Plans for this sidewalk jeep were posted on eBay for sale. Originally published in the March 1948 issue of POPULAR MECHANICS, the plans are also available for free at Google Books.
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Vintage Jeep Punchboard on eBay
Given these were designed to be punched, this is likely a pretty rare item. The seller certainly believes it is! Great piece. You can see other types of punchcards here: http://www.ebay.com/bhp/punch-board
“WONDERFUL WWII JEEP PUNCH BOARD.
PIECE IS UNUSED, BUT PUNCH IS MISSING FROM THE BACK.
THIS WILL STAND UPRIGHT WITH THE WHEELS TURNING WHEN ROLLED.
IT MEASURES APPX. 9 1/2 TALL 11 1/4 WIDE & 3 1/2 INCHES DEEP.
GREAT ESTATE FIND!!!!!”
Coin Operated Jeep Allen, TX **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.
It works.
“Vintage coin operated jeep. Originally $.05 but has been changed to $.25 works! $800 Obo”
Armyish Toy Jeep Flower Mound, TX $5
This looks like a great price.
“I have an Army Jeep toy that is for sale. It is large (measureing 18.5 inches from bumper to bumper.) The front windshield folds down flat on the hood. Your little one can have many adventures with this toy. I am asking only $5.”
Go Kart Penitas, TX **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price
“Here I leave a novelty Exxxtreme cycles, this is a willys jeep as 1941.
Really, it’s like the same jeep, comes with spare tire, spare fuel tank, this Jeep has a 125cc engine is 3-speed, but it is not standard, is semi automatic, has very comfortable seats, light brake, front light, HYDRAULIC brakes, 4 stroke, do not have to mix gasoline with oil. Here we offer a one year warranty, is included engine, transmission, parts and labor. In addition, we have layaway plan, and financing.”
USAF Hamilton Pedal Jeep Los Lunas, NM **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $150.
It could use some restoration.
“$150 or trade (let me know what you have)”
Pedal Jeep in Mumbai, India
Glenn Woudenberg wrote me a note saying this pedal jeep was spotted at a Bazaar in Mumbai, India. That seems to me to be a good excuse to go to India. It kind of has a ‘high hood’ feel to it. The wheels look similar to a Tri-ang.
1976 an Empire Blue Jeep w/ Trailer on eBay
If I weren’t saving for our March California trip, I’d bid on this pair.
“For your consideration is an Empire & Carolina Enterprises plastic jeep and trailer (1976). The jeep measures 16 inches long. These are in overall good condition with wear, marks, scratches, and bends. The trailer has a broken hook, but these will display very nicely.”
Mitsubishi CJ-3B Toy on eBay
I don’t know how rare this toy is, but it looks like an interesting piece. I googled to find another example, but couldn’t locate one. This toy is located in Mexico, so know that before purchasing it. Given the Mad Max label on the box, I’m wondering if this is more like mid 1980s?
“VINTAGE RARE AND NICE, ALITALIA MITSUBISHI JEEP J52, MADE IN JAPAN CIRCA 70’S. BY THE EXTINCT FACTORY MADMAX SCALE 1/43, IN VERY GOOD CONDITIONS, IN BOX, I AM NOT EXPERT TO EXPLANE THE KIND OF ITEMS BUT I TRY TO WRITE THE BEST I KNOW, IF YOU ARE COLLECTOR OF THIS CAIN OF TOYS, PLEASE DON’T LET PASS THE OPORUNITY TO HAVE THEM IN YOUR HANDS, VERY, VERY RARE!!”
Blaine’s Toy Swap Meet Finds
It looks like Blaine did well at a collectible toy swap meet. The yellow ride-on jeep is from 1979 and was made in Canada.
Tonka Surrey Lincoln City, OR $40
Mini Replica Mesick, MI $2650
UPDATE: Still Available
(11/22/2013) It even comes with a winch.
“cj2a mini jeep replica. 12 hp kohler, electric start, hydrostatic drive. tube frame, head-tail-driving lites, electric wench, all work. runs good. would make a great off-road club advertisement piece, or paint olive drab & use for veterans club parade vehicle. $2650.00 obo. two3142nine1197. no calls between 9pm & 9am.”
Home Made (?) Tin Toy Jeep on eBay
Marc found this unusual hand made toy jeep.
“Vintage Tin Toy US Army Jeep
Windscreen moves up and down. Metal wheels.
No visible maker’s mark. Looks handpainted and possibly handmade.
measures approximately 9.75″ long, 4.75″ wide (side mirror to side mirror)”
Ride-em Erector Set from 1960s **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
I don’t remember these toys in the old Sears Catalogs. The cover has a jeepish sort of vehicle.
“GILBERT RIDE-EM ERECTOR BOXED SET 15x21x5.5 deep box contains complete.From 1965. Box has creases, some missing surface paper.
Still displays Fine. Box lid and instructions show 5 different vehicles to be built including jeep, sports car, 3-wheel scooter, runabout and tractor. Instruction sheet has partially darkened with age
Instructions has been torn, all due to age. and wear and use!! This is an incredible Rare Erector Building set. 47 going on 48 Years OLD !!! SUPER VINTAGE !!! FOR ALL TOY COLLECTORS
This is the Ultimate Building Set, Builds, 5 different vehicles, all PARTS are accounted for. Box, shows wear, as shown on pictures. Please look at all pictures and message me any questions.
Obviously if this was Complete Mint from 1965 it would be worth thousands and thousands, probably not even have a known value. However these are rare and hard to find in any condition.
In 1965 A.C Gilbert Company went bankrupt in 1967, so with the financial issues, they didn’t make a massive run of production on sets before than.”
Structo Ride-on Jeep Chesterland, OH $75
Here’s a rather inexpensive ride-on toy.
“Vintage Structo Ride on Pressed Steel Jeep Ride on. $75.00. See pictures for condition. Cash and local pick up only. Sold as is where is. Call with questions or offers. Call 216-9seven0-42zero9.”
Wind up Fire Brigade Jeep
This looks like a neat old toy.
“From warehouse find: super nice and now rare sturdy tinplate Fire Brigade Jeep with trailer.
The toy is completely made of thick tinplate, except for the figures, fire hose and ladders. It has a total length of 10½” (270 mm).
The toy was made by the small firm of Joyax of France, between 1953 and 1978.
The toy is in mint condition but has some minimal production traces.
It has a classic wire spring mechanism and in it comes in its absolutely stunning box. Please check the 4th picture where you can see that the manufacturer used recycled tin to produce these toys. The part of the text visible relates to a battery ;)”
1950s Photo of Pedal Jeep
Hugh forwarded this photo. It looks to me to be very similar to the unidentified jeep (rusted white and blue one) from France at this link: http://cj3b.info/Toys/RidingToysID.html It’s got the high hood, the right wheels, a similar seat and more.
1959 Garton Pedal Jeep Las Colinas, TX $250
Looks lightly used.
“Antique Pedal Car in good condition. Great Christmas Present 940-390-2140”
WW2 Model Jeep Seattle, WA $30
Anyone recognize this model?
“I have this vintage looking WWII Army Jeep Model up for sale in excellent condition. It measures 4.75″ tall x 8″ long x 4.5″ wide and is
First come, first served. I will not hold without a deposit. I’ll delete this ad when it’s sold. Please no low ball offers. All gmail, live and hotmail e-mails will be considered SPAM if not accompanied by a phone number.”
Ride on Truck Vero Beach, FL **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $650.
How about this odd Ride On Truck.
“Its runs and drives. It was custom built and will pull around grown ups with no problem. it has 2 adjustible seats for a small kid up to a grown up. Its powered by electric and and has a working horn. $650 takes it. calls only.”
Homemade Toy Kid’s Jeep Broken Arrow, OK **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $250
Looks like someone built a nice kid’s toy.
“Completely handmade. Can fit 2 small kids in the seat. You can steer it with the steering wheel.”
Roy Rogers Horse/Jeep $90 & Cast NellyBelle $48 Makato, MN
UPDATE: Dave Overland dropped by the store that listed the plastic toy jeep at the bottom of the post. He found a cast Roy Rogers Jeep for sale as well.
These toys are at the Antiques & More in the River Hills Mall (across from Movies 8) in Mankato. Store hours Monday-Saturday 10AM-9PM and Sunday 11AM-6PM.
1. Cast NellyBelle $48:
2. Roy Rogers Horse Trailer and Jeep $90: I checked eBay and there’s a similar one listed at $125. It looks like this is missing the top of the box.
“Roy Rogers Horse Trailer and Jeep (NellyBelle) in the original box (top flap of the box is missing). Includes Trigger, Roy and Pat. Only $90.00.”
1940s Ma Jeep on eBay
Marc discovered this rare toy for auction on eBay. The toy is located in France.
Jeep Puzzle Key Chain on eBay
I’ve never seen a puzzle key chain like this in the form of a jeep.
Tour de France Jeep Toy on eBay
Craig spotted this rare jeep. I wish I had the extra nickels to compete for it. It includes four plastic bicycles, too.
“Up for auction is a very nice old unused Tour de France car with 4 bikes. It is in Original Box. The Jeep with the bikes is 5.25 inches long x 2.75 inches at the front fenders. The front of the windshield says Tour de France with 2 French flags. It is a very pretty mint green color This toy shows no signs of any use. The box and toy are in very good condition. The box shows 2 figures in the front seat, but it does not appear to have them, not that they are missing. There are no marks where they might have been. Ask questions and bid carefully. Paypal ships fastest. Thanks”