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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 $1250. This is a DJ-3A body.
(12/09/2010) This sure looks like a DJ-3A body.
“For sale 1953 willys need to sale has clean texas title, runs good overhualed flahead straight 4 cylinder, 3 speed tires are good, has leak in brakelines so they need to be replaced good off road for beach or great for hunting call me for info or to come see it.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
(04/01/2011) The pics are a little blurred, but it looks solid. The buy-it-now price of $2000 might be a good price.
“1952 willys jeep 4×4,buick 265 v-6 engine,new headers,new gas tank,new brakes and cylinders, everything works but horn, have clear title,vehicle is registerd but needs state inspection to drive on public roads.4 wheel drive components work good. very little rust . has lots of new metal.worst rust is above window.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2900
(03/25/2010) Here’s a solid looking truck.
“1951 Willys Jeep pickup. 4×4 231v6 buick motor that needs little work. 3 speed tranny, This is a super solid classic truck with original interior.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $600.
(04/13/2011) Maybe a parts jeep?
“This is first year civilian jeep, Totally complete but needs total restoration,, , no title but woudl be great for farm or ranch as this is what it was made for, also has only surface rust,, hood and windshield is in primer,,, has new 6 volt battery,,shift knobs,,, jeep VERY solid,,, even tail gate works perfect,, ti has the 4 cyl go devil 134 engine,, L head,,and i think T-90 transmission”
http://eauclaire.craigslist.org/cto/2359809905.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $300
(08/24/2011) Needs some work.
“willys cj2a fiberglass tub very solid ,thick fiberglass, needs some work $400 or interesting trades.lokking for wrangler yj parts or what do you have?”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $11,000
(03/21/2011) This is a pretty rig. It’s mostly stock, though there are a few changes. One of them is that the windshield arms have been swapped in a clean manner for differently shaped arms. I thought the idea to put the lights under the rear was a creative solution to keep from drilling lights into the body; however, if they will take a pretty good pounding in dirty or gravel from flying rocks or dirt or water.
“This 1946 Willys CJ2A was completely restored and runs like a Swiss watch! Less than 1,000 miles of recently rebuilt flathead 4 cylinder engine. Carb rebuilt. All seals replaced, no leaks. 4×4, hubs, transfer case and transmission all in top-notch condition. New paint job — a real head-turner! New military tires. It breaks my heart to part with this Jeep, but I’m having to relocate for work and can’t take it with me. My loss is your gain! Happy to answer any questions you have. Please call 561-450-7524 or email mediarazzi@gmail.com.”
http://miami.craigslist.org/pbc/cto/2359767809.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1350.
(03/24/2011) I think that’s a cammo paint job.
“1948 willys jeep cj2a as you can see some one put a f head engine in it engine runs will need a major tuneup inc carb kit etc the gears all work brakes w.ill pump up but will need to be addressed , has what i think is a carson alum top i have the doors for it in the front very end of the frame on both sides some one has welded plates there. …..tires are shot .chrome spoke rim desent shape….. i have a good nebraska title for it 1650.00 cash”
UPDATE: Was $2000. **SOLD**
(04/30/2011) If the rust is light, this might not be a bad price.
“1948 WILLYS PICKUP WITH GOOD NEBRASKA TITLE. (4) FOUR WHEEL DRIVE, 12 VOLT ELECTRIAL SYSTEM. 1959 SMALL BLOCK CHEVY MOTOR, WITH ELECTRIC IGNITION
NEW BATTERY, STARTER, PLUGS, FRESH OIL. RUNS GOOD BUT NEEDS CLUTCH AND BRAKE MASTER CYLINDERS INSTALLED. HAVE USED WILWOOD BRAKE AND CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDERS AND PEDALS
BODY HAS SOME RUST,VERY GOOD GLASS, REAR FENDERS NEED WORK, 4 KEYSTONE STEEL SPOKE RIMS”
Harold Stephen loves old jeeps. He loved them so much he spent time exploring the world in both a CJ-5 and a Landcruiser during the 1960s. In 1965-6 Harold Stephens, along with Al Podell, picture editor of Argosy magazine, formed the Trans World Record Expedition and set the world’s record for the longest non-repetitive miles motor trip around the world (42,500 miles). They captured their trip in their co-authored book, Who Needs a Road. I just bought a copy and you can find a paperback copy for sale here.
Prior to their joint trip, Harold purchased a CJ-5 and shipped it with a small trailer to Europe. He writes, “Three months in Europe, and no accommodations to worry about. I camped in the shadows of medieval chateaus and age-old monasteries. When I could find none of these, I camped in farmers’ cow pastures. Many times I awoke to discover cows nibble at my shoes outside my door. If farmers came, they were usually friendly, providing I had closed the gate behind me, and often invited me to the farmhouse for coffee and homemade bread.” You can read more about his CJ-5 European adventure here, including a two month stay in a Russian Jail.
He eventually made his way back to Spain, parked his Jeep and returned to the US. He sold his story to Argosy Magazine and then his editor asked him if he would be interested in an around the world tour in a Toyota Land Cruiser (I tired to find the argosy article, but was unsuccessful). He said yes, so he and a few others went pack to Spain, picked up a Landcruiser, snagged his jeep, and then started off on their journey.
This is Harold with his CJ-5:
Here’s a good pic of the Landcruiser
Read all about their Trans World Record Expedition at the transasiaexpedition.com website
Here is Harold’s Personal Site
From April 19th through Dec 30 the Walter P. Chrysler Museum at One Chrysler Drive, Auburn Hills, MI, will be holding a special “70 years of Jeep” exhibit, which includes a special display of a Willys MA. Personally, it is slightly frustrating that the officials holding these ‘jeep’ anniversaries don’t recognize this as the 71st year (1940 was the actual delivery date of the first jeeps) rather than the 70th year, but it seems since they are sponsoring the events, they are framing history in their own way.
