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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 .
Looks like a good price.
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/488223207110167/
“1949 Willys Jeepster fully restored. Awesome parade or just cruising vehicle. Completely rebuilt L134 and T86 three speed w/ overdrive. Truly a fun car to drive down the road. The video in the ad was taken 6/17/24. Lots of spare parts and manuals. Move is forcing sale.”
With three days left, the price of this non-running jeepster is currently at $650. Andy points out that for most folks, retrieving this from the island of Nantucket will be time consuming and extra expensive.
“1949 Willys-Overland Jeepster Sport Utility Vehicle, 6-cyl gas, manual, (Exempt from Odometer Disclosure – Reads 1,333 miles) True Mileage Unknown (Not Running, Drivetrain Condition Unknown) (Title Branded Odometer Discrepancy) (Vehicles have been sitting for an extended period of time. Some were enjoyed by the estate and other were future projects. There is no history available regarding the last time it was operational or what work had been performed on the vehicles in the past.”
With three days left, the price of this non-running jeepster is currently at $450. Andy points out that for most folks, retrieving this from the island of Nantucket will be time consuming and extra expensive.
“1948 Willys-Overland Jeepster Sport Utility Vehicle, 4-cyl gas, manual, (Exempt from Odometer Disclosure – Reads 48,164 miles) True Mileage Unknown (Not Running, Drivetrain Condition Unknown, Flat/Bad Tires, Worn Interior) (Title Branded Odometer Discrepancy) (Vehicles have been sitting for an extended period of time. Some were enjoyed by the estate and other were future projects. There is no history available regarding the last time it was operational or what work had been performed on the vehicles in the past.”
This lacks a title.
“1950 Willys-Overland Jeepster Sport Utility Vehicle, s/n 473VJ1327, 4-cyl gas, manual, (Exempt from Odometer Disclosure – Reads 69,833 miles) Estate Sale Vehicle (No Title – Sold For Parts Only) (Not Running, Cranks, Drivetrain Condition Unknown, Rust Damage, Bad Passenger Side Rear Tire, Does Not Hold Air)”
Tom shared this Jeepster Commando that sounds road ready.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/466879802502898
“304 V8,automatic transmission, lots of work done. New floor and rocker panels. Good mechanical condition. Top comes off, and it’s ready for summer cruises.”
Looks in great shape. No description provided.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2422631347931616
TJ shared this project Jeepster.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1170045641025250
“1948 Willys Jeepster. 4 cyl. Complete. After not running since the 60’s, had it running a couple years ago. New tires. New floorboards ready to be installed. Front need to be replaced. Rear are ok, but I planned on doing them all. $3500. Possible trade for ??? No projects and I have cash to put toward something worth more than the Jeepster. Clean title, non-op in my name. Located in Yuba City.”
The FC is listed at $10,500. Unclear what the Jeepster’s price is.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1369339280446707
“1948 willys jeepster. On chevy s-10 chasis, with 69 mustang 302. Runs and drives .Has extra parts, trim and seats that go with car, original ribs for top that needs restoration. has wind wings for doors and snap on windows.also for sale is the red one, a 1958 willys fc 170 all original, and runs ,has rust, wear and tear as expected, not restored. Please call [hidden information] for more info or set time to come see. 10,500 obo. for the red one”
This Commando has an unusual dash setup.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1230976524956311
“It has a Buick 350 swapped into it, which runs surprisingly well. It has never failed to start, even after sitting for years at a time. It runs and drives, but needs steering attention and brakes redone. Body is in overall, decent shape. Top is in rough shape and is only on to protect from the elements. It has an original dash, and dash pad, along with a new steering column. There is no wiring, other than what is necessary to start the vehicle. It will come with a new wiring harness, from “Painless Performance”.”
UPDATE: This Jeepster photo is making the rounds on Facebook; this post provides a little more info.
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Posted December 24, 2020: This article provides more information about this stunt Jeepster and plane. It was published in the March 20, 1949, issue of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
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Originally Published Dec 8, 2012:
The Sunkist Lady was an Aeronca 15AC Sedan airplane flown by Dick Riedel and Bill Barris used to set a world-record for endurance flight. They spent a total of 1008 hours and 2 minutes aboard the airplane, ending their flight in April of 1949. Unfortunately for them, their record was broken six months later.
What makes this relevant for jeep fans was that to keep the plan in the air, the crew used Jeepsters borrowed from local dealers to race down the airport runway so the crew could hand fuel and food to the two pilots.
Thanks to Colin for forwarding the story!
Here is a link to a story and a video about the flight (124 MB): http://www.cityoffullerton.com/depts/airport/the_sunkist_lady.asp
Here is a second article: http://vintageairphotos.blogspot.com/2012/03/saga-of-sunkist-lady.html. The picture below is from that article.
