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Roger spotted this Marx jeep. Has this one been painted or did some of the Marx jeeps coming in multi colors like this?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/459577364684931/
“Metal toy Jeep and trailer made by Willy’s in the 1950’s.”
A few days ago while looking at Facebook in the Massachusetts area, this model jeep caught my eye. It was just different enough to cause me to look closer at it and, at 21″ long, I could tell it was an unusually large model. Even better, it was a very reasonable price. I contacted the seller, but, unfortunately, she was unwilling to ship it (I shed lots of tears!!). Since Ted Jordan lives in the area, I contacted him, but unsurprisingly, he had already had his eye on it. His daughter finally picked it up the other day and, thanks to Ted, we have some great detail pics of it.
According to Ted, “After closer inspection this thing is a beast weighing in at 18lbs and 21″ long and 9 1/2″ tall. Its super cool and I would have to say home made by somebody. Just doesn’t look like something you’d find at a store, very well built but also a little crude in some ways. The guy is also pretty neat; he’s molded to sit in an upright position and, although Im not sure if he was made at the time of the Jeep, he seems to fit with the size and overall look of the piece. Jeep seems to be a mix of wood and metal fenders, windshield frame, underside, and most of the small parts as well being metal.
I’ve taken the some of the pics with a few more common Jeeps (Tonka,Marx,and the small JH Millstein Glass candy container Jeep) to show the crazy size comparison. I’d love it if you could post some pics of this Jeep and see if any of the other guys have any info on this thing or anyone has ever seen one like it.”
This auction just expired yesterday ($24 starting bid). This is one case where the box may be better than the toy itself. I can’t imagine there are many of these boxes left.
View all the information on ebay
“DATES TO THE LATE 1940s or early 1950’s.
BEAUTIFUL RARE LITTLE 4″ TOY PLASTIC JEEP ,MOLDED IN CAMO COLORED SWIRL PLASTIC AND IN THE SUPER RARE ORIGINAL BOX WHICH SHOWS SOME WEAR AND A BIT WARPED BUT DISPLAYS WELL WITH THE TOY AND IS A VERY HARD BOX TO FIND!”
There’s a few jeeps in the collection. There are 44 vehicles, so the price doesn’t seem all that bad.
https://milwaukee.craigslist.org/tag/d/oak-creek-vintage-toy-truck-and-car-lot/7005359849.html
“$349 for all or make offer for individual cars/trucks………..
Vintage Nylint Jumbo Dump Truck (yellow)
Vintage Tonka Jeep (Robin Egg Blue)
Tonka 768 Dump Truck (yellow)
Vintage Tonka Tonka Mighty 4×4 #14 (black)
Vintage Tonka Turbo Diesel Cement Truck (yellow)
Vintage Tonka Turbo Diesel Crane (yellow)
Vintage Tonka Turbo Diesel Crane (yellow)
Vintage Tonka Car Hauler (red/yellow)
Vintage Tonka Rescue Van (with 1 nurse figure)
Vintage Tonka Toys 1950’s Red and Green Dump Truck
Tonka Jeep Dune Buggy (yellow/orange)
Tonka Army Jeep (olive drab)
Tonka Mini Purple Jeep Beach Buggy
Tonka Jeep Wagoneer Rescue Ambulance (white and orange)
Vintage Structo Auto Haul (yellow and red)
Vintage Buddy L ARMY Electric Search Light Unit truck
Vintage Tonka Aerial Ladder MFD Fire Engine Truck No. 5 1950″s
Vintage Tonka Medium size Pick-up Truck 4×4 – yellow and orange 7.5”
Vintage Tonka Medium size Pick-up Dump Truck – yellow 7.5”
Vintage Tonka Medium size Dump Truck – yellow 7.5”
Tonka 4×4 Pick-up with winch – yellow and black with orange flames 13”
Vintage Structo Cement Truck – orange 9” 1970’s
Vintage Nylint T-24 Crane (No bucket)
Vintage Tonka Car Hauler Motor Transport (light yellow)
Vintage Tonka Motor Transport Trailer (light yellow)
Vintage Tonka VW Beetle Bug (Red)
Vintage Tonka VW Beetle Bug (Turquoise)
Tonka Mud Runner 4×4 truck – Blue with red and yellow stipes’
Vintage Tonka road Grader with Tonka sticker on front (1970’s)
Vintage Tonka Road Grader
Vintage Tonka T-6 Bulldozer 1970’s
Vintage Tonka Dump Truck – yellow (1970’s)
Vintage Tonka Farms Truck – Mint Green
Vintage Nylint Dump Truck (yellow) 1960’s
Vintage Nylint Michigan Crane – (yellow) 1960’s
Vintage Tonka Semi Cab – (yellow)
Tonka Bulldozer with backhoe – (yellow)
Vintage Tonka mini Rescue Vehicle Set”
Maury and I thought this jeep bank was interesting. It is a Willys-Motors-parts-department-themed wagon that is listed as a ‘1953’. It was sold on eBay and now documented at WorthPoint. Anyone seen others of these?
https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/liberty-classics-1953-jeep-willys-491185253
This odd plastic jeep sporting a rocket includes the original box. Seller is accepting offers.
View all the information on ebay
UP FOR SALE VINTAGE RARE GREEK HARD PLASTIC WIND-UP MILITARY JEEP AIRFORCE BY ELVIP EARLY 70s MIB IN MINT NEVER PLAY CONDITION SEE PHOTOS FOR DETAILS.SHIPPING AND HANDLING $ 8 FOR GREECE $ 15 EUROPE $ 18 WORLD REGISTER.
Dan shared these two links of Tonka jeeps with pretty good prices (better than eBay before shipping costs).
Dennis is selling his Al-toy jeep on eBay.
View all the information on eBay
“1940’s AL-Toy cast aluminum Willys CJ2A Jeep by the Toledo Casting in great shape.
According to CJ3b.info these were given away to Willys-Overland executives from 1945-1949, some given away as promotional models.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $450.
Thought used, this still looks fun for kids. It’s not quite stock anymore, as a bell is installed on the front bumper (sometimes an “H” is on the hood, other times a bell); the front bumper (bumper isn’t stock either). This appears to be missing the hose and ladder as well. There is more about Fire Jeep toys on the CJ-3B Page.
Here’s a semi-restored Fire Patrol jeep that I believe shows how it should actually look:
UPDATE: After pondering it a while, I decided to get this set for Christmas … better late than never??
I would have been 11 when this jeep and glider set was released by Matchbox. I don’t remember seeing this combo in my 1976 Christmas Sears Wish Book. I’m feeling a bit cheated!
“Original 1976 Lesney England Matchbox Jeep and Glider
Transporter / Gliding Club.
This is a complete set; Condition C-6 due to numerous light marks
mostly on jeep. Not readily noticeable due to color, but can be easily seen under
magnification”
Here a set that’s in the original package (for $69) on eBay:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $375.
Roger Martin shared this Hamilton pedal jeep.
“Old kids jeep paddle car in good shape asking 375”
Adrian provided some details on a 1/3 scale jeep model he built from Toylander plans. He bought the plans in 2008.
https://www.adriantuckwell.co.uk/2017/03/11/i-built-an-electric-car/
The jeep now pictured on the Toylander website appears to be an improved version, as Toylander’s MB43 looks like it is more jeep-like. Prices vary depending on how complete you want the jeep to be.
UPDATE: Glenn notes that these are NOT Al-Toy wheels after all (see his comments below).
View all the information on ebay
“Post-WW2 West Craft (Al-Toy) heavy cast aluminum toys are incredibly rare and valuable. Parts are impossible to find. I bought these 1-3/4” wheels, but actually need just two size 2’-1/2” plus an axle. They are for a standard Willy’s Jeep.”
I didn’t know there were any Commando Car toys made. This is 30″ long!
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1713378238792862/
“German Military Jeep Removable parts Almost 30” long 10”high”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $25.
Home made?
“Metal Army Jeep. In good condition! 12″ long X 5″ wide. All is metal except for the plastic tires.”
This plastic toy is priced at $25. This is the closest toy I’ve seen to a CJ-2 (grille, windshield, mid-mounted tire, tailgate, no glovebox.
View all the information on eBay
“In decent condition for the age. They have signs of use. Please refer to pictures and use the zoom to see more details. I’m not antique dealer, collector or expert. The pictures describe the item along with any flaws and markings we can find the best we can.show Sold As Is. No returns.”
UPDATE: It’s actually an incomplete Structo Missile Defense Jeep. See this complete version to see what’s missing. https://www.collectorsweekly.com/stories/185118-i-inherited-a-structo-jeep-among-many-ot
https://memphis.craigslist.org/atq/d/henderson-antique-structo-army-jeep-sit/6981992789.html
“I have several toys for sale… This one is a Structo Sit-N-Ride Army Jeep. Tires are good and still can be rode. Has a storage compartment in the back for some Red Rider shut’em up gloves. Neat old toy. The price is $150 firm.”
Compare the one above to what an original looks like:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $350.
A fun bit of history.
“1950s Jeep Carnival ride. This this is in great condition for it’s age! Size 22” x 48” front wheel do steer!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $150.
Blaine spotted this combo that appear in good shape.
“Buddy L wooden jeep with trailer. Approximately 55″ x 15″ NOT A PEDDLE CAR”
This unusual build appears to be a kids’ ride-on toy.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/347361319295335/
“This is one bad to the Bone custom built pull wagons built by the one and only radio flyer wagon “Pete”. This is a must see!! Unbelievable build by Pete”
Frank shared these pics of toys his neighbor gave him. Anyone familiar with either?
The first toy is an odd one. The rabbit in the bubble spins as the jeep moves.
The second toy is a puzzle, as it’s in a CJ-2A box, so he’s not sure if this toy had it’s own box and the neighbor got confused or if it came in the 2A box. With all the nice details, one would expect the base would be correct, too.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
Jarek wrote an article about these for the CJ-3B page; some painted ‘gold’ were given to employees. The hood opens and the windshield folds down.
“RARE 1955 to 1962 Willys Kaiser Jeep CJ5 promo model in 1/25 scale. Well scaled with fold-down windshield and opening hood.Has the famous Jeep Hurricane engine. Missing steering wheel. All tires are good including the side-mount spare tire. Overall,not perfect but very nice. Displays well.”
Jon share this ad of an aspiring music student selling these Dinky toys. This is the closest I want to come to owning an Austin Champ again!
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2344965485825787/
Frédéric shared some pics of his “Ma Jeep” toy collection. He’s even got the original box. That’s a neat set!
UPDATE: Still Available. I last show it was listed for sale in Madras in 2009.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/847560688954992/?ref=messenger_share
“One of a kind Jeep pedal car. (large enough for a adult to ride ) custom hand built, extra heavy duty double wall construction . have to see to appreciate the craftsmanship and detail in construction. would make a great project to motorize ”
