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1946 CJ-2A Murdock, NE $4000

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $4000

(11/16/2020) Runs and drives, but has some floor patches.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3410838365637969

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“Willys CJ2A, 134 go devil, t90 & dana 18, new fuel system including new poly tank and carb, 2.5″ rancho lift kit, NEW set (4) 32 x 9.5 super swamper tsl’s on new wheels, new set (5) 31 x 10.5 good year wranglers on new wheels, new rear drive shaft, new aluminum radiator & electric fan, new oil pressure, water temp, voltage gages. Original grill guard installed. Big boy rear fender mod, moves seat back 5″ Needs re wired (bare minimum now), i have new speed way wiring kit, just needs installed Needs front drive shaft. Runs great, brakes work, steering is good, floors and tub really good shape. Clear title. Would trade for TJ. Very good runner. Less than 60″ wide so legal for most local ATV trails. $5k, OBO.”

 
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1951 CJ-3A Ponca City, OK $3800

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(08/21/2020) This appears to have the Gov data plate on the dash. I think those are Renegade rims?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/788779355192375/

“Ex Navy vehicle 85% stock Still has a navy id plate on it.”

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No Updates Monday

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Next updates Tuesday morning.

 
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Coast Guard’s Miracle Jeep aka Invader Jeep

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The Coast Guard’s “Invader Jeep” (with photos here and photos/article/film here) was apparently also called the “Miracle Jeep”. The designer was Chief Petty Officer Charles D. Benjamin.

For starters, this short news reel clip has a reference to it in the Descriptive Log as a Miracle Jeep: https://www.historicfilms.com/tapes/14555_1773.97_1798 . Here’s a screen shot:

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The March 18, 1944, issue of the Dayton Herald refers to the Coast Guard Super jeep as a “Miracle Jeep” as well:

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The June 25, 1944, issue of the Indianapolis Star also refers to the jeep as the “Miracle Jeep”.

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1979 Spain Jeep Rally video

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Here’s another, less exciting video with more safety equipment.  I don’t understand why they are racing with the windshield in place? And, I’m glad when I raced I didn’t have so many people so close to the track.

 
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Desert Foxes Jeep Club Patch on eBay

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Currently priced at $149.99, it looks like a club jacket patch. According to the California 4-Wheel Drive Association’s history page, the Desert Foxes formed out of long reach prior to April of 1959. The club was one of the charter members of the Association.

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“Original Desert Foxes Jeep Club Member Embroidered Patch Iron-On Sew-On 7 1/2”. Condition is “Used”.”

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Willys-Overland Inscribed Lighter on eBay

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This is priced at $750. This has a late 1940s-early 1950s Willys-Overland logo along with the cursive inscription of Liz Hunnicutt. I tried to matched Liz Hunnicutt with Willys, but I didn’t have any luck with Google searches.

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“Rare Zippo Lighter Willys-Overland Automotive Advertising 1937/1950
Pat. 2032695
The Insert is a 2517191
Good Condition with Good Snap
Inscribed Willys-Overland On One Side
Inscribed Liz Hunnicutt on The Other
VERY RARE LIGHTER – ESPECIALLY INSCRIBED WITH LADY’S NAME (POSSIBLE WAR TIME)”

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1950 Sunset Fishing Line and Twine Contest Ad

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on ebay.

(07/07/2020) In May of 1950, Fishing Line and Twine sponsored a contest that is described in the Field and Stream ad below . The grand prize consisted of a Willys-Overland Station Wagon, Trailorboat, Harris Trailer, 7 1/2 h.p. Marting outward motor, My Buddy tackle box, Hodgman wader, Montague rod, Ocean City reel, set of Voo Doo Lures, and a spool of Sunset fishing line.

To win the contest, a person simply had to write down their favorite fishing ‘tall tale’ in 150 words or less and send to the Sunset Line and Twine, located in San Francisco. There were 22 weeks of weekly prizes and then the five top prizes.

“1950 Print Ad Sunset Fishing Line Willys Overland Station Wagon Contest”

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6 FC-170s Mount Airy, MD **SOLD**

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UPDATE: Still Available. Most of these sold.

Christopher shared this ad. The condition of the FCs vary.

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“Six (6) Forward Control (FC) 170 Jeeps for parts. There is a lot going on here and a lot of parts. Four (4) of the Jeeps are parts Jeeps.

1.The one in first photo has Warn automatic hubs, an old power angle Meyers snow blade, a Jayhawk dump, a Koenig winch and dual PTO unit. It has a dealer added power brake system. The master cylinder has been rebuilt with a brass sleeve by White Post Restoration. It has not run for 2 years. Some of these parts are not installed. I think I have a title for this one. Will have to hunt for it.

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4 Vintage NOS Mounted Desert Dogs Canada **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.

These are never-used 15″ x 30″ solid-letter Desert Dog tires. They come mounted on 8″x15″ white-spoke rims that appear in good shape, too.

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Valentine Welder & Mfg Co. Lightweight Jeep Prototype Photos

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Nick Oxander found and shared these photos on Facebook. It appears this lightweight prototype was manufactured by the Valentine Welder & Manufacturing Company; yet, this same vehicle has been credited in other places, such as Hemmings and on eWillys, as the KEL Kaiser extra-light jeep. Anyone have an insight into this conundrum?

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1958 Jeep Race Video from Europe (Belgium)

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UPDATE: According to Jordi, this Spanish language news film describes a jeep race in Belgium.

No helmets, no safety equipment … craziness! This video from Europe shows some gutsy folks running WWII jeeps hard through the mud. (if the video embed doesn’t work, go here).

Rodes i fang 1958 from Peter G Mozzone on Vimeo.

 
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Marx Nellybelle Jeep with Pat, Dale and Bullet w/ Box on eBay

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I don’t know what this is worth, but they have some good pics of this rarely seen Nellybelle Marx jeep and box. The eBay seller is asking $750.

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“Marx NellyBelle Willys Jeep ( car Truck) with Pat, Dale and Bullet. This listing is for a really nice condition Willys NellyBelle Metal Jeep with the Original Box. Also included is Pat Brady, Dale Evans , Bullet the Dog and one Hammer.”

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2004 “Corveep” Build

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Here’s a unique build that married a wrecked 2004 Corvette with a free 1968 Jeepster Commando. The builder calls it a “Corveep”. There’s a series of pics that document some of the challenges involved in marrying the two vehicles, including lengthening the Commando body.

http://bobpelikan.com/?p=54#more-54

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1951 CJ-3A Lincolnton, NC $17,000

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $15,000.

Mark spotted this nice 3A with a governor and a rear PTO unit.

https://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/d/lincolnton51951-willys/7244625485.html

“Restored 1951 cj3a Willys jeep new paint and tires and wheels added recently has a factory pto 3rd owner has older top jeep looks new drives great”

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1970 Jeep Wagoneer Abbeville, SC $12,500

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Mark spotted this solid (especially for South Carolina) looking Jeep Wagoneer. I’m not sure about the price (haven’t followed these prices).

https://greenville.craigslist.org/cto/d/due-west-classic-jeep-wagoneer-1970/7242936569.html

“4WD automatic 350 v8. 64,565 original mileage. 1970 was the last year that Kaiser owned Jeep. This is a true classic. Driven daily and runs great! Original upholstery in good condition. Chrome in good condition.”

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1947 CJ-2A Florence, WI $4500

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Looks like it may have had some step work.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/883387682207598

“1947 Willy Jeep, runs as should…… perfect alternative vehicle for driving on ATV trails up north. $4500 obo. This vehicle/ATV is located in Florence County Wisconsin”

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1947 CJ-2A Coeburn, VA $5500

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Looks like there is body liner on the interior and exterior of the tub.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1831045540393657

“I have a 47 willys jeep. Runs excellent. Recently put a new water pump on. Jeep has all new floors. The frame is excellent and has been coated. It’s a great vehicle and I hate to sell, but I start a new job in a few weeks. The seats are excellent as well, 4wd works”

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1946 CJ-2A Rochester, MI $1600

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Looks like this is a column shift 2A (probably 3XXXX serial number).

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2867974040139116

“1946 Willys 2a(Price dropped to $1600, the motor, trans and case are now sold) $1600. This has a Michigan title, in my name. The first pic is as got it and now disassembled. Its a project that I was going to build on, that said I have “to many projects” now so this one well be let go. The body is all there: tub, tail gate, front clip which includes front fenders, grille and hood and windshield frame. The frame and rolling chassis. The tub is very fixable. What looks solid is solid and whats looks rusty is. Replacement parts are available for these tubs from various venders and even made here in the USA. I do have seat frames, good shape. No radiator. Vin tages are the original ones, on the tub and frame and never been tampered with. Available till add deleted.”

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DJ-3A Project/Parts Darlington, MD $600

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $600.

(05/28/2020) Later model DJ-3A body.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/417261702732461

“Im selling my Jeep flat fender projects. -complete DJ3a body tub- sand blasted and epoxy primed-yes it has some bad areas in it but can be repaired. There is no filler in the tub so it is what you see. -Fenders -two hoods -tail gate -grill -CJ5 frame – very nice and solid -pair of CJ5 axles. $600 for all. Located in Darlington Md 21034”

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1946 CJ-2A Muskegon, MI $5999

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(11/03/2020) The front frame rails have been modified. The jeep will need some work.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/765288810952349/

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“1946 cj2a jeep willys tires like new .rhino lined exterior and interior..runs and drives 4 cyl. flathead engine manual trans .shift on column .very rare only made for first 6 months of production .new brake lines master..shocks exhaust alternator.all rewired.turn signals and lights..new water pump .head gasket. Radiator.basically went thru.whole thing 2 years ago .runs good but need s valve seals .smokes.and has a little drivetrain noise been like that ever since I’ve owned it.has military canvas top and doors”

 
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1948 CJ-2A Short Hills, NJ $12,500

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(1011/2020) This has a replacement body.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3443147255748261/

“1948 Jeep Willys CJ2A, civilian model. Restored and converted over 30 years ago as a military version. Top speed 40-45 MPH. Still features sidesteps, rear seat, PTO (power take offs), roll bar, full canvas top and doors, directionals and headlights. Turnkey vehicle. Fun vehicle for around town, beach, lake or farm-type property. Asking $12,500 or BO. PM me if interested.”

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1963 Article on AZ Search and Rescue Meeting Fashion Show

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The Maricopa County Jeep Posse held the 4th Annual National Jeep Search and Rescue convention in 1963. As part of the event, wives and daughters of the Maricopa County Jeep Posse planned to pose as models for a pool-side fashion show. They would model clothes from the Scottsdale Wigwam. I can’t speak for the Scottsdale outlet, but I am just old enough to remember our local Wigwam store and ‘fashionable’ isn’t a word I’d use to describe it. It was more like the precursor to the Dollar Store.

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More 1960s Meyer Snow Plow Installation/Instructions

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Below are there additional Meyer-related Installation, service and instruction documents. First is four-page Form No. I-318R for installation of Meyer Power Angling:

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Next is Form No. 1-119R9 for installation of snow plow lifts powered in several different ways:

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1945 Christmas Card w/ From Budapest, Hungary on eBay

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Neat little unscripted and signed card with a jeep and Christmas tree from Hungary.

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“Original signed old Xmas card without envelope from Budapest 1945. Good condition, (please see scan). Dimensions are (folded): 108 X 155 mm.
I will send this item Worldwide. Shipping by registered Air-Mail only (Worldwide) is 4.20 $ for 1-3 Postcards.”

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