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The East Coast Willys Association’s 3rd Annual Swap Meet on Saturday was a big hit. Several readers submitted photos (thanks!). Here are some:
Carter and Bailey having fun at the swap meet.
Charles just purchased this pump. He was wondering if anyone recognizes it? Was it a WWII era pump?
UPDATE: Was $3200. **SOLD**
“I am selling my 1963 Willy’s CJ-5 Jeep. It is a survivor. My grandfather bought it new and it was used around the farm in Michigan until he died. I inherited it and tried to paint it, but it didn’t turn out too well. I did rewire it as the mice ate the old wire insulation. It has 23,598 original miles with the stock F134 4-cylinder engine. I have added some warn hubs, rebuild the brakes and replace the bearings that were bad. I have replacement decals for the ones that are coming off. It has a clear title in Arizona and I still have it registered. It runs pretty good, though I would recommend a complete going through to get it running tip top. It has some rust on the underbody due to the “rust-belt” of the midwest USA. The rest of the body is in pretty good shape for being over 51 years old. It comes with a full kelly metal top and homemade snow plow with two original willy’s hydraulic pumps, and some extra NOS parts that I got off a AMC garage going out of business in the 1980’s. Tires okay, but not excellent.
Good shot of the hood number.
“This is an original WWII photo of GIs and their JEEP in the center square of a small town in Luxembourg as the inhabitants celebrate liberation. The town band has assembled in the cobblestone square to formalize the occasion”
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This is an interesting one. Note the driver’s side exhaust where the gas tank should be. It also might have a column shift. The low swoop of the side body suggests this is a prototype. The rivets along the ‘swoop’ and the handle position suggest this is a Ford GP body, yet the fenders look later and the slope of the swoop isn’t quite right. Anyone have thoughts on this? See the Ford GP image below for comparison.
“You are bidding on a great photo named to CPL CHARLES SARM he servied in the HQ Company 3rd Battalion 23rd infantry regiment 2nd infantry division and also served in 3rd Battalion 394th infantry regiment 99th Division. the photos are from the in 1940 – 1945 including Louisiana maneuvers and war photos.”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000
(09/05/2014) Looks solid.
“1953 Willys CJ3B
Early 289 Ford, Low time on motor. T-90 Transmission (rebuilt), T18 Transfer (rebuilt),
Warn Overdrive (new), Factory Differentials, 10″ brakes. NEW all steel body, hanging pedals, power steering. Owner asking 6,000.00 OBO. For further information contact Ron”
Looks solid, but not ‘completely stock’. A steering box has been added and wiring updated with fuses. Looks solid.
“This is the Jeep you want…it has never been butchered or modified, it is completely stock. I am the 3rd owner. The only modifications that I have done is install Saginaw steering and Warn front hubs. The engine has a very fresh complete overhaul professionally done with approximately 5000 miles. It comes with a metal half cab with metal doors and soft doors. I hate to part with it but it is time for something different.”
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/4696393753.html
The front bumper isn’t original, but the rest looks good.
“1This Rust-Free CJ2A was never abused, and has lived a pampered existence since frame off restoration. Always stored inside, not driven in foul weather. Mostly used for weekend jaunts. This is a great vehicle for any collection, or for use as a fun runabout in the country or the city. It’s ready to enjoy. Needs nothing, Runs perfect. Comes with a white best top and doors. Top bow is missing.”
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UPDATE: Still Available
(08/24/2014) Looks like a nice rig.
“Chev v8 motor
detroit locker in rear no spin front
wench in front
hubs front and rear
33x450x15 tires
full roll cage”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/cto/4698114396.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
Runs and drives.
“1954 Willy’s Jeep Cj-3b High-Hood “Frankenstein”
Third Owner, of this fantastic rare High-hood flat-fender jeep named Frankenstein.
Frankenstein got a frame off restoration done in an open back yard on a college budget in 2004. Then shortly after sat, and only drove around during the summer months. Now with a family and other projects competing for time, I want to hand Frankenstein off to someone who will take this beast to the next level. Runs and Drives..This thing screams and will burn rubber like a hot rod.
The Good — 95% Rust free jeep. Chevy 350, Edelbrock Carb. Long Tube Fenderwell exit headers, 2″ Rancho Lift springs. 1″ Lift shackles 0.5 Body lift. 33″ BFG ALL-Terrains (50-60% Tread), 6 point roll cage. Drop pitman arm, Typical Custom rear jeep bumper, Dual electric fans, Lots of extra parts.
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