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Sterling Manufacturing’s Jeep Trailer

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UPDATE II: Quentin shared some pics of a Sterling Trailer. See the pics below.

Update Posted May 7, 2015: Check out Richard’s Sterling Trailer here.

Original Post from 2004:: Most of us are familiar with the post WWII trailers like the Bantam & Spen trailers, but one most people don’t know about is the Sterling trailer built in Canada by the Sterling Machine and Manufacturing Company. I *think* the company was located in Hobart, Ontario on the isthmus between Georgian Bay to the north and Simcoe Lake to the south.

Only a handful of these trailers have been photographed. The topic came to my attention thanks to Glenn, who spotted a Kijiji ad in a CJ-2A Page thread for the trailer.  It appears to be the 2nd production model made. Here’s the info:

Quentins Pics shared in Jan 2025:

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Vintage 1947 Willys Jeep trailer listed in 2014 (started this thread):
This is a unique item if you are into old Jeeps. It is serial number 2!!! It was built in 1947 by Sterling Machine in Owen Sound, Ontario for Willys Jeep. The serial number plate is original untouched and shows it as number 2. 

A little research into Sterling is they produced Civilian and civil service equipment for Jeep, and much of their business was concentrated on fire service. It appears this trailer may have originally been painted red, so it may have been sold as fire dept. equipment. “

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1948 CJ-2A Mesa County, CO **SOLD**

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UPDATE;  **SOLD** Was $5995. Trailer in pics was sold.

(12/07/2013) “Willys CJ2A very restorable, nearly all original, driven every day. Has pintle hookup for trailer as well as original ball hitch mount w/ ball.”

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1953 M-38A1 Spicewood, TX **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8800

(03/26/2014) Deal includes the trailer. It might be worth a look.

“1953 M38A1 Military Jeep and M-100 Trailer. REBUILT, very nice. Rebuilt engine, 3 speed transmission, two speed transfer, axles. Complete new brake system (all lines, master cylinder, wheel cylinders, shoes). 8000 lb. Ramsey winch & PTO (original-fits frame), Five New rims, tires and tubes. Replaced canvas and seats. Rear seat, original too box. Complete off frame resurrection of frame and body…NO Rust out.. Good Glass. Unit has been converted to 12 volt. All lights work including black out. Includes repair and Parts manuals. INCLUDES THESE EXTRAS another engine, transmission, transfer case, bell housing, brake shoes, front and rear axle assemblies, pressure plate, carb parts, hood, tie rods, drive shafts, electrical parts, Tow bar, 24 volt starter. plus other odds and ends.”

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M-416 Trailer Sioux City, IA $1200

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I don’t know how common these are, but I’ve not seen one.

“For Sale US Army M416 Trailer, This unit is (we have been told) and engineering Corps Trailer with the Whackey Roof affair and storage. That all Lifts off, no holes have been Drilled. This unit is Straight, Rust Free, Correct Jack Leg as well as Hitch, Wiring harness is there and complete, the Plug has been cut, Sale includes a new inner vehicle cable (has the correct ends) to fix the cut Plug. There are no lights. These Trailers can be correct with the larger late composite lights as well as the small aluminum Lights. Many of these end up on the road with their own light system regardless. Great for Camping Hauling or for the MV enthusiast. Good Rubber no dents no rust… IMPOSSIBLE TO FIND $1200/”

http://omaha.craigslist.org/cto/4449079690.html

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1944 MB & Trailer Hermitage, VA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $21,500.

Seller says this was used in WWII and Korea.

“Total professional ground-up restoration. Used in WWII and Korea. PA licensed. Clear title. Price is negotiable; we’re motivated to sell!.”

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1945 Bantam Trailer Sacramento, CA $1600

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This may interest someone.

“1945 Bantam trailer serial # 18384
4’x6’bed.
Original oak top bows. Ready for a canopy.
PTI plate, registration in hand.
2” ball
I have a spare tire/rim, but it’s not mounted. The tire will probably need replaced. Mounted tires are in good shape with plenty of life left.
More Bantam info can be found at: http://bantamt3c.com/

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/rvs/4441094290.html

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1948 CJ-2A w/Trailer New Orleans, LA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.

Fine parade rig.

“Attention re-enactors, parade goers, or attention seekers: 1948 Willys CJ2A converted into a WWII MB Jeep. Restored completely 3 years ago with rebuilt original flathead L-134 “go devil” engine with new manifold and rebuilt Carter carb and rebuilt T-80 transmission. Replaced OEM new items are: gauges (all work), gas tank, master cylinder, wheel cylinder, wheel cylinders, brake lines, wheel/parking brake shoes, MB windshield with M1 Garand rifle rack, complete new suspension (4 leaf-springs, shackles, shocks, etc.), new rear axle oil seals, new $600 radiator, exhaust,military non-directional tires, front steering kingpin bushings, gear box, cloth wiring, “beep” horn, front/rear turn-signals installed (front uses blackout grill lights), MB seats, MB canvas and bows, new MB tailgate and tire mount and jerrycan rack, parking lights. The body is not perfect showroom but there is no rust- I replaced the driver floorboard panel and some support hat channels; backseat bed/wheel wells has some welding “patch work” in its 66 years. Barely 5,000 miles since new rebuild. In addition, restored 1978 M416A2 trailer (A2 model has rebuilt actuator braking system with new master cylinder, shocks, and lines), new canvas, new parking brake, and lights/wiring system. Both are converted to 12 volts and are titled and registered. All reciepts are included. Will consider comparable trade ONLY for Dodge WC.”

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1946 CJ-2A? MB? + Trailer Berlin, NJ $4500

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No pics provided.

“1946 army jeep not running but will run with little tinkering looks good, has good nj title comes with 416 jeep trailer, a steel for both at $4500 or will seperate, selling due to illness, sorry i have no pictures, please reply with your phone number i will get back to you, thanks for looking”

http://southjersey.craigslist.org/cto/4411132253.html

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1948 CJ-2A South Berwick, ME $5500

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(06/16/2014) Looks like a solid combo.

“1948 Willy’s CJ-2A jeep with matching trailer. This jeep is in very good shape with all original parts. I has some wear, but not a rust bucket by any means. Can be started and driven away. Original 6 Volt system, electrical is good except, blinkers do not work. All gauges (all original) work. Engine is perfect, runs very smooth.”

http://maine.craigslist.org/cto/4975090651.html

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