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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. This section used to be split into jeeps, parts and other categories, but recent changes to eBay will require this information to be recoded.
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.
Looking for parts and not sure where to go? There are a variety of large and small new and used parts sellers both online and offline.
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: **Status Unknown** Was $5500
Looks like a solid jeep to drive as is or restore.
“1953 m38a1 (Willys 4×4 jeep) for sale. Jeep is is in good shape. I was going to restore myself but i don’t have time due to illness in family. It does run, but vacuum lines need to be replaced. I do have a few extra parts that go with it. $5500.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $17,000.
Looks sound, but not quite all stock.
“My Dad Passed Away and We are Selling his Classics
1944 Willys WWII Army Jeep
Not Wrecked, Clear Title
Sold: AS IS”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3900.
Runs and drives.
“Selling Willy’s jeep in solid condition. Bought to do full restore but do not have the time. Runs / drives well. Will consider trade for pontoon boat.”
It goes faster with flames! No description provided.
https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/d/48-willys/6281365422.html
That cab could use some cleaning!
“Late 40s Willy’s pickup. Mostly complete. Engine is not seized. N”
https://richmond.craigslist.org/cto/d/willys-truck/6284735083.html
No pics provided.
“Runs and drives no title needs master cylinder.sorry no email and no spam. Do not need help selling $1500. ”
https://cleveland.craigslist.org/cto/d/willys-jeep/6289369165.html
Project. No Body.
“1946 Willys CJ2A project jeep for sale.
Frame sand blasted and painted. Rolling chassis ready to go.
2 motors, (not sure if either are good)
Transmission and Transfer-case still mated to one motor.
lots of parts.
Does not have a full tub.
Multiple windshields and front grilles
Would like to keep the jeep, but i currently do not have anywhere to work on it. I would rather see it be used, than sitting in my yard.
Looking for $1400 OBO Title in hand.”
https://ashtabula.craigslist.org/cto/d/1946-willys-cj2a-project-jeep/6284687748.html
UPDATE: Still Available.
(07/10/2015) “The ’53 has a brand new rag top, still in the box. Has a V8 engine. A Warn winch. A Warn over drive. A brand new windshield. A new poly gas tank. Has a Cadillac steering column. A Chevy steering box. A fully synchronized 3 speed transmission. Need some work to get it running.”
https://butte.craigslist.org/cto/d/53-willys-cj3b-jeep/6287557012.html
David Tracy wrote a good piece of the engineering flaw(?) related to the WWII jeeps, specifically the installation of the bell crank on the axle and the problems it caused. He also does a good pointing out that there were alternatives to Willys’ steering system that were used by Bantam and Ford on their prototypes. I’m sure he would have liked an answer as to WHY Willys ended up using the system it did, but he doesn’t draw any conclusions.
You can read his article here: http://truckyeah.jalopnik.com/the-legendary-world-war-ii-jeep-had-a-dangerous-enginee-1797186236
Bellcrank photo is from the G503 thread: https://g503.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=96&t=224584&start=90