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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 .
Kevin’s wrote me the other day to tell me about some of his videos. He’s got a variety of PTO related videos, including one of his FC operating this neat wood splitter. Just don’t get your hands caught in it! You can see a listing of all Kevin’s videos here.
Craig just posted a good article about a FC-150 Fire Truck an Austrian owner shared with him.
http://www.thefcconnection.com/valentin_eggbauer.htm
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Anyone seen one of these toys in person?
“This toy is in excellent condition. It comes with all parts for the Jeep as well as extra parts for all other builds available. All parts are in great condition including the wrench. Take it apart and build something else! Looks like a wooden erector set!
This item is only the wooden pieces. No box is included. No instructions are included. It will be shipped in the form of the Jeep pictured with the extra wooden pieces. If buyer wood like I can dismantle the toy and ship in pieces.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500.
This looks like a nice rig with a good motor.
“This is a 1946 Willy’s jeep. It has a Chevy 383 striker roller motor. 500+HP. Hayes flywheel clutch and pressure plate. Lakewood bell housing. Frame off restoration. Comes with another full vinyl top with doors and full set of sand paddle tires. I am asking 8500.00 obo”
UPDATE: This sold for $6000 at auction for $6000.
Buz spotted this M-170. No description included. I’ve never used the Proxibid Auction site.
View the Proxibid Auction here
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,900.
This looks like a time machine that would take me back to the 1950s.
” Representing the perfect car for the Islands, Beach house, or just traveling on the coastal roads, this 1949 Willy’s Jeepster is both unique and fun.
Powered by a overhead valve four cylinder engine, coupled to a three speed manual transmission with overdrive, it is quite spry and cruises nicely at highway speeds.
Limited numbers of this year were produced, resulting in their somewhat scarcity and adding to their collectibility.
Representing a older restoration with very nice seating, its a driver quality car. Everything works and the engine and transmission perform flawlessly with no unusual noises or smoke. Additionally it is fitted with a new convertible top and boot. Approximately 70K miles.
Certainly a great vintage, classic, antique and collectible car to own and drive. Additionally a great investment car.
Fully serviced with fresh oils, new battery etc…”
I think I like this one better than the red. Must be the yellow . . .
“This Classic Willys Jeepster is 100 Percent original sheetmetal!. California rustfree Convertible Full Restored with never any rust. Fresh Valve job, Weber carburetor, 12 volt conversion and new wiring, New Tires, NEW Top!,New Side curtains!, All new interior and new Chrome! CD stereo system discreetly installed, 3 Speed transmission on the Column with rebuilt Overdrive system!,. Two folders of restoration receipts and paperwork provided with Phaeton Classic Roadster Convertable! Under the hood is the original “Go Devil” 4 cylinder engine that sounds great and has great reponsive power for freeway speeds or a liesurely cruise with the top down! Everthing under the Hood is tight and Right! This Jeepster will drive you all day long at 70 MPH with the wind in your hair and a smile on your face! One of the Nicest Original Jeepsters in the country and truely one of the most fun drives I have ever had the pleasure to own and drive ! Always garaged and pampered by previuos fussy owner.
This Jeepster is brought to you buy jeepsterjim.com. We are a full service, Jeepster Only, complete restoration facility. We specialize in 1948 – 1951 Willys Overland frame-off restoration of your Jeepster to include all aspects of a complete restoration. We can rebuild your engine, transmission, chassis, interior and all aspects of body work and paint. We can also do a partial restoration on any part of your Jeepster. We typically have a minimum of three Jeepsters undergoing restoration in our facility and maintain several parts cars for the hard to find items we need. We have a new, secure 30,0000 square foot facility located in Northeast Florida with a professional staff. You are invited to tour our facility or call for more information. Call for more information 904-692-4626.”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1900
Walter spotted this one. What’s that in the dash in the right side of the third picture.
“1948 Willys jeep that has a solid drivetrain: runs great, shifts great, easily goes into and out of 4wd, as well as hi/lo range. The body is very fixable with the usual areas being rusty. I have a good NC title in hand”
This is the first of two Jeepster for sale on eBay by the same seller. Both look good.
“This 1950 Jeepster is a great running driving complete car,that you can enjoy for many years as it goes up in value.The engine is the original F-134 and the transmission is the original 3 speed with overdrive. The has been in storage a long time so when it got here we replace the master cyl and wheel cylinders and cleaned the fuel tank. The car runs ,drives and stops as it should. The top is nice as well as the interior,and It has the side curtains as well. This car does not need restoration.
This Jeepster is brought to you buy jeepsterjim.com. We are a full service, Jeepster Only, complete restoration facility. We specialize in 1948 – 1951 Willys Overland frame-off restoration of your Jeepster to include all aspects of a complete restoration. We can rebuild your engine, transmission, chassis, interior and all aspects of body work and paint. We can also do a partial restoration on any part of your Jeepster. We typically have a minimum of three Jeepsters undergoing restoration in our facility and maintain several parts cars for the hard to find items we need. We have a new, secure 30,0000 square foot facility located in Northeast Florida with a professional staff. You are invited to tour our facility or call for more information. Call for more information 904-692-4626.”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800/each.
No titles and none run.
“I have two Forward Control FC170, JEEPS for sale and one FC 150 for sale. These are parts or restore vehicles. No titles and ARE NOT running but mostly complete with engines, transmissions, etc. FC 150 has a good bed, tailegate, and windshield, converted to buick v6. $1800.00, OBO, each, your choice.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.
This appears in good shape.
“Nice hardtop cab for 48 Willys Jeep. Just the thing to keep you warm when you are plowing snow”
It runs, drives, and looks solid, if not stock.
“I am selling my 1944 wiliys military jeep. It is all original. It has good tires, runs great. Got married and have to part with the jeep. no time or money to restore it , My loss your gain. Letting it go for $3800.”
http://www.ksl.com/auto/listing/104315
UPDATE: **SOLD**
“This vehicle could be tagged as the orig. SUV, it’s been fully modified for off road as well as highway use. Body needs some cosmetic work but mechanically it’s solid. Everywhere you go it gets loving attention. Larie Tales at JEEPS R US of Laguna Beach appraised it, as is, at $25,000 to $30,000. I personally don’t think it’s there yet, but the asking price is reasonable.
Most all fabrication within the last 10 years:
machined Chevy 350 eng…4:27 gears, front Dana 44 axel/Lock Right locker, rear Dana 44 axel/Detroit Trutrac, a gear driven limited-slip…the popular Chevy 205 heavy duty, gear driven transfer case…rebuilt 700R4 auto. trans./4 speed with overdrive, skid plate & double cooler with fan…35″ BFG tires & spring over axel suspension for max. clearance…high steer knuckles and tie rods…air shocks with dash switch & on board Viair compressor for off camber trails…side & under carriage rock guards…heavy duty off road power steering box & high performance power steering pump/2 V-belt drive/steering cooler…heavy duty power brake booster/front disc & rear drums…alum. 4 core radiator/belt fan +elec. fan…22 gal. gas tank/skid plate…all VDO guages including trans. temp. and adjustable speedometer for variouis tire & gear sizes…LineX protection on grill, front fenders, interior floor & some interior parts…modified swing up rear hatch.”
This needs brakes. Looks solid otherwise.
“1946 Willys CJ-2A—-$2,500.00 O.B.O.
This Jeep has the original flat head 4 cylinder engine that has been converted to 12 V. The engine runs great. This Jeep has all the original drive train and the 4-wheel drive works great. This Jeep has super low gears and a manual transmission. This is a great project Jeep and will be perfect for a Jeep lover like me. I have too many projects and not enough time and money. The only problem with this Jeep is the brakes. I took it out of the garage this year and the brakes had lost pressure. It seems like the brakes need to be bled or maybe a master cylinder. This is the first model C.J. after WWII. Your dad has been wanting one of these since he was a kid. You can get it for him just in time for Christmas. Call Taylor at 801-808-2181. O.B.O. ”
http://www.ksl.com/auto/listing/186605
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $900.
For $1100 you can get four combat rims added tot he deal.
“This is a mid 1943 Willys MB WW2 Jeep with frame tag #202900. Has some red paint over the original olive drab green. It may be possible to find hood numbers. I bought this for a restoration have too many projects. This jeep needs a lot of work but is a great project for restoration. The previous owner passed away but his son said it ran. Engine turns freely. I’ve soaked the pistons with marvel mystery oil. I have not tried to start it. This one has most of the original wiring and a lot of original underhood items that are usually missing. Has postwar flathead engine. No data plates and no title. Can provide a bill of sale. The back half of this jeep has been modified and i will throw in the back section of my parts tub for free. Price reduced to 900; will throw in 4 combat rims for 1100. Willing to consider partial trade for a Bantam, WW2, or Korean war era ¼ ton trailer.”
This includes at overdrive. It also ran when parked.
“289 for engine ran when parked, rebuilt trans, transfer case and over drive with less than 200 miles. I have every part imaginable for a willys cj2a if just parts are needed.”
http://www.ksl.com/auto/listing/122451
There looks to be $400 of value here.
“1953 Willys Jeep PROJECT car
From flat tires to ripped top- it needs work!
Does not run-
Must be towed- located in the town of Quantico, VA
NO TITLE AVAILABLE
NOT REGISTERED
Please email- no phone calls”
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/cto/3455902880.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
“Jeep runs and drives 4/ wd works will entertain offers , Possible trades”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $350.
Walter spotted this trailer. It looks like a good price for a rustfree trailer.
“Jeep trailer for sale. 1948 1/4 ton with Pentle hitch, park brake, no rust, good tires with spare. Asking $350.00 firm”
UPDATE: Still Available
(10/19/2012) This is a project.
“This jeep runs it has new tires, floor pan, brakes, frame sand blasted primed and undercoated. I have all parts except gas tank gauges and windows are broke out. Seat frames are kinda rough as well as the windshield frame. If you have any questions please contact me via e-mail. SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY.”
http://athensga.craigslist.org/cto/3455410262.html
No pics provided.
“V8 304 cubic inch, 3 speed, 31×10.5 tires like new, side exit headers, sound body, new carpet, new Best Top, new starter, new battery.
Cash only, local pickup
No calls between 9pm – 6am.
Contact Matt 252 515 6107.”
http://eastnc.craigslist.org/cto/3455325963.html
UPDATE: Was $1200. **SOLD**
(10/24/2012) Well, the glass and windshield (m-38) looks good. I’m not sure if there is much more value.
“PROJECT TRUCK,HASNT BEEN TOUCHED IN A COUPLE YEARS…….HAS A CHEVY VORTECH 4.3 ENGINE INSTALLED AND WAS RUNNING THE LAST TIME IT WAS MESSED WITH….. HAS A TON OF POTENTIAL,JUST NEEDS SOME TIME AND TLC PUT IN IT……TIRES IN PICS NOT INCLUDED,NO TITLE……$1200”
From the 1950s until 1968 visitors to the Black Hills of South Dakota could purchase tickets for a ride in a jeep to Harney Peak. The ride would take visitors up to the CCC built lookout at the top of the peak, the tallest point in the United States east of the Rockies (visitors could also hike or ascend via horseback). You can view various pictures of and from the lookout here. Erosion due to the jeep trail ended the trips by jeep. The area around the peak was also turned into a wilderness area (and one could argue given the road how that might happen, but that’s another a debate for another time), so no vehicles are allowed anymore.
Black Hills National Forest: Harney Peak and the Historic Fire … – Page 51
This picture was taken at Sylvan Lake. They employed both flatties and CJ-5s. Custer State Park – Page 104
Gerald sent these digital versions of this postcard to me a couple years ago. You can also buy it here.
This is part of a collection of photos, but none of the other photos have jeeps.
“HERE ARE 11 4″X6″ PHOTOS FROM WW2 SHOWING,’THE BRASS”, MACHINE GUNS, MORTAR CEWS, JEEPS,MESS HALL AND MORE. AS YOU CAN SEE IN THE PHOTOS, SOME OF THE EDGES HAVE DETERIATED. THESE ARE NICE PHOTOS THOUGH.”
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Here’s an interesting article published in the May 1953 issue of Popular Mechanics. I don’t remember running across one of these. Interesting that they chose to use a VEC CJ-2A rather than a later model jeep. This issue also includes an introduction and comparison between the M-38A1 and the Mighty Mite.
Popular Mechanics – May 1953 – Page 65
There is an issue for sale on eBay as well form only $5.25
