To Top

1941 Articles, What is a Jeep?

• CATEGORIES: Features, Old News Articles This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This first column describes seven different uses for the term ‘jeep’. It appeared in the November 15, 1941, issue of the News Journal, out of Mansfield, Ohio:

1941-11-15-news-journal-mansfield-oh-what-is-a-jeep

A few days later, this blurb was part of a column called the Daily Knave, published November 18, 1941. It highlights some of the alternative uses of the term “jeep”.

1941-11-18-oakland-tribune-what-is-a-jeep

 
To Top

1962? Chicago Fire Department Parade Clown FC-170

• CATEGORIES: Features, Old Images This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This photo was floating around Facebook. It shows a Chicago Fire Department FC-170 dressed up as a clown carrier. Anyone know where the photo originated (the FB poster didn’t know). He did have a date of 12/5/1962.

fc-170-clown-jeep-chicago-parade

 
To Top

1965 FJ-6(?) Chassis Andover, OH **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: FJ This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $450.

Not sure how much value is here, but you don’t get to see an FJ chassis too often. I’m not sure if this is a FJ-6 or FJ-8.

“This is a 1965 Jeep fleet van chassis. Everything is there but the cab, wiring and the steering column (but the gear box is still there. The frame is in gorgeous shape, the motor is free but doesn’t run and the trans and front and rear ends are free. Its a automatic transmission and is 2wd. It was an old mail truck so it is set up for right handed steer. Great project machine. No title will write bill of sale”

1965-fj6-chassis-andover-oh0 1965-fj6-chassis-andover-oh1 1965-fj6-chassis-andover-oh2 1965-fj6-chassis-andover-oh3 1965-fj6-chassis-andover-oh4

 
To Top

Year? CJ-2A Santa Maria, CA $1800

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

It’s a project. Only one pic provided.

https://santamaria.craigslist.org/pts/d/casmalia-1946-willys-cj2a/7252082040.html

“This is a PROJECT CJ2A! It doesn’t have an engine or windshield, but it is solid with typical California light rust. It has clean California title on Non-Ops and what you see is what you get plus a new upper cawl panel. More pictures on request. If you email I will only respond to those that leave contact information.
Asking 1800 OBO,”

1946-cj2a-santamaria-ca

 
To Top

1970 Kaiser M35A Deuce & a Half on eBay

• CATEGORIES: Other 4x4s This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Bill shared this former volunteer Fire Department truck. It’s a slow time of year, so why not post it. I have no idea what these are worth.

View all the information on eBay

“This Kaiser was in use by a Volunteer Fire Dept. Had brake problems and removed the master cylinder. Never completed repair. The master cylinder is included. This truck has little rust and interior is almost rust free. Cab in good shape. Solid flat bad. Batteries have been removed. You are welcome to put batteries in it and come start it prior to bidding.”

11970-kaiser-jackson-ms1

1970-kaiser-jackson-ms2

1970-kaiser-jackson-ms3

1970-kaiser-jackson-ms4

 
To Top

1956 DJ-3A/CJ State College, PA Make Offer

• CATEGORIES: CJ5, DJ-3A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Looks like a 1956 DJ-3A body on a CJ-5 chassis (not how the frame is little longer than the body).

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/895304877957576

“Looking for offers. I have a Willys Jeep titled a 1956 but I’m told it’s earlier than that. This jeep runs and drives. Frame is good and body is good except for some welded patches. Also selling a 1968 fiberglass body, a 1978 CJ5 and a 1978 Bronco Custom. Trying to thin the herd for 2021. Again, looking for offers on one or all. If I recieve good offers they’ll sell… if not, I’ll have them restored”

1956-dj3a-cj-statecollege-pa3 1956-dj3a-cj-statecollege-pa4

 
To Top

1976 CJ-7 JeepRod Salamanca, NY **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: Jeep Rods This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.

(07/28/2020) If it runs and drives, it seems like a good price for something unusual. It is 2WD only.

“1976 Custom CJ7, 2 wheel drive, automatic..401 AMC ENGINE!! $6500.00 as is! NO TRADES.. TEXT ONLY!!”

1976-cj7-salamanca-ny2 1976-cj7-salamanca-ny3 1976-cj7-salamanca-ny4

 
To Top

1946 CJ-2A VEC? Mocksville, NC **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.

Everything is original? Floor is in great shape? Not much value here, but may have some early 2A parts.

“No title. Does have an original bill of sale and can write a bill of sale; bonded title is easy to get. Floor is in great shape, not a lot of rust. Numbers do match engine, transmission, and front and rear axles. Everything is original, needs minor work in order for it to be street worthy. Bring a trailer”

1946-cj2a-mocksville-nc0 1946-cj2a-mocksville-nc1
1946-cj2a-mocksville-nc3 1946-cj2a-mocksville-nc4

 
To Top

1968 M-151 Hawkinsville, GA on eBay

• CATEGORIES: M-151 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Bill shared this project or parts M-151.

View all the information on eBay

1968-m151-ga

“M151A1 (Mutt), with a delivery date of 1/1968. This Mutt is like a woman I know, she looks good at a distance, but up close she is rough. It has been cut and welded back together. There is major rust and rot on the 2 main support beams of the body where it was cut. Please look at the pictures closely and ask questions you might have before you bid. If you are proficient in welding and sheet metal repair, you might could repair the body. If not, this can be a donor Mutt for replacement parts you might need. Complete powerpack is included and the motor turns freely. Included in the auction is a battery pan ($120), a full replacement underbody repair kit ($700), (but this does not include the main beams replacement), engine gasket kit ($80) and rubber boot kit ($30). No title, but it will come with a bill of sale.”

 
To Top

David Tracy’s Seattle Trek for an FC-170

• CATEGORIES: Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: We have a video update to David Tracy’s FC-170 adventure

https://jalopnik.com/i-bought-the-worlds-most-hopeless-jeep-bringing-it-bac-1846836392

david-tracy-fc170

=====================

Originally published April 1, 2021: (no, this is not an April fools) … This Sunday, David Tracy of Jalopnik plans to buy a vehicle in Chicago, drive to Seattle, pick up an FC-170 he’s bought, get it running, then attempt to drive it home. I’m sure nothing will go wrong with this plan. You can read all about it here:

https://jalopnik.com/my-5-000-mile-road-trip-in-a-275-000-mile-fancy-toyota-1846591932

Here’s an interior look at the FC:

camano-island-fc170

 
To Top

1941 Article with Ford GP

• CATEGORIES: Bantam-FordGP-WillysMA-EarlyJPs, Features, Old Images, Old News Articles This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This photo and article featuring a Ford GP was published June 09, 1941, in the Democrat and Chronicle out of Rochester, New York. It highlighted Major Harry Miller’s jeep modification, which added a 37MM gun to the rear of the vehicle.

1941-06-09-democrate-and-chronicle-rochester-ny-bantam-brc-40-lores

======================

Originally posted February 07, 2015:  This post emphasized the Camp Lewis connection.

This June 9, 1941, article from the Spokane Daily Chronicle notes the Ford GP belongs to a Fort Lewis unit visiting California for maneuvers.

1941-06-09-spokane-daily-chronicle-fordgp

 
To Top

1949 Ad for the Universal Jeep

• CATEGORIES: Advertising & Brochures, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

What I found curious about this advertisement is that it sounds more like one from 1945 or 1946, rather than 1949. Published January 23, 1949, the ad by Fort Worth Willys-Overland seems to be trying to introduce readers to this ‘new concept’ of an automobile. However, it does so without invoking the four-in-one-vehicle concept used in the early years. Had Fort Worth Star-Telegram readers never seen or heard of a civilian jeep?

1949-01-23-fort-worth-star-telegram-jeep-ad-lores

 
To Top

1946 VEC CJ-2A Sleepy Eye, MN $20,000

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: , , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This restored CJ-2A probably had indents. It still has the column shift.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/632824984297587

“1946 Jeep Willys CJ2A Vin: 26096 Condition: Excellent Cylinders: 4 Drive: 4 Wheel Drive Fuel: Gas Title: Clean Transmission: 3 speed manual on the column Engine: 4 cylinder flathead”

1946-cj2a-sleepyeye-mn-51946-cj2a-sleepyeye-mn-7a
1946-cj2a-sleepyeye-mn-6
1946-cj2a-sleepyeye-mn-8 1946-cj2a-sleepyeye-mn-9

 
To Top

1981 CJ-5 Milan, IL $12,000

• CATEGORIES: CJ5 • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This is an unusual, sort of minimalistic, build.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2526206411010240

“Custom 1981 CJ5 Jeep 4 inch lift kit 20 inch rims rolling on 35. 13,500 miles on build. Has Chevy 4.3 L V6 mild cam 550 elderbrock carb 4 Speed manual. 12000 OBO”

1981-cj5-milan-il1 1981-cj5-milan-il2 1981-cj5-milan-il3 1981-cj5-milan-il4

 
To Top

1947 CJ-2A Sleepy Eye, MN $20,000

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This jeep went through a restoration, though it was restored entirely to stock (rhino lined and gray/silver frame).

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/307594576986552

“1947 Willys Jeep CJ2A Vin: 130636 Cylinders: 4 Drive: 4 Wheel Drive Title: Clean Engine: Flathead 4”

1947-cj2a-sleepyeye-min2 1947-cj2a-sleepyeye-min3 1947-cj2a-sleepyeye-min4

 
To Top

1967 Jeepster Commando Fire Jeep Celina, OH $29,900

• CATEGORIES: Fire/Police/Industry Vehicles, Jeepster This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: The buyer of this in June appears to have relisted this at a higher price.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/4203866812973080

“225 V6 Jeep Dauntless 2 barrel engine, 3 speed manual 4×4 transmission, emergency lights on top, water tank and hoses in back, front and bottom brush guards, new 15” white spoke wheels, Nexen mud tires size LT235/75R15 front and rear, extended rear bumper with platform, trailer hitch”

1967-jeepster-commando-fire-jeep-celina-oh2 1967-jeepster-commando-fire-jeep-celina-oh3 1967-jeepster-commando-fire-jeep-celina-oh4 1967-jeepster-commando-fire-jeep-celina-oh5

Older pics: Continue reading

 
To Top

1948 CJ-2A Mesa, AZ $4800

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Project jeep with potential. The body looks to be fiberglass.

https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/mesa-1948-willys-flat-fender-jeep/7253178047.html Or here: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/323377705456743

“Solid PROJECT Jeep
Needs work but runs and will drive onto your trailer.
289 SBF / C4
Power Steering
Needs tires, windshield, exhaust, and cooling fan.
Has the spare on it now but comes with all 4 matching aluminum wheels.
Comes with brand new aluminum radiator and tune up parts.
No Rust!
Clean Title
Located in Northeast Mesa
Cross Street : Power / Brown”

1948-cj2a-mesa-ari-5 1948-cj2a-mesa-ari-6 1948-cj2a-mesa-ari-7 1948-cj2a-mesa-ari-8 1948-cj2a-mesa-ari-9

 
To Top

1949 CJ-3A Sunbury, PA $3500

• CATEGORIES: CJ-3A • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Was listed for sale back in 2019. 

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1348201052182702

(09/01/2018) Has a fiberglass body. Includes a parts jeep.

“This is a 1949 Willys cj3a Jeep, it runs pretty good and the transmission is good, however the body is not original, it has a fiberglass body on it. It also comes with a parts Jeep which is a 1947 Willys cj2a Jeep but that one doesn’t have a title. I have a list of stuff I’ve done to it since I bought it and a video of it running if you pm me”

1949-cj3a-herndon-pa1 1949-cj3a-herndon-pa2 1949-cj3a-herndon-pa3 1949-cj3a-herndon-pa4

Older pics: Continue reading

 
To Top

1976 CJ-5 Rochester, MN $3000

• CATEGORIES: CJ5, Racing • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

I’m not sure how this build was used, but it has a variety of mods.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/253754752532245/

“Fiberglass CJ5 aluminum tub Roller set up 4 Chevy Too much to list Get in touch if interested, can then you give you more info.”

1976-cj5-rochester-mn1 1976-cj5-rochester-mn2 1976-cj5-rochester-mn3 1976-cj5-rochester-mn4

 
To Top

Shriner Jeep Patrols

• CATEGORIES: Features, Old Images, Old News Articles This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Here are a couple 1960s photos of the Shriner Mini Jeep Patrols. These jeep patrols and shiners in all kinds of mini-vehicles still ply the parade routes (This Facebook group includes modern photos and videos of them).

This first photo is from May 12, 1963, and published in the Marshall News Messenger (Marshall, Texas):

1963-05-12-marshall-news-messenger-shriner-jeep-patrol

This second photo was published in the Tyler Morning Telegraph (Tyler, Texas) on December 07, 1963:

1963-12-07-tyler-morning-telegraph-shriner-jeep-patrol

And here’s a 2007 video of them in action:

 
To Top

1950s Photos of Shriners in WWII Jeeps

• CATEGORIES: Features, Old Images This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This article shows a similarly painted WWII jeep, with a “Wrecking Crew” aboard, as the one below. The article is from the April 20, 1950, issue of the Daily Times out of Salisbury, Maryland:

1950-04-20-daily-times-salisbury-md-shirner-jeep

=========

Originally Published July 22, 2018:

“1966 Press Photo Shriners Ride in Jeep Parade 1960s Downtown Seattle Washington”

1956-05-27-shriners-seattle0

1956-05-27-shriners-seattle1

1956-05-27-shriners-seattle2

 
To Top

Alaska Highway Movie from 1943

• CATEGORIES: Features, videos This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This somewhat silly movie included numerous jeeps and other war-time transport. It looks like the Sierras were substituted for Northwestern Canada. Perhaps the funniest part of the movie begins at 21:36 as a jeep rolls up behind a guy in a parka (a scene that looks fake). For some reason, two soldiers have climbed a Matterhorn-looking spire. One guy starts to fall, so the other uses a rope with a loop to keep him from falling. Then, somehow, the guy up top then climbs down on the same rope, but how does the top of the rope connect to anything?

1943-alaska-highway-movie-poster

 
To Top

Ex-Shriner’s Parade Mini-Jeep **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: Features, Models, Other 4x4s This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on Ebay.

This Shriner’s jeep has a Willys MA look to it, though the seller presents no evidence that this was a Shriner’s jeep, it’s the right size for one.

“Up for sale Shriner parade kart, go kart. This is a extremely rare Shriner kart. The only other one that I know of is in a museum in South Dakota. I be leave this Willys Jeep is from the early 1950s. The Jeep is mostly original with the exception of newer tires, rims, upholstery, paint, carpet, and engine. The engine has never had gas or oil in it. Everything appears to be in working order.”

shiriner-mini-jeep-2

shiriner-mini-jeep-3

shiriner-mini-jeep-4

shiriner-mini-jeep-5

shiriner-mini-jeep-6

 
To Top

Woodedn Jeep Toy Coquitlam, B.C., Canada **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: Features, Models, toys This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $300.

Blaine spotted an unusual toy on Craigslist. Anyone recognize this wooden jeep? It seems to be missing the steering wheel and a windshield. It’s probably a one-off, but figured I’d check.

“Jeep from war 1940s ? – all wood – great collectible -”

jeep-toy-coquitlam-canada1 jeep-toy-coquitlam-canada2 jeep-toy-coquitlam-canada3 jeep-toy-coquitlam-canada4

 
To Top

1948 CJ-2A Solgohachia, AR $13,500

• CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This has a dual PTO with a PTO winch and an unrestored Koenig hardtop.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/993507874465618

“For sale is my dads 1948 willys. New best top and we have the original hard top that came on it as well. Front PTO winch. Still 6 volt but have swapped generator for a 6volt alternator. Also brand new fuel tank from Kaiser/Willys. Has had a lot of restoration done to it. Clean and clear Arkansas title.”

1948-cj2a-solgohachia-ar0 1948-cj2a-solgohachia-ar1 1948-cj2a-solgohachia-ar2 1948-cj2a-solgohachia-ar3 1948-cj2a-solgohachia-ar4