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1947 Jeep Willys Pickup $13,500 Evansville, IN
Andy’s Picks
Odd-Body Pickup looks like a Ford jailbar how it was done up
Information from seller:
47 Jeep Willy’s full restored custom fabricated sitting on 1985 s-10 chassis everything new . [hidden information] trades welcome 47630 Newburgh Indiana . $15,000
https://www.facebook.com/share/1BiQFX5UfP/
Here’s one you don’t see every day (well, frankly I’ve never seen one before, so…)
Location Apollo, PA 15613
These 6×6 trucks were made in many different configurations, beginning in 1951 (and yes built by Kaiser as well as AM General in later years). Lots of good information about the series here on Wikipedia, and also on SteelSoldiers.com (a great website by the way, if you’ve never visited).
Here’s a bit on the XM818 from Wikipedia:
“Tractor trucks were used to tow semi-trailers up to 37,500 lb (17,000 kg) with 15,000 lb (6,800 kg) on their fifth wheel. Semi-tractor/trailers have to stay on relatively flat ground, and are not rated for full off-road use. On improved roads they could tow up to 55,000 lb (25,000 kg) with 25,000 lb (11,000 kg) on their fifth wheel.”
Pretty significant towing capacity(!) and although the bid is only ~$300 currently, it is listed as non-running, so I wonder…how would you ever get this home?
This would definitely be a cool project if you have the time, knowledge and space! (And I’m betting you’d have the only one when you show up to your local “Cars and Coffee”!)
See the end of this post for some hints and tips about bidding on these types of auctions.
Note: This post will remain on the top of the page for the next few days. (5-23 to 5-26)
FC-150 as a Farm Jeep – by Barry @ Farm Jeep
www.farmjeep.com has focused on the Jeep CJ series. While researching snowplows last winter, I came across this eWillys post – https://www.ewillys.com/2010/08/13/1957-fc-150-jamestown-nc-ebay/ Here is evidence that at least one individual used the FC-150 as a Farm Jeep.
Fast forward to the Spring Willys Reunion in North Canton, OH. While talking to some friends, I saw an FC-150 pull into the motel parking lot. As the driver parked, I could see a PTO on the rear! An FC-150 Farm Jeep in the wild. I quickly tracked down the owner, Seth Hensler. Seth, who goes by the name of “redeye_garage” on social media, was kind enough to give me a tour of the FC’s PTO setup.
For demonstration purposes, Seth has attached a fertilizer spreader. You can see more details in this picture.
Seth has a YouTube channel where you can see more of the FC-150, including this one that shows the PTO working at an antique machinery show –
We will soon add FC-150 information from Seth and others to the Farm Jeep site. In the meantime, please let us know if you have seen an FC-150 as a Farm Jeep at a show or in the wild. You may leave a comment here or contact me at barry@farmjeep.com
Submitted and authored by Barry of www.farmjeep.com. Thanks Barry for the story look forward to seeing if anyone else has some information on FC-150’s used as Farm Jeeps.
1947 Empire 90 $4,400 Lexington, NC
Andy’s Picks. My take this is a nice looking Empire, listed a few weeks ago but its still up so we can atleast post it up for folks to maybe take a shot at this one and see if its still around.
Information from seller:
1947 Empire tractor great tires Willy’s cj2a engine, transmission, transfer case. s/n 5635. Build date 10-1947. It’s a 90 model. Only built for 2 years most were exported. Converted to 12v.
https://www.facebook.com/share/14pnPDrWdR/
1953 Jeep Willys CJ3B $6500 Ridgeland, SC
Not going to see one of these everyday, the body lines look like someone put some effort and time into this one, I’ve seen a couple photos of a Willys cab on but not this exact configuration. Its not perfect and not priced or displayed as such, will need some clean up and some panels looked at, but again as I say often worth a look if you are in the market and local to this one to take a look. Plus has room here to make it your own.
Information from seller:
1953 Willys CJ3B that was custom built in Florida custom shop it has a 1935 international cab top that has been fitted to the jeep tub. Both doors open and close and the windshield even folds out like a 35 internal truck it has a 1958 corvette 283 it has the original power pack heads on the engine old school hot rod heads 600 Holley cfm sounds to have a small cam but do not know for sure it still has original jeep transmission with a add on overdrive unit so it’s 3 speed overdrive still uses original jeep fuel tank and also has original jeep heater hooked up and works original milage as far as I’m aware 3455 miles still has original jeep axles has upgraded steering box from Vega which is a upgrade for these cj3bs has aluminum bullet hole wheels has good tires almost like new, new brake/clutch master cylinder unit and newer fresh paint clean South Carolina title fun to drive will trade for rollback or wrecker
https://www.facebook.com/share/1EXzQzuDQm/
1929 WILLYS-KNIGHT SHOW CAR – $15,500 (CLARKSVILLE, TN)
I really like these Sleeve Valve WK cars, this one looks nice, anyone coming to NJ soon!
Seller’s Description
1929 Willys Knight Model 70B Coupe
Amazing piece of History
Full Body-Off Restoration including Sandblasting & Painted Frame
Built to stock specifications
Unique Straight 6 engine with no valves. The sleeve valve engine was adopted from Charles Knight in 1914. The Knight engine was nearly silent, which was a selling point for the Willys-Knight.
Unique manifold preheats the water
Generator (Full 12 v. conversion) driven off the front of the motor.
New electric fuel pump. Original vacuum fuel pump on car not currently working.
Heater box for cab heat.
Unique Watson Stabilizer Shocks with Springs and Canvas Linkage, the type of shocks used in that era. They were manufactured by The John Watson Company in Philadelphia, PA.
Unique original Knight Hood Ornament & chrome plated radiator housing.
Vacuum operated wiper.
Fold out luggage rack with trunk
Original Ahooga Horn
Beautifully done interior with Plush Comfortable seats.
Window shade in back of window.
Vinyl Flooring.
All lights work including side marker lights, dash lights, and interior lighting.
Back Jump Seat has hidden Storage Tray with tools.
Original Motor Crank & Tire Tools included.
Only flaw is there are wax swirl marks in paint. otherwise a beautiful piece of history!
Call/text show contact info .
https://clarksville.craigslist.org/cto/d/cumberland-city-1929-willys-knight-show/7843879784.html
Too Slow for this one, listing removed, but here are the details.
“Andy’s Picks”
Seller’s description
Jeep fj6 step van 2006 Chevy express 3500. Unfinished project, runs but needs front floors, steering, pedals and brake booster as well as wiring. 5.3l ls with 4l80e with stand alone harness, express front clip with 2x4x1/4” rear frame, lots of tig welding, built right. New fuel pump, lines and tank, Yukon 3rd row leather seat, and safari windshield frames. Driveshaft is in, new leaf spring bushings and shackles. 14 bolt rear axle, 8 lug truck. Started at my old work but switched jobs, and it doesn’t fit in my shop at home to finish.
Willys Powered Train 18″ Gauge Railroad Locomotive (Auction)
“Andy’s Picks”
https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/196399058_18-gauge-railroad-locomotive
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
Buyer’s Premium: 20%
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/14/2024) Here’s an unusual 4-seat crawler.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3741561226108106
“Fiberglass willys cj2a body stretched to 4 seater.
2002 Chevy 5.3 LS truck motor. Runs very well. Great oil pressure. New bearings and seals.
Turbo 350 manual valve body trans with B&M sport shifter. Shifts firm, new fluid and filter.
NP203/205 doubler, with off-road designs adapter plate. Brand new install.. never wheeled with it.
GM Dana 60s, 456 gears spooled front and rear.
Front dana 60 has ECGS drive slugs and 35 spline outers. Brand new never wheeled.
Brand new 1410 u joints on custom square tube driveshafts, brand new never wheeled.
42” bias ply TSLs on 15” weld on bead locks. All hold air all about 75% life left.
Warn 8274 winch with synthetic line.
Brand new;
Calipers front and rear.
Jb custom fab triple shifter
All universal joints are new.
Just spent over 3k building and installing the doubler. Haven’t wheeled it yet but I drove it around the house and it works great.
Very simple very bulletproof rig. Can buy parts at almost any parts store to fix it. ”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/30/2024) Here’s a modified CJ-5 that’s sometimes used as a hearse.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1142904690132757
“A heavily modified CJ5 ,, extended about 5’ ,, fully done and ready for use as a hearse , or a pickup. 4.2 engine, 3 speed stick , 4 wheel drive, lock out hubs ,, several new parts”
