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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was listed at $3500
“1952, Navy Ambulance Jeep, Front Line Vehicle, Unrestored, Runs Good, Two New Batteries, Have title, Rarest Around, approximately 13,000 miles…. call for more details.”
Off Limits was a 1953 movie staring Bob Hope and Mickey Rooney. I’ve never seen the movie, but blogger Robby Cress has seen it and likes it. A couple years ago he authored about a chase scene that involved a military police jeep driven by Mickey Rooney that chased a car driven by Bob Hope. Filmed in several Los Angeles Neighborhoods, Cress tracks down some of the old locations, pinpoints them, and compares them to their 2012 counterparts. The photos include shots of the jeep, which is painted in a Constulabary style with a stripe that drapes widely over the cowl, before flowing down and along the side of the jeep to its rear in one large wide stripe. Here are other derivations of the Constulabary paint style.
Here’s the entire post: http://dearoldhollywood.blogspot.com/2012/07/off-limits-1953-film-locations.html
These are a few of the jeep related photos taken (I assume) from the video:
Looking at the Culver Hotel from Van Buren Place.
Rooney drives down Culver Blvd, passing the Culver Hotel.
Rooney turns onto Cardiff Ave from Culver Boulevard.
Rooney drives down Hughes Ave towards Washington Blvd.
Rooney drives by the Culver Theatre.
I’ve never seen a photo of a GPA used as an ambulance. But, apparently this one was carrying wounded soldiers from the front.
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Deborah spotted this great old photo of the Alaska Canadian (Al-Can) Highway in progress on Facebook. More info on the Al-Can.
3 issues of the Willys World Newsletter from 1987 are for sale on eBay.
“WILLYS WORLD NEWS LETTER
VOLUME 14 NUMBER 1
JANUARY – FEBRUARY 1987
VOLUME 14 NUMBER 2
MARCH – APRIL 1987
VOLUME 14 NUMBER 5
SEPTEMBER – OCTOBER 1987
ORIGINAL ISSUE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION
THE WILLYS CLUB IS NOW DEFUNCT”
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Here are a few photos. From Volume 14 Number 1:
From Volume 14 Number 2:
From Volume 14 Number 5:
This photo forwarded by Marc shows a large number of M-38s awaiting shipment. The curious item is the date: 1961. Is it possible the photo was from some earlier date, but never published until 1961? Or did someone mean to stamp 1951?
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Eric is in the New York area and is looking for an SM420 Transfercase Adapter. Does anyone have a used one they are interested in selling? You can email him at schwartz.eric.b@gmail.com.
Dan spotted this Tonka Surrey at the Little Antique Mall.
It appears solid, but there have been a few alterations from stock.
“1952 Willys CJ3A. In good condition for its age. This jeep sat for a couple decades prior to my starting with it about 5 years ago. Currently runs and drives well (for a 1952). No engine/mechanical issues. Probably one of the best condition original engine jeeps of this era you will find. It is right at the spot where you could either go for a restoration or a crawler build, or do what I did and run it just as is. Currently has the rear swing out tire carrier, the roll bar (not stock on Jeeps this old) and the removable rear seat.
Its not one I have to sell, but I haven’t driven it must in the last couple years, and I would like the garage space. I may be interested in a trade for the right road motorcycle or maybe something else interesting let me know what you have. I have a current clean title in hand ready to transfer. Text or email is the best way to reach me as I can’t answer my phone while at work during the day, but if you do call leave a message and I’ll get back to you. Thanks for looking.”
http://www.ksl.com/auto/listing/1155071?ad_cid=1
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
(11/22/2014) Listed at a 2A, seems more like it is a 3A.
“Take a look this is a 1951 CJ2A Willies jeep redone for use not for show, Here is what is new
Fuel pump,Manifold,tires.shocks,seats,winch, also what has been done is a new top built a rack for the rear”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1100.
This includes an extra body and parts.
“2 JEEPS ONE WITH A ford inline 6 cyl 200ci runs great ITS A 1964 BRAKES LIGHTS WORK RUNNING. 2 IS A 1957 WILLYS TUB AND FRONT END ALSO HAVE FRAME WITH TRANS AND TRANSFER ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
(02/09/2013) Was running until electrical went bad.
“1946 Willys Jeep all original everything is there in very good shape for it’s age
needs some minor repairs was in running conditions till electrical went bad
$2000.00 OBO”
Marc and his son were driving in Anderbolt (South Africa) when his son spotted this beautiful truck sitting in a showroom at Boston 4×4 Accessories. If you are in South Africa, check out their store.
He writes, “This truck is their company demo vehicle for the 4×4 accessories and parts they supply under the name of Boston 4×4 Accessories, +27 11 914 3004 or sales@boston4x4.co.za. and are located in Anderbolt, Boksurg, Gauteng, South Africa. I see their web page is down, under construction.
It has a small block V8 (ford) but I didn’t learn the transmission set up. I could not find the data plate for the serial number any where. As noted in the photos, this truck is right hand drive, not a factory mod. Done way after it left the US.”
Paul’s made some progress on his Willys. You can read past posts about his jeep, Knardly Rolls, here: http://www.ewillys.com/tag/paul-m38/
Paul writes, I’m using thin poster board to make patterns for the interior panels on the Willys. Since the reinforcing structure for the top and doors will be visible from the inside and not covered by upholstery I’ve had to make 33 individual paper patterns so far. After adjusting the fit of these patterns I’ll transfer their measurements to 3/4 inch thick high density foam and then it’s time for the upholstery wizards to work their magic. Fourteen yards of fabric are on order so that should be enough to cover everything but the floor. All of the top and side wall panels will be covered with a silver gray fabric and this same fabric will be used on the seats with the exception of blue insert panels covering the center of the seats. That’s the plan right now. I still need to buy some thick upholstery foam so I can begin cutting out the padding for the seats but I wanted to finish with the patterns first.
More pattern pictures. To have enough room to make the patterns and install the upholstery pieces it was necessary to remove the fuel tanks and both front seats. The more work I can do myself the lower the cost will be to get the upholstery done so I don’t mind constantly climbing into and out of the Willys all day long. Things would be a lot easier if the Jeep was just a little bit bigger or I was just a little bit smaller. Oh well, I guess I need to call a Waaaaaaaaaambulance. Paul
Charles explained that these are photos of Padre Van Der Goten, a beloved priest in the Belgian Army. According to this Wikipedia article, his jeep’s motto was “Belgian’s Can-Do Too”, pictures of which we saw in this post.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
Here’s an unusual photo.
“This is an original 5×7 black and white photo. Showing an Army Jeep pulling an anti-aircraft gun behind it in a parade. My guess would be late 1940’s by the looks of the cars in the back ground. Great Vintage photo to look at!
Not sure of the exact time frame or location. The back of the photo is stamped with
Photo by Bill Shoopman, Odessa Texas”
Roger reports this ’48 Jeepster sold for $22,500 today at the 2014 Kissimmee Mecum Auction.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Were $750.
“I have two steel Army jeep bodies, Go kart size, Just like the old m38 military jeeps, Picked these up about 20 years ago, A lot of people use quad frames and running gear to power them. this is the bodies only, Lift up hood, fold down windshield, fold out glass,”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price
Here’s an unusual setup.
“Owned by a local irrigation district and used to haul concrete to canal since the 60’s. Back has been cut out to allow dump to operate and passenger seat is gone so dump parts could be placed there, Engine does not appear to be original but runs and was maintained but needs a good tune up. Spent 200 on rebuilding dump so I could haul concrete threw narrow openings and haul rocks. Have not used it since I rebuilt it but did try it a few times. Dents from years of abuse. Original stars. No data plates or title. Irrigation district lost title and some dumb deputy told them to sell it to get a salvage only paperwork. Tried to explain to them what they did but they were not getting it. Said this is fine since it was told to them by a deputy. I do have a bill of sale. And if you can get them to understand great. Does have numbers on frame. I wanted to trade it for a Minelab metal detector or a White Detector and probe and hoops worth about 1500. ie: a V3i white or Minelab Safari. Might have tail light covers and a few smalls that go with the M38A1. (Triangle on back not included)”
Need a jeep that’s a little taller? Here it is.
“52 willys cab on top of custum frame tons of stuff.spun berring in motor its a 454 big block, i have another motor that will go with it for nether $1000.oo.350 trany , 5 ton transfer case 2.5 ton rockwell axles welded front&rear, hydro steering, pion brakes , new aluminum radator race seats new pull headers, 16 gallon fuel sell, b&m shifter,its all painted green and bed is made just have make rear fenders. cage needs finishing, sure forgot lot stuff asking $3900 obo.cash posable trades .i also have the doors just not on or painted. text or call with questions. come c in person get much better idea.”
http://burlington.craigslist.org/cto/4268080131.html
This has some unusual features. No shortage of dash switches. I can’t tell what’s painted on the hood. The hubs appear unusual.
“I have a trick 1952 willys jeep running but lots of extras don’t know much about it but enough to know its worth $10,000 at most
call 209-586-0264 if interested
or text 209-588-3602”
http://goldcountry.craigslist.org/cto/4297989893.html
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was listed at $2100.
No description provided. Looks promising.
Various parts for sale. Multiple pics.
“The following is for sale: Willys GPW/MB fenders ($75 pair), post WWII fiberglass hood ($50), post WWII headlamp assemblies ($25), seven slot grille ($25), two T-90 transmissions w/Dana18 T-cases, assume rebuild needed ($100 each), one L134 bare block ($10). Cash only; will not ship parts. Appreciate your looking at my post. Contact Jim via Craigslist email or call 256-(five)(two)(nine)-744(zero).”
http://cosprings.craigslist.org/pts/4300187870.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $900.
The green truck runs.
“1950 and 1951 Willys Jeeps Pickups one runs —needs master cylinder 2nd Jeep is parts Pickup
$900.00 OBO”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4200.
(01/18/2014) Still very much a project, but so far looks good.
“!947 Willys wagon 4×4, body rust free, never any bondo, excellent condition with 53 front clip. Frame never damaged, excellent .Fresh 350 Chevy motor rebuild with extras- i.e. roller rockers, chrome valve covers, chrome oil breathers, chrome pulley, chrome oil pan., mild cam. 400 auto. trans, scout suspension with complete new brakes(front disc) and custom master brake cylinder. Power steering and tilt steering column. Paint is fair at best. Lots of original parts. Original wood oak floor strips, chrome window moldings, some window seals, headlight-tail-lights, door handles, alternator, distributor, carb. Needs glass but have old glass for patterns. Local glass shops can cut flat laminated glass from patterns.Complete original instrument cluster. Glove box door, manual hubs, original radiator ,Harrison heater . No seats. Clear title. This is a project needing to be finished. You will have to look a long time to find a better body and frame.”
