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Welcome to eWillys.com, a website for vintage jeep enthusiasts. I update this website nearly every day with jeep deals, jeep history, interesting reader projects, jeep related info, and more.
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 .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
(05/09/2014) Runs and drives.
“New bumpers and radiator runs great . Would consider trade on an Airstream”
UPDATE: Was $2450. **Status Unknown**
(07/14/2014) Seller has other jeep parts for sale, too.
“1942 Jeep – Ford GPW with small block Chevy (265 cid) manual 3 speed, hi-low 4×4 transfer case. Solid original body and windshield.”
First published (03/24/2011): A reader named Alan found these these classic jeeping images from the Four Corners area of the Southwest while scanning some slides, taken while on a jeep trip in 1961. Not only are the colors wonderful, but quality of the shots are fantastic. The slides came from Alan’s father-in-law and the CJ-3A, the yellow jeep in image 2, was his father-in-law’s father’s jeep. I will publish a couple more posts with more pictures later this week.
When I lived in Utah, I used to travel down to the Moab area, find a piece of slickrock (similar to the type of rock the jeep below is traveling down), throw my sleeping bag on a flat surface, and fall asleep under the stars (and there are lots of visible stars down there). At sunbreak in the morning, the light would cause the slickrock to turn intense reddish colors. Southern Utah is one of my favorite places to explore.
First published 09/02/2012: The February 1948 Issue of Popular Mechanics Magazine published this fascinating look at the Bountiful City Jeep Posse, an organization that worked as a volunteer Search and Rescue and Fire Fighting group out of Bountiful, Utah. Started in 1946, the organization is still in existence.
I found this article that provides additional history from the 2006 in the Deseret News. Though they own fewer jeeps and have more trucks, they are still helping their community. I’ve contacted the newspaper to see if I can communicate with the members to get some more information about them and, possibly, some additional jeep pictures.
The Images below all come from the Popular Mechanics Magazine article. Note the jeep in the background of the bottom image on page 3 has a full cage, the earliest example of a full cage I’ve seen.
Following the article, I’ve included pics of two ads, too.
Page 1:
First published 09/17/2012: I ran across this book about “California State Park Rangers” written by Michael G. Lynch, which includes several pictures of Rangers and Jeeps. I’ve included three images below and don’t know if there are more. The book covers the history of California State Park Rangers, beginning with the first Ranger Galen Clark at Yosemite State Park in 1866. With a career of thirty-five years in the California Park system, Michael plans to donate some of the proceeds to the parks.
According to the author, many of the images come from the state park archives, which you can view online here.
Click here to learn more about the book at Amazon
First published 09/29/2012: I first spotted this article in the May 22, 1943, edition of Colliers Magazine.
An article by the same name (Jeep of All Trades), but with different content, was published in Mechanix Illustrated in November 1945 (see an example at this-old-jeep.com).
Below are some images of the article. I searched on the author, but all I learned was that he wrote for Colliers. If you spot an inexpensive Colliers Magazine with the article, let me know!
Ann and I decided last night to head for Ohanapecosh near Mt. Rainier on Sunday for a couple days. No reception there means no updates for a couple days. However, I have schedule a few old feature posts to reappear. We’ll be back on Tuesday so there will be some updates at that point.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Yep, there are four doors on that Fairmont-built Hy-Rail wagon. Rare, rare, rare.
“Very rare 52 Willys 4 door four wheel drive wagon for sale. These were made by Willys for Fairmont Rail corp for use as hy-rail vehicles to carry rail crews and tools to the job site. This is one of only 11 that are still known to exist.
I am selling because of another project that is taking all of my time and money, and want this to go to someone who can help preserve this rare piece of automotive and rail history.
This is a project vehicle and will need a complete restoration. Engine is the Jeep 134 4-cyl ohv and is not stuck. The body is in poor shape, floor pans rusted through, rear floor has spots where it is rusted through. Jeep is complete with the exception of the original seats, had a seat from an unknown donor vehicle when I bought the Jeep in 2012.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9500
Nice looking Jeepster.
“New top, New side windows, Nice interior, Runs and Drives good. Everything works! “
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
Here’s a rare Higgins reconditioned jeep, one of 1,850 refurbished by the company. Learn more about the reconditioning program here. It does not run.
“1942 Ford GPW w/ GPW engine. Jeep rebuilt by Higgins in New Orleans, Feb. 1945. Not running. Engine free- As is $5500 or best offer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD* Was $4000.
No description provided. Appears worth a look.
Nice looking CJ.
“1967 JEEP KEISER WILLY CJ5
NO DOORS – NO TOP JUST A GREAT RUN AROUND CAR
MUST SELL MY TOY
5 BRAND NEW TIRES POWER TRAIN LOCKING HUBS ON FRONT WHEELS
SEATING: BENCH & SINGLE SEAT (BENCH HAS SOME RIPS- WHICH I PATCHED)
MANUAL 3 SPEED; 4 CYLINDER HURRICANE 4; SEAT BELTS; HEATER; LEAF SPRING SUSPENSION; TOWING HITCH
CUSTOM MADE MILITARY COVER MADE BY BEECHWOOD CANVAS, NJ (NEVER USED) SINCE PURCHASING THIS VEHICLE IT HAS ALWAYS BEEN GARAGE KEPT
A MUST SEE
EMAIL US IF INTERESTED
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): 8305 192761 Year: 1967
Mileage: 21,073
Make: Jeep
Sub Model: CJ5
Exterior Color: Blue
Trim: Base Sport Utility 2-Door
Interior Color: Black
Transmission: Manual
Number of Cylinders: 4″
http://cnj.craigslist.org/cto/4655317457.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6950.
Looks solid.
“1948 Willys Jeep CJ2 nice condition”
Runs, but still needs some work.
“1947 willys jeep ratrod my dad and me built have alot of time in this car.. has 301 pontiac engine with 400 turbo automatic trans, jeep runs good has 40 model front end with disc brake conversion..needs lights wired up and a few small things…$8000 or possible trade…”
http://hickory.craigslist.org/cto/4650250987.html
Runs and has rear PTO.
“1949 Willys Jeep, CJA, runs, stock half cab, rear PTO. “
http://westernmass.craigslist.org/cto/4653371261.html
Looks like you’ll need an elevator to get into this rig.
“holly 750 duel pumper carb, 454 bbc, th350 trany with 2200 stal converter,2- 205 transfer cases, 2.5 ton rockwell axles locked front & rear. full hydrolic steering, race seats & harnesses. 52″ tire on 20×14 rims, pionon brake. this is a turn key ready run truck. I have doors also need work. posable trade like goose neck trailer or 1 ton 4×4 dump truck but open for offers. dont waist my time with junk cause not interested.”
http://burlington.craigslist.org/cto/4634983181.html
Can’t tell if it runs.
“For Sale 1948 WILLYS Jeep. Comes with snow plow(not pictured). Good Base for Restoration Project. Have PA Title. SOLD AS IS!! Call 3 to 8PM for more info NO TEXTS will be answered”
http://scranton.craigslist.org/cto/4650941690.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(08/23/2014) I can’t tell if this needs more work or not. The interior shot suggest that’s the case.
“49 Willys Hot Rod sedan del on s10 frame,ps,pdb,350/350, new hd aluminum rad, new duel exhaust, new dolphin gauges, new elec harness much much more running and registered in ct $8500.00 thinning out collection call.”
http://newyork.craigslist.org/lgi/cto/4643941362.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500
It’s listed as a 1950 (no model) and a 1945 C2. Looks more like a MB.
“I have for sale a 1950 willys jeep. It is originally from California so it has no rust what so ever it has a Buick crate v6 like the motor that would go into a cj5 and a turbo 350 transmission with the original twin stick transfercase. All suspension is original . Very good driving jeep you can drive it down the interstate no problem.”
UPDATE: Was $7200. **Status Unknown**
(08/23/2014) Originally a Forest Service truck. No photo of a gov plate. May be worth a look.
“1960 factory built forestry truck. Originally sold to a private party in Colorado. This truck is in amazing unrestored original condition. Flathead hurricane 6cyl, rebuilt carb, new exhaust, runs and drives needs minor work to be on the road. Sorry about these photos they do this vehicle no justice. Must be seen in person. Contact Tim Monday thru Sat for details.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $18,000.
(11/16/2013) “Full frame off restoration with matching military matching trailer both like brand new to original condition. You have to see it to believe it. Inquiries about selling the trailer only must call to negotiate. Serious buyers only both items are a very rare find. Call 931-581- one-one eight three. Please no texts calls only. Thank you”
UPDATE: Was $1500. **SOLD**
(02/02/2013) It’s a project. 1.5 jeeps.
“$2500 reduced to $2000
2 jeeps worth of parts. Sad to see them go. Been a project that has been put on hold for a while and can’t afford it. Lots of time and money over the years.
serious inquiries only.
more pictures through email.
please call seven seven five – seven two zero – two five seven two (leave a message if I don’t answer)
have titles for both.
41′ military complete
cj2a frame box
muncie 4 spd
488ratio
track lock diff
been rubicon barrot lake ect.
torker manifold
600 holley carb
3800lb pressure plate
full stewart warner gauges in a v/dash
ratchet lockomatic red label hubs
steering column seats skids extra tranfer case”
Paul’s ‘Goddess’ forwarded me a link about Yale’s Photogrammar website that contains 170,000 photographs from 1935 to 1945 created by the United State’s Farm Security Administration and Office of War Information (FSA-OWI).
One of the neater features shows all the photos mapped by county across the United States. Click here to see it: http://photogrammar.yale.edu/map/
The folks at FSA-OWI also had time to get jeep photos. You’ve likely seen many of them, but there are a few I don’t remember seeing. Here are my jeep search results.
Ford GP … Baltimore, Maryland. Colonel H.J. Lawes, post commander, Holabird quartermaster depot and commandant of the quartermaster motor transport school at the wheel of a “jeep” giving his pupils first-hand instructions on the vehicle training ground during a two-week preventive maintenance for motor vehicles course for officers
Fort Riley, Kansas. A jeep of a mechanized cavalry reconnaissance unit carrying a thirty caliber machine gun during a field problem. April 1942. Photo by Jack Delano.
Jan’s Victory Toy Jeep
Jan contacted me about a toy his father picked up in Maastricht (Netherlands) at the end of WWII. He didn’t know the history of the toy and asked if I knew. I didn’t know either, but after some research, I learned this toy was called a victory toy and made in the Netherlands following their liberation in WWII. However, what’s not clear is who manufactured these toys. Was it “Victory Toys” or were these ‘victory toys’ made by a manufacturer not of that name?
Victory Toy jeeps and soldiers from the Netherlands. These were part of an auction in 2011. http://www.bonhams.com/auctions/18798/lot/1090/
You can learn more information at these links:
Here are a couple more jeeps
