One place I’ve yet to reach is Russell’s Travel Center, a gas stop on historic Route 66 along I-40, exit 369, Glen Rio, New Mexico. Don recently stopped in their to take photos of their 1948 CJ-2A, along with some other vehicles. This year, on my return trip, I plan to stop and see it!
UPDATE: Photos from Expedition Sauterelle
UPDATE II: Thanks to Fred, we have a facebook link to a couple color photos and a link to diaries (in French) thanks to the Guy’s grandson David: http://www.vehiculesmilitaires.com/viewtopic.php?f=159&t=355&hilit=sauterelle
UPDATE: Jalopnik published this story in March 2017 that gives more background to photos Charles forwarded back in 2015 (see pics below). I couldn’t find much info on the trip pat the time.
Jalopnik’s story: https://jalopnik.com/the-incredible-25-000-mile-road-trip-through-africa-tha-1823690388
Thoughts on T-Shirts
I’ve been playing with some t-shirt designs. I’ve narrowed it down to three. Any thoughts?
1947 CJ-2A Portland Swap Meet
The Portland Swapmeet is this weekend. Ted spotted a couples items.
First up, this project CJ-2A with a fiberglass(?) body. Only $500.
Looking for something less budget conscious? How about this $35,000 sign?
1951 CJ-3A Snohomish, WA $9500
UPDATE: Still Available.
(02/23/2018) Looks like a solid build.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/616757315351378
“1951 Willys, stock axles, transmission, transfer case. Tilt wheel, power steering, Buick Dauntless V6 225 OddFire, brand new 11″ upgraded brakes front and rear, runs great, really nice condition, have full top and doors.”
1957 CJ-5 Cortland, OH $2750
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2750.
(04/28/2017) Has a fiberglass body and a winch and a plow. Could be worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/166400584061786
“Selling 1957 Willy’s with fiberglass body. New 12000 lb winch on front. Has snow plow that goes with it.”
1959 Truck Seattle, WA $6500
Seems in good shape.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/1959-jeep-willys-overland/6550784258.html
“1959 Jeep Willys Overland Pickup. All original drive 70k miles, Hurricane 6 engine, Warn Hubs, Dana Axles. Clear coat peeling and rust in lower door panels. To many projects need to sell.”
1959 FC-170 Marysville, CA **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500.
(03/23/2018) Runs and drives.
“*** Super Rare*** 1959 Jeep FC170 runs and drives street legal. Clean CA title in hand. Moving across country don’t want to tow all the way there. Fires right up, decent condition. I bought two years ago and drove it home from 2 hours away. She leaks oil, just needs seals replaced. I wouldn’t suggest driving long distances but could work with you on transportation cost, or possible delivery if not insanely out of the way. Great project truck!”
1947 CJ-2A JeepRod Longmont, CO $1100
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1100. It’s a project.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/602493870085709
(03/10/2018) “47 Willys hot rod project. There’s been a lot of hours put into the project to get it where it is. It’s a custom frame S10 front clip with disc brakes. Chevy 10 bolt rear end. Complete air bag setup tanks and compressor hooked up. Fuel cell steering hooked up. Brakes are hooked up. New floor and firewall on cab. Have pictures all the way through the project give me a call if you have any questions no motor or transmission!!!!!”
1950 Jeepster Walnut, CA $14,000
Not the best pics.
https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/d/1950-jeepster/6518956940.html
“new top, paint decent, fun car. Runs well, great piece”



























