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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.
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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: **SOLD** Was $900
(11/16/2010) You know, this deserves a closer look. I think that front looks wide enough that it might be a Dana 30. The cage looks good as well. I’d let the price drop some, but there might be some value here.
“51 Willys Jeep needs motor & transmission, had small block chevy, chevy power steering. Soft top, new mirrors, misc parts.”
Jim recently purchased this nice looking CJ-2A.
He writes, “Here are a few pictures of my 1947 Willys CJ2A. It has had a ground up restoration several years ago. I bought it out of Kansas and now it is in the California Sierra Nevada Mountains where I use it at our cabin.
The Willys has a new tub body but original hood and tail gate. It has all the original plaques and auto numbers. All other parts reflect the period except a roll bar and a steering stabilizer. The engine runs like a sewing machine.
I am still working on it to make it better and original. The paint job also reflects the year. If I could find a restored flat fender with the original body and in this good of shape I might jump ship. Meanwhile I enjoy driving this vehicle where everything works like it did 63 years ago, which by the way is my age!”
Congrats Jim. It looks like fun 🙂
Gerald spotted these unusual tires. The theory behind these tires is similar to the “Sawdust tires” that were produced and sold a couple decades ago. Sawdust tires were recapped tires with sawdust (sometimes walnut shells were used too) embedded within the rubber mold so that as the rubber wore, the sawdust was exposed. These tires were only good for a year, but according to internet reports, worked quite well. Apparently, they were also much friendlier to the pavement than studded tires, though studded tires work better. Here’s a brief thread about them.
According to their history, the Green Diamond Tire of North America arrived in 1999. As of 2009, the company is under new management and seeking to build a manufacturing location in the Western US. Probably one reason for the Western Location is that a large number of Big O Tire retail outlets are selling the tires in Colorado. The company’s western headquarters is currently located in Denver.
UPDATE: Was listed at $1000. **SOLD**
“FOR SALE: 1962 Willys-Jeep FJ-3A Fleetvan with F4 134 Hurricane motor(may be seized) and T90 trans. Vehicle has been stored in a warehouse since 1982. Body is solid with surface rust, clear title. Vehicle will need to be trailered.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1750.
This looks like a good price.
“1959 willis cj5 jeep, runs good, 4×4 works good,good tires and rims, in good shape for a 1959. $1,750 obo,”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2700.
“This is a “barn find” ’46 Willys jeep cj-2a complete and original condition. has rare snowplow with hydraulics (Scheneker iron works model “b”plow with Hy-Lo-Jeep monarch belt driven hydraulics). and very rare power take off(p.t.o.) transmission with lever in cab. also under dash heater( an option) and a pto attachment to run an 8 in. belt to drive a pump or farm machinery original in original box(even the box is well made). i bought another car from this guy and fell for this one too, but i have 4 classic convertables already and no room for this one.or time to drive it. also… i can’t get it to turn over! i’m soaking the cylinders now but no luck yet. Willys “go-devil” flathead four “Willys won the contract mostly due to its more powerful engine (the “Go Devil”) which soldiers raved about, ” from wikipedia. has slide in ladder racks also. i always wanted a wwII vehicle and this one could also be useable(plow). but i want a lot of things and it’s a car too far for me”
No pics and little info.
“Have a 1942 Military Jeep with title for sale you can call 715-966-1313”
The rear isn’t looking like ’41 running gear to me. It could be a CJ-2A body. I’m not sure which parts are from a ’59.
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1946 Jeep Willys in good running condition with very little rust. 1959 Jeep on 1941 running gears included for a parts machine, but this Jeep could also be built up on its own. 770-784-1239.”
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/eat/cto/2086890796.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
Not pretty, but it plows.
“I have a 1949 Willys Jeep with a snowplow for sale. It runs good but the body is ruff. Good project for someone with time and money.Thanks for looking.”
UPDATE: Was $7500. **SOLD**
(07/27/2010) “Motor rebuilt – with now only 500 miles; Excellent condition; All original; New seats; Aluminum top; Full roll cage; Please contact if interested. $7,500 OBO (or best offer)”
Pete (from the Old Willys Forum) forwarded a letter from Casey announcing the 2nd Annual Willys Truck and Wagon Rally in Moab on May 14 & 15, 2011.
If you have never been to Moab or Southern Utah, it truly is a treat. I lived in Utah for 9 years and traveled down to Southern Utah every chance I got, though never had a jeep during my time there. So, I had to explore on foot or by bike. There are still places I want to explore down there (For example, I have yet to hike the subway in Zion NP or the Wave in the Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness at the border of Utah and Arizona)
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Hello all,
Were doing it again! The 2nd annual Willys Rally will be held in Moab UT on May 14th-15th. You will find the Flyer attached. This year WILL be bigger and more exciting. I learned alot last year and cant wait to do it again on a much larger scale. We have plans for T-Shirts with a variation of the print on the flyer. It should turn out to be a keeper.
Please save the date and send your RSVP’s via e-mail to caseydimmitt@yahoo.com Please include # of people, Names (including screen names), e-mail, telephone #, Address, Year/ model Willys, Also specify Mens size or Womens size and how many of each you would like.
The Plan with the shirts is to finalize the design and then get pricing based on the based on your interest. At that point I will let yall know how much they will be and put the order in for the shirts . I’ll order as many as I can get orders from from you folks before I leave for the event. There wont be shirts to buy at the event and you must come to Moab to get them! Please let me know what you think of the graphic.
I plan on being there for a full week this time to see all Moab has to offer. Not sure if it will be the week prior or after the event…We may camp, we may hotel it. Who knows??? I’ll keep you posted for those that want to make it more than a 2.5 day event that it was last year.
Thanks
Casey Dimmitt
714-478-1867
Thanks to Pete from oldwillysforum.com for making our flyer and t-shirt design!
P.S. If your a vendor or someone that can help spread the word, please do! If you would like to be a sponsor and possibly get your name on the shirt and other ads pleas contact me.
Here’s a buyer looking to find a starting crank. I hadn’t seen what they looked like until I saw this ad.
“Wanted – original 2 pc hand starting crank for a Willys CJ2A Jeep. email or call 910 934 3144”
http://wenatchee.craigslist.org/wan/2086406331.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200.
This looks like it might be in good shape.
“1960 Jeep Willys pickup. SuperHurricane, Straight Six 4×4. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2700.
(11/04/2010) This looks like a good rig with a variety of updates. I wonder if it has an updated rear end given the Dana 20.
“Overall in good shape…305 chev v-8,t18 3spd,dana 20 t-case,pop out windshield frame,tilt steering, new seats,paint,centerline wheels,good tires, auto meter tach,runs well..lots of power,4×4 works well,has tow bar,new fuel cell, and battery box,has been re-wired, has original dash tags, clean wash. title, also has plate”
Sure, it is a mess, but it has Desert Dogs!
“Complete Has overhead valve engine out of a newer (1950s-60s) jeep. Frame broken near grill. Has Willys stamped on windshield frame. Tub has been patched a few times but it it almost 70 years old. Great for parts. Was a mudder before frame broke about 15 years or so ago. I unhooked the generator and put a battery in it last summer and it whirled over but thats as far as I went. 740-464-0363 I will consider trades. No title.”
http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/2084154654.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1875. It was listed on eBay
This has a solid looking body, though there have been a few mods to it (and the rest of the jeep).
“Well I’m sure no expert on jeeps, but this m-38 jeep was almost given to me by a friend. This information is just as I’ve received it from him.
This jeep has just sat idle in a car port for the last 5 years or so. First I will list the minuses as I see them. It has not run for several years. It needs seats (but I have the base frames). It will require whatever sitting idle for 5 years would require. (fresh gas, tune up, fluids, battery etc). I do not have a top, or a key.
Now for some of its pluses.
This Jeep had a v-6 Buick professionally installed some years back. The install looks as if it came from the factory. (nice Job)
This jeep was running and driving well when it was last parked. It has the military 5:38 gears, axe mount, and one run “dark light”.
This jeep is almost 60 years old and not rusty. The floors, bed, and body are excellent.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,500. Pretty girl added.
(06/25/2009) This looks really nice, but I’m not sure I’m big on the palm fronds.
“1948 Willys Jeepster ,Converted To each Cruiser.All restored has some paint blemmishes,4 cylinder 6 volt 3 on the tree tranny.Have originol top ,boot and side windows clean. Was running great has 2 week cylinders needs rebuilt ”
This has seen some changes. Check out how low the front shackles sit.
“1946 WILLYS JEEP 80’S MODEL GM 4CYL WAS RUNNING BUT HAD CARB TROUBLE? NO SEATS NO TOP TODD SIX O SIX 63 4 SIX NINE 58”
http://eastky.craigslist.org/cto/2084457010.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $750.
It runs. Has the wrong top.
“1954 Willys CJ3B , 4-Wheel Drive with plow. Needs some TLC, runs great, would make a nice winter plow truck or a restoration project. There are no brakes, vehicle has been sitting, floor pans are shot, but the little beast keeps running.”
It’s rough, but mostly complete.
“1946 Jeep Willys. This is an unrestored Jeep Willys CJ2A. Sold on Ebay and Buyer never came through…So 2nd Chance for you!
This Jeep is sold as is. Everything appears to be there: engine, drive train and transmission. I don’t know how long it has sat and or ran. It rolls and can be restored to something special or used for parts. Will ship-you pay based on formula below. If you are in the area then arrangements can be made through seller. Buyer pays for all shipping costs. I do not currently have a title. I have a bill of sale from the lady I purchased it from. You have to file for a lost title. All of the numbers match: frame, tub, motor, etc.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800
(11/21/2010) Here’s a rough project.
“Willys cj2a body rough, runs but hasn’t been started this year”
UPDATE: Still Available
(09/26/2010) I’d say this is a project.
“1952 willys flatfender, Chevy 4.3L engine, high performance computer, everything in picture included, plus a few extras, no axles no tires, This was a project that I never got around to finishing. It is set up for a three link suspension in the front and back, includes rear drive shaft, transfercase and manual transmission, engine runs good. No rust on body or frame. CALL ONLY, If you email – I will assume it is spam. 707-485-1806 asking $1500 or make me your best offer.”
http://mendocino.craigslist.org/pts/2031086378.html
It appears the restorer spent a great deal of time turning this CJ-2A into a militarized-CJ-2A.
“1946 Willys Jeep Totally Restored 321 634 6806”
http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/cto/2084629357.html
A few weeks ago I stumbled upon the National Archives of Canada the other day, discovering a variety of WWII Jeep images related to Canadian forces.
2. Troopers of the Three Rivers Regiment in a jeep, England, 22 July 1942.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
(11/04/2010) There’s work to be done, but the body looks good.
“Willys Jeep with a 231 Buick V6 engine and trans complete with driveshaft to rear end. Much body work done. Needs someone to finish this awesome project.”
