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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 .
It runs, drives and stops … and needs work
“I am listing this for a friend so please call him at 231-937-7084 Scott. This is a 59 willys FC150 with a 4cyl 3spd. Comes with a 7′ Meyers snow plow. Runs drives stops. Needs work to be road worthy or restore.”
http://grandrapids.craigslist.org/cto/1827558838.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,500
“Original Steel Frame and Body · 350 V8 Oldsmobile Rocket Engine · Oldsmobile 4-Speed Automatic and Drive Train · Mustang II Front End · Oldsmobile Tilt Wheel and Gauges · Power Brakes and Power Steering · Dual Exhaust (SS) with Glasspak Mufflers · Mustang II Cloth & Leather Interior · Stereo with Tape Deck & Four Speakers · Leather Boot · Chrome Wheels (American Racing) · Burlwood Dash and Door Panels · Black Convertible Top with Side Curtains (Like New) · Body Paint is Red Metallic and Maroon · Interior is Red with Black Floor Rug/Mats. Price is negotiable. Very nice driver.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5800
Here’s a hunter.
“all custom, ready to go, email if interested asking 5800.00 (the picts were just taken, the date on the camera is incorrect)”
UPDATE: The auction is in 2 days.
This is a nice looking CJ-5.
“1957 Willys cJ5. Painted within the last 5 years. New wheel cylinder,and master cylinder installed in the last 5 years. New starter 2010. aluminum wheels, role bar. Oversized tires. This is a fun little unit. No time to enjoy. This Willy’s Jeep goes up for auction on July 8th at 12:00pm. Please visit www.BrendenAuctions.com. for more information or to make offer. Or call Gary Brenden at 701-318/-2306. check it out”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/cto/1828093132.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500
(05/10/2010)
“1949 Willys Jeep – Turbo 350 Tranny with Trans Brake. Ford 9″ Rear. Beard Seats. Paddle Tires. Must see to appreciate.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
(12/31/09) It needs some work, but appears pretty solid.
“WILLYS JEEP, MODEL CJ 3B. RUNS GOOD, NEW TIRES, AND INCLUDES SNOW PLOW. NEEDS A CLUTCH, AND BODY REPAIRS. NICE PROJECT JEEP.”
For the Fourth of July, I celebrated by heading back to the formerly snow bound roads near Boise’ only ski area, Bogus Basin. As you can see in this pic, the snow is gone (see snow pics here), the mountains are now in bloom, and more progress was made. More on that tomorrow ….
A 1950 CJ-3A: Today, Darrel had to talk to me. So he stopped next to me, while I waited at a stop light, rolled down his window, and started asking me questions — what year was my jeep, who did my roll cage, and more …
Now, I had no idea who Darrel was. However, in the time it took for the stop light to finally change colors, Darrel had explained through his passenger side window that he A) liked what I had built, B) had a 1950 CJ-3A, C) wanted his jeep rebuilt for his daughter, D) had his jeep nearby, and E) wanted me to follow him there. If I learned that much at a stop light, I wondered how much I would learn about him once we stopped to see his jeep.
True to his word, he lived very close and had a 1950 CJ-3A that needed some work — hadn’t been run in 15 years. It had a V-8 conversion, solid body, rotted top and plenty of potential. And, to my surprise, based on my jeep, he asked me to do the work (and will pay me). I don’t have pics of this just yet. I’ll share more about this if we go forward with the project.
Brian wrote to me late last week to share a sad tale. As a part of the continued testing with his new build, he learned the hard way what happens if the oil in the front pumpkin housing gets too low AND the 4wd somehow gets accidentally shifted into gear (how that happened is still a mystery to him). The result: his front pinion started freezing up, resulting in some ugly sounds and a twisted driveline. See the pics to the right.
The good news is that everything else continues to behave well.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6300.
This looks good.
“1952 Jeep Willy…V8, runs ok. New tires,new full roll bar .. Blue, no rust or dents .. Some small scatches..Always garaged..Only driven about 50 miles in the last 3 years, never off road…Will take 1st best offer..”
Here’s an old fire jeep. It turns over and run, but there’s a mechanical problem of some kind.
“Mfg. Serial Number 21583. Date of Delivery 9/52. I bought two of these Jeeps in a package deal. I only want one of them, so I am selling this one. This Jeep would make a nice Jeep to restore. The body has a few bad places on it but all or easily repairable. There is very little rust on this Jeep, you can tell from the photos that the floorboards and toolbox is rust free. This jeep was used as a Fire Truck Brush Jeep and had at one time had a small tank in the rear floorboard. A couple of holes were placed in the floorboard for hoses leaving the tanks but I think they could easily be patched. The engine does turn over but there must be a problem in the drive train because it pulls hard when in gear. In any case it would make a nice Jeep to do a ground up restoration on. There isn’t a title for this Jeep but I will include with a Bill of Sale. Sold as is where is with no warranties expressed or implied. Selling it as a parts vehicle to be restored.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
This looks in good shape.
“1949 Willys Jeep in great condition. Only a small bit of rust on the undercarriage. Otherwise the Jeep is in outstanding condition. The engine was rebuilt by the previous owner and always starts easy and runs strong. The roll bar and front and rear bumpers are custom made with a detachable tow bar and receiver adapters for winch or other uses. All tires are new. The transmission and transfer case both work well and appear to be original. The electrical system has been converted to 12 volts and has a GM alternator. All lights work and backup lights have been installed for general use or field dressing game animals. The brakes work well, but the master cylinder leaks. It has not been registered since 1999, but can easily be registered as an antique. I have not owned this Jeep very long and really don’t need it, however I have enjoyed driving it and it’s more fun than an ATV.”
