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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 .
Maybe someone can use this?
https://cnj.craigslist.org/pts/d/dayton-m151a1-us-army-military-jeep/6888271144.html
“1966 M151A1 Military Jeep UNCUT Project. Rails are solid, will need rust repair in the bed and other places. Motor not stuck, have not tried to start it. Good start for a project. Or best offer.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $6500.
(10/25/2018) Has some floor patches and the side steps have been modified, among other changes.
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/imperial-willys-jeep-1946-cj2a/6879266118.html
“1946 Willy’s CJ2A Jeep made to look like a military Jeep. Everything works as should and is a really fun Jeep to drive. It has a 1952 3B engine, runs great, no known issue. Pictures show all the positives and negatives. A lot has gone into this Jeep, but only asking $6500. Missouri title in hand. Don’t need help selling. Email me with interest, we may work out phone contact and ability to see/drive. Would consider part cash part trade..”
Has oil and radiator leaks.
https://nmi.craigslist.org/atq/d/hillman-1948-willys-jeep/6878582215.html
“1948 Willy’s Jeep CJ2A- runs great, original motor, transmission, 12V electric alternator, small leak in radiator and oil leak.”
UPDATE: Maury pointed out that a porcelain sign of this badge sold in 2017 (see bottom).
In the April of 1946 issue of the Saturday Evening Post (same month in Colliers, too), Willys-Overland introduced a new advertising badge for the Willys engine.
As you can see in the introduction ad (A New Chapter), it was matched with the announcement of the Willys-Overland Jeep Station Wagon, though the ad hides the wagon in anticipation of its summer of 1946 launch.
The badge made a second appearance within the release-announcement of the station wagon in the August 18, 1946, issue of the Saturday Evening Post.
The next month, in September of 1946, the badge appears for a third time, again associated with the wagon.
As quickly as the badge appeared, it disappeared with the same speed. For the October 1946 ad, which included a wagon in it, the Saturday Evening Post seemingly replaced the engine badge with a smaller badge, one with a “W” over the “O”. It’s the earliest jeep ad I can find with that badge (if anyone knows of another, earlier ad, please let me know).
At some point, there was a porcelain version of the sign. One sold on eBay in 2017:
Below is an aggregation of Saturday Evening Post Ads for the period January 1946 – December 1947.
As mentioned in the post above, there was an engine badge that appeared briefly. Another curiosity is the shift in March 1947 to black and white ads for the CJ-2A. Perhaps that was done to further differentiate them from the wagon and truck ads?
Blaine shared http://oldiesfan67.canalblog.com/archives/2016/11/07/34522726.html with pics of this cool wagon.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $28,000.
It doesn’t come cheap, but I’d sure enjoy driving it.
“Odometer/Miles 39,323, Production Date 02-18-1972 “N” shift, Body Color #508 Renegade Orange, Blackout hood center, Renegade racing stripes & vinyl wheel lips “all preserved as original”, Special Sales Order #D5412, Deluxe upholstery bucket seats “black/gray Striped Uganda Perforated inserts “NOS 1972 material match restored”, oil pressure & ammeter gauges, dual mirrors & visors, 2-speed heater, windshield wipers & washers, factory Roll Bar, cast Alloy wheels “original forged polished” w/rear mounted spare, (5) Hercules Trail Digger MT Tires 30×9.50R15LT, 304 V8 2bbl 150HP, Power Steering, Heavy Duty Cooling, Borg Warner T15 3-speed manual transmission, Dana 20 4×4 Transfer Case, Dana 44 Trac-Lok rear & Dana 30 front differentials (optional 4.27 axle ratios), Warn premium 4×4 locking hubs”, 11″ F/R drum brakes non-power, fuel tank & transmission Skid Plate(s), recreational bumper & tow-bar, soft half doors, bimini top. Preservation details, extensive photos and video available upon request.”
Looks like it’s never been restored.
https://maine.craigslist.org/cto/d/old-orchard-beach-jeep-1952-willys-m38/6877898873.html
“1952 Willys M38, 24 volt. Been in the family for over 30 years. Garaged except for the occasional summer spin around town (usually for an ice cream). Looks and runs great.”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $10,000.
(03/28/2019) For more info, contact Alex: allannina.aa @ gmail.com.
“1975 JEEP CJ6 Jeep is in 100% rebuilt: 4-speed Transmission, Brake, brake drums,and brake lines are all new . Also, Brand new original carburetor, new starter new gas lines, and rebuilt copper radiator. All driveline joints including front, rear axles are rebuilt. Steering column, differentials, engine. 164 miles since engine rebuilt. New set of 5 33” Dick Cepek tires. The instrument panel has been rebuilt, new fuel pump, wiper motor, turn signals and new light fixtures, lots of UPGRADES; steering power, tire rack, custom made roller cage, seats and seatbelts, electric fuel pump and more.Completely restored body and paint and brand new undercoating paint jobs. Title clear and in my name.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1700.
“1952 Strict M100 Trailer
All 3 data plates in place and nearly new tires. Pulled this with my M38 for events and parades. Landing leg, pintle, brake lever and lights are as they should be. Includes rubber mat in floor, canvas cover, and two flags with masts that mount on trailer. Bill of Sale. Located in Mooresville, NC. $1700 – Offers considered.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $875.
Given the serial number, this appears to have been rebuilt at some point.
“Jeep CJ-2 Willys Industrial L134 Go Devil Engine Powered a Hobart Welder.
Model CJ2-A
905997
s/n RJ293377”
No pics provided.
https://hartford.craigslist.org/pts/d/kensington-willys/6883071018.html
“1954 willys cj3b all aluminum cap very rare come and get it”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
Top looks in good shape.
“This Jeep has been garage/basement kept at least the last 40 years. Last ran in 1989, stopped using it because the brakes failed, peddle went to the floor, don’t know what’s wrong. Original 4 cylinder engine and transmission. Inspected in 1985. Being sold as is, where is.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $28,000.
This was on eBay back in 2013. I don’t know if it actually sold at that time or not.
“Fully restored with a 283 v8 it has a warn overdrive. It also has a Bimini top and soft top with doors”
I would guess that the price isn’t a serious one. Has Alaska plates.
https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/d/indian-springs-willys-1942-restoration/6872511438.html
“Can look as nice as the 1942 Willys seen on the cover of Military Vehicles Magazine February 2018.
If you have the interest this is the project for you!
Parts all original. All new tires.
Runs great, purrs like a kitten. The rest needs some TLC.”
Not sure what’s left here that’s good.
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/pts/d/sewickley-willys-cj3a-parts-obo/6885407362.html
“Willys CJ3A running gear, Henry J flathead 6 cylinder engine, and Ramsey PTO Winch for sale – see pictures”
There’s plenty of work still necessary on this project.
https://rochester.craigslist.org/cto/d/north-chili-1954-willys-jeep-cj-cj3-cj5/6877212719.html
“For sale is a 1954 Willy’s Jeep. It is a project and will need very little to be finished. A fresh small block 350 has been professionally installed along with a lift kit. Dana axles, aluminum radiator, almost everything is included to finish. Very solid, it was a frame off resto.”
The hubs are likely still good. Not sure what else is.
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/pts/d/valencia-1960-willys-cj5-parts-or-whole/6888155692.html
“I’m selling this 1960 Willys CJ5 parts or whole going to junk it in one week”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.
(11/27/2018) Needs some work. I like the tool box/side box on the driver’s side. Looks handy.
“Jeep fc170 1956. With Chevy V8 runs very good. New tires. 4wheel drive works good.3 speed transmission. Needs work on brakes. It is a runner that needs work.”
My family spent the weekend celebrating Dad. Friends and family gathered together on Saturday afternoon to hear my overview of Dad and share stories about him. I think Dad would have enjoyed the laughter and lovely memories shared by all. Here’s the front of Dad’s flyer.
With that final event passed, life should return to normal, at least until mom decides she wants to move.
We don’t foresee many trips this summer, except a few couple-day drives, so I hope to get some good work done. We will also be spending the summer looking around to see where we want to land when we buy a house (assuming everything goes according to plan).
Finally, if anyone has any interest in Rusty, the 1956 DJ-3A that’s been partly restored, drop me an email. I don’t see any way I’ll be getting to Rusty anytime soon (Biscuit will be the first project I tackle once I have a garage again). So, I’d like to find a home where someone can use it. Here’s Rusty’s rebuild thread: http://www.ewillys.com/tag/rusty-dj-3a/?orderby=date&order=ASC&more=1
Photo of Rusty before work was begun.
A regular reader, who I’ll keep anonymous unless he’d like to come forward, thought he’d add a few items to my jeep collection, so he sent me a box with all these items in it. So, I big THANK YOU for the donation.
The newest issue of the Dispatcher Magazine should be hitting your mailbox soon, unless you aren’t a subscriber. If you aren’t a subscriber, then you should be! This week there’s a lenghty article on the Super Wagoneer, something about which I knew very little.
This early press photo of the M-679 was on eBay.
“1958 Willys Jeep 4×4 XM 679 Panel Van Press Photo. US Navy. Original.
Condition: Hole punched.
Pages: 1
Details: W 10 x H 8 x D 0.1 Weight 1”
UPDATE: Mike found a much better image of the back of this brochure on Facebook.
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Original Post from Aug 2013: This is one of the stranger brochures I’ve come across. It’s part of Kaiser Foil’s 1st Annual Barbecue contest. The brochure is 28 pages. This one sold on eBay.
“Original color catalog , 7 x 6.5 , 28 pages . Covers and pages have bending at the corner , also all pages are stained and wrinkled at the corner . This brochure is filled will barbecue hints and many recipes showing various products . The rear cover shows a Jeep Station Wagon which was an award in the Kaiser Aluminum Championship . The covers of this catalog are made from aluminum .”
UPDATE: Reminder that the Willys Reunion takes place this coming weekend. No, we won’t be there, but a bunch of other folks plan to go.
The 27th Annual Willys Jeep Reunion will be held May 17-18 at the Bertram Inn in Aurora, Ohio. As usual, we expect to see in excess of 100 Jeeps in attendance. Plus, at the swap meet, there will be vendors from all over the country selling New-Old-Stock and good used parts to help you with your restoration project or to find that rare replacement part you have been hunting for. Who knows what treasures and bargains you might unearth there?
