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Jeep/Subaru Lakebay, WA **Status Unknown**

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UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was “make offer”.

The mod was originally done in the late 70’s and has been basically unchanged. Flat fender Bantam/Jeep placed on Subaru Brat.

Needs some work, was running less then 30 days ago, may have fuel/carburetor problems. Let’s talk, open to certain trades (tractor with bucket /Motorcycle)

4x part time, front wheel when not.”

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1947 CJ-2A Galveston, TX **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A, Unusual • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2990

(08/04/2014) This jeep has a few odd features.

1947 Jeep Willys. No Rust…GREAT condition. Lots of extras.. 
Daily driver. Cash only.. Drive away in your dream Jeep Willys..
this is a one of a kind.. this is a must see..”

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1957 CJ-3B Airport Jeep Albuquerque, NM **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: CJ-3B, Unusual • TAGS: , , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Was on  eBay

” What a find. A 1957 Willys CJ-3B Luggage Conveyor Jeep. This vehicle was owned by TWA in Albuquerque New Mexico for the early part of it’s life. It was later used by Texas Air as a luggage conveyor to load their aircraft. This vehicle is complete, minus the conveyor for loading, but the front mounts are included. The engine turns but it doesn’t run at this time. This vehicle will have to be restored. There is information and pictures of similar Jeeps used at airports at cj3b.info.”

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1946 CJ-2A Pittsville, MO **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: Features, Unusual • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000

(08/14/2014) It’s a Dodge cab on a ’46 jeep.

1946 Willy’s Jeep. Entire running gear in good condition. 1940 dodge truck cab. Been barn stored since the 60’s. Worth 1,000 in scrap, asking 2,000 or best offer. Wanting this to go to a good home and hopefully reach full restoration”

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The Shed’s Willys Wagon BBQ

• CATEGORIES: Features, Unusual, Willys Wagons • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This one-of-a-kind smoker and BBQ was built from a 1954 Willys Wagon. It was created as a portable bbq kitchen for a restaurant in Mississippi called the The Shed (actually, two restaurants now) founded by the Orrison family. They chose to use a Willys because, “it’s like the oft repeated mantra of cooking great barbecue: You have to drive it ‘low and slow.'”

Medium.com has a long story about The Shed and their experience at a BBQ competition.

Here are a few photos from medium.com and from USA Today:

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Odd Crosley in Massillon – Brewster, OH **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: Unusual This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500

Displayed here and for sale is this half or quarter scale Jeep Crosley. It was fabricated by a vocational school in Medina or Wooster area probably in the early 1960’s. It has been at our farm every since and has supplied generations with lots of fun driving it around the farm.

It is powered by a Wisconsin engine which is mated to a Crosley transmission and drive train. It is built on a Crosley frame.

It is very heavy gauge metal and can take a real beating. It is two wheel drive.

It has not been ran for a number of years now, but like every time before it has sat… a bit of carb cleaning and a battery and I am sure it will start and provide yet another family with hours of great fun.

It is a novelty and a one of a kind unique vehicle we feel is worth every penny of the $1500 asking price we’ve put on it… but if you have something that you’d love to trade or have cash burning a hole in your pocket… we’ll talk with reason.”

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1948 Willys Overland “Stordor” Bodied Van

• CATEGORIES: Camping, Features, Unusual • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Here’s a rare look at a Willys Overland Chassis with a StorDor body (see late 1940s brochure at bottom). What’s unusual with this van is that at some point it was turned into a motor home. While this former laundry van’s current fate is unknown, Larry, the former owner, has shared some information about it. He writes:

I had an old van registered as a Willys Housecar from 1948. Body was on a 2T frame and was modified with a Chevy inline six. Boy do I miss her…I had to leave her in shambles ten years ago

I was told that an old man in Moorpark, Ca. had custom built the interior and as seen on the exterior, the most probable “Bakery” in blue and with imagination, “To your door” showed up on the driver’s side through the house paint that is flaking off, suggesting that she was once a bakery delivery van. The previous owner had received it as a joke some time before I got it in 1980. I don’t know if it even exists anymore. She was dependable but scary with the feeling of tipping ever present like the willies you’d get in a CB or MB of, say, 1940’s circa. 

On another note, I had a friend who had a 1947 Ford van similar to this Willys I owned and it had a grill in the bell shape as mine was.

You can view all the photos of Larry’s old Van here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/lrgvanman/sets/72157604163626267/

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You can just make out the “Willys Overland” signature on the speedometer.

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1945 GMC New Hampshire

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No jeep, but I just thought this hauler was cool.

http://nh.craigslist.org/ctd/4516878429.html

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1944 MB Reno, NV **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: MB, Unusual • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5,749.

(06/26/2012) Here’s an unusual MB Josh spotted.

“1944 Willys MB Jeep Classic. One of a kind — excellent condition! A definite eye catcher. Just in time for Hot August Nights! 95% restored stock. 12 volt system. No rust, no dents. Newer paint, sprayed rhino liner on inside floor. New interior and top. New brakes including master cylinder and slave cylinder. New wheel bearings and seals, new fluids including differentials. Newer tires, recent tune-up. $10,500 obo. No trades. Serious inquiries only.”

 
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1954 Unusual JeepRod Fortedward, NY $3000

• CATEGORIES: CJ5, Jeep Rods, Unusual This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

It’s still a project.

It a project a lot of part ! For some one who wants a hotrod or rat rod then no one elts has rolling around ! Need some one who wants to finish , I have to many projects and don’t have the time to finish this one it set up with a auto sbc $3000 cash sorry no trades”

http://glensfalls.craigslist.org/cto/4474258658.html

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Six Wheeled Flatfender in India

• CATEGORIES: Builds, Features, Unusual • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Parminder Mangat shared this custom flat fender build from India.

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1949 ‘Fire’ Jeepster **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: Fire/Police/Industry Vehicles, Jeepster, Unusual • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Was $6500. **SOLD** Now in Napa Valley.

“Really rare 1949 jeepster firetruck runs drives.”

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Hawaiian Jeep Shirt Size Large on eBay

• CATEGORIES: Features, Unusual This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Perfect for your next trip to Hawaii! This one is tempting. It’s just unusual enough . . . It reminds me of my Ford GP shirt.

“TORI RICHARD Rare Vintage Safari Jeep Lion Puma Mens Hawaiian Camp Shirt L
Short Sleeve – Button Down
Material: 100% Rayon
Color: Green, Brown, White, Other
1 Pocket on the chest
Care instructions: Machine washable
Pre-owned and in Very good to Excellent condition
Measurements were taken while laying flat – Approximate
Tag Size: L
Chest armpit to armpit: 25″
Length collar seam to bottom seam: 30.5″
Please see photos for more details
Comes from a smoke free environment”

View all the information on ebay

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1947 Jalopy Jeep Daytona Beach, FL **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A, Unusual • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500

This is . . . unique.

“47willy jeep title runs good have tub fenders grill lights ect call for test drive”

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Mike’s Electric 1953 M-38A1

• CATEGORIES: Features, M-38A1, Unusual • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Robin discovered this cool jeep: an electric 1953 M-38A1.

Robin writes, “The owner, Mike Sudik, is an electrician and president of Big Sky Solar Wind out of Missoula, MT. Mike removed the engine several years ago (now owned by Robin) and replaced it with a DC electric motor. The top speed has been 45 mph and goes about 60-90 miles on a charge.  The “top” is actually a solar panel used to charge the 12V system for his PA and stereo.

He has detailed his adventure at: http://www.bigskysolar-wind.blogspot.com/. On his website are pictures showing how he accomplished the task. He had the Jeep listed as a CJ-3A but he now knows that it is an M-38A1. In fact, he probably got way more info (from me) than he ever expected. 🙂 He is a really great guy and I thought your readers might like to see what he has done. I have some pictures here:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/alturusphoto/sets/72157640164517713/

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1952 Truck Montpelier, VT $3900

• CATEGORIES: Unusual, Willys Trucks This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Need a jeep that’s a little taller? Here it is.

“52 willys cab on top of custum frame tons of stuff.spun berring in motor its a 454 big block, i have another motor that will go with it for nether $1000.oo.350 trany , 5 ton transfer case 2.5 ton rockwell axles welded front&rear, hydro steering, pion brakes , new aluminum radator race seats new pull headers, 16 gallon fuel sell, b&m shifter,its all painted green and bed is made just have make rear fenders. cage needs finishing, sure forgot lot stuff asking $3900 obo.cash posable trades .i also have the doors just not on or painted. text or call with questions. come c in person get much better idea.”

http://burlington.craigslist.org/cto/4268080131.html

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1958 FC-170 Ocala, FL **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: FC150-FC170-M677, Unusual • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on ebay.

Designed for carrying hunting dogs and more makes this an unusual FC.

“Up for auction is this unique 1958 Jeep FC-170. This is a Forward Control model with a 3-speed manual shift. The previous owner had the rear body fabricated especially for hunting. The hunting body features upper and lower seats that still have the original protectors on them. The body was designed for transporting and running hunting dogs. It features kennels for the dogs, coolers, a water tank, and racks for holding guns. This is a well designed and built unit, with solid doors, sturdy frame, it even has cushioned armrests on the hunting seats. The upgraded front bumper features a wench. Previous owner said that the mileage shown was original.

This Jeep has currently been started up and driven a small distance. The engine sounds great and the brakes seem to be working. The headlights are also working. The wench on the front has not been tested out. This is a solid and pretty complete Jeep for a 1958. The previous owner kept it in a garage since 1976 (the last time it was registered). It does need new tires and a brake checkup, once those are done it should be ready for use.

The cab is in good shape, the floor pans are solid.”

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1961 Truck Emporia, KS **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: Unusual, Willys Trucks This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500.

A right hand drive truck? Here’s a rare jeep spotted by Dan.

“1961 Willys Pickup right hand drive spring over two wheel drive 350 V 8 with automatic very little rust bed is excellent shape original patina and original interior”

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1947 CJ-2A Truck Missoula, MT **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A, Unusual, Willys Trucks • TAGS: , , , , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800.

(06/05/2013) I’ve never seen another jeep truck quite like it! Possible CJ-2L?

“Vehicle has been customized, lengthend and widened by adding Jeep Pick-up running gear and fenders.
has original 4 cylinder engine, and running gear. It is in good running condition. Owners manual included. More photos available”

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1962 International Truck/Car Thing

• CATEGORIES: Unusual This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Nate found this Craigslist oddity of the week.

“for sale or possible trade 1962 intenational rat-rod has all power options power windows ,seats ,tilt cruise,power trunk,4 wheel diskbrakes work good, emailme withwhat you got or send pictures and leave a # to reach you ,only interested party only . no scammers or jokers ,dont waiste my time ? this internatnal has agood title .would trade on older restorablela classic must have good title thanks”

http://winstonsalem.craigslist.org/cto/4267719660.html

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Unusual Custom Austin Jeep Boise, ID **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was Make Offer

Randy spotted this unusual vehicle. Jack has left a message with the owner in hopes we can learn whether this was a kit or a custom project or something else.

“This is a one of a kind that I know of.
Late 1940’s or early 1950’s. Austin devon chassis with a modified Jeep body on it.
Unfortunately, this is a project that I do not have time for. Sad to see it go. Make me an offer.”

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1948 CJ-2A Spanish Fork, UT $3450

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $3450.

(11/17/2013) This has some unusual mods.

“This is a 1948 Willey’s Jeep, runs good (but does need new shocks, yes they had shocks back in 1948). Has been used as a hunting jeep. The four wheel drive does work good.

My son is going to kill me for selling this – please serious inquiries only – if you just want to look just drive by, but if you are serious please give me a call or text.”

http://www.ksl.com/auto/listing/931953?ad_cid=6

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Year? CJ-2Aish Athens, GA **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A, Unusual • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.

Does not run at the moment.

“Jeep Willy’s rat rod, Custom fabricated Jeep willys and Toyota/Nissan truck bed together with chevy 350 engine, 4bl carb, auto trans and 8 lug truck axles. 2wd. I purchased off ebay several years ago and had shipped to GA and it ran and lot drove then. (NOT STREET LEGAL, no turn signals/brake lights). frame is orginal jeep with extensions welded on to create longer wheelbase. It appears to be chevy suspension.

It has sat for over 3 years in my shop, so it will need to be towed and gas tank probably flushed out. I do not have to sell and will not accept any offers, just trying to help finance my home remodel/addition if possible if not I will keep this Jeep in the shop until I have time to finish.”

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Custom Made Hunting Jeep (Jeepster?)

• CATEGORIES: Advertising & Brochures, Features, Jeepster, Magazine, Unusual • TAGS: , , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: II: Thie Buick shown below was featured in the Jan 1950 issue of Popular Science (pg 99)

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http://books.google.com/books?id=vSwDAAAAMBAJ&printsec=frontcover&source=gbs_ge_summary_r&cad=0#v=onepage&q&f=false

UPDATE: Javier provided the following information. I guess there was some competition among the ranches? Below are two photos of other hunting vehicles.

He wrote, This is very similiar to one of the hunting cars used on the King Ranch. The Kenndy Ranch mentioned in the arcticle is adajcent to the King Ranch. Below is a picture of the car made for the King Ranch. (From this link to the University of Texas)

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Here’s the hunting wagon from Texas featured on eWillys a couple years ago (seems I’ve deleted the original post related to it:

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David Silberman forwarded this unusual photo from a rare April 1951 issue of Willys Salesbuilder. This one looks like it might have been build on a Jeepster platform.

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From this same issue are these two parade float photos:

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Year? Shortened Wagon Lowell, MI **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: Unusual, Willys Wagons • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.

Here’s another shortened wagon.

“Perfect winter project . Neat little custom Willys panel wagon . Not sure what year it is . 50’s? It’s a little ruff but with a little TLV , you will have a neat little run around jeep .”

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