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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: Still Available.
(11/07/2020) This late model 3B might have some Thor hubs on it.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2746533735615455/
“Willys, 4 cyl, runs very good, 4wd, has a pto driven winch on the front. Tow bar, windshield lays down. New radiator, new brakes, new engine tune up, two fuel tanks (new fuel tank on drivers side) Just in time to enjoy in the deer woods!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
(01/10/2021) Lacks a title and needs some work.
“Runs and drives. New brakes and brake lines.
12 v with new wiring.
Will need tires and rims.
some TLC needed.
No title . Bill of sale
No texts please”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3900.
Appears worth a look. It is missing steps.
“1948 Willy’s Jeep
Original 6 volt system
Nice and solid straight body/frame
Has been in storage 2 years
Currently turns over
Have numerous new parts to completely restore including: 12 volt conversion kit,
Wiring system, dash panel instruments”
Blaine spotted these rims. I’m sure someone can use them.
https://boise.craigslist.org/wto/d/boise-kelsey-hayes-15×8-jeep-wheels/7270697563.html
“Set of 5 15×8 kelsey hayes wheels that were factory on some models of jeeps. 5×5.5″ bolt pattern.”
UPDATE: Coincidentally, I received a better version of this brochure in the mail today as part of a packet of brochures, so the pics are much improved. This brochure is Form 46 SWMI-3CM-11-49.
This is how the back side of the brochure when unopened.
The top 1/4th of this foldout is a different page than the lower 3/4. The lower 3/4 folds down. Also, note the ‘Jeep’ badge that appears subtly in the lower right corner.
This page shows the brochure fully opened.
This shows how the back side looks fully opened.
This description on this photo isn’t too helpful: [T-5 William R.] Shapiro sits [in what’s left of a Jeep]. You can see other wrecked jeeps in the background. The photographer was J. Malan Heslop.
https://contentdm.lib.byu.edu/digital/collection/JMHes/id/2126
This story about a jeep trip that turned deadly was repeated across the country. I tried to find “Amazon Canyon”, which is supposed to be east of TwentyNine Palms, but couldn’t locate it.
This version of the article appeared in the June 27, 1955, issue of the Lincoln Journal Star (Lincoln, Nebraska).
This French-Canadian ad was published in the September 1947 issue of Le Bulletin des Agriculteurs.
Looks like a fun race rig.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1089426504835742
“For sale,1947 jeep, set up for racing or dunes, has a wild Chevy 383 putting out pretty good HP, custom built turbo 350 with manual shift, Dana 44 front and rear with spool in the rear, disk brakes, trussed diff. solid cage including engine cage, bead lock wheels, this is handful of a jeep, not for the timid! Comes with new 31″ sand tires on Mickey Thompson aluminum wheels.”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $21,600.
Lots of updates.
“4 speed v6 dauntless engine
Limited Production Jeep CJ6. One of the rarest Jeep Models. Think Jeep Scrambler BEFORE the Jeep Scrambler! Frame off restoration completed in 2012 including:-Professionally done paint and body. -Detailed and Painted POR15 frame and undercarriage. Aluminum Radiator. -Custom 5” Suspension Lift with Rancho RS5000 Shocks. Steering stabilizer. -Rebuilt Jeep Dauntless V6. 8K on rebuild. -Rebuilt 4 Speed Manual Transmission. 1977 Ford ¾ Ton 4×4 NP435. -Heavy Duty Professionally assembled Ford ¾ 4×4 Transfer Case. NP205. -Front Dana 44 Axle. Rear Ford 9”. -Custom built Family Roll Cage ($3800). -Power steering!-Power Disc Brakes!-Aftermarket Wheels and Tires. -Custom Fender Flares. -Full Soft top. -Custom Race Seats with Harness Belts. -Bikini Top. -Custom Racing seats. -Steel Rock Sliders. -Aftermarket Stereo. -MUCH MUCH MUCH MORE. TENS OF THOUSANDS INVESTED! Get something that NOBODY ELSE HAS! This one of a kind Jeep can be driven daily or shown at car shows. Bump the key and go. Nothing left to do.!”
Older pics from 2015: