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About eWillys
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.
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 .
“engine – Buick Odd Fire V-6, 231 cubic inch, Muncie transmission 4 speed, Dana 18 transfer case, Dana 27 front axle 4.88 gears, Warn Hubs, Dana 44 rear axle 4.88 , lockers – Power Trax Lock Right both axles, Warn overdrive, power brakes, power steering, CJ3A windshield, soft top with doors”
(09/08/2017) Looks in good shape. The recessed headlights suggest this was more likely a Scamp than a Veep, but both kits looked very similar otherwise (as best as I can tell).
“Fun to drive, draws attention from admirers, great for snowbirds to pull behind an RV.
In 2004, at this jeep’s birth, it took a second place in a car show in Sacramento.
This is a conversion of a 1946 Willy’s jeep cj3a (army style) into what was called back in the ’70’s a “Veep”, which meant a steel Jeep body with VW bug running gear (motor and trans).
This Jeep body came out of a shipping crate with army green paint and had never been assembled until i opened it and bolted the hood and floor plate together in 2004. The engine is a dual port stock 1600cc air-cooled motor with a single solex 30 carburetor built in 2004. It has a type 1 transmission with standard 4-spd manual shifting. This Jeep includes the following features:
Four wheel disc brakes
External oil cooler w/ thermostatically controlled cooling fan
Four Fox shocks including external reservoirs in the rear
VW beam front end
Centerline aluminum rims (new tires)
White front bucket seats
A removable rear bench that seats 3 on black diamond stitching
VDO vintage gold rimed gauges
The clear plastic windows in the doors was replaced in 2016
Diamond plate floor under the hood compartment
Custom spare tire mount on front for improved weight distribution
Many customizations..
Many of the upgrades and customizations were installed by a shop in mesa around 2015 and cost me over $8,000.
This jeep has an original 14,000 miles on it from the front to the transmission and engine and from top to bottom. You can see from the youtube video address above that the jeep runs great and sounds awesome. This jeep does not have the old low gearing of a 1946 army jeep with top limits of 45mph. This jeep can do 65-70mph on the freeway easy.
I used it for a daily commuter for a year, then played with it as a pleasure vehicle for the family, now it just sits in the garage and only gets run on the weekends. I just drove it from Arizona to San Francisco for a business trip for a few weeks then back again. It ran perfectly. However, I’m interested in trying something else now.
I am taking offers and will consider all offers that are presented via voicemail or direct phone call. I will not respond to nor consider offers via email or text.
I am under no illusion that I will get back my $15,000 that i have invested in the Jeep and will not be offended by your offer. Please offer what you think it is worth to you and I’ll accept or decline with no hard feelings nor offense taken.
Make sure you watch the youtube video before contacting me since it answers many questions about the Jeep.
Will consider trade for a Suzuki Sidekick or a Geo Tracker or Toyota RAV4 but only a 2dr hard top in fully restored condition that is as pristine as my Jeep and I prefer a 2wd.“
“1948 Willys CJ2A with a 3A windshield. Chevy 350 gear drive engine, Chevy truck 4 speed manual transmission, Dana 300 twin stick transfer case, Toyota axles, rear spool, coil 4 link rear suspension, leaf spring cross over steering front suspension, 35×16.5×16 super swamper bogger tires on American Racing custom wheels, too much to list. No tire kickers. Serious inquiries only. Will only show to cash in hand buyers. $7500.00 OBO.”
“This Kaiser Jeepster Commando Truck (Half Cab) is pure joy. I can’t tell you how much fun this little truck can be. I drove a 69 Jeepster when I was in high school, and when this 1971 project presented itself, I couldn’t resist. I bought this Jeepster from a guy who had it parked in a airplane hanger around Colorado Springs. Because I was very familiar with the original Jeepster’s I took great pains to find original parts and did my best to make it as pure of a Kaiser Jeepster as possible. I even bought a Half Cab that had been crushed to obtain the orignal black moulding pieces (that are impossible to find!). The white truck bed cover is an original Whitco Jeepster top that I was lucky to find new in the box. This Jeepster has a Dauntless V6 motor with a three speed transmission. The 4 Wheel Drive works very well.
I’ve driven it back and forth from Colorado to Wichita KS several times. I have an excellent mechanic in Estes Park as well as another in Wichita. These guys have loved working on it. I have had everything reviewed, and this car is in as good of shape as one could expect from a 1971 Jeepster. The Half Cab’s really turn an eye. It seems to me that many people have seen the Station Wagon’s and the Convertible’s but have seldom seen the Truck.”
“1950 JEEP STATION WAGON WILLYS OVERLAND LITTLE HOT ROD OR SURF WAGON HAS 283 CHEVY ENG. WITH A 2 SPEED POWERGLIDE AUTOMATIC HAS CAMARO FRONT CLIP HAS POWER BRAKES HAS POWER STEERING AND TILT STEERING HAS NEW TIRES NEW RADIATOR NEW ELECTRIC FAN NEW GAS TANK NEW GLASS HAS LIKE NEW INTERIOR RUNS GREAT ITS LIC. AND IN NAME $ 15,500 OBO’
May need a transfercase rebuild and a new clutch, but I still think this may be a good price.
1952 Canadian military M38 “jeep” built buy Ford of Canada.
A direct copy of the Willy’s American built M38 with a few custom features for the Canadian Government.
The biggest difference was the addition of a Warren front winch and data plates with Imperial units.
Correct British radio set.
This is an older armature restoration.
The Good:
Runs great! Has a Jasper rebuilt engine, Starts right up and is quiet and smooth.
Brakes are in excellent shape. New master cyl and 90% plus brake shoes.
Excellent top and interior, Good Canadian made tires.
Drives and shifts well.
Comes with the correct Canadian built trailer.
The bad:
Clutch slips under a heavy load.
Has a noisy bearing in the transfer case.
Use it as a parade or trailer queen or fix and hit the road!
$8500 No Trades! If its listed its for sale!”
“This Jeep CJ-3A is a restored example that was featured on BaT in January of 2014. Power is supplied by a L-134 “Go Devil” four-cylinder and 3-speed manual transmission. The seller states that the previous owner purchased the jeep from the second owner in 2003, and restoration work was completed in 2004. It has been co-owned by the seller and a business partner since 2014. Just under 21k miles have been driven since the completion of restoration work, around 500 miles of which were driven during the seller’s ownership. Details of the restoration include replacement of the body tub, sandblasting and refinishing the frame, a new top and interior, and detailing of the mechanical components.”
134 cubic inch 4cyl
3 speed manual transmission
5.13:1 gears
99% rust free jeep from Arizona
Minor dings, no dents, new body work and paint
New black vinyl interior
New wheel cylinders, brake shoes, and drums
New OEM front bumper
Fabricated rear bumper
Original rear counter balance weight
Hand fabricated stainless steel fuel tank with electic fuel pump
New windshield and gaskets
Original side and rear glass
Fabricated front roll pan
Clipped rear fenders
New door gaskets
New exhaust from the manifold back
Original FC Badges
Hubs gone through and serviced
Factory radio delete plate and air cleaner included in the sale
15×8 Aluminum wheels
31/10.50R15 BFG All Terrains
Original glass front marker lenses. One has a crack but is in tact and hardly noticeable
Crack in the original door glass but it is in tact
Speedometer and wipers do not currently work.
Original bed and tailgate are in great condition.
No rot on the truck. Only patch is the passenger side floor.
Touch up paint included with the sale”
I thought I had listed this, but I can’t seem to find it now.
“1959 Jeep FC-150 4X4. This is the rarest year for these FC’s (Forward Control) they only made 1546 of them in 1959. Please don’t bid unless you have funds and you are ready to purchase. I have it for sale here in locally and reserve right to end auction at anytime. Fully restored every nut and bolt has been taken off. Stock body and drive train EXCEPT for the new built 225 V-6, Odd-fire Dauntless and Warn Overdrive. Runs and drives great. Everything works and installed a upgraded radiator. You can drive her anywhere also I have N.O.S. FC-170 front springs to raise the front end if you wanted to do that just haven’t installed them. I have a full walk around video you can text me for it 720-882-4215 I can also help setup shipping if needed. These are very hard to find and I know the value. I am trying to sell a few of my toys to make room for others. Thanks and please any and all questions please call me before bidding. Clean Colorado title will be included.”
Still has Colorado plates. I wonder if it has been registered in Ohio yet.
“1948 CJ2A Originally from Colorado Excellent Condition Rust Free Previous owner had it for 67 years New brakes and axle seals all around Normandy Blue”
UPDATE: Claus confirmed that this same jeep was on eBay for $20k recently. If you see this posted other places on Craigslist, I’d suggest flatting it.
Craig shared this ad. The too-good-to-be-true price on this beautiful M-38 suggests it is likely a scam. The phone number for the ad is a California one, but it was listed in the Ann Arbor, Michigan, Craigslist. That doesn’t automatically mean it’s a scam (as I still have my Cali phone number), but is just another reason to be suspect.
“Also has new 12 volt batteries. Totally rebuilt engine and transmission”
“Selling our 1949 Willys jeepster. Car runs great. Willys only mad this car for 4 years and it’s 1 of 2960 made in 1949. Were only selling it because we have 2 babies and no time to drive. Car was driven in Hot August Nights. I have all records including pictures of the car before it was restored. Great weekend driver. $12,500 obo.”
“This is my 1955 willys cj5. It has been my pride and joy for the last 12years, and I am ready to let someone else enjoy this wonderful vehicle.
It is a blast to drive, and great to look at! It was fully restored in 2006. It served me as my Daily driver all through high school and then some years after. It has been kept indoors for the last 10 years. The more kids we have the less it gets driven, and it is depressing to see it set and not get used. I would rather have someone enjoy it than have it set in my garage with the other “toys” I don’t use anymore.
It appears this is a CJ-3A with a DJ-3A body. Looks like a fun little rig. It is 2WD now.
“This 1951 Willys has been in the family for over 20 years. It’s a neat cruise around car perfect for parades. The complete driveline has been changed over to an early 90’s Ford Mustang. 4 cyc. motor-trans and rearend. The seats from the mustang were also used and reupholstered. This summer, we replaced all 4 tires and inner/outer tie rods. Possibly open to trades.“
“1955 Willys M-170 Frontline Ambulance, 24 volt system, needs some TLC, haven’t done anything to it in the past 6 years but it is still in great condition, runs great, some extra parts”
“1980’s chev power (229) v6
Holly
Hid ignition
New t 90 a1 trans
Dana 18 transfer
Warn over drive 30% all gears
Front diff Dana 25
Rear diff Dana 44
Warn winch
Tow bar
Heater defrost
11″ clutch
Power steering
Full best top ..perfect condition
Custom tube work all over
Custom seats and covers
many many important items on this rig …
You jump in and go …name the place its ready or I will give it to you for free”
“1942 Willys MB Jeep. Upgrades include: Chevy 283 V8, 4spd, Warn Overdrive, premium warn hubs, tilt wheel, stainless windshield, newer 33″ tires, lift kit, and new VDO tach and igntion box. The engine is healthy and the 4wd and brakes work good. Also includes full soft top with doors, a bikini top, and a brand new car cover.”