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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 .
“this is a project car.
it is titled, registered, street legal,
is a 1947 willys jeep, has a 1937 henryJ rebuilt motor , factory standards and specifications.
has new. custom radiator, 8″x15″wheels, mud tires, complete new fuel system, electric advance distributor, overdrive, cj5 leaf springs, complete new exhaust system. ’42 ford grill, nine slot, swinging headlamps, in the process of a new electrical system and disc brakes . $7k takes it away . 4wheel drive
comes with extras”
DAY 6: Today we drove from Paducah to Huntsville via the Sam H. Werner Military Museum. It was almost a total bust, but Parker Lowndes saved the day!
Today’s drive from Paducah to Huntsville
Today we had one objective: To visit the Sam H. Werner Military Museum in Monteagle, Tennessee, a museum that just opened last year in 2017. I’d seen pics of prototype jeeps, prototype lightweights and more and couldn’t wait to visit.
Once again, for the first half the drive, rain came and went. About noon, the rains finally left us. It was great to have some dry weather again!
We reached Monteagle at 1:30pm. The Werner Military Museum isn’t far off the interstate, so within a few minutes we were sitting in front of the museum. But something was noticeably wrong. The gates were locked and no cars were in the parking lot.
But it’s supposed to be open today!!!! NOOOOOO…..
Hmmm …. This can’t be good. The hours were Wed-Sun, 10-3, so it should have been open. But, it wasn’t. I looked to my left and there was a sign, torturing me. It read: Jeeps to Tanks, Come in and Visit Us …. trust me, I’m trying to get inside!!
Desperate, I turned to the website. There, I found two folks with emails and phone numbers. The first one went to voicemail. The second one went to Parker Lowndes. Thankfully, Parker answered.
Parker explained that the volunteer who should have been at the museum had to leave early. Could I come back tomorrow? I explained that I’d come a long way and had to head south to Huntsville later in the evening. After a short conversation, Parker offered to meet us at the museum but couldn’t be there until 4pm. I said we’d be happy to wait. It turns out, it was worth the wait.
It was real pleasure to meet Parker and learn about the museum. He took time out of his Friday evening to open the museum just for us and guide us through it. He explained that the museum has only been open a year, serving about 1000 visitors so far. They are looking for more volunteers, to rebuild vehicles and operate the museum. They also need to sort through lots of items; they are not lacking in museum content. If you are interested in helping, contact the museum.
Parker also mentioned that the museum will be hosting a Military Vehicle Show & Swap Meet May 18,19 & 20 for anyone interested.
The museum itself is divided into two large buildings. Here are a few pics from the first:
“This is a 1960 Willy’s overland wagon. Originally rare silver with red interior. The interior is great. The exterior could use a repaint. This is a Wyoming vehicle with no rust. Has additional custom built, side fuel tanks tastefully done with switch in cab. Manual vehicle with multiple drives. High and low gear. 3 speed, atlas, 4×4. PTO. New rebuilt motor.”
“I’m selling my 1946 CJ2a. Runs great -80% original comes with a Best Top and doors. Tires are 1 year old retreads from Treadwright these are great tires. Everything works as it should. Transmission is a t90 from a cj3b works great-shifts well. 12volt upgrade with newer alternator. Older 8,000 lb wench with remote. New brake shoes and front brake lines. Some dents. Must see in person to appreciate.”
“Project CJ3A for sale. Purchased 3 years ago and have restored it a long way from what it was. Still not road ready, but runs very well and brake system completely redone.
Wheels & tires purchased new in 2015 and have <100 total miles on them. Only have ever driven this Jeep up and down my private road.
Engine is not original to this 3A. It is from a 40’s MB. Continue reading →
“Very clean Willy’s Jeep with rattle can olive drab paint job. Runs very good and everything works. Has a bimini top, gas can, rear seat, seat belts, and power steering! Previous owner installed power steering and upgraded the motor to a ’53. Diamond plating in the back seat area and a winch. Odometer says 6830, but surely that isn’t accurate.”
“1948 willys cj2a has short in wiring haven’t had time to go through that have to many other projects. Had the engine overhauled a few years back and starter and generator rebuild about the same time”
