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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.
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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 .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9000.
Looks great, though it is missing the parking lights.
“Excellent condition”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $26,000 CDN?
Nice looking jeep. No description provided.
UPDATE: Now on eBay. Current no reserve bid is $5900.
(01/15/2020) Looks in good shape. Has a Kelly hardtop and EasyLok hubs.
View all the information on eBay
“Extremely nice 49 cj3a. No rust ever. Very unique original kelly steel cab. New tires, wheel cylinders, etc.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $18,000.
(09/23/2019) You can read the full story on the M-38 and trailer here: http://cj3b.info/Siblings/SurreyAgan.html
“Fully restored MC M38 Korean War era military Jeep and 1952 D-K M100 US Army trailer. 12 volt 4 wd. Has been garaged and not been started or driven since my late husband passed. Serious buyers only, not desperate to sell. Looking for someone who loves and appreciates these older treasures as much as we do and can provide the care needed to own this type of vehicle. Two tops included along with side curtains not shown, and extras.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/14/2019) It looks in nice shape. Not a perfect restoration, but a good refurb. It looks like the front frame horns weren’t replaced as part of the restoration.
https://bakersfield.craigslist.org/cto/d/bakersfield-1947-willeys-jeep/7075737262.html
“Beautiful 1947 Willys Jeep,complete frame off restoration with all new body parts,show condition. Only 532 miles since restored.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5000.
(10/17/2019) This has a driver’s side mounted spare, so might be a lefty body, but the grille is early. It looks like it has a sears top, not a “homemade cab”.
https://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/d/inchelium-1946-willys-jeep/7077000601.html
“1946 Willys Jeep, C-J2-A
4 Cycle, 4 Wheel Drive, 3 Speed Manual Transmission
Enclosed Homemade Cab
6′ Snow Plow, vaccum lift blade
New Tires
Collector Plates”
UPDATE: Still Available. I thought this would sell fast at this price.
(02/02/2020) Nice looking 2A with a few updates.
https://omaha.craigslist.org/atq/d/bennington-1946-cj2a/7067491034.html
“1946 Willys Jeep CJ2A, $700 of 5 new tires and tubes, new wheel cyls. and master cyl. All brake lines flushed and bled. Has a 1960 Chevy 153 cu in. 90Hp engine rebuilt with new clutch by previous owner, runs great. Factory insulated Sears full cab, two heaters one on each side of cab. Solid frame, little rust on body, hitch, original Willys floor mats. 12V conversion, electric wipers. Nice.”
The rims are a 1970s style, but they look in such good shape, I can’t tell if they are restored or not. The early Free-Lock hubs have been nicely restored.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/758964731178287/
“New everything 350 motor Turbo 350 Trans,Rancho shocks Bluetooth, hands free stereo”
UPDATE: Still Available. Now on eBay.
(02/14/2019) Looks like a nice build. I believe the windshield bulge allows the use of a CJ-5-style windshield wiper motor; A friend of mine did something similar with his flattie. I’ve never seen a hinged windshield quite like that.
View all the information on eBay
“Willys Jeep. 1948 C J 2 A. Rebuilt 225 Buick V6 1500 miles ago. Also SM 420 4 Speed rebuilt. Warn Winch. Spring over syst 11″ brakes. 44 rear 4.27 posi. 25 front. Tow bar setup. 33×12.50 x15 BFG. 15×10 wheels. New Best Top New gauges 2 fuel tanks. 10 gal each. Cross flow radiator. Heater. Lots of custom work. Lots of extra parts go with it. $12,500.00. OBO.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
Funny how these builds end up sometimes. This one is a shadow of what it was.
“I’m the current owner of the “Army Jeep Tractor Puller” that was built by Jesse James and a group of guys on the tv show Monster Garage. It aired in 2003 and is episode 3. Forty two various vehicles were built during the run of the series. This vehicle was later sold at Barrett Jackson in 2008 for $18,000. The engines were removed by the previous owner. What you see is what you get. If you do a search on youtube you can find the episode and watch the Jeep being built. This crazy ride could be built as a promo vehicle, a raffle prize, a collector could display it, or a builder could get it back on the road and show it. I can help ship it, will help load it, and can possibly deliver it on your dime. It’s located in Chandler, Az. Asking price is $5,000”
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Originally published April 2011:
If Jesse James and West Coast Choppers were to build a jeep, what kind of jeep would he build? Well, we have the answer from remarkablecars.com. This unusual build was available for auction in 2008. I can’t tell if it sold or not. He did manage to use some original parts. For example, that left fender sure looks like a WWII fender and there’s some original frame used too (you can make out the transfercase undercarriage mount near the rear tire).
“SUMMARY: This authentic WWII Willys Jeep transformed into a twin-engined tractor-pulling behemoth is sure to bring home the Big “V” both on the race track and the front lines. Sold on a Bill of Sale only. Special conditions apply.
DESCRIPTION: In the Summer of 2003, Jesse James accompanied Kid Rock to a USO Show for the troops overseas in Iraq. While there, Jesse was bit by the inspiration bug and set his mind towards his next build, the transition of an authentic WWII Willys Jeep into a twin-engined tractor-pulling behemoth using a team composed entirely of Army gearheads (well, with the exception of a couple of civilian experts). It wasn’t just a walk through the park, or even a walk through the front lines. Nearly every piece had to be fabricated for this build. Plus, the rear end and rims had to be modified for pulling. The biggest modification was comprised of extending the Jeep frame from 86″ to 180″. Over twice it’s original length.
THE DESIGNERS: Jesse James, custom-bike builder/designer, West Coast Choppers in Long Beach, CA, Joe Eder, multi-engine tractor-pull builder from North Collins, NY, Keith Kaucher, industrial designer, Kaucher Design Werks in Santa Monica, CA, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Kevin Sargent, utilities operations and maintenance technician, Headquarters Company/1st Engineer Brigade in Fort Leonard Wood, MO, 2nd Lt. Brian Johnson, armor officer, 1st Battalion/16th Cavalry Regiment in Fort Knox, KY.
THE BUILDERS: Jesse James, custom-bike builder/designer, West Coast Choppers in Long Beach, CA, Joe Eder, multi-engine tractor-pull builder from North Collins, NY, Pfc. Jesse Dugan, wheel vehicle mechanic, D Company/801st Main Support Brigade in Fort Campbell, KY, 2nd Lt. Brian Johnson/2LT, armor officer, 1st Battalion/16th Cavalry Regiment in Fort Knox, KY, Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Morin, light-wheeled vehicle mechanic, Headquarters Company/187 Ordnance Battalion in Fort Jackson, SC, Tim Porter, single-engine tractor-pull builder from Louisberg, KY, Master Sgt. Darrick Preston, mechanical maintenance supervisor, 16th Ordnance Battalion/Aberdeen Proving Ground in Abingdon, MD, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Kevin Sargent, utilities operations and maintenance technician, Headquarters Company/1st Engineer Brigade in Ft. Leonard Wood, MO and Spc. Benjamin Smith, metalworker, D Company/801st Mechanical Support Brigade in Fort Campbell, KY.
VEHICLE SPECS: Make: Willys Model: Jeep MB Year: 1943 Height: 64″ Width: 85″ (including rear tires) Length: 211″ Ground Clearance: 6″ to headers (1′ to frame) Horsepower/Torque: approximately 2,000hp /2,1000 torque Moving Parts: Includes the engine coupler, primary transmission, secondary gearbox and dual supercharged 502 engines. Special Welds: The guys performed heavy-duty welds on the body-frame extension and towing hitch. Additional Acquired or Machined Parts: The team fabricated the engine coupler, towing hitch and straight rims.”
This CJ-2A just sold. The asking price was $19,999.
https://www.schmitt.com/inventory/1948-willys-jeep-cj-2a
A variety of extras are included on this M-38. The windshield seems like it leans back a little farther than it should. I’ve never heard the term “Restored to Combat Class”.
http://www.warjeeps.com/mjs/sale20/adm024/adm024.html
“Has original parts, 24 volt system. Many original add-on’s that make this a unique find. Please see photos and review the video for running Jeep featuring a narrative from the owner and a full scope of all that is included with this sale.
Several of your inquiries have been to include further photos of what items are extra in my Dads large bin that comes with the Jeep. I’ve put many more photos in the ad now, several items most likely will have no interest to you, nevertheless they come with the Jeep.
I’ve personally never looked at the underside of the Jeep until I took these photos, it is not that easy to snap these upside down, but I did my best. I should tell you that it will have a few areas I know that need to be sanded, I believe on the right front passenger side on the undercarriage. The Jeep has been sitting several years without care, covered, but still without my dads care due to his illnesses, and I know he has not been able to maintain or do further work that he had planned on completing with the Jeep. But, all things considered, it’s not a shiny showpiece, however, it is one heck of a Jeep!
We’d Love to hear from you, make your best offer!”
UPDATE: Note the comments below. The engine wasn’t original to this model and the grille has the vent hole, which didn’t come out until later.
Nice looking truck that has both a winch and a rear PTO gearbox.
https://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/d/aubrey-1953-willys-4wd-pickup/7069198693.html
“1Rotisserie restoration 1953 Willys 4wd pickup, original 226ci motor and manual transmission, collector’s dream. Rare rear pto and heavy duty frontend winch.”
Looks in good shape. Includes a trailer.
https://bham.craigslist.org/cto/d/chelsea-jeep-38a/7068261521.html
“1953 M-38 A Military Jeep and Matching Trailer. All original with all assecories. Runs good Hurricane 4-cyc. Engine, 3-sp. Manual trans. Very nice.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
Looks solid, but a few things aren’t original.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/395089341469106
“Completely restored, rebuilt and or replaced. Frame off restoration. Many original parts. New springs, fuel lines, brakes, gauges, e-brake, wipers. Professional rebuilt engine, trans, diffs, transfer case. Best top included. Heater parts. To much to list. Must see to appreciate”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $7650.
(01/13/2016) Has a fiberglass body.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/394045252049230
“1951 Willys fiberglass body 200 + hp ! Runs great awesome little Jeep Directional tires great tread ,high and low range If you want to go there this little baby will make it through $7500.00 OBO”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $15,500.
Looks like a nice, road capable Jeepster.
“Beautiful car straight body, nice paint 350 Chevy engine Auto transmission Front disc Rear drum brakesinterior in great shape. Power brakes Power steering only 2960 jeepsters were produced in 1949 which makes this one of the rarest jeepsters.This jeepster runs and drives beautifully A total of 19,132 original VJ Jeepsters were produced over three model years:[3]
1948 – 10,326
1949 – 2,960
1950 – 5,836
New wheels & Tires
New convertible top.”
Though not restored to original, it’s a nice looking 2A.
View all the information on eBay
“Willys Jeep 1947 CJ2A – Frame-off restoration, runs and drives like new. Condition is immaculate. Rebuilt engine, overdrive added, ahooga horn, new paint (interior, exterior, engine), Pyle USA marine Bluetooth with marine speakers, new exhaust, reupholstered seats, rebuilt fuel pump, electronic ignition, rewired 12-volt electrical system, tires excellent including new spare and side mount, all lights and gauges functional. Car cover. Registered and clean title.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/02/2019) Looks solid.
https://nh.craigslist.org/cto/d/chepachet-1952-military-jeep/7056290858.html
“1952 Jeep M38A1, excellent condition, new clutch, carb, brakes, upholstery, top, has dummy 30 cal. Center mount machine gun with original mount, runs and drives very well, $10500”
UPDATE II: This jeep sold, but Blaine spotted an interesting story from Jalopnik about the history of this jeep: https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/classic-cars/this-one-owner-1946-farm-jeep-has-a-fascinating-and-mysterious-history/ar-BBYZhlE?ocid=spartandhp
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,500.
“1946 Jeep Willys CJ 2A
Gouvenor and PTO from factory
This is a farm-all jeep
1 owner from new for 73 years
35,000 farm Miles
Every bit original
Originally bill of sale
3 inch binder with every service recorded.
Five original wheels and tires
Back seat
Passenger seat
Pass wiper
Original go devil 4
4×4
Perfect floors
In excellent condition
For sale
$10,500”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $16,500.
Bill’s got this nice looking truck for sale and he provides a detailed review of what’s been done to it.
“For sale is a restored 1951 Willys Overland pickup truck which I’ve owned for the past 18 years. The truck is a four wheel drive, 1 ton model with a 3 speed transmission and 2 speed transfer case. It’s powered by the Willys ‘Hurricane’ engine and still retains its 6 volt electrical system. Everything works on the truck as it should and it drives and stops fine. It’s been garaged for the past 22 years with the last 10 years in a climate controlled garage.
It’s an older “body off frame” restoration that was started in 1998 and was approximately 90% completed in 2005 after which it was stored for 15 years. I finally completed it this past summer. Unfortunately, some of the work that I had originally completed years ago had to be redone due to the length of time that it sat. It’s only been driven approximately 19 miles since I’ve owned it. Before contacting me, please read below for ALL the details on what work was done and when it was done. And, yes, you CAN drive it home if you want.
This has some interesting mods, especially on the dash.
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/d/victorville-1946-willys-jeep/7054440416.html
“1946 Willys Jeep, 350 Chevy crate Motor – over 400 horsepower, 4 speed, 4 wheel Drive, paid $20,000 for Jeep in 2013 and have invested over $55,000, too much to list”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $20,000.
The jeep doesn’t start at the moment.
“1943 Ford GPW. This jeep was completely restored (by my Grandfather), frame off, down to every nut and bolt in the 1990s and has been in the garage ever since. converter to 12v. Has a canvas top. Has some minor blemishes and a few minor spots of rust that has occurred post resort. The jeep was last driven about 2 years ago, without any driving issues or mechanical issues. The jeep has about 25 miles in the last 7 years, zero in the last 2 years. The jeep currently doesn’t want to start (engine cranks), not sure if its just gas or other. feel free to email or text any questions and i will do my best to answer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,500.
(10/01/2019) Looks like this was a standard wagon (not a delivery) before it was modified.
“1948 Willys Overland with early 1950 front sheet metal. Powered by Ford (289) matched to the original 1948 running gear with a Timken rear end. Can be inspected at.
Adams Specialty Automotive Repair”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $11,000.
(11/09/2019) Appears in good shape.
https://maine.craigslist.org/cto/d/sanford-willys-jeep/7049556660.html
“1952 M38A1 Jeep Willys.
No metal patches and no bondo.
Frame in excellent shape.
Runs and drives great!”
