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A March 06, 1949, photo in the Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph highlighted Newgren’s recently introduced bush and bog harrow. The Pittsburgh firm of Buyers Motors was promoting this piece of equipment and others as part of a product exhibition for Willys-Overland Motors dealers.
As part of the development of this uniquely styled rear-engine car, in 1937 Basil (Barney) Oldfield built a prototype he called the “Jeep”. The “Jeep” sold him on the idea of a rear engine vehicle, so he began development of a safer, more dependable vehicle built around the rear engine. Unlike Tucker’s rear-engine auto design, Barney’s “Spirit of Tomorrow”, completed in 1942, did not lead to a manufactured product. But, Barney did achieve his goals, as Ralph Nader approved of his vehicle, claiming it was roomier, safer, and had more visibility.
This September 05, 1967, article form the Victoria Colonist (Victoria, B.C.,) provides some good early history on the vehicle.
The “Spirit of Tomorrow” still runs. This 2018 video interview provides additional information:
https://www.sookenewsmirror.com/community/spirit-of-tomorrow-car-still-turning-heads-after-76-years/
The end of this video shows jeeps unloading, jeeps driving through a town, and a jeep navigating difficult terrain.
“L/Ss of soldiers talking to armed civilians on coastline. Various shots of man ploughing field with two ox. Several shots of war graves. Two men look at bullet holes in the helmet of which rests on grave. Various country scenes. Shots of soldiers looking out to see aided with binoculars. Various shots taken from landing craft approaching coast. L/S of jeeps coming ashore. Shots of jeeps moving through street of town. L/Ss of jeep being driven up steep mountain pass. M/Ss of soldier talking. More shots of jeep.”
**SOLD** Was $6500.
(02/02/2021) It’s still got the footman loops on the fenders, so it looks like it may have been a Surrey at some point.
“selling a surrey jeep 2wd column shift hard to find”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $6500.
https://kalispell.craigslist.org/cto/d/troy-1948-willys-jeep-cj2a/7324684128.html
“All original drivetrain with 4 cyl. flathead. Runs and drives great, no leaks, rattles, knocks or smoke. NO RUST. Mechanically sound. 12v.”
This lacks a fuel inlet and drain holes, but the steps have been rebuilt. I’m not sure what body model this is (possibly mb/gpw).
https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/d/monroe-1951-willys-cj3a/7326044883.html
“Willys Jeep, 231 V6, low miles, running gear in good shape, 3 speed with OD, new wiring, fuel tank, good tires with spare, new gauges, full top and bikini top, I bought this for a project this winter it’s good to go, all it needs is paint, I’m not a body guy, 9000.00 OBO.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price.
Unclear if it runs or not. It does have a Government plate.
“1961 Willie’s panel delivery barn door 4×4”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $150.
You’ll need the vertical-style windshield to make this flat fender top work
“I have an old jeep hardtop. Believe it belongs on a Willys Jeep? Not 100% sure what it fits the years. Selling as is for parts or usable? The windows are froze up in the doors. Feel free to ask questions I will answer to my best knowledge.”
No pics provided, but includes a Warn OD.
https://pullman.craigslist.org/cto/d/pullman-1946-willy-flat-fender-jeep/7324725719.html
“his extremely rare find is in excellent condition, it has a Chevy small block, very solid axles, large drum brakes, with a Cadillac telescoping adjustable steering column, 4 speed transmission with a Warn All Range Overdrive transfer case, it will take you where you need to go, this thing has shown me a lot of love and I am ready to pass it on to the next person that will treat it right. Please let me know if you have any other questio”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
This unusual project needs some TLC.
“62 Willys truck project on S10 frame with 4BDT turbo diesel and auto transmission. Was to be mini big rig look with all the lights, stacks, etc. Have many new parts, new aftermarket steering column installed, new master cyl, have many new lights, digital dash guages, chrome exhaust stacks, more too much invested and no time to finish, engine ran sweet when removed from working truck, also have stainless wheel simulators for the chevy 15 inch wheels, call for more details.”
