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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
It’s got some parts, but hard to say just how much value there is.
“You are bidding on 1 complete Restorable M38 Willys Military Jeep for parts only with no title. The jeep has been converted to a 12 VOLT SYSTEM. The jeep has the front and rear ends, complete motor, transmission, transfer, radiator and body. This sale is for PICKUP ONLY, NO SHIPPING AND FOR THE USA ONLY!!!!!!!”
UPDATE: The status of Gobex is unknown. Their website is no longer active.
Here’s a couple unusual fiberglass, rear engine powered jeeps sold by a South African company called Gobex. These are updated versions of the VEEP. This might make a fun, different, race jeep body. The exchange rate between the US dollar and the South African Rand is approx $100 – R863, so the CJ2 Jade Jeep Kit costs R14,615 or $1697.68.
“MISSION: To become the leading provider of beach buggies, both long wheel base and short wheel base units. We manufacture the popular CJ2 and CJ6 replica Jeeps. The Company started in 1983 as Steve’s buggies on the South Coast of Kwa-Zulu Natal South-Africa. Over the years, as part of ongoing researh and development, a number of products have been refined and manufactured.”
http://www.gobex.co.za/index.htm
I found this body, which I believe is a Gobex body and not a Veepster body, at this site.
John Vahey, from R&P 4WD, and I have been exchanging emails ever since the company started advertising on eWillys. We finally got a chance to meet at Brian’s in Kennewick a couple days ago. John wanted to share with me R&Ps cool new Dual Master Kit for vintage jeeps. To help promote its launch, R&P will be donating the kit as part of a contest eWillys will be holding next month. I’ll describe more about the contest later and will be announcing the winner at the Willys Spring Reunion in May (you won’t have to be at the reunion to win).
One of the slick parts about this system is the simple way it mounts. You actually use the bracket itself as a template using the clutch bar (see pics below). If you want to learn more, you can contact R&P at 503-557-8911 or through its contact page.
Brian mounted the kit and recorded his experience yesterday. He posted pictures and a review at his facebook group, Jeep Thing. Here is his review:
John said it would take about 4 hours. To the average guy, in his driveway, this job will take 4 hrs. The best part was the engineering and attention to detail, oh and the great directions. Hell the entire thing is great. NO frustration factor! This thing is a pleasure to install and looks very clean. R & P hit this one out of the park!”
Here the pictures Brian took of the mounting process. He is testing this out on his M-38A1 project.
An inner frame shot of Brian’s M-38A1
An outer photo of Brian’s M-38A1
Brian removed the outer plate.
Note how the bracket uses the clutch bar to line up the bracket in the proper place for drilling.
Buz spotted this paper model of a Willys Overland Jeep Station Wagon at papercruiuser.com. You can even select the color.
http://papercruiser.com/?wpsc-product=willys-jeep-woody-wagon
Nick spotted this unusual photograph of a flatbed truck lifting and loading M-38s onto an unknown transport.
“Shows a loader with 2 Jeeps, Fort Bragg, NC, backside has description w/ dates. 7×5 inches.”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
This is the most jeep looking golf car I’ve seen. They usually don’t sit so high.
“Custom Jeep body on a Club Car DS chassis.
Many custom parts.
10″ lift, 14″ tires, DVD player AM-FM-MP3-CD player New marine speakers
Diamond plate accessories,
New shocks, New suspension and most of all…brand new batteries.
One of a kind. a real headturner
Phone calls only…….I will not respond to emails.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
This looks good.
“Fully restored 1946 Willys CJ2A. Engine, gearbox, tranfer case all restored by professional shops. Frame/body paint/electrical by owner. Harvest Tan, correct color for 1946. Luzon Red wheels. Overdrive added when restored for better highway drivability. 5 new Firestone vintage truck knobby tires, has period turn signals and period heater installed. Under restoration 2000–2006, about 1000 miles on it since restoration. Located near Levenworth Kansas, can be seen by appointment.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
This needs some work, but looks like a good price.
“1947 Willys CJ2A
Ford V-6, C-4 automatic transmission, rear dana 44, front dana 30, front and rear posi 31″ TSL thornbirds, power steering, 4 wheel power disk brakes, tilt column, air compressor, welder, spring over, custom windshield, bikini top, full top with full doors.
This Jeep needs some TLC, not a basket case by any means, but does need a little work.
$4000 OBO May be interested in a trade.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000
This looks good.
“Jeep is a great shape and has been taken good care of. It has 35,000 original miles. has new top and 6 ply tires. It even has the rear seat which is very rare.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9800.
This looks solid, but I think the paint needs a closer look. It appears uneven just under the driver’s side mirror.
“This Jeep was part of a motor pool at an air museum for 20 years as a flight line/follow me Jeep. Go Devil motor runs great. No rust. ALL gauges and lights work as they should. Running on 12 volt, converted from 24 volt.
Great driver (a real head turner) as is, or an easy full restore.
$9,800. No trades. Will store until snow melts.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** $6000 on eBay
This runs, but needs some work and isn’t entirely stock.
“This is an April 1942 Ford script GPW jeep. This is a good vehicle to enjoy as is, for reenactors, or do a Restoration on. I bought it as I just wanted something to drive instead of rip apart and never be able to finish. Makes a good combat class looking vehicle. The engine is out of a 1949 CJ 2. The transmission is still the original t84 and bell housing when I looked underneath still has a big ford script. The data plates are the original data plates delivered April 1942. The frame number matches the data plates. This has a clear clean Colorado title. The Jeep has been converted to 12 V charging system. All the gauges except fuel gauge work, even speedometer works. Included with the auction Ari set of original gauges that just have not been put in yet. Read more on eBay.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was eBay.
The engine runs.
“This is a rare Ford GPW script Jeep that has been here in California since going into active service in 1942. After stripping the paint off of the body I was pleasantly surprised to find an extremely straight and almost rust free body. The fuel well was rusted and will need to be replaced and a new fuel tank should be purchased also. The engine runs well with 40 pounds of pressure at idle while cold. It drives and shifts well but the brakes are dragging and will need to be gone through. Someone has cut a small area on the passenger side body as can be seen in the pictures, a steel plate was welded in place. Why that was done is a mystery, there’s no evidence of damage, just that this small area was cut out. Since stripping the paint off a few months ago there is minor surface rust which has formed on the bare metal that can easily be taken off. I had originally thought about doing a complete body off restoration. I decided to keep the minor ding on the leading edge of the front drivers side fender to keep some character showing that it had been there and done it some where many years ago. One thing is for sure that with a minimal amount of work and cost this rare WWII survivor could be back on the road in short order. I don’t know where or if it would be possible to find a better unrestored example of an early Ford GPW Jeep. I have a clear California title. The original ID tags have gone missing so assume that new ones will have to be affixed to the Jeep.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2750.
If this runs, it might be worth a look. there appears to be only surface rust.
“Its only missing the back set. Has the over head valve 4 cellener in it 6 volt. system. The body is veary nice. come see it. ”
The looks like a good candidate for a restoration.
“For sale, 1949 Willy’s Jeepster. all original and complete, with a new convertible top . This jeep has been sitting in a garage for 20 years, it would make a great restoration project, it has 56k miles. original 4cylinder engine. Comes with factory original service manuals and clean title. Contact Michael @425-478-3445”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/3682083798.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(02/19/2013) Needs some work, but looks like a fun project to get running again.
“43 Willys CJ2A
231 V6 4speed with gear splitter.
runs good but needs some TLC.
looking to trade Chevy El Camino or ?
text or email pics of possible trade.
open to cash offers but dont waste my time i know what i have.”
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/3682904429.html
It looks like this is an older restoration.
“1953 Willy’s four cylinder F-head Over Head Valve with Weber Carburetor… Runs and drives great… Paint not perfect but in good condition… Four wheel high and low and two wheel high – about 45mph comfortable highway speed… Three speed manual transmission but very low gear in four wheel low… All in all great condition for a vehicle sixty years old… Tires good – box lined with diamond plate – power brakes – power steering unit in back of truck not installed… 940-612-9636…”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2400.
(12/23/2012) It’s a pretty pricey project. The paperwork is missing, too.
“This is a 1949 Willy’s Jeep CJ2A. 4 Cylinder Flat, Engine was rebuild in 2002 (never driven since). The jeep is a nearly completed project with many original parts.
The following work has been done and up-front, I am a certified welder, metal fabrication journeyman / Blacksmith from Germany.
– Rebuild floor with proper tube- frame
– Rebuild bed with proper tube- frame
– Rebuild foldable Windshield, new glass and seals
– Built a 20 gal gas tank that goes across the entire jeep with barriers inside to avoid slushing. (toolbox from passenger seat was beyond repairs)
– Built Seat-mounts and purchased new Seats
– Custom Heavy Duty Bumpers
– Re-arched all four Leaf-springs
– Replaced all four shocks
– Lots of body work
New seats with heavy duty mounts. Custom bumpers front and back. Rebuild steering gear box. (still a huge play) Reinforcement and accentuation with diamond plate.
Repaired and reinforced frame where needed. Rebuild all four leaf springs to proper hight and arch. 4 new shocks, new wiper and rear lights. I have 4 fairly new rims that would replace the ones currently on the Jeep.
The Engine would start fine if a mechanic would spend an hour with it, since I have never touched it in 8 years. I also do not have paperwork for the Jeep anymore. I would be more than happy to pay the DMV fee for re-registration once the Jeep is sold.
I am selling this nice project Jeep, simply because I bought that prior to having Children and a House. I simply do not want to spend the time on something I would rarely use.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500
With some paint this might be a nice rig.
“This is an awesome little survivor.
Has 40,000 miles on motor & amateur restoration.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
The body has been stretched in the middle.
“1946 WILLYS JEEP 4X4 WITH BRAND NEW MAXXIS BIG HORN 33 INCH TIRES WITH A NEW MOTOR 5.7 LITER ROLLCAGE BUILT AND ADDED TO JEEP BODY DOES NEED TRANSFERCASE…. HAS CLEAR TITLE SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY….”
UPDATE: Sold. Was listed at $1200.
“This 1945 Bantam Jeep Trailer, model T100, has been restored to its original design, which includes the pintle hook tongue. It has the older style military tires on it, which are in okay condition. I’ve been in the process of restoring it and therefore have removed the paint to the bare metal. It was my intention to paint it od green. Well, my garage is full, and the trailer is going to have to go. I have already purchased primer for the trailer, but have not put it on.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
“This is a CJ6. It has scout axles with lockers. Suspension lift with 35″ super swamper tires, V6 engine with fenderwell headers, aluminum intake, it has a turbo 400 automatic transmission and gear drive transfer case, full roll cage. It is a project that will need finished but has everything there to get it going.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
I suspect the seller wants more than its worth.
“1949 CJ 3A Willy – was restored 3 months ago in Laguna Beach, CA
New Paint
New Wheels
New electrical and full rebuild of electrical systems
New Blinkers
New Brakes
New lights
Looking to sell ASAP, for more information contact me at mikemodro@gmail.com”
No pics provided.
“1951 Willy’s Jeep
-3.8 Buick V6
-Muncie 4 speed
-dana 20 transfer case
-33 inch tires
$4500 obo”
No pics provided.
“(4) 15 inch steel rims off of cj3b, but will fit most jeeps. Nice, clean, no rust 5 lug rims painted black. Two rims cut out to handle front locking hubs. The 4 almost bald radial tires are free _(theycan still be used for the woods). Check Kaiser/Willys jeep parts for cost of replacement rims! $100 for these. Buy all or none. Phone (912) 898 3651 evenings and weekends.”
Bob forwarded this truck.
“Need to sale ASAP! I need to have truck out of garage! I was planning on finishing this truck but I just do not have time. Truck engine ran and shifted perfect before disassembly. All body parts and pieces come with the truck. Only thing missing is the bed. Cab is already restored. Any questions call 216-650-7605. Asking $3000 easy have that into the paint and restoration.”
http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/cto/3680338042.html
