UPDATE: Sadly, Todd Hansen’s body was located. You can read more here.
http://www.ocregister.com/news/hansen-378206-county-body.html
UPDATE: Sadly, Todd Hansen’s body was located. You can read more here.
http://www.ocregister.com/news/hansen-378206-county-body.html
Craig has just posted the Antique Automobile Club of America’s article about the Lafian FC Power Hoe. It’s an interesting article with some good photos.
After reading the Blitz Buggy article last night, I read through the remainder of the 1943 Liberty Magazine. I found one of the articles very interesting, though it has nothing to do with jeeps.
Called “Motoring in Germany”, the article describes how gas rationing led to the conversion of automobiles into “gazogenes”, or vehicles powered by wood, gas, charcoal, and coke-burning. The cars either towed trailers or had washing-machine sized attachments added to the back. Here’s the page below.
Roberto forwarded a link about a book published by Wings and Wheels out of the Czech Republic called “MA Jeeps in Detail”. It looks like a good book. 496 Czech Korunas is approx $25 US.
Learn more about the book here: http://wwpbooks.com/product.php?id_product=223
You can find more jeep books here: http://wwpbooks.com/search.php?tag=Jeep
Here’s a rare plastic jeep (at least I’ve never seen one). It includes a rough box.
“For Auction is a HP, Vehicle, made by California Molders Inc. ,that I found at a local estate. It is still in the original box; but, the box is in poor condition. It is as follows:
The New Civilian Jeep”-5.5″-in working order-jeep windshield folds down-the tiny pin, of the tailgate hinge, is broken; but,the tailgate will stay closed-marked: “CM 120″.”
Here’s an ad for Florida Grapejuice that includes a jeep.
“Here is a hard to find WWII era advertisement for the Florida Citrus Commission. This great Print Ad was removed from a vintage 1944 Magazine.
Page is about 9 3/4 inches by 13 inches with the actual ad perhaps a bit smaller. Condition of this 68+ year old Ad is excellent.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
“1948 CJ-2A Restored in early 1990 by Willys of Milwaukee Wis. The vehicle is a driver quality and not a show vehicle. It has new tires, brakes, shocks and springs all around. It has a 12V. electrical system. The rest of the vehicle is original. It runs good and is a lot of fun to drive. I used it for an airport car for the past 5 years and have given up flying so I no longer need my toy. This car gets tons of looks and always gets comments and brings back lots of memories. The drive train is solid but like any vehicle that is 64 ears old it does have some minor drips, not really leaks. I have 4 extra wheel rims that are included and a canvas top that came with the car when I bought it. I am taking a $4,000 loss on this car from my investment. Buyer must make arrangements for shipping, I will assist in any way I can to make it as easy for the buyer as I can. The vehicle is available for inspection and I can store it for up to 6 months if necessary.”
This includes a trailer and scooter.
“3-PIECE SALE. ALL 3 ITEMS: WILLYS JEEP,TRAILER,AND SCOOTER
ENGINE:ORIGINAL 4 CYLINDER WILLYS FLAT ENGINE, NICE RUNNING-12 VOLT CONVERSION.STARTS,RUNS,SHIFTS & STOPS VERY WELL.PO STATES A REBUILD,IT RUNS LIKE IT,BUT I CANT CONFIRM.ENGINE HAS NO KNOCKS,TAPS, OR RATTLES.FRESH OIL CHANGE.STRONG RUNNING ENGINE.NO LEAKS OR PUDDLES.A SPOT OR DRIP SHOWS ONCE IN A WHILE.TRUE MILAGE UNKNOWN ON THIS NEARLY 65 YO. JEEP.TURN KEY-STARTS RIGHT UP.
TRAILER: M 100 REPLICATE,DRESSED AS QUARTERMASTER SUPPLY HAULER.LIGHTS ON TRAILER ARE NON-OP.PINTLE CONECTIONS.TIE DOWNS,SMALL SHOVEL AND LARGE METAL SUPPLY BOX.
SCOOTER MADE TO RESEMBLE THE U.S. ARMY CUSHMAN MODEL 53 PARATROOPER SCOOTER FROM WW 2. A NICE TRIBUTE TO OUR PARATROOPERS OF THE ARMY AIRBORNE. More information on eBay.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Brett spotted this one. It is supposed to have military axles. It might have a military body, too. It’s worth a look. It’s got a Kelly hardtop.
“This jeep will run with a new distributor. I have one- just no time to put it in. Has the military axles, and is fairly clean.”
This seller has a truck and flatfender for sale.
1. At $200 there is value here.
“Restore project”
http://wenatchee.craigslist.org/cto/3416663615.html
2. At $200 there is value here as well.
“Project to restore”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
It needs some work.
“Up for sale or trade is a 1946 CJ-2A Willys Jeep. It needs a new fuel pump and some other work,(seats, tires, windshield, few dents, couple of minor rust spots) but it is in surprisingly good shape for its age. It’s definitely not ready to drive home though-will need a trailer or tow. Everything has been kept original(engine, tranny, etc) The engine runs great, but since the fuel pump is out, I have to hand spray gas into the carb to show. Fully restored this Jeep is worth a LOT of money. I’m moving and can no longer keep it in a garage.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
No title. Unclear if it runs. The hood is beat up.
“here i have a complete 1951 willys cj3a jeep for sale, it has the flathead 4cyl twin stick tcase and manual tranny, all stock, has original koeinig metal works hard top “metal” and hard doors “metal”. which is super rare, body is in good condition “for being unrestored”, has a dent in rear quarter, paint is wore off alot of the jeep and some light surface rust is showing, the floors seem to be good shape, they have surface rust with a small area under the fuel tank of rust holes, all 3 seat frames are in great condition. jeep is not in running order but is complete. this is a very rare jeep. not a must sell either.”
No pics provided.
“Ready for the road. Olive drab.”
Here are two different vehicles for sale. No pics provided.
1. 1946 CJ-2A
“Needs restoring. Runs well, food brakes, spare chassis available for $200 more.”
http://newlondon.craigslist.org/cto/3417236982.html
2. Year? CJ-5
“1/4 ton. 4 cylinder, flat head engine, T90 transmission.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(09/05/2012) Unclear if this runs or not.
“THIS JEEP HAS A PLOW AND PTO.
AND RUST!
DOES HAVE A 1/2 HARD TOP
CALL FOR INFO. THANKS MATT 765-524-0520”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9500.
The frame and body look a little beat up, but there are some updates.
“Registered in NM as a 1947 Willis Jeep-Has 2000 engine(4cyl-fuel injected), Disc front brakes, 5 speed manual tranny, Big mudders, a real jewel. This jeep will put you in the -WOW -realm. I am including an extra 5 speed transmission in the deal. This is a real head turner.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500
This is a project.
“Straight 6/Four speed. Runs, needs the shifter put back on, i just don’t have the time to finish it up since i bought a house and had a kid.”
This appears to have a Tuxedo Park Package front bumper.
“1965 Jeep CJ6. Classic Jeep. 302 Motor. Blue. Will deal on price. Please CALL 918-812-0677 for more information. DO NOT TEXT-thanks”
The body appears solid.
“46 willys jeep original condition ,body in good shape as is glass, no longer have soft top due to wether ruined, but frame is still there. Have extra parts that will go with jeep. Too much to explain if intrested email and will answere ?’s.”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was priced at $2500.
“Rare 1949 Willys Overland Panel Sedan Delivery
Clean and clear tittle in my name.
Small rust spots in some areas, for sure the passenger side floor panel will need repair, but overall its pretty solid for its age.
It sits on top of a 1989 2 wheel drive S-10 frame, body not attached to the frame.
The frame its set up for a 4 link rear suspention for a Ford 9″ rear end, S-10 rearend is temporary bolted to the frame for moving around the yard purpose, the Willys has no engine or transmission
Included
-Complete custom cut medium dark glass
-New in the box complete doors seals
-Front and rear Jeep wrangler bumpers
-S-10 V-8 engine mounts
-S-10 V-8 SBC headers
-Speedway round old school Pontiac tail lights
-Complete dual Flowmaster exhaust
I never thought I ever sell this truck but plans have changed.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000
(09/02/2012) “New 35″ toyo mts and wheels 8500 lb winch 4.3 chev v6 3 speed w/overdrive twin stick transfer case forward facing pto soft top and bikini top sprung over 538 gears locked . Trade barter Manx buggy side by side utv offer. want new toy”
As promised, I’ve scanned and posted a 1943. I have updated the earlier post with the scans.
I received the June 19, 1943, issue of Liberty Magazine today. The magazine was published in Toronto, Canada from 1924 – 1950. My issue includes an article written by Willys Overland’s President at the time Joseph W. Frazer and titled “The Amazing Blitz Buggy”.
Having read the article, I’m still surprised he claimed the official name of the vehicle was “General Purpose Car”. You can see that claim in the highlighted portion of the article. That explain why the term “General Purpose” has been used in numerous historical descriptions about the jeep.
Click on the images below to get larger, readable versions of each page.
This has already hit $316.99! I think building a look-alike real-scale of this would be a neat project.
“VINTAGE 1963 TONKA NO. 516 JEEP RUNABOUT WITH BOAT AND ORIGINAL BOX. THERE IS A COUPLE BLEMISHES IN THE PLASTIC ON THE WINDSHIELD ON THE BOAT. ON PICTURE 4 JUST IN FRONT OF THE BLACK PLASTIC BAND IT HAS DISCOLORED. TOY HAS NOT BEEN PLAYED WITH. THERE IS 2 BOOKLETS THAT CAME WITH THE TOY ALSO INCLUDED. SHIPPING WILL BE $20.00 FOR INSURED SHIPPING WITH DELIVERY CONFIRMATION.”
It’s not perfect.
“VINTAGE FIX ALL WILLYS “JEEP” ORIGINAL BOX! MISSING FOUR WAY SPEED WRENCH & HEAVY DUTY SCREW JACK. MADE BY LOUIS MARK & CO. INC.
JEEP IS IN VERY GOOD SHAPE CONSIDERING ITS AGE. I TRIED TO PUT BATTERIES IN THE JEEP BUT LIGHTS AND HORN DID NOT WORK BUT CAN BE FIXED.”