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Jeremy found these images as part of a great folder of jeep images touring Facebook. You can learn more about them at Brian’s Military Jeep site.
HOG spotted this unusual ‘Willys Jeep’ song, which is a rewrite of Queen’s Bicycle Race song, over at Kaiser Willys Blog.
UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**
“You are bidding on a 1943 Ford GPW Willys Jeep, which has had an amateur restoration done in 2002. It is from a local San Jose, CA estate we are selling. It starts right up and drives OK. The vehicle has the original data tags on the glove box showing the vehicle serial number: GPW118251. The frame serial number is GPW118251. The Body serial number, which is supposed to be stamped on the tub/body driver side cowl is not present. The Engine serial number, supposed to be stamped on the block to the right of the Oil filler tube is not present.
ENGINE & RUNNING GEAR: 4 cylinder 134 cid 60 HP L-Head engine apparently of a later date, serial number unknown. The only numbers I could find on the engine were located on the lower right side just above the oil pan: 10-4 . . . 64 1087-L-W7 AN1-CR-N2. The engine has an alternator upgrade kit. The engine has a small water leak, I suspect from the water pump. The transmission seems OK, but the clutch will need replacing before too long. The transfer case looks OK, the 4WD works OK.
BRAKES: The brakes appear to need replacing, along with repair to the emergency brake.
ELECTRICAL: The vehicle has been converted to a 12 Volt system. It looks like the wiring harness was replaced when restored in 2002. I could not get the headlights, brake light, dashboard lights or horn to work, but all other electrical functions seem OK.
FRAME: Original with VIN # GPW118251. The front left tongue has rewelded from a wreck, with some rust, otherwise it looks OK.
BODY: I couldn’t find the VIN where it is suppose to be located. The body shows rewelding work and heavy bondo work, with some cracks showing through the paint. But it looks pretty good.
EXTERIOR: Canvas top has wear to the left rear seam and some fading, but looks OK. It was repainted Army Olive Green with white lettering in 2002 and is in good condition. It has the tools on the side, gas can on the rear and a tow bar on the front.
INTERIOR: The driver’s seat has a tear, otherwise the passenger seat and rear bench are OK. All the dashboard gauges work. Manual windshield wipers. Tool kit under passenger seat. With gun rack. After market seat belt for passenger only.
SUMMARY: The 2002 restoration is showing some wear, but the jeep starts right up and drives OK. I couldn’t find any “F” Ford markings on parts, or bolts. A nice driver.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500
This looks like a nice rig.
“1947 CJ2-A , 225 V-6, SM420 4 speed transmission, over drive, detriot locker in rear, power lock in the front, 520 gears, setup for the rocks , body straight. $4,500 or best offer. no low ballers please.”
There may be some value here.
“I have the transmission from a 1955 jeep willys Cj5. I have noidea whats wrong with it, but it seems to be intact. it is the 3 speed transmission and transfer case all in 1. if your interested just give me an offer. my numberis 720 254 7116. Chris.”
http://boulder.craigslist.org/pts/2325274246.html
Here’s an inexpensive box.
“Toolbox Lid and Surround removed from CJ2A replacement tub. Good condition. Will fit other models. Brent 785/229-9215”
http://kansascity.craigslist.org/pts/2324372805.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
This has plenty of updates.
“Selling an awesome jeep that’s had over $13k put into it. Can’t take trades, need cash.
Fresh/strong small block ford-
T-10 4 speed-
Spicer 18 2sp transfer case-
Dana 44 posi rear w/5.38-
Dana 30 front w/5.38-
Original willy’s body w/ no rust! Rhino lined interior.-
Super nice custom rack/cage/bumper w/winch-
Power steering/ power assisted drum brakes-
Runs/Drives strong and straight-
Drivetrain is solid and mechanically perfect.”
UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**
This runs and drives. The floor boards need a little work. This might restore well.
“You are looking at a very rare Willys, 4×2 Willys , DJ3A. It runs great and doesn’t smoke or knock. The paint is almost gone on it. It has four lug wheels with a straight axle in the front, all original. The brakes has a full peddle but need bleeding. The body is in reall good shape, with only two small places in the front floor. You can see this in the pictures. This would be an easy surface to repair. Driver’s seat needs to be rocovered. This vehicle is a 3 speed on the column and shifts good. I do have the front parking light lens and ring. Needs some exhaust work. It has a new windshield frame but does need a new glass and seal. Tires are in good shape. Over all with just a little TLC this Willys will be easy to restore.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
This wagon is missing something …
“1963 WILLYS STATION WAGON ASKING 2500. OR BEST OFFER
-HURRICAN SIX- ( A REAL WORK HORSE)
-ALL WHEEL DRIVE- 2500. OR BEST OFFER
-TAKE OFF POWER FROM FRONT TO BACK-
-POWER WINCH-
-RUN GREAT-
-FULL EXHAUST SYSTEM-
-WILLY HAS A GOOD CHOL- AND CHASSIS- A GREAT RESTORATION PROJECT-
-WONT BE DISPONITED-
-PICKS WILL BE POSTED SOON-”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3200
(03/18/2011) Looks nice.
“Vin: 5369405;
Exterior Color: Blue & White
Interior Color: White
Engine: GM 3.8 V6
Transmission: Manual
Top Speed: 70 mph
Willys 1960 CJ 3B 4×4 Jeep, (balanced) GM 3.8 V6.GM , complete with; King cab Hard Top Custom built with stainless steel bolts and 2 foot bed with tool box, and hi-lift jack/winch custom rack
‘Munsie’ 4 speed with Hurst shifter,
Edlebrook manifold,
Delco Remy elec. ignition,
‘ISKI’ Cam,
“Rancho’ steering stabalizer,
‘Saginaw’ steering kit,
Extra large drum brake kit,
High Amp. output alternator,
all SUN gages; tac/oil/alt./H20 temp,
‘Melling’ High volume at low RPM oil pump with external Rapid Cool oil cooler,
Duel Headers, Mufflers, ‘Miladon’ double-roller timing chain,
Exhaust pipes to tail lights,
soft doors,
2″ bars for 6 Pt. roll cage,
Windshield wipers installed,
Fog Lights,
Grote turn signals,
SmittyBult tow bar,
AVM locking hubs.
MODIFIED
King Cab Hard Top custom built with stainless steel bolts
2 foot bed with tool box,
hi-lift jack/spare tire/gas cans custom rack
Heater with defrost,
Removable front brushguard
Recaro high-back cloth bucket seats,
31×10,50R15LT knobby tires on white spoke wheels.
It’s in good shape.
garaged.
The motor is pumped up a little, plenty of power, runs good.
Seats are in great shape.Hard to find this clean.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000.
(02/02/2011) Looks real nice.
“54 willys cj3b high hood. Extremely nice jeep. Has a 289 small block ford. with a 3 speed transmission with a warn overdrive. Warn winch. Custom front and rear bumpers. Racing bucket seats and a back seat. Rhino lined tub on the inside. No rust in jeep. Like new 33×12.5 mud terrains. Really nice jeep.”
Here’s the Tender that started it all.
It was this Tender that came on the market by the previous owner that got me asking the question, what is this thing? So, it is with some irony that Bob forwarded this Ad to me and asked whether this isn’t a modified wagon rather than an actual Tender. The thing is, there is one other just like this that was for sale. You can view it here. So, I’m not as sure that it was a custom job.
“1951 Willys overland panel wagon that has been chopped into a pick up. Runs and drives, needs master cylinder, and front fenders bolted back on, needs new tires or tubes, 26,000 original miles, 4 wheel drive all fully functional and tight. Has currant registration and title in hand.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $250
(04/08/2011) This looks like a CJ-5/m-38a1 cage. You can tell because the front loop bend is pretty high, compared to low hood flatfender frontloops where the bend should start lower, and the front loop is the same width as the rear loop (thanks HOG).
“This cage came out of my 51jeep willys. It is powder coated blue with dark blue flacks and has two RCI seats. Asking 300obo. Thank for looking. Luke. call or tex but please no email. 3604023307”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/pts/2325320870.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
Looks solid. I think it runs, too.
“Vintage 1948 Willys Overland Jeep, model CJ-3A, with Sears half cab body and ISAR hydraulic pump system for snow plow (plow is not included).
CONDITION: Drive train, consisting of engine, transmission and transfer cases, is in good condition with no known problems. Non-directional tread tires and tubes are excellent. Steering box, brakes, shock absorbers, instrument gauges, body and seats all need restoration. New gas tank was installed about two years ago.
This jeep is an excellent candidate for restoration back to original conditon or, as a work vehicle on a farm or private property. Included are parts book (numbers and descriptions), mechanic’s manual and parts catalog. All, reasonable, Best Price offers considered.”
Alex spotted this illustration of a rocking jeep a long time ago. Thanks for sharing it. I think these would sell . . .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
I wonder what’s underneath all that diamond plating. The yellow one looks solid.
“We have 2 1949 willys jeeps 1 black with original 4 cyl flathead runs good no top or doors 2500.00 1 yellow with 231 V6 runs good has a half cab and doors that need some TLC to go with it 2000.00 also a 1951 jeep for parts, several spare parts,4spare tires and wheels original size all included.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000
Here’s a nice looking flattie with an unusual paint job and reversed front springs.
“ORIGINAL FLAT FENDER, ORIGINAL DRIVE TRAIN, 327 CHEVROLET ENGINE, ROLL CAGE, OVER $5,500 IN SUSPENSION AND SHOCKS. RUNS GOOD! CALL”
It comes with a nice looking bobcat hood.
“6 YEARS TO ENGINEER & BUI LT 307 Chevy 210 HP OFFY Manifold &625 carb hubs all around-538 R&P
44 REAR w/ARB — 30 FRT POWER LOCK
Q78-15 Swapers , dual batteries electric fan
3 SPEED W/OVERDIVE,aux Radiator & Oil cooler
Dual Ranco 5000 all 4 corners,PS-PB.. tilt-tele streeing 5 point 3 inch Harness
FRONT-REAR 5000 LB WINCHS..traction bars
Truss Bars front an rear..10 AUTO meter gauges
6 Step Sequential ignition> ELECTRONIC IGNITION
Hella 100 w fog–Hella 100 w flood–CIBIE 100 W DRIVING
HELL YA ITS EVEN GOT RACING BUCKETS SEATS
runs – fine to many extars to list boxes of left overs lol….
YES I HAVE PICTURES BUT ONLY TO BUYERS MUST SEE TO BELIVE”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/2323132872.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
“THIS JEEP IS PREETY MUCH STOCK W/ F MORTOR 3 SPEED 4/W…NEW 12V ALT SYS. NEW SHAKLES AND BUSHINGS.,,NEW EX. PIPE & MUFFLER, CARB REBUILT.. ELCT FUEL PUMP..REG. UNTIL 2012 .. AND MORE,, RUNS REAL SWEET..HV SPARE & HV DOORS, THE TOP IS A LITTLE ROUGH.. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800
(01/18/2011) No engine or tranny.
“1960 Jeep FC170, good body no engine or trans. 3/4ton 4×4. forward control. for more info please”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $700
hmmmm …. scratches head …. what happened here?
“Rock Solid M38A1 Jeep with later Ford engine. NOT Running, I haven’t fooled with it. Welded steel body, NO Rust!!! Big tires. Great start to build a MUDDER. You take it from here. $700 / Trade Try Me.”
This has a bit of rust.
“1948 Jeep willy original motor flat head 4cly original drivetrain.. I bought as project jsut havent got to it its 4speed this thing runnin will climp go through most anything needs restored or just play with as is.. last ran couple years ago now motor is stuck i just put sum oil in cly should free up with little work bought from guy who owned for quitew a while he uised for mud bogs and dunes.. cool project call 616 835 7404”
http://lansing.craigslist.org/cto/2322537498.html
For a $7800 jeep, the body looks pretty rough. Check out where the windshield has been mounted. That looks a little strange.
“This is as clean as they come. 145 puonds compression on all cylinders , fresh paint no rust , winch , new seat covers , shocks ,7.50 X 16 D mud grip tires , 12 volt conversion. This jeep has been on a ranch in TX since 1978 and taken care of. DOG NOT INCLUDED !!!!!”
http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/2322832107.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $650.
(12/20/2010) “1948 Jeep been sitting 10 years no title, bill of sale only tow away $650 cash or may trade?”
