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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.”
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.”
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.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
This body was widened 6″ … was it done because they could? Also, the rear appears to have been cut and a custom extension added (I don’t think that’s the bolt on extender I’ve seen other some other jeeps).
“The body was widened about 6 inches by Southwestern College years ago. It really is a nice configuration. I have the original military air cleaner setup. It has been converted to 12-volt alternator electrical. The rest of the drive train is stock with the flathead four and works great. The tow bar works great and uses a 1 7/8″ ball. I am selling because I need the covered parking space and my son, who loved and cared for it, will be out of the country for years. Driven regularly. Clean title. 4-wheel drive works fine. Lots of fun! $3500 firm.”
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:
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!!!”
UPDATE: Colin reports the Surrey sold for $23,000 plus a $2300 buyer’s premium (see comments). Thanks for the followup!
Laurie pointed out some Willys at the Barret-Jackson website.
1960 DJ-3A Surrey Scottsdale 2011 Auction
1945 MB Scottsdale 2011 Auction
1946 CJ-2A Scottsdale 2011 Auction
1953 M-38A1 Scottsdale 2011 Auction
UPDATE: Was $2000. **SOLD**
(02/25/2010) “I have a 1943 Willys Jeep and a 1946 Willys jeep for parts to go with it. Good title on the 1943 jeep. The ’43 runs but has a 1954 engine in it. Most parts you would need to make it right are on the ’46. $2000 firm.”
This is another sounds-to-good-to-be-true, but I’ll post it anyway. Besides, that looks like they used the picture of a toy jeep.
“1940’s willys army jeep… Motor not to far from running…no paper-work great lil restoration project MUST SELL ASAP. REPLY BY EMAIL FOR MORE INFO!!! PIC BELOW IS JUST SO CAN SEE WHAT TYPE OF JEEP IT IS…”
UPDATE: An eWillys reader bought this one. **SOLD**
This has some updates. Note the unusual transmission cover. I wonder what the circular thing is?
“1943 jeep mud tires 283 chevy engine very good condition street legal title in hand fun”
UPDATE: See the comments below. This may be another NM Scam.
No pics provided.
“Old Willy year model original 1944 in fair running condition, in need of restoration , new mexico body not much rust on this one , was told it was original us navy , but to not know for sure, has an old canvas top needs replacing, it is still usable, only surface rust on the whole body, 4cylinder engine 3 speed transmission, the frame has never been cut up to put in a big V8 price is firm, if I cannot sell it for this price I will sell it for scrap steel next week. the jeep was given to me by my brother who pass away 2 years ago, I tried to fix things on it but no one would help me out. So got fed up with it and I do not even use it or need it it is taking up part of my yard space, and I got it for free , so I don’t really care about it. I have a good title in hand , email me for address to come view and bring cash. I will not hold it for any callers, first come first serve, Please to not email with stupid questions I might trade for other items , let me know what you have to trade. and please will not trade for things that go bang bang.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(11/30/2010) The sellers has a rolling chassis for sale as well.
“1940’s Jeep*** Can be restored or used for parts…Has 225 buick v6, has chevy steering,,Asking $1000.00 for complete jeep,will also consider selling in parts…** Check out the photos. **
Jeep Parts For Sale……..Selling complete 1961 F- Head Engine & Frame with Front & Rear Axles……….** Check out photo ** Make me an offer…..
Numatic Over drive for older jeep.. Fits Model 18 transfer case..good condition..$500.00 firm on the price..
Email or Call for prices on parts or more info. 805-472-2207 or # 831-737-7473.. If no answer leave mess. I’l return your call. I will delete this post when all items have sold..Thanks for checking out my ad..”
http://monterey.craigslist.org/cto/2159647244.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was Make Offer
This looks solid.
“This is 1942 willys jeep it has original motor in it with brand new carburetor and lot of new parts.The color is new too. It is an military jeep very hard to find. It needs little bit of parts. Make me am offer”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.
This might be a good deal. This looks to be a mix of parts.
“Its been sitting for years, it’s all there, needs lots of love, can deliver for gas.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3200.
This looks solid.
“1945 Army issue Willys Jeep, Chevy SB 283 engine, Muncie 4 spd transmission, T18 transfer case, 3″ Rancho lift, olive drab.”
This has seen some customizations.
“1944 Willys Jeep NOT original but excellent hunting rig. The jeep has an engine from a 1954 willys the rest of the drivetrain is original. 4×4, has AM/FM/CD player with polk audio marine speakers, KC lights, stainless steel gas tank, also has stainless steel diamond plate Throughout, new clutch. EVERYTHING WORKS! I do have title in hand will take $2500 without trailer or consider trade for willys wagon. For more info call 915-269-9224.”
http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2157789532.html
Best offer takes this project. It appears to have a roll cage as well.
“Vintage 1942 Jeep, with a straight 6 engine, Best Offer. I don’t know a lot about Jeeps or cars in general, the jeep is part of an inheritance and has been sitting in the back yard for over 10 years, I had it towed to my place but haven’t had any time to change the fluids to run it, I did get a new battery for the jeep and it does try to turn over but I did not try to start it, the jeep is sold as is with a clear titel in hand, I have no idea for pricing so the jeep is being sold for best offer.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/2153880576.html
No pics provided.
“1941 Navy Willys tub with fenders, grill, 2 hoods and CJ2A frame. Tub is in pretty good shape for age and the grill is nearly perfect. Would be good project. Asking $350.00 for all. Email questions or to setup time to come look at it.”
This has a variety of updates and runs/drives.
“ford Jeep GM v-6 , T-90 trans, T-18 Transfer, Waren Overdrive, Runs and drives , Good Father Son Project. or Prospector . Willing to trade , Not Tatts , Eclectronics or It ran when parked years ago BS. Trade for Gold Silver coins , 2nd Amendment Items , Old Car or Truck must run no major problems , Cash is always best. E-mail only , Tell me right off what you have to trade if I like I’ll answer anything you want to know , sorry but to many spammmers .”
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/cto/2145419493.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Unclear what new parts come with it.
“1945MB willys jeep partly restored lots new parts call”
UPDATE: Still Available
(08/01/2010) This is an unusual jeep. How about those two mini roll bars on each rear wheel well …
“’41 Willys Jeep MB, has ’48 “F” head 4cyl with standard 3 spd. Gas tank has been moved to the rear between the frame rails. Has electric fuel pump with reg. . Many parts replaced or updated, to many parts to list. VERY FUN JEEP . Extras: * another ’48 “F” head engine * automatic trany with overdrive * Two sets of wheels and tires”
http://eugene.craigslist.org/cto/2143422362.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** was $4500
(11/7/2011) Is part of the back bumper missing?
“Nice older Jeep
Its my dads jeep 1943 I think
Clean title
runs good”
UPDATE: **SOLD** was on eBay
Here’s a slattie project.
“You are bidding on a great restoration project. I am thinning out my collection because I have a few other rare vehicles that I’m in the process of restoring so some toys must go. This one up for auction is a 1941 Willys slat grill. It does have rust in the usual places such as front floors, fuel tank and driver side panel area. The jeep has been media blasted from top to bottom but surface rust is starting due to the fact that it was not primered. I was hoping to start restoration sooner but other projects have forced me to push it aside which is why I am selling. The frame is very solid and has also been blasted. I do have a front bumper and a rear crossmember that will go with the jeep. As can be seen in the pictures, the tail panel has been messed with and will need to be fixed. The jeep comes with a complete MB motor but it is not original to the car as the vin is very high. I do have one front seat that will go with the jeep and a back seat. The jeep does have the original low windshield with the early brass windshield clamps which are hard to find. The jeep also comes with some hard to find parts such as the solid wheels and the original pancake air cleaner. ”
This appears in good shape.
“Registered 71 jeep; Rbuilt chevy 350 motor; Turbo 350 trans/ dana 44 posi;street legal power brake, power stering… please cal or text Will 909 9213888…. registered until jan2012”
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/2132874616.html
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”
