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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 .
Unclear how much value is here with this ran-when-parked jeep.
https://wausau.craigslist.org/clt/d/hatley-1948-willy-jeep/7242952032.html
“Clean title.
All original with flat head, 4 cylinder, ran when parked 9 years ago.”
One of these has a rear PTO. seems like some value here.
https://tallahassee.craigslist.org/pts/d/monticello-willys-jeeps/7246554515.html
“Two Willys Jeeps, a 1958 and 1960 complete for 1,000.00 or trade or (OBO). NOT RUNNING. Good for parts.”
A September 23, 1956, article in the Lansing State Journal (Michigan) tells the story of an auto parts dealer who bought some surplus fuel, only to find out it was a special type of fuel.
Mike shared this June 18, 1962, Willys Motors Service Bulletin that has an updated 1000-mile inspection checklist. It’s both a handy checklist for the inspection of your current vintage jeep or for use when checking out a new jeep.
PDF Version of Checklist
(or an Alternative Checklist create by a reader years ago)
This photo shows New York Governor Lehman and Col. Broadus sitting in a jeep.
View all the information on eBay
“1942 Press Photo New York Governor takes ride in military jeep. This is an original press photo. New York – jeep – Lieutenant … reviews, Colonel Broadus salutes, Governor Lehman takes a ride Photo measures 8.25 x 5.25 inches. Photo is dated 04-07-1942.”
A 1955 newspaper ad for jeep looks familiar to me. Noticing that the spare tire was mounted like that of a CJ-2, I realized that the CJ-5 portion of the photo had been illustrated and an extra tree added.
Here’s how the ad looks, edited and cropped, in 1955 (ad is on eBay):
Here’s how the original 1945 press photo looked:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500.
(11/18/2018) Looks good. Appears to have a reproduction body.
“1951 Willys Jeep, 4×4, great condition, modified with Buick 6 cylinder engine, power steering, 37000 on odometer (not sure if accurate) very well maintained,cool interior, excellent for the beach or snow. rubberized floor. You will not find a nicer one in N.Y. NO RUST.
If you see the ad the Jeep is still available”
This has been for sale for a while, but never popped up on my searches until now.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3110815819010588
“1955 CJ3B 500 miles on Engine 37,000 on Jeep Body only fair but no holes Full Best Top with doors no holes a bit brittle tho Reupholstered front seats Have back seat Brand new tires Brand new 11” brakes, drums and master cylinder Replaced gas tank I will deliver for a fee $7,500 Listing for friend”
Lots of mods.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3485502161517540
“IF AD IS UP, it is still available. Professionally built custom ’58 Willys Overland Pickup. US Army Military Police theme. Runs and drive great! 350 Chevy motor with 4L80E Auto Transmission. 4 wheel disc brakes. Aluminum Radiator w/ Elec fan. Many Custom touches. Show winning Rat Rod!!”
