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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: Price dropped to $3500
This appears in decent shape.
“Has new military style tires, steering gearbox, shocks, etc.. Has black vinyl top with doors. Call Charles (940) 391-5009.”
http://dallas.en.craigslist.org/ndf/cto/1501921614.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200
(12/04/09) The paint could use some … well .. more paint. But if you need a plower, this might work great.
“This an oldie but goodie. It is a 4 speed, 6 cylinder flathead hurricane engine, 4 wheel drive. The same owner had this vehicle since 1968!!! The vehicle does run and drive, but we are selling it as parts or for restoration only. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
(12/09/09) Not much of a description It looks pretty stock.
“RUNS GOOD, GOOD DRIVE TRAIN…NEEDS BRAKES”
UPDATE: still available.
(10/01/09) Here’s a stainless jeep from Seattle’s Eastside. I gotta say, that back seat might be the most comfortable looking back seat I’ve ever seen in the back of a jeep.
“1951 willy jeep all stainless steel not to many made like this very rare only a few was built this jeep is in perfect condition runs drive perfect a very expensive jeep its worth $20,000 is a buty must see in person I have the title and everything dont want to explain to much so call for $12,500 all questions 425-285-8012”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/1466139255.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7100.
(09/06/09) It’s not completely stock, but not far from it. What’s the metal underneath the front driver’s-side fender?
“1953 Willys CJ3a, all stock, not modified, runs and drives excellent. new gas tank, new rear seat and new 6 volt battery. Items for display at car shows go with it. no top. Painted inside and out, and underneath. Many new parts. Parade and car show ready. Licensed with 1953 plate, Every thing is done. No rust! Asking $7200.00.”
UPDATE: I should really put the day of the “no post” up to eliminate any confusion about which day I’m talking about (which was Tuesday night).
Anyway, ever had one of those days where your ex-wife calls you to tell you that (1) instead of paying her mortgage, she chose to make other decisions with her money? And, oh by the way, (2) the bank didn’t like that she didn’t make the payments, so, after a few discussions with the bank, (3) the bank put it up for auction and sold it. Finally, (4) she was now calling me to let me know what had happened so that I could help support the kids through this emotionally!
Now, because my 3 kids live there and because I personally have $30k in equity (and she has $220k in equity), this is no minor mistake. Despite talking with her several times, I doubt I’m getting the full story. She’s not stupid, but this was beyond dumb.
Seriously, what was she thinking?
So, while I like a break now and then, I would have much rather not had to have a break at all ….
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Sorry, I had a late night of driving. Drop by tomorrow PM for posts.
thx,
– Dave
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2900.
It’s a little rough, but looks solid. Some paint might clean this right up.
“1944 MB Willys Jeep , GPW frame , CJ2A/3A Head . 4×4 , WWII era , axe and shovel holder , new clutch , converted to 12 volt , runs good , some rust , extra parts including soft doors , tow bar , Warn hubs , Winch , roll cage , same owner for 34 years. Have more pictures if need. Asking $2,900.”
Without Craigslist or eBay I doubt eWillys would exist. Therefore, I try to keep up with news about those two companies. Also, after being a co-founder of an early online bartering system we called BarterFarm back in 2000 (see logo to the right), I have followed eBay, Craigslist, and other online classified-based companies over the past decade. So, I found this article today in the Guardian very interesting. I thought maybe a few readers would be interested in this too.
I knew that eBay had managed to purchase a sizeable chunk of Craigslist back in 2004, but I didn’t know the following.
1) eBay is fighting to get a board of directors position on the Craigslist board, because they own 28% of the company.
2) To keep this from happening, Craigslist has been attempting to dilute ownership so that eBay will own less than 25% of the company, which keeps eBay from being able to demand a board seat.
3) I knew that there are only a handful of employees at Craigslist (maybe 20?), but the revenues last year for Craigslist totaled about $100m. That’s much, much higher than I expected! Given the size of their employee base, I suspect they are either contracting out a lot of services or raking in a lot of cash.
4) eBay launched Kijiji, a competing classified website which I have seen around, but never took very seriously.
I’m not saying one venture is better than the other, but eBay would eat their own children, while Craigslist is a community focused, egalitarian venture (hence the lack of ads, the lack of a national or international company sponsored search engine, etc). One is public, while the other is private. One is entrenched in the center of San Jose and Silicon Valley, while the other is situated in the heart of San Francisco. eBay only obtained ownership by purchasing private stock from an early founder or investor (I can’t remember which); this didn’t make the other owners very happy. Therefore, this relationship is destined for a rocky relationship of some kind.
UPDATE: Still Available
Here’s some old wagons.
“looking to sell some jeeps that have ben sitting for some time , ok the first jeep is a 1950 willys has no motor good parts good running gear the next jeep is a 1955 it has a motor its a 6 cylinder 4×4 the other jeep is a 1958 willys 4×4 with a 4 cylinder hercules motor in it. it also has a lift on it with 33 inch tires . if you have any questions about the jeeps need to contact david at (208)-245-7258.if you cant reach me leave message looking to get $ 1500.00 for all or $ 800.00 each thanks for looking.”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/1498464878.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
(11/14/09) I don’t suppose it last ran when parked on the trailer?
“this willys ran when parked. It has a 4 cld.replacement moter 4 speed and is 4×4 everything works needs battery and air in tire tire has slow leak. will sell for 3,000 or best resonable offer will concider trade for older running crew cab pickup and will look at other trade options”