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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 .
(08/28/2012) This runs and drives. It looks like the rear of the body has been patched and/or repaired.
“1942 Ford GPW for sale . Partial restore. Body clean, needs a little work, glass is good, seats restored, The engine purr’s like a kitten. The transmission is good, a bit of whirl in the drive line. New rubber on original rims. Electrical is good. Dash is in good shape with seal. Jeep also comes with a winch if needed (not installed), tow bars. Overall the jeep is clean and runs well. Mechanically it will not need a much work. Jeep runs great. Is a great restoration project that should be relatively easy. Gets a lot of thumbs up going down the road.”
On Saturday I continued the big sonny-do project of my visit to my parents house: replacing rotten footers under the kitchen. To access them, one of my tasks was to break up some nearby concrete. After working the jack hammer for ten minutes, I remembered why I became a writer; I’m too old to be doing heavy construction. Another two hours passed before all the cement was removed. By then half my body weight had melted out through sweat; I was soaked. But, at least I was done with that step of project. Yeah!
So, how did I celebrate? By abandoning the project for the day and driving down to Tacoma to hang out at the FC Get Together.
The 2pm timing of my arrival couldn’t have worked about better, because there was still some lunch available and I was hungry after digging up half of Renton. I chowed down while enjoying the company of old friends and meeting a few new ones. After lunch, we spent a couple hours basking in perfect weather, staring at the FCs, sharing stories, and discussing the finer aspects of how the Americans consume water from western Canada, yet Canada gets the better view of Niagara Falls. We concluded we have no control over any of it, so we should just play with our jeeps.
One of the more interesting FCs was the FC-150 Blaine dragged to the event late Friday night. He purchased it up north. I think the only thing holding it together is the green moss.
The grand event of the afternoon involved moving of a heavy duty International rear axle from Blaine’s truck to Steve’s truck. Since all of us are handsome and strong bucks, you’d think we’d each grab a part of the axle and move it with manpower. But, no, we couldn’t possible do that when we had a tool for the job: Jim’s Holmes 440 wrecker setup on his FC. So, with Jim, Blaine and Steve doing all the work and an international community of supervisors, including me, Canadian Dave, and other, providing all manner of advice, they set out to make the transfer. Here are a couple photos:
The wrecking arm getting positioned inside the back of the truck. The wrecker runs off the PTO of the T-98.
Even father inside . . .
Success!
They had to set down the axle and hand crank the big arm upward until it was high enough to drop the axle into Steve’s truck.
Thanks again to the Mingo’s for putting on the event!
People have asked how the transmission swap is going. Well, fixing my parents house and finishing the book have trumped work on Biscuit, but I did trade for and bring home a low mile short block that *should* solve my engine woes. Here’s a picture of Biscuit and of the new engine.
“Selling my totally STAINLESS STEEL 1942 Willies body style Jeep, manufactured by Ford. This vehicle has been totally restored from top to bottom. It is one of a kind, there is no other like it. Engine is a 302 V8, transmission is a C4 automatic, Edelborck intake/carb/valve covers. Rear axel is a Dana 44 and front axel is Dana 25. All Rancho suspension and many more features. Feel free to call or text me with any questions. Must see to believe.”
This looks like a great price. This even has the Dana 18 gears in the Dana 20 case.
“PRICE REDUCED TO $4,000 FROM $6,500. 1949 CJ3A Willys $6,500 with rebuilt 229 Chevrolet V6 MSD A6 ignition Painless wiring Flaming River steering K&N filter aluminum radiator with electric fan AGR power steering pump and 10 to 1 steering box ARB on board air compressor column Munci 465 4 speed transmission spring over suspension Dana 30 front axle with Lock Right locker and one piece Superior shaft Dana 20 transfer case with 18 gears Dana 20 rear axle with Lock Right locker and one piece Superior shaft Ramsey REP 9000 winch with Tomken mounting plate 35×12.5×15 BFG tires custom bumpers with tire carrier and gas can maounts Corbeau seats with Simpson body harness Tuffy console box bikini top and new Bestop full top.”
“Alas, I realize that I am never gonna do anything with “The General”. Time to let it go.
It runs well, and drives OK, but needs TLC. Worst issue at the moment is a hole in the top from a falling tree last winter, but rust in spots, and many layers of patches and paint. Artistic, almost. Mostly original except for a 12V conversion, and an aftermarket plastic gas tank. $1000, and you can drive it home. (If you’re not in a hurry to get there 🙂
Best way to reach me is via email, but you can try my home phone: 719 481-4262. Ignore the greeting, but do leave a message. Will post some fotos later today.
Here come fotos. That stack of steel wheels go with it, as do the doors. There is also a box of misc new stuff; some ignition parts, some seals and bearings, maybe a tie-rod end, and an electric fuel pump. And I neglected to get fotos of it, but there is a home-made spare tire/jerrycan rack for the back, and I think a couple cans for it. No guarantee on the jerrycans usefulness, if I can even find ’em. I also have a couple service manuals for it.
Steve”
“Complete Restoration of this beautiful 1942 Willy’s Jeep. This is an excellent restoration job!! Mounted in the jeep is a replica 50 Caliber gun. Call anytime for details on this hard to find Jeep. This Jeep runs great! No issues.”
It’s been sitting, but still might not be a bad price.
“This is a 1952 Willys Jeep. I’m listing this for my dad. It has been sitting for at least 5 years. I know he put new leaf springs on it a few years ago. It has Warn front locking hubs. It also has a rare full aluminum hard top. We have the original front windshield. I believe it to have a 67 Ford 200 cid straight 6. $1700 obo. Call or text. Text is best. If you call please leave a message.”
