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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 .
“For sale 1950 willys gasser jeep one of a kind, 90% of tub has been replaced all new metal no rust! 2 ×3 rec tube frame all custom built, ladder bar coil over rear suspension 8.8 limited slip rear axle with 3.73 gears. Speedway motors gasser front suspension heavy duty 3/8″ wall front axle. Disc brakes front and rear. 15″×14″ centerline rear wheels with brand new Hoosier pro street 31″×18″ tires. 15″× 4″ centerline front wheels with brand new tires. 283c.i.d. small block chevy rebuilt with 500 miles on engine, 350 turbo Trans. Too many extra parts to list $6,000”
“Package deal…will sell separately……2 jeeps for sale..1st is a 1943 willys MB…2nd is a 1946 willys CJ2A..both are projects.
1943 MB has original tub, fenders and windshield, also has MB hood and grill, it sits on a cj2a frame and I do have a machine gun frame mount for that. Started cutting out part of the floor. Comes with lots of extra parts. Including engine and transmission. New tires also.
The 1946 cj2a is in fair shape also comes with extra parts, engine and transmission.
This is a package deal, however I will sell either one for 3000$”
“1946 Willy’s CJ-2A Jeep. Body is not in the best shape it will need some work. The firewall was cut out from previous owner due to the engine and transmission. Engine is a Chevy 283 not sure on the year, Engine does run. It is a PROJECT.”
Examples of the GET A ‘JEEP’ campaign in the full page ads of the Saturday Evening Post.
The company also introduced a subtler GET A ‘JEEP’ magazine marketing strategy in the form of small cartoons.
So far, I’ve only identified the publishing date of one cartoon, but I’m sure with time we can identify the others. As of a November 13, 1946, the cartoon ad campaign was still being used, but the December 14, 1946, full-page ad does not include that phrase.
This GET A ‘JEEP’ ad appeared in the October 12, 1946, issue of Collier’s Magazine. Strangely, the only attribution is the “A product of WILLYS-OVERLAND MOTORS”. My conclusion is that this was a sneakier “ad” for the new jeep.
This keepsake brochure lacks any date, but I presume to be the second tour of jeeps around part of the country, probably in 1948. The brochure cover page shows a Mahl Loader attached to one jeep and a Blue Star hardtop on another jeep. I wonder if a similar brochure was made for the first Cavalcade.
I ran across one of these manuals, then a search led to other years of this brochure. Below is information from eBay on the 1961, 1963, 1965 and 1966 manuals:
“1948 CJ2A runs and drives has a ford 289 with the original 3-speed. Was an old dessert racing jeep back in the day. Then later restored in early 70s. Engine has had some work done to it. The heads are off a 302 that have had some work done. I have a video of it running that I can send to you. Has a aluminum intake off of a HO mustang. Has a electrical fuel pump. And power steering. Asking $4,000 OBO. Accepting trades”
“Cj2A L Head Motor Vinyl Top New fuel. Tank Lines.and pump. Carb rebuilt. Starts and runs needs Brake master Cylinder. Power take off on rear have tank & parts for snow plow”
“1946 Willy’s CJ2A it runs, drives and stops. Running 134 cid 4cyl bored .040 over.. 3 speed T90 transmission and Spicer 18 transfer case. Remanufactured brake master and wheel cylinders and new lines. New fuel tank. Remanufactured starter. 12 volt conversion with alternator. Valves lapped and adjusted. Has half cab aluminum hardtop and doors. Needs: Battery, tires (comes with 15″ yard tires and rims), seat frames and body work. Have clear Michigan title in hand.”
