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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: Price bumped to $3500.
(02/15/2013) Note the air cleaner solution.
“Jeep, 1943 Ford. Has tow bar, towing lights, winch, top (bad fabric). Has a V6 (Buick) installed. New battery, radiator (rebuilt) and carb (rebuilt). Engine runs, but has leak in block. Mag wheels and big tires. Extra parts included. Titled and licensed.”
http://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/3715616528.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500
(01/12/0213) Lots of parts, but definitely a project.
“1942 GPW Willy Jeep WWII JEEP – Motor was rebuilt, 80% all parts believed to be available, Jeep is apart, Clear title, Asking $2,500
OBO
CALL WESTON @ LE-BILL CO”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1700.
The body appears cut at the driver’s side.
“Up for sale is a genuine World War II project jeep – not running, but it wouldnt take much to get it there. It consists of serial numbers matching body and frame, engine and tran/tcase combo with parking brake, leaf springs, axles and wheels/tires. I have other accessories for sale as well, but this is your foundation to get started restoring one of the simplest vehicles ever made, and one of the best.”
UPDATE: Was $5000. **SOLD**
The price isn’t bad. The body looks pretty in tact.
“This thing is well, cool as it gets!
1945 FORD GP Sand Jeep.
Crane roller rockers
Crane roller rockers
Edelbrock intake
Edelbrock carburetor
K&N air filter
Accel coil
Moroso crank case breathers
Mickey Thompson valve covers
5 point seat belts
15 gallon racing fuel cell
Really nice paddles tires
Clear California title
Headers with dual flow masters
Ford 9″ rear end
Turbo 350 with shift kit”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“I am selling a 1942 Ford GPW Military Jeep. I purchased this Jeep to restore but have
hurt my back and now need to sell it. GPW’s are getting harder to find now.
This particular one is still in running condition and the engine appears to be complete.
All the gauges and VIN tags are there. The body is rough but I believe its repairable.
A GPW of course comes with a solid tailgate but this Jeep has no tailgate.
I apologize for the lack of pictures. We just had 8 inches of snow and I’ve been in
bed for a week with a bad back. I will add pictures in a few days if I see some
interest in this Jeep. Feel free to email with questions. I’ve applied for a title
in my name but it hasn’t come yet. I bought this Jeep with a good Title so eventually
the Title will be available.”
This GPW includes a flatbed trailer for towing it.
“1942 Ford GPW Jeep – older restoration, painted as a “Follow Me” jeep, it is used as a reenactors jeep (has won Best Vehicle at the Midland Texas Airshow) Stored inside. Converted to 12 volt. 4 cylinder jeep engine, original drive train, combat rims, two older tops. Also included is a 2006 two axle bumper pull flatbed trailer for towing jeep on highway, trailer is painted olive drab.This jeep is a lot of fun and always a head turner. Any questions feel free to email.”
http://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/3700688275.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(03/18/2013) “Collectable. Original 1947 Willy’s army jeep. Believed to be a 1942 but was first registered in 1947. Great condition, no rust. Runs great but carb could use some work. 2 sets of tires in great condition, original seats in great condition and original gas cans. A lot of FUN! Serious buyers only!! Call Connie at five 0 9- nine five three-one six one three”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/3686939773.html
UPDATE: Was $5000. Status Unknown.
The rear has been lengthened. However, unclear when this mod was completed. There have been other mb/gpws with lengthened rears. However, the bench seat are definitely an eyesore.
“Take a gander at what I have here………..The previous owner did a nice custom job adding 16″ to the overall length with bench seats!!! This one of a kind Ford GPW jeep has a Kaiser Supersonic flat head 4 cyl that runs and drives. This is an awesome trail buggy/ two-tracker ( and summer is right around the corner) or a nice rare find for someone who wants to restore an original one. I have the original title from the first owner when he bought it in 1962.
Serious inquiries, equal trades, and reasonable offers will be pondered, looking for black rifles, Kalashnikovs, Ammo, a nice motorcycle who knows”
UPDATE: There were two bids. This sold for $1556. It was a public impound auction held on eBay.
The most interesting item on this jeep might be the plates. The serial number is #12718. This has the taller windshield, but split, which is unusual. The soft top door has a rather large window, too.
“$145 lien sale processing paperwork/listing fee will be added to winning bid.
The following is a lien sale auction. We are a public impound facility and this vehicle was towed under the authority of the Oakland Police Department and has been unclaimed. The vehicle is being auctioned to satisfy our lien. Since this is a Lien Sale Auction, there are no license plates with the vehicle. The winning bidder will receive California Lien Sale Paperwork in order to register this vehicle and receive title.
This lien sale auction is being held pursuant to California Lien Sale Civil Codes 3071 or 3072. All vehicles are sold with no guaranties or warranties and are being sold to satisfy A & B’s lien. The purchaser is solely responsible for necessary repairs to insure compliance with California and federal standards. (see ebay for more info)”
UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**
This is a mix of parts.
“Here is GPW 7608. This is one of the very early and rare jeeps built by Ford but they did not have any frames so they had to put them on Wills MB frames. This jeep came from the factory in February or March 1942 having a Ford body on a Willys frame. This jeep is a very desirable jeep once restored and it will need a full restoration. It has Ford front seats, early axles, radiator, Ford GPW engine but missing the pistons, Ford GPW head, T-84 transmission case with no gears, Ford GPW transfer case and some data plates. The center nomenclature plate is missing but does exist in the collection of a very well known WWII Jeep supplier in Oregon and may become available. I will provide the name and details to the winning bidder. A photo is shown in the data base on the G503 web site. There is no title but I can obtain one if it is needed to be shipped overseas(for extra cost). I can haul this jeep to the port in Oakland for the cost of my gas. Shipping overseas is no problem at all and I have a great shipping company I can recommend.”
