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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 .
UPDATE: Still Available
(12/22/2010) This has some updates.
“1948 Willy’s Jeep, 4X4, 289 Motor, 3 Speed Transmision, Full Floating Rear End, 538 Gears, Lockers Front and Rear, Tara Low Transfer Case, Beard Seats, Rhino Lined inside, New Paint, 6000 lb. Warn Winch, Extra Parts. Runs Perfect. $8500.00 Call Sam 928-533-2940”
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/cto/2137267098.html
UPDATE: Price bumped to $2000
(12/20/2010) “1947 willys jeep V 6 motor 12volt system runs drives needs tlc call”
I’ll be taking the next two nights off. See you next year on the 2nd! Happy New Year!
Over the past year and a half Chris (from Mossy Rock, Wa) and I have been trading emails every-so-often as he works his way through his flat fender project. He recently figured out how to work with some bondo; he also tried his hand at using Herculiner. You can see the results below. It’s a bit of a trial and error process for him, but he’s making good progress.
January 1st is his birthday, so have a great birthday Chris and keep the pics coming!
Maggie mentioned to me that she was searching for a Jerry Can Tool Box someone built and displayed on line. With a little searching we tracked it down to Jeepforum.com. I’ve included two pics of it below. You can see all the pics here.
Hog forwarded this auction. Bidding just ended on this CJ-5 previously owned by Bing Crosby, reaching a high of $5850. I suspect it will be back on eBay at some point.
“Barn stored since 1973. Perfect running condition. Originally used on Rising River Ranch by the Crosby Cattle Co. Owned by Bing Crosby from new until 1973. All original, but seats and turn signal assembly. As you can see in the pictures the cosmetics are not perfect, but are easily fixed. This thing could climb a wall! She’s ready to go and up to date on all paperwork. Pink slip in hand.”
UPDATE: An eWillys reader bought all the parts.
Ken’s located here in Boise and has a variety of parts for sale and wants them gone!
Complete Fiberglass tub and front clip
Complete 304 Engine W/ Headers, Eldelbrock 4BBL, Mallory Distributor, Aluminium Valve Covers,Flywheel & Clutch.
Radiator
2 Wiring Harness, 1stock, 1aftermarket
Prothane body mount kit, motor mounts, trans mount, complete suspension and steering boot kit, shock boots. (N.I.B.)
Steering Column, Grant steering wheel, Power Steering Gear, Sector shaft.
Heater Assembly (stock)
2 Dashes, 1 with instruments and Cables, The other is painted to match tub
Seat Risers, Driver and Passenger
Front and rear seats (YJ)
1 set new springs
New spring mounts and shackles (full set for front and back)
Spicer 20 T/Case
2 T150 3 speed transmissions in near perfect condition
Roll Bar (stock)
Stainless hard line kit (brake and fuel)
Gas Tank (N.I.B. polyurathane)
Clutch and Brake peddle assy.
Console
Stainless steps
NO FRAME OR AXLES
Here are a variety of pics:
Click below to see more pics ….
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on $500
This includes a rebuilt engine, though it isn’t installed.
“1966 Jeep with aftermarket solid top, standard on column, 4×4, 4 cylinder, with 6′ MANUAL angle, hydraulic lift plow. This is a project Jeep, does NOT currently run. Needs work, Engine re-built but NOT installed, Needs starter, alternator, battery, etc… to run. This is a cool little Jeep that would make a great winter project.”
There might be some value in this project.
“1964 Jeep CJ5, 4 X 4, manual transmission, 4 cylinder, all original. This jeep was sitting for a while and will need some work to get it running. I am firm in the $1,000 price, dont call if you want it cheaper than that. 786-556-3668”
http://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/cto/2136528465.html
This looks good.
“1946 Willys CJ2A jeep, original 4cyl flathead and 4 spd trans both rebuilt, this jeep had a complete resto a few years ago, have the reciepts to prove it, has wide tires on it, runs like a champ full soft top $9500 obo call 760-518-5510 or email”
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/2135603499.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** was on eBay
Here’s a slattie project.
“You are bidding on a great restoration project. I am thinning out my collection because I have a few other rare vehicles that I’m in the process of restoring so some toys must go. This one up for auction is a 1941 Willys slat grill. It does have rust in the usual places such as front floors, fuel tank and driver side panel area. The jeep has been media blasted from top to bottom but surface rust is starting due to the fact that it was not primered. I was hoping to start restoration sooner but other projects have forced me to push it aside which is why I am selling. The frame is very solid and has also been blasted. I do have a front bumper and a rear crossmember that will go with the jeep. As can be seen in the pictures, the tail panel has been messed with and will need to be fixed. The jeep comes with a complete MB motor but it is not original to the car as the vin is very high. I do have one front seat that will go with the jeep and a back seat. The jeep does have the original low windshield with the early brass windshield clamps which are hard to find. The jeep also comes with some hard to find parts such as the solid wheels and the original pancake air cleaner. ”
This might make a good project.
“Willys 4 wheel drive truck project. Chassis in excellent condition and body is in good condition for the year.Have flathead 6 motor.The truck came from California so no rust to speak of. Need to see it and then make fair offer.”
http://tulsa.craigslist.org/cto/2136524844.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2750.
(10/06/2010) “We have a 1947 Jeep Willys. Needs a head gasket and tires otherwise in good condition. Pictures to follow this weekend. Really want to trade for a small pickup truck for our almost 16 year old son.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
This looks in good shape for the price.
“2 wd, all stock, been stored over 20 years. 6 vlt. system. new interior. Easy project.”
Alex forwarded this picture of a Jeepster in Tahiti taken in 1951. As far as I’m concerned, any excuse to show a picture of Tahiti is a good excuse in my book!
UPDATE: Still Available
(11/21/2010) This looks great.
“4 cyl,3 spd w/overdrive,44rr,gm steering,gm tilt wheel,12v,runs great. no solicitors Call this number for more info or pictures can be mailed, 360-607-3859”
http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/2134342536.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000
(12/05/2010) This looks good. Includes a rear PTO.
“1954 CJ3B Jeep Willys, F-Head 134 Hurricane motor, 6 volt system. PTO on back. Runs great. Also a set of 4 studded snow with 33 x9/50 rims. 33 x 9/50 on Jeep now.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
(12/17/2010) It runs.
“For Sale 1947 Willy’s Jeep Asking $2000.00 (Runs). Would Make A Good Hunting Jeep. New Tires. Call for details or If Interested.”
Or forwarded this Israeli video that includes some great shots of early experimental CJ-2 flatties. Check out from :59 seconds until 2:18. Watch a Willys wrangle cows and more ….
Colin provided a couple updates. He’s got a new top for his Surrey and his son, Lee, got their CJ-2A project running for the first time.
Colin writes, “I had a new top put on the Surrey. Here are a couple of photos of it. I also attached a couple of photos of our project 1952 CJ3A that is nearing completion. It has a CJ2A windshield and is now 12V with upgraded larger 11″ brakes.It still has the L-134 4 banger, but also sports an electric winch, custom built rollbar and custom bikini top. These were taken the first time we fired it up..it ran like a Swiss watch!”
A reader named Stephen is feeling quite Merry about this year’s Christmas after purchasing a CJ-2A project. Good luck and keep us updated!
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800
This might be a good price. The seller needs to sell before Sunday.
“runs great might need a flywheel or starter no leaks 4×4 works great has tow bar 1949 jeep was $2500 now $1800 obo I leave for school on sunday and need this gone call for more info or pics ”
This appears in good shape.
“Registered 71 jeep; Rbuilt chevy 350 motor; Turbo 350 trans/ dana 44 posi;street legal power brake, power stering… please cal or text Will 909 9213888…. registered until jan2012”
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/2132874616.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200 without the V8
(11/13/2010) That top looks like an old Sears & Roebuck Aluminum top, rather than a custom top.
“This is a old military jeep that someone has put an old ford flathead V8 in.Has some rust issues and a funkey homemade top.No title but the same guy has owned it since the beginning of time,comes with bill of sale.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
(11/10/2010) For $3000, given all the upgrades, this appears to be a good price.
“1949 cj3a to many upgrades to list 4.3 ltr chevy v-6 hei, 4bbl,fender well headers sm420 chevy 4speed spicer 20 t case ,dana 30 front axle with disk front breaks with reverse spring shackles and axle truss like new 33 1050 wild country tires”
