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Marc spotted this neat ad from an issue of December 1945 Motor Age Magazine. The ad was already sold on eBay, but I found an issue of the entire magazine still for sale on eBay.
View all the seller’s photos on eBay
UPDAT: Was $10,000. **SOLD**
This was a navy Jeep. Plenty to read about this one.
“I’ve had this great running little jeep for several years. I’m thinking I may want to pursue a different hobby so it may be time for my Jeep to move to a new home. I purchased this from a friend of mine (WWII aircraft mechanic) that used it at Centennial Airport to pull vintage airplanes around the hanger. The reported history is it was originally purchased by the US Navy in Hawaii and used as a shore patrol or similar right after the war. Although there were many Army jeeps in the area, the Navy purchased a few right after the war directly from local dealers (sounds like a mini-stimulus program). I verified this info from a WWII Jeep forum on the web called G503.com.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was Make Offer
“I have a 1947 Willy’s Flat Fender CJ-2 (Fully Restored). Chevy V8 350. 4WD with Centerline Rims and Bridgestone tires. Radio/CB. Please make offer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was auctioned.
I don’t see much rust or rot.
“1948 CJ2A jeep universal. To be sold at auction May 4th 2013”
I can’t imagine these appear too often??
“AN/TVS-3 Searchlight. These units came out an Air Force base and are powered by 120/240volt 400hz. It appears to be in great condition but we do not have the proper generator to power these units. I do however know where a couple are located and will pass that information along to any successful bidders. Please visit out website Shop Military Stuff for more information and additional pictures.”
View all the information on ebay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
This runs, has not title, and needs work.
“I bought this GPW for the original top bows that it had and because she is a driver. I will provide a bill of sale only, no title. Due to that fact, I’m selling it as a parts jeep. I planned to part it out but have decided to sell it as is since she’s a runner and I’m sure the right person can enjoy it for what it is. If I don’t sell it I will use it around my property to move stuff around. It appears to be a radio jeep due to four mounting holes on the fender well in the rear driver side by the tool box. It also appears to have had a machine gun due to the four holes on the floor where the machine gun mount on the frame is. The frame is decent with vin that matches the glove box. Engine is an MB engine. Original paint can be seen where the civilian paint has been pressure washed off in many places. The early windshield in the picture was removed but I have another early windshield with brass latches that will be included. It will however need some repair.
The bod looks in good shape.
“I have a fiberglass willies with small block Chevy and turbo 400 transmission motor has a knock believe something is wrong with transfer case also great body great potential to be made a racer again or used as parts 1200 or best offer trades considered Motorhead and Hunter let me know what you got text me 1802 376 7654”
http://burlington.craigslist.org/pts/3747002504.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9350
“Beautiful candy apple red Jeep Willys cj2a. It’s mostly stock with matching vin’s except wheels and tires. Good 31X10.50 radial Baja wide track tires on all black rims. Stock flat head 4cyl runs and drives great. 4×4 works great. It has aftermarket bucket seat in it now on professionally built seat mounts but the stock seats are in great condition and are included. Has a partial roll bar, bikini topper and a custom back seat. Modern radio with nice speakers. Also has a brand new magnum 9k winch all wired up and read to go. The motor is painted to match and all hoses are dressed with chrome covers that match the diamond plating around the jeep. It is missing the speedometer, odometer, has aftermarket gauges and a fiber glass hood paint to match also. Installed seat belts in front. Must see! Collector vehicle plates. Title in hand in my name.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
It looks like some good work has been done.
“54 m170 ambulance “jeep” is basically a stretched m38a1 or a military cj6
Acquired as a pile of parts now back together, most of hard work done still needs this and that but is running strong and operational, CA title, reg” non op”
jeep is located in paradise, ca”
This starts. Needs clutch.
“1953 willys jeep with 6 1/2 foot western plow, 4cly , runs like a top, starts in 40 below, needs clutch, will move on flat ground but chutch slips, parts are 170$ for a clutch kit, I have plowed with this jeep for four years and am upgrading to a bigger plow. would make a great small driveway plow truck or restoration project, 80% solid, brakes work good, 800 obo , may trade for a pontoon float on style trailer. call or TX with questions. 989 8five8 667zero”
http://nmi.craigslist.org/cto/3747240779.html
Not a lot of value here.
“Jeep Willys CJ-2A F134 Overhead Valve
PARTS ONLY, ROLLING CHASSIS!!!!
———————————————
Trails West
12290 National Rd. SW
Pataskala, Ohio
43062
Or give us a call at (740) 964-5140”
http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/3747197964.html
Not sure how much value is here.
“PARTS ONLY, ROLLING CHASSIS!!!
———————————————
Trails West
12290 National Rd. SW
Pataskala, Ohio
43062
Or give us a call at (740) 964-5140”
http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/3747178407.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200
(12/13/2013) It doesn’t run, but looks like it has potential.
“Doesn’t Run
289 Motor
Sale or Trade
509-945-1721″”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000
(11/24/2012) If there is really a closet full of parts, this may be worth a look.
“I just don’t have the time to finish it up. The chassis have been rebuilt from the ground up. Axles, Brakes, Steering, Tranny, Engine. I have two tubs that I was going to use to make one but just don’t have the time. It is set up for 12 volt and I have all new gauges, and a new wiring harness. I have two extra fenders. It has a T90 tranny in it and I also have a T84 Tranny that is ready to re-assemble. I have all the parts plus a large closet of more original Jeep parts. Way too many to list. I even have the paint for it. It just need some work on the tub and reassembled.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
It runs. Looks like a couple FCs in the background, too.
“225 Buick V-6
Runs
Sale or Trade”
Marc was in the South African Air Force, but never saw one of these offroad airborne Jakkal vehicles in action. He’d never seen one until he enountered this link, which has all kinds of pictures by Danie Van den Berg:
http://www.sa-transport.co.za/military/army_vehicles_3.html
Here’s a packed Jakkal from a Wikipedia entry:
It looks like this has a jeep like suspension with full floating hubs in the rear. Note how the winch until on the front folds down to allow the front clip to tilt forward.
This seller has listed a variety of photographs for sale again. Here’s just one showing the assembly of crated MBs and GPWs. View all the seller’s photos on eBay
“8” X 10″ SHARP GLOSSY PHOTOGRAPH WITH NO DATE OR INFORMATION ON BACK (IT COULD BE A U.S. ARMY SIGNAL CORPS PHOTO FROM THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES BUT I’M NOT SURE. THESE PHOTOS HAVE BEEN IN MY COLLECTION FOR OVER 25 YEARS AND IS TIME TO LET THEM GO). Condition is excellent.——I will be listing more Military Vehicle photos in the weeks to come if you are interested.——Any reddish tint that you might see is a reflection off my logo template and is not in the photograph.”
View all the information on ebay
Deborah forwarded this video from Tom Townsend and the Military Network Motor Pool. The first segment deals with jeeps. To their credit they spend some time discussing jeep history and describing how to tell the differences between jeeps (ford vs mb and military vs civilian). But, I felt they could have covered the history more accurately.
For example, when discussing the Bantam prototype they showed pictures of the BRC-40 (3rd generation Bantam). They never showed any pictures of the Willys prototypes. They also suggested Willys got the contract for the jeep before Ford appeared. The reality is Ford not only submitted prototypes, but won the principal military contract, before it was taken away and given to Willys. Another mistake was that CJ-2As were produced starting in 1945 rather than 1946.
You can check out the entire episode here: http://www.hulu.com/watch/216750
Marc spotted this photo that was sold on eBay yesterday. What’s interesting is that the there’s a CJ-3B followed by a M-38A1. I wasn’t aware they lined up jeeps at the assembly plant like that.
You can view the entire photo here on eBay
Here’s a neat postcard from the 60s(?).
“Colorado Postcard of Colorado Rockies Jeep Road – Photo by William A. Sanborn. These roads wind between Ouray and Telluride. Measures approximately 6″ x 4″. Has scalloped edging. Card is slightly bowed and corners are dinged (see pics.).”
View all the information on ebay
Here’s an interesting photo. That looks like a home wooden hardtop. I can’t tell what the letters on the front of the windshield spell.
“Photo size is 4.5×2.75″ inches”
View all the information on eBay
The jeeps aren’t really big, but there appears to be a flattie, a CJ-5 and a wagon or truck.
“WEST YELLOWSTONE, MONTANA — Circa. 1960 Street view with Chevy and Jeep autos parked in front of a STANDARD OIL Co. Gas Station. Chevron, Conoco, and Texaco gas station signs can be seen in the view. The card is unused — very good+ condition. It’s a dandy view for your automobile/gas station post card collection.”
View all the information on ebay
UPDATE: Sale Pending. Was priced at $1800.
I happened across this beautiful wagoneer. It looks like a great price. We thought seriously about this one.
“1970 last of the legendary Kaiser made Jeeps!!! These are very hard to find in any condition!! Powerful V8 engine runs strong!!! I have been contacted by alot of CL flakes! Please only only inquire if you are a serious buyer as hard times have driven me to sell. Cash only/NO trades ($1800obo)”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4900
The top is rare with the little windows along the top. It looks nice.
“THIS WELL MAINTAINED AND REBUILT JEEP IS A WWII VINTAGE JEEP
THAT WAS BUILT BY WILLY’S ON DEC 23, 1942. SERIAL # OF JEEP IS 197749.
THE JEEP HAS BEEN IN THE FAMILY SINCE THE 1970’S.
THE ENGINE IS THE ORIGINAL 4 CYLINDER REBUILT BY WILLAMETTE PARTS
IN EUGENE. THE MAINS ARE .020 AND THROWS ARE .030. THE STEERING BOX,
TRANSMISSION, BRAKES ARE ALL REBUILT. A NEW TOP WAS PUT ON AT
THAT TIME AND JEEP PAINTED. HAS ALWAYS BEEN INSIDE AND COVERED
IN A STORAGE SHED. MOST OF THE WORK WAS DONE IN 1985 AND SINCE THEN
I WOULD GUESS THAT IT HAS NOT HAD MORE THAN 2,000 MILES PUT ON IT.
IT ALSO HAS BEEN CONVERTED TO 12 VOLT SYSTEM. ALL TAIL LIGHTS, BRAKE
LIGHTS, TURN SIGNALS,AND RADIO WORK WELL. HAS TACK, SPEEDOMETER AND ALL GAUGES
AND THEY ALL WORK EXCEPT THE FUEL. BEFORE WE BOUGHT IT SOMEONE PUT A
ROLLOVER BAR ON IT. I HAVE A SERVICE MANUAL THAT GOES WITH IT.”
This might be worth a look.
“All original complete 1962 Willys m38a1 needs restoration but is straight an rust free. Have military manual and service manual for it and many extra parts. Ran before placed in storage should just need a tune up and she will run. No longer have hard top and doors. Seats need to be re upholstered Make me an offer. This jeep deserves a good home. Call or text 623-680-0587”
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/cto/3743333086.html
