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It’s missing a bumper and needs a new starter.
“1951 willys overland 2wd stock 134 flathead was running but needs a starter now 765-749-7942”
http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/1586798877.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“This is a 1951 Willys UT Jeep. The body is complete and in good condition. The floor pans on the inside have rust. All of the gauges work. The engine is a L Head 4 cy. Transmission is a 3sp with hi/low transfer case 4wd. This jeep runs and drives great. I have owned this jeep for about 5 years. During that time I have had several people wanting to buy it. I purchased it with the intention of restoring it. Realizing that I just don’t have the time, I’ve decided to sell it. Also the title is free and clear.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2150
(08/24/09)It’s bit rough.
“1954 Willys Jeep CJ 3B, Runs and drives, Pretty much all stock, their are some add on’s, Has the factory seats and some extra parts, Original floor boards in good shape, This would make an excellent restoration CJ 3B, Asking $2150.00 OBO, If interested please call shawn at 503-8693495.”
Stephen spotted this unusual ebay Item. I could only find one reference to “The Story of the Magnet and the Tunnel” and rather than it being related to Willys Overland or Willys Motors, it was related to an advertising push to spur the sale and promotion of Lee Hats. The timing of this push was the early 50s and, in the case of the tie-in with the Drew Pearson Show, it was sometime around 1952-1953.
So, how this strategy for Lee hats resulted in the tie-in with Willys is still a bit of a mystery to me. One interesting note is that the image at the bottom of this post is labeled ‘Willys Motors’ and has a rather CJ-5ish/CJ-3bish look to it. The entity ‘Willys Motors’ was the name given to Willys Overland following the April 1953 purchase of W/O by Kaiser/Frazer Industries, so I would assume the brochure was created after that.
According to the brochure’s seller, “We are offering a very unusual and scarce book. It’s about sales figures and advertising. It was apparently sent to the dealers by Cruse W. Moss V.P. in charge of sales, that’s what it shows on the last page. Nine pages of print on both sides.Our photos show the condition of the item up for bid.”
Born in Normandy (near Saint-Lo), France, Eric says he always wanted to have a Jeep. While serving in the French Marines, he got the opportunity to drive Jeeps — In Africa and other places — which only only served to worsen his desire for a Jeep (yes, became a victim of the ‘Willys Sickness’).
Finally, in 1997, he found a 1942 GPW in the town of Carentan that needed restoration. If Eric is like the rest of us, he probably felt it would only take a year or two to restore it (I don’t have any pre-restoration pics); instead, the restoration took 7 years. However, the results speak for themselves — it’s a beautiful Jeep he named the Belly Flopper and in which he travels the countryside whenever he gets the chance.
While Eric’s family still lives in the Normandy area, Eric has moved to the central area of France, which is a bit cooler, especially in the winter. The reason Eric and I exchanged emails initially was because he was searching for a heater. I gave him some links on some newer heater options, but had no luck with any early heaters. If you know of any for sale, he still might be interested in purchase them. Just add a comment below and I’ll contact you.
Thanks for sharing Eric!
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
This looks like a nicely stock plow jeep at a good price.
“Classic 1963 Jeep . Vin number lists everything on it as universal, so its a standard willys jeep. Has hard top and doors. 4 cyl not running currently. Good solid jeep. Very strong. Comes with original equipment meyers snow plow. Needs brakes, hasnt had them since Ive owned it. I only used it to plow, stopped with the plow.. Shows approximately 95000 miles give or take, Ready to be restored to original. sold as is needs to be trailered or rollbacked”
This looks solid.
“This is a 1947 Willys CJ2A that looks and runs great. It has some minor rust around the windshield but has been a great summer run around car. People always stop and stare with envy. It has only been run in the summer since it only has a half rag top”
Here’s a crawler.
“Built trail rig will take you on any trail in the state just as it is. Chevy 4.3l fuel injected, TH350, 39″ Pit Bull tires, ram assist steering, built and locked Dana 44 axles (chromoly & chryo treated), full cage, coil and linked rear, spring over front. Many more modifications. Call for information: Michael (303) 823-5628.”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/1585871457.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1400
(12/16/09) “Vintage antique Jeep. Bought this project 5 years ago. The motor has been rebult top to bottom by Rodney’s Machine Shop- Jarretsville MD, new gas tank, new brakes, suspension totally redone including the four leaf springs-shocks etc. and complete exhaust system. Just put new battery and solenoid in it. Needs body work, new seats etc. Hood and rear Willys gate in great condition. Have spare steering column with a original Willys steering wheel in excellent condition that comes with it. Great project vechicle for the Jeep enthusiast or ????? Valid Maryland Title. Have $2,700 in it and will let it go for $1,400 firm or the highest bidder. Call 443-831-9045 or email questions or inquiries.”
http://baltimore.en.craigslist.org/cto/1585919100.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3800
“o.d. green cj 3a. mostly original L 134 engine 6 volt system vac wipers. new tires, good body. ”