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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: Still Available
(07/04/2013) This has one of the odder ‘roll bars’ I’ve ever seen. There appears to be some body rot on the passenger side, too.
“Runs and drives well. 4wd works. Pipe bumpers, roll bars, good tires. For more information call 1(812)-969-2993.”
http://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/4017329427.html
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $3000
(03/14/2013) Not perfectly stock, but stock enough for a possible restoration.
“1046 Willy’s Jeep unrestored, Green, Rebuilt engine”
UPDATE: Was on eBay
Craig forwarded this great photo of a little boy ‘peddling’ Good Humor bars.
“LARGE SIZE: 19″ X 13″ Canvas ~ Image size: 16″x13″ READY TO FRAME”
Dan found this potential deal. It’s worth a look.
“Selling a 1952 Jeep Truck 4X4, Rebuilt 4cylinder engine, 3 Speed Transmission with new clutch, New brakes, wheel cylinders and brake hoses.New wiring harness that needs to be install. It runs but it needs to be register,last registration was 2009. It has rust on the body. Serious buyers only if interested you can reach me at (415)407-1218.”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/cto/4015346218.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
This looks solid.
“1948 willy’s cj2a
with snowplow and lots if extra parts
strong running. $4,000 or best offer.”
This looks good.
“52 Willys m38 Jeep
Stock numbers matching motor, motor has been rebuilt.
4WD.
Front winch.
Floor shift.
$8000.
See it at Midway Auto Sales
323 Towson Ave
Fort Smith
Weekdays 9-5 Saturday 10-1
479-785-5317”
http://fortsmith.craigslist.org/ctd/4014734579.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $400.
Not sure how much is salvageable, but the tag looks good.
“1945 Willys – Overland Jeep CJ2A chassis w/drive train. This is the 308th CJ2A off of the assembly line. Includes what you see and more. Column Shift. Original rear diff w/floating axles, transfer case, transmission, suspension, front bumper. Also included is an extra bell housing, drawbar/hitch, and carburetor (probably junk). The engine is not original and is frozen. Have the cylinder head. .The right front wheel is rusted out. Great for a restoration project. Would like to sell this to someone interested in getting this get back on the road. Will sell parts otherwise.”
It’s a project.
“1964 FC 170 JEEP CABOVER FLATBED PICKUP
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
4X4 STRAIGHT AXEL
CLEAN OREGON TITLE IN OUR NAME
“NOT MANY OF THESE LEFT THAT ARE SALVAGABLE SURVIVORS!!!!!
COMES WITH LARGE BUMPER AND GRILL GAURD
(THIS IS MY WIFES PROJECT) SHE HAS ACTUALLY DONE A LOT OF WORK, THAT WILL SAVE SOMEONE A LOT OF TIME. WE NEED THE $ SO IT HAS TO GO, UNLESS WE FIND ANOTHER WAY.
EVERYTHING IS THERE PART WISE, WINDOWS, RUBBER, ECT. MOST OF IT SHE TOOK OUT AND PUT IN TOTES TO MAKE SANDING AND WHAT NOT EASIER. I CAN SHOW YOU WERE IT ALL GOES. SEATS ARE IN GREAT SHAPE. WILL DEFFINITLY NEED SOME WORK, BUT FOR A RESTORE/COLLECTOR ITS NOTHING NOT FEASABLE. MOST OF THE CAB OUTSIDE HAS BEEN TAKEN DOWN TO METAL AND PRIMERD, THERE IS ONE SPOT SHE HAS NOT DONE ON THE TOP(HARD TO REACH) SOME OF THE INSIDE HAS BEEN TAKEN DOWN AND PRIMERED AS WELL. WINDOWS GO UP AND DOWN, I FIXED DOORS SO THEY OPEN AND SHUT.
WILL COME WITH A 305 ENGINE BLOCK (NEEDS A LITTLE TLC) AS WELL AS THE TRANSMISSION THAT IS STILL MOUNTED IN THE VEHICLE.
THIS IS A TRUE STEAL AT THE PRICE, RESTORED THEY GO FOR THOUSANDS.
$1600 OR BEST CASH OFFER EASY TO MOVE HONESTLY BUT WILL NEED TO BE TOWED WITH FLATBED.
541-956-3008”
http://corvallis.craigslist.org/cto/4015265406.html
Gary contacted me tonight to ask if I knew which year of jeep body my father used for his CJ-5 rebuild. It was a good question I didn’t know. I’d never studied the Renegade stripes. My research was not exhaustive on this, so please feel free to correct any mistakes.
Based on my review, I believe my Dad’s body came from a 1974 CJ-5. I started with the below picture.
Notice the stripe falls vertically. So, I just had to find a comparable vertical stripe. I just didn’t know how many years jeep produced the stripe. It turned out to be just 1974.
I looked up 1971 and 1972 bodies. During those years the Renegade had a straight stripe that didn’t drop over the side of the cowl as you can see below:
In 1973 the renegade had a straight back, then drop-angled stripe:
Note how the stripe is angled over the cowl and splits. This is a supposed to be a factory photo.
In 1974, the stripe fell straight as seen in these photos:
This is a factory photo.
Possible Late 1974 Style? Notice how the name drops lower. This stripe is being sold on eBay as a 1974/1975 style.
Here’s another example, though this jeep was listed as a 1973 (can’t find the original link). It may actually have been a 1974:
Here’s another jeep listed as a 1974:
In 1975, the style changed to one that dropped, then went straight back.
Bob forwarded this cute photo from Facebook.
I ran across this unusual ad for the complete setup for an unusual 4×4 in the February 1964 issue of Four Wheeler Magazine. The prototypes and parts were being sold by Vic Hickey (or he was acting as an agent). Anyone have more information on this? It appears to be a four wheel drive dune buggy.
I’m guessing this is a plastic from piece from a sign?
“Vintage JEEP truck dealer sign. This is from a lighted sign. Measures roughly 46″ x 49″. Call 33o-8ol-l4ol.”
http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/clt/4012458923.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was listed at $600.
This shouldn’t last long. It’s got an overdrive and it runs! If it were near me I’d buy it.
“1955 Willy’s Jeep with 44,739 original miles. Quite a collector’s item. The engine number is 4J94860 and the vin number is 5754818451. An overdrive has been added to the drive train. It has the original 4 cylinder motor and runs. The carburetor has been rebuilt including a new accelerator pump. It has new spark plugs, a new battery, and the tires are in good shape. $600. OBO. If the new owner wished to keep the original 4-cylinder motor, he may want to install a new fuel pump.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price.
This has potential.
“A friend has a 1959 Willis jeep/ wagon. It in pretty fair shape and seems to be original stock. 2 WD, inline6, single barrel, VERY lite rust barn stored. Have pictures call or text if you have an idea of current value, restored value/ collect ability. Any info would be much appreciated. Thanks”
Jerk spotted this unusual CJ-6 with what I assume is a custom bed. It’s another odd ball.
“Google translation of ad;
Willys Jeep pickup sold due to lack of time!
It is 4×4 and right hand drive. Is the course so no sms or e-mail hears
I was by myself for the end! Sincerely Tobbe”
http://www.blocket.se/vi/48830155.htm
Brian forwarded this mini-jeep listed at a real-jeep price.
“Mini Jeep CJ3B. A must-have for the little Jeepster in your life!! You will not see one like this anywhere else, it truly is ONE OF A KIND. Mini Jeep, tube frame (not lawnmower based.) Front & rear working lights plus off road lights, 10hp Kohler engine with electric start in excellent working order, hydrostatic transmission forward and reverse, electric winch. How about a trade? Mike 231-218-0ne zero55.”
http://centralmich.craigslist.org/cto/3984427441.html
Ted posted truck interior parts, wheels, booklets and other jeep items on eBay. You can see his store here:
http://www.ebay.com/sch/careyj103/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686
Here are a few of the items:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
It needs an engine.
“1948 Jeep Willys. Body restored and painted. Needs engine. Great project car. $1800 OBO- Make us an offer. Willing to negotiate.”
No pics provided.
“Brand new top, still in box.”
No pics provided.
“Koenig Ironworks metal top for Jeep CJ3A. Also have doors with slide up windows. Make reasonable offer. 54O-8eight8-three97nine”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5000.
(06/29/2013) It might not be at “factory specs”, but it’s got a repro body and appears solid.
“I’m selling a 64 cj3b it has been restored to factory specs all the way down to the rivots in the frame it also comes with another fhead engine and trans plus axels leaf springs etc to much to list basically everything to build another without frame and body if interested call Dave at 734-344-nine743 5000 for everything or best cash offer”
http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/cto/4011814259.html
UPDATE: Was $4200. **SOLD**
(06/28/2013) This looks pretty straight. It’s not entirely stock.
“Current registration and insurance, clear title in hand.
Body- Dented, rusty, some minor repairs done by prior owner. It is very useable as is, actually better than most project jeeps I looked at before buying this one, but needs work to be perfect. Some of the hat channels underneath are rusted and need repaired. This is actually very solid, just want you to know what to expect.
Frame- Solid, no major issues or rust that I have found.
Engine- GPW (ford) 4cyl engine. (this is the military version of the stock motor= not the factory original engine). The GPW is a nice addition depending on your plans, as it it worth more than the stock motor as many people restoring military jeeps would like to have the original style motor. Engine runs good overall, but the exhaust needs to be removed and the heat exchanger flap freed up. This is the flap that re-circulated exhaust air around the intake when the engine is cold to make it run better. It is common for these to seize up and cause the exhaust air to always heat the intake. This causes the gas to get hot in the carb and flood the engine. I had this freed up last year, but it sat over winter and is stuck again. Radiator was rebuilt last year, like new.
A US surfing celebrity called Roxy dropped by Moorea in Tahiti and borrowed Alex’s CJ3A for some fashion shots. I personally think they cropped too much of the jeep, but I guess it is all about the model these days . . . On the bright side, he made a few bucks on the rental 🙂
To Roxy’s credit, she could drive the jeep well. You can see more pictures of Alex’s jeeps (without Roxy) here
Here are some additional photos from the photoshoot
Finally, you can catch a quick glimpse of the jeep racing through the pinapple fields. You’ll have to watch a bunch of women in small bikinis to see it though. I’m sure you’ll all suffer through it just fine.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQP7qpoBNkA&feature=player_detailpage
