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February 1947 “Yes You Can” Ad on eBay

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This February 1947 ad promises the farmers can use Hydraulic-LIft Implement with the Universal ‘Jeep’.

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“THIS IS A LARGE ORIGINAL 1947 ADVERTISEMENT FOR THE UNIVERSAL JEEP THAT YOU CAN USE ON HYDRAULIC LIFT IMPLEMENTS, MANUFACTURED BY WILLYS-OVERLAND MOTORS IN TOLEDO, OHIO. AD IS IN GREAT CONDITION AND HAS EXCELLENT GRAPHICS. AD MEASURES 12 7/8″ X 10″.”

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Canfield Wrecker Plates **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

Shane spotted these rare Canfield Wrecker Plates on eBay.

“CANFIELD TOW BAR CO. TOW TRUCK METAL BADGE EMBLEM NAME PLATE VINTAGE RARE. this was on a wrecker boom from a jeep when it was common to use jeeps as tow trucks. they are in good condition a few minor dings(see pics) for there age, they measure 12″ long and 4″ high. looks like the model no. is C450L and serial no. is 9204.”

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1946 CJ-2A Paso Robles, CA $16,999

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Given the way the front grille mounts and the lack of frame horns, the frame may be an M-38 frame. Looks in good shape.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2835187323208897/

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“1946 Willey’s (Jeep) CJ2a VIN: 44654 condition: like new cylinders: 4 cylinders, but better drive: 4wd fuel: gas odometer: 8598 paint color: green size: sub-compact title status: clean transmission: manual type: other 1946 Willys CJ-2a This is the FIRST non-military model.

CJ-2a Complete frame on restoration on this vehicle. If you follow these Willy’s Jeeps closely, you understand that its very rare you see these early post-war jeeps pop up for sale. But, it’s even rare+ to see them restored to this condition. This 1946 Willy’s Jeep CJ-2a has an amazing color combination and 700 miles on it since its full restoration.

The CJ-2a was the first Willy’s Jeep used for non-war or peace duty (CJ = Civilian Jeep), but there is no denying the military forces influences on this early example. You cannot help but see the same basic style that brought victory in World War II. An icon like this does not need to be flashy, but the fresh coat of a deep green paint really adds a touch that is typically lost on these jeeps. Careful attention was made for the gaps, the paint is not wavy at all, and above the flashy green paint is a brand-new removable canvas top. Inside you will find black bucket vinyl seats, a 3-speed manual with a low and high-speed transfer case.

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March 1962 Articles on the Introduction of Tonka Jeeps

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In March 1962, two different articles highlighted the introduction of the Jeep line of Tonka Toys.

1. Toys and Novelties Magazine: The article in this magazine noted that part of the reason the Tonka company had the financial and physical capacity to produce a wide variety of toy jeeps was that it had recently gone public.

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2. Playthings Magazine: Given this article is very similar to the top article, I’d guess both were written from press releases.

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You can also learn more about Tonka jeeps at the CJ-3B Page.

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1968 M-715 Canton, MA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

Bill spotted this solid looking M-715 project with a generator in the back. Looks like it has potential.

“You are bidding on a 1968 Kaiser M-715 Jeep. 27k miles. This Jeep had been sitting in a garage since 1999 before I bought over this past winter.. I put it in my garage and haven’t had time to go through it. It turns over but doesn’t run…. it has a good frame, solid floors, drivers side rocker below the door is rusty, but the body is otherwise in good shape, has the 6 cylinder tornado motor, manual trans, 4×4, high/Low. Comes with a generator in the back, which I have no clue if it runs or not. Please not that we are selling this vehicle today as is, with a bill of sale, to the highest bidder of this auction AND it will be that persons responsibility to pickup this truck from our location”

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The First “Jeep”: Minneapolis Moline NTX

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UPDATE: The article below is one of a number of articles highlighting the “JEEP” Tractor from Minneapolis-Moline Implement Company: The NTX. One or both units were also tested at Holabird, so the term ‘jeep’ used to describe a vehicle didn’t originate with the Bantam, Ford, or Willys prototypes. 

Clipping from Lansing State Journal - Newspapers.com

Published in the Lansing State Journal, Lansing, Michigan, August 22, 1940.

According to a Hemmings article, the name ‘Jeep’ originated with Sergeant James O’Brian in August of 1940:

The UTX went to the Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland, but earned its place in history in August 1940 at Camp Ripley, Minnesota, when Sergeant James T. O’Brien of the 109th Ordnance Company of the Minnesota National Guard noted the overall proficiency of the tractors, especially when pulling a stuck howitzer out of the mud. Inspired by the “Eugene the Jeep” character in the Popeye comic strip, O’Brien first hung from the tractor’s radiator cap a sign painted with the word “Jeep,” then painted the word “Jeep” itself on the flanks of the tractor.

Minneapolis-Moline chronicled the christening in a wartime advertisement: “This new MM army vehicle was not a crawler, tractor, truck nor tank, and yet it could do almost anything and it knew all the answers. Because of this, it brought to mind the Popeye cartoon figure called ‘Jeep’ which was neither fowl nor beast, but knew all the answers and could do almost anything.”

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Originally Published December of 2014:

However, the short comings of the NTX coupled with the introduction of the Bantam BRC in late September doomed the 6 NTXs produced to the role of a jeep footnote.

It doesn’t mean the NTX isn’t worth anything. An NTX in 2012 fetched $29,000 at an auction.

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Giant Flatfender Jeep in Abu Dhabi

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UPDATE: Vince shared an article from autoblog.com that provides more information on the Rainbow Sheikh (Sheigh Hamad bin Hamdan) who built the world’s largest running jeep. It had been many years since my last post on the subject, so it was time to update this post.

In 2010, reports were that Guinness Book of World Records had recognized the jeep as the largest running jeep in the world; however, I could not verify the record through the Guinness web site. Recently, a huge CJ-5 built by the same Shiekh for his offload museum may have surpassed the flat fender.

https://www.autoblog.com/2020/05/31/worlds-largest-working-jeep/

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Published in April of 2009:  I thought it was just a fake keep prop of some kind, but apparently it’s being built on the framework of a large quarry mining truck. 

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1948 CJ-2A Boyer Fire Jeep Utica, NY **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A, Fire/Police/Industry Vehicles This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $25,500.

(03/24/2020) This former Fly Creek fire jeep includes some raised lettering on the side.

“1948 Willy’s CJ-2A Jeep mini-pumper fire truck. In running, driving and pumping condition. Always stored inside when not being used for a fire or in a parade. Shipped from Willy’s to Boyer fire apparatus in Syracuse NY to be up-fitted with the fire equipment for use at Griffiss Air Force base in Rome NY. It stayed at GAFB until 1966 when it was passed on to a small volunteer fire dept here in upstate NY and was used there until the 90’s when it was retired from active fire service. From then on it has had an easy retirement life doing parades, car shows and Fire truck exhibitions.

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There are only 7010 original miles on this truck from new. It starts up and purrs like a kitten. It has all the original equipment with it to go to a fire right now, including the original 2 way radios, siren, hand tools, axes and even the helmet worn by the chief engineer who was in charge of this truck until its retirement. The ladder rack is full of all the tools, hoses and ladders that came with it.

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Early Jeep Parts Union, MO $1400

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Seller has a truck load of parts left over from a restoration.

https://stlouis.craigslist.org/pts/d/union-1942-era-jeep-parts/7127390820.html

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“I have a pickup load of parts left over from renovating a1942 WWII Jeep. While not a complete list, the parts include:
• 2 F Blocks
• 1 L Block
• 3 flywheels
• various oil pans, pistons, crankshafts, valves, carburetor
• set of bows for canvas top
• Radiator
• Brake drum, new
• 5-gallon “Jerry” gas can
• Governor
• 2 sets brake shoes, new
• Guages, some used, one new
• Steering box spindle, new in box
• Various spare parts and left-over cables not used from new 6-volt wiring harness
• Horn Bracket
• 4-Manuals, Parts, Technical, Maintenance
Parts can be delivered for a reasonable fee within a reasonable radius of Union, Missouri. Fork lift available to load on your vehicle. Parts are on pallets. Condition varies from used to new. Blocks andHeads have not been Magna-fluxed.”

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Jeepster and Wagon Bodies Manhattan, KS ** Status Unknown**

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UPDATE: Status Unknown.

Seller has miscellaneous parts as well.

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“Several Jeepsters, Station Wagons and Trucks for sale.
Good custom wagon material.

Jeepster bodies–$100.00-150.00.
Wagon bodies–$500.00-900.00.
Truck bodies–$250.00-500.00

Lots of miscellaneous jeep parts for 1940’s to early 50’s

Two rebuilt 4 cylinder jeep motors. One F-Head, One L-Head $2,000.00 Each”

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1946 VEC CJ-2 Fairfield, CA $5895

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Has a few updates, but looks good for the price.

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/vacaville-1946-willys-jeep-cj2a/7125384774.html

“Close to all stock first year made the civilian model jeep. Flat 4 cylinder engine converted to 12 volt.
Runs great awesome suspension and running gear everything works.
Body is straight all Willys, Hood, tail gate, grill, body. Has a back bench seat.
No top or windshield wipers.
Trade for newer CJ or Wrangler or Classic Car Truck pre 1970.”

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1960 FC-170 Walpole, MA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD* Was $3500.

Roger Martin Shared this barn find.

“True Barn Find! Out from hibernation and waiting to be restored. Cool 1960 Jeep FC170 4 by 4 stake body. These vehicles are rare. This Jeep had been stored in a barn in Massachusetts for the last 25yrs. It was a farm truck. The Jeep is all original and complete. It equipped with a 226 cu in Super Hurricane flat-six and 3 speed Borg Warner T-90 manual transmission. The motor turns freely – (have video of it turning over). Currently titled and in possession of Massachusetts title.”

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1945? CJ-2A? Greenfield, IN **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,555.

(04/10/2020) The seller suggests that this is a 1945, but the dash plate looks more like a post column shift (33xxx-45xxx) plate … (has the script “JEEP” and does has the “ONE QUARTER TON FOUR WHEEL DRIVE” slogan rather than the preceding “ONE QUARTER TON FOUR WHEEL DRIVE TRUCK”). More on 2A plates here: http://www.cj-2a.com/oldsite/marks/dataplates/survey/index.html

“1945 willys CJ-2A Production #S-1824 Elec:6volt Transmission:3sp T-90 Transfer Case: 2sp Dana. Front axleDana25. Rear axle:Dana 41. Wheel base 80”. 2-Piece Military Windshield Tailgate, side my spare, draw bar. Willys Overland ( Go Devil ) 4 cylinder L Head 134 cu. in. Motor. Complete $4,000.00 Engine rebuild”

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1947 CJ-2A Lincoln, CA **Status Unknown**

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UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $3250.

It’s got some rough spots, but it runs. Seller uses the hand brake to stop. The hardtop (what’s left of it) may have been a Porter and Reed.

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“I didn’t want to sell this but I have to pay for a new truck.

She’s not a show queen, but great around the farm, ranch, and trails. 1950s Willys F-head motor. Motor runs, clutch shifts well, and 4×4 works. Front brake hoses are cracked (available from vintagejeeps.com) so I’ve been using the hand brake. Tubes/tires hold air but are showing their age. Clean CA title on non-op.

More pics and videos available.

Recent carb rebuild and master cylinder rebuild. New spark plugs, points, and condenser. Timing still needs to be set. New Swepco motor oil and oil filter. Electric fuel pump. Headlights, brake lights, and turn signals work. Heavy duty galvanized hardtop. Doors are removable. Glass is good. Rollbar has not been bolted in.
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1968 & 1969 DJ-5 Gala Ads

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During the late 1960s, a couple different Jeep dealers in Hawaii offered DJ-5 Jeep Galas for sale. There were at least two different styles of ads published. The Gala was a Surrey that was sold by the export arm of the company.

In 1967, a Kaiser-Jeep dealership owned by Von Hamm-Young Mercantile, flew the 1968 model of the DJ-5 Gala Jeep to Hawaii. From the story below, it would seem that this may have been the first example of a DJ-5 Gala Jeep arriving in Hawaii. Note that the photo’s caption only describes this jeep as a Gala.

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Over the next two years, the dealer published ads hoping to spur sales. We’ll likely never know how successful sales were, but I’d suspect not too many were sold.

1) The first ad appeared between April and September of 1968. The example shown below was published in the May 30, 1968, issue of the Honolulu Star-Bulletin. There are a variety of things that struck me with this ad. First, it’s the first ad I’ve seen for a DJ-5 Surrey/Gala. Second, it is advertised as a “Surrey Gala”, rather than one or the other. Third, it came in six different color schemes. Fourth, later in the year (specifically September 24th in the Hawaii Tribune Herald), Big Island Rambler was the dealer name at the bottom of the ad, with no specific link made to Von Hamm-Young.

Apart from all those points, it’s generally just an odd ad for a vehicle!

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2) This ad appeared multiple times, but only during April of 1969 (I could find no other ads for any other month in 1969), isn’t quite as odd as the 1968 campaign. The ad also doesn’t mention the multiple package options. This particular example was published in the April 4th, 1969, issue of the Honolulu Advertiser.

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1963 & 1965 Service and Parts News on eBay

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I’m not very familiar with these Jeep Service and Parts news brochures and booklets and don’t know if they are worth the asking prices. Here’s some that I found on eBay.

  1. 1963 Original Jeep Service and Parts News
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  2. 4 1964 JEEP SERVICE AND PARTS NEWS BULLETINS
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  3. 1963 1964 ORIGINAL JEEP SERVICE AND PARTS NEWS 63 64 ALBUM MANUAL 15 BULLETINS
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  4. Vintage 1964 Jeep Service and Parts News
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  5. 1965 Original Jeep Service and Parts News, (service bulletin set). There are a total of 7 bulletins ranging from December 1964 through June 1965 and one issue dated April-May 1966
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