eBay Search

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.

Jeeps Showcase

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.

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Buying Tips

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 .

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1951 CJ-3A Tustin, CA SOLD

February 16, 2021 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.

(11/20/2020) Looks like a full rebuild that will take more effort than the seller suggests.

“Check out this sweet 1951 cj3a. She has a very solid body. Bubba cut a 2 holes in the rear. I’m guessing to use so kind of equipment. Mobile welder or something off a PTO. She was a work jeep for sure. But looks to be taken care off. Other then the hood the body has this cool German desert camo kind of patina too it and check out the vintage mascot painted one it. It says “go devil powered” pretty Rad!! Also on the tail gate you can still make out the willys four wheel drive. I have a windshield frame gas tank and radiator for it. As is. has a tile and non op reg. But she has her spot in line to be fixed up and it won’t take much to get her going and street worthy again!!”

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1949 CJ-3A Spokane, WA $4000

February 16, 2021 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Still Available.

(01/12/2021) This is a project that’s called a Korean War jeep, but is also listed as a CJ-3A.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1763359600498293/

“Olive drab original color under an old dealership paint job. Korean War Jeep. All receipts, lots of brand new parts Rebuilt transmission, transfer case, axles, steering box, clutch new in box, new springs and shackles, new brakes engine machined. New seat foam. Other than the body almost everything is fully restored to original condition. 4000obo.”

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Only This Update Monday

February 15, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Features, videos • TAGS: Half-Top. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Updates will resume Tuesday morning.

In the meantime, Bill shared this video by Nick. In it, he obtains a ran-when-parked jeep, only to discover that a ‘2-hour’ repair job took a little longer than he planned. This is always the danger of a ran-when-parked jeep. Note that this has a rare Worman half-cab.

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1951 Brochure: Power! … Where It Counts!

February 14, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Advertising & Brochures, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This 1950 or 1951 brochure focuses on the main 4WD vehicles offered by Willys-Overland, including the 4WD Sedan Delivery, he 4WD Truck, the 4WD Station Wagon, and the CJ-3A Universal Jeep. There is no form number on it. I’m dating this as 1951 because 1) it doesn’t mention the f-head being ‘new’ and 2) the 1950 truck and wagon brochures are more colorful and larger, whereas the 1951 brochures feel a little more subdued in their use of color.

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1944 Article on the Burma Jeep Trains

February 14, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Features, Old Images, Old News Articles • TAGS: Jeep-Trains. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

The article shares information on why the GI’s had to use jeeps on the tracks and the dangers they faced. The photo is from a later newspaper.

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January 31, 1945, in the Evening Sun, Baltimore, Maryland.

From the Tucson Daily Citizen, October 23, 1944:

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1944 Photo Angelo Tempesta Sleeping on Jeep on eBay

February 14, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Features, Old Images This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This photo shows jeep driver Angelo Temesta sleeping on the hood of his jeep.

View all the information on ebay

“For sale is an Original WW2 US Army Press Photograph of a named Solider Sleeping on Jeep Willys in St. Lo France, dated July, 1944. Measures 5″ x 7″. There is wear and a creases in the middle. Other edge wear and minor creases. Please see all photos.”

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1946 VEC? CJ-2A Benton, AR $12,000

February 14, 2021 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: Militarized, VEC. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Appears to have some Husky-style Allstate hubs.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1145874969178311

“Awesome 1946 Willys CJ2A. This is a SOlID 75 year old Willys. Absolutely NO RUST on body or tub. Just finished restoring. This Willys is parade and show car quality. Has a CLEAN ARKANSAS TITLE. Starts right up and runs and drives great. 4 Wheel high and low. Good tires. Has 2 new seat belts. Might consider trading.”