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The most interesting this to me about this brochure is that the front of it shows the wagon in front of 1962 Seattle World’s Fair icons. In terms of brochures, based on what I’ve seen, Willys-Overland and Willys-Motors didn’t usually include that kind of iconography.
This is the front:
The back (when unfolded) is blank:
Unfolding the brochure vertically yields these images:
Opening either wing reveals the unfolded imagery:
This shows the unfolded back:
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This 1952 video is slightly different than another video (Jeepers Creepers) containing some of the same clips.
vs. this version (which most of us have seen):
These two photos from the Denver Museum of Nature and Science Digital Archives includes these two photos from a June 1949 trip though Southeastern Utah, specifically the Glen Canyon area. It’s unclear who these folks were or whether this was an official survey party or just an jeep adventure.
CREDIT: Denver Museum of Nature and Science; https://dmns.lunaimaging.com/luna/servlet/detail/DMNSDMS~4~4~161797~112775:Glen-Canyon-scenery?qvq=q:jeep&mi=10&trs=13
CREDIT: Denver Museum of Nature and Science; https://dmns.lunaimaging.com/luna/servlet/detail/DMNSDMS~4~4~161798~112809
This ad appeared in a July 1957 magazine, but don’t which one. As Vernon noted about this ad, the ad below also shows a truck with a stake bed extension. Any ever seen that option?
On February 11, 1945, the Pittsburgh Press shared the news that Ireland had ruled that the word Jeep could not be trademarked there. There were two reasons for that decision: 1) the word had not been stamped on the vehicle(s) and 2) the term ‘Jeep’ had fallen into public domain as a result of usage.
Both concerns seem valid. Even today, there’s confusion around the brand in terms of Willys vs. Jeep. However, one could argue that both issues were the result of Willys-Overland’s effort to win a war, thus the company sacrificed normal naming (in terms of vehicle models), advertising, and trademarking issues. So, why should they be penalized?
This FC sold for $36,000.
Bill shared this beautiful FC-170 for sale on eBay via AutoEvolution.
“This is a 1 owner truck and considered brand new, never been registered or titled til summer 2020
A Mississippi Truck its entire life, used on a farm and around town.
52,000 Original Miles
Undergone a complete frame off restoration
Hurricane 6 Cyl motor with less than 20 miles on rebuild
3 speed transmission with 2 speed transfer case
Original Radio and Fan as were the only options for that year.
No rust
New Paint in original color scheme and new upholstery on interior.
Truck looks Brand New!
Runs and Drives Beautifully!!”
Appears solid.
https://charlotte.craigslist.org/ctd/d/statesville-1946-jeep-cj2a-willys/7272921848.html
“1946 Willys Jeep CJ2A
MECHANICAL:
-Factory 4 cylinder engine.
-3 speed manual transmission.
-Original 6 volt system.
INTERIOR:
-Front bucket seats.
-Rear Bench seat.
-Uncut dash.
EXTERIOR:
-Rare folding split windshield.
-Powder coated factory steel wheels and full size spare.
-Custom center console and storage boxes.
-Jerry can and rear mounted flare box.
Unclear if it runs or not, but looks like it may.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/722581471955163
“Restoration project I never got around to doing. This is a 1953 Willys wagon Original 226 in line 6 3 speed with overdrive, new wiring harness included to convert it over to a 12 V, Electronic ignition, Comes with two extra spare doors, a grill and a top.”
Mike spotted these frames for sale.
https://fresno.craigslist.org/grd/d/sanger-jeep-frames-m38a1-military/7275442311.html
“Here are two military army 4×4 M38A1 jeep frames.
Both still have the machine gun mount attached.
$400 each choice or $700 for both.
I also have Willys MB and Ford GPW frames”
It’s a project.
https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwi/cto/d/monticello-1950-willys-jeepster-overland/7275114097.html
“Up for sale is a 1950 Willys Jeepster Overland, This vehicle has very good bones and would make an excellent restoration project. Body is solid although quarter panel on driver side has some rust..As you can see in pictures the top has a good frame and the seats are all there but will need reupholstered.. The original engine has been replaced with a 455CI, 4BBL four speed with power steering and the steering column as well. Some of the body paint is peeling but the metal is really in great shape.Under carriage is also very solid. Also along with this we have a number of extra parts including hoods, vent windows, two more top frames and many other items. The asking price is $5500 for everything”