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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: **SOLD** Was $6000.
(06/20/2009) Here’s a very nice looking, albeit slightly customized, FC-170.
“1959 FC-150 CAB ON A FC-170 FRAME AND AXLES,CONVERTED TO REBUILT CHEVY 350 MOTOR ,REBUILTTURBO 350 TRANS,NEW OAK BED FULL LADDER RACK,NEW UPHOLSTRY ON SEAT,DIAMOND PLATE INSIDE CAB,NEW TIRES,STILL NEEDS TO BE CONVERETED TO POWER STEERING AND BRAKES NEED TO BE GONE THROUGH,85% DONE, SOME ONE FINISH MY PROJECT ,OR”
Ben spotted this mostly restored GTB. The seller has included lots of images.
“Due to a injury, I need to sell a few items from my personal collection. This truck runs and drives nice, and according to the previous original owner, had 8300 original miles when I purchased it ( has 8600 now). It has a Current Calif title. Four wheel drive works, Winch works both directions.
All numbers match, including Data Plates, frame, transmission and engine, which is rare as not all GTB’s have the number stamped into the engine block. Although the data plates say “Navy”, these trucks were delivered to both the Army & Navy. This particular truck most likely went straight to the Army, as the original coat of paint is OD green, and, as far as I can tell, there were no subsequent coats of Navy gray. I painted this truck when I first got it several years ago, and gave it a fresh coat this past summer. The numbers on the hood are correct, as found under the old paint….”
View all the info and pics on eBay
UPDATE: Still Available
(10/27/2010) This looks in good shape.
“Body in nice shape/350 crate motor/power steering and breaks/lift kit. Not allot of these around.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $100,000.
The perfect holiday present ….
For comparison, I found a few for sale over at the G503 site. Here is one that was listed at $35,500 this summer. I’m not sure what it finally sold at … http://gs168.photobucket.com/groups/u168/N1JS6M1ZRV/?action=view¤t=DSC01976.jpg
Here is another one that sold for $29500 this summer.
http://web.g503.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=22&t=164441&start=0
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1942 ford amphibious jeep serial # 4717 date of delivery 12-15-42 99% original but not restored.”
This appears to be a time capsule stuck in the desert. It will need some work, but appears pretty straight (except for the bumper).
“Not very often you see one of these anymore. 1951 Willys Jeep 4WD, Has winch, rebuilt engine. Has been sitting for a while so may need some work. Includes 5-gal jerry cans on back. What a great project. $3,000 OBO. Open to trades on generator, animals or tools…no guns please. I am listing this for someone else so please text JEEP and a return phone number to nine two eight-three eight six-four zero four two and we’ll return call.”
http://showlow.craigslist.org/cto/2051403558.html
Two sellers, who are also neighbors, each own a 1948 CJ-2A that they are selling. These are about 1/2 hour away from me. No images provided.
“My Jeep has the original 4 cylinder engine, the tub is not so good, but comes with an extra tub in good shape. No fuel tank. Will run, but needs work. $1000. Call 830-9597, if interested.
Also available is my next-door neighbor’s 48 Willys jeep. It is a V-6. All parts should be there, but it needs assembling. $1500 or offer. For more information on his jeep, call 250-5001.”
This appears pretty stock.
“46 willys jeep –NEED TO SELL CALL GEORGE 909 437 6275”
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/2050171502.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $750.
This runs! It looks like a steel for the unusual M-38A1C.
“Good looking JEEP that runs great! Need to let go because of Move. Needs minor cosmetic work done to body, but a rare, nice, Jeep for collectors. Top Speed 45 MPH, bring a car hauler!”
This is listed as a 1946, but is at least partly M-38.
“1946 Willy’s Jeep in good condition and road ready. Has a 4 cyclinder overhead engine, 3 speed standard transmission with high/low range, electric winch mounted on front and brand new A/T tires. Small amount of exterior rust damage below passenger side door.
$4,500 OBO. Call Kyle @ 940-229-4679”
http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/cto/2049542284.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was Make Offer
This Jeep was used as an advertising vehicle.
“This jeep is in AMAZING condition. It was a mid 90s restoration. Besides a few minor oil leaks this Jeep is ready to go. Love box company used it as an advertisment vehicle for years. Which explains the box graphics painted on the sides. The tires are new. The motor is a flathead 4cyl. It runs and drives great. Strong 4×4. Starts up everytime and goes down the road great. No rust on the vehicle at all. This is a must see for a collector. Ive seen similar CJ2A jeeps bring 12-15k. I would like someone to make me a reasonable offer. You wont be disappointed in this one. The restoration was deffinitely done right.”
This is supposed to be all original. It might be a good find for an east coast CJ.
“1952 Willys Jeep. All original down to the 6 volt system. has been in storage for a while but does run. $2700 or trade for pontoon boat. Please call 863-860-1725”
http://lakeland.craigslist.org/cto/2050337247.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4500
(11/09/2010) This looks good and heavily modified.
“have nice willy jeep with tires new 4 cyl 5 speed set up lifted warn winch, bear seats , roll bar must see greate fun , go anywhere. may trade for pu call 520 449 0150”
http://tucson.craigslist.org/rvs/2049033959.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500
(11/16/09) Not perfect, but in good original shape.
“The jeep runs great,garage kept, very good condition for the year of the jeep. There aren’t to many Willys Jeeps out there this is a real collectors jeep for a person that has a love for Willys jeeps. Buyer responsable for taxes,title transfer,transporting jeep. 65,605 original miles on the original enguine. It is also the original enguine in the jeep.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1200.
(09/30/2010) This looks like a project vehicle.
“Call for details 503-259-9648 – Doug”
http://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/2050090838.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4500
(09/30/2010) Looks solid.
“Call for more details – 503-259-9648 – Doug”
http://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/2050063004.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500
(11/07/2010) This has some rough edges, but appears pretty stock. I can check it out if necessary.
“I have a 1952-53 M38 Willys Jeep with top for sale. It has the doors and seat frames inside the interior. I had plans on restoring this to have some fun but things have changed in my life and it has to go. I am open to reasonable offers. Eamil or call me it you have any questions”
After last night’s post, I figured readers needed something more humorous. So, during some searches today, I stumbled upon some funny definitions of tools. It turns out these definitions have landed on a number of forum sites, however not many sites attribute this clever bit of writing to the original author, Peter Egan. Thanks to Swapmeetdave for doing some research into this.
Without further ado here are a few of these …
Electric Hand Drill: Normally used for spinning steel Pop rivets in their holes until you die of old age, but it also works great for drilling rollbar mounting holes in the floor of a sports car just above the brake line that goes to the rear axle.
Mechanic’s Knife: Used to open and slice through the contents of cardboard cartons delivered to your front door; works particularly well on boxes containing convertible tops or tonneau covers.
Drill Press: A tall upright machine useful for suddenly snatching flat metal bar stock out of your hands so that it smacks you in the chest and flings your beer across the room, splattering it against the Rolling Stones poster over the bench grinder.
Hacksaw: One of a family of cutting tools built on the Ouija board principle. It transforms human energy into a crooked, unpredictable motion, and the more you attempt to influence its course, the more dismal your future becomes.
Additional ones I found here, though they could be from Peter as well …
Pry Bar: A tool used to crumple the metal surrounding that clip or
bracket you needed to remove in order to replace a 50¢ part.
Hose Cutter: A tool used to cut hoses too short.
Two-ton Engine Hoist: A tool for testing the tensile strength on
everything you forgot to disconnect.
Dammit Tool: Any handy tool that you grab and throw across the garage
while yelling “DAMMIT” at the top of your lungs.
It is also the next tool that you will need.
Earlier this year, Greg reported that a MB and trailer sold at a Mecum for $32,000. Now he has the pics to prove it. That’s dedication! 🙂
HOG spotted this setup. It might interest someone …
“This is an old army trailer we have. Currently there is an old Onan generator bolted inside the bed. I can remove the generator if you aren’t interested in buying that.
One trailer tire is flat. It may hold air when we fill it. This has the rotating pintal hitch.
Floor seems solid. The tailgate is pretty rough. I will email my phone number, if you resond to the ad. I do not have a title for this. Delivery can be made for a reasonable fee, but you must inspect and pay for the item first. Roy.”
http://frederick.craigslist.org/rvs/2043494569.html
I’m no expert on these, so I’m taking the seller’s word on the information below ….
“1965 ISRAELI CJ5 GUN JEEP. VETERAN OF THE SIX DAY WAR. COMPETE WITH 106MM RECOILESS RIFLE. LIMITED PRODUCTION. THESE CJ5S WERE PRODUCED IN THE UNITED STATES UNDER SPECIAL CONTRACT FOR THE ISRELI GOVERMENT FROM 1965 TO 1967.
TOTAL PRODUCTION IS ESTIMATED AT UNDER ONE THOUSAND PIECES WITH SOME UNITS BEING RADIO JEEPS AND THE BALANCE GUN JEEPS,EQUIPPED WITH THE 106MM RECOILESS RIFLE. ALL OF THESE JEEPS ARE VETRANS OF THE FAMOUS SIX DAY WAR AND WERE USED IN AN ANTI TANK ROLE THIS CJ5 WAS RESTORED WITH ALL ITS ORIGINAL COLORS AND MARKINGS AS IT APPEARED ON THE BATTLE FIELD COMPLETE WITH A DEMILLED (NON-FIRING) 106MM. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL. 239-707-4416.”
This does not run.
“1946 willy jeep. Selling as is does not run. No title. $600 or make offer”
Doesn’t run.
“1949 Willys Cj-3a…. Motor turns over but not running. Transmision needs to be installed. All parts included to finish. Would make an excellent winter project to take to camp next year. No title. $1500 obo Please call (906) two eight seven twelve ten.”
http://up.craigslist.org/cto/2047843980.html
Nice …
“49 Willys Jeepster in excellent condition. No rust. SBC/PG. Like new top and side curtains. Runs and drives perfectly. ASking $9000 Or trade for another car of equal or better value. Prefer cash. Email only.”
http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/2048383005.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.
The seller thinks is a’56, which would suggest it is a DJ-3A.
“Willys Jeep CJ3 I think the jeep is a 1956 model, I picked it up in a trade and have too many projects ahead of it. Dont know anything about the jeep I brought it home and put the tires and wheels on it and havent checked it out at all. It has been converted to 12 volt and has locking hubs. Includes new 12 volt wiper assembly. The hardtop looks like it can be unbolted to remove it. Body has some rust but is still solid. Would make a good hunting or mud jeep. Jeep is sold as where is. Original Drive train Removable Hardtop 12 volt system Lockout hubs Payment Policy PayPal is Accepted Deposit is required within 24 hours after the Winning Bid Shipping Policy Jeep is pick-up only. Terms & Conditions Deposit is expected within 24 hours. Pick-up to be arranged Gurantee Jeep is sold as is where is. Jeep has no warranty or guarantee.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $17,975
Lots of customizations here.
“Take advantage of this 1948 Willys Overland with over $50K in Upgrades and Rock Crawling Gear! This Willys is in Exceptional Condition and runs as good as it looks! Featuring a 350 Chevy Crate Motor with 700R Automatic Transmission, New 37” Goodyear Wranglers with Beed-Lockers, New Set of Paddle Tires Included, CD Player, 205 Transfer Case “Bullet Proof”, Dana Front and Rear End Axel and Gearing, Front Disc Brakes and Rear Power Assist, Warn Winch that will lift this Jeep, Custom Frame and Roll Cage made out of Chromolly Steel, Rear Suspension is Quadraliptic allowing Articulation above a #10 on the meter, Rear Drive Train is Custom Cut and Rolled to meet the angle needed for Crawling, Fire Extinguisher, and Much More!! FOR MORE PHOTOS AND INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT www.alreadydriven.com”
