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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 $800
There appears to be some value here. The seller is upfront about the possible engine problem.
“All complete except the soft doors and top they are gone, has nice frame, tub needs the willys love, she ran early spring but had a noise in the engine 800 firm delivery is poss for a fee. Sorry NO TITLE it has been lost.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200.
It runs with F-head.
“1948 CJ2A with newer F head 4 cylinder motor 3 speed manual trans. LT225/75R16 BF Goodrich mud terrain tires with 90% tread on them. Soft top. Engine needs some work but does run.
Hard to say just how much is salvageable.
“For sale 1951 Willys flatfender, aluminum hard top with doors. body is rough but frame is straight have most parts but no engine. will consider trades. i do have pictures, please dont make me cut this up for scrap that is the other option if i cant sell it”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/pts/3922529826.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** This ad was on eBay.
“This is an original vintage advertisement
1969 Gates 4-Wheel Tires – Jeep Photo-Ad
This is an original vintage advertisement printed in 1969 for The Gates Rubber Company.
This 42 year old advertisement is in Excellent condition.
Approximate size: 8 x 10.5 inches”
Marc spotted this Champion Spark Plug Ad on eBay.
“Size is approximately 8.5″X12”
Original advertisement, not a copy
Shipped in a mailing tube OR in an envelope, between heavy cardboard in zip lock bag
All U.S. shipments include delivery confirmation
All ads are stored in a climate controlled, non-smoking environment
Grading, All of our ads are in “EXCELLENT” condition, nothing less. We would not sell an ad that we would not display ourselves. We are collectors first!”
View all the information on ebay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
The coloring looks good in this ad.
“Some moisture related waving of the pages. Great ads from a 1960 May & Halas Chicago publication. These ads are over 53 years old and are excellent for framing. Pages are mostly very good condition, see scans for details. Measures about 8 1/2″ X 11 1/2″. Combine orders at the same shipping rate for these ads no matter how many ads you buy at a flat rate of $2.99 in the US, $3.99 Canada & $5.99 Worldwide.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
How about this ‘state of the art’ computing power . . .
“This is an original 1963 print ad for NCR 315 computers! It measures approximately 11″ x 8” overall, has no tears or stains, comes from a dry, high-altitude, smoke-free environment, and is strictly graded
“Very Fine”.”
I don’t see many of these with the original seats.
View all the information on ebay
” Willys 1961 Traveler, if you’re looking you may already know the rarity of the Willys Traveler. If you are not I would suggest a good search of the internet, try “Willys production numbers” for a start. As if it wasn’t rare enough it has all the Civilian model Traveler specific parts in tact. I have been fooling with old Willys stuff since 1972 and have never seen one with all the pieces intact. It has the factory fold up rear bench seats, it has the roof mounted spare tire carrier, it has the rear sliding side windows, it has the step plate between rear bumper and the body all still attached. These ultra rare pieces are one of the things that makes it an ideal restoration candidate. The numbers are all correct for a 1961 Traveler and it comes with a good, clean title in my name. It’s 4 wheel drive with the desirable straight “6” 226 cubic inch flathead motor. The motor spins over by hand. the transmission and transfer case are in place.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000.
“Original, great condition, freshly rebuilt engine. Runs great, drive it cross country.”
The kids leave on WEdnesday, so I’ll save most updates until after they leave. Then, I’ll start into the final updates for the book.
UPDATE: I originally featured the Panther WaterCar in 2013. It was priced at $135k at the time. Mike spotted a video of it on Facebook yesterday, so I took another look at the website. The WaterCar is now priced at $139,000 for the basic vehicle or $172,000 for the custom version. Check out the video here. The company also recently introduced a Fire Rescue Vehicle: https://www.watercar.com/fire-rescue
According to the website, “Builders of The Most Fun Vehicle on the Planet! In 1999, WaterCar started as a personal challenge to build the world’s fastest amphibious vehicle. Our early WaterCars were purpose-built vehicles, to be very fast on both land and water. After January, 2010, when WaterCar established the Guinness amphibious speed record with our Python model, our attention turned to reliability and we began designing a vehicle to offer to the public. Fourteen years, countless successes and failures, 27 patents and untold labor hours later, our personal challenge has been achieved.
The Panther, our first WaterCar to be offered to the public, was created by our WaterCar team which is made up of top designers and technicians from around the world.
Throughout the Panther’s development, the commitment was to engineer a versatile amphibious vehicle built with proven off-the-shelf components that are recognizable throughout the automotive and marine industry. Our WaterCar team has achieved that goal.”
Mark’s posted an article about Gary’s jeep collection over at jeeptruck.com. Here’s a quick look at his collection:
“I thought I’d send some Pics of Mom, Pop and Baby Willys. Mom, of course, being the 49 2×4. Pop, the 51 4×4 (with the flat-nose front) 305 sbc with rebuilt 700r-4 with the 208 case, new driveshafts, etc. And last but not least, Wudy the little green 2-A.”
An ad for a 1946 CJ-2A referenced the following article from the July issue of Automobile Magazine. I expect this will fill a variety of CJ-2A sellers with visions of value where there might not be any. They assign a value of $12,500 to $20,000 for a restored CJ-2A and $12,000 to $18,000 for a restored CJ-3A. What they neglect to mention is how difficult it is to find a properly restored 2A or 3A.
Here’s a neat postcard. Interesting that the back includes directions about where to write.
View all the information on ebay
This doesn’t have it’s key.
“Vintage Tinplate Military Jeep. Measures approx. 3″ long.
Has a clockwork motor (but no key is present!). I tried testing it with one of my keys and the motor does need a bit of a service as it’s not running properly.
Overall in good vintage condition with some light signs of age/play related wear.”
View all the information on ebay
I wonder if this jeep survived.
“1944 Nettuno Italy Jeep Palma Ambrose Demanowicz Soldier Men Press Photo. You are bidding on an original 7 X 9 Press Photo of Nettuno Italy Jeep Palma Ambrose Demanowicz Soldier Men. Photo is dated 1944.”
View all the information on ebay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000.
This appears solid.
“This jeep is a survivor, it has been garaged for the past 25 years and rarely driven. It is the perfect project for a full restoration, or drive it like it is. This jeep is 95 percent original and is currently registered in California. Shipping in the US only. Rebuilt engine 300 miles ago, new battery, carburetor, new fuel tank, hoses, wire harness, exhaust and muffler. The rear deck has been replaced and welded in. Has rear seat without mount. Rear seat and drivers seat done in canvas. Tires are fair and has spare. Starts and drives well. Two gauges are after market. All lights work except spot not wired. These are rare and would be great for any military collector. Price is firm. Thanks”
This appears solid and pretty stock.
“947 Jeep Willys with a snow plow. Runs good, drives good, snow plow works well. Snow plow powered by Chrysler power steering pump. Jeep has new plugs, wires, cap, rotor button, condenser, and points. Jeep also has new fuel pump. Jeep has new 6 volt battery but will not hold a charge. The top on the Jeep was replaced 4 years ago.(some seams are split overall top in fair condition). This Jeep is mechanically solid, I have plowed snow for the last 3 years with this Jeep at my home and for others in the neighborhood. The process to obtain a title has been initiated through the Colorado DMV. The title is clear. For this process to continue in Colorado, all lights have to be operational on the vehicle. The wiring is 60+ years old. In my opinion, it needs a complete new wiring harness. (Complete new wiring harness available at Kaiser Jeep Willys for $314). In addition to the Jeep, I also have 2 brand-new Firestone 6X16 military tread tires and 2 brand-new sets of military-issued tire chains. Snow plow has recently been painted and upgraded to all quick-release pins and all brand-new hydraulic hoses.
LOOKING TO TRADE call or text nine70-42six-222six”
http://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/3922154803.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9500.
(07/24/2012) “1949 Willys Jeep that had a frame off restoration 6 years ago. Driven around 3000 miles since restoration. 28984 miles on odometer. The tub and tailgate and hood are replacement. Body is rust free and nearly perfect. Garaged everyday since restoration. All original save for the body, wheels and two inch lift springs and shocks. I have the original springs to put it back to original stance and painted steel wheels that match the jeep w/ excellent tires although they are not the military all terrain tires that the jeep was originally issued. It is converted to 12 volt and there is a list of new parts too numerous to mention. Starts every time and runs like a dream. The wheels and tires alone are worth $1200.00 and have less than 1500 miles on them
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
This appears solid, though it has gone through a few changes.
“V6 3.8 engine. All tags are current and good condition”
Mark just posted this militarized CJ-2A at Warjeeps.com.
“48 CJ2A
I purchased this jeep 5 months ago. It is a 48 CJ2A. I was told it has an original body, transmission, transfer case. It has clear title and is currently tagged and insured in Georgia.
Below is a list of what It has had done since I got it:
Rebuilt T90 Transmission (All new parts)
Rebuilt Dana-18 Transfer Case (All new parts)
New clutch, pressure plate, throwout bearing
Flywheel resurface
New emergency brake shoes
Items above were dont 80 miles ago
New carb
New brakes
All new brake lines
New master cylinder
New plugs
New rear seat frame
New fuel filter
New Oil filter
All new hoses
4 new seat belts
New thermostat
New rear diff pinion seal
New front tires
New gauges (except speedo which I believe is original)
New Shocks
New shifter boots
Flushed coolant system
All new fluids
…more
Price: $12000”
http://www.warjeeps.com/mjs/sale/adsm491/adsm491.html
This has the rear texas hunting seat mod.
“This is a 1952 Jeep Willy’s in excellent condition, perfect for the deer lease. It runs great and has a new 50lb deer feeder on the back. It also has a custom High Seat built on the back of the Jeep. This Jeep is unstoppable. If you have any questions feel free to call. Thanks
Jeremiah
979-332-oneninetwofour”
http://laredo.craigslist.org/cto/3921789865.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000
This has been verified as a Traveller (thanks Dan). #266 of 395 Travellers built in 1962.
“1962 S/W body and parts.
Rare rear doors not tailgate!
Clear Ohio title.
Three hoods
Front end
1987 S-10 2wd frame.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2500.
“This jeep has been garaged for all the years that I’ve owned it. I just never got to do more than tinker with it. It’s ready for someone to take it all the way. It has a Ford 302 engine, transmission, seats, warn overdrive, back seat, roll cage, headlights, gas tank, etc. Most of the parts are there. Call 253-223-3664, ask for Mike. See photos.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/3921406160.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3400
(04/14/2013) This appears to have potential. It runs and drives.
“This is a 1946 Willys Jeep model CJ2A Universal. The body is very solid although it has had some patches done some time in its life. Drive it as is, or would make an easy restoration to factory original. It runs great and all the running gear works great. It does, however need brake work, electrical work, radiator service and some other misc. stuff. Currently registered in my name with transferable ownership available immediately. This Jeep is NOT ready for the road just yet, but it wouldn’t take much.”
