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1955 M-38A1 Missoula, Mt $3995

July 25, 2012 • CATEGORIES: M-38A1 • TAGS: , , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE II: Price dropped to $3995.  http://eastidaho.craigslist.org/cto/3173547560.html 406-240-8961

UPDATE:  Still Available.  Please review this thread before contacting the seller:  http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=682338 as it appears this jeep is being sold by the same person (the ad displays a phone number which links to his name).

(06/18/2012) This look alike a to-good-to-be-true ad.  Possible scam.

“1955 M38A1 Willys Military Jeep with only 50 K original miles, very solid, no rust holes, runs and drives good with original 4 cylinder engine and T-90 3 speed transmission.Has front turn signal black out lights still intact and drivers side rear black out light included, data plates on dash still intact. Brakes work, heater works, good clutch, turn signals and lights work. Has original seat frames with back seat and original canvas top and gerry can stamped US. Original style side curtains and doors are available new reproduction to match top. Own a piece of history. easy to restore or use as is, with original title from 1977 when purchased from army surplus. Has been converted to 12 volt.”

http://eastidaho.craigslist.org/cto/3173547560.html

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Newest GPW Scam — “Totally Rebuilt” 1942 GPW at $5999

May 23, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Features • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Here’s the text of this newest Scam:

“URGENT SALE – IMMINENTLY! 1942 GPW Ford Willys Military Jeep 4×4 Vintage – For Sale By Owner
Totally Rebuilt – New gas tank, Hydraulic Wilwood Clutch, 44 rear axle,
If you should have any questions, please feel free to contact me. tks”

Here are two pictures from the scam. There’s another one of GPW in a garage, too.

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The GPW Scam is Back

May 13, 2012 • CATEGORIES: Features • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: The GPW Scam is back with the same pics.  I’ve flagged about twenty of them over the past couple days. The price varies, but always around $5000.  Below is the picture most often used:

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FROM September 24, 2011 … Here is how the scam works.

Rob is sharing the email exchange he had with the GPW scam:

Here is the latest on the 42 GPW scam including the fake invoice from Google Checkout. The request for the Western Union money order is not how Google Checkout transfers funds.

Continue reading →

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Year? M-38 Columbus, NC $35,000 **SCAM**

September 9, 2011 • CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE:  Steve notes this is a scam and this sold a few months ago.  He also notes that LSD-30 was a Navy ship and the LSD stands for Landing Ship, Dock.

The price is a bit high.  I think the description explains a lot.

“Need to sale to buy my jeeps”

http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/2589095463.html

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A New Twist on an old Scam — 1942 GPW $4999

August 15, 2011 • CATEGORIES: Features • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Thanks goes to Dexter for spotting this new twist on an ongoing scam by some pond scum.  The famous 1942 GPW that popped up throughout the nation now has its own youtube video.  The price has shifted from $4700 to $4999.

http://reno.craigslist.org/clt/2547048909.html

httpv://www.youtube.com/user/GWilliams429#p/a/u/0/9FicxLIgu44

Here is the Ad text, which appear just before I flagged the ad as a scam.

“Rebuilt 1942 GPW Ford Military Jeep -Rebuilt Collection compact military four-wheel drive utility vehicle. 4-cyl. side valves, 134 CID (2199 cc), 60 hp (45 kW). It is an excellent choice, FLAWLESS condition, Very light use. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me on my YouTube chanel: http://www.youtube.com/user/GWilliams429”

Here is an original pic found on an earlier ad that now is on the video:

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1945 CJ-2A Ladera, NM $2500

July 10, 2011 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE:  Price dropped to $2500.  This may be a scam.  Apparently there is no Ladera in NM.

(04/19/2011) I can’t tell if this is a VEC or not.

“For sale one 1945 Willys Jeep CJ2a. The jeep seems to be mostly stock except for larger gas tank installed behind seats, the tailgate, and the carb not original oil bath and 12 volt . There are probably other things not original, but I am a total rookie on these Willys. During my period of ownership I had new pistons & rings installed, emergency brake, yokes, seals and new fluid in drive train. I believe the 4wd works; temp, oil pressure, speedometer work, the gas gauge and horn do not. The lights & turn signals work. Has a massive manual crank winch on front in case you get stuck. Vehicle runs & drives and started right up in the coldest of days this past winter.
I have a clean NM title in my name and is currently registered to drive on the street, though doesn’t go much past 40 mph.
$2500.00 cash only, no trades
Please call: 321-7380”

http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/2485499621.html

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1966 CJ-5 ***SCAM***

March 29, 2011 • CATEGORIES: CJ5 • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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This scam is back as of 03/29/2011

UPDATE:  This is likely a scam.  Thanks to Rob for pointing it out. Both ads indicate that the vehicle is in that town’s location.

Here is Ad #1 from South Florida for $2600: http://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/ctd/2233712838.html

“The engine is a GM Performance 350 and B&M 700R4 2200 Stall, Dana 300 Transfer case with twin stick, Currie High Pinion 9″ and Dana 44 4.56:1 Geared Limited Slip Diff., Custom Exhaust. This car has less than 100 miles!There are many more items of interest that have not been mentioned.”

Here is Ad #2 from Nashville for $2620: http://nashville.craigslist.org/ctd/2234836413.html

“Warn Power Plant Duel Force HP Whench with hidden hook behing folding license plate. PCW 52 Series 15X10 Wheels, with Mickey Thompson MTZ 35X12.5X15 tires, 4″ reverse shackle kit with 1.5 inch shackles. ”

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