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1947 CJ-2A Palo Cedro, CA $2500

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Unclear how much value is here. The passenger side has a couple large patches.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/880650146874533/

“Has hurricane 6 in it needs carb to run and trans work.”

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1947 CJ-2A Idaho Falls, ID $4500

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $4500.

(12/04/2023) There seems to be some value here.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1460596854500892

“This is my project Jeep. Body and good shape has a little rust in the normal places. Frame has been sandlasted and painted Comes with a chevy v 6 That has been gone through and new gaskets, A new three fifty automatic transmission, new advanced adapter Transfer case has been gone through… Has all the body parts to put back together”

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1947 CJ-2A Sheridan, WY **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9000

(09/21/2023) Runs and drives. This has a unique cargo carrier(?) on the hood. The driver’s drain hole looks filled.

“1947 Willys Cj2a. Quite a few new parts, for some reason it wouldn’t let me post them all. You can drive it home. Pm me for list and accessories! New, starter solenoid, fuel pump, carburetor, battery, gas tank, seat frames and cushions, tire chains, jack, etc.”

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1948 CJ-2A ‘Lefty’ Red Cloud, NE $2500

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This 2A has a ‘Lefty’ body, though it appears in poor condition. The ad does not mention if the body in the background goes with it.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/375507404858972

“Small block Chevy 305 conversion project with automatic th350 and new novak adapter to bolt on to rebuilt Dana 18 transfer case! Jeepster front and rearends with disc brakes lots of spare parts! I do have title!”

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November 1958 Jeep News

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At twelve pages, the November 1958 Jeep News is one of the largest issues published.

Page one contains various dealer info stories. Page two discusses the growth of jeep clubs and their potential as unofficial ‘salesmen’ for the product and brand. Also on page two is a discussion of the jeep-name origin. You’ll note the appearance in that discussion of the term “G P”, which I’ve yet to see definitive proof to if being used prior to the introduction of the Ford GP in early 1941. Bill Norris was able to locate a blurb, possibly from May of 1942, that suggests the letters “G P” that “appeared on all orders for the specifically made car”, however it’s not clear which orders such letters appeared on or when they appeared. But, it’s an avenue worth exploring.

Page three highlights dealer news, while page four shares how popular jeep exhibits had become at local and state fairs. Page five covers the importance of lighting to jeep dealerships, while page six and seven announce that dealerships have penetrated areas all over the US, though none of the dealerships shown are west of Oklahoma (still 1300 miles to LA from OK). Page eight and nine are again mostly dealer news, though page nine does cover a druggists satisfaction with the new DJ-3A dispatcher.

Pages ten and eleven have a wide variety of stories, but I thought the custom DJ-3A “The Goody Cart” ice cream jeep on page ten was particularly interesting. Page twelve covers a story about some jeepers capturing California horse rustlers.

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1943 GPW Angels Camp, CA $12,000

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I would think that this could go quickly.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/873442357650515

“Ford Jeep, runs, drives. Call for more information”

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1949 Sedan Delivery Murrieta, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $13,000.

This modified sedan delivery is “Goin’ Bananas”.

“1949 Jeep Willys, it runs and I have title in hand. Great project car. Selling as is. Currently has a 1987 Chevy S-10 blazer motor installed.”

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1946 VEC CJ-2A Yuma, AZ Make Offer

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Seller is convinced this is a 1945, but to me the serial number of 13345 indicates it is an early 1946.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1067058854714132/

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“MAKE OFFER…1945 Willis flatfender, 4 cyl. Overhead valve engine F head, also have the original L head, 3 speed high/low, 4wd, rare column shift, bunch of new parts, warn hubs, rollbar have not run in a couple years +, 2 extra differentials (6.12 ratio), 2 more transmissions, one more stripped down block partially rebuilt, tailgates, fenders, and a bunch more used parts and new parts to much to list, front end was rebuilt, tires fair just rollers. Grandson in Army now, project on hold. Was running great last time out. Can move easy, has towbar, best put on your trailer. Ready for light body work, not bad rust and your paint.Frame great, no bad rust. Only Serious buyers please with knowledge ,no lookies wasteing MY time. THANKS. MAKE OFFERS TO CHUCK. Cash only, no trades/swaps or anything. I know what i got. [hidden information] THANKS. NOT PARTING OUT PLEASE!!! THIS IS NOT A PROJECT JEEP. COMPLETE BUT BEEN SITTING WAITING HIS RETURN. HE SAYS SELL NOW AS GOING OVERSEAS …MAKE OFFER BUT BE REASONABLE AND KNOWLEDGEABLE. CASH ONLY!!! BILL OF SALE ONLY W/SERIAL #. SERIAL # SHOWES IT TO BE A ’45. Model CJ2A”

 
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1976 CJ-5 Cave Creek, AZ $3800

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $3800.

(11/09/2023) Here’s a former Yakima Ridge Runners Jeep.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/224626907136862

“This is a custom trail jeep sitting on 36″ super swampers. Not currently running but will turn over with a new battery. Was owned by my father and came into my possession after his passing. After some years I am ready to sell and make room in my garage”

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1974 CJ-5 Long Beach, CA $32,000

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I thought this build looked interesting. Wish there were more pics. No description provided.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1006120893827118

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Various Engines, Trannys, TCs Sun Valley, CA

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At least one combo includes a WARN OD.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/341621008451582

“Selling 3 engines, 4 gearboxes and 4 differentials for Jeep 1960 or older. Prices vary.”

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2 CJ-2A Weights Des Moines, IA $250

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It looks like a good price for the pair. Thanks to Andy for spotting them.

https://desmoines.craigslist.org/pts/d/van-meter-willys-frame-weights/7689732781.html

“Willy’s front frame weights for the Agri-jeep / trenchers and even snow plows in great condition and can load for you ! If you have a new 2023 wrangler Willy’s sport the addition of just one of these weights to the back for traction this winter will make your new “Willy’s” 6.72% percent real Willy’s jeep and the envy of all your fellow “Willy’s” jeep compatriots ! Both weights will of course double the percentage but I must warn you that your head might explode with pride and I recommend just settling for the one ! Percentage will vary with make and model !”

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1955 CJ-5 & M-38A1 Beryl, UT No Price

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Maybe some value here?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/727362022609751

“Best offer two jeeps one complete with a Buick v 6 runs needs new fuel tank or clean out the one in it. Other has no interior but have the original 4 cylinder motor and three tranny’s n transfer cases + two spare sets of original axels.”

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1949 Jeepster Kingman, AZ $12,500

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(05/12/2022) The ad includes some good photos of the underside.

https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/d/kingman-1949-willys-overland-jeepster/7646570514.html

“IN KINGMAN ARIZONA! 1949 Willys Jeep Jeepster Overland. THIS IS PROBABLY THE MOST RUST FREE JEEPSTER AVAILABLE. TWO WHEEL DRIVE. Older amateur restoration of a rare (2900 made in 1949) phaeton body style, and then stored for decades. Runs and drives. Steering and brakes good. Typical 6 volt system with “foot pedal” starter. 3 speed on the tree with overdrive, column shift. Engine OHV 4 cylinder (possibly a Hurricane 4), Gas gauge seems stuck and there is an aftermarket oil pressure gauge added. Top is in good condition and interior redone in a nice tweed (doesn’t get hot in the sun). There are no side curtains. Great around town grocery getter and take it to a show and be the only one!. Miles are unknown (hey, it’s 70 years old). Has assigned Arizona Vin and Clean title in my name.”

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1951 CJ-3A San Diego, CA $5500

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The half cab looks home made to me. There’s a large dent in the driver’s side fender. I can’t tell if the floors have patches or if there is some garbage on the floor.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/688893073333062

“This is all original jeep lookes good drives good needs a little love clear title can restore for you”

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1959 CJ-5 Los Lunas, NM $2100

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $2100.

(12/04/2023) This appears to have an extra shift lever (probably an overdrive). It also has a Koenig bed extender and a Sears-style half-cab. There could be some value here.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1303466720370982

“1959 Jeep Willy’s project, everything is there. Has a 6 cylinder engine that does not run but it isn’t seized up. 3 speed manual transmission, hi and low range shifter, four wheel drive shifter, and it has a pto lever for a winch on the front. Pretty cool little project. Price is obo make an offer.”

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1960 Wagon Phoenix, AZ $14,000

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Dave’s selling this customized untitled project.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1101306231220470

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“This is a non-title project. Willys this old didn’t have VIN numbers so one has to title it as a home build or use the serial number data plate—which I have.

Custom frame, roll cage and fabrication by Kyle Green Fabrication in Gilbert, Az. He builds professional desert race trucks and can be found online.

2007 5.3 V8 (I was told 60k miles) with Pacesetter headers and new HP 4L80E transmission and rebuilt transfer case. I have the engine computer that’s programmed and ready to run. New in Box Painless Wiring Kit (No. 60526) to run engine and transmission. Drive by wire pedal included. Hydroboost brake module (needs brake lines and hoses).

Frame is beautiful and of the finest quality set up for Fox coilovers (I have the fronts new in box). Custom brake pedal installed. Ididit steering column (shift on column) 90 % installed. Rebuilt Saginaw steering gear. JK seats. New body wiring harness.

Will sell for $11,500.00 less engine and transmission.”

 
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1969 CJ-5 Mesa, AZ $1500

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UPDATE: Still Available. I’m a little surprised this hasn’t sold yet.

(07/17/2023) At this price, it deserves more pics and a closer look.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/6406478296110799

“1969 CJ needs complete restoration very clean body title in hand. Once again this vehicle needs a complete restoration it does not run! Will make someone a great builder/project.”

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CJ-2A Fresno, CA $800

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $800.

This has a fiberglass tub.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/6906862976013361

“Jeep CJ-2A Frame with fiberglass body tub. No engine or trans. Comes with only what you see. Bill of sale only, not on DMV system.”year-cj2a-fres-ca7 year-cj2a-fres-ca8 year-cj2a-fres-ca9

 
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1963 DJ-3A Surrey Burlington, CT **Sold**

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update: **Sold** was $700.

Thanks to John for spotting this altered Surrey, changed to 4WD with an extra long nose. Despite the changes, there seems to be some value here.

“1963 Jeep Surrey Gala. Swapped to a 283 v8. Runs strong. 3spd on the floor. Fisher plow. Runs drives stops and plows. Have a title. Bring a battery”

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May 1956 Willys News

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I thought I had posted this issue a few years ago, but somehow I missed it. So, here is the 8-page May 1956 issue of Willys News.

Page one highlights that thousands of feet of film was taken as part of creating new promo films for Willys Motors. No doubt that film is long gone. Page two has an article explaining the importance of jeeps to rural readers of North Carolina’s Statesville Record and Landmark newspaper. Page two also claims that the first registered CJ-2A appeared in Mt. Kisco, New York, a claim debated on this post.

Page three has a great photo of Bonner’s Willys Motors out of Texas, a part of which eventually became Barney’s Jeep Parts in Ohio. Page five indicates that at least 100 audio-visual wagons (though the paper calls them ‘trucks’) had been assembled. An article on Page six shares the news that Dispatchers were proving popular as delivery vehicles, with an accompanying testimonial from Carolina Tool.

Page seven highlights “Miss Maude”, an excerpt of which I posted back in 2014. Page eight covers the April 1956 Truth or Consequences “Journal de Jeeps” cross-country race.

 

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Santa in a Jeep History from FarmJeep.com

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Barry just updated Farmjeep.com with this great bit of research into Santa’s appearance in jeeps.

https://www.farmjeep.com/stories-shows-questions/stories/santas-jeep-a-brief-history/

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Joe’s St. Nicholas Poem

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Joe shared this shamelessly hacked poem he wrote for this Christmas season … Thanks Joe!

A Shop Visit from St. Nicholas
(BASED IN ITS ENTIRETY ON THE CLASSIC POEM OF CLEMENT CLARKE MOORE, WHO WOULD UNDOUBTEDLY BE APPALLED BY ALL OF THE SHAMELESS HACKS THAT HAVE BEEN PERPETRATED ON HIS SKILLFULLY WOVEN DEATHLESS PROSE.)

It was the night before Christmas, and all through my shop,
Not one project was running, not a brake drum could stop;
Some small bits were hung on the paint rack with care,
But I’d blown my parts budget buying presents and beer.

The Grandkids were all nestled at their folks in their beds;
While memories of “ice cream runs” played back in their heads.
And their Grams in her nightie and our dog in her lap,
They were all settling down for some long winter’s naps.

Then when out in my driveway I heard such a clamor,
I climbed up from my creeper to see what was the matter.
Off to the garage door I sped like the Flash,
I peered out one small window, my chin on the sash.

The moonlight shining off of the near-record snow,
Gave the luster of midday to my yard art below.
And then what to my bifocaled eyes should appear?
But an engine-less Jeep pulled by tiny reindeer,
With a portly old driver so rotund and so thick,
I got a weird feeling the dude was Saint Nick.

As if powered by hemis his coursers they came,
And he whistled, and bellowed, and shouted their names:
“Now, Dasher! now, Dancer! now Prancer and Vixen!
On, Comet! on, Cupid! on, Donner and Blitzen!
To the right of that flagpole! Look out for that wall!
Bang a left! Hang a right! Jeez, follow my calls!”

As leaves that behind a Super Hurricane would fly,
Should they meet with an obstacle, watch out for this guy!

So out towards my backyard this lash-up it flew,
With a bed full of packages, and Saint Nicholas too —
And then, in an instant, I heard on the roof,
The screeching of tires and banging of hooves.

As I covered my head, and began scrambling around,
Through the back door Saint Nicholas crashed with a bound!
Dressed all in red Carhartt, from his hat to his boots,
His duds were all covered with grease stains and soot.
A boatload of stuff he had crammed in a sack,
And he looked quite the character. (Hey, what’s in that pack?)

His eyes — they were bloodshot, his balance… was scary!
His cheeks were quite stubbly, his nose red as a cherry!
His mischievous grin was curved up like a bow,
The mustache on his lip was as white as the snow.
The stump of a stogie was clenched in his teeth,
And the smoke, it encircled his head like a wreath.

He clutched a cold brew and had an ample beer belly,
Both sloshed as he moved, just like pools full of jelly.
He was chubby and plump, a right pudgy old elf,
And I knew that I liked him, in spite of myself.
A wink of an eye and a nod of his head,
Made me strongly suspect I had nothing to dread.

He spoke not a word, but went straight to his work,
Laid new parts on my workbench; then he turned with a jerk,
And sliding two fingers up inside his nose,
Then forcing a toot, out the back door he blows!

Bounced back in his Willys, and to his team he did whistle,
And away they all shot, like a ballistic missile.
But I heard him yell out, as they streaked out of sight —
“Pleasant wrenching to you, and to your loved ones — good night!”

 
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Merry Christmas, 1983!

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Merry Christmas (eve) everyone!

I must have seen this commercial when it aired back in 1983, but I don’t remember it. I guess I had other things on my mind? I graduated in the summer of ’83, for which my parents bought me the first jeep of my own (I’d driven Dad’s CJ-5 for a couple years), a patched together, blue, modified CJ-3A with a Buick V-6 and T-15 for $1500. I spent the summer cruising around in it, then the Fall driving it to my first (and last) quarter at a community college, before pretty much flunking out (I just didn’t care about college at that point).

Instead of college, I traded labor for a rundown, hacked together racer, took that apart, and started building what would become my first project jeep. Too young, dumb, and stubborn to fail, I got a part time job cooking and used those meager funds to cobble together a custom jeep over the subsequent year and a half.

 
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December 1961 Jeep News

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The December 1961 issue of Jeep News was only six pages, but still packed into a few interesting items. In the center column of the front page you can see the California Association of ‘Jeep’ Clubs had already come up with rules for jeeping on publics lands. Here in the PNW, we’ve seen a small contingent of folks doing stupid things that ruins it for everyone else. Such is life. Also note the bottom of page one showing the two giant billboards. I’ve never seen pics of these.

An article on page two references a 28-page two-color booklet titled “Your Ten Major Retail Markets”. That’s not one I’ve seen. Anyone else run across it? There’s also a reference to a Fleetvan comparison brochure. You can see pics of that here: http://www.ewillys.com/2016/03/29/1961-fleet-van-c…brochure-on-ebay/ (Not sure if I have a copy).

Page three contains something really unique: An Army FC-170 with a camper! The FC camper, an Army FC-170 with a Stahl bed, and an Army Traveller wagon were all headed to Alaska. Page three also has pics from a Billings, Montana, Rough Riders Jeep Club road event.

Page five and six contain a variety of stories, with several photos of FC-170 Fire trucks. Page seven shares the story of a New Jersey firm that operated pizza delivery wagons. Anything you can add to that story Mike?

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