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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 .
(04/27/2014) This doesn’t run and needs some parts.
“1952 Willys M38 Jeep – $2150 firm. Clear title, with soft and hard tops, original data plates with serial numbers, etc. still intact. Tires and soft top weathered. This would be a great renovation project. Was used as daily vehicle over 20 yrs ago until new vehicle was purchased and has been parked since then, anticipating a renovation. Not original engine. Currently not running, needs seats, tires and a lot of TLC”
“looking to sell my cj2a willys jeep, no time to finish this project, still turned over the last time I worked on it. Needs a lot to get road worth but a fun toy to have when done, perfect for on the farm or off road enthusiast.”
Listed as a 1945, the serial number (and other factors) suggest this is a 1946.
“Willy’s Jeep CJ2A 1945. Original 4 cylinder flathead engine. Recent machine shop overhaul, holds 90 psi. (To buy a rebuilt costs about $2150). Good original windshield. 12 volt electric system. Fresh rebuilt starter. New 12 volt battery. New fuel pump. Carburetor rebuilt. Starts and runs good. Body tub rusted through in places. Original seat frames. It’s now running on a temporary fuel tank. Has extra wide 16″ rims and tires – okay to get around on. Make a great little vehicle to knock about the ranch with or make a fun restoration project. I have the title signed and ready to go…would consider delivering. $1395/OBO”
Our home for Friday and Saturday night was the Thousand Oaks Hampton Inn. Thousand Oaks was great in part because they had some good food stores. The local Whole Foods had some sliced bison meat they sold in a warming bag (kind of like they do with chicken). Since Ann avoids beef most days (beef protein sensitivity) having some Bison was a treat for both of us! Not only do they have food, but this small community seems to have more shopping per square foot than most. There are shops everywhere, but not many houses (that we can see) to support them all.
Saturday we did a big loop. The drive north and west on 23/118 was particularly beautiful, due to the beautiful rocky and hilly terrain. The remainder of the drive (especially 101) was full of traffic.
On Saturday, after sleeping in late (due to being awakened by someone walking very heavy in the room above us at 4:30am), our first adventure was a meeting with Dan Horenburger, who has collected an amazing collection of Forward Controls. It was a unique treat to have him share their history with us.
Dan explained that he was brought home in an FC after being born. Clearly he caught the Willys Sickness within just a few days of his birth, the poor guy. By his mid-teens he purchased and rebuilt his first FC. By then there was no turning back, so instead of medication or therapy, he embraced it. Since then he’s spent many years searching for unique vehicles. Fortunately, his professional (carousel restoration) allowed him to travel far and wide to search for them. As you will see he’s been successful.
Here are some of the Fire FCs he owns:
He also has this rare Mobile Driller attachment on the back of an FC-170:
“1947 Willys cj2a 4X4 with a 3a window frame. Motor is a 1959 Corvette 283 ci with fuel injection heads , 283 hp. Runs very well .Very Desired , Motor alone is worth nearly the price of the Willys . I have owned it for nearly forty years. Polished Aluminum Diamond plated floors .Power Brakes, Warn overdrive ,B&M Star Shifter , Turbo 350 automatic fresh rebuild approx. 50 miles on it. Warn Hubs . Has a new Soft Top installed one time . Bikini top also.Bucket seats . Tilt Power Steering w/Grant GT wheel . Full gauge set , heater works well, Body had fresh paint six years ago , steel diamond plate is powder coated. Six point custom roll cage.Skid plate covers under side,Rancho 9000 adjustable shocks,has a twenty gallon race fuel cell, have original tanks as well , Multiple transfer cases ,hubs,assorted parts. Most bolts are stainless steel, lots of stainless steel extras. 33 X 12.50 X 15 TSL Thornbird Mudders , E/T polished aluminum mags.Very nice Jeep . I can’t keep it like it should be kept. Lots of extra parts.”
“This is your chance to own a beautiful piece of American history, restored to perfect original condition.
I have put 4 years into this classic vehicle. Every system and part of the vehicle was inspected and repaired.
Restoration Includes:
* Complete Frame-Off restoration
* Rebuilt brake cylinders and master cylinder
* New wiring harness
* New windshield glass and rubber seals
* New gauges, Dimmer switch, Coil, Voltage Regulator, Solenoid, Plugs, Plug wires, Temperature sending unit, brake lights (basically the entire electrical system has been replaced)
* Seats re-upholstered with durable canvas
* Hand stitched Shift boots
* Military Bi-Directional wheels”
“1945 Willys MB. It is a rare jeep if you do your research. Fully restored with only 600 miles on a rebuild engine. Way more money invested in this beauty. Selling to buy a dream house. Matching year jerry can and tools. Won’t last at this price.”
