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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 .
Glenn forwarded this unusual toy on eBay from Vietnam.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250887002550
Ann bought me this M&M Jeep from the M&M store when we were at Times Square (the last one there). While a cool little toy, it seemed a bit overpriced until I spotted the same toy at Amazon.com for TWICE the retail price! http://www.amazon.com/Military-Vehicle-Candy-Dispenser-Jeep/dp/B002XOBIWU
For a better price, go straight to the online M&M store
Ann was having fun, too
On Saturday, in between cruising a few stores at the Eastview Mall in PIttsford, NY, and riding the carousel, I spotted this Christmas ready flattie at their toy store.
I had never ridden a two story carousel, so I Ann and I hopped aboard for a ride and a picture.
I’ve been exploring Manhattan today by foot. One of the places I wandered through was the M&M store at Times Square. I couldn’t resist photographing the jeep display. I may or may not have more posts later tonight.
Kevin shared the following with me. The toys appear nicely built.
“I met a retired Army Vet ( Deep Sea Diver ) who makes replica wooden toys to scale. Anyone of your readers who might be interested in having their ride duplicated give him a call…. Paul Barnes 770-967-6433 paul2213@bellsouth.net. Below are some samples.
1. M-38 & Trailer:
2. Deuce and a Half (without top on it yet)
3. John Deere Tractor:
4. Tank:
5. Articulating Tractor:
6. Motorcycle:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $150
Brett spotted this unusual and one-of-a-kind pedal car.
“Hand made on old pedal car frame was done in the 70’s by a guy who lived by my parents one of a kind in good shape missing one pedal. seat moves for different size kids.”
Matt spotted this unusual piece of Trench Art. Bidding on this just ended at $142.
“i have seen that ebay has a following for trench art. most people do not know what they are looking at when i show this to them. so im going to offer it to you guys. its a copper jeep body. the bottom is made from 1/8 copper plate. thiner sides, seats 1/6 copper. the weels are 1943 SL 50 cal shells. cut off. the spare tire is a F A 1942 50 cal steering weel. S I 1942 30.06 head lights. 30 cal E C 1944 , the hood cam off in my hand when i finly found this again after yeas in a box. the hood had been glued back on. i never knew this. till now. fits right back in place. a little new glue wont hurt it.weels work. with solid brass rod for axles front bumper is bent a little. wind sheild works great. stampped on the bottom. J ST.Felix France 1944 can send more pics. i will ship world wide.”
I don’t know if this is a good price or not. I wonder if Bailey was really 32 times bigger then that, lol”
“This listing is for a 1:32 scale of Willy’s Jeep with figures of Beetle Bailey, SFC Orville P. Snorkel and dog Otto by Gateway Global as shown in images below. Jeep has fold down windshield and hood that opens. Figures and jeep in excellent condition and comes in original box that shows some wear – see images below.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/clt/2343873553.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $100.
“Large collection of Jeep willys, CJ, YJ and TJs Die Cast all different scale, some rare and old. Some Tonka, Hot Wheels, Matchbox. Must sell don’t have room for them anymore. Must see.”
These mini jeeps do a pretty good job of climbing. Check out this video:
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZMxgEkly4k&feature=related
Here’s a UN version: http://wwww.kurumaerabi.com/?page=shop&store_id=11685