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Looks good.
“1942 US Army 4X4 1/4 ton truck (Jeep). Frame-up restoration completed in 2008. Delivered to U.S. Army on Jan. 15, 1942. New canvas top in 2010. Steering, brakes, engine, transmission rebuilt. New tires, new body tub, seats, fuel tank, windshield, grille, fenders, engine hood . .Receipts available for all work completed. Have used for parades, shows, etc, 4 or 5 times a year. Always stored indoors.”
View all the info and pics on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $13,000
This looks real nice, but has a mix of dates and parts.
“Beautiful Willys MB. This is believed to be a 1945 MB, but year and serial number are unknown. Reproduction plates indicate a 1942 Willys. This jeep has undergone a frame off restoration and is perfect for parades, re-inactors, and collectors.
The frame is in excellent shape with minor work done on the front frame horns. The previous owner put in a rebuilt CJ2A/3A civilian flat head L-head engine. He said the engine was rebuilt a few years ago.
Everything has been gone through on this jeep and everything has been cleaned, repainted, or replaced with new, NOS, or repro parts.
Chassis and Drive Train: New leaf springs front and rear, new/rebuilt shackles, new shocks, new axle bumpers, frame stripped/blasted and painted, new front bumper, new gussets and new spring mounts – frame horns welded to repair some minor wear and tear.
Drive train has new u-joints, new clutch and bearing, new seals and bearings on tranny and transfer case which were drained, cleaned and repainted, and all fluids and gaskets replaced, new e-brake pads, hardware, and cable, new engine/tranny mounts, new brakes including all lines and hoses, new master cylinder, four new wheel cylinders. Rebuilt steering box and drag link with original re-painted steering wheel. Original rear bumperettes, repro. pintle hook. 5 new 6×16 6 Ply NDT tires on brand new combat rims. Tranny and transfer case real strong and work properly. Clutch does sometime keep from going into first, but will if you wiggle the shifter.
Engine: Runs strong and smooth, minor smoke at start up, relatively quiet engine, no misses. New Solex Carburetor , new fuel pump, rebuilt manifolds and new gaskets, new 12 volt alternator, new coil, new wiring, new battery, new hoses, new belts, new 180 degree t-stat, new temp. gauge, new ammeter, new fuel gauge and sender, new fuel lines, new plugs and wires. Brand new reproduction radiator and new cap.
Body: Bensinger MD Juan MB body kit; new tub, fenders, grille, windshield including new glass, new wipers, hood, seats, new fuel tank, new top bows, brackets and hardware, new canvas seats and top (Canvas is Beachwood and WEE BEE Webbing canvas), repro. shovel and axe, original 1945 dated Wheeling gas can, repro. water bucket, rebuilt authentic blackout lights, new headlights and tail-lights, repro data plates.
Misc: All new electrics, all new gauges, all lights, all new switches work properly. Brake tail lights do tend to stick on occasion.”
This looks in pretty good shape to me.
“This tub is off a 46 MB. It has cancer in the usual places, but is not tweaked and is in fairly decent shape. It’s been blasted so it’s ready to work on. You can come by & check it out in person at Army Surplus #4, 312 S. Dishman Rd. or call Dave, shop 509-928-4460, or cell 509-991-4573.”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/pts/3031413708.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
It might not be all stock, but it sure looks liek a great run around jeep for the price.
“Runs good, new tire and wheels
Needs master cylinder
Selling for a friend, Alaska Plates
More pictures upon request”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price.
It needs to go says the wife. Ran when parked twenty years ago . . .
“1945 Willys MB. This was given to Army ordinance in 1945.Serial# 422510. Needs complete restoration.Ran when parked but motor is now stuck from sitting.Was going to restore myself but never got around to it so after 20 years wife says it needs to go.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
(10/01/2011) Given that the grille and the rear end are from a CJ, I suspect this is a hybrid build.
“Re-built, new steel body, rebuilt orginal engine,trans, rear-end. Front wheel drive. New brakes and brakes lines, 5 new tires, spare 5 gallon gas can. Front seats upholstered. Not completely restored, missing some tie-down braskets and canvass top,speedometer gauge and cable.
Drives and runs good.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(03/24/2012) This looks solid.
“Runs great. Most of original equipment. Show only on Anderson Island”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/atq/3021090602.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200/each.
It’s a little rough, but plenty of parts there. I can’t tell much about the Wagon.
“I have an antique Willis Sedan and a Willis WWII Jeep. Both were my dads but have been sitting for a long time, both have some parts missing. I would love to fix them both up but I dont have the time two. Im not sure what theyre worth but I know they are both rare so im thinking $1200 or the best offer. You would have to find a way to move them and I can help.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
stin forwarded this unusual item. Some defrosting units were used during WWII, though those were 12 volt. They vary in price from $35 to over $100 depending on condition and completeness.
“Defroster kit that attaches to windshield and has a switch that mounts under dash and a fuse protector. 12-Volt.
Made by Durkee-Atwood Co.
It comes in the original green metal box
Also have an extra defroster switch and the original green metal box”
Not quite all original. The back has been cut out, too. I had a difficult time location Ewan on Google Maps. I had to switch to Mapquest to locate it.
“1942 willies jeep, all original motor is froze. With some TLC it would be a great toy! Call Pete 1-509-648-4079 or 509-288-1209 if no answer, leave message.”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/3016089212.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,800.
(12/07/09) “REBUILT and REPAINTED Dec 2008. NEW(top, N/D tires, radiator, clutch, throw out bearing) REBUILT (transmission, transfer case) Combat Wheels, axe,shovel, 12 volt electrical, strong running engine. Pictures available…send email address”
Looks like a solid jeep.
“1941 willys jeep for sale brand new engine call for more info. 5306819093”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/3002009312.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500
This looks like a nice flattie.
“1942 Jeep. (Willys) . Registered as 1949. Rebuilt Chevy 350 V-8. Runs great, can drive anywhere.$5500.00. About $10,000.00 invested”
This could use some work and paint.
“1945 flat floor, 2pc combat wheels. Titled, new 600-16 tires, runs great, owned for 20yrs, topical cabin heater with artic insulated top Call Dan at 651-380-4828 Let’s deal! I’m only post for him.”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/dak/cto/2999386823.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was listed at $3850.
(03/14/2012) This looks solid. The F head looks thoughtfully installed.
“F head engine, original jeep drive train, runs and drives well, current registration.”
It runs, but looks rough.
“Solid frame, runs great, working PTO. NO EMAILS
Call Bill 863-419-5757”
http://lakeland.craigslist.org/cto/2997506250.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was no price.
There are a mix of parts and rolling frames.
“1942 TO 1952
WILLYS JEEP
PLUS 4 PARTS JEEPS”
UPDATE: Still Available
(04/30/2012) There appears to be potential here. It runs and drives, too. Not too far from me.
“1945 Willys jeep. All original drive train, frame, and body. Original 4 cylinder motor that has been already converted to a 12 volt system. Runs and drives great. Needs new brakes and lights to be road legal. Has no title. $1500 firm. Any questions or if you want more pictures please call 509-520-6865.”
http://kpr.craigslist.org/cto/2987068096.html
Fresh paint …. everywhere.
“1943 Willy,s MB partial restoration fresh engine rebuild paint etc but still more to do . Many extra parts and manuals .Very fun to drive. (541)771-0250”
http://bend.craigslist.org/cto/2989270426.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(10/01/2010) There might be some value there … This was listed three years ago for $1400. According to the old post, this was ‘great grandpa’s jeep’
“1942 Willies MB, been in the family since the war. Buick V6 motor, has not run for 30 years, you will need a trailer to move. Come’s with a hard top, metal door’s wire frame door’s and a spare. Was a good creaper back in the day.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/2986528584.html
UPDATE: Paul just forwarded me a new video of his nicely modified flattie. He first sent me pictures of his jeep back in 2008. Below is the original post.
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgJPOX1QIoM
Published November 14th, 2008
Paul wrote to me the other day, professing he’s stricken with the dreaded flatfender disease. I told him to take two pills and send me more pics in the morning. Fortunately for all of us, he followed my advice and has sent me a variety of images of his labor of love for the past 3 decades.
Back in August of 1979, he innocently purchased a 1944 MB for only $800. It was pretty much all original, worn out, but in running condition.
It didn’t take long for Paul to decide to make a few upgrades, changing the engine to a V-6, purchasing a new body, and more. Then, at some point he decided the drive train needed updating, the tranny and transfercase should be swapped out, a bigger engine was needed, and the dreaded flatfender sickness had overtaken Paul.
The good news is that I believe the sickness has run it’s course, as he’s ended up with a beautiful jeep that will serve him well for years to come. Also, fortunately for Paul, he seems to encountered a disciplined form of the illness, as I don’t see 7 or 8 other flatfenders in various stages of disrepair out on the lawn :-).
You can view some additional pics of the tilting hood in this post.
Here are the specs:
Body: Acme all steel, replaced in 1980
Tilt front end: all steel, tilts on a roll cage fabricated from ½” pipe
Frame: From a 2 wheel drive Jeep Dispatcher. Frame is boxed, has dual shock mounts up front. This is a much stronger frame than the original.
Roll cage: custom made, mounts to frame in 6 places. Seats mount to cage along with spare tire.
Engine: I started with the original 4 cylinder flat head, then an odd fire 225 V6, finally the Chevy V8Chevy 350, 4 bolt main, bored .030 to make 355 cubic inches. Has all Eldelbrock aftermarket equipment including internals, aluminum heads and intake, along withdual quad carbs. The combination of 400 horsepower, short headers, and small glass pack mufflers, makes the thing sounds like a demon.
Transmission: Turbo 350 with B&M shift kit and converter
Transfer Case: Dana 20, Novak brand adapter
Differentials: Early 70’s Jeep, 3:73 gears.
Steering: Chevy column out of a Chevy Caprice along with Chevy manual box. The crazy thing is that the two bolt hole spacing that held the column in the Chevy was the exact spacing needed in the Willys
Brakes: Chevy master cylinder along with swing pedal (out of a Chevy Vega), has updated 11” drums along with emergency brakes.
Seats: The tilt column makes it easier to get into the high sided bucket seats. I lowered the seats down about 4″, and about 4″ to the rear by notching the body without making it look too butchered.
Some pics of the build process:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200.
(04/07/2012) This looks like a DJ Body and other parts that are definitely not MB.
“1944 Jeep Mb Willys, has a 4 cylinder flat head, it runs good. it has been converted from a 6 volt to a 12 volt. Body is in good condtion, almost no rust, has fiberglass patches. has a frame welded around body, and inside the body for more protection. Has an Aluminum gas tank, I have title in hand. Cool liitle Jeep! Call or text ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was listed at $3295
There are a couple patches, but otherwise might restore well.
“4 Cylinder flat head. 3 speed. 4 wheel drive. Hast op with doors but has surface rust on it.
Good body – no rust – Primer”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200
Here’s a good price on a slat grille.
“This is an Original Willys, not a Ford.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** was $3000
(02/08/2012) The body looks in good condition. The seller doesn’t want to cut it up for a planned rock crawler project.
“1942 Willys Willy,s MB jeep cj2a $3000
1942 AZ title but body tag differnt number wont pass NV DMV vin inspection 🙁
Runs and drives needs little work ( needs front bumper, tires soon, and cleaned up )
Diesel 4 Cyl ( was told motor was rebuilt and only has 2279 miles also was told it was a VW diesel motor?)
Have 5 matching aluminum wheels
4×4
Stock axles, Trans, T-case
Hard Top
Body on this jeep is super super clean no rust!”
