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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.
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 .
Steve spotted this one. The photo sold for $129.50 yesterday. It was listed as a photo of the first Ford GPW, but this is actually (I assume) the first Ford GP produced.
“A Vintage 1941 Original Photo announcing the introduction of the U.S. Army’s newest midget car called a “Jeep” ! This small four-wheel drive utility vehicles would become an icon of World War II Jeep. Here is the very 1st one to roll of the production line. Original press stamp and caption with a 2-28-41 date on the verso of this early photo of the famed vehicle”
Steve forwarded this request for help in locating a Jeepster.
My name is Tami. My dad was Howard F. Post, “Bud” as his friends and all called him. I am very interested in tracking down his ’48 or ’49 Willys-Overland Jeepster. It had a Caddy engine and a Buick automatic transmission(??) as far as we could remember. Attached are the pix of his Jeepster showing the License plate (Calif.: DYH 159) and the modified dash. The “pull lever” was the shifter. My sis always said that no one could steal it because it was too hard to figure out. :))
We were teenagers and in our early 20’s when he sold it. At that time we didn’t wonder or ask why or who. My mom passed away and they sold the house about ‘69-‘72 and that was approx. when he sold the Jeepster and his Willys Jeep. He and 3 buddies painted all of his Jeeps to match. All I remember, everyone in town knew the car well, and it was his baby. My dad raced motorcycles, midgets, and more. My Mom asked him to quit when my sis and I were born.
I joined the Willys Overland Jeepster Club about 3-4 years ago. They published an article about my dad’s Jeepster but no answers. My dad helped start up the Jeep Jamboree in the Rubicon Canyon and I had some pix of the early days–as I recall he went up several weeks ahead of time, and I thought he told us they poured a concrete pad for dancing and to set up camp. I got a bunch of pix together and didn’t go much further with it. I had pix and not a lot of info. The W-O Jeepster club has lots of Jeepster and a lot of them for sale.
My dad was a fabulous guy (of course:), but I know he was a great mechanic. His dad was a tool and die maker, and my dad was his understudy and a great mathematician. He worked for Ford when he was 17 ‘till WW2 and was in the Navy with 3 Ford dealers, and worked for each of them from Washington State. to So. Cal. and then settled in Vallejo for good.
OK, thank you for your consideration and for any info you can help me to find my dad’s Jeepster.
Here’s another army jeep lighter for sale out of Great Britain. This one includes a stand.
“table lighter built into a chrome U.S. army jeep or ‘ willys jeep ‘ – the jeep is fixed to a cut brass plate and stands next to an inert ordnance round sign which has been stamped with the name of the town BASTOGNE, which played a large part in the battle of the bulge, 1944.
The jeep is all cast metal – quite detailed – the lighter is built into the seating area and simply pulls out – the brass plate it stands upon looks like it was a section of a large grandfather clock watch face – the section measures 8 inches across – fixed to the rear of the jeep the round with the brass Bastogne sign.”
This one sold for $46.60 on 09/27/2014. It didn’t include the stand.
“Up for auction is a vintage art deco Jeep cigarette lighter in a Pewter color in excellent condition. The lighter is being sold in working order, but , it was part of a collection, it may have not been used in a while. I have checked everything before listing. It will be shipped empty, per USPS requirements. Please be aware that it should only simply require a topping of fuel to get it going. Strike lever has strong action and flame adjuster turns easily, There is flint in the chamber.Jeep measures 4″ long and is 2″ wide and weighs 1lb. Low starting bid at $9.99 & no reserve, You will like this lighter.”
“Listing this for the widow of a friend who passed away. A restored 1943 Ford GPW with a restored WWII 1/4-ton trailer. The GPW has a browning (demilled) .30 air cooled MG with ammo boxes and accessories. It also has a canvas top. It has combat wheels all around with “Ford” script tires. This is an older restoration that has had loving care since restored. Well worth the asking price”
“1942 “Willy’s” Jeep. Yes, this is like the one Dad had but better! This Jeep is about 90 percent restored. Runs great, just don’t have an interest in it any longer.Has original canvas top,split window,with the flat head four “Willy’s motor. Runs great,original 6 volt system with a 12volt starter. Serious inquiries only!”
“I have a 1948 Willys CJ2A barn find for sale Original F4 engine, all original except for the roll bar, wheels and tires. Staight body very little rust. Comes the hard to find metal hard top that was made by USA Iron Works, and metal doors, has all of the hardware and original glass for hard top and doors. New brakes and master cylinder. All electrical works, street legal, good tags and clean title, 47mph, climbs like crazy! Starts right up and runs really nice. This is a great little jeep, its a classic and would not take much to restore or just leave it like it is….. call or text and I will get back to you as soon as I can.”
“1954 Willy’s M38-A1 Military Jeep with a 1952 M102 Trailer. Jeep is titled and plated. Trailer has no title bill of sale only. Over $10,000 invested with most of the receipts. Has been in parades. Runs drives, stops and turns. Low, high, 2 wheel and 4 wheel are work as designed.”
(09/03/2014) This looks like a nicely updated flattie.
“I am selling my 1946 Jeep Willy CJ2A. It is no longer stock and has a number of upgrades including:
Body is aftermarket replacement parts (steel) MB/GPW windshield frame 1967 Chevy 327 (275HP from factory) 1968 Muncie M21 four-speed transmission with Hurst Shifter Dana/Spicer 18 Transfer-case Dana/Spicer 25 Front Axle Dana/Spicer 44 Offset Rear Axle 11″ Drum Brakes Saginaw Steering Upgrade Upgraded 11″ drum brakes New Rear Seat and Driveshaft New 31×9.5×15 AT Tires on 15×8 American Racing Outlaw II Wheels
The 4wd works well and easily goes in and out of 4 wheel and 2 wheel, and high and low. The transmission shifts well and has never popped out of gear on me. The engine is solid and one of the cleanest I’ve seen on the inside after having the intake and oil pan off. I did a casting number search on it to find out the build specs and year and it came from the factory with 275hp. With the addition of the carb, intake, HEI ignition, and headers it is pretty easily past 300hp now. “
“1952 M38 Jeep original frame, body, engine, and running gear. Has 24 volt electrical system powered by modern alternator and starter assembly. Brand new carter carberator was still in box packed with cosmoline. needs new rear seat cushion. Has trail run top with bows. Comes with extras and has been frame off rebuilt including engine.”
Does not run, but looks to have potential. It is part of an estate sale.
“1949 Willy’s Overland Jeepster Original 4 cyl. Flathead Engine with 3 Speed Manual, Original Bumper, Hub-caps, Cream Color Leather Seats, Radio, Side Curtains, Paint Good Condition but non-running Fun Vehicle for the Beach
Missing Steering Column Willy Cap, Needs New Battery, Brakes or Brake Fluid. Needs TLC,
Only 2,960 1949 Jeepster’s ever Produced 53,000+ Original Miles
Transferable Title Garage kept Last Five Years Will be Part of a Huge Estate/Tag Sale this Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm and Sunday from 12 noon to 2: pm only No Pre-sales.”
