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UPDATE: More pics available and price dropped to $900. Are those mini hood scoops on the front?
(12/31/09) This has a solid back, so it’s possible this is a WWII jeep of some kind. However, it’s pretty rough looking.
“v8. sitting for 30 years. 900.00 OBO. call joe 509-216-6627”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/1556698462.html
UPDATE: Still available
(12/10/09) Not the best pics. There’s been some updates to this.
“rebuilt 350 motor rebuilt 350 tranny t-18 transfer case was rebuilt same time as tranny new front and rear spicer drive lines runs great needs new radiator the one in it is still for a four cylinder motor great jeep lookin to trade for a toyota 4×4 preferable but will look at any nice truck 2 or 4 wheel drive the jeep also has a full roll cage for summer and bikini top call tom 559-273-9823”
http://fresno.craigslist.org/bar/1557484455.html
UPDATE: Price had dropped to $775
(06/14/09) This is being sold as a parts jeep now.
“I have a complete cj2a minus tranny and transfercase, but has a buick 350. Plus i have a second rolling frame with a buick v6 also no tranny and transfercese. I dont have tiltles for either. I want $775 for all i have. I have a chevy 4spd tranny and another buick v6 that i could throw in. $775”
Thanks to Robert for providing me a good link into the Library of Congress for these and many other pics to be displayed later.
By all accounts a life long artist, Howard Brodie has captured sports figures, war events, legal battles and more with his drawing talents. He sketched his way through several wars, from World War II in Guadacanal, the Battle of the Bulge and more, to Korea, French Indochina, and Vietnam. As best I can tell, he is still alive and, hopefully, drawing at his home in San Miguel, California. He is currently being featured by PBS as part of a series called They Drew Fire, Combat Artists of World War II.
In this sketch, American soldiers in a jeep travel down the road to Kokumbona on Guadalcanal island, past abandoned Japanese field pieces during the World War II Battle of Guadalcanal. Library of Congress.
In this sketch, soldiers are taking a “K.I.A.” down a jeep trail from Mt. Aestin Guadalcanal. Library of Congress
No price listed on the two tires. The cage and front shell seem like a good price.
“Willy’s steel shell nose and cage.$100.00 Dana 44″s 70″s Wagoneer 3.54 ratio jeep,chevy drop on frontend.$250.00 Gm 10 bolt front and 12 bolt rear stock gears.$150.00call after 4:00pm 253-228-7052”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/pts/1555867016.html
UPDATE: Still Available. No price listed.
(10/06/09) It looks like a nice jeep.
“Very nice clean jeep willys. New wheels and tires, and new dual exhaust. Open for trade on newer extended cab 4×4 trucks, or newer suv. any questions please call Casey @ 253-224-5704x”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/1555380693.html
This wagon looks in good shape.
“A nice clean willys that runs good and has alot of upgades and mods to it. chevy 350 engine with 400 auto tranny, power steering, lifted on 33s, leather front seats(heated also if you hook it up), newer paint job, a good heater that blows hot. I have some spare parts laying around also. doors, windows, handles, stuff like that.very fun to drive and gets lots of looks.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/1555099519.html
“Looking for Willys Jeep projects or parts rigs such as cj 2, cj3, cj5, cj6, cj7, willys wagons, pickups, wagoneers, jeep trucks. I am not a scrapper, just like old jeeps and hate seing them taken in as scrap iron. so if you have an old jeep that you would like to sell let me know, even if it is in pieces, or the weeds around it are taller than the vehicle I don’t care I will dig it out of where it is for you. Thanks Robert”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500
“1953 CJ3B Jeep. Ford v-8 289 Engine. Body straight, no rust. Needs to be remodeled. Last time it ran was 30 years ago. We have all the body parts and some. She was a beauty 30 years ago and is in need of someone loving her and putting her back together again.”
I’m not entirely sure what the buyer wants, but you maybe you have it?
“I am looking for a 49-62 Willys pickup with a large back window cab. I only need the sheet metal so a straight clean complete body with or without a drive train is all I am after. I will be putting the body on another frame/chassis. I would be interested in maybe buying one or several if the price is right and I can end up making one good body out of the pieces and parts. I am not looking for a mechanically restored or even mechanically functional rig–just one that can be brought back to look good without a major ordeal. If you have something that might work please call me at 406-549-5943 or email to this add.”
Looks solid from what I can see in the pic.
“1950 willys powered by ford 6 cly everything else all orginal this is a runner 12 volt come drive buy and drive it home to many toys 17 in tires 509-635-1204”
http://pullman.craigslist.org/bar/1555106139.html
I don’t follow brochure values at all and couldn’t tell you how rare, or not, these are.
“I have 3 brochures for sale. 1st is a WILLYS MOTOR INC. CJ-3B , 2nd is a WILLYS CJ-5 , 3rd is a KELLY STEEL-CAP brochure they are mint and selling for $100.00 each or $250.00 for all 3. thank you”
http://newyork.craigslist.org/jsy/cto/1554811922.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
(01/06/10) Those are some great old slot rims, with nice tires on them. There’s also a good engine and updated brakes. The glass looks good. The rust situation doesn’t appear too bad from the pics. I’d say this isn’t a bad price.
“’52 Willy’s flat fender jeep, CJ3A. 5″ Lift, 3″ springs and 2″ shackles. New 34″ x 9.5″ Super Swampers. GM 231ci V6. 11′ Front drum brake kit. This baby is a little rough and will need work to be put back on the road… but it runs, drives, and stops. Running gear is stock, 4wd works. It also comes with a top w/doors, but plastic is yellowed and may be junk?? Has been on NON-OP w/DMV for about 10yrs now. MAY be interested in a partial trade… I really want a Springfield XD 45, full, compact, and/or tactical considered.”
UPDATE: Price set at $2000 (was make offer).
This includes an overdrive.
“1951 willys jeep original drivetrain including overdrive, also have mercedes diesel for easy conversion also 1973 cj5 running gear, v8 best offer 715 250 0221, or reply by email with jeep in subject.”
http://appleton.craigslist.org/cto/1559660968.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3300
(02/12/09) This CJ-2A has a number of custom details. The engine compartment looks nicely laid out. This jeep also sports the enlarged windshield; I’m not certain if this is custom or an aftermarket product?? .
“1947 Willys jeep with Chevy 283 small block (runs great), 3 speed, NO RUST,set up for duel optima batteries, rewired the whole jeep, took all the old nuts and bolts and replaced them with new,full roll cage,costom bumpers, holds matching (new) 33×14.50 spare tire and Hi-lift jack mount, $600 Holey truck avenger, $800 clutch, Exhaust, rhino liner tub, excelent front seats with back bench seat (seat belts), Custom windsheild and doors that lock, custom Cooper top, Racho suspension (leaf springs, shocks, shackles) Dana 30 front with disc brakes and locker, Dana 44 rear,too much to remember but I have reciepts for allmost everything I’ve done to it in the last 14 years. I’ve only put around 200 miles on it since I’ve owned it which means everything is in like new condition except for paint has brush scratches, 2 ez fix dents (nothing bigger than a lemon). Dana 44 left side axle shaft is bent and needs to be replaced (not the whole axle assembly). Theres a lot more but cant remember everything. Point is.. if you like the jeep and you want something classic that is a major head turner for the family to enjoy for years to come like my family and I have enjoyed. It’s the most reliable old jeep in the world:) I used to put car seats in it and me and my girls would be off finding those hidden fishing holes and camp sites. I thought I would own this jeep for ever but I lost my good job and now I’m under paid and have to make big sacrifices. I’ve already done everything that needs to be done to an old jeep so now all you have to do is make me an offer and steal it. ”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1500
(11/22/09) No indication as to how long ago it was parked.
“1947 ran when I parked it. Needs some workcj2a I have the split window that goes with it.”
http://boise.craigslist.org/atq/1555677414.html
If you are a regular reader of the CJ-3B page, you have likely seen Roberto’s drawings and maybe saw his CJ-3B, too. At CJ-3A.com you’ll see his work at the top left. If you haven’t, I’ve add a few images of his drawings and his jeeps below for your enjoyment. You can find Roberto in a variety of places on the internet, including his own website, his blog, another blog and online store. He lives in Spain, but I think is recognized, at least by old school Willys lovers, world-wide. Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!
Here’s some pics of Roberto’s CJ-3B and I believe that’s his CJ-3A (I didn’t get any info on that)?
Here are some of Roberto’s drawings.
The first is a comic for “4×4 Story Magazine Spécial Jeep” issue 26, Mai-Juin 2009. It is a French bimonthly magazine, based on the adventures of collectors and restorers of jeeps. Original size, 21 cms. x 14,8 cms.
This is a commissioned drawing ordered cartoon for a French customer, over cardboard. The characters which appear on this are the customer, driving his Willys jeep “Follow Me”, from WW2. He´s accompanied by his wife and son. Acrylics over carboard. Dimmenssions: 42 x 29.7 cms.
This is a logo drawn for a page on jeep Willys MB/Ford GPW of World War II. Pencil and computer on paper.
Here’s a full list of links:
Quinn asked if I knew of any 3 lever boots for a tc & overdrive. I said I didn’t, so he approached his local upolster to have him build something. If you have the same problem, it’s a good solution. He also had his guy tuck the corners of a CJ-5 bikini top to fit nicely. Good ideas and thanks for sharing! You can see more pics of Quinn’s Jeep here.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
The year is probably wrong in the Ad.
“1950 willys runs great t/c rebuilt like new 31″ tires”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on ebay
Though made in 2003, it looks pretty retro.
“
JOHNNY LIGHTNING, Coca-Cola, CALENDAR GIRL SERIES, 1:64 Scale. MILITARY WILLYS JEEP, Tan Jeep with Date-Matched Coca-Cola Graphics. Featuring Diecast Metal Body & Chasis. Includes Reproduction May & June 1943 Calendar Photocard. MINT CONDITION BLISTER & CARD!
The truck looks solid. The ad includes a video.
“Still lookin for a possible trade for the willys. anything that is say pre 1970, runs and drives, and is of comparable or maybe lessor value. has to be at least equally cool though. let me know, fivepenniespress@yahoo.com doesnt hurt to ask.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/1553537062.html
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrZd-2WNaiA
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500. It’s a great ad though.
Clarence needs a good home. I’m not sure if this ad is more art exhibit or more detailed explanation of the problems, but I really liked the pics; Enough to present them in full, though there are so many, I regulated most to the main page. Enjoy.
“NUTSHELL VERSION: 1954 Willys Overland “jeep” truck, 134ci 4 cylinder engine (original), 4×4, Borg-Warner T-90 transmission (3 speed), Spicer 18 transfer case (hi, lo, neutral), 15″ wheels, Original “jeep” hubs, Runs well, Drives well.”
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Clarence is a 1953 Willys Overland “Jeep” truck.
I purchased Clarence from an older gentleman in Caldwell Idaho, who bought him from his original owner. Clarence had not been driven for over 2 years when I had bought him. He ran just enough to get him onto the car hauling trailer.
Being that Clarence is 57 years old, he has some wrinkles and hic-ups I like to call “character”. Clarence and I went for a nice drive out in the country today to find a nice spot to take some pictures. I will try to express in pictures and writing all the “character” traits that Clarence has that makes him, I believe, so wonderful.
This one is on the drivers side fender. Fortunately it did not require any welding. Also note the “4 wheel drive” emblem is on this side.
Clarence is 4 wheel drive (4×4) with the original “jeep” hubs. I have used the 4 wheel drive in the snow and in the hills and it works great! He has the original 15″ wheels (3 black and 2 white). Which have radials on them that have over %50 life left. Although throwing some sealer in them or possibly some tubes wouldn’t be a bad idea. I currently stop by Les Schwab once a month to have them top them off with air
He also has the original Borg-Warner T-90 3-speed transmission. Which is still paired up with the original Spicer 18 transfer case
The inside is not to bad, although far from perfect. The bench seat has two storage spaces underneath. The seat appears to have been re-upholstered by a “non-professional”. It has some broken springs, but no tears. I did put in seat belts so that I could take my daughters around with me.
UPDATE: Was $2800 **SOLD**
(11/04/09) “42 GPW, Ford jeep- ex military, was going to be a future project, was purchased in Colorado from the owner who had obtained it from his uncle and was ulitized on both of their farms, I had the vehicle shipped to Illinois- has clean frame ( no road salt used in state) main reason I bought the vehicle. GPW runs but has untill recently has been in inside storage, and is parked outside and needs a little work. Unit is missing original gas tank and support strap but I will donate a cj2a fuel tank to get you going.”
UPDATE: The price dropped to $2000. No engine/tranny and needs wiring. The Body has been customized to look MBish.
(11/13/09) “1948 Willy’s CJ-2A 80″ wheel base, with a custom built roll bar. Body has been customized to appear as an MB. No engine or transmission, original Dana 18 transfer case. Original front axle, Dana 44 rear. Missing front drive shaft. Needs some minor wiring on lights and gauges. Fuel tank and battery needs secured. Has 33/12.50r15 all terrain tires with good tread. No rust, just needs a little TLC. Questions, call 602-404-7899 leave message if no answer.”
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/1554651818.html
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $2200
(12/22/09) This might make a good resto project.
“Looking for a good home!! Here is a great find that needs some restoration. Southern car/ runs fine/ needs brakes. Other than the rear bumper, the body appears to be original and in very good condition. Floor does need some work. Engine is a big Chevy straight 6 and runs strong. Transmission wheel drive shifts and works smoothly. All doors and windows are tight. Steering is also very tight and smooth. Newer shocks and tires. Four wheel drive. This is NOT a rust bucket – just an antique wagon looking to be beautiful again!!! $2,200 OBO. Also have several parts that could be included.”
