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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.
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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: **Status Unknown** Was $15,900
“Uncut jeep. Full frame off restoration. All documentation. Have all stars,litters,manuals,flags,everything goes with jeep”
It’s been roughed up a bit, but runs.
https://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/d/durango-1954-willys-jeep-m170-m38a1-cj-6/7019136135.html
“1954 Willys Jeep M170 which is the military vehicle that inspired the CJ-6/Scrambler/Unlimited. It is an M38A1 stretched at the factory 20″ with about a 101″ wheelbase. This particular one appears to be USMC used for mobile radio rather than ambulance, but it has some of the ambulance features like holes in the tailgate and flip passenger seat. The M170 is a pretty rare Jeep as they only made a little over 6000 of them.
It has a good running F-Head 134 Huricane, T-90 3 speed manual, Dana 18 transfer case, original driveshafts and stock axles front and rear with 5.38s. I need to look again, but I think the front is a Dana 25 and rear Dana 44. Transmission is currently not installed and the engine is not currently wired/plumbed, just bolted in place, but I have driven them and they worked fine for me.
Some signs of body work/dents around the drivers door, hood and cowl. The fenders are rough, but they would work if you cut them for tire clearance. Other than that, amazingly rust free for the age including all the various storage boxes this model has.
Comes with a tow bar.”
This Navy generator circa 1942-1944 includes a rare heat shield.
https://desmoines.craigslist.org/pts/d/norwalk-jeep-engine/7005906862.html
“complete Navy military self contained Power Unit, about 1942 – 1944
Generator is powered by a Willys Jeep 4 cylinder gas engine
Filed the points, hot wired the distributor, attached oil pressure gauge, poured gas in the carb
Started right up, made oil pressure,
I did not try to get power from the generator.
Has all the steel panels to keep it dry.
Call to see it, if it’s listed it’s for sale.
15kv, 3 phase, 120 volts, General electric
Hour meter reads 0133.5
serial number 70
call to see/buy it,”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2700.
(10/06/2019) Body seems in at least decent shape.
“1950 Jeep Willys cj3 project”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4250
Has some updates.
https://kalamazoo.craigslist.org/cto/d/sturgis-1957-willys-jeep-price-drop/7017105822.html
“For sale is a 1957 WILLYS JEEP that runs and drives great! 4wd and lock outs work, trans shifts like a 70 year old 3 speed. I’ve put many miles on this thing since bringing it back to life, all around town and country driving, maybe 45 mph or so.
CONS:
The original engine at some point has been replaced with a ford 2.3L 4 cylinder out of a 70s pinto( using the original trans/ transfer case and axles) it also shares the brake cylinder of that make. It has a steering column maybe from a pinto? And seat from another vehicle as well. The original fuel cell has been move to the rear for whatever reason. The windshield is broken (I’ve gotten a quote and am willing to pull the frame, do the work and have the new one installed for a small fee something). The body does have some glass / filler in it but VERY solid frame and body, suspension ect.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
Some value here, but needs a closer look.
“1948 Willys Jeep.
Engine needs rebuild. Will start but no compression.
Body and drive train in good shape. Transmission has been rebuilt.
Rewired to 12V
lock-up hub, electric windshield wipers
canvas top frame. Canvas needs to be replaced.
Original 16’’ wheels and seat frames
In addition a parts jeep with another set of lock-up hubs, able and steering parts, body, grill, radiator.
No engine, rear axle.”
Strange price. Parts or project.
https://houston.craigslist.org/bar/d/pinehurst-old-willy-jeep-50009/7017048460.html
“Motor runs great trans works great the bad is it needs new differential front and back are needed.. they were junk so i got rid of them … i can load it on a trailer for you… as is where is cash only… you dont have the cash in hand don’t waist your time or mine thanks
THIS WAS A BARN FIND NO TITLE”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2100.
(09/15/2019) It’s a project with an extra body.
https://racine.craigslist.org/cto/d/zion-1948-willys-jeep-cj2a/7001700191.html
“1948 Jeep CJ2A Project. Body and frame are rough. Includes repairable tub from 1949 CJ2A. Engine and trans are currently removed. Engine is disassembled, but all parts are there. Crank and block are machined and ready to rebuild. Sold as is as a project. Can also include an extra set of axles for an additional $250.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $360.
Steve shared this jeep for sale. Looks like there’s parts value.
“No engine or trans No paperwork No trades Have sheet metal cut for rust spots on floors Has tag on firewall Frame is good except for up front where bumper mounts needs to be welded”
UPDATE II: There’s a reference to the shield in a 1943 Tech manual (pg 23). Still no part number.
UPDATE: Another heat shield on an industrial WWII L-134 spotted today (at bottom).
Barney Goodwin from Barney’s Jeep Parts shared a pic of this rare heat shield (he has several in his parts inventory). It mounts between the carb and the intake manifold. We’ve been trying to document a part number, pics, or other evidence of its use. The only evidence so far are two industrial engines with heat shields.
Here’s the heat shield Barney has in stock. Anyone have a part number for this?
As sometimes happens, when I know what to look for, things sometimes pop up. In this case, after writing this post, I ran across a WWII Industrial engine for sale in Santa Cruz that has a heat shield installed. It’s hard to tell how far the wing sticks out.
When searching the industrial equipment archives, an image from 2015 of a civilian industrial engine with a heat shield with a heat shield popped up. The wing is more easily seen. Whether this heat shield is the same as Barney’s or not I couldn’t say for sure:
This Navy unit is powered by a L-134 with a heat shield:
