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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: **SOLD** Was $4400.
This may go quickly.
“An original CJ3B for sale. New brake wheel and master cylinders. Runs well. 4 whl drive. Original 6 volt electrical system. New speedometer. A full enclosed top available at extra cost”
Seller is selling his jeep collection.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/gilbert-willys-ford-gpw-jeep-collection/7057149188.html
“I am selling my collection of war jeeps. Will sell as a collection or individually. They range from absolute originals to perfectly restored .
M381a restored nuts and bolts $24000
M381a restored driver $11000
M 38 original $17000
GPW driver $9500
1- MB Rare original survivor $18000
1- CJ2a very early civilian $ 7500
I also have many hard to find original parts, engines, transmissions, axles and more. Many military collectibles.
Shown by appointment to serious buyers.
No scammers please…..”
UPDATE: I *think* I’ve found a workaround solution, as my main laptop is working once again. If you have 2011 Mac and have vertical lines (as seen below), you likely have a video card problem (aka the AMD graphics chip has failed). There’s a software strategy for working around that which you can find here.
I didn’t get much done yesterday, due to technical difficulties, so updates delayed until Monday. I spent a good deal of time replacing the motherboard on my main laptop, only to find out that the motherboard wasn’t the problem. Sigh. At least I have my 10 year old laptop still (and it still works pretty good).
It appears I will have to use a software hack to make the computer work properly again. So, that’s Sunday’s task….
The screen problems ….
Not good! I may end up purchasing another laptop. We’ll see how things go….
It wasn’t all bad news on Saturday. I now have a red CJ-2A Al-Toy (the one in the middle of the jeeps) to go with my tan Al-Toy. I got the red one for $50 (plus $20 shipping) with all the thanks going to Gayland for picking it up and mailing it to me. It needs one rivet fixed on the hood and one at the bottom of the steering wheel, but otherwise looks in good shape.
Just a few updates for Saturday. Updates resume Sunday.
This brochure was published in June 1960.
UPDATE: A revised version of the 4 Wheel Drive “How to” booklet can be viewed here.
I would guess this is an early 1952 booklet. The “W” shown on the back likely puts it after the big push in 1952 to shift towards the Willys marketing umbrella, but not late enough to list the 1953 475 model truck.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $900.
(11/05/2019) The title that goes with this claims it is a 1943, but it looks to be more of a compilation of parts.
“1943 Jeep Willys with CLEAR TITLE.
Title says: 1943 Willys.
a 6-1/2 ft snowplow and hydraulic pump and 2 small boxes with other parts and extra steering box.
also 2 front windshield frames hanging on the snowplow are part of the sale.
Jeep has running gear and a Ford 2.3 four cylinder motor with 15,000 miles
on it with manual transmission (separate in my garage)
To restore or part out
for condition: see pictures”
The first brochure, Form W-230-5, is the domestic brochure. The second brochure, Form SX-230-4, was released by the Willys-Overland Export Company.
There are small differences between the two brochures on both the front and back pages. The interior pages are the same.
Form SX-230-4:
