looks solid.

“1944 4x 4 Jeep Willys. Nice and runs great. Original except paint. Soft top. Flathead 4 Cylinder. Good tires and electrical. Please call 916.316.4550 or 530.476.2229. Thank you.”

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/2104738977.html

 
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1944 MB Portland, Or Make Offer

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The body appears solid.

“Military Jeep 1944 flat head 4 cylinder will run. Needs Work. No top. Floater rear diff. Make offer… Mike 503-229-4855 No emails please.”

http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/cto/2092341444.html

 
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1945 MB San Luis Obispo, Ca eBay (scam?)

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UPDATE: A reader contacted me about this Jeep.

He wrote, “The same jeep was listed some time ago and I contacted the seller. Long story short he sends out fake invoices from a know eBay scam address (email is listed on eBay’s security page as scam) I nearly fell for it but luckily did my homework before sending the money!”

Despite the $8000 price listed at ebay, the “actual price” is $35,000 and can be seen here: http://www.fbcollectorcars.com/1945_Willys_MB_Jeep.html

So, buyers beware …..

“This is a low mileage original 1945 Willys MB Jeep. I bought this Jeep from the original family in 2005. It was in a heated storage area for the last 35 years. I am the second owner of this fine piece.

This MB still has all original canvas seats cushions, crash pads, door straps, original data plates and the original windshield glass (with dates). The Jeep also has all (5) of its original Goodyear tires with the synthetic S3 markings. This is one of the nicest untouched MB’s.

Original Accessories Included with the Jeep:

Canvas Top – Completely Original
Canvas Windshield Cover
Canvas Half Doors
Safety Door Straps
ORD Tire Pump Mounted under the Rear Seat
Hand Crank Mounted behind the Rear Seat
Grease Gun Mounted in the Bracket under Hood
Fire Extinguisher Mounted in Bracket
Oil Can Mounted in the Bracket on the Firewall
Original TM9-803 Manual in the Glove Box
Spare Parts Kit / Tool Kit / Jack and Lug Wrench

Asking $8000”

View all the info on eBay

 
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1942 Slat Grille MB Sebastopol, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200

This one might be worth a look.

“1942 willys jeep mb this has been our hunting jeep for as far back as I can remember it has been converted to 12 volt stock flathead engine it starts runs drives and stops. We used it every deer season then it got covered and stored. It is the rarer of the 1942 mb models it has a glove box and the slat grill . It also has historical plates. First 2200 takes it no emails no spammers!”

 

 
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1942 Slat Grille (no jockey box) MB Goffstown, NH **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3900

(10/21/2010) Here’s an early Slattie.

“This is  a 1942 Willys Slat Grill MB. Its a project I bought years ago and has been sitting in collection mode ever since. Meaning I have been accumulating the parts to restore her. I decided I wasn’t likely to get to this project or my #277 45 CJ so I’m letting them go. The 45 is gone so here goes the Slatty. I’m selling it just as I bought it with the exception of it now has the original slat grill on it as when I bought it someone had put a stamped MB grill on it. Guess they thought it looked better. The serial number of the slat is 112200 and the body tag and frame tag both match. The 3 tags are still on the dash but one has a small piece cut out of it for some unknown reason.The engine SN is MB219002 which I believe is a later motor. I’ve never tried to start it, but the motor turns freely. The transmission is original with the right hand fill and I believe the transfer case is original as well. The transmission and transfer case are stuck in gear as it sat outside for many years before I bought it. I’ve never tried to free them up or look at them. The drive shafts are disconnected so you can move it. I believe the spare tire carrier is correct. It has the “gas” gage and the 30 amp meter. The key switch is still there with the key. The windshield frame is rock solid. The hood has a round hole cut in it. It does have the riveted “slat grill” oil pan. The frame is good. It has one of the 2 hinge tool box lids in place with the lock. The drivers seat is the original split back rail but the pan has been opened up for the larger filler. Take a look at the pictures and if you have any questions just ask. If it doesn’t sell I’m going to spend a few hours on it and see if I can get it running and driving….”

 
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1945 MB Lewis County, Wa $3800

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Lots of parts, but lots of work, too, for the price.

“THIS JEEP IS IN RESTOREABLE CONDITION ( this means there is work involved)
This jeep engine starts up and runs.. sounds beautiful.
Title in hand.
Items included :
2 extra hoods ( total of 3)
1 extra engine
1 extra transfer case
5 split rim wheels ( 4 are on jeep one on spare)
5 new inter-tubes
4 new tires ( 1 on jeep rt now)
Windshield glass is NOT broken
4 wheel dust covers
Nuts and bolts
Pedal
Brackets and handles
Axel
Drive line
2 gauges
New air filter parts
you can see more pics here http://s1008.photobucket.com/albums/af206/distracted1968/

http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/2027329494.html