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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 .
(03/26/2014) Deal includes the trailer. It might be worth a look.
“1953 M38A1 Military Jeep and M-100 Trailer. REBUILT, very nice. Rebuilt engine, 3 speed transmission, two speed transfer, axles. Complete new brake system (all lines, master cylinder, wheel cylinders, shoes). 8000 lb. Ramsey winch & PTO (original-fits frame), Five New rims, tires and tubes. Replaced canvas and seats. Rear seat, original too box. Complete off frame resurrection of frame and body…NO Rust out.. Good Glass. Unit has been converted to 12 volt. All lights work including black out. Includes repair and Parts manuals. INCLUDES THESE EXTRAS another engine, transmission, transfer case, bell housing, brake shoes, front and rear axle assemblies, pressure plate, carb parts, hood, tie rods, drive shafts, electrical parts, Tow bar, 24 volt starter. plus other odds and ends.”
I’m going to take the weekend off. Next update will be Monday morning.
Today I spent some time doing some housekeeping on the site, including updating the WordPress backbone to the latest version along with all the plugins. Phone users (and everyone) can now search a little more easily using the ADV search link at the top of the page. So, if something doesn’t quite work right, that’s probably why.
Here’s how our Spruce Goose photo is supposed to look:
On another note, Colin shared an email with me that I altered into the story below. I don’t know about you all, but I warned Ann when we first started dating to tell me before she cut or colored her hair. I said I’d never notice. She’ll even point it out and I still can’t tell, but I can sure spot a jeep with just a glance.
A husband went to the police station to file a “missing person” report for his missing wife:
Husband : I lost my wife, she went shopping & hasn’t come back.
Inspector : What is her height ?
Husband: I never checked.
Inspector : Slim or healthy ?.
Husband: Not slim, can be healthy.
Inspector : Color of eyes ?
Husband : Never noticed.
Inspector : Color of hair ?
Husband : Changes according to season.
Inspector : What was she wearing?
Husband : I think it was red, but not sure whether it was a dress or a suit.
Inspector : Was she driving?
Husband : Yes.
Inspector : Tell me the make, model & color of the vehicle . . . . .
Husband : She was driving a harvest tan CJ-3A with a Buick V6 that generates 250 horsepower powering a Ford Toploader 4 Speed. It has a full cage colored a faux shade of aluminum. The winch on the front is a classic pre-Warn belleview winch held up by an ARB bumper that I customized. There’s a small scratch on the hood and a dent on rear quarter panel …..
The husband halted, then started crying…
Inspector: Don’t worry sir, ……. We will find your jeep.
On May 1st we drove home to Pasco. We didn’t stop anywhere, so there’s nothing to report. We landed in Pasco, tired, but happy about our great southwest adventure!
Marc found this fascinating photo. The description explains these jeeps were part of ‘Operation Roll Up’, a plan to gather up jeeps left in the Pacific Islands during WWII.
“This is an original press photo. Dept- US Army Service Corps, Credit – ACME & NEAPhoto measures 9 x 7.25inches. Photo is dated 03-18-1952.”
“1951 Willys Wagon
This vehicle is a 20 year old restoration that is in need of body work and paint again. The paint is peeling and there is rust beginning again.
It has a very strong 4 bolt 350, turbo 350 trany with a shift kit, 203 transfer case, 9″ ford rear axle with 438 gears and drum breaks, dana 27 front axle with 438 gears and power disc brakes. Though not shown in the pics I do have all the original seats. with the exception of the drive train all the original equipment is here.
This wagon runs very well and has been a great mountain rig for my wife and I for many years.
Feel free to contact me with any questions.”
“1953 Willys CJ3B jeep 4×4, runs, needs work, lots of extra parts. 4 cylinder F head engine, newer fuel tank, rollbar etc. bill of sale only, no registration. Jeep has rust. Has unattached towbar.
1800.00 OBO, cash only, no trades.”
“I have a Willys Jeep for sale.
It has a Buick V6-225 that runs well. It is in rough condition but not falling apart. I have mounted the battery in the rear deck due to the V6 occupying all the engine compartment space.
I traded some work for it years ago but have run out of desire to work on it.
It has no paperwork and will need a VIN search. I can only offer a bill of sale.
You will need to come and get it with a tow or trailer. It runs but is not road worthy, .”
I don’t know how common these are, but I’ve not seen one.
“For Sale US Army M416 Trailer, This unit is (we have been told) and engineering Corps Trailer with the Whackey Roof affair and storage. That all Lifts off, no holes have been Drilled. This unit is Straight, Rust Free, Correct Jack Leg as well as Hitch, Wiring harness is there and complete, the Plug has been cut, Sale includes a new inner vehicle cable (has the correct ends) to fix the cut Plug. There are no lights. These Trailers can be correct with the larger late composite lights as well as the small aluminum Lights. Many of these end up on the road with their own light system regardless. Great for Camping Hauling or for the MV enthusiast. Good Rubber no dents no rust… IMPOSSIBLE TO FIND $1200/”
“This is what is left of my ‘donor’ CJ3A plow jeep I built. It plowed my yard for the past 15 years but the engine was tired and smoked. Since I had more engines and parts, I made another plow jeep last year using the body, windshield and seats from this. It runs, but needs the engine accessories (carb, radiator, fuel pump, etc.). Sits on 3 16″ rims and 1 15″ rim to roll out of the way. Parted out, this would garner more than $200.”
