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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 .
UPDATE: Still Availalble
(12/08/2014) Has a few M-38 elements added.
“Stock L-head134 engine and running gear. Runs, drives, and stops good.”
http://portland.craigslist.org/grg/cto/4805999847.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $650.
“Willys Jeep CJ for rebuild or parts. It has old Colorado plates and can be titled, we don’t have the title. Needs an engine.”
Charles forwarded an interesting collection of photos with rare implements or oddities:
Doug scanned this interesting photo. He noted that the two-star general gets leather seat covers, while the one-star does not.
Photo courtesy of Doug Price.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,500.
This one is parade ready.
“completely solid MC M38 Army jeep, not a look alike. these were the direct decedent of the MB WWII JEEP, used during the Korean War and Vietnam, they were replaced by the M38A1 and M151. converted to 12volt. many new parts with mild restoration. runs drives great. you will see many willys for sale out there, but this is the real deal. $10500 cash or possible partial trade for something equally as cool. Bill of sale only as Georgia does not issue titles for vehicles this old, it is licensed and insured in my name. NO CARS, NO JUNK.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** for $3550 on eBay
“This is a clean project truck that my dad has had for about 6 years. Clean Title and Current CA registration. He sourced it from J&W Jeep in Antelope CA and they in turn hunted it down in the high Northern deserts of Nevada. This truck is in amazing shape for its history and age. Was used for years at a small airstrip for fuel delivery. We have had it running and driving. A good once over on the fluids, charge the battery and she should come to life again. My dead owns 2 of these and realized that he doesn’t need 2. Brakes need some attention. Will assist with shipping and international buyers.”
This jeep is part of an estate sale.
“1943 Ford GPW
Decommissioned.30 cal
Legible identification plates
Rebuilt GPW engine with approximately 50 miles
Restored 10 years ago
New tires (military) battle rims
Many original F bolts
This is an estate sale and serious inquiries only.
Sale is as is and final buyer must pick up, no delivery.”
http://scranton.craigslist.org/cto/4804972340.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $17,000.
“1959 WILLYS JEEP 1387 PRODUCED , Approximately 87 left in existence. This rare beast runs and drives perfectly and needs nothing with the exception of minor body work. this would make a great museum piece or a really cool swamp buggy if your looking for something built that no one else has,or a great work horse. buyers responsibility to have it shipped but it can be driven. low opening bid, low reserve no reasonable offer refused.”
This runs and drives.
“1963 Jeep cj5 with inline-6 ford falcon motor, t90 3 speed transmission and twin stick dana18 transfercase. the motor was completely rebuilt, new warn locking hubs, new master cylinder, remanufactured holley 1904 carburetor, rear seat, and some other little stuff, 32×12.5 tires. The jeep doesn’t look like much, soft top is rough so it definitely needs some work cosmetically but as far as running goes it starts right up and runs great so you can fix it up if you want or just have fun with it as it is. ”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/cto/4805216522.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2250.
“Mail Jeep Right Hand Drive
82,700 actual miles, never tripped
2 wheel drive 3 speed auto 4 cylinder.
7000 on new used motor new brakes, new radiator, Carburetor, Master cylinder and each wheel cylinders are new. New starter, battery is a year old. Trans does leak a bit. uses no oil.
All lights work. Parking brake works.
50% tires or more
GREAT STARTER FOR RURAL CARRIER SUB. TO GET GOING ON A ROUTE. ”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3450
(12/31/2013) This appears to have a few customizations.
“For sale 56 willys jeep
-has a ford 302 rebuilt carb unknown miles
-factory transfer case and transmission 3 speed
-re painted chevy orange and body work, the inside tub has been rhino lined, installed aftermarket led brake lights
-I rewired it with a small fuse block, new gauges, all lights work
– the brakes have been completely redone with new hard lines and steel braided lines, pads, brake cylinders, drums..
– now has Tacoma bucket seats that I have yet to mount
– it needs a new front locking hub on the passenger side and steering linkage gone through, the steering has play”
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/4804717600.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Motor runs.
“1955 Willy’s Wagon. 4×4 snowplow included. Flat head 6. Manual transmission. Barn find. I installed a new electric fuel pump,battery and got it started, does need tires.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
Looks like it has a tow package on the back. Some good parts value if nothing else.
“1969 FC150 Jeep with winch. Mechanics Special.”
It’s a project with an f-head.
“1946 Jeep CJ-2A in restorable condition. It is what you would expect an unrestored 68 year old jeep to be. But it could be the ultimate jeep if you are jeep lover looking for a project. I bought it a couple of months ago and just don’t have the time for this project. The CJ-2A was the first jeep sold to the public, and 46 was the second year it was made. At some point the motor was swapped to the Hurricane straight 4 cylinder. It has a hood scoop to accommodate the taller head. It is not running and I don’t know any history on it. The tires are dry rotted and the right front studs were cut to remove the wheel. It was stored inside for the last four years. Text for more info.”
http://northmiss.craigslist.org/cto/4803074283.html
Not running at the moment.
“1960 Jeep CJ-3B in restorable condition. I bought it a couple of months ago and don’t have time for this project. It was running 4 years ago, but the gas tank rusted out. It has been stored inside for 4 years. I bought a new battery, fuel pump, fuel filter, and fuel pressure regulator. I hooked up the battery and spun the motor over, but haven’t had time to mess with it since. The 3B was the only Jeep made with the tall grill and hood. It has the Hurricane straight four cylinder.”
http://northmiss.craigslist.org/cto/4803086566.html
UPDATE: Was $500. **SOLD**
No drive train.
“I have a 1953 Willys cj 3a for sale. No engine or transmission. Rolls and steers. Was going to build it to go camping with but I have other projects and no time. No title but I have the number to a title service.”
It’s a project.
“Its a work and progress needs work don’t it don’t start up but I’m sure the right person can’t get it running but if you want to know more call me”
http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/4804479247.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1200.
Includes two extra motors.
“2 Willys Military Jeeps for sale. The green one is 46 Willys, red is a 53. 46 pretty solid some rust, original motor. Red one is for parts body has lots of rust. This package deal also come with 2 extra motors. Both jeeps and 2 extra motors for $1200. For more details text or call ”
http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/4804069996.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $250
“NO TITLE, this little Jeep is very rough, does have a lot of good parts. Body has been sectioned (floors are cut out due to rust) but can be put back together easily. Body is not mounted on the Jeep frame. Chassis is a roller, missing a few pieces. No motor.”
http://muskegon.craigslist.org/cto/4804728998.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1095.
DJ or 3B windshield.
“Rare find!
All original drivetrain
new replacement body
80% of the body work is complete”
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/cto/4805112411.html
Justin bought this FC last year believing he could save it. I’d say he’s done a bang up job on it!
Justin’s FC was pretty rough at the beginning.
I bought this jeep and restored it over the year. It was very rusted out but I rebuilt what was there and now it’s almost back on the road. Still need to buy a new windshield and get some tires. But it purrs like a kitten.
Maybe you can see on the rear bumper the spots I need to cut out still for my 28-31 Ford Model A tail lights and the slots to mimic the grill. I ended up going with new rugged ridge low back seats. They where pretty easy to attach the old brackets to. My rear view mirrors or for some kind of motorcycle. They look cool and the curved mirror allows good visibility. I kept the front lower part of the body off so I could build a nice flush bumper in its place with a winch hidden behind it.
My cab mounts are reinforced on the back with 1/4″ steel. And the cab mount is made from 2″ sch 40 steel pipe. The cab is raised 3″. So I could put a taller tire. I still need to mold some fender flares from fiberglass in the next couple of months pending the weather. I built this with intentions of snorkeling the engine tranny and axles air tight so I could go under water if I wanted.
This was gonna just be a trail rig. But I loved it more and more as I worked on it. It’s not by any means a great looker. It still needs a few things I can’t find like- speedo cable and front E-brake cable. And other things a cant think of off hand.
Justin took a bunch of photos to share.
Perry shared these two photos. Just amazing scenes.
John spotted an article about the military’s sale of some Humvees.
WASHINGTON — What in the world is the U.S. military going to do with all of its surplus Humvees? For the first time, it will auction off as many as 4,000 of the workhorse vehicles for sale to the public, instead of scrapping them.
Even as controversy churns over the Pentagon’s transfer of military equipment to local civilian police departments, the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) sent the first batch to auction through IronPlanet’s GovPlanet.com. Since bidding started at $10,000 a couple of weeks ago, pent up demand has yielded bids on nearly all of the Humvees — selling for off-road use only.
http://www.armytimes.com/story/military/tech/2014/12/12/humvee-auctions-to-public-a-first/20300263/
Marc was wondering if anyone knows what brand of tires are installed on this wagon.
View all the information on eBay
Thanks to Gayland for sharing this brochure and much more. I’ve got to go through the rest and figure out a good way to share some info, but I thought this was worthy of it’s own post.
Note: Another firm started up about the same time as Safari-Kar on the east coast.
