This pic seemed appropriate given dark and snowy weather around me. Craig says this was in the June 1957 issue of Willys News.
Jeep Sling from the 881st Ordnance
I spotted this article about slinging a jeep on LoanSentry.com. Apparently, during WW2 the folks in the 881st Ordnance were slinging plenty of jeeps, enough that they created a system for it and published the results in
You can view a variety of the ordnance documents at vmpa.ordnanacereproductions.com. It looks like a cool resource.
1970s Van Go FJ Model on eBay
Craig spotted this unusual model. This has got to be rare.
“Up for bid is a mini lindy Gypsy Van new and factory sealed.”
1950 Wagon Traverse City, MI **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
“This 50 Willys is an excellent example of an unrestored, well cared for vintage car. I have just replaced the master cylinder and wheel cylinders, so it stops great. This car is all original and runs great with the 4 cyl standard shift. Wide Whites make this car look great. The hood has been painted at some point, but matches quite well. I guessed at the milage, I will have to take a look.
Good old original Willys – Great shape considering the age. This is a rare find in this original condition. Excellent for a frame up restoration, if that is what you want to do. I like em old and patina’d. The hood looks to have been painted at some point, other than that, just well kept old car. Everyone loves a station wagon, I get compliments on it always. The price is obviously negotiable. Make me an offer ! The Willys does have a new master cylinder and wheel cylinders since I purchased it. Runs, drives and now stops very well. Make me an offer, you never know.
Video of when the car was at the dealer I bought it from. Go to youtube.com and search for 1533 50 willys final”
1946 CJ-2A Gardnerville, NV **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7700
“Hello this jeep runs perfect. Everything works. Oldsmobile 225 oddfire V6. 4 speed, warn overdrive, power steering, disc brakes, front lockers, duel exhust, two fuel tanks, Heater, wipers, welder in engine compartment, hubs, winch, rear seat with tool box, nice tires and rims, camping rack, tow bar, towing receiver, cb, safty brake button on shift lever, I have erverything to do a major rebuild on the engine. I was going to do it 25 years ago but the jeep keeps purring! It does have a top with doors. I also have a new top in box. no doors. Shown with bikini top. There is a tear in both seats in the seems and a dent in the rear where a toung from a trailer his it.
1947 CJ-2A Brigantine, NJ eBay
This is a militarized CJ-2A. Note the title is still in the name of the previous owner, though it has been signed by the previous seller.
“LL STEEL TUB AND COWLING.UNDERCARRAIGE/FRAME IS GOOD-ORIGINAL,65 YRS OLD..FRONT FLOORS HAVE BEEN REPLACED/REPAIRED WITH HEAVY METAL/WELDS/RIVETS BODY FILLER/BONDO.REMOVABLE TOP,AND FOLD DOWN WINDSHIELD UNIT. NEW :TIRES,WINDSHIELD GLASS,TOP,SEAT PADS & COVERS,BODY HANDLES,STEERING WHEEL COVER,FLOOR MATS,DOOR STRAPS,SIDE MIRROR,RED LIGHT,TAIL LIGHTS, HEADLIGHTS,SHOVEL &AXE.
*NAVY SEABEE-MADE :CANVAS TOP,METAL BOWS,REAR BENCH SEAT,ALL SEAT COVERS & HEADLIGHT GUARDS. . . More info ebay”
Flatfender Goldendale, WA eBay
The engine was installed, but hasn’t been started.
” This is my pride and joy for the past couple of years and now am ready to let someone else finish and enjoy. Its a older replacement m38 md Juan tub on a 1962 jeep cj frame and springs. The tub is in good shape with absolutely no rust. It is bare metal throughout and needs paint and possibly some body work depending on what you want to end up. There is a large dent in the cowl but I have a tub with a good section for this repair. The windshield frame is rust free but the tube arms have been removed and flat steel welded in. Its functional but not stock. I have a new windshield gasket and locking strip but no glass. It has newer lift springs with new shackles and bushings. There are fabricated u bolt skid plates installed. The frame has been blasted and powder coated an orange color/light red. It has also been strapped top and bottom and on the sides. This is as bullet proof as a stock frame gets. I installed a rear tank with a new fill hose. It has a disc brake dana 30 front end out of an 1983 jeep cj5. The rear is a 19 spline dana 44 that has had all new bearings and seals. The tires are 33×12.50×15 that are roughly half and the wheels are brand new 15×8 black cragars. The transmission is a t90 and the transfer case is a dana 18 twin stick both of which I rebuilt myself. The seats are out of a newer honda and in decent shape with minor wear on the back. I installed hanging pedals and a tilt column as well. I had the column totally gone through so no slop and it operates like it should. The master cylinder, clutch master and the clutch slave are all brand new. The front calipers and pads are new. It has all new brake lines run and functioning. The engine is a 140 3.0 mercruiser that has been totally rebuilt and never fired. I added power steering and a hei distributor. The carburetor is brand new as well. I have a receipt from the shop that tore the engine down and inspected everything before I installed it.”
1953 CJ-3B Twin Lake, MI **SOLD**
UPDATE: Was $850. **SOLD**
This used to be an airport jeep.
“Originally owned by Kent County Airport.
Needs complete restoration – Great winter project!
Also, 43″ Willys flathead 4 cyl complete motor rebuild w/transmission and transfer case.”
1946 CJ-2A Blue Ridge, TX $1900
This has the separate data tags.
“This jeep is a classic
It runs but needs the carb rebuilt
The body is not rusted but is not in perfect shape
Drives great 4×4 works I have the title this was one of my projects but my other project needs funds so unfortunately i need to find this toy a new home call and I can tell you more about it
3162005006”
Year? M-38 Gunter, TX $2000
This runs, but smokes. It is listed as a 1948, but appears to be a M-38.
“1948 jeep
I have a complete enclosed soft top
Motors runs but smokes — need rings or valve guides 903-327-4642”
2 Trucks Humboldt, CA $2000 (for both)
Neither looks too bad.
“1946 Willys Jeep pickup, restorable. Ford US motor – complete.
1956 Willys Jeep pickup with a flathead 6 complete.
$1200 each or $2000 for both.
Call 707-786-9637”
1964 CJ-3B New Hampshire $8,700
UPDATE: Price dropped to $8700.
(04/15/2012) This looks solid.
“1964 WILLYS JEEP NEW TUBE, NEW TIRES , NEW KLINE TOP, RUNS AND DRIVES NICE TAKE IT ANYWERE , IT ALSO HAS OVER DRIVE, (978) 828-3114”
1961 CJ-5 Buena, CO **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $350
No engine, but the price is cheap. Hood and fenders are off.
“1961Willys CJ-5 No engine , no title. Body in very good condition. No rust. Hood and fenders are currently off. Price of $350 does not include them. $500 with hood and fenders.”
1948 CJ-2A Brigantine, NJ eBay
UPDATE: Still Available
(01/12/2013) Here’s another militarized CJ-2A from Brigantine.
“ENGINE:
ORIGINAL 4 CYLINDER WILLYS FLAT , GREAT RUNNING-12 VOLT CONVERSION.STARTS,RUNS,SHIFTS & STOPS . NO KNOCKS,TAPS,SMOKE OR RATTLES.FRESH OIL CHANGE.ALL GEAR/REARS OIL CHANGED.HAS DUALMATIC LEVER-LOCKOUT HUBS.SMOOTH,STRAIGHT,AWESOME RIDING JEEP! TRUE MILAGE UNKNOWN (NEARLY 65 YO).
*NAVY SEABEE-MADE :CANVAS SHADE TOP & FOWL WEATHER TOP,METAL BOWS,REAR BENCH SEAT,& HEADLIGHT GUARDS.
GEAR SHOWN:GAS CAN,SHOVEL,AXE,TOW ROPE,SOFT TOOL BAG,SOFT GEAR BAG,AMMO CAN,FIRST AID BOX,RIFLE BAG(W/M1 WOOD STOCK), ALL INCLUDED.BLACKOUT LIGHT IS NOT WIRED,UNKNOWN IF OPERABLE.WORKING HEADLIGHTS,TAIL LIGHTS AND BRAKE LIGHTS.HORN IS NOT WIRED BUT SOUNDS(LOUD) W/VOLTAGE.GAUGES & SPEEDOMETER WORK .FLAT SPARE W GOOD RIM . TOW BAR & ADDITIONAL TOP INCLUDED.
ALL STEEL TUB AND COWLING.UNDERCARRAIGE/FRAME IS GOOD-ORIGINAL,65 YRS OLD..FRONT FLOORS HAVE BEEN REPLACED/REPAIRED WITH HEAVY METAL/WELDS/RIVETS BODY FILLER/BONDO.REMOVABLE TOP,AND FOLD DOWN WINDSHIELD UNIT. NEW TIRES,BODY HANDLES,STEERING WHEEL COVER,HEADLIGHTS,FLOOR MATS,& DOOR STRAPS.
CLEAN/CLEAR NEW JERSEY TITLE IN MY NAME. VIN TAG,BODY TAG,& TITLE ALL MATCH. THIS IS NOT A “BARRETT-JACKSON” , “FRAME OFF” RESTORATION,”FULLY RESTORED” JEEP, IT IS A VERY NICE,MOSTLY- REFURBISHED,CJ2A MODEL THAT HAS BEEN FINISHED TO RESEMBLE A U.S. ARMY MILITARY JEEP.RUNS REALLY WELL AND IS FUN TO DRIVE.HAS A NICE RUNNING ENGINE,STEERS,SHIFTS AND STOPS FINE.”
1946 CJ-2A Body Prescott, AZ **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.
This needs work.
“this is a 46 jeep body only no tail gate hood or fenders its in ok shape but does have rust but fixable if you have the time $500. or best offer”
1948 CJ-2A Menomonie, WI $3800
UPDATE: price dropped to $3800.
(12/09/2012) This doesn’t run. The drain holes and the tool box are gone. This might have been through a floor replacement.
“MUST SELL 1948 cj2ajeep willy for sale . all part . just need to be put together. not running , but just a little tune up and it will run. i work days call between 4 pm and 8 pm . for more info. 715-232-0077 or email me. cash only please when you pick up the jeep after buy it”
1949 CJ-2A Fayetteville, AR **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
This has been rhino-lined on the outside.
“I am selling my beloved Jeep. a 1949 CJ 2A The engine was rebuilt two years ago and is very solid, starts every time. Solid trans and four wheel works great low and hi range. A custom made aluminum um 10 gallon fuel cell. Tires are Kumho tires less than two years old, a full roll cage, large brush guard with lights and a second set of tires. The entire Jeep is rhino lined inside and out. This jeep is not perfect but has not let me down. I purchased the Jeep in 2010 and have used it as a hunting vehicle. I had plans on completely restoring it but just never got around to it. I hate to sell it but need to.”
March 22, 1945 India-Burma Theatre Roundup Photo
From page 1 of the India-Burma Theatre Roundup Newspaper comes this unusual photo featuring a jeep and men loading and testing rockets juxtaposed with a picture of a jeep as ambulance.
http://cbi-theater-1.home.comcast.net/~cbi-theater-1/roundup/roundup032245.html
1957 FC-170 Brochure on eBay
Wire Photo of Training on eBay
John spotted this photograph. It includes a newspaper clipping to show that it was published.
“You are bidding on an original 8 X 10 Wire Photo of US Military Jeep & Cadets At Florida Military Academy St Pete. Photo is dated 3/6/49. Photo has slight wrinkles right edge. Jeep..”
Jeep Industrial Engine Book on eBay
Here’s an unusual jeep engine manual.
“‘Jeep’ Industrial Engine Manual and Parts List 4&6 Cylinder
4&6 Cylinder Industrial Engines – Copyright 1965
8-1/2-inch wide x 11-inch high format, paper covers, 218 pages of photos, illustrations, exploded views and parts lists covering: Preventive Maintenance; The Four Cylinder L-Head Type Engine; The Four Cylinder F-Head Type Engine; The Six Cylinder Overhead Cam Engine (Tornado); Fuel System; Electrical System; Specifications And Parts List. Industrial Engine Sales Kaiser Engine Sales, Toledo, Ohio. The covers are lightly soiled from handling; minor age and wear. The interior pages are excellent.”
1948 Jeepster San Diego, CA eBay
The buy-it-now price is only $8500. This needs a few things, but is a solid start for a nice restoration.
“his is a 1948 Willys Jeepster. It has overdrive. The Engine is original and runs great with no problems. Was rebuilt 10 years ago. The tranny shifts with no problems. I do not have the air filter, or radio. The car is currently painted Yellow/Black. It is an original Maroon car. The interior on the car is in great shape. No rips in the seats. The carpet is there but would need to be replaced. The dash cluster needs restoring. The speedometer needle is broken off and not currently hooked up. The fuel gauge isn’t working. This body and sheet metal on the car is solid with surface rust in a few areas. There is 1 rust through hole under the rear seat. All chrome is there but would need to be re chromed if a restoration is desired. This is a car that can be easily restored or just drive it the way it is. This is a very original car.”
1946? CJV-35U Napa County, CA **status unknown**
UPDATE: Status unknown. Was priced at $3250. Disassembled!
(01/19/2013) Wow, this is a great price.
“1946 Willy’s Jeep V-35/U 23,000 original miles. Disasembled, sand blasted and primed ready to assemble. Minimum surface rust, no structural frame or body rust. Includes all orignal dash placks. Includes tow and roll bar. New seat covers, full cab enclosure, doors and plastic windows. After market wheels. New gas tank and radiator. Great jeep!”
1950 CJ-3A Post Falls, ID **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD ** Was on eBay
“Nice frame off resto back in 2000- 2004. Only has 4400 miles on it now since build. Everything is new or rebuilt. Rides great at 65mph with 35s, not like most jeeps. It has 1983 toyota axles front and rear and the front half of frame is all toyota and toyota power steering. toyota front seats with covers. It has a fresh sbc 327, 4 speed with a np205, full soft top, 5-35 inch kumho venture tires, 8k ramsey winch, lock box with cd player, all gauges lights wiper heater work, really nice paint, full cage, speakers in rear, back seat turns around so u can sit backwards and shoot…. Its a fast fun reliable willys jeep. Indoors all its life, driven on saturdays and at car shows only, hasnt been offroaded.”
1971 2WD DJ-6? San Diego State University, CA $4000
This may be a rare DJ-6, though it’s had some work done to it.
“I’ve had this jeep for a few years and am moving back to the beach to a place without a garage to work on it. It’s a little rough around the edges but i drive it all over. It has very little rus for a a California jeep, the corners where the feet are and the front fenders are all that have rusted through spots. It is a factory 2 wheel drive but I have almost everything to make it a 4×4, has a Buick 231 v6 which a prior owner put in to replace the original 225 v6. I put on a new holly carb, 4″ lift, 33″ bgf km2s, all new steering joints, shocks, all new accessories, edelbrock intake, headers, glaspacks, had the turbo 350 auto transmission rebuilt, cv driveshaft, 8 point roll cage, fuel tank, fuel pump. It starts right up and drives reliably every time. On the down side, it could use a new motor, it has a little low compression on one cylinder and burns oil, the wiring is all funky but it works, the brakes start to fade with lots of use and the steering is loose. Some of this is due to 4 wheel drum brakes and an old, crazy way jeep did their steering back then. I’ll throw in a set of 3/4 ton gm axles (corporate 14 bolt, 10 bolt without brakes), extra driveshafts, 5 complete 12 bolt, 8 lug, 37″ HUMVEE wheels with good tires and 2 extra rims. I also have an extra transfer case if you want to run a left differential axle. I also have a tow bar and lights I’ll throw in if you want to tow it. With a little time and knowledge this will be a truly and awesome jeep. As it is I can’t go anywhere without people stopping me. As you can see I’ve got way more in to this than I’m asking. $4k is an awesome price for this project so I’m firm on the price. The only trades I will consider are for a 450+ street legal super moto, a beat up but rideable full size harley, or possible a 71 model chevy truck or blazer. This is a very rare jeep and finding a project like this that you can actually drive home in is even rarer.”