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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 $5000
This truck looks solid. It might just need some paint to shine.
“1961 Willy’s Pickup Truck 4 Wheel Drive
Ready to go Inspected.
57,000 Original Miles
Good Condition
New Tires 6 Cylinder 3 Speed”
This includes a hunting seat in the rear.
“1946 jeep willies. 37″ military tires. 538 gears. It has a t 98 4 speed transmission that is special. Same tranny that came in all the 1 1/4 ton trucks. 7 to 1 1st gear and large input at port. Straight 4 cyl, 289 ci. I have all parts for the aquatic ignition. The entire body is rino lined. I’m askin $7500 obo”
http://fortmyers.craigslist.org/col/cto/3590705765.html
This was an old service jeep from ‘Jim’s Auto Service’.
“Will trade or sell any of the pictured items,and sell the Miata Wheels seperately and the hard top.
Looking for old bicycles, an old Mercedes 180,190,220,230 etc,Mercedes 300 TD Turbo Diesel wagon,and old van or station wagon etc.
Also a Serro Scotty 13- 15 ft camper trailer or Airstream type.”
http://buffalo.craigslist.org/cto/3591861330.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $325.
It needs work, but appears solid.
“I have a half cab off a CJ-2a for sale. The jeep has been sold.
Will need new glass and some body work but is it is pretty solid over all.
I have other Jeep Willys parts let me know what you need.
Located in Cranbury, NJ 08512
$325 or best offer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.
This might be a good price.
“For sale Warn overdrive with 6 spline and 29 teeth. Has all shifter levers, also has pto adapter with pto. PTO is a Rasmey PT1-W. Dirty but looks great inside, 600 obo.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3200.
The steps have been fixed/modified.
“1946 jeep willys.runs excellent registered untill 2014.”
It runs, but appears to need work.
“1954 Jeep CJ3B. Complete and original. Missing windshield and has added roll bar. Runs but needs TLC and work. This Jeep was used for off-road hunting and farm use. It can be used the same way with verry little work and money. This could be a fun easy project. I already have 2 other jeeps that I use that way and don’t have the time to work on another. I do not have a title but the VIN tag is still on the fire wall. I will sell with a Bill of Sale.”
http://morgantown.craigslist.org/cto/3591375913.html
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was listed at $2200.
This truck looks like a good foundation for a project. It does not run.
“I have a 1952 willies jeep i inherited from my grandpa. It is currently just sitting because I just graduated high school and don’t have the money to fix it up.
The body is in excellent condition. The interior is okay. It however, does not run.
Getting rid of this is something I am not looking forward to because it was from my grandpa and I would love to be able to keep it. I just do not want to see it sitting wasting away. This is a great project if you’re into old school vehicles.
Hard to tell how much value is here.
“I have a 1953 willy’s jeep that i would like to part out or sell. the tub is rotted but front clip is good. The frame and drive train are complete. I’m trying to get rid of it so i can put the money into my 1951. please call or txt i wont respond to email. have more pics upon request. 315-729-4498”
http://syracuse.craigslist.org/pts/3556895851.html
UPDATE: I posted this article back in 2010. It’s been a few years, so I wondered if anyone newer to eWillys knows anything about the York-Hoovers?
A few days ago I was searching and came across a reference to the York-Hoover prototype. I’d never heard of the York-Hoover All-Terrain Prototype, but according to the YorkBlog, such a vehicle existed and could be viewed at the York County Heritage Trust’s Agricultural and Industrial Museum in Pennsylvania. So, I contacted the museum and received a response from the curator notifying me a few years ago the vehicle had been moved to the Motts Military Museum in Columbus, Ohio. I tried contacting Motts, but had no success.
Anyone familiar with this story or the vehicle?
According to yorkblog.com, “Before World War II, the York-Hoover Body Co. produced a prototype for a military vehicle that could navigate all types of terrain. The company then successfully completed orders for 69 more vehicles.
But, alas, York-Hoover turned down another order for 4,500 sturdy vehicles because it had pledged its resources elsewhere. Future work on the Jeep, with the York-made design and minor modifications, went to Willys Co. and the Ford Motor Co.”
Louie asked me if I’d be interested in some pictures from the 2010 Redbull Historic Military Club gathering, which included jeeps, seeps and floating trailers. I did not know those Bantam trailers floated so well!
Louie writes, “For a number of years a military collector ( Kevin Kronland of Spooner Wi.) held a 3 day event at his Cranberry farm. He had almost 100 vehicles of his own and our Redbull Historic Military Club would attend with about another 50 to 100 vehicles. Of course we all had a great time showing ,driving,and talking about our vehicles. He had a DUCK, a GPA, and other collectors brought there am fibs to run in his cranberry pond. (A real lake.)
Located fifty miles west of Minneapolis in Willmar, MN, the Schwanke Car, Tractor, and Truck Museum has been open since 1998. It features the collection of Virgil Schwanke, who has been collecting vehicles for fifty-five years. He has assembled over 400 units for display, including tractors, cars, trucks, gas engines, gas pumps, signs and more. He recently added a CJ-2A to the museum.
Virgil uses this CJ-2A as a springboard to talk about jeeps during World War II. You can read more in the museum’s blog post.
http://schwankemuseum.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Schwanke-Car-Tractor-and-Truck-Museum/175089919176654
I always thought these were mini-terra tires, but they were advertised as “mini-terror” off road tires. I found this ad in the February, 1974, issue of Four Wheeler.
I don’t know anything about this. What does the missing key do?
“VERY RARE VINTAGE GERMAN CLOCKWORK JEEP WITH THREE OCCUPANTS
MADE BY ARNOLD’S OF GERMANY ABOUT 1947/8
THIS MODEL AND THE FIGURES HAVE BEEN OVER PAINTED AND IS MISSING THE SPARE WHEEL ,WINDSHIELD AND RADIO ANTENNA.THE FRONT FENDER HAS BEEN BENT UPWARDS.
THE STEERING WHEEL TURNS THE FRONT WHEELS ,THE GEAR STICK SEEMS TO OPERATE BUT CANNOT TELL FOR SURE AS THERE IS NO KEY. GREAT RESTORATION PROJECT.”
View all the information on ebay
Here’s a postcard with a Bantam BRC-60 on the front.
“EARLY WW II COLORFUL POST CARD SHOWING VARIOUS ACTIVITIES AT CAMP RUCKER, ALABAMA.. BRIEF HISTORY OF THE MILTARY BASE DEVELOPMENT APPEARS ON REVERSE. POST CARD IN VERY GOOD CONDITION.”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: This book is a cancelled library book, but the buy it now price is only $5.50.
View all the information on ebay
(the pic below shows a new book)
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5250
Eric spotted this unusually modified M-38A1 that used to be a mess. It’s a different kind of slat grille. It might be a fun ride?
“This is not a restored original. See pictures
The only salvageable parts were the chassis, the motor, (rebuilt), the steering wheel, rear ends, transmission, and speedometer.
It is registered as an antique vehicle, and is in good running condition. The mileometer reads 56,349 miles, but I cannot vouch for the accuracy. Approximately 2,000 miles have been put on since the motor was rebuilt.
The motor is an L-head Overland motor.
This is a “one of a kind” vehicle, which you must see to appreciate!!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000
This looks like a fun rig for exploring Hawaii.
“Got a 1944 Ford Jeep for sale. It has power steering, 3 speed High/Low, is Candy Apple Red, has Alcoa Rims, Super swamper tires 31-12 1/2 x 15.”
Dan spotted this good looking Parkway Conversation Jeep wagon that’s been updated nicely.
“1951 Willys Surf Wagon… 350/350 Automatic.. Mustang II Independent Front Suspension, power disc brakes front, drum rear, 15″ smoothies, CD player, B&M Pro Rachet floor shifter, new windshield and rubber seal, 12 volt system re-wired, nice tan bucket seats, no seats in the rear… Panel Van rear doors, hitch, Runs and Drives Excellent!
$10,000 For more information, contact Jim @ 510 648-5969”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/3589178422.html
UPDATE: Was $5000. **Status Unknown**
This jeep appears in good shape.
“1948 Willys Jeep for sale. Asking price is $5,000. All original parts, rebuilt bottom up. Stick shift. Willing to negotiate price. Doesn’t come with top or doors. If interested,”
UPDATE: This jeep has been deleted from Craigslist. It likely sold.
“18k all orig. has penn mud and snow tires and rear mount spare. has been converted to 12v system. starts runs and drives. 4×4 works. looking for offers or trade for c10 chevy 2wd.”
It ran seven years ago. It looks restorable.
“1943 Jeep Willys MB mostly original. Ready for complete restoration including new wiring. Not currently running although it was when I last drove it 7 years ago.”
http://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/3587722361.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
I think this might need new tires.
“1951 willys M38 needs total restoration, missing radiator, seats. Have title. Might trade for fc150 or fc 170”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.
Dan spotted this 2WD Wagoneer. It doesn’t run, but looks to have potential.
“Does not run. On non op. I have the title in my name. Original black and yellow plate and Hayward Jeep liscense plate frames. Has not ran since the mid 80’s. Only rust through in bottom on rear quarters where there was some burlap sacks jammed down in there. This rig is a rare 2 wheel drive model. Currently sitting on jeepster wheels but the original wheels and hub caps come with it.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
It need some work, but looks solid. It may have a replacement body, but I can’t tell for sure.
“Willys jeep in decent condition, new aftermarket tub, 225 Odd-fire, tilt steering column. Seats need upholstering. All Complete and primered just needs some minor assembly. Needs some work but will be a nice jeep for someone with a little time and know – how. Also has 2 extra fuel tanks…one stock and the other an aluminum fuel cell.”
