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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 .
We’ve seen a few of these promos sold on eBay. This is a nice reference piece.
“original salesman’s non color folder , 8.5 x 11 folded , 17 x 11 unfolded , shows Jeep and Gladiator Promo Models , Jeep jewelry , pen , playing cards , key chain , ashtray , windshield scraper, etc. Also includes order price information . This was printed by the Jeep factory and sent to the dealers.”
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I can’t tell how large/small the vehicles are.
“You are bidding on a vintage U.S. Armed Forces Battle Front Giant Set. This set is in the original box. All the items in the set are plastic and are in very good condition. I am noting items that are broken or things that I see, but I am not an expert on these toys. So, please take a close look at the pictures that I have posted. Manufactured by Multiple Products Corporation, New York, NY. Made in the USA. The set includes tank, weasel, exploding bridge, missile carrier, shooting cannon, personnel carrier, 2 jeeps, one with a canapy, army truck, 3 tents (one says U.S. Army N.Q. 351st Infantry), 5 pieces of barbed wire fences, 5 drivers (blue men that are sitting), 30 soldiers, and accessories.
The bridge does not explode. There is a spring on the bottom, and what appears to be a broken part in the box, so it does not work. There is a white missile with a red base (not pictured), but I don’t know what vehicle it goes with, or even if it goes with the set. It is possible that there is a part missing from one of the vehicles that holds this missile. The cannon has the spring, and it pulls back to shoot something, but I don’t know what. The canapy on the army truck does not appear to sit properly and stay on. One of the tents is missing 2 legs. It is possible that there were more than 5 pieces of barbed wire fence. Accessories: There are 6 rifles, some of the soldiers have helmets which can be removed and put on other soldiers. There are a few belts and bullet proof vests, but there were probably more accessories in the original set. The items are clean except for some dust on some of the vehicles. The vehicles appear to have all their wheels and they do not look broken.”
This is an interesting reference document.
“original non color folder , 8.5 x 11 folded , 17 x 11 unfolded , also order form sheet , 8.5 x 11 . Includes Jeep stationery , business cards , car invoices , new car order forms etc. Auction is for both items.”
Abe shared with me the following story: “While driving thru Vermont this past summer I ran across these jeeps sitting in some very tall grass. Asked for permission to take the pics on cell phone. Ergo lousy quality.”
Not only did Abe take pictures, but he got the owner’s business card, too. And, on the card, is a website: http://www.nejeeps.com So, thanks to Abe, maybe the folks in the Northeast have another resource for old jeeps and parts.
Here are Abe’s pics:
The CJ-2A below was built by a student from the local High School under Wayne’s supervision:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“original non color folder , 8.5 x 11 folded , 17 x 11 unfolded , this is volume 1 #3 of “Jeep Merchandiser” . Published by the merchandising and advertising department for Jeep salesman.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“original non color folder , 8.5 x 11 folded , 17 x 11 unfolded , this is volume 1 #4 of “Jeep Merchandiser” . Published by the merchandising and advertising department for Jeep salesman.”
Whatever it is, it wasn’t done that well. But, since it’s odd, it is here.
” Up for auction One frosted beer bottle ..The bottle is a amber ” BUD LIGHT ” beer bottle. It has ” Willys Jeepster ” frosted into It below ” BUD LIGHT “. Above it on the neck is ” B L “. It is about 9 inchs tall and a screw cap top.”
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UPDATE: I bought one of these from this seller. It was in great shape.
Here is another “Jeep in Industry” Brochure for sale. The picture below is from a previous auction. (the one for sale does NOT have the writing on it like the pic below).
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Brian invited me over to his house to meet Brian and see the a new Barn find: A 1943 MB. They found just outside the tricities area. It’s got some hat channel issues, but otherwise is pretty solid. It’s also has an engine that Brian got running today. It’s a great find and, except for a lot of very cold wasps, will make a great stock MB. Since they live nearby, they’ve promised me a few additional adventures that include hunting for jeeps. I look forward to that.
Here are a couple photos taken by my favorite photographer (Ann of course). In front of the stock MB is Art’s recently purchase M-38, which looks and runs great. A former Navy Seabee, Art has decorated his jeep to reflect his time in the Navy. Behind that is the ‘barn find’ and then behind that is Brian’s flattie.
And here is one Brian and Art took early of their jeeps on a hill somewhere in the hills somewhere near Kennewick.
Roberto shared the following, along with his newest drawing:
“I send you one of the comics drawn for French bimontly magazine “4×4 Story Spécial Jeep”, translated to English, This is the comic published at issue 46. The subject of the comic was the employ of the jeep during the vintage of wine at France. After WW2 many army surplus vehicle were employed by civilians and of course, at the areas devoted to the well known French wines. In fact, there was at least one winery commercialised a product called “Jeep”. One video at “You Tube”:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LggnPHKaFY
More:
http://www.alexgambal.com/blog/harvest-2009/the-2009-harvest-begins.html
The magazine website is:
