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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 $1000.
The paint job suggests this might have been nice at some point; not so much now.
“good project for a hunting vehicle or crawler!
its all there,motor,tranny,tcase,axles,original rims.
missing is the seats,windshield. has a winch-condition unknown.
$1000 OBO.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1100
It’s a parts jeep.
“No motor. Has front and rear end and transfer case. Has a transmission, but it is out of an M38 jeep. No pink slip. This is a parts jeep.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(12/10/2012) Looks like it runs the trails well.
“1947 cj2a 33inch tires dana 44 front and rear disk breaks up front 472 gears detroit locker in rear passenger side drop on both axles dana 18 transfer case with advance adapter bolted to a th 350 transmission powered by a 4.3 litre chevy v6 with about 1000 miles on motor brand new radiator brand new hydroboost braking system comes with a bikini top. has a warn 8274 winch with nylon rope not in the picture this thing runs strong and stops great feel free to call me at 206-261-2296 with any questions. thanks for looking.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/3995028883.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5700.
(04/23/2013) This looks solid.
“4 Willys Wagon. Mid 70’s AMC 6 cylinder, power steering, Scout axles with front disk brakes. Repainted several years ago, 2002 Mustang Red. Interior redone, still pretty nice. 2 sets of wheels. Over $8500 invested. Been sitting for a while, but runs, drives and still looks good.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/3995255918.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was priced at $3900
(07/29/2013) The sides panels have been replaced, so this likely had rust at one time. It looks solid from a distance.
“1953 Willys CJ3B Flat fenderJeep. Rebuilt original 4 cylinder engine, starter and carburator. 3 speed transmission with Saturn Overdrive. Start, runs, and drives well for it age, 4 wheel drive high and low work well. Body good to fair, like new Goodyear Wranglers, electric wiper,and electronic distributor. New front rubber brakelines and shocks. Decent soft top with doors. New camo seat covers front and back. Passed Mo. inspection Jan /2013 Clean Mo title
Spare parts to go with it
New side body panels, hard top with doors, [ need work ] distributor, master cylinder, brake lines, starter, books, etc.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(08/12/2013) It’s got two different seats.
I have a 47 willys that I drive almost daily and enjoy a lot but would like a bigger jeep I have a wife and 2 kids and we don’t fit in my cj2a very well so I am just here seeing what people have to offer cash or trade thanks for looking and feel free to contact me for more info (530 632 4673)
I would really like a jeepster commando but interested in all reasonable offers”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/3995004182.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500
(12/20/2012) Calling this refurbished, rather than restored, is more accurate. I’m not sure what is hanging so low below the jeep.
“This is a very nice FRAME-OFF resoration. Everything redone!! Check out the video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzNXQwca7nM From the wheel bearings to the brakes to the wiring and the engine!
This has the F-134 engine and I did NOT cut a hole in the hood. Tub is strong and solid, drives great, lots and lots of fun to drive and really is an attention getter no-matter where I go.
New Starter
New Alternator (12 volt)
New fuel pump (with glass bowl)
New wiring
New brakes and brake lines
Rebuilt engine
New clutch
New brake master cylinder
New lights
3 trailer hitches
CLEAR TITLE!!!!”
Well, I’d planned to do updates for Sunday, but an unexpected dinner of Thai food with Ann’s grandfather put me into a food coma, which led to some sound sleeping.
Today I expect to complete the last full edit review of the new book. Forty pages have been slashed, some logic improved, a little back history added, errors corrected, and explanations clarified. I expect to order a proof version monday morning and, if all is correct, announce it is ready for sale by mid-next week.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1850.
I’m digging those old school white three-spoke rims. Impossible to find.
“Two 1946 Willies Jeeps . Both are currently not running . I believe all components should be there . The red willies was stored in a barn for over 20 years . Both for $ 1,850 ”
John forwarded this great article about the Crosely Fire Jeep, whose restoration was revealed at the Crosley’s Annual Meeting. See all the pictures and info at Hemmings.
Here’s a reproduction of Joe Frazer with his Willys MA.
“I have here a nice reproduction 8 x 10 photograph. The picture shows 1940’s era co owner of the Willy’s Jeep Joe Frazer. The picture shows Joe at the smoke house getting a nice Ham and of course driving a Jeep”
View all the information on ebay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
Here’s an unusual ad that appeared in Radio-Craft magazine.
“This is an original 1944 black and white print ad for the Echophone EC-1 and Jeep.
Period Paper is excited to present a radio-rich collection of advertising and articles from the Radio Craft and Popular Electronics magazine. This collection is chalk full of World War II advertisements featuring radios, electronic tubes, Echophone communications and fantastically beautiful covers. The articles give an insight into Nikola TeslaÕs life and the Worldwide Station Lists that contain a list of usable radio channels.”
Merlin’s crew in Maryland is looking for some restorations. If you’d like someone who knows jeeps to do some work, give him a call. You can learn more at http://www.hansonmechanical.com or view their craigslist ad: http://baltimore.craigslist.org/aos/3900669336.html
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $15,800.
This has some interesting details, including the hood latches.
“You will never see a Willys like this again. This jeep is amazing. 454 big block with world heads (sounds way nasty) and has a 400 turbo automatic with quick shifter on the floor with a twin stick transfer case. Has full top to with doors. Also has hidden stereo with remote in tough lock box between seats with killer fosgate speakers below seats This Jeep might have 200 miles on it. I have a stack of receipts over 15k of parts with no labor. Hundreds of hours of labor. The quality of this jeep belongs in a car show. $15,800 If you see this rig in person you will buy it! If you are serious call if not don’t waste my time or yours.”
UPDATE: Was priced at $8995. **SOLD**
“I am selling my 1964 Jeep Kaiser mail van which is also known as a “Willy”. Tis thing runs great!! The engine and transition are very solid and run well. It has High, Low and Reverse and runs very strong in all three. The over all shape is in pretty good condition.
It is a right hand side drive vehicle, it was used as a mail van years ago. It has two sets of gas pedals, you can either drive sitting down or standing up. It has a roll up door in the rear.
I was going convert this into an ice cream truck. But had a family obligation so I was unable to go through with the business.
I am strictly selling this in person and for cash only, no payment plans. Serious buyers only.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500
The has a reproduction body and looks solid. Was listed for sale last year.
“Very good condition, 3-owner car; 1st used on a farm, 2nd owner replaced body and mostly stored 25 years. Milage unknown. great opportunity to complete a restoration.Tow Bar and 2nd spare hood (w/o Willys logo)”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1948.
It needs work.
“nice shape,will need some work to be streetable,original 4 cyl,3speed,4×4,needs brakes,lights,tires are old but hold air,has cleaned out gas tank,needs to be hooked up,will start with gas poured down carb,has some new parts that go with it,needs glass but nothing on the jeep is costly,perfect shape for running around desert 4 wheelin ,these are pertty much the same from early 40’s – 60’s”
UPDATE: Still Available
This has the ‘Fresno’ modified windshield. The passenger side tank inlet is unusual. The body is fiberglass.
(04/23/2013) “Project Jeep, Fiberglass body, fenders and hood – no grill . Comes with second stronger CJ3A frame, also comes with 4.3 liter Chevy V6, T90 transmission, ands D18 transfer case. Everything’s here for a nice small Jeep.
Please be aware there are two spots over the rear fender wells and one over the cowl that need some fiberglass repair. If you’ve ever done body work with Bondo this isn’t much different. Please contact me with any questions and I’ll respond as quickly as possible.
Does not have title, but can supply bill of sale. This vehicle has been off the books in California for more than 25 years. Comes with VIN plates. If you’re affraid of doing a little paperwork with your local DMV then this isn’t the Jeep for you. Priced lower, because I don’t have the time.
Will need grill and radiator.”
View all the information on ebay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500
It runs, but is rough.
“1950 Willy’s Jeep
It runs, body is fairly rusted.
Comes with snow plow on front, hydraulic pump mounted in bed.
4 cylinder
Brand new front seats.
Brakes failed, no brakes
Odometer doesn’t work, mileage is stuck. Didn’t work when we bought it. Used it to plow the drive way snow.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
The seller lists this as a 1944, but it’s clearly CJ-2A.
“1944 keep still runs needs TLC.”
There might be some value here.
“AWESOME 1948 Willys Jeep w/ Chevy Engine, Edelbrock chrome 4 barrell carburetor, chrome air filter, chrome valve covers, manual transmission, 4wd with granny gears, custom roll bar, custom bikini soft top cover, power steering, electric cooling fan. She’s a beauty! $4,500 or best reasonable offer. Street registered. Great for hunting, 4 wheeling or just showing off at car shows! Runs well! No trades.”
http://harrisburg.craigslist.org/pts/3990592543.html
No pics provided.
“Nice hunting jeep 300 miles 11″ brakes rebuilt motor transfercase transmission hard top comes with it verry hard to find extra rebuilt motor transfer case T90 trans extra parts
$5.000 obo call bill 530-2281960”
John forwarded a link to the Air and Military Museum of the Ozarks in Springfield, MO. The site includes a reference to the restoration of a Coast Guard Jeep.
I found this picture of the jeep on Flickr. Most of it is MB, but unclear why the civilian grille was added. http://www.flickr.com/photos/dustinholmes/4872679542/lightbox/
Brian shared these pics of his great looking Structo Jeep that includes the siren.
