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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 .
This has been lovingly ‘restored’; however it is missing the front running lights.
“1948 Willys Jeep. Absolutely beautiful Jeep, Refurbished and ready to drive away. Lovingly restored, and a real eye catcher. Must See it to appreciate it!! Take a look at the photos and give a call to come see…..”
http://ventura.craigslist.org/cto/1448600120.html
I”m not sure what exactly needs to be done, but the price seems a little high for a project.
“PROJECT JEEP !!!!! 5 NEW PRO COMP MUDDERS 33/12.5/15 TIRES, 5 NEW STEEL BLACK WHEELS, 4 NEW RANCHO 5000 SHOCKS, NEW RANCHO SPRINGS AND SHACKLES, NEW BEST TOP SOFT TOP (still in box), SM465 TRANNY MATCHED TO A DANA 20 TRANFER CASE (both rebuilt), NEEDS MORE WORK JUST DON’T HAVE TIME OR THE DESIRE TO DO ANYMORE, ASKING $4250.00 OR BEST OFFER, TITLE IN HAND.”
http://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/1448321272.html
Here’s someone looking for Jeepster parts.
“Looking for parts for my 49 Willys Jeepster. front grille from a 48 to 49 wagon will fit as will the hood. But also need the jeepster chrome strip down the hood and the chrome T that goes on that year of the grill. 50 -51 will not work and are totally different. Also looking for interior parts and gauge cluster which is the square one. And looking for the side steps that go on the rear fenders. Would like the correct seats both front and back. And steering wheel center for black steering wheel.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500
The pictures are a bit far away to tell much. It looks pretty good.
“New Upolstery, Ready for Hunting. All original convert to 12 volt.
Gordon wrote me today and offered to provide readers with some more pics. This looks like a very nice FC.
Gordon writes, I found the truck in Oregon (Forest Service Truck). Have a huge book of all records during its life in the woods. Brought it back to the East Coast, Took the bed off, Converted Transmission to a Automatic 400 turbo tranni from a full sized Blazer.Put a 350 in it.Boston Acoustics Sponsored it with a custom music system for Extreme sports events. Yakama Rack Co sponsored it as well.We used it for One winter until we parked it for 6 years.New sets, 3 Point Harness. Super Fun, She did 70mph on the Highway pulling a house!I have a clear title.Around 15K into the truck, Looking to get half the money back or a trade worth around $7K. Trade for a small jeep cj 2 or 3 Or a waterski boat either or worth around 7K.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
It appears in good shape.
“1964 CJ3B Jeep. 4 cylinder Cleveland engine. New brakes. Eng runs well. Rear main leaks oil. Fun project ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
This looks in good shape.
“1944 militry jeep willys.3.1 v/6 odd fire.custom radiator,rollbar. all the rest is original.licenced and ready to go hunting,fishing or just out for some good old fashion fun.Comes with tow bar and hooks up easlly.Has reciepts for rebuilt trans with new custom clutch and rebuilt rear end.Climbs like a goot and pulls like a train”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
The motor needs work, but the price still looks decent.
“1948 willy’s race jeep has a1966-77 bronco frame, motor, tranny, and running gear, 400hp 289-302, motor needs work, full cage, 5 point harness,tilt fiber glass hood and fenders, $2000 firm call (509)697-8209 ask for Tom or will trade for equal value quad. also has a12 gal fuel cell.”
It’s a good price for a cage. That front seat part looks pretty far forward though.
“I have for sale a custom built full roll cage for a Willys Jeep. This will fit the CJ2A, CJ3A, or M38. It incorporates the seat mounts for optimum safety as well. This is a very nice cage for a fraction of what it costs to build. Please call with any questions. (801) 403-8511, and ask for Kurt.”
http://saltlakecity.craigslist.org/pts/1447285995.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4200
Last posted 02/04/09
“Nice original condition 1948 Jeep Willys. Original VIN Plate on firewall, Good title. Garage kept. Good condition. Original 4 cylinder “Go Devil” engine. Original drive line with good engine, transmission, T-case. etc… Nice Blue paint approx 10 years old. Original 6 volt system. No rust. Very good body. New windshield frame, seat frames and Beechcraft seat cushions w/ rear seat. NDT tires on 16″ wheels. Includes tow bar and rear tow hitch. I bought it 3 years ago as a project and but have not found time for it. Needs minor work to complete. Parts included but not installed include new windshield cowl, glass, insall kit; new seats, cushions, seat belts. Great father/ son project.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
(10/11/09) This is looks ready for the trails.
“1951 WILLYS JEEP CJ-3 FOR SALE WITH TOP AND DOORS AND WINCH RUNS AND DRIVES GREAT CALL ME”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
(08/26/09) This package would be interesting to examine. It includes an overdrive.
“Project, I started a frame of restoration/build up, over $7,000 invested. Just a few mods like munci 4 sps. trans with warn overdrive, 11″ new brakes, new Rancho 2″ springs and custom shackles, new fiberglass body ( minus hood ).. and many more ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
(07/03/09) It looks pretty good.
“1949 Model- CJ-3A. 2 door, New body & paint (yellow), mechanically sound.Comp restore, new trans, new fuel pump. Vehicle located in Lyons, NE.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2400
“Parade special, 1952 willys wagon, current registration, recent upholstery, new paint, tires, stock running gear, locking front hubs, all in good running condition. ( 2400- O B O )”
No updates tonight. Enjoy Halloween and set your clocks back!
I love the comment by the seller of this frankenstinien vehicle: “unique cab style”.
“1948 Willys Jeep CJ2 in non running condition. Could restore or make a parts Jeep. Odometer shows 26626 miles, true milage unknown by me. I purchased as a project and never did get to it. Body and frame seem decent, the floor of the rear area is rusted through as seen in picture. Unique cab style. Has 540 PTO on rear. I do have the seat frame for it but not upholstered. Will have to be hauled or trailored. I live near Dixon IL 61021. Can either use PayPal or pay cash when picked up.”
Snow Plow wanted:
“I am looking or a good snow plow to mount onto a 1956 willys jeep.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
The seller needs to sell ASAP. Make Offer.
“1947 willys cj2a flat finder, restored, in very nice shape no rust paint is good, almost new top with soft doors, all stock and original running gear with hurricane 4 cylinder, manual trans with stock t-case runs and drives awsome, good tires spare gas cans, good best top seats and back seat, original dash with steering column, 3500obo make me a offer need to sell asap.”
It looks like there’s been some changes to the floor boards — probably rusted out and were replaced.
“We are selling our 1950 CJ-3A. We have used this Jeep to explore many trails in Oklahoma and Arkansas. The Jeep is nearly origional with only bolt on accessories and could easily be restored to origional condition if desired. The body is in very good shape with only a little panel straightening needed. I haven’t found any rust on the Jeep except for the hat channels which have been strengthened, but would require new for restoration. This CJ is very solid….”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500
Here’s another unique Cammo special.
“1947 Willy Jeep CJ-2A 4×4 – Original engine – Runs great, street legal, excellent for hunting. Great for parades or as a collectors item. Oversize tires. Camo colored. Price $3500 or best offer. Located in Duncan, Oklahoma.”
(05/28/09) It’s got some rust issues …
“I listed this earlier in the summer, but have gone down significantly in price as I don’t want to see it sit outside through the long winter and I have no garage to store her in. Has a crack in the windshield. Needs new clutch, spark plugs and fresh gas. The frame is solid but rusty. Hard arctic top and doors. No papers. Would make a great project for the garage this winter and have ready to go out mudding in the spring. Serious inquiries only and if you set up a time to come out, please follow through! Located in Sandy Creek. May be able to arrange delivery for half price of local towing company. They want $150 to go to Syracuse, I will charge half whatever they quote for your specific location. You must come and look and pay cash first before any delivery will be arranged. $300 Firm on the jeep. Email or call Jim 783-1464.”
http://syracuse.en.craigslist.org/cto/1443053554.html
Bill, who runs this great Bantam Website, forwarded me a link to the below video which reveals the results of a four year Bantam Reconnaissance Car Pilot recreation completed by Duncan Rolls.
From the YouTube website, Watch a perfectly authentic re-creation of the original Bantam Reconnaissance Car Pilot (the world’s first jeep) go on-road and off in a demonstration by builder Duncan Rolls. The Pilot Re-creation required over 3500 hours of work to build. The drive components are original Bantam and Continental parts, as are the gauge cluster and other parts (a total of 60 per cent of the vehicle). Duncan made the chassis and body completely by hand. The only original sheet metal was a stock Bantam cowl, but even that had to be widened by six inches, just like the original was. The original Pilot, delivered to the Army at Camp Holabird, MD on September 23, 1940, was lost to history after successful testing.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
The dashboard is unusual.
“1948 Willys Custom Jeep with a Ford 302 V-8 Engine, 4-Speed Manual Transmission and lots of other extras that makes for a perfect hunting/farming/ranching vehicle. This jeep has had a lot of alterations but runs and drives good. The body is straight and the drive train seems to be tight. The engine has limited blow-by but does show some exhaust smoke. Some reconditioning may be needed but it should provide you with a lot of great service.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This comes with the weight kit on the front.
“1947 Jeep Willys C-J2A, original 4 cylinder flathead. 3-speed transmission. New brakes, shocks, and exhaust. Weight Kit on front, and 3point hitch. PTO $6500 OBO”
TABLE OF CONTENTS: There’s 4 sections to this post:
1. MY CAGE:
Here’s the cage in the jeep. Yeah, I’m happy about this. It’s a little chromier color than I wanted, but I suspect I’ll be covering it with wrap soon. I already hit my head once, lol …
And here’s a video:
2. MY THOUGHTS ON BUILDING THE CAGE
And an overview of my experience:
This post reflects my experience researching and building my roll cage. My goal with this post is to eliminate the need for others to spend the hours and hours I spent researching weighing options and deciding upon a cage. Note that while I have had a couple cages and my dad built two cages (back in the 70s), this was the first cage I designed, bent and built myself.
CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO READ MUCH MORE ….