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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. This section used to be split into jeeps, parts and other categories, but recent changes to eBay will require this information to be recoded.
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 .
No title.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/491061990107340
“54 cj3b project. $2500, no title. runs and drives. new carb, fuel tank, fuel pump, call for details”
It’s complete, but it’s a project. No description provided.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/835668236472205/permalink/8329909953714625
This is a project.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3721824504803026
“1946 Willy’s Jeep CJ2A with title and tags. The seats and canvas top with doors are in a crate, also the engine is disassembled in a crate and appears to have been machined. I am in no hurry to sell it and I’m not hurting for money. I’m giving someone else the opportunity to own this and spend the time restoring it. $6,500 or best offer. ( For those of you who think this is a funny price, Or Best Offer means make a cash offer and then bring your trailer, you never know what price I’ll accept.)”
Given the Meyer hardtop and the completeness of the rig, there could be some value here if the engine spins.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1120818832316427
“Will need to be trailerd, currently does not run. Everything is there. Just needs someone to put the time into it to restore it. Front, rear and transmission all work as they should. Frame is solid. No broken glass.”
This has “dual hub extensions”, which is why the front end axle and wheels look extra wide.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1008759010702300
“1946 Willys, Original Drivetrain. Has arctic cab hard top, also have original windshield frame. Front axle has Dual hub extensions, which were a somewhat rare option, they can be easily unbolted. Engine spins freely, I have not had it running in my time owning it. No title. I got it from an Iron Mine in Michigan. Too many projects, clearing yard,”
Unclear how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1001075304653413/
“Project Jeep previous owner put in a V-6, I have an original style flat head 4 that goes with it”
This has been completely disassembled.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1016787763434999
before disassembly:
“I’m moving out of state and am looking for someone that would be willing to take over my project. Read description and see the last photos!!! This 1950 Willys CJ3A has been in my possession for the past 5 years. I have bought it with intention of rebuilding it from ground up. It has been disassembled to the last bolt, frame has been blasted and painted using rust encapsulating paint. Bumpers installed. Axles, transmission, transfer case disassembled, cleaned, painted, ready to be put together. Original engine, L134, has not been touched and is not turning over even by hand. Cylinders have been soaking in WD40 for the past few years. It is all there except: fenders, one rim, seat frames, fuel tank, steering wheel. Clean title! Everything is in storage in Schiller Park and would have to be picked up from there. Let me know should you have any specific questions. I have a lot of photos from disassembly process.”
Steve shared these two videos showing swamp buggy racing from the 1950s and swamp buggy racing today. I remember seeing similar videos on the Wide World of Sports back in the late 1970s.
This first video highlights some crazy looking buggies (and no helmeted-drivers):
This video shows some vintage looking jeeps and how slow they go in the swamp (9:46 mark).
Page three of this four-page September 1955 issue includes a long article on Warn Hub servicing. Warn determined that 98% of problems folks were having with the hubs was due to users not reading the instructions properly. From our perspective, I think it shows just how new and unusual a selective hub was for consumers.
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UPDATE: Next weekend is the 10th Annual Southwest Ohio Jeep FC Gathering & Swap Meet. If you aren’t attending, but want to order a T-shirt, you can use this link to do that.
https://www.designsnow.biz/product-page/jeep-fc-gathering-tshirt-2024
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If you are interested in attending, contact Roger or Sharon for more info:
Roger and Sharon Martin’s Place
1905 Roxanna New Burlington Road Waynesville, OH 45068
937-477-5270 rogerjm55 @gmail.com