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1951 Article w/ Jeep Helping Circus

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This May 10, 1951, article  in the Abilene Reporter-News shows a newly acquired MB/GPW hoisting a circus tent for the Gainesville Community Circus. The jeep was modified to drive stakes, pull stakes, and hoist canvas. Though the circus had been active since the 1930s, this May event was the first time the circus had travelled outside the Gainesville, Texas, area, according to the article at the bottom of the post. Three years later, in 1954, the circus was destroyed by fire.

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Six months earlier, this November 11, 1950, article appeared in Billboard Magazine:

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FC-170 Photo on eBay

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Steve spotted this photo. It looks like the FC is about to pull a camper shell out of a garage.

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“Pleased to offer an original 1950’s photograph. Photograph measures approximately 5 x 4 inches and has wear consistent with age.”

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1953 CJ-3B Post Falls, ID $13,500

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Looks nicely refurbished.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/344605499877628

“Beautifully restored Willy’s flat fender high hood Jeep. Completely gone through from top to bottom in 2012 with few miles since. Hard to find removable steel hardtop. Runs incredible and ready to use! Gets compliments and turns heads everywhere. Clean and clear title and vin plate. Brand new wheels, tires, and winch”

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Year? Jeepster Pikeville, KY $12,000

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Looks in good shape. It’s listed as a ‘1946’.

https://eastky.craigslist.org/cto/d/pikeville-jeepster-willys/7167329983.html

“1946 Jeepster
Great condition
Runs great
Garage kept
Will consider trade on a mini backhoe”

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1971 CJ-6 Castro Valley, CA $9250

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $9250

(05/24/2020) Looks like a solid CJ-6.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/903309433442526/

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“1971 JEEP CJ6 with Buick 225V6 39k miles Meyers hard top and door windows work glass good I am the second owner. It was originally bought by a lady to use on her horse ranch up in the sierras. I bought it from her estate.

It’s nearly 100% stock and original. I removed the smog pump and tubing but still have it in a box This is the perfect candidate for full restoration or classy resto mod project. Original Rochester 2G carb rebuilt with brass float.
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1957 CJ-5 Mt. Vernon, WA $2500

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Might be a good price.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/319263762586460/

“1957 cj5 jeep original f4-134 hurricane flat top cast iron engine runs great has new carburetor and I have the old Carter as well has full top plus bikini top and heavy duty steel doors as well 4 wheel drive work good perfect little hunting rig or tow behind I added back seats but can be removed”

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1945? CJ-2A Lewes, DE $9500

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If truly a 1945 CJ-2A, it lacks a few items.

https://delaware.craigslist.org/cto/d/lewes-jeep-willys-1945-cj2a/7156884435.html

“Enjoy a dependable collector jeep, Harvest Tan color, new olive drab green seat covers, new canvas top, completely rebuilt engine with all receipts. “Go Devil” L head engine, 12v conversion, warn locking hubs to ease wear on front drive. Purchased from a gentleman in Brunswick, Ga. (second owner) in 2015, with all his receipts. Its a blast driving to Saturday farmers market, car cruise events and hauling around grandchildren to the local beach. It draws a lot of attention, its time to turn it over to the next lucky owner.”

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1948 Jeepster Springfield, VT Auction Aug 29th

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There are two auctions. It appears the Aug 29th auction will include the Jeepster.

https://vermont.craigslist.org/atd/d/springfield-estate-auction/7162513454.html

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“The Estate of Lewis Baldvins, Springfield, VT. NO ADDITIONS. There will be two auctions. August 1, content of barn, out building and grounds. Second auction content of household August 29. 1948 Willy’s Overland Jeepster Convertible, (63,000) original miles, with many upgrades. Content of wood work shop. Commercial grade machinery, modern, antique & vintage tools. (30) large “live edge” Western Maple from Idaho planks, generous wood lots, cherry, walnut, oak, pine etc. Snow plow, old bricks, Artic Cat, trailers, flag pole, fencing, wagon wheels, fall chains & others. Antique trunks, fishing gear, baseball bats, plywood, cooper, several benches & vices. Aprox. (400) lots. Must wear mask.
August 1, (10:00) preview starting at (8:00) Also preview 7/29 – 7/31 (12:00 – 5:00) No internet bidding, left bids accepted. No Vermont Sales Tax. (15%) Buyers Premium. Cash or Check with ID. Directions From VT Interstate exit 7, drive to Springfield village light. Follow Summer st/rte143 (2.3) miles, past Human Society, take first left on to Eureka Rd (1) mile, Auction site 297 Eureka Rd on right. Rain or Shine,”

 
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1948 CJ-2A Roseburg, OR $2500

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $2500.

(07/26/2020) Needs work.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/588990575344089/

“Needs engine put in also needs flooring done and clean title all original 1948 willey Jeep got the top and the doors for the rig”

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CJ-2A Column Shift Assembly

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Steve spotted this column shift for a VEC CJ-2A.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/263189188296778

“These are the parts most often missing on 1945 and 1946 CJ2A Willys Jeeps. They are in working order. Some assembly required 😉 I can ship if you need that.”

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1946 CJ-2A Guadalupe, CA $1700

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Needs work.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/680446876143214

“Ive had it for two years Never did anything with it . Needs a new carb. Needs work to drive. I have too many vehicles. Turns over with jumper box but no spark. bring trailer. YES I HAVE THE PINK”

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Newspaper Delivery by Jeep

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The Statesville Record and Landmark newspaper out of Statesville, North Carolina, described in the December 29, 1955, issue how up to eight jeeps are used to make sure rural customers received their newspapers, summer or winter, through rain, snow, or sleet.

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1955 Truck Project

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Bud Wilkinson of the Republican-American reported on this Willys Truck rebuild. https://wheels.rep-am.com/2020/07/my-ride-out-of-the-dump-and-into-the-willys-jeep/

 
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1952 M-38A1 West Branch, MI **SOLD**

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Update: **SOLD**

This M-38A1 has been spruced up.

“1952 Willy’s M38A1 Jeep retrofitted/modified with 1965 body. Switched from 6 volt operating system to 12 volt. Replaced original seats with leather-electric seats. Repainted exterior and added cd/AM-FM radio, built in cooler (insulated the old 6 volt battery compartment and installed drain), original 4 cylinder flat top engine and 3 speed transmission (has creeper gear) has choke and throttle cables. Still have original ignition key. Runs great, drives great, awesome off road vehicle!! Has won several awards from previous car shows. Has climbed many a sand hill and trails but still looks great. Newer tires and new battery.
One of a kind vehicle, not many still out there! Asking $6800”

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1946 VEC CJ-2A Menomonic, WI Auction Aug 5

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The jeep appears to be a VEC CJ-2A with a Beck/Kelly hardtop. No description provided.

https://eauclaire.craigslist.org/rvd/d/menomonie-august-5-online-auction/7167053412.html

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Year? FC-170 Lakewood, WA eBay

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UPDATE: This was list back in 2017.

This is listed as a ‘1967’. It runs.

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“‘67 jeep willys FC 170. Runs and drives. Stored indoor last 10 yrs . Windshield included in crate. Condition is Used. Local pickup only.”

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1952 M-38 Chesaning, MI $6000

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $6000

(10/14/2019) This appears to have a replacement tub (no cowl lid).

https://centralmich.craigslist.org/pts/d/chesaning-1952-m38-jeep/7158921346.html

“M38 military. Runs, drives and stops.
Buick V6 motor. Power steering. New NDT tires. Nice aluminum radiator.”

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1954 Willys AeroLark Hector, MN $7900

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This looks in pretty good shape and well could be a 25,000 mile vehicle.

https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/cto/d/hector-1954-willys/7164983701.html

“1954 Willys AeroLark. 2 door, 6 cylinder with overdrive. 25k (not a typo) original miles. Car runs and drives great. Asking $7,900 obo,”

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1947/48 Willys Jeep Tontogany, OH Estate Sale

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No pics provided.

https://toledo.craigslist.org/gms/d/haskins-huge-estate-sale/7167375730.html

“This estate sale is going to be BIG! A woodworkers, collectors, and mechanics dream. Come out and see model planes and cars, antique and modern woodworking tools, a full garage with VW and Model A vehicle parts, interesting magazines, musical instruments, and even a 1947/48 Willys Jeep! We’ve got activities for teaching the kids still at home or appliances and furniture for the ones getting their first apartment. Vintage and antique pieces can be found in nearly every room with beautiful knickknacks to spruce up any space. Hand sanitizer will be provided”

 
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1948? M-38 Connersville, IN $2000

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UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $20

This has a patched body and will need work and assembly.

“$2500.00 OBO Needs work”

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Custom Wagon JeepRod Santa Clarita, CA $4200

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This one has been for sale previously.

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/cto/d/canyon-country-willys-custom/7164303251.html

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“48 Willy’s on a
41 Willy’s coupe chassis.
Rat rod if you will.
This is fully custom from a build back in the 80s.
Channeled 7-9 inches.
Shortened.
Wagon top removed.
They built a truck cab top that has been removed but still have it.
Has a 65ish for 170 with a Zenith/stomberg euro carb from the 70s.
Since I got it I did a suicide front end dropping front about 8 inches and extending it 36 inches. Rear dropped 3 to give it a California rake look to it.
I have not driven it since I finished the suspension changes.
There is defenately things that still have to be done. Some lights that have to be fixed and button up some things. I drove the car last November or so before I started mods.
Only started since then.
This is a one of a kind that will never be seen again.
It is registered and titles and up to date. With title in hand.”

 
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1947 CJ-2A Cape May, NJ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.

This may be a good price. It’s listed for $7500 in the text, but my only $6800 in the title (might be a price drop). The body isn’t perfect, as the steps are missing.

“Jeep CJ2A 4×4 1947. Looking for $7,500 runs drives( Facebook will not let me post it for more the 6800). Has a V6 225 Dauntless buck 1967 also comes with a second set of wheels and tires, that would of been original equipped. upgraded to an aluminum radiator still have the original and will transfer over with the jeep. item is currently located in NY, will diliver”

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1950 Jeepster Pekin, IL $6500

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Project.

https://peoria.craigslist.org/cto/d/pekin-1950-willys-jeepster/7163096216.html

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“Unique opportunity to restore a 1950 Willy’s Jeepster. Almost all, if not all, the parts are there with many duplicates. Includes two engines and transmissions – one is the original 6 cylinder and the other is a 1953 6 cylinder. I just finished restoring one and have decided not to tackle another, so this is your opportunity. Selling as a package only, I won’t separate for parts.

Cash sales only. You will need to pick up the vehicle. Sorry, no shipment or delivery. I won’t accept PayPal or other electronic payments.”

 
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No Updates Thursday

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Next updates will be Friday.

 
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1965 Article on Jeeping in Colorado

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A CJ-V35/U landed on the front page of the Leisuretime Magazine, published by the Gazette Telegraph out of Colorado Springs, Colorado, on August 07, 1965. It looks like the  jeep has been modified with a taller radiator (and perhaps another engine), which apparently led to the lack of a hood.

For the story, the writer spent some time with the Mountain Airs Citizen Band Radio Club (not the catchiest of names). I didn’t realize that CB clubs were a ‘thing’, but there was even a magazine dedicated to that group of folks called S9. Here’s an example from 1966 (one in which the Mountain Airs’ name appears somewhere): https://worldradiohistory.com/Archive-CB-Radio/S9-Magazine/S9-1966-05.pdf.

Below is the Gazette Telegraph article:

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