Anyone know if this jeep is still there? This photo came from this page (though I removed the kids). The photo was take at Omaha Nebraska’s Henry Doorly Zoo.
Anyone know if this jeep is still there? This photo came from this page (though I removed the kids). The photo was take at Omaha Nebraska’s Henry Doorly Zoo.
UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**
I’m sure this photo wasn’t posed … lol.
“1942- Mia Hodge, better know as Mia Macklin, British Olympic ice skater, sits atop jeep surrounded by U.S. mechanics after she delivered the jeep to their repair station “somewhere” in England.”
Paul found this link to Larry Shank’s story of camping with a CJ-3B and teardrop trailer in the southwest on Petrolicious. Nice story and great photos. You might remember his story from the CJ-3B Page.
http://www.petrolicious.com/willy-s-jeep-carries-family-through-sixty-years-of-desert-adventure
That’s one big plane!
“1965 LOCKHEED C-5 GALAXY United States Air Force Jeep Workers Press Photo”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5600.
Looks like a solid jeep.
“Rare opportunity to own a true, one of kind military classic! Always serviced and well maintained. One of the cleanest examples you will find. An affordable collectable the whole family can enjoy.
-original Willys Hurricane 4 engine
-starts and runs perfect
-3 speed manual transmission
-shifts and clutches smooth and easy
-2 speed 4 wheel drive transfer case
-like new military spec tires with matching spare
-like new high quality canvas/windows by Best Top
-full military lighting, black out lights and Jerry can
-Veteran owned
A unique, well preserved example of a military work horse. Everything in good working order. All lights, wipers, even the horn works! Originally an aircraft support vehicle. This Jeep retains many unique features. An easy to maintain, affordable classic.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9,500
(01/02/2013) This looks good.
“One of a kind 1948 Willys Jeep Frame off restoration New body and paint Lockers front and rear No rust Less than 5000 mis on motor New top with doors Heater Good condition”
UPDATE: Was $3000. **SOLD**
(08/06/2014) This custom wagon might be a good deal.
“1953 jeep Willy’s on a 77 blazer frame with a healthy Chevy 350. 35in tires warn wench 4 hella lights facing front, smaller spot lights completely around. Will get you were you need to go. Been in the desert most of its life but has some rust. “
UPDATE: Back on eBay.
“1953 Willys CJ3B. Red with Black top and Interior Chrome from Bumper to Bumper. Buick 260 V6 Power Plant! Manual transmission Low Range Mid Range High Range Transfer Case with Locking Hubs. Must See. Show Stopper”
I really don’t know what this seller means . . . Doesn’t look like this cam straight from ‘Nam’.
“Selling my willys jeep know what I’m saying? I brought it back with me from Nam its been there for me when it gets ruff ruff like my dawg namean? It has. Buick 231 and edlebrock Carb turbo 350 and serious off road meats. I’m headin out west and would like $5,000 and two mules know what I’m saying.”
UPDATE: Was $14,500. **Status Unknown**
(05/18/2014) Lots of mods to this CJ-6 or M-170.
“1958 jeep cj-6, sbc 350, nv4500, twin stick dana 20, PTO winch, Currie high pinion 9’s with detroit lockers front and rear 4.88 gears, 37×12.5×17 BFG km2s, aluminum radiator, truck avenger 670cfm, aqualu industries one off aluminum front fenders, LED lights, too much to list. This is a Excellent turn key jeep ready for whatever.”