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These quick searches can help you find things on eBay. People list in the wrong categories all the time, so don't be surprised to see brochures in the parts area for example.
The links to posts below show jeeps grouped by models, condition, and other ways. Some of these jeeps are for sale and others have been sold. If you are unsure whether a vehicle is still for sale or not, email me at d [at] ewillys.com for more info.
There are plenty of interesting, unusual, historic and surprising stories related to Jeeps and their owners. In addition, some of these features have nothing to do with jeeps. This link will display all featured stories starting from the latest.
Looking for parts and not sure where to go? There are a variety of large and small new and used parts sellers both online and offline.
Importantly, the allure of buying a project jeep can be romantic. The reality of restoring a jeep can be quite different, expensive and overwhelming without the right tools and resources. So, tread carefully when purchasing a "project". If you have any concerns about buying a vintage jeep, or run across a scam, feel free to contact me for help, comments or concerns .
Bob spotted this wagon at the Wisconsin Dells’ Automation Show. After a little searching I realized it was the same wagon we’d photographed at the 2013 Willys Midwest Reunion.
Marc discovered these rare La Jeep booklets on eBay.
“Rare, deux revues techniques éditées par le service de l’imprimerie et bureau de dessin de l’Ecole de Cavalerie de Saumur en janvier 1953 à 2000 exemplaires concernant la fameuse jeep, état de conservation très correct (voir photos)
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Joe reported the following: Wanted to share some pics of a Willys MB, delivery date 3/8/45, that was auctioned in a South Bethany Beach, Delaware estate sale on Saturday, May 15, 2015. Winning bid was $3,450. The jeep appeared to be mostly complete with a majority of hard-to-find-items intact including a tandem tow bar but had lots of surface rust with only one area of rust-through. The motor is seized. Title status was unknown at the time of sale. Proves once again that these little gems are still out there, even after 70 years!!!
UPDATE: Still Available.
“1949 Willys CJ2A Jeep. Fully restored body. Original tub with Rhino liner sprayed throughout. Original floor mats. Added new seats, rollbar and new rims and tires. This was a farm model Jeep. Engine block is original as is undercarriage. Really fun little run around vehicle that runs great. Asking $7,500.00. Serious inquires only!”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/5029675612.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
“rebuilt F head, tranny rear end , brakes, have all been gone through, this is like a barn find. Lights all work. Road ready.Serious calls only.”
UPDATE: Was an online auction at copart.com.
The current bid was $575 as of May 19th. Bidding ended May 21.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
Tom forwarded this ad. Seems like a good price. It includes an overdrive.
“1966 Jeep CJ-6, street legal, current inspection and registration, clear Texas title, excellent tires.
4 cylinder F134 engine, 3 speed T 90 transmission, 2 stick D18 Transfer case, Warn Overdrive,
Warn Lock-out hubs on front, AVM lock-out hubs on rear, 5.38:1 axle gearing,
bikini top, tailgate, swing-away spare tire carrier, interior of tub covered with spray-on bedliner.”
Appears to have an incorrect tailgate, but it looks solid.
“Very nice Korean War era Jeep. Starts and runs well. 5 new bar grip tires. New oil pressure gauge. New horn. New turn signals. (need to be hooked up). Seat belt in passenger seat. Needs parking brake. 4wd works fine.”
http://nh.craigslist.org/cto/5028563154.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Worth a look. Has f-engine.
“Great jeep! Runs, drives, in good shape! Have used it for pulling logs and cruising the back roads. Has the F head engine in it. Needs a little work but good to go as is! Great for a project! To busy to enjoy it anymore, willing to negotiate a bit, or possibly consider a trade.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
Could make a good driveable restoration.
“Willys m38a1 runs good needs very little. This jeep would be the perfect restoration project as it needs very little and runs excellent. I have the spare tire and rim just needs to be mounted, also have a few other misc parts that can be added.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2300.
I don’t see any reason to think this is a VEC or a ’45.
“1945 CJ2A civilian jeep. Original motor has been redone. Frame in excellent condition with a no rust body. Nice shape for the year. Was running a few years ago with a no smoke motor. Transmission and four wheel drive transfer case working properly.”
No pics provided.
“I have a 1964 Jeep Willy’s CJ3B for sale. It is in good condition for its age. It does need some TLC to get in running condition. It has been in storage for the last 2 years, engine turns over but will not start. I believe the fuel pump needs to be rebuilt or replaced. Prior to it being put in storage it ran fine. a new fuel pump and replace the break lines and it should be ready to roll.”
http://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/5031396766.html
They look good enough for racing.
“I HAVE 5 DESERT DOG TIRES FOR SALE ALL IN GOOD CONDITION TWO WITH TUBES ONE TIRE SO-SO GOOD SPARE. $200”
http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/pts/5028634153.html
UPDATE: Price bumped to $5000.
“1962 Willys Wagon – original engine – PTO driven winch – original rear seats – good tires.”
http://www.sellajeep.com/jss/sale15/adj012/adj012.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200. This is a project. I believe this was bought and is being resold with additional parts.
“Willys Overland Jeep CJ-3A – $2500 OBO, Ready for restoration.
2 – L-134 Engines, one dissembled and ready for machine shop
2 – Transmissions
2 – Transfer cases”
<– Day 35 – Sat. May 16th: The End of Texas | TRIP OVERVIEW | Day 37-40 – May 18th-21st: Research –>
Three of the nine jeeps in Sagauche, Colorado. These are sitting at the edge of town. This is downtown!
Today was supposed to be about doing some family research, but I was in for a surprise!
Today I traveled from Alamosa to Pueblo.
I started the morning with a scraper in my right hand and my left plunged into my pocket. After weeks of warm weather, emerging into 32 degree temperatures shocked my being. With my window partially scraped, I could see just enough to drive myself to the local Campus Cafe, which served some good eggs and hash browns (a Yelp find).
My first stop of the trip was to see a very unique motel called Movie Manor. Run by Best Western, the motel plays movies on two drive-in screens. The speakers are hooked into the motel rooms. I priced it at $89, but figured I was too busy to watch the movies, so I found a cheaper place. Still, I wouldn’t mind returning with Ann sometime. They were playing two recently released movies, Avengers and Mad Max. Not bad!
Following movie manor I expected an uneventful drive to Monarch Pass. Instead, as I was driving through the sleepy town of Saguache (not even sure how to pronounce it) that is nearly small enough to have “Welcome to Saguache” on both sides of the same sign, I spotted a flat fender. As I approached more closely, I spotted a second. Then I spotted a couple more. By this time my foot was on the brake and my hand was on a camera. I had find out why these jeeps were sitting in the Gillette’s Trading Post parking lot in a middle-of-a-nowhere town like Saguache.
<– Day 36 – Sun. May 17th: Tracking the Ore | TRIP OVERVIEW | Day 41-43 – May 22nd-24th: Omaha-Bound –>
On May 18th and May 19th I spent time in Pueblo to do some research. The only semi-interesting photo is this one showing under a sign on Eilers street, named for the Eilers Smelter, aka The Colorado Smelting Company.
The next update with be on May 22nd, which marks the day Ann returns to Colorado and we head to Omaha for her son’s graduation.
<– Day 36 – Sun. May 17th: Tracking the Ore | TRIP OVERVIEW | Day 41-43 – May 22nd-24th: Omaha-Bound –>
Leigh found this 2WD 1948 wagon that had been sitting in a shed in Australia since 1994. He plans on restoring while retaining the current look as much as possible. From what he has been told only about 400 Wagons of any description came to Australia so parts are a bit difficult, however he reports Kaiser Willys has been a big help.
Buz found this Facebook page with some good WWII jeep photos on it.
https://www.facebook.com/przewarkam?fref=nf
Seth spotted this nice looking Commando. I don’t know enough about them to know if the restoration was a perfect one or not.
“Recently Restored 1970 Jeepster Commando. Red with cream top over tan, 160hp/265lb-ft factory-rated Dauntless 225ci V6 engine, 3-speed manual, 4-wheel drive. AM/FM radio w/cassette player, heater/defroster, front bucket seats, rear bench seats, locking front wheel hubs.Call 425.562.1000 for more information.”
http://www.jamesedition.com/cars/jeep/other/ster-for-sale-914094
This is a package deal. Brian Miller is selling these for what he paid. The one on the right runs, but has a rusted body. The body on the left isn’t rusty, but according to the tag it’s a CJ-3A body (though Brian didn’t seem convinced when I mentioned it). He’s got more parts that go along with the 2A/3A package. You can call Brian at 515-559-4462.
UPDATE: **SOLD* on eBay.
“Offered for sale is our 1963 Willys Jeep Surrey. This car was restored in our automotive restoration shop CASCO Automotive Restorations, a division of Classic Auto Supply Co., in Coshocton Ohio in 2004 and shortly thereafter transported to the Florida Keys where it has been since then. The odometer shows 37,600 miles. I do not believe this to be correct. The Serial Number is 5633722482.
For more information about the Jeep Surreys (called the Gala when first introduced) and the history and restoration of this Surrey please visit the nice article done by Old Cars Weekly magazine which can be found at Old Cars Weekly, Car of the week. older posts until you get to May 1, 2013.
<– Day 34 – Fri. May 15th: High Plains Drifter | TRIP OVERVIEW | Day 36 – Sun. May 17th: Tracking the Ore –>
Today was my last day in Texas. Both Ann and I feel satisfied that we did enough and went enough places to get a taste of Texas regions. We appreciate Lee, Sam, Brian and Jason for taking time to meet and talk with us. Also, as always, we appreciate everyone’s suggestions!!
Today I drove from Amarillo, Texas, to Alamosa, Colorado.
To bid me a memorable goodbye, Amarillo threw me a thundershower party. There was thunder, lightening and plenty of rain. The worst of it came just as I stepped out of the motel with my arms loaded with stuff for the Jeep. So, I ran for the jeep and unlocked it as quickly as I could, but I still got pretty drenched!! I hopped in the jeep and drove to the covered area by the reception desk and snapped this photo.
Rather than try to photograph the Cadillac Ranch area in the rain, I headed north hoping to escape the storm. The plan actually worked. Within an hour I was cruising along under clear blue skies.
I even got a chance to see one last jeep before leaving Texas:
I wanted to drive to Oklahoma to see Boise City, a place heavily affected by the Dust Storms of the 1930s. The museum wasn’t open when I drove through the city, but I did find this tribute to a bomb dropped by a B-17 during 1943. My wife reminded me that this is why bombs are not armed until ready to drop. There are a surprising number of accidental bomb droppings I’m told, but safety procedures and good luck have kept us safe.
A reader forwarded this unusual truck that’s been modified with all kinds of camping conveniences. The narrator isn’t always easy to understand, but the truck is interesting.
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Link expired.
Both look in good condition.
“I have two Vintage rare Jeeps a 1973 Commando V8 auto and a all original 62,000 miles on 76 Cherokee Chief V8 auto all original paint interior in Chief, Commando auto v8 is a rare Hardtop removable and very clean just repainted 1st time since new.$19999 for both or $10,500 each. make offer both must go.”
