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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 .
A friend donated this Durkee-Atwood Windshield De-Icer / Defroster to eWillys. It looks like it was stored well, as everything looks in good shape. It comes in the original metal box. I don’t know anything about these and not sure what the value should be. If anyone’s interested, let me know (d @ deilers.com).
The movie Come to the Stable includes a jeep in the movie and on many posters about the movie. Based on how often a jeep appears on advertising literature, I thought a jeep might have played a prominent role, but after reading a movie synopsis, it doesn’t seem that way. I couldn’t find a full version of the movie online to see for myself, but there is a version on Apple TV (and likely elsewhere).
The movie features a song titled “Through the Long and Sleepless Night“, with a record jacket that includes a jeep image. It was the reason I began researching the movie:
These are posters found online:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Matt’s helping a friend sell this CJ-2A. It does not have a title.
“I am listing this Jeep for a friend of mine. It’s a 1947 CJ2A that is mostly complete and will run with a little work. It ran a couple years ago and has been sitting since. It does turn over and sputter with some fuel poured down the carb. The body needs work as there are some patches in the floor and rust in a few spots. Frame is solid and the rest of the drivetrain is in good complete shape. As you can see in the pictures someone added some different seats to it. The Windshield is NOT included with the Jeep and it does NOT have a title.
The Jeep is located in Fordland Missouri, roughly 30 miles east of Springfield. He is firm on $1500 which I believe is a great price for a CJ2A that will run and drive with a couple hours of work. If you are interested give me a call or text and I will put you in touch. 8603043639. Thank you.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,555.
(04/10/2020) The seller suggests that this is a 1945, but the dash plate looks more like a post column shift (33xxx-45xxx) plate … (has the script “JEEP” and does has the “ONE QUARTER TON FOUR WHEEL DRIVE” slogan rather than the preceding “ONE QUARTER TON FOUR WHEEL DRIVE TRUCK”). More on 2A plates here: http://www.cj-2a.com/oldsite/marks/dataplates/survey/index.html
“1945 willys CJ-2A Production #S-1824 Elec:6volt Transmission:3sp T-90 Transfer Case: 2sp Dana. Front axleDana25. Rear axle:Dana 41. Wheel base 80”. 2-Piece Military Windshield Tailgate, side my spare, draw bar. Willys Overland ( Go Devil ) 4 cylinder L Head 134 cu. in. Motor. Complete $4,000.00 Engine rebuild”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $3250.
It’s got some rough spots, but it runs. Seller uses the hand brake to stop. The hardtop (what’s left of it) may have been a Porter and Reed.
“I didn’t want to sell this but I have to pay for a new truck.
She’s not a show queen, but great around the farm, ranch, and trails. 1950s Willys F-head motor. Motor runs, clutch shifts well, and 4×4 works. Front brake hoses are cracked (available from vintagejeeps.com) so I’ve been using the hand brake. Tubes/tires hold air but are showing their age. Clean CA title on non-op.
More pics and videos available.
Recent carb rebuild and master cylinder rebuild. New spark plugs, points, and condenser. Timing still needs to be set. New Swepco motor oil and oil filter. Electric fuel pump. Headlights, brake lights, and turn signals work. Heavy duty galvanized hardtop. Doors are removable. Glass is good. Rollbar has not been bolted in.
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UPDATE: Still Available.
(04/24/2020) Looks in good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/646196669529498/
“265 lbs front weight for Willys Overland jeep cj2a, cj3a, cj3b. $175. Shelby Ohio. Good shape, just needs painted”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $900.
(05/12/2020) This still has the frame tag. This would make a great odd-body project if you wanted to do something unique on the back of an MB.
“1945 Willys MB WWII Jeep .
Frame and rear of body has been modified, money is in the 9 slot grill and front sheet metal dash and floor.
No engine trans or T-case, axles and steering are original as is windshield .
$1200. offers and trades entertained.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/25/2019) Not quite ‘all original’.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/439202330344829/ or
https://nh.craigslist.org/for/d/nashua-1947-willeys-jeep-cj2a/7126427578.html
“all original runs great”
Not sure how much value is here. It looks like it has a replacement body.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/771268003369367/
“No title, needs new body, noes not run now , motor is not locked up , been sitting, power steering , Buick V 6 , 12” lift for 44” tall tires, 14” rims , spare axles, transfer case , transmission,leaf springs and more.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/19/2016) Not sure how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2680013812323498/
“No titles. Rusted pretty bad. Many salvageable parts”
Not sure how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/619804938608346/
“for sale CJ2A No Title, its missing, will provide last owners B.O.S. and my Bill Of Sale. To much of a project for me needs windshield and its’ frame and a new tub great project. Comes with roll cage and canopy. no motor. just tranny and t-case. will consider partial trades”
This issue of Willys News includes a variety of FC-related articles, but also takes a full-page look at the Truth-or-Consquences, New Mexico, 2nd Annual ‘Jeep’ Derby.
I bought this off of eBay. I imagine this pencil is from the late 1940s based on the “J” logo. The lead remains nice and snug in the pencil, so it’s still very usable. Thanks to Marty for spotting it!
I am looking for more information on these hubs. Anyone recognize them?
Austin Smith posted this unusual hub to G503 Facebook. He theorizes they may be a freewheeling hub of some kind, as he can find no way to spin the hubs nor, after disassembling it, did he find any internals to do so.
This is installed on an Australian jeep. The hubs look similar to a Selectro type, but these have only three nodules around the outside:
Roger Martin spotted this odd hub on Rick Reilly’s Commando in 2019. This might be a free-wheeling hub:
I suspect this was made in Colombia. It’s cool piece, but doesn’t come cheap.
View all the information on ebay
“Wood Hand Crafted Willyz Jeep Coffee Truck – Quindio Colombia Burlap Coffee Bags”
Looks solid.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/531438394236758/
“1947 Willie’s jeep, runs good. Brand new 31×10.50 tires all around. New head and new top. Everything works as should. Message for details”
Appears in good shape. Passenger drain hole looks filled.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2330155490621573/
“Nice condition”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000.
Seems like a good price.
“Mitsubishi license built CJ3B Turbo Diesel cj3b. 80,000 miles, 4 speed 3 stick. Right hand drive 100 hp 150tq. 29mpg. runs great no leaks”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $20,000
(03/19/2020) Looks great.
“1951 Willys M38 Jeep. Off frame restoration. Frame media cleaned, primed and painted. Front and rear differentials rebuilt using new bearings and seals. Transmission and transfer case rebuilt also. Work performed by Sumpter County transmission in Leesburg. Engine dismantled, block boiled out and cylinders re sleeved. Engine reassembled using all new parts. Work performed by Dave Latarte Machine Shop, Fruitland Park. Painting done by Johnny’s Hot Rod Leesburg. New wiring harness, brake lines, wheel cylinders and brake shoes. New fuel lines.
Asking $20,000 or will consider trade for a late model Trike or Pularis UTV.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $18,000.
(10/26/2019) It appears the body has had a great deal of work done to it. Certainly not original, but looks like pretty good work. I imagine there isn’t much demand for a Gator-themed CJ-2A.
“1946 Willys CJ2 in as new condition, original drivetrain with the addition of a Buick Odd Fire V6, UF Gator colors, drive it to the game to support your team.”
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2654914158114404/
This lookalike a Cab Enclosure half cab. I didn’t know this option was offered. It doesn’t appear to be a chopped full cab.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/826381784537868/
“I have a Willy’s jeep cab for sale with hard doors with Windows, this goes right on a factory jeep and all you have to do is put you existing window down put the top on and latch it with the factory latches. Pretty nice piece for the year.. p.m. me with any questions. I would only be willing to trade for a soft top for the same vehicle”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
It’s got a column shifter.
“1946 willys. L134 go devil engine. Tub is rough. It’s all there. Motor is free and spins with starter. Going to try to get it running by the weekend. Have hood, windshield frame, and tailgate 2200 firm.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
(04/17/20200 Parts or project.
“Solid 1953 Willys CJ3A Project Go Devil L-134 Motor Titled In Connecticut Many new parts Complete Drivtrain Needs wiring and gauges Had different windshield I switched it out”
During the late 1960s, a couple different Jeep dealers in Hawaii offered DJ-5 Jeep Galas for sale. There were at least two different styles of ads published. The Gala was a Surrey that was sold by the export arm of the company.
In 1967, a Kaiser-Jeep dealership owned by Von Hamm-Young Mercantile, flew the 1968 model of the DJ-5 Gala Jeep to Hawaii. From the story below, it would seem that this may have been the first example of a DJ-5 Gala Jeep arriving in Hawaii. Note that the photo’s caption only describes this jeep as a Gala.
Over the next two years, the dealer published ads hoping to spur sales. We’ll likely never know how successful sales were, but I’d suspect not too many were sold.
1) The first ad appeared between April and September of 1968. The example shown below was published in the May 30, 1968, issue of the Honolulu Star-Bulletin. There are a variety of things that struck me with this ad. First, it’s the first ad I’ve seen for a DJ-5 Surrey/Gala. Second, it is advertised as a “Surrey Gala”, rather than one or the other. Third, it came in six different color schemes. Fourth, later in the year (specifically September 24th in the Hawaii Tribune Herald), Big Island Rambler was the dealer name at the bottom of the ad, with no specific link made to Von Hamm-Young.
Apart from all those points, it’s generally just an odd ad for a vehicle!
2) This ad appeared multiple times, but only during April of 1969 (I could find no other ads for any other month in 1969), isn’t quite as odd as the 1968 campaign. The ad also doesn’t mention the multiple package options. This particular example was published in the April 4th, 1969, issue of the Honolulu Advertiser.
This February 1955 article highlights how quickly Willys Motors shifted from a jeep and car company to more of a jeep company, chopping the number of automobiles it was selling from 10 in 1954 to only 3 in 1955. According to the article, Wills Motors also appeared most focused on the new CJ-5.
You can view this issue on Google Books or make an offer on this issue at eBay.
