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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 .
UPDATE: Price dropped to $6500.
(02/29/2020) Runs and drives.
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/defiance-1951-willys-m38-jeep/7193626407.html
“1951 Willys Jeep, Runs like a top, Converted to 12V, Electric fuel pump, Tires like new.”
This interesting build may have damage and bondo on the passenger rear quarter panel (see last pic). No description provided.
https://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/atq/d/miami-jeep-willies-1952/7196996426.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** “Was $1000.
Not sure how much value is here, but seems to have a variety of original (rusty) parts.
“M38 military jeep for parts.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/16/2020) I don’t recognize the half top.
https://rockford.craigslist.org/pts/d/garden-prairie-jeep-1948-willys-cj2a/7190343879.html
“1948 Willy’s cj2a
rebuilt flat head 4 cyl
3 speed manual trans.
Correct 12 volt conversion.
All lights, signals, guages work.
4×4 works.
Runs and drives good.
58 mph top speed. 538 gears from factory.
Newer clutch, brakes, tires.
Rare heater.
Aftermarket Hardtop and doors(with windows)
NOT a SHOW CAR. However it is a fun reliable toy from 1948…”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/04/2020) No pics provided.
https://greenbay.craigslist.org/atq/d/shawano-1947-willys-cj2a/7188752980.html
“Willys Cj2a. New wire harness, gauges, seats and the list goes on. Have receipts. Runs great. Stops as it should. Fun to drive. Lots of waves from passer bys. $11,000. Will trade for ice castle, car, truck, side by side, boat, jet ski. Let me know what you have. No motorcycle”
This press release was part of a package of press releases and photos from eBay. It’s appears to be a press kit of some kind. There are four press releases total, each varying in size. This 14-page version A is the largest.
What is “pulling stone boat”? Apparently, the post-war jeep could do that better than the war-jeep (page A-6).
This first CJ-3B focused ad was published in the April 09, 1953, issue of the Barre Daily Times out of Barre, Vermont. It demonstrated how the Universal ‘Jeep’ “Pays its way Fast!”. It was paid for by Vermont-Willys, INC.
April 09, 1953, in the Barre Daily Times out of Barre, Vermont.
This next ad appeared two weeks later in the April 21, 1953, issue of the Sentinel out of Carlisle, Pennsylvania. It was sponsored by the William Peiper Garage.
Maury shared this recent article from Motor Trend o the history of the jeep. The author does a pretty good job with it.
https://www.motortrend.com/news/1944-willys-mb-jeep-review-americas-real-sports-car/amp/
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9950.
(09/04/2020) Looks like a fun ride.
“1949 Jeepster 2dr Cabriolet, very good condition, 302 V8, C4 Trans, Mustang II front suspension, Rack & Pinion Pwr Strg. Newer tires, Good brakes, Runs Great lots of power. Full top and Lexan side curtains keeps it dry in the rain. Good wipers and Heater.”
UPDATE Still Available under new link.
This was a drag jeep that’s been made street legal. I’m not sure why it is listed as a 1962.
“For sale is a very nice and fun to drive 1962 Willys Panel Wagon. spent most of its life as a drag car on the Coles County Dragstrip before being returned to the street. Very strait body, no rust or dents. Very reliable, I have driven it to the NSRA Nationals event in Louisville KY the last 2 years. No problem running 70+ mph down the interstate. It has a .030 over 350 crate motor, 400 turbo tranny, 9″ ford rearend, power steering. Always gets a lot of attention and you wont see another one like it at the car show. Trades considered”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $10,000
(09/09/2017) Has a drivetrain update.
“51 willys with V-6 and auto transmission. Power steering. Great little jeep. Canvas top also. Tandem trailer can also be purchased.”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $14,000.
Tom shared this early Slat MB.
“1941 Willys MB Army Jeep / Runs Good / No Rust / Rare Early ’41 with the Slat Grille”
Seller took this as part of a trade.
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/cto/d/la-crosse-1948-willys-jeepster/7191824523.html
“1948 jeepster, in good condition, took in on trade but thinking of selling, just don’t have much time, frame totally under coated, mustang 2 font end with disc brakes, ford 9″ rear with possi, chevy 350 with a blower, turbo 350 transmission. It’s a very cool old car, still needs some finishing, stock seats have new covers, needs a new top, door panels and some finishing, paint has some scuffs but I like that look, possible trades for same value, family boat plus cash or part classic car trade considered 14,500obo”
I don’t recognize this hardtop, but there’s quite a few rivets for a non-production top.
https://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/pts/d/dearborn-heights-willys-jeep-steel-top/7192597944.html
“Original steel top & doors. MB, M38, CJ2 & 3, maybe others. From a CJ3.”
Might be a good price for the right person.
https://huntsville.craigslist.org/pts/d/huntsville-jeep-willys-pto-winch/7192675761.html
“Willys PTO winch off a 1968 cj. Just removed ,have all parts and bolts. Bolts to rear of t90 jeep transmission.located in huntsville Al. 800.00 you arrange shipping or pick up”
Unclear how much value is here.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/pts/d/wilkeson-1946-cj-willys/7203139276.html
“ALL stock moter turns over sweet little jeep. Does not run. No title. Lady died 25 yrs ago. Ran 6 yrs ago. No hurry to sell. Obo”
Lots of parts.
https://kalamazoo.craigslist.org/pts/d/grand-junction-ww2-jeep-ford-gpw-repro/7193950326.html
“For sale is a parts lot I acquired recently
-Rolling chassis with repro Ford GPW Frame and Tub, no thru rust that I have found.
-What I believe to be an original Hood, Grill, Windscreen, fenders, and axles
-Pre war (1940) L134 in need of rebuild
-Post war L134 in need of rebuild
-T-84 and Dana/Spicer 18 T-case
-Post war radiator
-Lots of driveline, engine related and misc parts, unsure what is military and what is civilian/postwar”
I am guessing that this is a 2A with a rebuilt body. The body looks re-skinned in parts and rebuilt in others and patched in still others.
https://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/for/d/howell-1940s-willys-jeep/7201151936.html
“world war 2 jeep has Buick jeep motor v6 bought about 10 years ago lost interest. Does not run Now. Motors free. will need to be trailered. Other new parts to go with it”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/03/2020) Floors appear patched. Appears mostly stock.
https://kalamazoo.craigslist.org/snw/d/kalamazoo-jeep-willys-cj2a/7200076486.html
“1949 Willy’s CJ, great little jeep, don’t use it as much as I planned, runs good, needs the valve cover gasket replaced. Was restored a few years ago. Pretty clean body. No trades.”
Historically accurate? There are too many inaccuracies for that to be a valid statement.
https://columbiamo.craigslist.org/cto/d/fayette-historical-cj5-willys-jeep/7188565610.html
“NOTICE: I have reduced the price of this Historically accurate Show Jeep by over $500–Come and check it out!
This is a really nice 1960 civilian version (CJ5) Willys Jeep which is almost identical in every respect to the actual Historical Army (M38A1) Jeep. I have shown this vehicle at car shows and used it to pull floats in Veteran’s Day parades. It is exceptionally clean and starts and runs good. As a historical vehicle I do not need to have it inspected and it only costs me $35 per year for insurance.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1900.
(09/16/2020) It’s a project
“Complete CJ2A restoration project stalled. The entire jeep is disassembled down to the frame. Frame repairs are done and ready for frame to be primed and painted. Nothing else had been done in the way of restoration. Included are front axle, rear axle, springs transmission, transfer case, drive shafts, clutch, flywheel, pressure plate, motor, head, carburetor, fuel pump, air cleaner and cross over tubes. Radiator, gauges, seat frames, tub, windshield frame, hood, grill, lights, tailgate, and anything else on the shortage shelves. The tub is very repairable with some patch work. I have the paper work to get and Iowa title but currently it has no title.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(07/04/2020) Needs work. May no longer have the half-cab.
https://evansville.craigslist.org/pts/d/vincennes-1956-cj6-tub/7182998307.html
“Have a rough 1956 cj6 tub with a Kentucky classic vehicle project title with matching serial number plate. The tub is rough but included is a decent windshield, nice front fenders, decent hood and grille. Only reason selling, is i bought it for the frame..”
This June 03,1942, photo shows some men taking a ‘peep’ at the Will Rogers theatre to see if it suited their needs for a show. Whether the writer of the cutesy headline was aware that some folks were calling jeeps ‘peeps’ isn’t clear.
June 03, 1942, in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.
While doing research on Maynard Roberts I happened upon the story of the first Japanese citizen who attended college after WWII. There’s no jeeps involved in this story, but I thought it was an interesting story and an unusual, gutsy move by the family of Robert Johnstone.
Yukimasa Nishiyama was a former Kamikaze pilot who won a scholarship from a family in Pennsylvania, a scholarship funded by the death of their son, Robert Johnstone, during WWII in the Pacific. It was the family’s way to honor their son by using the insurance money paid to them to fund the scholarship for a Japanese citizen to attend Lafayette College. They wanted to bridge the divide between the two countries.
His story made the news when he first arrived. In 1948 his story made the October 4th issue of Life Magazine, complete with photos. This story about Yukimasa was published in 1950:
January 23, 1950, article in the Pomona Progress Bulletin.
After college, Nishiyama went on to work for AMP, a Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, company for three decades before retiring. You can read more about his life and experiences in this 1989 article.
September 14, 1989, in The Morning Call out of Pennsylvania
September 14, 1989, in The Morning Call out of Pennsylvania
I could not find any more information about his life following 1989.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Chris spotted this cool but pricey Willys stencil kit. Given a couple of these have been used, it doesn’t quite seem like it is an “NOS” kit, but still a rare find.
“NOS WILLYS JEEP STENCIL SET PART # 953049 9 STENCILS FOR TRUCK, WAGON,JEEPSTER AND FORWARD CONTROL TWO STENCILS USED ONCE BUT ALL SERVICABLE AS NEW VERY RARE ITEM!”
