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UPDATE: As Lew notes, there’s an FC-150 in the latter half of the video. It also has a different license plate (white) than the FC-170 (blue plate) shown near the beginning.
Steve pointed me to his video. It shows a family picking up an FC-170 from the factory. Pretty cool memory!
UPDATE: Turns out we discussed this back in early 2016. http://www.ewillys.com/2016/03/13/1954-wagon-tender-garner-nc-ebay/
Very cool, but not an original 1954 truck (it is listed at Barrett Jackson as a 1954, though the text suggests it was a 1955 model).
Scott Gilbert alerted me to this upcoming truck to be auctioned at Barrett Jackson.
Over the years, following a discussion with an Israeli jeep fan named Or, I’ve applied the designation of “Tender” to this style of truck. At the time, he’d sent me a copy of brochure and translated the model as a “Tender”.
Since then, I’ve been searching for an original US version of the Tender, but have not found one. So, while not beyond the realm of possibility, I highly doubt this is an original 1954 Tender for the following reasons.
Consistent with a 1955 build, the 1955 55168 trucks model was defined as a cab only version of the Willys truck accompanied by the Super Hurricane engine, same as the truck herein. The “bed” of the truck could have been built from a wagon, so that might be consistent, too.
However, the speedo shown wasn’t produced until late 1956ish. The Willys emblem used on the hood and on the glove box looks more like an Aero emblem than a jeep emblem. The hockey-stick styling of the external chrome didn’t appear until 1960(?). Meanwhile, the two piece windshield was discontinued in 1960. So, there are major inconsistencies.
I’m sure there are other issues that folks can add to this list.
Here’s the listing: https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details/1954-JEEP-WILLYS-4X4-PICKUP-225070
Here’s the Tender’s description:
“This 1954 Willys was built as a 1955 model and is Serial #0001. A piece of Willys Jeep history, this example has 2,122 original miles and is equipped with 4-wheel drive. It’s powered by a Super Hurricane 226ci 6-cylinder engine backed by a T90 3-speed manual transmission and Dana 18 transfer case. The exterior was repainted in its correct shade of tan.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $20/each
I would have bought all four of these, but the seller hasn’t responded. My guess is they came from Colombia. Maybe someone else will have more luck.
“Different colors to choose. $20 each. Approx. Size is 3″ x 1.5″ x 2”
Mark’s got his nice looking wagon for sale.
https://daytona.craigslist.org/cto/d/willys-jeep-wagon-1960/6753872877.html
“960 Willys 4 wheel drive wagon
Super Hurricane L6-226 engine
3 Speed T90 trans and Dana 18 transfer case
Engine recently refurbished
New carb and fuel pump
New seat covers and headliner
Transmission refurbished with new syncros
12 Volt electrical system upgrade
New carpet and floor mat
Painted 2 years ago w/ polyurethane
Brakes refurbished
New tires
New clutch disc
Owner’s and shop manual
Roof rack (surfboard not included)”
I just picked up this U.S. Army Amphibian Jeep model (1/2″ scale). It’s dated 1943 from the Mod-Ac Manufacturing Company, LA, California. It looks complete. I’ve never run across a reference to these being called “Quacks”, but it makes sense given the larger ones are referred to as “Duks”.
Here’s a video of some “Quacks” in action during their testing dates at the Ford Rouge Plant. Lots of video shots I have never seen.
UPDATE: Tis the season … Craig shared this ad. Was on eBay until it sold. This was published in the December 19, 1942, issue of the Saturday Evening Post, pg 33.
You rarely see Santa delivering packs of Old Gold cigarettes to all the good boys and girls anymore.
UPDATE: **SOLD** for $86.76 on eBay. I didn’t expect it would go for that much.
This plate might have been made by the same folks who made the Ramsey plate I have.
“Whitco Jeep Colorado Glass Change Tray Trivet Desk Top Advertising. Clean, no chips or cracks. Please be sure to check all the pictures carefully for condition and size.”
Runs and drives.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2196420210626923
“Great running mail jeep comes with mail trail this is a 1971 right hand drive 2 wheel drive jeep. It has small transmission fluid leak around seal that I haven’t bothered to put a new gasket on but will if you want. Inspection is good until March very little rust. Serious people only please no tire kickers. Willing to take for a test drive if interested.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Looks like a good price. Needs a fuel tank.
“48′ Willy’s cj2a. Runs and drives excellent, all lights and horn work. Body is decent. Does need a new fuel tank as it leaks. Have title.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,500.
Has a few updates.
“1949 cj3a. New body rhino under coated. Rebuilt orig 4cyl motor. New brakes, new gas tank with elec fuel pump.All new custom wiring and gauges.custom seats .chrome wheels mud tires. Aprox 200 mi on rebuild.”
It’s a mix of CJ and MB/GPW parts.
https://greatfalls.craigslist.org/pts/d/willys-jeep-project/6757265591.html
“For sale…..
BEST OFFER
this is a Willys and it is rough. Been on the farm sitting since atleast 1987
No title”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.
Engine spins.
“1947 Jeep Willys CJ2A Go Devil L-Head 4 cylinder engine. I don’t have any of the details on the motor because we just purchased it and we are going a different route with the drive train. Everything seems to be in place. It is not locked up and does turn over. We were told it ran a few years ago when we bought it but we never planned to keep it. Also, the tub is available if anyone needs parts to repair another tub. It has the normal rust spots and I didn’t want to deal with fixing them.”
