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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 $450.
This may need a rebuild. Herm Tilford should be able to rebuild it.
“Husky overdrive for Dana 18 transfer case. Will fit Willys jeeps, cj5, and even the international scout.”
Needs an engine.
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/pts/d/sikeston-willys-m38-military-jeep/6934314453.html
“This m38 contains about everything but the engine, radiator and wiring. this is a good restoration project. It comes with solid frame, springs, axles, drive shafts, m38 wheels, steering sector, transmission, transfer case, good tub, tail gate,windshield with glass, hood, fenders, grill, all three seat frames, spare tire carrier, jerry can holder, pintle hitch,front bumper. bumperettes, and much more. The cowl battery box is missing. This jeep is very solid with minimal rust. NO title. Will consider reasonable offers. If the ad is up it is still available.”
Today we drove from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Fergus Falls, Minnesota. Along the way, there were several cool stopping places, so we took advantage of them.
The first, the John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum, was in Waterloo, Iowa, (and yes, ABBA’s Waterloo song hits me every time I read a Waterloo sign). We arrived just after the museum opened, so we had the place pretty much to ourselves. The museum is free and is full of restored tractors, interactive displays, history, and nicely arranged exhibits. It’s worth a stop if you are in the area.
John Deere also offers free tours of the nearby Engine Works and Drive Train Operations (see the bottom of this page for more info). Unfortunately, we didn’t have time for that.
Frank shared these pics of toys his neighbor gave him. Anyone familiar with either?
The first toy is an odd one. The rabbit in the bubble spins as the jeep moves.
The second toy is a puzzle, as it’s in a CJ-2A box, so he’s not sure if this toy had it’s own box and the neighbor got confused or if it came in the 2A box. With all the nice details, one would expect the base would be correct, too.
Marine Sgt. Joseph “Joe” Dinnigan was photographed by Life Photographer David Douglas Duncan in this photo of the Sgt sitting on an MB. The image was shared by his son; what an amazing photograph of his father.
PHOTO CREDIT: Life Magazine and David Douglas Duncan.
I’m not sure if this is really a soap box jeep, but still a neat vintage piece.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1675391245929395/
“Willys Jeep vintage wod soap box derby car! homemade very cool! Measures 52″ long. This is a great vintage piece that was made with pride, just imaging the father son team that raced this with pride for the US Army. Please take a look at the pictures, jeep has some missing layers of plywood, a broken bumper and one rail is missing on the back.”
This M-38 has a variety of updates.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/409185679677949/
“Selling my 1951 M38 class 1 (stock class) rockcrawler. While this was being built I had 2 kids and I don’t want to cut this up to accommodate the family so I’m willing to trade for a nice K5, Bronco, jeepster, wagoneer, something that can seat 4 and hit the trail. If your are interested in buying or trading messages me for build details”
Has some updates. Has a driver side gas inlet, but I”m guessing that was added later.
https://kalispell.craigslist.org/cto/d/libby-1945-willys-jeep/6934070976.html
“1945 Willys Jeep. Buick V6. Overdrive transmission. Wired for towing. Bikini top. Runs good.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
Could be worth a look.
“1949 willys jeep, runs and drives great. Rare hard top with heater, winch and back seat”
Has an F-head.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/485187238893313/
“1949 Willy’s Jeep. I don’t know a lot about this one other than it runs and drives. It has leaks. It’s 4×4. It’s a manual transmission. It has an altimeter which probably means it was for military purposes when built. Was used on the ranch for fencing purposes. Has a title. No doors. No hard top. What you see is what you get. No trades.”
