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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 .
Here’s an interesting article in the May 1945 issue of Popular Science about welding on the battlefield that includes several references to using jeeps as portable welding units. There is a copy on eBay for only $5.99. Here are a couple images from the article:
Buz found this picture on a biography blog post about Gregory Duncan. Here, Greg is pictured with Bill Mauldin, a photo neither Buz nor I had seen. You’ll notice “Up Front” stenciled on the front bumper, which is also the name of a book published that contains a wide variety of his drawings.
It sounds like there might be more than one of these posters of the Ford Jeep?
“This is not a photo – it is an artist illustrated Pen Ink Hand Drawn poster print.We have listed a collection of these oversized prints that are from our Automotive Museum Archives.This was our most popular exhibit.To see the others listed go to our Ebay Store and enter = auto pen ink =in the search field.During the 1980’s Pacific Standard Life Insurance Company was selling only life insurance and they decided to add auto insurance to their products and they created an exhibit that was going to be displayed thru out the United States but the project never got off the ground as they ended up filing backruptcy and all their clients became part of Hartford Insurance company. Our Museum purchased the entire exhibit and it became part of our Transportation Museum.Each is handdrawn and that also includes all the lettering.No other Ebay seller will list these as this is an exclusive listing.These are GEM MINT and are on a heavy weight cardstock.Each is matted and the size outside matt is 14 x 14 inches.We accept Paypal.Pay one shipping charge of 6.85 and all others selected will be shipped FREE.
Group your favorite posters together and create your own exhibit of your antique cars. One of the things that makes these pen ink posters so special are features of that years model are identified and some even have the selling price for that respective year.These were done over many decades and were at times featured in newspapers thur out the US. If you are looking for something unusal and a great converstaion piece = you just found it.LC 110”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This brochure shows a generator installed in a panel wagon.
“Original non color sales sheet , 8.5 x 11 , three file holes at edge , printed both sides . Shows and describes the Jeep optional accessories . Also included is a typewritten sheet , 8.5 x 11 , which includes prices of the options.”
They aren’t perfect.
” I have 2 complete sets of Dualmatic 6 bolt 10 spline locking hubs, tall versions. These will fit all 10 spline willys jeeps cj’s mb gpw’s wagon trucks and jeepster’s.
The set on the left has damage to the housing and one star gear. It has torrington needle bearings and is complete
The set on the right works but has small hairline cracks in the housing around the star gear, this set is also complete no other damage besides cracks.
Both sets have flat tops with no warping or over tightening.
Great for parts or restoration.”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This runs and drives.
“This is an extremely rare, 1961 Jeep Willy FJ-3. It served as a postal truck in Nashville area and has found its way to Florida. We originally have plans to turn him into an Ice Cream truck, and stumbled upon him while looking for an old Divco, but decided to wait. Our procrastination is your gain. We named him Willy and he would make a terrific promotional vehicle, mini-gourmet food truck, Hot Rod or just a very unique addition to your collection.
The beauty of Willy is how much attention he gets when driving him. I have been around many cool vehicles and Willy gets more attention than anything I have seen. They were only in production from 1961-1965, so he is VERY rare and due to his small size he has the puppy factor. As you can see in the pictures he is the same size as my Jeep Wrangler. This is why he would make the perfect promotional vehicle if you chose not to keep him an brag about him at car shows.
The Jeep FJ-3 Fleetvan was manufactured by Willys Motor and Kaiser-Jeep. This little truck was used to deliver mail (yes you drive on the right side) and later was upgraded to Hot Rod…yes a Hot Rod. Willy has had its original F-134 Hurricane engine with a much easier to maintain Chevy 350, with a rebuilt automatic transmission. Good tires and hard to find Cragar Rims.
Because of its age and uniqueness, it’s the perfect vintage vehicle, The odometer is not working, but Willy has had almost everything mechanical replaced with easy to service parts and it has not been driven except locally. New leaf springs, new tires, new gas gauge, new wiring, Cragar Rims and all the glass is in place . All lights work and he is ready to hit the road.
Dimensions: 135 inches long, 64.7 inches wide and 90.1 inches high.
Potential buyers are welcome to come look at Willy in Tampa, Florida. If you are from a long distance away, you are of course welcome to have someone in this area look at it, or have a mechanic of your choice come by and do so. Just give me a call or email, or if you have any questions, feel free to ask. This vehicle is sold as is and is in vintage but running condition. Buyer is responsible for picking it up in Hillsborough County, FL or can have a car transporter come and pick him up. I am posting a video and pictures to give you an idea of how cool Willy looks and how well he runs.”
UPDATE: Was listed at $7500. This looks in good shape.
“Fully Restored WW2 Willys MB 1941 Jeep
Runs good, everything works.
New bi-directional military type tires, spare fuel tank never used. New canvas top and seat canvas. Has a spare engine and capstain winch. Also have some other various spare parts. Has upgraded 12volt lights (compared to stock 6v) and electronic distributor instead of stock mechanical. (helps to run better). Has new starter and new carburator.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
I know nothing about it, but I think it’s cool.
“A project carrier. Hull number is 2674 which I am told is a 1943 production number. Most of the steering/braking linkage is intact. Nothing torched off. Transmission shift linkage ahead of the bulkhead is also there.
Engine compartment has not been torched up either. Both tracks and the rear end spin freely and can be pushed around easily. Road wheel rubber is in decent shape. Track sprockets are in great shape as is the track.
Shipping can be arranged anywhere. I recently sent a 40′ container to Europe an it was $3800, so be prepared if you are bidding from overseas.
Payment must be made within 5 days of auction close. Payment by cashiers check, cash, wire transfer.
Removal of the unit must be done within 30 days of auction close unless prior arrangements have been made. Ask your questions before you bid!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
Here’s a Levi edition CJ-5 in pretty good condition.
“Up for Auction is a 1976 Jeep CJ5 Renegade Levi Edition 2-Owner equipped with a AMC 360 5.9 Liter V-8 2-Barrel with only 20k miles on a remanufactured engine, Rebuilt 3-Speed Manual Transmission, and rear end. Front Disc Brakes, Power Steering, Tilt Steering Wheel, Factory Tachometer and Clock, Wiper Delay, and a Warn 8000xi Winch. I have the paperwork for the engine and reciepts for all work performed. All work performed was done back in 2000 by Dexter Clarke Jeep Service in Hillsboro Oregon. The Jeep has 145k original documented miles with approximately altogether 20k Miles on engine, transmission, rear end. Just about everything has been rebuilt or replaced. West Coast Rust Free Jeep.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500
This looks in good shape.
“54 Willys Jeep PU Has a 3.8 Buick V6 with low miles, diamond plate flatbed. The rest of the running gear is all stock. Good old jeep. Runs good.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Here’s a PTO.
“What I have for sale is a rear PTO gear box off of a 1951 Willys CJ-3A. It was removed when we decided to restore the jeep and the owner did not want to put it back on. The gearbox worked fine and all the bearings are tight. As you can see by the pictures it does not include the flange that connects it to the driveshaft. The flange was froze onto the shaft and had to be cut off in order to remove the gearbox from the frame. When I cut the flange off I did manage to cut into the shaft slightly as you can see from one of the pictures. This will not hurt the function of the shaft.
The driveshaft and the transfer case adapter actuator are listed separately. Check my other auctions.”
It looks like this only has surface rust. It might be a solid candidate for restoration.
“56 Willys Pickup Truck – Stock drive train (6-226 Super Hurricane, 3 speed trans), EXCELLENT restoration project, runs and drives, not quite street ready, all new brake system, radiator re-cored, rebuilt carb, new plugs wires cap rotor, new battery, new fuel pump, new wiring harness, new gas tank, new water pump. 810-836-3536”
http://flint.craigslist.org/cto/3519322045.html
No pics provided on eBay.
“THE FRAME AND ENGINE HAVE BEEN REBUILT. THE ENGINE HAS NEW VALVES, RINGS AND BEARINGS. THE FRAME HAS BEEN COMPLETELY REBUILT. IT HAS BEEN SANDBLASTED, THEN PRIMED AND PAINTED WITH RUST RESISTANT PAINT. IT HAS BEEN REIFORCED BY REWELDING ALL OF THE WELD POINTS. IT HAS ALL NEW BRAKES, MASTER CYLINDER, WHEEL CYLINDERS, BRAKE LINES. THE WHEEL BEARINGS HAVE BEEN REPLACED AND NEW OIL SEALS. THE STEERING BOX HAS BEEN REBUILT WITH REBUILT LINKAGE. THE TIE RODS, ARMS AND LINKAGE ARE ALL NEW. THE CLUTCH PALTE AND CLUTCH ARE IN GREAT CONDITION. CALL COREY @ 801-638-2447”
This is possibly a ww2 jeep motor. No pics provided.
“FLAT HEAD 4 CYL ENGINE TRANSMISSION AND TRANSFERCASE. OUT OF 1942 CJ2A WILLYS JEEP. MAKE OFFER”
http://baltimore.craigslist.org/pts/3518391238.html
The Milner Library at Illinois State University has a collection of Circus Memorabilia, including a nice digital archive. I’ve selected a couple of images that show jeeps Numbers 3, 4, and 5 from the Ringling Barnum Circus.
As you can see below, No 3 is working hard holding up Carmen Barrigon, while No. 4 lazily watches.
http://digital.library.illinoisstate.edu/cdm/singleitem/collection/circus/id/1166/rec/4
Meanwhile, No. 5 is doing all the heavily lifting. The photographer, Sverre O. Braathen, calls this a Ford Jeep, but it looks like a CJ-3A the way the bumper is bolted onto the frame, though it also has a CJ-2A windshield. The rear PTO is raising the platforms for seating. My circus book has a good shot of the PTO setup from the rear, but I haven’t had a chance to scan that.
http://digital.library.illinoisstate.edu/cdm/singleitem/collection/circus/id/2021/rec/1
Dave shared this image of a Pepsi Surrey. This is a little clearer than a similar picture shown on the CJ-3B page.
http://cj3b.info//Siblings/SurreyPepsi.html
Dave has been restoring a MT-Tug and is looking for the following:
1. The origin of the vehicle and any of its history if known.
2. An original transfer case
3. An original steering column
4. Any other parts someone might have.
He has Mark Askew’s books, these links http://www.smcars.net/forums/jeep/32621-willys-mt-tug-6×6-1941-a.html, and information from Fred Smith. Anyone know of other information source regarding this vehicle?
Glenn spotted a brochure for this Jeep-like vehicle. There some great PTO shots, too. You can learn more about them at Wikipedia.
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Glenn spotted this unusual brochure. This brochure describes the Lightening Six Motor being used as a boat motor.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This is unrestored and the engine has been rebuilt.
“For your consideration, a very nice “barn find” 44’ Willys MB Jeep.. Serial #325384. This jeep is in very nice original condition, and has never been restored. Looks like it was painted green a few times with a brush.
Frame is in almost perfect condition, with no major rust issues whatsoever. It appears to still have the original front bumper and gussets.
The body shows its age with small dings and dents, but no major damage. The front floors are the only area of concern on the vehicle, as they have been covered with tin. Inspection underneath reveals only minor rusting on the drivers side, and hat channel rusting on the passenger’s side. There is lots of structurally sound metal left for repairs. Overall, the body is very restorable, and possesses a lot of character. Hood, fenders, and windshield are in good condition with no major rust thru. Seat cushions are replacement units, but mount exactly as the originals. Frames are in nice shape.
The drivetrain on this Jeep is in great condition. Engine was completely rebuilt (have receipts) about 200 miles ago to the tune of $2900. Engine appears to be original to the jeep with serial #MB-369110. 6v system is intact, and functional. T84 Transmission and axles are the original units gone thru and in good condition.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000.
This looks great. Too bad it has a later motor.
“1946 Willys Jeep CJ2, chevy II 4 cylinder motor. This model is the first civilian jeep made. Runs and drives great, comes with soft top. Some minor surface rust in a few places. Low miles. Asking $12,000 OBO. Serious inquiries only please respond with a first name and contact number to call.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This is a good looking truck!
“Selling my 1957 Jeep Willys Flatbed Truck that was restored a couple years ago. The truck has been kept in the garage and is in almost mint condition. These are extremely rare trucks and finding one in this shape now days is almost impossible. The truck has only 48,000 original miles and was used to hall hay on a farm in the beginning. It has the 6 cylinder Super Hurricane engine which gives it a little more torque and power then the 4 cylinders. This truck has only been used since restored in car shows and parades. Everything has been kept original with a few cleaner interior updates. The truck run’s like brand new and the 4×4 works perfect. It has always been well taken care of and adult owned/driven. Please let me know if there are anymore pictures you would like to see or might have any questions at all. ”
This looks solid.
“Flat Fender Jeep 1953 CJ 3B 5,000.00/OBO Runs Great, buick v6 3 speed with waren over drive, 586 gears detroit lockers 8point roll cage, wench, power steering, tilt wheel, heater, tow bar and soft top. If you have more questions or if you are interested please call/text Hugh 541-918-1770”
http://medford.craigslist.org/cto/3515688648.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
This looks good (at least from a distance). It has a column shift.
“Very early jeep, nice running driving example. Rare collumn shift, godevil flathead 134ci kickout wind shield, all orig 6volt system. Runs & drives and stops like it should. This is the first year for the cj. Everything prior was military. I would consider trades.”
