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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.
Looking for parts and not sure where to go? There are a variety of large and small new and used parts sellers both online and offline.
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: **SOLD** Was $11,995.
Looks solid. Has some updates.
“1953 JEEP WILLYS Classic
Automatic with 53K miles
Fully restored
Very Clean inside and out
Runs and drives great”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(01/01/2017) It’s an ex Navy jeep with a data plate. The plate looks awfully new, so it might be a replacement? I’m just not a fan of the M-151 rims on jeeps.
“Selling restored Jeep CJ3B painted to look like a Navy Jeep
It has new brakes, master cyl. rebuilt, 5 new wheels and Non-directional tires, both differentials rebuilt, trans. rebuilt, engine checked for compression, new rebuilt distributor and new steering wheel.
The Jeep has a NEW body, (never been wet!) and new aftermarket wiring harness. The lettering is vinyl, will come off if you desire.
Driven only in parades since restoration, selling for health reasons. Runs and drives great!
The odometer does not read correct mileage, non-functional when I purchased the Jeep.”
http://dayton.craigslist.org/cto/5937190412.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5000.
(12/26/2016) A tailgate may have been added.
“V-6 Conversion Done Right. 12 volt upgrade. Runs. been stored.Needs right side axel. Very Rare! has Very Hrd to find Combat Wheels ! everthing on this Jeep is in great shape. This jeep has stories to tell. CASH/TRADE”
http://reno.craigslist.org/cto/5932497758.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3950.
This has had a makeover since it was last listed in December.
“1951 Jeep CJ3A w/new rebuilt engine….and many newly rebuilt parts (starter, generator, carburetor). New wiring, hoses, belts, battery cable, seats, fuel pump, transmission floor cover plate, etc. Cleaned and refurbished fuel tank. This is a very good “WEST COAST” Desert mountain truck that has no rust/cancer. Yes….OD paint, but that’s all…..tires are in very good condition. Includes spare mt. & tire. Runs great!!.”
It’s been modified.
“1954 Willy’s 3b.v8 Chevy power steer.runs drives and stops.full width waggy axles 6-lug.rancho 4404 front leafs.Cherokee rear leafs.warn 8274.Dana 18 t-case.Muncie m21 4 speed.advance adapter.electric fuel pump.newer edlbrok carb.missing front drive shaft.frame has no rust.body has little some small holes.wheels and tires not included.
Will sell for xtr$there 35s.have 7 tires.have good clean title.firm on price.would trade for auto jeep wrangler tj model.no e mails.no scams.deal done in my drive way.scammers don’t bother $3500$ no wheels tires.4500 with.”
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/5960966093.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.
Glenn spotted this one.
“I have a 53 Willys wagon in parts body has a lot of rust I have a pink slip license plates paperwork current registration not looking for trades make me a reasonable offer”
Looks like a good price. It’s been cleaned up.
“Hello all,
* PHOTOS ARE FROM BEFORE I BLASTED IT! LOOKS MUCH BETTER NOW! JUST HAVENT TAKEN NEW PICTURES YET
GET READY FOR A HARD WINTER! I have a 7″2″ Meyers snow plow that came off a 1949 Jeep CJ3A for sale or trade! Plow is solid besides a few small holes, would be a simple patch weld repair, or just resurface completely. I have blasted the plow and thrown a coat of primer on and painted with miracle paint.
Your getting the complete plow package with the pump. $250 or trade!”
http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/pts/5950755077.html
UPDATE: **SOLD* Was $2000.
(10/27/2016) It’s a project.
“Selling my 1948 Willys CJ-2A Jeep. It has the original L134 flathead 4 and runs strong. Also original T90 3 spd and dana 18 transfer case. The trans is currently out and I’m rebuilding it and possibly the transfer case. So as of this typing it doesn’t run. but when that rebuild is done it will run and drive and price will go up. I have all the stuff to rebuild it with so if you buy it it is all ready to work on. also has factory rear pto. that’s locked up but should be easy fix. 4wd works good high and low gear. Steering box is sloppy, front end wobbles pretty good up around 30mph. tires hold air and ive drove on them about 20 miles but will need replaced.I made the wooden braket to mount two swivel style boat seats in, which are very comfortable. it is just in with screws so if you want to take it off you can. the seats aren’t included. I do have gauges and fenders. This little jeep is loads of fun to drive on and offroad and would make a good downtown cruiser or hunting/farm vehicle.
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Leigh shared some pics and information from his visit to the Gippsland Vehicle Collection in Maffra, Victoria, Australia, which is about an hour or so east of Melbourne.
He writes, “The first photo shows a 1956 (this could be earlier due to shipping/conversion times) Willys 6-226 Truck. Fifteen vehicles with this configuration were introduced into the Country Fire Authority (Victoria) that year. The 6-226 was fitted with a BSA 17 LP Pump and 180 gallon (800 lit) tank.
At the time, the Willys was the only small four wheel drive truck capable of carrying a water tank of this size, however even with an output of 105 hp (70 kw) it struggled in steep country with its relatively high first gear. On loan from the Fire Services Museum of Victoria http://fsmv.net.au/
Next is a 1943 Ford GPW depicting a vehicle from the 234th Medical Co. of the 4th marine Div. that served in the Pacific during WW2.
This is a Ford GPA with Australian Army Markings.
UPDATE: Thanks to Brett, I’ve added some photos of a later model General Supply V4 (possibly a Ford V4) at the bottom of the post.
Rick Webb shared what he knows about the history of General Supply Compressors & Hesse Compressors. His father Paul Webb played a principle role in the compressor’s development. I’ve included pics below to show how much alike they looked.
For reference, this is a General Supply GS-250 Compressor powered by an L-head. More pics here:
Contrast the one above with this one, a Hesse Horney Compressor powered by an L-head. More pics here:
Rick began, After reading information on youtube and the forums it seems as though there are a lot of questions concerning the hesse hornet and the gs-260 air compressors.I don’t claim to have all the answers however I can shed some light on the development of these units.
My father, Paul Web, lost his dad at the young age of 24 and took a job at the General Supply and Leasing Company in Kansas City, Missouri, in 1951 as a delivery driver. A division of the McDowell Tire Company, General Supply sold tire changing equipment.
When he took the job he met a man by the name of Dick Roberts who was an engineer. They soon hired a man with the last name of Simes (pronounced “Sims”) whose first name I do not recall.Simes was from Arkansas and was a self taught mechanic. He could not read or write, so they taught him to sign his name so he could cash his paycheck. He never used a torque wrench; however when his engines were tested his torque specs were spot on. Continue reading
