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Welcome to eWillys.com, a website for vintage jeep enthusiasts. I update this website nearly every day with jeep deals, jeep history, interesting reader projects, jeep related info, and more.
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 .
Some wider shots of this modified 3B would be helpful. It appears in good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/274274164024391
“Willys cj3b(high hood)Older restoration, less than 500 miles, rebuilt 289 Ford v8, newer tires, lots of custom work, tilt wheel, ramsey winch, just rebuilt, t90 trans with high, low and 4 wheel drive, warn hubs, hydraulic emergency brake, stereo system”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/12/2020) Marty spotted this rare (only one of two according to the seller) Krisit Company KT-4G Snow Cat. It uses a CJ-5 body with a Meyer hardtop.
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/products/1964-kristi-kt-4g
“This is 1 of 2 ever produced KT-4G units
Perfect item for a snowcat collector who’s looking for a unique snowcat or a very rare Kristi cat, and Yes… this is a Jeep CJ cab on it, which makes it all that better and more rare – fitting in with your Jeep collection as well.
Running engine when parked few years ago, tracks still got life in them if one wanted to simply get it started and run it for a season or more. Some rust on floor pans, but nothing that cant be quickly fixed/repaired for upcoming seasons use, or put this machine through a proper restoration and make it a museum peace for everyone to envy.
Its very complete with all of the original parts, rest can be easily purchased at most auto-part stores.
Unit is not oversized, thus making it easy to transport and deliver”
Parts jeep.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/408957666808429
“1950 willys overland CJ3A I bought it for parts for a project and ended up changing plans. It has a Chevy 283 that was swapped in it been sitting 30+ years No title and it doesn’t run and drive ”
UPDATE: Still Available.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/409281740232846/
“1942 ford jeep in good shape. Been garaged for twenty years. Pinto 4cyl. Carb and gas tank will need cleand. Has extra parts and peices. To go with it”
UPDATE: Still Available.
This was auctioned in April. Oddly, it’s listed as a 1963.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/554468865230484/
“1963 Jeep Fc 150 tow truck all Original, Engine runs and transmission shifts.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
(08/16/2020) This may well be a 1945 2A. Someone switched out the column shift and it an incorrect dash plate.
“Early 1945 cj2a runs and drives don’t have the time to put into it good restoration project message for more info”
This is a DJ-5 with some unusual mods.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/374535473798567
“All I no is it’s a 1973 AMG Dj5 2wheel drive. But it comes with 4 wheel drive axles. Starts and drives”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
Thanks to Craig for spotting this cab.
“1961 willys jeep forward control 170 cab with clear title 31××× miles on the odometer Cab with steering column and shifter Will Not Sell Title separately!”
No year listed on this press photo that shows a slat grille MB being loaded into a Globemaster. The photo appears to have been ordered on July 2nd, 1947, but that’s likely not the date of the photo. My attempt to find the photo in a newspaper failed, but I did find a few other photos of jeeps and the Douglas C-74 Globemaster.
View all the information on eBay
“This is an original press photo. Military – Jeep – Globemaster aircraftPhoto measures 10.25 x 8inches. Photo is dated –NONE.”
In the summer of 1946, a Globemaster was loaded with 15 jeeps. A few photos of the event made the newspapers. This first one appears to have an illustrated jeep on the elevator:
CREDIT: June 22, 1946, in The Sentinel out of Carlisle, Pennsylvania
This photo shows a broader look at the lineup of jeeps.
CREDIT: June 23, 1946, in the Quad City Times out of Davenport, Iowa.
This article in the September 06, 1945, issue of the Daily News out of Los Angeles introduces the world to the new Globemaster. The bottom image shows two jeeps loaded next to one another.
This nice looking CJ-2A wasn’t restored to 100% original, but it sure looks nice and will provide owner Jane Bundy with a great vehicle for years to come. The Miller Brothers Hot Rod Barn in Wilkesboro, NC, did the work.
This undated article and photo from an unknown newspaper was posted to Facebook where Roger Martin spotted it. The “classy jeep” is driven by Lieut. Commander W. P. Tyler, USN, of Medium Seaplane Squadron Three. There were eighteen privately owned jeeps undergoing modifications. My guess is that the photo was taken post WWII given the jeeps were privately owned.
This is an odd one.
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/pts/d/panorama-city-1971-dj-jeep-on-x4-gm-ton/7227933049.html
“This is a 1971 Jeep (Postal Jeep) running on top of a 1993 Suburban 4×4 Big Block drivetrain… This is an unfinished project that I’m not going to have time to finish… The mechanicals are done and it runs and drives… Strong 454ci engine with TBI fuel injection and custom stand alone computer and engine wiring… Heavy duty 4L80E Trans… Dual exhausts… Power steering… Hydroboost brake system…
The Suburban drivetrain was from the limited edition version with the 1-Ton suspension and was low mileage… The whole thing is covered in Aluminum attached with hundreds of rivets… I have full pictures of it being built including pics the the removal/installation of the Suburban and Jeep bodies… Title is clean and registered on a non-op as a 1971 Jeep (so no smog)… This thing has had lots of hand fabrication work done to it that for the price I’m asking I will never get back!… If you’re looking for a completely unique project that is cheap and had most of the hard stuff done then my loss is your gain… There is a lot more done to it than you see in the pictures! Continue reading
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2000.
(06/09/2020) Can’t be many unused examples of these left!
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/705315323724878/
“Complete with all parts hardware windows keys and original manual. White/ no rust and never used. All aluminum – purchased from Sears Roebuck. Fits CJ-2A and Military Jeep.”
Has a rebuilt engine.
https://reno.craigslist.org/cto/d/wellington-1950-willys-jeep/7238748286.html
“1950 Willys Jeep 4×4 , 12 volt, Original motor maybe 300 miles on motor. Runs / drive really clean, tittle, $10,000.00 OBO”
UPDATE: Back up for sale.
(02/04/2020) Lots of potential here. No indication as to whether it has the top or not.
https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/d/costa-mesa-63-original-willys-surrey/7233960045.html
“’63 Willys Surrey Gala Jeep – DJ-3A – Very Rare – 1963
Runs Great – Very Low Mileage – Original Owner”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was Make Offer.
The truck is not for sale, but the camper shell is. I can’t remember what model it is.
“Camper shell for sale only, comes from my 1957 Willy’s Truck Make an offer!”
Lacks an engine. Has new tires and a used Sears Deluxe hardtop.
https://redding.craigslist.org/cto/d/redding-1953-jeep-willys-cj-3b/7240840758.html
“Registration Non Op – Pink slip in hand
Brand New Tires valued at $800
No Engine
Vehicle must be picked up by trailer because of non-op.
Local buyers only (will not play games – no cons)
I screen all calls. Text or leave voicemail.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $7500.
Lots of updates. Seller would really like to locate a Scamp Trailer as part of a deal.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/vancouver-1952-jeep-willys-scamp-trailer/7238356071.html
“Check out this Kool Jeep Willy’s. I really want to find someone that has a scamp trailer that would be interested in working through a deal that would include this jeep. There have been a lot of things done to this Jeep and you really need to come out and take a look.
All the good –
Wired in the LED brake lights as well as replaced the brake switch – functions as it should
Added the brand new gauges on the dash.
Changed the gearing in the rear to match the gearing in the front.
Brand new front Disc Brake conversion
Power Brake Booster added
Brand new engine with less than 1000 miles on it.
Turbo 400 tranny
Added the Ford Mustang seats
Brand new tires and wheels.
New Aluminum Radiator
Replaced the drive line for the drive shaft to the front end.
This thing sounds mean and is ready for some fun. Again, not really sure what cash offer we would be willing to consider, really just interested in trade with someone who has a Scamp trailer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $450.
Needs the dash replaced, but comes with an extra dash.
“Jeep willys body only
Body is in great shape no other parts or title $450”
This might be a project?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/133636564880544
“1951 Willys Truck · Truck · Driven 10,000 miles”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
“Stainless steel Willys Jeep roller no motor no trans … (from previous ad: it has a supper 14 rear end with leaf springs and 44 up front on coil over it a cj Frame that is boxed).”
This article from the December 30, 1942, issue of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram shares a press photo that has been available on eBay a couple times. Camp Hale was located just north of Leadville. It sat at 9500 felt and must have been a difficult place to train (cold + high altitude .. even the USO didn’t go there). The camp was only active until 1945.
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UPDATE Posted Feb 14, 2018: Here’s the same photo with nearly the same caption on eBay. The one shown at the bottom of the post was for sale on eBay in 2015.
“1942 Press Photo Soldiers driving jeeps through snow at Camp Hale, Colorado.
This is an original press photo. Snow jeeps—Parka-clad soldiers whip howitizer-carrying jeeps through unbroken snow at Camp Hale, high in the Colorado Rockies. The pack artillery of the Camp Hale mountain troops use the rugged little jeeps to carry dismantled sections of 75 millimeter howitzers until the going is so rough that mules have to take over (United States) (Wars) (World War II) (Camp Hale, Colorado) (Mountain troops) Photo measures 9.25 x 7 inches. Photo is dated 12-23-1942.”
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Original Post May 2, 2015: “1942 WWII Parka Clad Soldiers In Jeeps Camp Hale Colorado Press Photo”
This 1942 advertisement in the Capital Times (Madison, Wisconsin) informs readers that they need to get their gifts in the mail by November 1st if they hope to reach military personnel in time.
The ad mentions the “yellow pages”; now that’s a dated reference!
View all the information on eBay
“1960 CANADA CANADIAN CAR TRUCK AD WILLYS OVERLAND JEEP PICKUP TRUCK CAMPER. MEASURES ABOUT 6.5 X 12 INCHES.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/21/2020) Has a variety of updates.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/705909973641558/
“v8 engine .. runs good.. clean title…”
