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Not too surprisingly, the General George S. Patton Museum, at Fort Knox, Kentucky, has a few jeeps. I read that the museum was supposed to be relocated to Fort Benning, GA, but I don’t know if that happened or not yet.
The two jeeps below are supposed to be part of the museum. If there are others, I didn’t run across any photos.
One unusual model at the museum is a Constabulary Jeep, which was part of the Constabulary Force in Europe following World War 2. You can read more about this Force here.
This picture was taken by Patrick Keenan and posted at warwheels.net, where there are several more photos from different angles.
The museum also has his Division Commander (Major General) jeep. You view more pictures from the warwheels.net site as well.
This stainless flattie has an unusual dash and seats.
“This is a handcrafted Stainless Steel Jeep made in the Philippines! The car was imported into the United States in 1979 by a man named Wesley Carrell.
Wesley was in the military and stationed in the Philippines just after the Vietnam war. While he was there he fell in love with the Stainless steel Jeeps that the locals were crafting. The CJ3 Jeeps left over from the Vietnam war rusted very badly, so the locals started to make stainless steel bodies that wouldn’t rust in their externally humid climate.
Wesley paid $5500 + shipping and taxes in 1979 to bring this Jeep home to Mississippi. Once he had the Jeep home he paid to have the brakes to be converted from mechanical to Hydraulic. He also paid to have a 4 cylinder Ford Pinto engine with automatic transmission installed. The Jeep does come with a soft top, however it is a little old. It has a few tears.
Wesley drove and enjoyed this Jeep until 2003 when he passed away. I bought the Jeep from his sister whom inherited the Jeep. When I bought the Jeep I had every intention of restoring the it, however I have too many project cars and wont be able to put work into the Jeep anytime soon. I just bought a 1970 GTO Judge which will be taking up my spare time.
The body is mounted on a 1959 Willys Jeep frame. The Jeep runs, drives, and stops under its own power. However to will need a tune up or it will possibly need the carburetor rebuilt before it can be driven anywhere.
The Jeep can be driven onto a trailer or car carrier!
This is a once in a lifetime opportunely, don’t let this pass you by! You need this Jeep for your collection! ”
View all the information and pics on eBay
Not much in the description. It has 2/3 1/3 seats.
“Runs good, brakes good, surface rust only”
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1953-Willys-Jeep-/110946884169?forcev4exp=true
Update: ****sold**** was listed at $1200.
There are lots of artichokes grown in the Salinas Valley, hence it would not surprise me if some business called itself “Mr. Artichoke”.
“1943 WW2 WILLYS JEEP, 3 SPPED 2&4 WHEEL DRIVE HIGH & LOW, WOULD MAKE A GREAT PROJECT, THE PREVIOUS OWNER WAS MR ARTICHOKE $1200.
No pics provided.
“I have two willys cj2a 4×4 for sale. Both run and are in decent shape, the 1 is an olive drab color and has a roll cage, winch but no top for it or back seat. The other one is green with a home made cab on it, the cab is made of marine plywood and is built solid great for hunting it also has air shocks in the rear. asking 5,000 for both OBO. The olive drab one had all around disc brakes rebuilt, work great. The two jeeps have little 4 cylinders in them 3/speeds.”
The paint job isn’t much, but it does appear to have a rear PTO.
“Jeep is in great shape, 4WD 3 speed w/pto. Everything works.
Make me a decent offer and drive it home today!
715-ate91-62ate0”
http://northernwi.craigslist.org/cto/3254621929.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
This looks a bit rough for the price.
“Jeep f-head engine runs strong. All new brakes, roll bar, and full cab. Located 30 miles north of Tucson).”
No pics provided, but is described as being ‘in pretty good condition’.
“jeep is in pretty good condition. great restoration project many parts included. motor is a willys super hurricane flat head six cyl. 764-8334 ask for mike”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
“This is a 1946 willys jeep in peices. It includes the the body parts the frame the axels and other disasembled parts. I will also throw in the engine parts if the price is right. Pieces are in good shape excempt for some of the running gear. Contact me for better discription on certain parts. I have a bonded title for the vehicle”
“It is complete except for the glass”, claims the seller. Looks like it is missing have the rear body to me.
“Hello, this is a 1946 willy’s army jeep. It is complete except for the glass. Understand that this is a barn find, and has been sitting for 20 plus years. I t is rough but has good parts, for example the hood is in great condition and is worth more than want I want for the whole thing. good bumpers, tailgate, it does include the motor, which is sitting on the back of the bed. please text me at 615-739-8009. if you want you will have to come haul it off. thanks”
http://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/3253367139.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500
(03/01/2012) I can’t tell if the paint is uneven or some type of Cammo.
“Jeep is clean for the year only has little rust on the floor board. Has the flathead in it, everything works on it even the heat. Just put a soft top and Goodyear mtrs on it.”
This looks like a solid body.
“partially rebuilt 1948 willy’s wagon, 2wd. Rebuilt engine, new wiring, new windshield gasket and some upholstery. needs glass, brake job, and various other things. Body is in pretty good shape/ Email me!”
http://mendocino.craigslist.org/cto/3213776894.html
This turns over, but isn’t firing. If it can run, there might be value here.
“I have a 53 millitary wills jeep I am asking 1100. Its not getting fire I have the stuff to fix it but I am tired of messing with it. I also have another motor that runs with all the parts for 400. If interested call or text 254 223 1817. No emails. Obo. Will trade for equal value.”
http://killeen.craigslist.org/cto/3253568206.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000
(09/28/2011) This is likely a CJ-3B with a modified front clip.
“This jeep is super clean. Brand new tires,brakes,wheel cylinders,exhaust,carpet,back seat,roll bar. Glass is perfect,paint is in pretty good shape. It has a three speed with a twin stick transfer case,ford 4 cylinder motor. It is no speed demon but it drives real nice for what it is. It does have winch that does work,all signals and lights work perfect. It could be a daily driver if you wanted it to. I have a little room in the price but I do not need to give it away,I just don’t get to use it as much as I would like so somebody should take advantage of a nice little jeep. I do not have the ability yet to post pictures,give me a call and I can text them to you. Would consider a trade for a 4 by4four wheeler of equal value.”
UPDATE: Priced dropped to $1500. A reader went to look at this. The rear decking is gone. It has been stored outside. The seller didn’t attempt to start before the reader arrived. It was a wasted of time.
No pics provided. It has a rear PTO and sounds like some additional equipment.
“Original,cab,doors,plow and power take off. Rear wench has some rust- runs. Good for plowing or restoration project.. Call Steve at 413-231-7339”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $2500.
“I have a 1948 Willys Jeep that I am selling. Asking 2500.00 OBO or possible trade. Has a Ford 289 in it 3 speed twin stick transfer case. Has 31/10/50 tires on it. It’s a project that needs to be finished, it will start so you can hear it run. Must bring trailer to haul it with. I am also willing to trade for a small car that gets good gas mileage.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500
(06/06/2011) This has a variety of updates.
“1947 cj2a willys jeep all steel body no rust, 231 gm v6,3 speed,power steering,front disc brakes,brand new 33″s,rhino lined tub,very clean, all trades or cash offers”
I’ve not run across one of these Military Police / Germany Tin toy jeeps. Here are some additional photos of constabulary jeeps.
“Arnold J2600 Willys Jeep. made in US-Zone Germany 1948”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE 2: We are certain this was a scam. Contrary to what the ‘seller’ reports, no LoJack activation has never occurred on a Willys in AZ.
UPDATE: Thanks to Craig for managing to get a response. The seller claims these are sold. And, thanks especially to Jesse for his detailed analysis on this. In between tearing down my parent’s rotten deck and getting ready to build a new one I’ve been following the comments on this ad/scam/?? with interest.
“I have two modernized like new except for paint m677 FC Kaiser Jeeps with 4 door crew cabs, full skid plates, new motors, new drive train, or professionally rebuilt. Modern features like PS, PB, AC, locker Eaton Rear end. One is Gasoline powered Chevrolet LT-1 350 the other is a 6 cyl heavy duty diesel. To much to mention. $65,000 takes both and plenty of original parts. I had the custom paint jobs blasted off when the company who contracted their build at a cost of over $100,000 defaulted and we repo’ed these.. Both have new interior, AC, 24 12 and 120 volt power. Both have heavy duty winches, and one comes with a PTO winch and hydrostatic plow drive als all hoses drive lines etc. They run and drive great. Suspension is all new and engineered for the load of the new running gear. Running gear was regeared to maximize the HP torque and RPMs of the power plant(s). Paint is all these lack. They are in a climate controlled storage. Look up this model on Google. These are primer gray and all they need is a final paint job. These are rare, and unheard of in this condition. Email for a viewing time and location, as well as questions and a an extensive list of original spare parts, engines, transfer cases, glass, etc. One mor could be made original from spare frame body parts engine X fer case front and rear end etc. Zero rust. Interiors are new Taurus Burgundy colored vinyl seats. New tires, new heavy duty brakes. These cost almost $130K to build. They were meant to service cell towers in remote locations. The buyer skipped town. They had LOJACK and I went and got them back. Too many upgrades and options to list. The gasoline model is more of a toy as the engine is high compression high horsepower. They have dual 24 and 12 volt electrical, all new rubber body gaskets, no leaks. They are in line in a storage unit, and photos will be difficult. After I take them out to allow a test dive photos will be available. These were driven every 4-6 weeks to keep seals from leaking and fluids changed every 3 months regardless of use. We are using Mobile One with extra filters engine oil coolers, A two regeared 2 speed overdrive was added between the 4 speed tranny and transfer case for 16 forward gears 2 reverse. All computer modeled to avoid clearance issues, binding ill fitting parts etc. Enough parts are on hand to make these original again too. THe Cat Diesel is the true work truck. I got 27 MPG with it HWY. $35K each $65K takes everything. Parts are available with further negotiation on one truck. Both trucks you get extra frames, cabs, mounts, etc. These are very very nice inside. Dunbar did all new springs and an airbag ride was installed. Email with a number for serious buyers ONLY> This will be listed in other locations I am willing to deliver to.”
Paul forwarded me this picture of the awning for his workshop door. As he says, “it keeps the rain off and looks good!”
John also has a hood-as-awning, too (click here and scroll down to last pic).
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000
This has a variety of updates.
“1953 willys jeep cj3a lifted, 35 inch ground hawgs with 2 full size spares, 350 chevy small block with headers, torquer intake, mild cam, and 461 original big valved fuelie heads, Dana 44’s front and rear with 4.27 gears and disc brakes up front custom full roll cage, needs tlc and some body work, starts runs and drives, have reciepts $4,000 o.b.o.”
This looks solid.
“New tires and wheels. Winch. Roll bar and seat belts installed. Runs good ready to go. ”
http://nh.craigslist.org/cto/3252687388.html
UPDATE: Still Available
“45 willys MB ser# 404198 with matching frame tag, no title, project jeep completely disassembled, frame in good shape needs new horns ( have, not installed), motor could be original but may be replacement cast#638632w2a MB57994
have rebulit rear axle, and have parts to rebuild front axle and steering. tub in bad shape but may be salvageable. $1000 please call Patrick 978-290-1383 or email with questions.”
http://boston.craigslist.org/nos/cto/3251448428.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(05/29/2012) Engine newly rebuilt.
“This Willys has a freshly rebuilt Chevy 283 V8 in it that runs great. It has Dana 41 and 25 axles under it with 5.38 gears. This jeep also comes with a very hard to find arctic top hard top. It also has a brand new halogen headlight conversion installed in it, and a new battery. Also has some nice bucket seats with 4 point harnesses. New distributor cap, points, sparkplugs, and wires. This CJ2A has zero rust and will take you anywhere. My name is hunter and you can call or text 541-910-4169 to contact me.”
http://eastoregon.craigslist.org/cto/3250985688.html
