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UPDATE: Price dropped to $2850.
(09/20/2024) It has a running f-head.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/814225164234008
“I think the photos explain it all ,the engine does run. Please come take a look if you’re interested. I will probably not answer any questions unless you come look at it.”
UPDATE: This is a very old post (which likely needs updating), but Mauri added a nice addition to it, a video of Jay Leno driving this rig.
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Originally posted April 28, 2011: The National Automobile Museum (the Harrah Collection) in Reno, Nevada, opened in 1989. Most of the collection is based on Bill Harrah’s (gaming pioneer and avid collector) automobile collection. Following Bill’s death in 1978, the Holiday Corporation bought Harrah’s Hotels/Casinos and more, including the collection. Then Holiday announced they were going to sell the cars. This ticked off Nevadans, so the governor stepped in and helped negotiate a donation of the cars by Holiday to a special non profit organization established for the purposes of a museum.
The museum was named among the top ten museums by Car Collector magazine, has been ranked as one of the best 16 car museums in the world by Autoweek, and has been selected the best Museum in Northern Nevada in Nevada Magazines’ Annual Readers Poll.
The collection appears to have only two jeeps. One is a slightly modded CJ-5; the other is a Wagoneer that was outfitted with a Ferrari engine and called a Jerrari.
Here is the Jerrari as photographed by RenoDesertFox from Flickr. Note the color of the first image is the correct color and the remaining images have had the colors tweaked by the photographer, but still show a good deal of detail.
1. Front view of the Jerrari (link to original)
2. Color has been tweaked. (link to original)
3. The Ferarri engine. (link to original)
4. Click on the image to more easily read the history. (link to original)
1. Here is the one image I have, again via RenoDesertFox, of the 1972 CJ-5 on display. (link to original)
It’s been another busy month here at eWillys HQ, though little involved jeeps. That said, I did get the race jeep cleaned up and the thermostat replaced on Sunday. I”m hoping to test the thermostat out later today, once my eyes recover from being dilated.
My eyes were dilated, because I had my cataract consultation this morning; they saw no problems doing the surgery on both eyes, so I will be proceeding forward on that! Having worn glasses since the 9th grade, I can’t tell you how excited I am to be able to have 20/20 farsightedness! My eyes are pretty wonky at this point, with many of these updates done with just one less-than-perfect eye (and the other terrible). I am positive I’m making mistakes.
On the home front, we did minor decorations for halloween (no one comes by anyone). Ann had the brilliant, simple idea, to turn our house into a ghoul. It looks best from the road:
This is how it looks closer up and less dark (a bit more hokey):.
Halloween decorations will come down soon, quickly replaced with Xmas decorations.
One afternoon a couple days ago Ann and I heard a bang. We didn’t really think anyone of it until I wandered out to shut our driveway gate, when I encountered a beat up mailbox. It look like someone used it for batting practice (a quick tour of the neighborhood reveal a couple more smashed boxes). Having some body tools around, I brought the box back to life and it looks nearly as good as it did before, just with a little more character. At someone point I’ll add a barrier to stop this from happening again.
After some tender love:
Ann finally harvested her Poblano peppers, so I spent some time roasting them, skinning and de-seeding them, before freezing them. They’ll make some yummy meals.
Apart from all that, fall chores have taken priority, such as falling leaves, shutting down irrigations systems, along with much more. I’m sure most of you can relate!
Happy Halloween everyone!
This looks like a good price for a jeep with these updates.
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/453370160626051
“1947 cj2a, 225 dauntless V6 3 speed, with overdrive. Front disc brake conversion, Saginaw steering conversion, fairly new soft top with doors, for roll cage connected to the frame. The body is all fiberglass the windshield frame is metal. The mileage is 26490 and that is after the rebuild Asking 6,000 or best offer located in Winona Minnesota. Clean title in my name.”
Shane shared this GPW for sale.
https://easttexas.craigslist.org/atq/d/tyler-1942-ford-gpw-jeep/7794852761.html
“Why spend so much money on a side-by-side when you can own a piece of history!
Teach the grandkids how to drive a standard in a WWII jeep!
Canvas top (SEE PHOTO) and many accessories included.
Jeep is in excellent condition. (No dents, No rust, No Bondo)
Available for local pickup.”
Looks like a nice build.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/826913205526589
“Nice unit. Buick v-6. Stick shift.”
I’m pretty sure I’ve seen this one up close at an FC-Roundup. If so, it’s a nice build.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/982821280277931
“16,251 Willy’s Jeep FC-150’s built between 1957 and 1965. This recent restomod is a 1957 cab and bed on a 1959 wide track frame with reproduction fiberglass rear fenders, a Dana 44 front and rear and a Dana Spicer transfer case using a Novak adapter.
Additional components include a Willy’s 4” lift, locking rear differential, manual locking hubs, and front disc brakes with a Wilwood master brake cylinder.
Bill shared these two “water/flood damaged” jeeps. I suspect this was from the recent hurricanes. Neither jeep has been assigned to a specific auction yet, so no bidding can be done.
Looks in good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/566857505738895
“1958 jeep Forward control FC170 with a 6 cylinder gas engine. Runs and drives Leaks some oil”
May be worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1021185933119135
“This classic Jeep was one of the first civilian jeeps made just after WWII. Originally aimed to put workhorses to pasture. Only made from 1949-1953. This is definitely a head turner. New tires in the last year, carburetor, hood latches, fuel tank, gas line, accelerator spring and brake work. Interior is in great condition. Tow bar included. My son put blood sweat and tears into this, but needs a daily driver. This Jeep qualifies for Hagerty classic car insurance which saves you a ton of money.”
You don’t see mighty mite’s hotrodded very often.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1565428310728552
“1960’s Mighty Mite Jeep
One Of A Kind.
Aluminum body, fiberglass hood & fenders from a Toyota Land Cruiser, 4X4 positraction front & rear, independent suspension with inboard brakes, power rack & pinion steering. 4 speed transmission with high & low range. Approximate LBS 1700 to 1800
Engine
Aluminum 215 block shaved & board out to 327 cubic inch. 300
crank. 300 heads. Needle bearing roller cam. Chaffer Aluminum fly wheel. Remote oil filter with oil cooler. Holly 850 4 barrel carburetor. Engine has not been tested has 0 miles on it.
Runs good & drives.
Built by Sam Sturges & Less Black.
Purchased in 1977 or 1978 from Jack’s 4 Wheel Drive on Stone Ave. No title can privde a bill of sale.
THIS JEEP IS STICKLEY FOR OFF ROAD USE ONLY, not a daily driver in its current state
Out of money and out time due to health issues. It’s ready for someone to take it to the next level and make it your own vision.
Sold as is, CASH ONLY NO TRADES “
This has some non-stock items.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1604108683543873
“1942 Willys MB Military 4×4 Jeep 134 Cubic Inch 4 Cylinder Engine NOM Three-Speed Manual Transmission Two-Speed Manual Transfer Case Olive Drab Green Canvas Seats Show Great Military Accessories Including Tools & Jerry Can Military wheels wear older off-road tires, and a matching spare is mounted at the rear Steel Body New Fuel Tank New Fuel Pump New Carburetor 6 Volt System No Glove Box ID Tags We Lot Tested & Drove Good May Need Final Tinkering Before Heavy Road Use Driverside Glass Is Cracked Clean NJ Title ( Titled As A 1942 Willys Jeep )”
It’s still a project.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/901354624863730
“I’ve finally decided I have too many projects, and sadly this rare Jeep FC170 DRW flatbed needs to go to someone who’ll take care of her. I bought it about 2 years ago from Peter Norton on the Jeep FC owners group, hoping to restore it. Alas I just need to thin the herd. It does crank and roughly idle, haven’t driven it yet. Brakes are not functional and it will need to be trailered. Comes with extra doors, transfer case, gearbox, steering column, and beautiful leather upholstered seats. Other misc parts. Has both dual rear wheels. Message me for more details.”
This has the correct plates to be a 1945, but I’m not seeing any other early parts in these pics.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1353926419324001
“First year of 2a jeep in good running and driving condition. Obviously, not original seats but these are comfortable.”
The half cab looks reasonable. The body less so. Maybe someone can use?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1826956288108566/
“Body from a CJ2a. Comes with tin half cab. Willing to sell separately. Most of the body is in pretty good condition except the front floor. It will need replaced. The cab is a little bent up but totally fixable. The windshield frame is broken from the cowl mount, but is reparable. Noting super pretty here but with some work it will definitely be good enough for a driver.”
Christopher has this engine he wants to sell. I’m sure someone can use it. You can email him at CAM @ framinghamma.gov with any questions (remove spaces from around the @).
“I am selling a 63 Tornado engine that I have been storing for last 7 years. It was running when pulled. The seller who sold me a truck I am rebuilding told me it only had 27000 miles on it. “
This might be an APU jeep, based on the hood. Need more pics to verify.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1070806261265935
“1945 Willys $5,000 OBO Don’t know if the engine runs transmission has lots of rust.”
Needs some TLC.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/970861758398996
“1974 jeep cj6. The Jeep needs some TLC but is in fair structural and mechanical shape. 304 AMC v8 with a 3 speed manual. No trades please”
I’m not sure how many trucks are here (2 or 3), but at least one has a rear PTO gearbox, so there may be other pto parts there as well. Thanks to Andy for sharing it.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1082375319956608
“For parts or restoration.one has no engine.”
It’s got some updates.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/749998247311718
“1948 Willy’s Jeep CJ2A, 4×4 from the Southern Calif. desert area, 4 cyl. 3 spd, runs and drives great, front axle Warn hubs, turn signals, xlnt tires, good upholstery, new battery, a no-cancer body, roll bar, w/title, $8,950”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/03/2024) Looks solid.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1567360987521378
“Clean title total restoration. Garage kept original rims available 134 l engine t90 3 speed Runs great”
UPDATE: price dropped to $2000. This has been for sale for over a year.
Looks like a good price.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/657698509569008/
“Cj 3-b tub new , in primer”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/24/2024) Raymond is selling these never-used fenders. Text 937 789 7021 for more information.
“Pair of rear metal fenders for a Willys pick up truck. Light surface rust, great condition, no dents, see photos. $900 for the pair. My Grandpa bought them for his 1963 Willys pickup and never used them— they stayed in his barn after he traded the truck in.
Prefer pick up, cash only. Dayton, Ohio area.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This has a Sears-style half cab along with a custom rear cargo cover.
“This is a rare and unique collectible item from the transportation category. The 1942 Jeep Willys With Ford Script is a perfect addition to any automobilia collection or military enthusiast . The item showcases a classic design and is a great representation of the time period. It’s a must-have for any Jeep enthusiast or collector. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of history and fixer upper project.
Photos show the condition of this vehicle. Last time we started it was 3 years ago. Only 8000 were manufactured.
Certificate of vehicle inspection dated 1968 included, county treasurer receipts from 1954 included from Pinedale, Wyoming, and the receipt for payment or sales tax from 1954 included, and the 1963 state of Wyoming vehicle registration included.”
Leave is to David Tracy to try and get a CJ-3B running in anticipation of his wedding. He must have a patient bride! Thanks to Bill for sharing this story.
