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I’ve never seen an original version of this press photo from February 6, 1941. Great photo! The use of the term “Might Midget” rather than jeep or blitz buggy is notable.
“This is an original press photo. Dept- US Army Service Corps, Credit – ACME & NEAPhoto measures 9 x 7inches. Photo is dated 02-6-1941.”
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UPDATE: Blaine forwarded the video for the Mini-Beep:
Struck-Kit offers what they call a Mini-Beep Kit, which you can use to build mini jeep-like vehicles. You can even build an amphibious version.
http://www.struckcorp.com/mini-beep/
I guess there’s a reason no one has wanted to bid $.99 for this . . .
“Excellent condition. Large logo on the front chest. Adult XL.”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This isn’t perfect, but it has a great vintage feel with the old top and posse tag. There are several Douglas Counties in different states, but I’m guessing this was from Nevada?
DID A BIRTHDAY VISIT PAST FEW DAYS IN CENTRAL CALIFORNIA WITH COLLEGE BEST FRIEND OF OVER 40 YEARS AND FELLOW WILLYS JEEP ENTHUSIAST… WHEN I SHARED WITH HIM THAT I WAS LISTING MY 7 YEAR PROJECT DOING FULL MECHANICAL REBUILD(in another listing currently), HE ASKED ME TO DO THE SAME FOR HIM AS HE DID NOT NEED 2 JEEPS FOR HIS 5000 ACRE HUNTING RANCH.BEING OTHER CJ WAS ONE OF THE FIRST 5000 PRODUCED, I TOLD HIM TO PART WITH THIS ONE.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
It’s not all stock, but has potential.
“1945 Willy’s Army Jeep
Daily Driver with a 1970’s restoration
Owned since the 1980’s
Was a radio jeep with capacitor box under dash on passenger side and a junction box for batteries right side of passenger seat
Has the Original canvas top, steering wheel, gauges, chassis, body, fire extinguisher and lined battle helmet. The canvas top has a tear on top and where it connects to the drivers side area
Missing the gas tank, the vehicle was operated with a plastic gas tank in back of vehicle like a small boat. Also missing is the 6 volt battery….the car is started with a 12 volt battery then disconnected when driven. There are some extra parts in back along with original issue tail lights
There is a clear title showing ownership from the 1980’s to present
This vehicle has been garaged on and off in it’s life ….looks like it just came off the battle field now.
Everything works except the gas gauge due to no gas tank
The engine smokes a little now.
If you can send me a digital address…..I can send a few video’s (AVI)of the jeep running and the engine sounds.”
UPDATE: Was $7500. **SOLD**
This is a running Tuxedo Mark III.
“This is one of the best in the country. Original paint, the color is called Indian Ceramic. Runs great. The ’63 Tuxedo Mark III was the first production model with chrome trim on all latches, bumpers, side steps, grab bar and more. This jeep has been in Arizona all it’s life, the last 10 years in Sun City storage.”
Includes overdrive. Looks straight.
“All original except new Saginaw steering & 32″ BFG’s. All new engine, Warn overdrive, power brakes, NO RUST, great shape. All it needs is paint.”
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/4362924809.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
(02/15/2014) The seller has spent quite a bit of money on it so far. The Warn summer hubs look good.
“HERE IS MY 1948 100% RUST FREE WILLYS CJ2A AND 7 TEAR COMPLETE MECHANICAL REBUILD PROJECT THAT I COMPLETED THIS PAST WEEK AND JUST GETTING A FEW MILES ON IT NOW….ORIGINALLY SOLD IN CALIFORNIA TO A PROMINENT CALIFORNIA INDUSTRIALIST AT THE TIME, THIS CJ2A HAS LIVED INDOORS IN THE DRY CALIFORNIA DESERT ALL OF IT’S LIFE UNTIL I WAS TOLD OF IT’S AVAILABILITY 6 YEARS AGO.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
(10/16/2013) This has some underside rust.
“This began as a project 3 years ago. The jeep has been in a barn on the Ragan ranch for approx. 25 years where it sat after the brakes went out. It was moved to a different barn in Santa Ynez where I got it and brought it back into action in 2011. I use it now for my lawn care work in town. It has all original parts except for an alternator now, a 12 volt system and a solid state ignition. I have the original points distributor as well. It runs nicely and it is what it is. Yes, the horn works. I NEVER ride around with it without an overwhelming response form about Everyone who sees me. I ride with the windshield down. I arrested the surface rust. The under side needs some attention. Some small rust holes in the low side above the floor. The 4 wheel drive works sooooo well. I have two wheel brake cylinders to install for better braking.”
**SOLD** Was listed at $1500.
Looks good for the price.
“Selling my dj5 ice cream truck. It’s super fun to drive and gets a lot of looks. Still has the pa speaker and ice cream music. It only has 112,xxx miles and runs good. Interior has one seat, and plenty of room to add seats or put for a cooler for ice cream. Has an air trumpet horn, and a high amp battery. Could use new brakes and new gaskets on door seal, and heater needs fixed. It is right hand drive and takes a little to get used to but definitely is fun.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2950.
Looks like the rear axle has been changed out for a wider one.
“1947 Willy’s Jeep CJ-2A. Chevy 327 V8 – Power Steering – New brake lines and drums – Edebrock Carb with K& N Fiiter – Tow Bar – Plow Attachments (plow not included) – Runs, Drives, Stops and Steers. Not a daily driver just a toy that will need tires and some TLC. Perfect Rat Rod Project.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500.
Lots of updates.
“Frame up Restoration No Rust on this Jeep has been inside storage all year round for over 10 years
GM 396 6.5L Same one used in the early Corvette, Nova, Chevelle and so on
custom fuel tank
Custom Frame extension for room to move the 35” Mickey Thomsons
sits on Military closed knuckle axles manual locking hubs
Warn winch /custom fab bumpers Front and rear
4 point harness seats
Full soft top and doors included
Look close at the pictures this Willys is beautifully done and can be seen by appt.”
The auction takes place March 29th, 2014. The wagon looks dirty and looks like it has been parked there quite a while. Window is broken.
http://www.auctionzip.com/cgi-bin/auctionview.cgi?lid=2047820&kwd=willys&zip=&category=0
UPDATE: Was $2500. **SOLD** as of (01/21/2015) being resold in Lake Chesdin, VA
(11/30/2013) This has a fiberglass body.
“Runs
302 engine
3 speed transmission
New exaust
New Rear Brakes
Needs
New Stearing box
Front Brakes.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000
Not a great photo of the CJ-2A.
“Body and frame are in solid shape. No motor or transmission, transfer case is in the bed of the Jeep. We have a soft top with doors that come with it and some other after market parts if you are interested. $1000 obo.
Also have a 1987ish Jeep Cherokee, Chevy 4.3, 3 speed automatic transmission, it ran when I parked it. Has 3/4 ton axles with 5:13 gears and a detroit locker in the front and hardened shafts in front. Front axle is a Dana 44, rear is a corporate 14. $1000 obo…make me an offer, I want them both gone.”
No pics provided. Sounds like a Bobcat body.
“heavy duty flat fender tub has full roll bar, steering column, brake pedal already installed.was used as a sandrail Jeep.has gages already cut out.needs gel coat in a few spots.they cost 2500 dollars brand new.has a Oregon title.this tub is heavy and is reinforced with wood where the body mounts in the floor boards are.call or text 360 500-7895”
No pics provided.
“1948 Willys CJ2A w/ title. PTO. Runs. Body needs work.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $850.
This might work for someone.
“Small army trailer with good tires. Will take $850 for it.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5900
(02/25/2014) Looks solid.
“1948 Willys-Oveland CJ-2A 4X4 Jeep. The jeep has updated wheels and tires, updated brakes, The electrical system has been changed to 12V alternator. Jeep comes with tow bar, tire and gas can carrier, rollbar, New top, and rifle rack. No rips on seats, tool box under passenger seat is in very good condition. All New fuel pump, hoses, and battery. Runs Great.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9500
(02/06/2014) This flattie looks nicely updated. I don’t recognize those tires.
“1946 WILLYS JEEPIT HAS A 4 BOLT MAIN 350 BORED 30 POSIA REAR END 538 GEARS FORD TOP LOADER 4 SPEED WITH OVER DRIVE NO RUST HAS A NEW TUBE”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9000
(04/10/2013) This appears in good shape.
“m selling a beautiful restored 1950 Willys Jeep CJ3a. Approx 12000 miles on new 4 cylinder motor. New paint, new soft top. Also new tires, wheeles and Rancho shocks. Willys has been converted with a 12v system. All work done professionally. Everything works great. A MUST SEE!!!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1700
(01/23/2014) Rebuilt engine. It’s a project.
“54 jeep willy it was a project but i dont have time to finish fixing it, have a V8 chevy motor on.there no seats,or tires
complete with engine transmission and transfercase
engine was completely rebuilt but has been setting a few years so
it might need some work to get it running again
I have a clear title
body in fair conditionwith no major rust only in hood”
UPDATE: Still Available
(03/02/2014) Unsure how much value is here.
“I have two Willys jeeps that I have and it want to see whats out there, open to trades. (Jeeps,Willys,tractors,skidsteers,cummins etc.) Shoot me a price!
419 four five zero thirteen eighteen.”
http://toledo.craigslist.org/cto/4362325262.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800
(11/30/2011) “I have a very nice little Willys Jeep project that has little to no rust just minor little dings and one rear dent, comes with NOS windshield frame and rebuilt but used engine sitting in back. I have 85% of the Willys, no title but can get one for extra cash”
UPDATE: There was a report the museum might have closed, but Renee reports it is still open.
(Originally post was from 2010) In early 2000, Dean Kruse purchased the entire collection of a closed Belgium museum. On September 4, 2000, the groundbreaking ceremony was held for the new 192,000 square foot American Heritage Museum that would house the former Belgian collection on a site in Auburn, Indiana. The museum complex opened in early 2003, with the WWII Victory Museum housed in the south wing of the complex. Read the entire history here from cybermodeler. This looks like a big place with multiple museums.
These photos were shot by Rick and Orinda:
These photos were located at the cybermodeler online site
