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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.
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 thought I’d pass this along, a beautiful Tux CJ5, way beyond the price range that most of us could afford, but truly the best I’ve ever seen, Mike.
Information from seller:
This is a very rare Jeep tuxedo park were only built for three years. They are very different from a regular CJ five they had higher geared rear ends column shift split front seats chrome bumpers chrome windshield stands crown windshield lock crown tail lights Crome license plate bracket that folds down Four-wheel-drive and the rare Surrey package was only available in pink blue or light green. This is an all matching number 33,000 actual mile totally restored tuxedo park call for more information. This Jeep was restored as a tribute to Jimmy Buffett. Also included is an autograph guitar with letter of authenticity and pictures of Jimmy Buffett signing the guitar.
How about a Willys Train, for that person who has it all and is hard to buy for, this thing is neat. Its not going to be for everyone but I would help wrench on it if it was local.
Auction.
Seller’s Description
*Owner states believed to be built by Custom Locomotive Inc. Chicago Illinois *Locomotive built for an 18″ gauge model railroad *Made to resemble a steam locomotive *Powered by a Willys Jeep 4 cylinder gas engine *Currently non running with unknown engine condition *Lunkenheimer brass steam whistle *Mounted air compressor for air brakes *Sells with bill of sale only
UPDATE II: Ray sent some pics of a Husky he built in 1992. (Also, if you are in the UK, I know of a Husky kit jeep for sale in Jersey)
Ray built this RLT Husky R.V. atop a Ford Escort MK2 chassis. It took Ray 2 years to build his rig. He combined the kit with original parts. As you can see, it is one of the more authentic looking Husky-jeeps built from the kit. Ray sold his RLT Husky in 1995.
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Originally posted August of 2013:
Sometimes called the Husky R.V. or the R.L.T. Husky, this Jeep Kit was sold out of the UK and used atop a Ford Taurus or Ford Escort Mark IV (and other cars?). It was available for an unknown period during the 1980s and 1990s.
“R.V. – Rugged and Versatile aptly describes these tough, reliable and inexpensive all-weather vehicles. The unique exterior MDF body combines great strength with structural rigidity and will not rust, crack, craze or splinter, yet is easy to repair.
The sturdy steel chassis, with substantial (de)fenders front & rear, is built for long life, stability and to cope with rugged conditions. Seating can vary from 2 fronts with a rear load space, which can be fitted with forward, rearward or inward facing rear seats, accessed via a ‘walk-thru’ from the front can be accommodated by simple modification to the cutting and assembly process, or the rear zip up rear hood window, with or without the optional opening tailgate
Fold-flat windscreen. Ford front engine/RWD ensures safe predictable handling, amazing traction and reliable mechanics. Nimble as an Escort, the HUSKY turns tighter than a London Taxi and yet provides a comfortable ride even over rough terrain. Safety options include a hefty Roll Bar, front Nudge Bar and chassis mounted Side Impact bars/steps”
Some pictures:
IMAGE LINKS: Use these links to see the above large res images here, here, here, and here.
“- production model from Brazil (very rare)
– 1962 willys 101
– 4 door
– runs & drives perfect
– new top (imported from Brazil)
– new two barrel carb
– 6″ lift
– 90% left on 35 Mickey Thompson tires
– Brazilian Chevy inline 6
– dana 44 axels
– has had a frame off resto. About 7yr ago.
– everything works as it should
– 0 rust on frame
– no through rust or patches on body
– 5 speed trans
– about 8k on motor (since rebuild)
The jeep is priced well below Hagerty value. Is 100% ready to drive and enjoy. The only thing it would need is a paint job. Please don’t waste my time or yours with lowball offers. All deals will be made in cash and in person. Feel free to call or text.”
“(from the ad on ebay) Here is a one of a kind parade Jeep. It was finished October 2007 and was shown at the 2008 Fall Willys Reunion in Jefferson City, MO. No restorable Jeep body parts were used in its construction. Mechanically it is in very good condition. It is controlled from the red end only. The engine starts and runs good, transmission and transfer case work good. It has standard Jeep 4-wheel drive. The brakes were rebuilt. The gas tank is from a Willys pickup. It has a new wiring harness, new gauges, including fuel gauge and fuel sending unit. It has a new alternator, fuel pump and rebuilt starter. It comes with a vinal cover for transport. All lights work including rear head lights and will pass Missouri State inspection. It has a clear Missouri title. ”
I like the color mix as well as the overall construction. Front shackles are reversed and it appears the rear springs are outboarded.
“Custom Race Jeep, narrow fiberglass body. Chevy 355 full roller motor, four speed top loader transmission, Dana 20 twin stick transfer case, custom Dana 44 front w/posi Dana 44 rear. Lots of horsepower. Ready to Race or take to the dunes. “
I don’t know when or where it came from, but at some point my parents obtained a book simply titled “The Jeep“. It was mostly a picture book, which as a young kid was perfectly fine with me. I open and looked through it many, many times. Ok, I still open it ….
However, it wasn’t just a book with a few pics of jeeps you see everyday. Instead, it’s a slim book full of a wide range of pictures. Of course, there’s the standard bantam, mb, seep, gpw, etc. But, there’s also, for example, 3 images of the Willys/Nuffied modified airborne jeep, seen to the right (though not from the book — it’s from a russian site — the book images of the Willys/Nuffield are at the bottom of this post).
I bring this up, as I ran across a copy of the book at the Boise Library today. So, I snapped a few images of the pictures with my digital camera (hence the poor quality – purchase the book to see them sharply) and will post a some of them.
I haven’t asked for permission to post them (I TRIED to, but can’t find the contact info for them), so I’ll add this pitch for the book. This book is a must for any jeep nut. While it’s a fairly small book with only 64 pages, the collectors prices (at amazon) were hovering around $45. It’s a perfect size for your kids. The organization responsible for publishing the book is the Olyslager Foundation (link?), which has published a number of other cool books listed at the Open Library Project.
Now for some cool, but poor quality pics to wet your appetite…
One of my favorite sections of the book show how quickly a crate jeep can be put together. The book documents this particular group only took 3 minutes and 31 seconds to put it togther.
“1948 Willys Jeep CJ-2A. AS-IS parts or restore. No title. The drive train is complete But the chassis is shot. We do have a few other little parts in a box that we didn’t want to walk off in the wrong hands. Overall this truck has a whole lot of potential. We also have a few other jeeps and 3 1/2 Mighty Mites for sale as well. We are liquidating some of the collection. ”
