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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.
There are plenty of interesting, unusual, historic and surprising stories related to Jeeps and their owners. In addition, some of these features have nothing to do with jeeps. This link will display all featured stories starting from the latest.
Looking for parts and not sure where to go? There are a variety of large and small new and used parts sellers both online and offline.
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 .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
It doesn’t run and looks pretty rough.
“I have a 48 willys jeep it has some kind of Gm 6 cylinder in it. Had it running last year but can’t seem to get it going this year. Needs some work for it to be safe to drive around on the streets. It is in pretty good shape for as old as it is. Don’t really wanna get rid of it but don’t have the money to fix it up.”
It’s a project.
“1947 willys project. All parts there except windshield. Frame and running gear in good shape runs great and 4wd works good. Has rancho lift. Comes with 2 tubs both need some work. One just needs the floors patched outside is fairly decent. Have rear body corners and rocker panels. Roll bar and seats. Would make a nice jeep with a little time. $1900 or trade for ford highboy or similar, atv, dirt bike. Let me know what you have.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/4475038694.html
No pics provided.
“For Sale……Willy’s CJ3A, no engine, mostly original, later model column and seats, original wheels, twin stick trans/TF case, roll bar, $1500 obo”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** No price was listed.
No pics provided.
“hi i have a 1963 jeep fc170. this is a project but very hard to find. have all parts. email phone number and i can text you pictures. thanks”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.
(04/30/2014) Listed as a 1941 (none made in ’41), it is more like a late ’42 or later given the lack of script.
“Very nice and valuable piece of time…selling a 1941 Original Ford Jeep.
All running gear, Main trans and transfer case, no engine. Restorable project. Lein sale paperwork complete. Don’t miss this deal, call today”
UPDATE: Still Available
(04/26/2014) Needs some work, but might be worth a look.
“front diff needs ring and pinion gears, back gears good but I cannot get the brake drum off to replace wheel brake cylinder. So brakes need work. 4 cylinder flat head running, has power steering .”
http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/4477476013.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
(05/14/2014) Looks in good shape.
“1952 Willys CJ-3A Exellant original condition, staight metal no body work, no rust. Engine runs great, uses no oil, low miles. (have original spedometer) new radiator, water pump. New carburator, fuel pump and starter. New clutch, pressure plate, ring gear throwout bearing, also new exhaust, transmission re sealed. New brake system all around and new wheel bearings. 12 volt system, new military style tires on original wheels, seats covered in canvas, asking 5500.00 cash! “
David found this article on the history of the jeep in an issue of the September 1978 issue of Car and Parts Magazine. It a rare photo of the four-wheel-steer Bantam BRC-40 that was once owned by Checker (Bill Spears has lots to share about the Checker/Bantam). It very well could be the one in the post below.
I happened across these Bantam/Checker BRC-40 photos on Flickr. Note the ‘Checker’ gauge in the dash.
You can view al the photos on Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/fraik/7786283534/in/set-72157631075876678/ Below are a couple:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was an in-person auction
There are several jeeps at this June 7th Auction. The “1959 CJ-2A” looks more like a 1949 CJ-3A or maybe a 1959 DJ-3A to me.
“1946 CJ 2A WILLYS AGRA JEEP – 4 cyl “L” head, 4wd, live pto, 6 volt electrical system. Canvas top, restored as original working jeep
1955 Willys Overland Wagon, Super Hurricane 6 CYL, 4WD
SMALL WINDOW/COLUMN SHIFT 1949 WILLYS PICKUP
1959 CJ 2A WILLYS SERVICE JEEP 4WD “L” HEAD MOTOR
1978 CJ 5, WITH AN INLINE 6 CYL 4WD, FLOOR SHIFTER
1966 CJ-6 made by Kaiser Willys with an “F” head motor, 4WD floor shift; engine needs work
1953 CJ-3A
1949 CJ-2A
LOADS OF JEEP / WILLYS PARTS & ACCESSORIES & MORE!”
http://www.auctionzip.com/cgi-bin/auctionview.cgi?lid=2091849&kwd=willys&zip=&category=0