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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.
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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: Still Available.
(06/13/2020) This vehicle still runs and plows. It has at least some Jeep DNA, possibly from a CJ-3B or M-38A1 based on the year.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/287655079061006/
“1953 government Jeep. Leo had used it for plowing snow. Runs great. Has snow plow .”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2500.
(06/11/2020) This is a project. The body has been lengthened.
https://knoxville.craigslist.org/bar/d/sevierville-willys-jeep/7152847852.html
“Willy’s Jeep sitting on an S10 4 x 4 frame, 4.3 motor 700 trans. This is a project that needs to be finished for sale or trade”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(07/22/2016) The body has been repaired near the entry areas on both side of the body.
“1954 willys jeep 3b model awesome shape garage kept 18 years all original 6500.00 obo must see”
https://lakeland.craigslist.org/cto/d/lakeland-willys-jeep/7146350345.html
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/22/2020) There could be value here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/237003434027074/
“I have 2 hobart GP-258 generator welders for sale both complete the one on the trailer has the arc sense throttle linkage NEITHER OF THEM RUN but wouldn’t take much to get going both engines are free and have compression uses a Willys CJ2A engine parts are easy to find at any auto parts store just lost motivation. Trailer included sells as a set will not separate”
This August 1, 1948, brochure extolls the five lines of trucks produced by Willys-Overland. This is one of the earliest Truck brochures, if not the earliest?
The problem I have with this brochure is that it doesn’t seem very clear on what constitutes the “five” truck lines. Are the wagons and jeeps considered trucks for the purposes of this brochure? Page 3 of the brochure suggests that could be the case. On the other hand, there’s no Universal ‘Jeep’ shown within the tri-fold main portion of the brochure (though a Universal jeep lands on the back of the brochure).
Based on the brochure, I would say the 5 TRUCK lines are 1) The 2WD ‘Jeep’ Pick-Up Truck; 2) The 4WD ‘Jeep’ Pick-Up Truck; 3) The ‘Jeep’ Platform Stake Truck; 4) The ‘Jeep’ Canopy Truck; and 5) The ‘Jeep’ Van Truck. I am likely incorrect about this …
Print date:
This August 21, 1960, article in the Ogden Standard Examiner out of Utah includes a photo of a CJ-2A with a home made, odd hardtop.
This December 22, 1940, article in the Birmingham News highlights the latest arrival of “midget automobiles” at Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia. I would imagine these are Bantam BRC-60s.
This could possibly be a late 1948 or 1949 CJ-2A. Either that or it is a 3A with a replacement 2A body.
https://hiltonhead.craigslist.org/cto/d/bluffton-jeep-cj2a-1949/7156819950.html
“Restored, complete and going perfectly. Licensed and insured, titled.
Mileage unsure. About 10k miles since restoration.
Restored to roadworthy condition.
One issue – it has a paint problem – that will require a repaint. A base coat is not adhering correctly.
Converted to 12V. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $16,000.
Looks good.
“1967 jeep jeepster newer restoration runs great must see”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
Never heard of the Eagle amphibious ATV. There might be a review of this in the August 1970 issue of Mechanix Illustrated.
“This is a very rare amphibious ATV. They competed for the military contract against Coot. Coot eventually won the contract so eagle went by the wayside. I have restored about 90% of this and have put in a well running Vanguard. It needs some work still to be completely finished but I have lost Interest in being the one to finish it. It would be cool to finish it and use it as a river rig or take it to the sand pits and you should be able to just drive out on the water with it, that was always my goal. One sold on eBay a few years ago it was completely restored for 7500. I have not seen one for sale since then, I see coots on there all the time but they’re much more common. Make me an offer or I’m open to trades. Motorcycles, four-door with a long box or anything that I can take to the lake. Let me know what you got.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5800.
Oddball rig.
“Custom Jeep/Scout tube buggy. 5 seater, v-8 international 304 engine, Torqueflite 727 automatic transmission. Titled and road drivable. Dual stick 4×4. Built for Silver Lake Sand Dunes. Runs great, ready to go.”
CJ-5s:
M-38A1s:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was Best Offer.
Has some parts value at the very least. Has a sears/allstate hardtop.
“1953 Willy’s Jeep. Good for restoration and or parts. Engine, Transmission, good. Power take off works. Original parts. Will accept best offer.”
Lots of mods on this crawler.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/189439689126650/
“Custom 1941 Jeep Willy’s crock crawler Engine 3054 cat Trans fj40 land cruiser 4 speed Axles 1975 fj40 land cruiser (locked front and rear)”
I don’t see many of these 60s land cruiser projects for sale.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/707300930068196
Gary’s got some jeep stuff for sale.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $375.
Seller will throw in the stand for $50.
“Have an early Willy’s Go Devil engine which turns freely, head bolts all turn nicely, no visible cracks but I have not had it scanned. Wilson Foundry W4 mold, cast number 838632. Serial number behind oil filter was grown down or never there, believe that is because the engine was overhauled at some point in its life. Not sure on that. It came as a package when I purchased my 46 CJ2A and I don’t need it. Toss in 50 bucks and you can have the stand. Hope the pictures add value. If the post is up, it is available. Cash only, pick up only.”
Maybe someone can use this.
https://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/tro/d/fremont-center-bantam-trailer/7154937402.html
“Early 1950s Vintage Bantam Army-surplus light-weight Willy trailer. New tires. But needs plenty of refurbishing.
Original tag reads:
T3C-30188
Bantam
American Bantam Car Co.
Butler, Pa”
Maury shared this nice looking CJ-6.
http://www.earlycj5.com/xf_cj5/index.php?threads/1959-cj-6.143054/
“I am not here to troll or post and run, but I do have a very nice, clean, running, operational 1959 CJ-6 that I am looking to sell. THE ONLY reason I am selling is because I have expanded my business … It is all there, the metal is good, no real “rot” and has had some previous body work done. My goal was to give her a proper restoration and show it as well as drive it during the fair weather months. That said, she starts, runs, drives, turns, stops and shuts off properly. There may be a light bulb out, there may be a little oil leak here or there, there may be a squeak or rattle, the gages may not all operate every day of the week, but it is a very solid 6. It is currently NY registered, insured and inspected. I drive it at least weekly around town to keep her from getting ornery. The previous owner built the rear bumper, which is also an air tank. The front bumper is aluminum and also obviously not original. The seat brackets are fabricated to flip forward to access a compartment built into the floor. The rear seat bracket is also made to flip back for “tailgating” as he (previous owner) put it. He also installed some aftermarket gages. Aside from those items, everything else is original, or appears to be.
This October 09, 1954, article form the Longview Daily News puts the launch of the Trailerbreakers Jeep Club in April of 1954. That’s one view of Mount St. Helens that no longer exists!
Jim at CJ5.com tells me he has a variety of vintage jeep parts for sale. He has much more than is listed within the categories on the website. I suggest calling him to learn if he has what you need.
There are some jeeps coming up for auction through Sotheby’s, along with a Mule. Note Lot 322 1951 M-38 that sold for $61,600!
UPDATE: Price dropped to $7500.
(01/07/2020) Drive as is or restore.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2836678103058912/
“PRICE LOWERED 1948 Jeep Willys Delivery. It is in overall good condition and is perfect candidate for restoration. It runs, rides and drives good. All original. New tires, brake system, battery and more. 3 speed transmission.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $9850.
Looks nicely refurbed.
https://boise.craigslist.org/cto/d/boise-jeep-willys/7154979344.html
“1948 CJ 2A Willys Jeep Restored Original Motor (4 cylinder) Less than 6K miles on a rebuild New seats Dana 44 – R & 41 – F Warn Overdrive Warn Winch Heater LED break lights Converted to 12V Rebuilt radiator Soft top Full Top with doors After market steering stabilizer (can do 60mph) This jeep is in great condition, runs great, straight body and drives amazing”
