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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 .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800.
Something a little different.
“Well… Its kind of a Jeep stew. A little postal, a little Commando, a little Willys CJ5 and kind of a Jeep Rod. It started off as a DJ5A postal dispatcher. Still has the original drivetrain. Chevy II 135cu 4cyl and powerglide transmission. Still right hand drive. Manual drum brakes. Runs good but would be better with a SBC which would bolt right in.”
Will need some transmission work.
https://victoriatx.craigslist.org/atq/d/edna-1949-willys-jeep/7132944531.html
“Own a piece of American history! I have a 1949 CJ3A Willy’s Jeep for sale. The ONLY reason I am selling this Jeep is because I have too many projects going on and I need to pay some bills off. I bought it a few years ago and started on it replacing everything because it was not running.
Here is a list of what I have done so far. New starter, new alternator, new battery, new cables, new points and condenser, new coil, new wiring, new ignition switch, new water pump, new plugs, new relay, new fuel pump, new fuel lines and fuel filter, new radiator hoses, new horn, flushed radiator, pulled and cleaned fuel tank, rebuilt carburetor.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
Lacks brakes. Appears the tailgate has been replaced with a panel.
“For Sale 1947 Willy’s CJ2a, This jeep is a great candidate for restoration, has a couple of small rust spots in the floor pans, typical locations other than that solid little rig. stock flat-head 4 (go-devil) runs good, new battery, carb & fuel pump, starts right up. Please note brakes not working, I think its the master cylinder. Clean title in my name currently non-opp with no back fees. You will need a trailer to haul home.”
Has an overdrive.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/for/d/walnut-creek-1946-willys/7132063948.html
“1946 Willys in great condition, little rust, runs great and has overdrive so reaches speeds of 60+ miles. Currently in nonop. Make an offer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4295.
A work in progress.
“This is a 1948-1950 4-Wheel Drive Willys Jeepster Phaeton Project. It’s a 1948 tub with a 1950 front clip on a four wheel drive frame. The body is in excellent condition. The bodywork has been done and it was primered. This has never been in a wreck and there is no rust. The spare tire carrier has been moved up for a larger tire, The firewall has been sheeted and the dash has been cleaned up. The frame has been sandblasted, painted and bolted to the body and GM motor mounts have been welded to the frame. It has Dana 27 and 44 axles with warn hubs. Parts for these cars are inexpensive and readily available from several sources both new and used. Nicely built 4WD Jeepsters are selling in the $30,000-$35,000 range. You can have this one for only $4295.00”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.
Not sure how much these run new. Seller will not ship.
“Reproduction WWII Jeep combat rims for Ford GPW or Willys MB . Five rims all new for $500. Pick up only no shipping”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7900.
Needs work of some kind.
“rat rod jeep…1950 willys…clean title…built 350 sbc…new 350 trans…air ride suspension…aluminum radiator…much more…runs and drives but needs some work…if interested call and will discuss.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $11,000.
(12/09/2019) Has a 2A body.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/d/el-verano-willys/7131032249.html
“1949 willy;s jeep – all original except for the paint -perfect for hunting, camping, or cruising. Has a flat head 4 cyl runs excellent, 3 spd manual, drum brakes. asking 15,000 or make me a reasonable offer.”
In the ‘sometimes it’s better to be lucky’ department, eBay blessed me with a huge win the other day: 10 Willys News issues from 1960 and 1961 for only $20 (and free shipping)! Here’s the first one. It includes a lot of DJ-3A Surrey articles, a note about future President Lyndon Johnson checking out a Willys truck for his ranch, and more. The 1/4 ton jeeps (CJ-5s and CJ-3Bs) take a back seat to the FCs, Wagons, and DJs in this issue. There’s also articles demonstrating how dealers felt TV shows were helping to drive sales, which is likely why Willys Motors moved forward with other TV show and movie tie-ins.
This March of 1962 brochure (form 62-03) includes a chart that highlights the performance claims of the engine vs. other engines of the day. It was part of a series of brochures from Willys Motors during 1962 that had ‘wing’ pages that opened horizontally. It’s hard to capture that sense using a scanner, but using a phone Madi those wings more apparent (see the second pic).
