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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.
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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 .
I’ll be taking the next there days off from posting to complete this whole wedding gig 🙂 We’ll have family and friends here, too, so it will be pretty busy!
However, I do have a variety of posts that I’ve prepared that will appear each day, so you all won’t have to go without any updates. Some are items that readers have sent and others are items I’ve found. So, enjoy your weekend!
Yikes! This might have been an authentic CJ-2A at some point . . .
“Very cool 1947 Willys CJ2A Jeep project for sale. I have had this jeep for 16 years and have recently started working on it again. I have lots of projects and am considering parting with this one if the price is right. This is an authentic 1947 Willys CJ2A and it is mounted on a 1974 Ford F250 Hiboy frame with Dana 60 Front and Rear Axles. The jeep is currently mocked up with a Chevy 454, Chevy SM420 4 Speed Granny Low Transmission, and Ford SM205 Divorced Transfer Case. We are very close to having it able to run and drive and have all parts necessary to do so including driveshafts. The project currently has 8 lug aluminum wheels with 36″ Goodyear Mud Terrain Tires (old but good shape still). I have suspension seats with brackets and mounting hardware for the front and a jeep forward folding rear seat. The CJ2A has been extended roughly 12″, cut was made at the mid-door seam and new diamond treadplate floor has been installed. I recently started fabbing the rollcage and front fenders and plan to make rear fender extensions to match the with of the fronts.”
http://omaha.craigslist.org/cto/3156817683.html
This is an interesting ad by the Willys Export Company made in French
“1 PAGE
15 x 25 cm
ORIGINAL
IN vg CONDITION
international Shipping U$ 5,00 additional brochures U$ 5,00 each one
(inclusive to Brazil )”
UPDATE: This was priced at $3000. **Status Unknown**
(07/10/2012) This has been owned by the family since new. No title. The wood under the wheels suggests this family had taken good care of this jeep.
“I have for sale a 1948 Willys jeep CJ2a. Jeep was running last summer. It will need a new water and fuel pump. Also will need a battery and the lighting wired. Chassis, frame and body all stripped and repainted. All new metal was welded in where needed. Axles and trans gone through and have fresh fluids. Whole brake system was gone through. New master cylinder, lines etc. Have some extra parts that go with it. There is no title. It was lost years ago. I do have the vin number and it is clean. Jeep has been in the family since new..”
This looks good, though the pics aren’t the best.
“I am selling my 1943 WWII Jeep Ford GPW. This is the real thing runs and drives great. This would be a great vehicle for a frame up restoration or drive it like it is. I hate to let her go but remodeling house and need the cash. My lose is your gain if this is what you are looking for.
Good: Its the real deal. GPW Block, Willys Head, Many ‘F” stamps solid running vehicle original three speed 4wd works. two combat rims included and many other spare parts.
Bad: Converted to 12 volt (that may not be bad to some folks but not the original set up). Spings, shocks and spring hangers are not original. (original set of springs and new set of correct hangers included. Some Bondo in gas tank area (old repair) Does not have a top or bows aftermarket Warn locking front humbs installed.
This is a 69 year old vehicle but still very solid. I want to sell it so the reserve is resonable. You can call me with questions, there is no info on data plates. 843 314-3362 Eric”
As you can see below, we had a ‘blast’ on a quick trip over Snoqualmie Pass last night, getting stuck for an hour on Interstate-90. You can’t see it, but there are miles and miles of traffic and cars on the highway just to the left of the picture.
Today, I’m patching the roof, running Biscuit, and an assorted collection of ‘sonny-do-chores’. So, updates will be later tonight.
Also, tomorrow we will be checking out the new Le May Auto Musuem, which opened last month. We will file a report tomorrow.
– Dave
This looks in good shape.
“1954 Hobart G200 D/C welder on trailer. Uses a CJ2A four cylinder Jeep engine. There is also a 120 volt outlet on the machine for running your power tools. The machine was just restored. Valves and valve seats were reconditioned, fuel and oil lines replaced, new belts, hoses and tune up parts. Generator bearings were repacked, brushes were replaced, radiator was cleaned and pressure checked. Body panels were stripped to bare metal and repainted with automotive paint. Machine was thoroughly tested and runs and welds perfect. Is ready to weld for another 56 years”
http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/tls/3075585215.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1750.
(03/27/2012) It runs.
“I have an 1948 2A for sale, it will need body work and front frame horns. It runs good and the trans seems fine the brakes work well also. It comes and harrison heater. I am open to offers and I am asking $1750, I will provide a bill of sale with the jeep.
It is located in Cranbury, NJ 08512.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
There’s some value here, but I’d like to see that cage going down to the cage.
“Jeep CJ5 Fiberglass Body $1,000, Custom Roll Cage $600, Balanced & Blueprinted Chev 3.8 V6 w/ March Pulley Set $1,500, Custom ATS Built Turbo 350 Transmission & Torque Converter, Dana 20 Transfer Case W/Advance Adapters Kit $1,000, Dana 30 Front Axle $250, Dana 44 Rear Axle (4:27 gears) $250, Billet Aluminum Steering Column $75, Dual Gate Competition Shifter $50. Plus, many original Military Jeep parts. Over $10,000 invested, clean title”
The new design …. isn’t done yet. I’ve reverted back to the old design. I’ve made some good strides on it, but there’s more to be done. I’m going to focus on my next book for a short while and return to the updated site changes at a future date.
Updates later tonight . . .