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“Phantom Automobiles” Postcard

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Chris was wondering if anyone knows more about why this postcard describes these vehicles as “Phantoms”, especially when the look more like Ford GPs than Bantam prototypes?

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CJ-5 Dealer Letter

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Toby purchased a 1966 CJ-5 from an original owner and found this letter inside the owners manual. Note the last paragraph (no coverage for squeak and rattles, lol).

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10 Unreliable Post 2000 Jeeps

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Bill shared this article about some modern-day jeeps you might not want to purchase. I really can’t say how accurate most of this article is, as I’ve never owned or driven any of these.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/autos-suvs/10-unreliable-jeeps-we-wouldn-t-waste-our-money-on/ar-AA18e8tM?ocid=msedgntp&cvid=f47c4800ea484a36b6e4bbc8b304d09e&ei=21

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This is wrongly captioned as a 2015 Wrangler in the article.

 
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1953 CJ-3B Eagle, CO $7500

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This appears worth a look.

https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/eagle-1953-jeep-cj-3b/7651731650.html

“Selling my 53 Willys. I just don’t use it enough. This is a 53 body, on a 58 frame. It has a Dauntless V6 out of a 67CJ. Lots of upgrades;
11 inch brakes with dual reservoir master cylinder, updated steering with a saginaw steering box, new tie rods, etc. All new springs and shocks. Engine was rebuilt 5 years ago and has maybe 1500 miles on it. Rebuilt transmission(T14) , transfer case ,and overdrive. Tires are excellent. Lots of spare parts included.
5:38 rear end so this is not a highway jeep”

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1952 M-38 Bennett, CO $7200

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This has a variety of updates.

https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/watkins-1952-willys-jeep-m38-v6/7650404853.html

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“This Willys M38 is in excellent condition except for the top.
There is a Clean, Clear Colorado Title.
It is modified to a low miles Buick V6 called the 231 Even Fire.
The clutch, pressure plate and throw out bearing are all new as well as the Brass Pilot Bushing in the back of the crankshaft.
It is a running, driving vehicle that needs a few little touch ups but overall it is a very good running machine.
The four shifters are as follows:
Three Speed with Reverse, Overdrive, 4X4 and the short one puts the entire unit in neutral.
You can shift into Overdrive in Every Gear.
All four tires are brand new, the brakes work excellent and the built on Winch is in perfect condition.
It is very fun to drive and it starts every time I have ever needed it.”

 
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1953 CJ-3B Hermiston, OR $6500

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Body looks in decent shape. It might be worth a look.

https://kpr.craigslist.org/cto/d/stanfield-1953-willys-cj3/7642955360.html

“1953 Willys CJ3B 4×4 in great shape for its age. Motor has been rebuilt and runs great. Weber carb. Brakes in good working order. Have original rollbar. Tire rack and fuel rack for the back”

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1949? CJ-2A Powell Butte, OR $8000

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $8000

(11/01/2022) This has an early 2A grille, so maybe not a late model 2A or a 3A with a 2A grille? It does have updates.

https://bend.craigslist.org/cto/d/powell-butte-1949-willys-cj-2a/7650254952.html

“1949 Willys CJ-2A, cranks but does not start, ran 15 years ago when put in the garage, been garaged most of its life. CJ-3a Windshield, but have the 2A windshield also. Has power steering and newer axles, original engine and transmission and plenty of upgrades. Moving soon and can’t take it along, been in the family over 20 years. No text, please call or email. $8000.00 or best offer.”

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1950 CJ-2A Hamilton, MT **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3900.

(05/23/2023) Listed as a 1947, It’s a 1950 CJ-3A.
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“1947 jeep CJ3A. I was told it ran when I bought it but I have haven’t spent the time to get it running. It’s rare to have a Jeep this old with the original paint, etc… What attracted me to this Jeep was the original paint and patina. I had lofty aspirations of restoring it, but it has just sat in my shop for years. It was used in the back country for years as a hunting rig by the original owner and I was told it has packed out a lot of elk. I do have a roll bar for it, work manuals, and a few extra parts. This would make a really good project for someone who loves Jeeps. And it would be an absolute blast to drive around town, or take it into the back country. It is an original Darby, Montana Jeep. And was used extensively off road in the back country for elk hunting expeditions by two friends. $3900 obo. “

 
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1944 MB Stevensville, MT $950

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This is pretty rough.

https://missoula.craigslist.org/pts/d/florence-willys-jeep-1944-mb/7647504104.html

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“1944 Willys MB military jeep. Not running it’s been sitting since 1979. It has a Studebaker flathead 6cyl in it from a early vintage engine swap. All other running gear is stock. The body is in okay shape for it’s age, the floor boards are pretty good but the two rear tool box bottoms are rusted out. The engine may be good, it does turn over by hand and by jumping the starter. The parts that I know are missing are the Radiator, window glass, headlights, taillights, rear driveshaft and seats. That’s all I know about this jeep, I have never heard it run or worked on it. Bought it last year and decided on another project that has more leg room. My loss your gain. It has no title I will give you a notarized bill of sale. Asking $950. Firm.”

 
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M-38A1 and CJ-5 Mesa, ID $3500

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Unclear how much value is here, but the CJ-5 has a ventilating windshield.

https://boise.craigslist.org/pts/d/mesa-willys-jeep-project/7642344523.html

“Great jeep project. One has L head engine, one has SBC. There are two complete bodies. One has a title. Too many parts to list. Need to sell as a package deal.”

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1951 CJ-3A Joseph, OR $10,000

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(09/08/2022) Has hardtop that needs glass.

https://eastoregon.craigslist.org/cto/d/joseph-1951-willy-jeep/7645716940.html

“Run/drives good, strong engine, good tires, newer upholstery, seat belts for 4, removable hard top needs glass (has seals) good paint, original drop down windshield: body has some rust 4×4 good working”

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1950 CJ-3A Cortez, CO $11,000

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This has a variety of updates. Sounds like a solid jeep.

https://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/d/cortez-jeep-1950-willys-cj3a-6/7642311131.html

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“1995 Chevy Vortec 4.3L V-6 CPI complete computer and OBD-ll port
Good body, rust free, new seats, driver seat set back 5 inches
T90 3 speed
Warn Overdrive
New stock suspension
Saginaw steering conversion
Four wheel 11″ brake conversion
On board air w/3 gal. tank
Heater and electric windshield wiper
New 15 inch tires and new spare
New hood with Willys logo
Roll Bar”

 
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2023 Toledo JeepFest

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Roger Martin attended this year’s Toledo Jeep Fest this weekend. He brought along his 1947 CJ-2A, an M-677, and his FC Fire Truck. He also took photos of the jeeps at the show, along with some merchandise for sale and a few of the parade.

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Roof Palomino Facebook Group

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Roger Martin shared the news that a Roof Palomino group exists on Facebook. Given their rarity, I wouldn’t have guess that.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1733489436893878/

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Andy’s Argentine to Alaska Hiccup near Portland

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UPDATE: Andy Reached Alaska!

The intrepid explorer overcame his obstacles and made it to the Alaska border the other day. Congrats on the continuing journey!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/136590813628973/permalink/1330828404205202/

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Originally posted May 30, 2023: 

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Andy, from Argentina, standing in his engine compartment at Washougal Classic Jeep while Richard and Jake work on his engine.

Recently, through Facebook, I was made aware of Andy, who is driving his Willys wagon from Argentina to Alaska. I lack many of the details, but I know that by early May Andy had made it all the way to Oregon when his engine finally gave out. Unable to go any farther, he and friends reached out through Facebook to find someone would could help him fix his engine (a couple posts on this FB page).

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Richard Darr of Washougal Classic Jeep, near Vancouver, Washington, volunteered to help. While Andy stayed with a friend in Tigard, Oregon, Richard towed the vehicle to his place, diagnosed the problems:

“The engine has some serious issues for sure and the cracks have us spooked as well but we are going to try and breathe life back into this engine to hopefully finish the journey to Alaska. We really don’t know if the cracks happened recently or been there for quite some time. We are going to put a new timing set in and reseal the valves, clean out all the blockages in the cooling ports and new head gasket and top it off with a tune up and see what happens. Drive it around locally a bit to see how it takes. If it seems healthy enough to send Andy on his way then off he goes.. if not.. then we will have to switch gears and come up with a replacement engine or something. Jake and I are happy to do what we can to get Andy to the finish line of his more than 8 year Trek.”

After a couple weeks, Richard and Jake were able to repair the engine enough that Andy decided not to invest in another block. They test drove the wagon recently and are satisfied it is ready. Andy test drove it as well and says it is more powerful than it has been since Bolivia (I can only guess something happened to the engine there?). So, Andy is prepared to take off towards Alaska again.

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Jake and Richard testing the wagon’s rebuilt engine, with Jake driving.

During the process, did require Richard to spend $400 of his own money (plus all the time). I’m going to send Richard $200 to cover half his expenses. If anyone wants to donate as well, you can send money directly to me through PayPal (Payment@ewillys.com) and I will send Richard an additional check based on any donations (he doesn’t have PayPal). If you have any questions, just email me: d@deilers.com.

 

 
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1947 CJ-2A Sacramento, CA $15,000

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Looks like a nice build.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/160015340441079

“1947 Willy’s, tons of upgrades! Too much to list. Head turner for sure. Must see to appreciate. Automatic Transmission New tires New seats Chevy 350 V8 Tagged and Titled in Hand. No DMV issues. Price is negotiable”

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1964 CJ-3B San Jose, CA $7900

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This late model 3B looks in good shape.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/23809571861293

“Hi I am selling my 1964 Willy’s Jeep runs perfect, clean , 4 cylinder and 3 speed, always FUN to Drive”

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1953 M-38A1/CJ-5 Murphy, ID $4700

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UPDATE: I missed the CJ-5 body. Ugh. Thanks guys!

Someone has swapped out the dash on this. I’m guessing it’s just a custom dash? It isn’t M-38A1 and doesn’t have a whole for a standard CJ-5 speedometer, though it does have a right side glove box.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/153348917712472/

“1953 Jeep, not sure if model or miles, runs great, drives and stops, 4wd works, good tires, has original seat frames, lights do not work and needs wiring work”

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1957 FC-150 Peculiar, MO $750

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No title.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/798010638720138

“1957 jeep fc 150 parts. what ya see is what ya get. no title and engine from one is not included”

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1951 CJ-3A Colfax, CA $2500

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Unclear if it runs or not.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1330310474563433

“Willys CJ3a 1951 All original running gear Good project Lost title”

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1952 CJ-3A Clovis, CA $3000

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The data tag suggest this is a 1952 CJ-3A.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/173971875698344

“Jeep Willy’s with original drivetrain Exact year unknown, but it does have original identification plates. In good shape, would make a good build for the right buyer $3000 OBO, comes with bill of sale”

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1951 CJ-3A Yreka, CA $2800

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It doesn’t run and has floor rust.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/660443042637575

“Pretty cool ok Willy’s 2A jeep Clean title Body has bad floor rust Has an old small block Chevy Muncie 4 speed Warn overdrive Does not run”

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1953 CJ-3B Kimberly, OR $4000

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(07/03/2023) Runs. There must be a story behind that wood bumper?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/224145333893809

“3 speed. All new brakes and drums. Runs good. Just needs some TLC.”

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Year? CJ-2A/CJ-5 East Greenwich, RI $800

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Here’s another example of a CJ-5 grafted onto the rear of a CJ-2A. Unclear how much value is here.

https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/150961638027219

“No paperwork, hasn’t run in years.. been in the family a long time. Would Make a nice project. Needs lots of work”

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Year? CJ-2A Trout Run, PA $500

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Parts jeep with no title.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/958215955282424

“Late 40’s Willys Cj2a. No Title. Frame is rough and rotted through on the front. Engine is froze up. Body still has some decent pieces to use. What you see is what you get. Asking $500 obo. Jeep is located in Trout Run, PA.”

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