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About eWillys
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.
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 .
“1951 Willys M38 project. No engine. Twin-stick transfer case, Warn overdrive unit. Brand new Rancho suspension. Tires are old but have almost no miles on them. I have the headlight buckets and trim also. This jeep is going to require a lot of work to put together. I bit off more than I can handle. I bought it from a junk yard, so there isn’t a title until it gets put together and inspected by the highway patrol.
This jeep had a carbureted 302 in it when I bought it, so that’s what the motor mounts are. I bought a fuel injected 302 to put in it, but never did. ”
UPDATE: Seller has a 2A windshield on this and now has a 3A windshield. It has an unusual PTO setup on the rear.
“1952 Willys M38 for sale.
It has the rare original, factory front and rear twin stick PTO system.
Seats are in very good condition, it’s been converted to 12 volt.
No rust, original tub is in great condition, runs great, just needs master cylinder(which is included).
The Willys is an original western, dry, no salt vehicle.
I also have spare parts that are included such as windshield frames, new wiring harness, headlight guards, new brake cylinders, new gas tank, as well as many other new and original parts.
It has all of the original data plates mounted on the dash.
No current CT title, just a bill of sale will be provided to the buyer.”
The estate sale has ended, but the jeep might still be for sale?
“Estate / Antique sale Thurs-Saturday, June 30th-July 2nd at 9-6 on 5076 W. Gifford Rd, Bloomington west side. NO EARLY BIRDS! Just north of Karst Farms Park and just east of Bloomington airport. 1952 Jeep Willys, ”
Between “Excellent Project” and “Blue Chip Investment” the seller is overselling this one.
“Fresh from the barn serial# 65627 of 72329 very scarce model of the M38. Super solid frame some floor pan rust lots of dents and some tore sheet metal. The previous owner told me it was running 10 years ago when it was parked. The engine is free. It was converted to 12volt. I am selling it as found the gas tank is very rusty inside. Like I said this is begging for a total restoration these are becoming the next blue chip investment. I do have a transferable N.Y. title.”
“I have a barn find 1951 Willy’s Jeep. It was my Dad’s. It ran about 3-4 years ago. It does not currently run. I think the fuel system is gummed up. The title says 1968 but I was told that it is a 51 but when it was sold from the military/government it was in 1968 thus the date on the title. With a little TLC I believe this would be a great Jeep. It has been stored inside I just pulled it outside for better pictures.”
Art spotted this almost stock M-38 with a Stewart Warner heater.
1950 Willys M38 Model MC Arctic Jeep 4 X 4. Serial # MC 30993. Mileage reads 68,059. Powered by the original 4 cylinder Go Devil engine. 3 speed manual transmission with 2 speed transfer case and locking hubs. This is an actual Military issue Arctic model Jeep with the rear body reinforcement panels. The top and doors are removable and the heater can be run without starting the Jeep (heater has not been tested but is reported to be working). This Jeep starts easily and runs good, the transmission works as it should.
The Willy’s M38 Jeeps were only built from 1949 to 1952 and this is a nice example of a Korea War vintage Jeep with an unusual Arctic service upgrade. To watch the video.”
“1952 M38 302 2 bbl V8..T90 3 speed & spicer 18 transfer case with 1 3/8 in.idler shaft and warn overdrive. Front and rear axles have 538 ring and pinions and both have power lock limited slip differentials. Disc brake front and modern shoes in rear. York compressor on board air with 3 gal tank and front and rear air chucks. 2 year old Best Top and bikini soft tops. Sears ( old timey ) model 667391000 winch..31 in. tires & spare 5 point seat belts.Tow bar. All paperwork, manuals and spare parts.Also has a working heater. This is really a good old girl that will go just about anywhere.”
UPDATE: Mike reports that this has the original body with the battery box removed.
“225 Dauntless V6 with mild Comp Cams camshaft and lifters
T90A1 transmission completely rebuilt
Dana 18 Large case with twin stick conversion completely rebuilt
2.5″ lift kit
Dana 25 front differential 5.38 gears, hubs rebuilt & resealed this spring, pinion seal just redone
Dana 41 rear differential 5.38 gears, pinion seal just redone, rear wheel bearings and seals done in spring
11″ drum brake upgrade
255/85R16 BFGoodrich KM2 tires (33.5″ x 10″)
There are lots of new parts everywhere on this that I didn’t list; I have a folder with stacks of receipts and invoices for new parts. Runs, drives and stops well. Definitely not perfect, but a lot better than most ’52s out there. I don’t have to sell this, but I’ve taken on another Willys project and could use the room in the garage. I am just trying to see if there’s any interest out there.
Asking $10500 O.B.O, CASH ONLY. ”