Likely from around 1958, this illustrated brochure is 24 pages. The front page included the title, “Man moves forward on WHEELS”. Unfortunately, I did my final bid too soon and lost out at the end. It was dumb on my part. Below are the pages posted to eBay. Hopefully, the buyer reads eWillys and is willing to send a scan of the booklet.
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The Jeep GPV Volkswagen From Sandman
UPDATE IV: “J” was able to locate and purchase one of these rare sandman GPVs.
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Originally posted Aug 19, 2023, UPDATE III: Jay shared some more pics!

UPDATE II: After 10 plus years, we finally have a photo of an actual GPV Volkswagen-jeep! Thanks to Jay for sending this photo. I hope we can get some more!
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UPDATE Jan 18, 2013: I found a second brochure that identifies this as a Sandman GPV
Has anyone ever heard of this Volkswagen/jeep model? It doesn’t seem to be a VEEP. Other searches yielded nothing about this unusual rig.
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BROCHURE #2
“original non color folder 8.5 x 5.5 folded , 17 x 5.5 unfolded . This Jeep replica used a Volkswagen chassis . Produced by General Purpose Vehicles , Sandman Sales , Fortworth Texas.
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1957 Canvas Dealer Sign on eBay
The seller of this sign has listed it at $250, but will consider lower offers. It likely is the only one of its kind.
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“Very cool canvas dealer sign. 46” x 24” Appears to be hand painted. This was found mounted to a board. There is some damage to one corner. Tape has been applied to help hold its position. Very cool piece. You will NOT find another
Vintage Canvas Banner Dealer Wall Hanging 1957 57 Willis Jeep RARE Hand Painted.”
Odd Jeep Printers Block on eBay
This block depicts an oddly shaped jeep (?). It almost looks like a jeepney.
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“Vintage Printing Letterpress Block
The block of wood is approximately 4 inches by 1.6 inches. 0.9 inch thick wood.
If you need exact measurements, please let me know.
Subject matter is:
Jeep or similar vehicle with things on the roof.
There is a sign also that shows which way Canada is.
I haven’t tried to polish this up or anything but it probably could become shinier if somebody decided to do that.
Some of the pictures where it’s clearer or shinier is because of how I positioned the lighting in the room.”
1948 Sedan Delivery Aberdeen, WA $950
Unclear how much value is here, but the body appears straight.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/aberdeen-1948-willys-panel-wheel-drive/7628286571.html
“Are you looking to build a rat rod or looking good parts vehicle. ??? This would make a great one…1948 Willys panel 2 wheel drive. 90 percent complete. Original motor stuck. Needs glass, body has rust on bottom (see photos) body is straight. This vehicle has been siting for over 40yrs. Floors are soft. No title sold with bill of sale…. $950.00 OBO.”
Odd Flatfender Creation/Art
Darin Rolf posted these two photos to Facebook. It is an oddity for sure! It appears to be somewhere in Colorado.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/247270289549336/permalink/1320563978886623/
1950 M-38 Bullhead City, AZ $17,000
Gotta love the hood’s paint job. Looks like a good build.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/247270289549336/permalink/1320453628897658/
“For Sale…1950 M38, Buick V6, 3 Speed Manual Transmission. Warn Hubs, Rancho Suspension, Tilt Steering Wheel, No Rust, Custom Roll Bar with Soft Top. Front Winch, Tow Bar, New Front Seats, (not the black ones pictured in first photo)Twist Release Seat Belts, Custom Storage Box, original rear seat frame, Custom rack with Bumber Jack and 2-5 Gal Gas Cans, 2 Ammo boxes, Spare Tire, mounted Axe and Shovel. CB Radio. New Battery. All the original brass dash information plates . Fired right up after sitting. Runs strong, needs fresh gas and a bath. This Beautiful Jeep is Senior owned and has been in storage for 10 years. Selling for my dad. Located in Bullhead City, Arizona. Asking $17,000. Obo”
Misfits Club Jacket
This jacket was spotted in a Yakima (WA) store by a PNW4WDA member (I just missed out on purchasing it). The club was from my home town of Renton.
There was a family a couple blocks from us that belonged to this club (something I remember as they had a cute girl my age … we both went to the same elementary school). I don’t recall this ever being a very big club, so this is a pretty rare find.
San Juan Scenic Jeep Tours Brochure
This is another example of a San Juan Scenic Jeep Tour brochure. It is a tri-fold brochure that is 8.5″x11″ when fully unfolded.
This is the cover.
This is the back when folded.
This is partially unfolded.
This shows the brochure when fully unfolded.

































