Monthly Archives: November 2011

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1959 FC-170 Jaffrey, NH **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.  This was located in Jaffrey, NH, but is now in Smithsburg, MD.  However, the pictures are the same.

(08/20/2011) This looks in good condition.

“1959 Willys Jeep Forward Control FC 170.  Very rare. 16000 original miles. Used originally as a fire truck. Converted to a dump truck with dual exhaust by high school auto body program.   Dual pistons under dump.  Can lift a load.  Truck has no rust, has  sandblasted and painted frame.  4 speed transmission and completely rebuilt engine.  Truck can haul like wild.  Needs bumper and wipers attached.  Only selling because I have problems with knees and hips and have a lot of trouble getting in and out of it.  Paid more than asking price. Located in Jaffrey, NH and can be seen upon request”

 
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1942 MB Belfair, Wa $3000

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UPDATE:  Still Available

(11/07/2011) I’m not sure if this runs or not.

“1942 Willys MB, mostly all stock, lockright rachating posi rear, $3000.00 OBO,if intrested call for info, can not/will not email, please call 360-275-0544, Thank You, Bill.”

http://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/cto/2688962453.html

 
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Happy Thanksgiving!

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Just when I was wondering what kind of turkey-willys post I could create for today’s holiday, Roberto forwarded me the perfect illustration.  So, today I am thankful for his artistry!  Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

 
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1950 CJV-35U Bozeman, Mt **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

The seller notes that there is also a hard top the winner can purchase for an additional $200.

“This is a dry Montana vehicle that was clearly kept out of the weather for most of its life, and the body is in remarkably good shape (we don’t salt our roads in Montana, so rust is not an issue as it is many other places). Many of the parts that make the CJV-35 unique are still on the Jeep, including dash plates, rear lift rings, front hooks,  hood snorkel cutout, headlight rings, and the specially-notched gas tank. The jeep appears to have had one repaint in a civilian green, and US government markings can be seen poking out from below (see photos). It looks like it was in use as an US Interior Department vehicle after its time in the Marines, but no other history is known. The motor has been replaced with a good-runing 1960’s era Buick (?) V6, but the rest of the driveline appears stock. The jeep runs and drives well, has good civilian tire on it, and good seats (are these even original, perhaps in black vinyl for the underwater driving?). Brakes, steering, suspension, tranny, 4 wheel drive all work well.

Any interested parties are encouraged to look at the jeep in person and drive it. All questions via email will be answered promptly. We have attempted to take as many high-res photos as possible so that the condition of the jeep can be assessed. This is sold “AS-IS” and “WHERE-IS”, and absolutely no warantees are made concerning the vehicle or its condition, either expressed or implied.

Again: restoring a military jeep is a wonderful but time and money-consuming task. If you’re going to make the investment, WHY NOT RESTORE THE BEST AND RAREST? One thing’s for sure – you will be the only one in your club with a CJV-35. Thanks for bidding and good luck!”

 
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1948 Truck Pottstown, Pa **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was listed at $5600.

“This 1948 Willys Overland pick-up is offered by the owner of the last 12 years. He had it re-painted upon purchase in 1999, and has used it for local driving and some parades over the years. He says it is all in good working order apart from a fuel gauge stuck on full, and included in the sale are his detailed records for work including valves and rings and electrical over the years, along with other service records from the previous owner back to 1987.”

 
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Unusual ‘VEEP’ Tennessee $1500

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Hog spotted this one. While not a real VEEP, this custom VW Jeep is unusual.

“1979 Jeep Tub, With 1970 V W Beetle front end, Frame is 2×3 channel H-frame jig welded to rear by section, 20 gal. fuel tank under hood
Engine is a 1972, 1600 DUAL PORT Beetle with the big bore kit, 1 size under the largest kit, Oil cooler, Spin on oil filter
4 speed stock trans.
Hurst shifter,
Wiring from dune buggy,
Has V W Title,
Extra Parts
(931-962-0073) Phone cell #( 931-636-5239 )”

http://winchester.craigslist.org/cto/2649293024.html

 
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George Carpenter’s Peep Adventure

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Howard wrote to me this morning, sharing the news that his father George passed away yesterday.  In remembrance, Howard wanted to share an article from Stars and Stripes about the time his father jumped out of a jeep just before it was shelled. You can read the article below.  He noted that his father always referred to the jeep as a peep, even the Wranglers!

Howard writes that his father George was “an advanced scout in A Troop, 94th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron (Mechanized) of the 14th Armored Division. They earned the official designation of “The Liberators” because they liberated about 200,000 allied POWs from German prison camps, as well as several concentration camps. It’s interesting reading if you ever have time to google it, as is their involvement in the Battle of Hatten-Rittershoffen.”

I asked him if they had jeeps while Howard was growing up. He wrote, “We never had Jeeps growing up, though he always mentioned them when we saw one. My 18-year-old son got a beat up 1989 YJ a couple of years ago, and even through his Alzheimer’s Disease my father would enjoy riding with no top or doors and would always mention driving across Germany in one. My son has developed a strong interest and is reading up on restoration, and has said he intends to always keep a project going on when he gets out of college. I guess that means he’ll always stay broke!”

So, this post is a tribute to George.

 

 
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Slat Grille Iron River, MI **SOLD**

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These don’t pop up very often.

“I have an original slat grill taken from a Willys MB Jeep. I can supply more and better pics upon request, or just stop by corner of US2 and 8th ave in Iron River, MI. I’m just West of old middle school.”

http://northernwi.craigslist.org/pts/2717279566.html

 
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1948 CJ-2A Colorado Springs, Co $4500

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This looks good.

“Very nice. Everything re-built. Low miles. 6V, very original. Needs nothing. Runs and drives. $4500.00 obo. Please call Dave at 719-499-8000”

http://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/2716659084.html

 
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1946 CJ-2A Waterford, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE; **SOLD** Was $810.

There’s some value here.

“Here is a solid 1946 Willys CJ-2A jeep. It is a fairly complete project vehicle”