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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 $600.
(04/12/2013) There looks like value here.
“Rare FC-150 Jeep Truck,1959 Forward Control 4 cylinder,4 wheel drive. Truck was running,but now has been parked outside for some time.
Good for restoration or parts,very cute little vehicle.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
(05/10/2013) This looks more like a VEC based on the tool indents.
“runs good 4×4 works needs battery and brake work will sale for 2500 obo or trade for 4×4 truck”
Between the Bantam Festival presentations on Friday and Saturday (both at 1pm at or near the History area — I can’t say for sure at the moment) and that fact that we are camping (which makes charging our equipment difficult), there will likely be few updates. I’ll throw up a few old posts though.
We will be camping at Amphitheater C.
SCHEDULE FRIDAY:
9AM: We will be arriving at Coopers Lake
1PM: My Presentation starts
1:30PM: I will be selling/signing Finding Virginia books and should have a couple more Amber Panels books as well.
5PM: We’ll be participating in the downtown Butler Jeep Rally
SCHEDULE SATURDAY:
1PM: My Presentation starts
1:30PM: I will be selling/signing Finding Virginia books and should have a couple more Amber Panels books as well.
3PM: Docent in history building? TBD
Evening: Eating at the “Pigout”
SCHEDULE SUNDAY:
We hope to be on the road by 11AM. We plan to stop in at the Packard Museum in Ohio.
I expect to have time Sunday evening to do updates.
<– Day 39 – Tues. June 11th: Checking Out Butler | Trip Overview | Day 41- Thurs. June 13th: Heinz History Museum –>
A beautiful Kaiser Darrin. Arrived knowing little about Kaiser Frazer cars, but left far more knowledgable thanks to Dave.
On Wednesday June 12th we drove from Monroeville to Somerset and back.
On Wednesday the 12th we drove from Monroeville to Somerset, Pennsylvania.
We awoke Wednesday morning in Monroeville’s Extended Stay Motel. With access to our first kitchen since we’d hit the road, I made my lovely bride some breakfast in bed. It is always good to keep one’s wife happy while jeep hunting.
After breakfast, our big stop of the day was a visit with Dave Antram. He invited Ann and I over to check out some of the barns on his family’s 150 acre farm in Pennsylvania.
Dave said to look for this sign. That way we’d know we were at the right place.
His family’s been in the area a couple generations. Over time they’ve enjoyed building several different types of collections, including jeeps. As Dave welcomed us and we began our walk he noted there was a lot to show us. He even thought about contacting American Pickers to come visit. But, then he admitted it would be hard for him to sell anything at ‘picker’ prices.
One of the early vehicles they started collection were tractors. One unusual tractor in their collection employs an aftermarket kit from Sears and Roebuck to transform a 1920’s model A into a tractor. The parts painted red are the aftermarket pieces. The ones painted black are the Ford Model T parts.
Model T with a tractor kit from Sears and Roebuck attached.
Above the tractor collection is a model T that was purchased by the family brand new. It was in bad shape for decades until Dave’s father fulfilled a goal to restore it during the 1990s. These days they use it in parades.
Dave’s father next to the Model T he restored.
I don’t know the finer points of a stock Model T, but the quality of the restoration looked good.
Marc spotted this website. It looks like it was just launched last year. It might interest others in South Africa. http://www.cj2.co.za
I tried to do some updates last night, but the internet wasn’t cooperating. For lack of any other reason, I’m going to blame the storm. I think I should be able to do some updates mid afternoon.
Here’s a pic from a Willys News paper that I spotted while visiting with Dave Antram yesterday (thanks Dave!). More on that visit later.
UPDATE: This opportunity is closed. Thanks to everyone for their participation!
I’ve decided to sell a pre-release version of my newest book, and my first historical novel, the Amber Panels of Konigsberg for $30. I will only sell 30 copies. What I’m hoping to do is to give people a chance to help me catch some errors and/or add some input so I can complete the book by the end of July.
What $30 gets you:
1. Advance signed copy of book. You will encounter some errors, but that’s the point and the nature of this process. I am hoping next time I will be able to publish with a professional organization. I will describe how to submit errors when you purchase.
2. A complimentary copy of the final book when published. It should reach you sometime in August.
3. A credit in the final copy that includes your name in the book.
4. An opportunity to participate in the final writing process.
5. The satisfaction that you’ve helped out my writing career.
6. Maybe it will be a collector’s item someday!?!
I will be offering the same deal to people after my presentations on Friday and Saturday at the Bantam Fest.
Reviews so far:
Only one person, Bill Foshay, has read the book in it’s current form. Here’s what he had to say about it:
Amber panels……..never would have picked up such a book in a bookstore…..skimmed thru it backwards and said…this is going to be boring. Not my cup of tea.
Then.. I got bored and needed to read something…so I started in. Holy historical novel, batman, you have a HIT. Could NOT put it down. Another home run. Better than your last, which was great. I loved how you got jeeps involved.
<– Day 38 – Mon. June 10th: Trains and Planes | Trip Overview | Day 40 – Wed. June 12th: A Collection Worthy of a Kaiser –>
My partner-in-crime had a migraine in the morning, so I had to photograph myself. I came, I saw, I photographed!
On Tuesday we did a short tour of Butler then drove to Monroeville, Pennsylvania.
Tuesday June 11th’s drive from Butler to Monroeville, Pennsylvania.
On Tuesday morning, we woke up at the crack of 9am and were out the door by 10. Our breakfast stop was the CHOP SHOP. If you are in Butler, I can highly recommend the place (check out the menu). My prime rib wrap was great. Ann’s Lamb wrap (very thinly sliced lamb with feta and more) was especially good, but couldn’t eat it all, so she shared half her wrap with me … yum!
After breakfast, Ann came down with a migraine, so I took her back to the motel room to rest. Meanwhile, I took care of a personal task: locate and photograph the Bantam Factory Marker, one of those holy jeep grail items I can now tick off my list. The marker is at 662 Hansen Ave, Butler, PA and you can see the sign using Google’s street view.
<– Day 37 – Sun. June 9th: Defecting to Canada | Trip Overview | Day 39 – Tues. June 11th: Checking Out Butler –>
So many cool things in this one-of-a-kind toy store!
After our failure to defect in Canada on Sunday, we decided to head south on Monday toward the jeep-mecca-that-is-Bantam: Butler, Pennsylvania.
On Monday June 10th we drove from Niagara Falls, New York, to Butler, Pennsylvania.
Though we’d spurned Canada, the country seemed to haunt us. I guess we were there long enough to look Canadian. For example, when we stopped by a Niagara Starbucks Monday morning, we were told by a cashier that we could go online and get Starbucks Cash (or points or something) for completing a survey. He then announced the cash (or points) were good in Canada, too. Ann and I looked at each other wondering why he thought we were Canadian. Then I realized I was wearing a “Canada” shirt.
From Buffalo, New York, we drove south through rain until we got bored of the Interstate. I spotted a town called North East, PA. Thinking that was an odd name, especially since it was in northwestern Pennsylvania, we decided to explore it. It was a strange town. For example, they grow plants over their parking meters.
After lunch at Lacasa De Pizza in downtown North East, we tried to visit their nearby railroad museum, but no one was home. There weren’t any hours posted on the door either. They did have lots of trains and a train station as well.
I never did learn why the town was called ‘North East’
There have been several Craigslist Ads for this California parts dealer. Maybe they have something you need?
http://www.willystruckwarehouse.com
Marc spotted this unusual combo.
“You are bidding on a 1951 M100 military trailer and Generator with spotlight. Trailer is in great condition. No rust. Parking brake works. Original tags. Etc. The only thing missing is the landing leg. Original color was Air Force blue, probably repainted by the firefighters later on.
The generator is powered by a 4 cylinder flat head L134 Jeep engine. I was told by the previous owner that he had the generator running and the spotlight shot bright light to 15 story high Bldg. Was used for his son’s birthday party. I cannot verify, I never had it running, but condition and the low hours on the running time meter tells me this should have no problem running as it should. I do not have a battery for it.
See more pictures in my photobucket link:
http://s1232.photobucket.com/user/3familytree/library/Fire%20Fighters%20Trailer”
View all the information on ebay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
This might be worth a look.
“’62 Willys Wagon- complete. Original straight six runs great. Good body-never chopped, cut up or “stump-jumkpered”. Can text or e-mail info or more pics.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4200
This appears solid.
“New tires and wheels. Brakes redone. Hoosier Conversion. Starts easily and runs smoothly. Offers considered.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5600.
(06/09/2013) This appears solid, though the dash looks a little odd.
“This Jeep is in excellent working order. It has been maintained, well-respected, and kept in the garage for at least the last five years that I have owned it. Primarily stock condition and mostly original, although various parts have been rebuilt or replaced with OEM.
This Jeep is ready and capable to hit the trails, be a daily driver, or be further restored to “museum” quality. It has spent most of it’s traceable life in Colorado and Arizona, so it has relatively minor amounts of rust (although the camera flash makes some dirt spots appear to be rust in the pictures).
Must see to appreciate the condition. It is a collector’s item that can still be very much put to use. It is difficult to find a Jeep this old that is in good condition and yet has not been significantly modified. That being said, a Jeep of this era will require some amount of tinkering.
I am happy to answer questions and provide more pictures. Reply to this ad or call Mark:
9288140129″
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/3862976840.html
The text of the ad highlights Santoloid “S” and Santolubes.
“Ad is about 7.75 x 11 inches”
View all the information on ebay
At least I think that’s a Ford GP. I’m having trouble telling given the photo’s angle. The page is 14×11 inches.
View all the information on ebay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
The tubs are $500 a piece. Note the far right ‘body’ is a FC-150 bed. I just thought the image was unusual.
“This auction is for one Jeep body tub only, with no other parts attached. The body being sold is for a CJ-2A Willys Jeep. It is the green one on the end next to the FC-150 truck bed. It will need some rust repair in the front floor pan. It has nice top bow brackets on the divers side”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
The motor runs and the jeep is drivable.
“1946 Willys JEEP, it runs and will drive but the brakes are not very good, the body needs extensive work, the frame looks OK, lots of surface rust but no big holes. The body extension is rusty and has a few holes through it. This is a project JEEP and may only be good for parts, you decide. Please ask questions before bidding. Thanks. Buyer responsible for pickup or I will help load on your trailer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500.
This jeep appears solid.
“Restored 1947 Willy’s CJ2a Jeep
This California find has undergone a frame off restoration.
Engine was rebuilt in 1998 and board .30 over standard
the following was done between 2009 and 2011
New Tranny
Over drive installed
Rebuilt carbs
In distributor electronic ignition installed
New wire harness
Updated to 12 volts
Key Start added
Steering system rebuilt
Turn signals added
Heated added
Fuel tank cleaned
New floors and floor bracing
New sheet metal on body
Besttop tiger top with removable doors”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
“1960 Jeep (Willy’s) Fleetvan for sale. $2000 or best offer, cash only. Very little rust. Located about 20 miles west of Emporia via hwy 50 in Strong City. Clear Kansas title. Mileage 74200”
UPDATE: Was listed at $15,000.
“1945 WWII Willys Jeep MB 421576. Ready for parades, display and/or reenactments. Body off rebuild. Looks good and drives and handles superbly. Restored by a professional with 25 Jeep restorations to his credit. The old speedometer showed 45,000 miles and was replaced and now shows 355 miles.
The Jeep does not require and further work. It is a vehicle that has won many accolades in parades and on display.
Reason for Selling: Owners age and health.”
http://norfolk.craigslist.org/cto/3861156429.html
Not a perfect restoration, but looks solid.
“1948 Willys Jeep CJ2A completely restored. Fun driver. Serious inquiries only, no trades. Some extra spare parts to go with, engine hood misc….
3o9-7o6-96 one two”
http://bn.craigslist.org/cto/3859744018.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1750
The red one has a strange rear cargo area.
“I have two mid 1940’s Willys MB jeeps for sale…Package deal for everything, white jeep is a 1944 MB, but title says Ford GPW, red one is also a MB, i have a title for the red one, but technically does not match the jeep.
Both need some work but are a great start.
Red jeep needs new tub sides and back part of the tub., it does have the original combat two piece wheels that are worth $150.00 each.
White jeeps body needs a good sanding and paint plus one spot repaired, plus battery and new wiring, seats etc…
There is also a hard top and two sets of doors that fits either jeep or will fit a CJ2A or CJ3A. I also have a complete front axle with leaf springs and steering on it, each have their typical rust spots, but not that bad for untouched.
$1,750.00 for everything possible trades, travel trailer, guns…or??”
UPDATE: Was on eBay. Now on Craigslist.
(03/29/2013) Has rear PTO. Looks in good shape.
“I HAVE A 1953 WILLYS JEEP IN GOOD CONDITION, MODEL CJ3A, NEW CARBURETOR,NEW STARTER HAS A WINCH ON FRONT AND HAS PTO ON BACK, TAN IN COLOR, CONTACT 308-530-6418 OR 308-530-3423. IF INTERESTED IN PICTURES PLEASE CALL AND WE WILL SEND THEM.”
http://northplatte.craigslist.org/cto/3859701273.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
This is a project. Note the full floating rear hubs.
“This is a good project jeep, it has original motor, doors, canopy, and seats. Replaced the front shocks and the tires are really good . The doors and canopy have to be cleaned up a little. The motor starts up right away. The gas tank has to be flushed and cleaned out. I have the two front seat frames that have to be done, the back seat is already done. The steering wheel does not belong to that jeep. The jeep is in black primer, its not perfect but looks good. I have the title and like I said its a project jeep. I am looking for a pickup truck or a Cherokee OBO or show me what you have”
