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Mr. And Mrs. Smith and Their Willys

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With Mrs. Maude Smith around, there was no call for Mr. Smith to learn to drive. Funny article published in the May 1956 issue of Willys News.

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Celebrating Monrovia Days

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This May 1955 issue of Willys News includes this photo celebrating Monrovia, California’s, Monrovia Days Parade. The city still holds the parade.

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Photo of Jeep Pulling Hay Wagon in Britain on eBay

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Neat photo.

“A vintage 1940’s wire photo depicting a Jeep performing non combat duties in England as it pulls farm equipment for British farmers. Original press stamp and caption with date are on the verso.”

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1956 Truck Mocton, NB Canada **SOLD**

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UPDATE: Was $12,800. **SOLD**

Warren forwarded this Canadian truck for sale.

“1956 Willys 1 Ton pickup truck ( the only year with this grill slot combination), sits on BF Goodrich Mud terrain 37”x12.5×17. With a bit of body lift, this beast would clear the 42″ Swampers / TSL / Irock or Pitbull tires. Was fully restored 8 years ago & made to haul a 5th wheel across Canada, with a 6.2 GM diesel & new ton housing. 4WD Automatic.
Has the original tail gate with the Stamp Willy logo, these are getting rare… Everything works & ready to go on the road.
Setup for electric brakes & trailer hitch..”

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1948 CJ-2A Horseshoe Bend, ID **Status Unknown**

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UPDATE: Was $3000. **Status Unknown**

“Hunters and outdoors man heads up on a great flat fender Willy’s Jeep. Motor 283 Chevy small block, 4 speed aluminum transmission, bikini soft top, original windshield, tail gait, running gear, axles, transfer case, under seat fuel tank, even has the original bill of sale from 1948. Lots of original parts come with it. Fiberglass removable hood, 33-1250 tires, light bar, and tow bar. Ran in the Big Nasty a few years back and placed 6th. Set up for climbing or off road, has 4 point racing seats and bench, full role cage. This is a goat and will climb more than it should. Has been in some extreme places and preformed like you would expect an old Willy’s to. Won’t last long so jump on it while it is still being offered. Only reason I am selling is we have 2 of them and this is the one I chose to sell.

Would consider trades for combinations of Cash along with 4 wheeler/ATV’s kids and adults, 250 4 stoke dirt bike, Tractor, Backhoe or large RV Camper with Bunk Beds and preferably a slide out. Or other outdoor toys of equal value, what do you have?”

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1953 CJ-3B Yerington, NV **SOLD**

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UPDATE: Was $4000. **SOLD**

(09/10/2014) Runs and drives.

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“Selling my 1953 Willy’s Jeep, its a CJ3B first year of the high hood model. This jeep starts right up, drives all day, its not a corvette but it will climb over one! It does have the original motor and transmission, transfer case, most of the wiring is original. This jeep is more than 60 years old so it does need some TLC, it needs brake line and/or the brake master cylinder fixed and a couple of the gauges (which are all original) also need some attention, needs new windshield wipers (front glass is near perfect) and driver side mirror. There is very little rust and no cancer that I have found. It has two new tires on the rear and comes with a spare carburetor and a new carburetor kit for it. New battery, original oil filter etc, etc, etc.

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1951 CJ-3A Albuquerque, NM $8,500

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Has a variety of new parts.

http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/4817753818.html

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“Rhino lined tub and fenders from Smiths under coating.
• Cheaper than a 4 wheeler with more room and payload!
• Clear NM Title
• Engine has approx 500 put in 2014 rebuilt at Empire engines
• From 2010-2013items installed:
o New exhaust/muffler
o Rebuilt wheel cylinders
o Installed new brake shoes
o New clutch
o New alternator
o New starter
o Seat belts
o Rebuilt carburetor
o Radiator refurbished by Performance radiator

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1947 CJ-2A Camp Verde, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3800

This has an unusual dash.

“’47 has the orig 4 cyl starts perfectly and runs smooth, everything works on this Jeep. Great tires, hubs work, 4×4 works, cool USMC theme, willing to help transport if needed. Ready to go work or play. ”

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1943 MB Visalia, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000

Needs work.

“Selling my 1943 MB this is complete original motor frame and body I do not have time to finish this this is a great collectors project It does run has all new break pads, wheel cylinders, master cylinder. the seats were removed before I got it as well and the fuel tank. I am asking $5,000.00 firm. these go for upwards of $15 to 20 thousand when restored. Pleas be a serious buyer if you can not afford it don’t ask to see it just for the sake of look see you will be wasting your time and mine.”

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1958 Wagon Newport, WA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600

No motor, but there’s value here.

“1958 Willys Wagon project vehicle. Plenty of rust (floor boards, below tailgate, along drip edge of roof etc.). No engine. Title in hand. $600 firm or possible trades or part trades for the following item/s: I’m looking for an 8000-12,000 watt generator, approximately 3000′ of 3/4 or larger poly pipe or equivalent, a 500-1000 gallon propane tank, a snow plow to fit my 2001 Chev 2500, snowmobile or four wheeler.”

 

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1947 CJ-2A Clarksville, AR **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.

Was in a fire.

“I have a 1947 willys jeep. everything is still there. It was in a fire which just got the wiring I have bought a new harness for it just needs to be put in and will run. The people I purchased it from said it ran before the fire. it needs a few things to be driven. call or text anytime.”

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1946 CJ-2A Phoenix, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.

No drive train.

“For sale or trade 1946 Willys rolling chassis and body missing windshield frame…..( no powertrain ) 1500.00 obo located in Apache junction.”

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1947 Wagon Auburn, CA $4500

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No pics nor any description.

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4815436362.html

 
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1946 CJ-2A? Denver, CO $5000

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No pics posted yet. Could be a wrongly titled MB/GPW as well.

I am selling my old 1946 willies army jeep. It does run. Offers welcome but because it does start I am asking at least $5000.00. I have the title and will only accept cash, no payments.

Contact through email only, highest bid takes it. But again, cash only. I would be willing to show but you will have to make an appointment…I will also post pictures tomorrow.”

http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4817961518.html

 
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1962 CJ-3B Asheville, NC $2300

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No pics provided.

“1962 CJ-3B. Several new parts! This jeep cranks and runs and is drivable. It’s very solid, not much rust at all, very good body. Interior is good, and two extra tires and a hard top! 4wd (4 high and 4 low both work great!) Great shape! Feel free to call or text anytime $2,300 OBO! I can not get the pictures to upload I will text pictures! Just ask! Have a great day and thanks for looking! ”

http://asheville.craigslist.org/cto/4817251386.html

 
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Parting Out CJ-2A Lubbock, TX **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was parting out.

“I am parting out a CJ-2A Jeep. I only needed a few parts, all others are for sale. Contact me if you need anything and we will see what we can work….. Would also trade parts for WW2 (MB or GPW) jeep parts.”

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1948 Model? Louisville, NE $3000

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No pics provided.

“Lifted, duel shocks, 283 sb chevy. Ran when parked has been sitting fo 10 years. Needs new ring gear on flywheel, have the part just never installed.”

http://omaha.craigslist.org/cto/4816795442.html

 
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1953 M-38A1 Riverhead, NY **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,500.

(08/22/2014) Looks solid.

This is a rare Willys M38A1 Marine Corp Radio Jeep. A limited quantity of these vehicles produced with this radio setup. The radio is still in the dash.

The body of the Jeep is in very good condition. There is some minor rust spots on the hat channels. The Jeep is in good running condition. It is still 24 volt and all original under the hood, has a new canvas top and canvas seats and is road worthy ready.

This vehicle did not receive a show restoration, but it is a great driver. This is a turn key and drive away Jeep. If you are looking for a get in and go Jeep then this is the one for you. 

Please give us a call or drop us an email if you are interested.”

http://newyork.craigslist.org/lgi/cto/4817511070.html

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1973 CJ-6 Pacific Grove, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.

It runs and drives, but needs brakes.

“I have a rare 1973 Jeep CJ6 that I am offering for sale. I purchased it as a project, but soon thereafter, found another Jeep that needed my funds. It is pre-smog, and has no back fees, and has never been in the DMV system. I believe the miles to be original, as this Jeep was used as a hunting vehicle on a ranch here in Ca. It has a running straight 6 engine, and a 3 speed manual transmission, with a working Dana 20 transfer case. It has a Dana 30 front and Dana 44 rear axle. Included also is a spare D20 transfer case and driveshafts from a previous build.

The Jeep starts and drives, but has NO BRAKES, and will need to be trailered or towed. It cannot be street driven at this time.”

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‘Lola’ Tackles the Borders of Texas

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This article from the June 1955 issue of Willys News shares the brief story of Frank Tolbert’s 5,000 mile trip around the state of Texas. Accompanying Frank were Frank, Jr., and a CJ-5 then named Lola.

I have found a series of articles published over successive weeks in the Dallas Morning News about their trip. However, I have to sign up and pay a fee to use it. Anyone have free access? I would like to see what the article say before having to buy anything.

To see the search snipped, go here: http://nl.newsbank.com/nl-search/we/Archives/?p_product=DMEC&p_theme=histpaper&p_action=keyword 
Search: willys jeep
Limit by Date: 1955

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Santa Claus Delivers in a Jeep

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That’s a pile of presents!

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1954 Photos of Mobile Classroom Wagon

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UPDATE: These photos were on eBay.

Here are a few rare photos of a Mobile Classroom Wagon setup.

1 ” This is an original press photo. Inspect Mobile ClassroomPhoto measures 7.25 x 9.25inches. Photo is dated 09-30-1954.”

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2. Interior shot. “1954 Press Photo Col. B.B. Matteur and Gerald Winfield look over Willys”

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M-38 Grille Desk Ball Ground, GA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $450.

Something different.

“made with 1” sawmill oak. it is 4′ long, 21” wide, and 20” tall. located in ball ground, ga. one hour north of atlanta. local pickup only. cash only. no text, message or e-mail, please call.”

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1948 CJ-2A Clovis, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.

Looks in good shape. Has a bed extender.

“1948 Willy’s Jeep for sale asking $5500 obo….in excellent condition and runs great….if you have any questions you can reach me by cell or by email”

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1957 Wagon Fredericksburg, VA $6000

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Runs and drives.

“1957 Willy’s wagon, 4X4, 4spd manual transmission, flat head 4 cylinder engine. Body is in great shape with no major rust issues, no holes missing parts or cheap replacement panels found. Frame is solid and straight. Interior has been completely redone about 5 years ago and looks great. New wiring harness throughout entire wagon. All glass replaced around the same time as interior. New wheel cylinders, brakes, and spring kits. Engine runs smooth with no noises. Transfer case and hubs work as they should. Trans has a bad synchro in 2nd gear, you can still drive just pops out of 2nd when you let off of the gas. Has stump pulling granny gear transfer case gearing. No noises or rattling from the rears. All around solid wagon for someone to completely restore or drive as is. Asking $6,000.00 for the Willy’s which is below collector market value for the current condition. You would be hard pressed to find a classic in as good of condition as this one for the same money! Must see in person, give me a call so we can arrange a time,”

http://fredericksburg.craigslist.org/cto/4786353554.html

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