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About eWillys
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.
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 (From April 15th): This CJ-2A is listed as a 1946 CJ-2A without a price, but it has a serial number plate of 18132(incorrectly riveted to the body) that suggests it is a 1948 model. Yet, what appears to be the same jeep is listed here and the ad claims it has a serial number of 193346, again listed without a price. Finally, it’s listed in a third ad for $19,777.
Seller claims to have 125 jeeps for sale, but I’m guessing most are newer jeeps.
“1946 willys Jeep call Matthew for all details we have 125 jeeps to choose from call (480) 628-9965 thank you.”
Chris shared these photos he took from Friday’s Willys Rally in Oxford, Ohio. You’ll may recognize Scotty’s “Rat Fink” CJ-3A and Dave’s blue CJ-5 from the Paris, Illinois, post from a couple days ago.
This section of Route 66 between Miami and Afton, Oklahoma, is the last surviving section from 1922, though this probably is better put: the last surviving easily accessible section. It’s 9ft wide and bordered by cement curbs (though the curbs are even with the road.
Day 33: On Thursday we drove from Ellisville, Missouri, to Claremont, Oklahoma.
Our drive from Ellisville, Missouri, to Claremore, Oklahoma, part of which we did on Route 66.
Late Wednesday night, we repacked our jeep, as Ann and Jim had done a deal for some sewing items. A big thanks to Jim and Tracy helping my wife forget all about our day-1 trials (and for dinner). Thanks also to Jim for the tour around west St. Louis and along the world’s longest strip mall. Whether it’s true or not, I can attest it is long. I was also impressed with the variety of local restaurants and grocery stores. For example, Lion’s Choice, which I test on Thursday afternoon, served a much higher level of roast beef on a hoagie bun. Even better, they offer a gluten free bun with roasted turkey, perfect for my celiac and beef-protein sensitive wife. We hope to return to St. Louis and explore that city in the future.
On Thursday morning, we continue our journey west, following Jim out to Craig “Mr. TheFcConnection“‘s place. It turns out his home is the kind of place that would make Daniel Boone happy, deep in the country. First, it was out a country highway, then we ventured down a long gravel road. Next, we had to cross the kind of cement bridge that might make a city dweller nervous.
Finally, we had to climb a long, steep driveway that only jeepers could love. It was at the top of said driveway that Craig had prepared a welcome of his own for us.
“M151A2 fully restored, Tan
This military jeep is fully restored…from NM/TX area , bought from a Customs and Border Patrol Agent in Las Cruces, NM. Minor nicks and military equipment attachment holes (such as Fording kit, etc.) visible. Vehicle is original and not modified. It was never cut or demilled in any way. Lots of new parts installed from RAPCO Parts Co.
This is a used military vehicle and restored with new maint and lots of accessories. Complete top to bottom restoration with new tires, good running (arsenal rebuilt) engine, new lenses on tail and stop lights. New radiator. Painted Gillespie tan (Sand). New battery box metal was the only part added. No bondo added to this vehicle – there were no major body issues in this vehicle-restating: IT WAS NEVER CUT ANYWHERE. Continue reading →
Jim’s showing Ann the finer points of using the emboidering functions on this sewing machine we bought from him. He’s renaissance man of many talents!
Day 32: On Wednesday, we drove from Paris, Illinois, to Ellisville, Missouri.
We pulled out of the Ogle’s lovely Country Bed and Breakfast by following some picturesque back roads. This one was particularly pretty.
Our first stop of the day was the little town of Casey. To get there, we traveled down I-70. Normally, we’d have likely bypassed a town like Casey unless it offered something unusual. The residents of Casey understood this, so in December of 2011, to help draw in some traffic, the world’s largest Wind Chimes were installed near the town’s center.
As word about the chimes leaked, travelers began venturing off I-70 to investigate them. Realizing the potential of having big things, more items began to appear in Casey. According to one woman I met, the influx of visitors ramped up quickly, bringing in unexpected cash and visibility.
Now, the town has multiple “largest” items, along with some other goofy items. Participating businesses offer a checklist for visitors so they can be sure not to miss them. The town’s website touts its “Big Things in a Small Town“.
“I have a vintage steel jeep hard top for sale. It was made by Koenig Iron Works. It came off of a Willys CJ3B but should fit other models as well. It is in good condition and is complete. All glass it intact and all mounting brackets are included. One door window is missing it’s regulator clip.
This version has vertical rear doors and removable side doors.”
“It’s time for this neat old 2-wheel drive1950 willys jeep to go. It ran fine some time ago, but it has just been sitting around gathering dust for quite awhile. 2-WHEEL DRIVE. No rust. 12 volt. Check the pictures. Sold as-is. No title. Will furnish bill of sale. No rust. $3,900.”
“Project Jeep
Clean title
Buick V-6 motor that runs
Complete rebuilt transmission
Extra Transmission and transfer case
Adapter for transmission already mounted to the motor
15″ wheels
Tires are 32 x 11.50
Comes with lots of extra parts!”
