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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 $3000
(07/26/2011) This may be a solid jeep for the price.
“i have a 1953 willys jeep that is in really good shape, have a rebuilt willys engine. 3 speed transmission and four wheel drive works great.. i am asking 3000 but might consider trading it for a nice bumper pull camper or a nice ski boat with open bow..and must be water ready…thank for looking.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“non color catalog , 4 x 9 , 12 pages , describes the Willy’s franchise and shows five models plus small photos of Jeeps and others in dealerships.”
UPDATE: I completed the book. There are some good stories of jeeping and others having nothing to do with jeeps. If you like adventure and travel, or African travel, or the challenges of border crossing, give this book a read. One favorite anecdote Andy writes about was a boss of his who at one time was Willys Overland Salesman in Africa during the 1940s. One of his sales strategies was roll them down a hill, tip them upright, and drive them away to demonstrate how hardy they were.
Andy’s website is here. You can follow his travels via sailboat as well http://www.rson.ca/index.php
I was on Amazon yesterday ordering a book called “Jumping Fire: A Smokejumper’s Memoir of Fighting Wildfire” (which has a fascinating story about how smoke jumpers used a willys wagon). One thing led to another and I ran across a second book called “African Wanderlust: Across Colonial Africa by Jeep”. Never having heard of that book, I ordered it and will report on it once I read it.
African Wanderlust: Across Colonial Africa by Jeep
This looked nice and stock and really good . . . until I saw that the body was rhino lined on the outside. Sigh.
“Jeep is a 1946 CJ2a with a Willys 4 cylinder gas flat head engine, 6 volt electrical system,3 speed manual transmission. Jeep has been totally sandblasted with a full length floor pan installed,some new sheetmetal also installed. There is no rust and very little Bondo. New seats, new glass, shocks. Axles have not been pulled. Jeep had a spray on Rhino like finish applied. Jeep has engine noise probably tappet related. Canvas top also included. For additional info contact Bill @ 307-333-3244 or email @ wmwonkus@earthlink.net”
View all the images and information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
This looks solid. The bumper is unusual. There’s something wooden on the dash that I can’t quite see either. This may be a good price.
“Parade ready, runs great, nice paint, new top, recent restoration. Lots of spares. Needs tires. I’m not using it and need the space in the garage!”
The truck has some dust, but otherwise looks nice. The jeep is listed as a 1950, but I’m guessing it is more likely a CJ-2A.
“Auction Saturday, August 11 10 am. Jeep pickup is fully restored. Willys Jeep, motor fully restored with over $2500 spent on motor. Also selling other Willys jeep parts. http://www.mchjauctioneers.com/ Owner 402-640-2487.”
http://sd.craigslist.org/pts/3136052971.html
UPDATE: Mitch pointed out that this has a battery box. To me this means this is likely an original body rather than a repro. Check out the motor and wiring. Not the correct engine, but looks like some good work here.
“COMPLETE FRAME-OFF RESTORATION (w/photos of process)
1948 Jeep Willys 4X4 (The “GI’s” vehicle)
•Rebuilt 3 speed 4 cylinder motor w/ 3 miles. Yes 3 miles total!
•Converted to an all new 12 volt system including an alternator
New electrical, wiring, fuse blocks, and a 2 week old battery
Fold down windshield & front A-frame fold down tow-bar
New paint, moulding, lights/lenses, upholstery & interior
Too much to keep listing…
It wont start now, husband passed 2 years ago
its garaged, and it hasn’t been started since…
Moving and cant take it with
Priced to Sell, WILL GO FAST!
Pink in hand w/ non-op reg
Contact:
eight O five) 9one5 – 9five80″
http://santamaria.craigslist.org/cto/3136138652.html
I hope to return to North Tonawanda soon. If you are there, visit the North Tonawanda History Museum. I’m working with the Director to make part of it a destination and the home for Wurlitzer Music History.
“this is basically a rolling frame and drivetrain,with the live rear pto unit. extra engine , front and rear axles.maybe a few other parts. with the registration….any questions please call or text dave @ 417 2301.thanks”
I’m not sure how much search pulled up a UK add, but what the heck …
“The nicest tub and frame you ever saw! No added sheetmetal, welds, bondo or any media blasting of any kind. This jeep has never been left outside. Frame tub and any drivetrain parts shown are included. Let me know if you have any questions I will keep it short here since the pictures show the story. The closer you look at this body the better it looks.
No Rust!!”
http://london.craigslist.co.uk/pts/3134173161.html
Needs carb and brake work.
“1947 willys titled as a 50, has a 289 motor, also have the omni directional tires that go with it (Not pictured). Body is in decent shape for the year has some rust. Its covered in 3M camo tape wrap (peeling). There is a crack in the windshield and it needs some carb and brake work. Any more questions feel free to ask. Text 989-3three0-zero1nine9. I will get back with you as soon as possible, I work second shift. I can also text or e-mail more pics if you want. Thanks for looking.May also be interested in trades, tell me what you have.”
http://annarbor.craigslist.org/cto/3134824528.html
