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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: **SOLD** Was $5000.
This CJ-3A was recently painted with a bed liner. It used to look like this.
“I have a 49 willys with new paint raptor lining. It has a m151 water proof motor. New tires. Very fun. I’m asking 5000 $ firm ! I have a lot more in it. Let’s not wast no ones time thanks.”
The seller of this M-38A1 has a unique and special view of jeep history, hence the reason I have shared this ad. (As a precursor, there were a few CDN M-38s and M-38A1s built by Ford in Canada, but not that many — it is doubtful, but not impossible, that this was one.)
“This is an awesome vehicle that looks super cool and goes ANYWHERE! It is the true granddaddy of them all! M38A1 It is made by Ford Motor company as Willis could not keep up production during the war and Henry Ford cut a deal with our government to supply Jeeps to our troops utilizing the the Willis body design but with a more powerful engine, built in Canada (to not infringe on Willis patent…). The Willis had 60 hp while the Ford Jeep had a 75 hp Hurricane engine. The extra fifteen hp made a very big difference! This particular unit has over 2K custom welding (front bumper, roll bar, rear bumper and tail gate, reinforced floor boarding). It comes equipped with six ply Military tires (valued at $400 each= $1600). There are also custom accessories for the avid outdoorsman (remote controlled electric hoist rated at two thousand pounds, a remote controlled animal feeder, custom front carrier box and a custom tow bar). The accessories are a combined $1000 value. There are two adult jump seats in the cargo area to transport a combined four large adults. There is a gun rack and custom convertible top. Everything on this machine works! Extra large radiator. Military Jeep is rated three quarter ton (1500 lbs.) Have receipts for everything done over the last thirty years! Comes with extra parts and manuals. This thing not only looks good but “runs like a top”!!! These Jeeps were designated an International Historic Mechanical Engineering Landmark by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.”
http://austin.craigslist.org/snw/4735663397.html
UPDATE: Was $1600. **SOLD**
Looks in good condition. No description.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
Listed at $2500, seller says he’ll take $2000. To title and some funky bumpers, but if the floors are solid this might be worth it.
“1963 CJ 5 Jeep. Runs and drives. Has working winch. Nice bumper guard. 4 wheel drive. Good tires. V6. Needs brakes. Top is removable. Gun rack in back window. Need it gone.
Askin $2500 first one here with at least $2000 its theirs. No title- bill of sale.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2990
It’s a project.
“Flat fender. Project. Solid body. Minimal rust.
– Not registered for many years, last running 10 years ago, owned since @2000, clean title
– Double gas tank under seats, plus new regular gas tank
– Power take-off, with winch
– Tailgate
– Full roll cage
– @1963 Studebaker 6-cylinder (runs hot despite oversize radiator)
– Stock L-head 4-cyinder engine out of car (probably needs rebuild)
– Stock 3-speed manual with stock 4WD
– Modified grill to accommodate radiator moved up for longer engine/have stock radiator and grill
– New windshield (single rather than split)
– Tow bar on front
– Hitch
– Stock wheels, old tires (all hold air)
– 1 original service manual for CJ-2a to CJ6”
Seller will consider trade.
“Excellent condition, runs and shifts out great! New brakes, ignition box, cap, rotor, plugs and wires, Very straight body with only a tiny bit of rust. Clean inside, has some sort of late model seats installed before I got it. Very comfy and have been moved back for more leg room. I drive this jeep around here almost daily, and have driven it on a 4 hour round trip recently, with no issues. Everything works with the exception of the gas gauge. all lights, wipers, blower, speedo, even the dome light! drives as good as to be expected from a 40 year old jeep. Has a little slack in te steering, but very drivable. All glass is good, but windshield has a foggy “halo” around edges. Runs 55-60 with no problem. Has AMC 6cyl, and torque flite 727 trans. Asking $2500, but would trade for a decent 95 up S10 or 1998-2001 Nissan Frontier.”
http://littlerock.craigslist.org/cto/4747856396.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200.
This has likely been sitting since I was in high school. That’s a long time!
“Selling this for a friend… old original civilian jeep… hasn’t ran in a long time. Last tagged in ’82, has the original 4 cyl engine and trans. Only thing missing is the air breather and the rear drive shaft. Does have some typical rust in the floors and the rear bed area. But it’s all complete and ready for a restoration! We do have a title and are trying to locate it right now. If we can’t find it we’ll file for a lost title. $2200 obo. Email me for more info or questions.”
No pics and no description. May be a militarized CJ-2A.
No pics provided. Seller must sell.
“I have a teal blue 1947 Jeep Willies for sale. Must sell by Sunday Nov 9! Make an offer. Body looks good, has good engine, but needs a little bit of work to get running. Email me if you are interested and I’ll send some pics hopefully by tomorrow or Friday.”
The May 1955 issue of Willys News featured this article about a Colorado Jeep trip.
UPDATE: JW correctly pointed out there are TWO Prince of Wales Islands in the world (perhaps more??). The jeep shown below is located on the Australian Prince of Wales Island, which sites just south of Papau New Guinea (I erroneous thought it was in laska)
This old right-hand appearing jeep was found on the Prince of Wales Island in 2013 and published at Going Strait. Not much salvageable here.
Autoblog.com covered the story of a 1943 Willys MB being placed into an underground storage container.
http://www.autoblog.com/photos/1943-willys-mb-in-dealer-floor/#photo-3078072/
How about this unique box?
“This is a great wood cigar box made in the Philippines in Cebu which is one of the tiny islands that make up the Philippines.It originally had cigars and the inside lid has an logo/insignia that says Tabaqueria De Filipinas Inc.Flor De Filipinas Hecho A Mano 100% Tabaco.On the lid is carved Cebu Philippines and a colorful jeep which is their mode of transportation in the Philippines.It has beautiful gold tone hardware and is in good condition.There are 4 side inside that are removable I am not sure why that is.It is approx. 10″ long by 7 1/4″ deep by 2 1/4′ high.Please email me if any questions.”
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Neat old trophy.
“Jeep Hill Climb Trophy vintage Folk art off Road 4X4 award unique Willys CJ
One of a kind Art work Trophy. Plastic Jeep on top of a stand made of Wheel bearings and other Jeep parts.”
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No toy inside, the but the outside has some great art.
“Professional quality TrueReplica™ Box for the 7-inch version of the wind-up G.I. Joe Jouncing Jeep made by Unique Art”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500
While the seller believes this is the original hardtop, according to the bottom of this 3B page the hardtop below was specifically built for civilian jeeps. It should have a tag identifying it as an “Arctic Top” and the manufacturer as Metro Engineering and Manufacturing Co. of Detroit, Michigan. The jeep sure appears solid.
“It has an original hardtop on it. It has 4 combat wheels with new 600-16 military tires. It runs and drives good and stops good. Frame and body match and motor stamped gpw. The body isn’t terrible but has a few places that could be fixed. All in all it is a nice jeep. It has a clear Missouri title. If you have any questions please call.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
Looks solid.
“The Universal Jeep, CJ3A-1951
Engine – Flathead 4
Running Condition
No soft or hard top.
$5000 or best offer.
Must be paid for and picked up in person. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was Make Offer.
Here’s a wagon with potential Daniel spotted.
“1940 to 1950 Willys Jeep Panel Wagon
2 wheel drive no engine or transmission
It did have a small block chevy engine
Best offer gets the Jeep
Needs restoration”
UPDATE: **SOLD** was $4700
Might be worth a look.
“new: Fuel tank and sender, tires w/tubes and liners, regulator, brake wheel and master cylinders and radiator.
Rebuilt: Water pump, starter and generator……..
Runs Great!”
It runs.
“Willys CJ2A JEEP with a small block chevy motor, Original 3 speed tranny, Dodge Dakota power brake booster, original T-case with PTO, I believe it has the original axles, It has a axle flip with new lifted leaf springs. Runs and drives, but not roadworthy. Have clean title. Not interested in trades or payment plans. Call for more info.”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/wsh/cto/4746059412.html
No pics provided.
“Testing the waters, would like to trade for another 4WD, send pictures of what you have
1951 CJ3a, chevy 327ci, 3 speed manual, twin stick dana 18. two fuel tanks, power steering, front disc breaks 8K winch, rear rack with two 5 gal cans. small lift with 33/12.50/15 mudders
538 gears locked front and rear. stock front end, dana 44 full float rear with locking hubs for towing
comes with tow bar. new 12 point wiring harness.
licensed and tagged for the road, but not a commuter by any means. it is rough and needs some work but it is a beast. will post pictures later”
UPDATE: Still Available
(10/06/2014) It’s a project.
“1946 Jeep Willys needs work 4500.00 No text or emails please.”
http://longisland.craigslist.org/cto/4745478646.html
Archive.org has an interesting collection of Business Screen Magazines from 1944-1947. Reading through them was kind of interesting. I found a few jeeps, too.
https://archive.org/details/business1944screen1946ma6and7rich
Liberation of Paris
I thought this org chart was interesting as well.
Robin purchased this early Ford Pygmy photo off of eBay. The photo is dated 12/05/40.
The Union online newspaper published a father & son story by Ron Cherry about their restoration of a 1956 wagon. The end of the story was a bit unexpected.
http://www.theunion.com/entertainment/13514873-113/dad-jeep-body-wagon
