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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 .
It runs.
“1949 Willys Army Jeep
rebuilt motor, new transmission, 5,000 lb warn winch, tires like new.
Perfect for the mountain or farm
No title
$2500
Call Pete at 717-776-7716”
http://harrisburg.craigslist.org/cto/2478799748.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
This looks like it has been stored for 30 years. This might be in pretty decent shape.
“1940’s ? unsure of year Jeep Willys with plow! Truck has been stored in barn for 30+ years and has a plow. Ran when put away. Very cool restoration project for someone. You know who you are. Email offer and I may let you come see it.”
This is a nice looking CJ-3B.
“Up for auction my 1956 Willys CJ3B Jeep Known as the high hood jeep. Restoration completed in 2003 and has been a trophy winning trailer queen since. Frame off restoration with a new all steel body. New braje shoes wheel cyliders master cylinder and steel lines and rubber lines. New wiring harness, lites steering wheel ,5 new nonderical tires, and gauges with the speedometer showing 160.7 miles. The collor is Willys plantation white. Basicly if it needed new it got it. There is one spot with paint rubed off were the hod meets the cowl on righ side. Some very small paint chips on rims, stone chips hard to see .There is a vey small exhaust noise on idel but goes away after that. There is some play in the rear diffential if that causes you ploblem I will a good set of rears. You want to come see it, I will take you for ride. Questions call John 570-836-6645. I will let the pictures do the rest.”
The bumper almost looks DJish.
“Flathead 4-cylinder (original). Engine runs; very restorable; very little rust-through. Will consider offers.”
http://swmi.craigslist.org/cto/2478906392.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $875
(06/19/2011) Happy Father’s Day! I just ran across this deal. It looks great for the price.
“Please read entire ad before responding. ’53 Willys Jeep, Model CJ3A, 4WD, flathead 4 cylinder Jeep engine, 6 volt system, aluminum cab with plow, 44,000 original miles. No brakes. Owner used to plow driveway. Body has some rust, mostly surface, floors and bed are rusted through, cross members are weak. Frame is solid. Never put on the road, no title or registration. Driven into garage and parked in 2007 and has not been started since.
Potential buyers should be ready with a trailer. I do not live near where the vehicle is located so the vehicle must be removed at time of sale.
CASH only, serious inquiries only. $875 firm”
http://boston.craigslist.org/sob/cto/2475316336.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(06/27/2011) This looks pretty good for the price.
“For sale is a 1947 Willys Jeep
Has ther originl flathead 4 cylinder with with very
few running time miles on it because it was towed up north and used
when they would go hunting
inside is in good condiotion and has very little rust
outside is in pretty rough shape but mostly just the back end
has the original knob tires on it with very little weathering on them
for more information you can contact me at my cell # 989-859-4594
or you can email me any time and ask for Roger if you call.”
http://saginaw.craigslist.org/cto/2477835865.html
This looks in good shape.
“1950 Willys Jeep. Purchased new in Chicago, used at cottage in Upstate New York. Owned by same family. Runs, minimal rust. Summer use only (back in the day). New battery, points, condenser, and plugs. Tires great shape. Stored in garage since 1987, currently tarped outside.Will need brake work. Questions? Email or call 616 437 8861”
http://grandrapids.craigslist.org/cto/2473809209.html
While following yesterday’s video link related to roll overs, Brett managed uncover this gem. Nice work!
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was Make Offer
Someone save this!
“We have a late 1950’s early 1960’s Jeep cab over 4×4 flat bed truck project. The truck has had the cab removed and the engine is in pieces. truck is mostly all there minus some glass and other little parts. please no scraper we can scrap cars ourselves.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2100
(12/03/2010) This might be a good price.
“I have a 1954 Willys Jeep for sale, I have had the engine totally overhauled by Clarks Machine Shop in Indep MO. it runs great but it has to go.
Here are most of the new parts I have put into the Jeep
4 NEW TIRES
4 REMAN WHEELS
4 SHOCKS
COMPLETE BRAKE SYSTEM, HARDWARE, SHOES, WHEEL CYLINDERS AND MASTER CYLINDER
NEW CARBURATOR
COMPLETE OVERHAUL, NEW VALVES, SPRINGS, RODS, TIMEING GEARS ETC…
ADDED AN EXTERNAL OIL FILTER
REMAN GENERATOR
NEW BATTERY
NEW REGULATOR
NEW DISTRIBUTOR
NEW WATER PUMP
NEW THERMOSTAT AND HOUSING
NEW BELTS AND HOSES
NEW CLUTCH, PRESSURE PLATE AND THROW OUT BEARING
NEW GEAR SHIFT AND TRANSFER CASE KNOBS
NEW GAS TANK AND RUBBER GROMET FOR TANK NET”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $900.
“1949 plow truck v-6 buick motor runs n drives 5′ plow call joN”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500
This looks like a good price.
“For sale is a nice restored CJ2A willys jeep, it comes with a rear seat and seat belts, a winch, SOUND BAR w/lights and speakers that work great bikini top and a full best top (almost new). i have two spare tires that match two sets of tires and wheels, the military tires are brand new 16″, the wide tires and rims are used but still is good condition. the motor is a 4cyl L134 it runs great and very strong, rebuilded back a couple years ago. its a register driving vehicle, clear title and tagged. its very dependable. it has a brand new 8000lb winch mounted on front that hasnt even been used. i have put several thousand dollars into the jeep restoring it. it has (NEW) everything! i also have many extra parts that can be sold separate or deal for everything! THE REASON AND ONLY REASON I AM SELLING IT IS, i have a liver problem and can not drive it any longer and that i have gain weight and can no longer get behind the wheel to drive it. this is my third cj2a i have own. and i am very sad to sell it. please understand i will not give this away but i will work with someone that is truly serious about buying it! so if your interested in it and have any question please fill free to email me or call me if your serious.”
This runs and drives, but needs some restoration. This may make a good project.
“Offering for sale my 1956 Willys CJ3B Jeep. I have too many projects and this one need a new home. It is a candidate for restoration as it has not been customized and has all factory parts. 6.50 X 16 inch mud grips in good shape. Jeep starts and runs fine. Four cylinder F head -134 engine is strong – NO SMOKE, NO LEAKS. 5:38 ratio axles so this is not a freeway jeep. New fuel tank, clutch, starter and flywheel ring gear. The transmission has been rebuilt and has about 20 miles on it. The seats are original and in good shape due to the metal cab. Cab has excellent glass, door glasses roll up/down. Cab was built by Koenig Iron Works (Houston, TX). and is solid. Jeep has surface rust and some rust in traditional places. Steering is good with minimal play. Heater, headlights and gauges all work. Converted to 12V with one wire Delco alternator. Brakes will need some work to make it safe to drive. This would make a great hunting (keep you and your equipment dry) or a great ranch jeep. I will give you a BILL OF SALE and am asking $2500 CASH to make this deal.
Scammers please leave me alone
Call Gary 979-FIVE 33 – 188 four (cell) or 979 – 53 TWO – 0 1 3 four (home – leave a message and I will return your call)”
http://austin.craigslist.org/cto/2468005706.html
This appears to have full floating hubs in the rear. The cab looks permanently connected to the body.
“Willys Overland Jeep CJ2A 1946
Runs plowed driveway last winter, No Brakes
Needs Restoration
Great Project Vehicle.
$850.00 or Best Offer
973-635-0309”
http://newjersey.craigslist.org/cto/2468013433.html
This might be a deal.
“it is in pieces due to start of frame off restoration but stopped in the middle now my loss is your gain no running gear call 253 217 6793 for serious buy or email questions please dont call unless serious its dark brown and needs alot of work but low value on this rig is way over 500 and its vintage status makes it worth every penny also have fork lift to load onto flat bed truck or trailer”
I spotted this ‘group wanted’ ad.
“Wisconsin Jeep Owners Group… We are looking to start an owners group where we can share pictures/videos, information, parts, etc. If interested, check out wjog.blogspot.com.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800
The body looks pretty good for an east coast wagon.
“Ran when parked been sitting for awhile little rust make a grate project for someone with time.tittle in hand”
I’ll bet with a new fuel pump this will start.
“Needs some TLC. It was running several years ago, parked and now won’t start. Would be a great hunting truck. Serious offers only please.”
http://dallas.craigslist.org/sdf/cto/2467463820.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000. It includes a Warn OD and a trailer.
(11/01/2010) “Buick V6 231, original 3 speed transmission, Warren overdrive, power steering, rear end gear ratio 5:37. Just replaced complete brake system, transfer gears, carburator, water pump and battery.”
Are the seats on this cropped? They seem a bit short.
“4CYL FLATHEAD – 4X4 – TOP IN GREAT CONDITION. 1943 WILLY’S WITH TRAILER- GREAT PACKAGE DEAL MILITARY STYLE JEEP WITH A CLEAN TRAILER! CALL JOHN @530-320-0624.”
http://goldcountry.craigslist.org/cto/2469243358.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1777
This looks a bit rough. I’m guessing it still runs??
“I have 1946 Willis Jeep that I used as a hunting/ranch vehicle for several years. It has a tow bar and a soft vinyl top. 3-speed manual transmission. Cash only please.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was no price.
This runs.
“Body Rough , Runs , no time to restore”
Mark has someone post this Mahindra at Sellajeep.com. I know there are a few Indian readers out there.
“EX ARMY jeep for sale in Kottayam, Kerala India. 5 gear, 77 ex army jeep, dark green colour, good condition, looks good etc…… asking price: 2.5 lakh email:sinjocyriac@gmail.com phone: 996-143-5233″
http://www.sellajeep.com/sale/ads295i/ads295i.html
UPDATE: Price was $3000.
(06/14/2011) “I have a 46 CJ2A column shift for sale. Jeep has PTO with flat belt drive. S/N 16965. I really hate to part with this jeep but it’s time. It does need some work.”
Brian forwarded these videos. What he was hoping they might stimulate are some comments about what might have been done differently . Of course, it would be easy to poke fun at the driver’s, but in some cases they might not have known better. So, maybe with some videos like this we can generate some teachable moments.
So, for example, Brian pondered the following contributing factors to the below accident:
(a) Lack of concern and respect of the trail leading to no trail spotter?
(b) Driver failing to understand center of gravity of Jeep ~VS~ gravity.
(c) Failing to recognize trail surface was equal to ball-bearings.
(d) The jeep seemed to be holding the hill before reversing. Driver failed to place jeep in revers and power out. (Related all above)
If you find a non-racing, non-stupidity-drinking back yard yahoo video, just guys/gals on the trail with factors that lead to misfortune, email it to me at d@ewillys.com.
Brian also shared this one, which demonstrates that even the woman running the camera knew this wasn’t a good idea.