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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 .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
(08/14/2020) Locals only. Seller doesn’t want to ship.This may have a Bobcat fiberglass hood, the rarer tear-drop version.
“Up for sale is my 1942 Willy’s MB, I’ve taken it as far as I can with my budget but it still needs some mechanical and cosmetic work. Entirely stock drivetrain. Really great potential and comes with lots of parts. $7,500 Local sale only – I’m not interested in shipping”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Jason’s got this DJ-5 for sale.
“Up for sale is my 1983 AM General DJ-5L right hand drive postal mail Jeep. Two wheel drive, runs and drives, Pontiac iron duke 2.5 4-cylinder oddly mated to a Chrysler automatic transmission. Matching set of 4 tires with full tread, and new exhaust. Brakes work, but the brake light is on. Rusty, patches over patches, the back of the frame was rusted out and welded back up with a 2″ hitch added.
I’m not sure if the 59,000 miles is original or if it has hundreds of thousands more. The only gauge that works is the ammeter, but the lights, windshield wipers, and heat work. Starter sometimes grinds when you start it. Back when I was selling on Ebay full-time I was going to use it to go to neighborhood rummage sales, but I’m not sure it’s road worthy.
Might make a better field car or trailer spotter, golf cart or cheap UTV, or use for parts, or some other off road use. Asking $1,500 or best offer, hard to know what to ask. Title comes with a signed MV2300 , if I’m understanding it right I shouldn’t have to put it in my name to sell it to someone else, but I can if necessary. I would just prefer not to give the DMV $164.50 for doing next to nothing. Also, I have a spare engine available with only 48,000 miles on it”
UPDATE: Still available.
Has some mods.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/677537593144593/
“1951 Jeep Willy’s up for sale or open to trades as long as it’s worth my Jeep. Send me your trades all I can say is no . I like older Ford trucks. I won’t mind having a little Ford car but open to other vehicles . So let’s see what happens.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,999.
(06/02/2020) Looks solid.
“Listing for my dad. I can take texts as try to answer questions. Jeep is located in Lehi:
1947 Willyz CJ2A Flat fender, amazing Jeep that has been completely restored, engine has been recently rebuilt, transmission, transfer case rebuilt. I have gone through the axles and brakes and replaced anything that needed replaced. When bought I rhino lined the whole tub and painted the exterior with a textured paint. There is a top that’s on the Jeep in the pictures and then another that has doors and encloses the entire Jeep. It has a heater that makes it nice and toast inside during the winter and on the deer hunt. Any other questions that arise please don’t hesitate to ask. Not going to give this away considering I have way more money into it then I’m asking. Price is OBO but please no nonsense.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/10/2020) The jeep doesn’t run. May have a Porter & Reed Hardtop. It also has some kind of carrier(?) above the top.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1394921424024516/
“1947 Willy’s Jeep. I have owned this Jeep for numerous years and have too many projects to complete. The jeep has original equipment and it currently does not run. I have a second engine that works well with a transmission and transfer case that goes with the jeep. There is a new fuel system installed, as well as a new gas tank with a professionally rebuilt carburetor. I have receipts for many of the parts. It is currently licensed and titled. Mileage unknown”
Joe Drew outfitted a series of wagon modifications that are highlighted in this brochure. I tried to learn more about Joe Drew, but didn’t have any luck. This is form number: 4x463SW-M2-50M-8-48. It is a tri-fold brochure that also folds out to create a single large image.
This is the page when the tri-fold portion is fully opened.
This is the full center page:
This is the back side when the brochure is fully opened:
This photo, marked as photo #3, shows prototype CJ-2 X59 at New Hudson. The caption discuses the Ginsu-like qualities of the jeep on the farm: It can mow, disk, rake, trash and probably slice and dice with the right attachments.
I’m sure the driver is explaining, “The mud didn’t look that deep!”
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“1944 Press Photo World War II US troops push an Army Jeep out of mud in Italy This is an original press photo. World War II – Italy. These American soldiers on the Italian front try to free a jeep that has bogged down in the mud. Photo measures 8.75 x 7.25 inches. Photo is dated 1-9-1944. ”
UPDATE: Here’s Joel’s pic of the underside showing it has a 2A-like bell crank setup rather than an MB setup:
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Original Post: Joel shared this 1943 MB being online-auctioned as part of the M-20 Surplus Military store closure in Michigan. He notes that this MB has a CJ-2A frame. The auction lasts through October 23.
https://sherwoodauctionservicellc.hibid.com/catalog/238292/m-20-military-surplus-online-auction/
“This 1943 Army Willys MB Jeep is a real WWII Jeep. It’s an original! Fun to own a piece of American History! Does turn over, needs TLC Was running when put in the building!”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $12,500.
Dan spotted this FC.
“1962? Willys Jeep FC-170…has a Chevy 350 motor. Call Jerry at 307_266_1077 between 8am-5pm.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/27/2020) This looks good and solid, but it does have some diamond plate on the dash.
https://madison.craigslist.org/cto/d/princeton-willys-1948-cj2/7191329601.html
“1948 Willys cj2 rebuilt engine brand new too much to list.
serious buyers call for questions more pictures available.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/26/2020) Not currently running.
https://duluth.craigslist.org/pts/d/duluth-1946-willys-jeep-cj2a/7207167088.html
“Pretty good shape not all rusted out, never tried running, only had a short while, has title $2900”
Mike shared this vintage 1958 video from Brazil.
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This is the final press release from the July 1945 press release kit. Customers could rest assured, according to the release, that the new peace jeep would “embody many comfort facilities” compared to the war-time jeep.
This photo, marked as photo #2, shows a prototype CJ-2 at New Hudson. The jeep has a crated pig in the cargo area. The caption discuses the 4-in-1 nature of the jeep and lists different ways the jeep was expected to be utilized.
This is a photo I hadn’t seen. This photo was taken just before the battle at Chosin Reservoir.
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“KOREA WAR JEEPS TROOPS US MARINES BATTALION 1950 PRESS ORIGINAL PHOTO 290, 9 X 7 INCHES”
The starting price on this matchbook is $49.99. Note the illustrative details of the jeep, including bows+holders and a rear pto.
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“Jeep Willys Matchbook Indianapolis Indiana Vintage Rare Dealership 40’s?. Condition is “Used”. Shipped with USPS First Class. This is old and used. The colors and advertising are beautiful! No matches. What you see is what you get.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5900.
I believe this is some kind of replacement tub. It also has the advance adapter windshield latches.
“1948 Willys Jeep with 1953 body runs and drives and stops, I have top bows and rear tire carrier. Stock engine and drive train”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,500.
Looks in good shape.
“1949 Willys Jeepster
Another car from my parents collection. They purchased it over 15 years ago from Idaho. Someone did a great job with the later model change over V8 and Auto Transmission, 400 Pontiac Engine. Looks like console and some interior also came from a Pontiac Firebird.
2 wheel drive. We did a minor freshen up restoration including cleaning fuel lines, new brake lines, new battery and new distributor.
No Rust! Convertible Top and Interior are very clean and well taken care of. Starts, Runs and Drives Great.
Really fun convertible car. Prices right. No DISAPPOINTMENTS!”
Appears worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/390565372332264/
“1960 jeep willys cj5 4 cylinder hurricane engine new battery, starter,battery cables,fuel pump,fuel tank,fuel sending unit,spark plug,distributor cap and rotor,wires,new smitty built seats,master cylinder,wheel cylinders,turn signal switch,carb rebuilt,water pump and belt 12volt system new oil filter housing and lines runs great needs tires and brake shoes replaced”
This is listed as a 1942 CJ2b; a rare model indeed. Humor (or lack thereof) aside, could be a solid jeep, though the peeling paint on the hood may have some filler in it (I can’t quite tell).
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/d/phoenix-42-willys-jeep/7206967754.html
“42 Willys Jeep Flathead 4 cylinder 3 speed runs good 12-volt comes with rear seat /roll bar /Bimini top and service book”
Looks in great shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/384182262960422/
“CJ2A cab in excellent condition. $500 obo.”
Runs and drives. Powered by Ford.
https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/d/saint-george-1950-willys-jeepster/7205133897.html
“This very rare 1950 Willys Jeepster is one of only 5,845 cars built this year. A total of 19,132 Jeepsters were ever made in the years 1948, 1949, and 1950. Compare that to the one year numbers of the 1965 Mustang at 559,451 cars, and you can see just how rare they are. This one is a real Unicorn, because it has zero cancer anywhere I have looked. The areas where they typically rust are just beautiful. The power is from a more modern Ford; it is a 2.3 Liter overhead cam engine that runs very well, and has considerably more horsepower than the original Flathead 4, plus it has Electronic Ignition and a new 60 amp Alternator. The transmission is a freshly rebuilt C-4 3 speed automatic. The original fuel and amp gauge work great as do the aftermarket Oil, Water, and Amp Gauges. The top is in decent condition; just needs a window sewn in. No side curtains, but they are easy to come by. To be a 35K show car it will need new paint and some work done to it, but you can drive it home as it is! This is a real bargain at 8500.”
UPDATE: Pics now provided.
https://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/d/elbert-willys-jeep/7204579395.html
“Willys Jeep for sale – all offers considered
1948
Serial #CJ2A 193723
CJ2A Body 184343
Willys Overland Motors Inc
Toledo, Ohio US
The motor is still in the vehicle.
It was parked in a car yard below our residence, under pine trees, years and years ago. I guess out of sight out of mind is true-to-form in this case.
Please call and I’ll text photos to your phone.
I’ll keep searching for the title. Mom is 101 and she tells me she still has it. Its just up to me to find it at her home. ***Sorry, I am unable to find a title at this time.***)”
