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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.
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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 .
It’s a project.
“I have 1948 willys jeep.. It has chev’s rebuilt engine.. it’s has 80% of work done. Body of the jeep is in good condition.. only need paint…”
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/1948-willys-jeep/6309009877.html
Still needs some work.
“rat rod, 90 % complete, runs great, very fast, has everything, disc front brakes ,th 350 rebuild with less than 20 miles on it, 1956 chevy 1/2 ton front straight axle,1976 corvette 350 small block with 38000 on it , mustang radiator, mustang steering box, 1997 chevy s10 rearend , new tires, powerbrakes , custom frame. you name it, it has it. CLEAR TITLE!!!!!!!!”
https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/ratrod-hot-rod/6301672519.html
Barry shared this ad.
“Front end pieces, both front fenders and hood for 1946-1964 Willys pickup truck or Willys wagon. All are in very solid condition.
Also have other miscellaneous parts for same vehicle. Instrument cluster, wiper parts, heater, glass,”
https://atlanta.craigslist.org/sat/pts/6295894372.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2000.
(06/23/2017) Needs some work. Has some mods.
“1948 Jeep CJ2A with Chevy 283 engine (same engine in very old Corvettes) and auto transmission, and even a PTO next to the transmission. It also has Toyota truck axles with a Posi of sorts, so it sends power to the wheel that has the grip. If you’re looking for stock, this is not the one for you. If you’re looking one built for serious 4×4 capability, then this is a good one.
Engine and transmission ran fine before this sat for many years in my driveway. I rebuilt the carburetor 1 1/2 years ago, and it started right up. However, I put it in drive, and nothing happened. It has continued to sit, and it’s time to go to a someone that can fix it up. It has an incredible starting base, just needs to be fixed up, and you’ll get people surrounding you every time you stop in order to check it out.
Other things it will need – tires, radiator, seats, a tune-up, and of course, transmission rebuild. You will have to tow it, and it will come with a tow-bar.
Setting the price at $3000 or obo. No low ballers, because I’d rather fix it up myself than entertain a ridiculous offer. I can’t answer calls during the day, but texts ok – may take awhile to get back to you though. I can take calls in the evening after 7”
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/1948-willys-jeep-cj2a/6305287440.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.
(03/30/2017) Interesting story. The 3B hood with the louvres is unusual.
“I purchased this to turn into my dream FrankenWillys, stretched to allow 3 rows of seats. When I called the Idaho DOT, everything went well until I said “stretch”. Apparently that makes it a new vehicle, that would need to meet current safety standards (airbags, etc.). So I set my dream aside and bought a CJ8 as a compromise. I need to get the CJ3 out of the garage, so I can get the CJ8 fixed up.
Most of the CJ3 B body has been sandblasted. If it is gray in the picture, it is likely sandblasted. The floor has rust, see pictures, but overall it is in good condition for an old Willys. Comes with Koenig steel top. The top comes with a set of full doors. There is also a set of half doors. There is a spare firewall to replace the original firewall that was cut out for a V8.”
Next updates will be Sunday morning.
Mike shared this pic off of Facebook. It looks to be a GPW. The message indicates this is #93389, but there were 277,000 built? Can some interpret this one for me please?
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
I didn’t know Bestop made backseats. Not much useful info on what types they made.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
Bill spotted this one. Note the unusual fork lift setup on the rear. I don’t know if this was a one-off creation or a purchasable piece of equipment. Looks to be hydraulically operated.
“Classic but very tired post war jeep. All complete, this jeep lived most of it’s life (so far) on an Avacado Orchard in San Diego area. Hence the pack fork (short lift forklift) on the back. It was used to move boxes of Avo’s around the orchard and general farming duties. That area is hilly so it comes with some dents.
The motor was near dead, I drove the jeep a little, pulled the motor and found it was already punched to 80 over so needs sleeves or replacement.
Comes with pink slip (what are the chances of that) and all the jeep stuff I have which isn’t much beyond pictured.Sc
Scammers, save your effort, cash is king. Will trade for vintage (euro) motorcycles/scooters”
Looks nice.
“you are looking at a 1956 Willys wagon that was with the same family since new, they lived in California and would drive the wagon to Yosemite national park back in the day. When the father passed away it was put in storage until 2007 when randy the son started the restoration, it was brought to Texas two years ago. The goal was to make it look good and run down the road with no problems. It was repainted with all the glass removed, new bearings and brakes, converted to 12 volt from 6, electric windshield wipers added along with a new heater system. I have a 2 page list, it tells the story on what was done. The factory gauges all work, and the mileage is believed to be actual. the drives window is cracked, it has some oil leaks, the original am radio is in a box in the back”
https://austin.craigslist.org/cto/d/1956-willys-wagon-4×4/6299117156.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3650.
(06/13/2017) Here’s an early jeep. It’s been converted to a floor shift, but the original steering column appears to be there.
“If you’re looking for a true American icon that is in very restorable condition this could be for you. The Willys CJ2A “Jeep” was the first jeep made available to the public in numbers after it became the vehicle so widely loved by the allies during WWII. The 1945 model is the first born of the civilian jeep family and began the civilian lineage for ALL the jeeps that followed. There were 1824 units produced for the 1945 model year. It appears as though there are 40+ units registered in the “CJ2A Page” webpage forum so it is a very rare beast. This one was originally pasture green. The body tub and tailgate ACM #’s are 2122.
The body and frame tags are in the correct positions so I assume them to be correct. The engine S/N is 11725-B. It runs well. Compression runs from a high of 88 psi on #3 to 70 psi on #2. Oil pressure is 20 psi at idle to 40+. The original column shift linkage is gone but the transmission still retains the side shift attachment points. I do have the correct, restorable transmission, column and transfer case with E-brake to return this Jeep to the original column shift/drivetrain configuration. The clutch works well and it shifts nicely. The original transfer case was replaced by a later, larger diameter idler shaft style, which functions well. The rear axle appears to be date coded 9 18 45. I could not determine the date code on the front but it is the earlier style with bolt on control arms.
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