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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.
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 .
There could be some parts value here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/956326185427217
“Jeep red and gray, possible M38 ,4×4, CJ5, cab rusted through, 4 cyl., manual transmission, drivetrain and running gear seem ok. No dmv paperwork. Selling AS IS for parts only. *Needs means to load unable to assist.”
The 1963 issue of Jeep News, Volume 9, Number 3, is only eight pages. I was surprised to learn on page one that the Kaiser-Jeep headquarters was established in Oakland; I didn’t know that had happened. Lower down on page one, it was interesting to see that despite the new name (Kaiser-Jeep), dealerships were to be listed under ‘Jeep’ in the “phone book”. For those too young to have used a “phone book”, ask you parents what that strange device was and how it was used (and, while at it, ask them about the Sears Christmas Wish Book, too).
Page two begins with an overview of the Fourth Annual Arizona Jeep Jamboree, sponsored by the Phoenix, Arizona, Jeep Club. I don’t have a sense of how popular this became or when it was halted (I assume it was halted?). Page two also contains a look at some of the upcoming Jeep ads. Page three notes the expanded presence of Kaiser-Jeep at fairs across the country.
Page four highlights dealer issues. Page five reports on the industry recognition Kaiser-Jeep received for the new brochures. Lower down on page five is the story of a Wagoneer climbing Mt. Haleakala in Hawaii. Page eight contains a variety of jeep photos from auto shows around the world. There’s also a photo of an FC-170, truck, and Wagoneer with campers.
This November 1959 Jeep Parts and Service News contains a couple small notes on column shifters. In particular, there were two different steering column assemblies used on the two-wheel-drive jeeps (wagons, sedan deliveries, and DJ-3As). The full assemblies can be swapped, but the parts cannot be swapped.
John shared this modified truck. It includes an overdrive.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1012785993287576
“Old backroad truck . 4×4 three speed with overdrive. Not a hot rod or show truck. In-line 6 ford truck engine. Converted to 12 volts. All instruments work. Heater and defrost work. New tires less than 20 miles. New side post battery. Converted to alternator. All lights work. Steering is hard, brakes stop but need room. Diamond plate steel front and rear bumpers. New carb, fuel pressure regulator and gauge. Electric fuel pump and filter. New aluminum radiator and electric wipers.if it’s posted, it is still available. Will not respond to is it still available. No trades. Odometer doesn’t work”
This may be worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/771933138094316
“1953 Round body Willys jeep (M38A1) Was restored at one time, has sat for a while. Needs motor work but is An original sleeved motor (4 cylinder) the doors are also pretty rotted”
The price is a stretch, but this looks to be a convertible DJ-3A. Only one pic provided.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/750125976961654/
“The Willy has all parts. It began restoration years ago after a death in the family have decided to move on. We have the engine transmission. Everything don’t have much history on the vehicle other than it’s a very complete not much rust”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4050.
(11/25/2023) This seems a bit rough, but hard to find these on the east coast.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/700452835373457/
“Veep VW Kit car. CJ2A/CJ3 style Jeep sitting on a frame with full air cooled VW drivetrain. I have been at air cooled VW shows for decades and this is the only one I’ve seen in person. White wagon wheels (from kit) and rear bumper included.”
Doesn’t run.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/340365502104280
“1948 Willy’s CJ2A Not currently running, last run in 2019. Doesn’t have a key and needs a battery. Good tires, spare gas tank and lots of good parts. Bought to restore it and never got around to it”
Unclear how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/906098074378206
“1946 Willy’s have the title, does not run but will move and would make a great project!!”
Thanks to Maury for spotting Nate’s snow video. While he plays in the snow, we are surviving the cold. First, our re-done trough water delivery froze, then our well-water seems to have frozen, which remains a mystery as to why. Anyway, we are dry camping at home for the time being. Temps start trending up today, so hopefully this cold snap will be behind us for the remainder of winter.
