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UPDATE: Was $23,000. **SOLD**
Mark listed this at warjeeps.com
“1941 Jeep MB slatgrill. Completely restored and operational. Email for more photos and information.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000
Not perfect, but might be good for the price.
“Very rare oppertunity to buy a very very early running wartime willys jeep
one of only a few hundred reputed to have survived worldwide
$6,000 absolute firm
Clear title in hand
Genuine collectors will know exactly what this is !!!!
No trades,scams or any other dreamers/ tire kickers/picture collectors etc
jeep currently in storage in houston texas
Cash only”
UPDATE: Originally published 12/24/2012
The Canadian Military Education Centre museum at Chilliwack, Canada, has three nicely restored jeeps. Here is a nice set of pictures that shows a number of the vehicles they have: http://www.flickr.com/photos/unclegal/sets/72157627666293766/with/6142314877/
1942-45 GPW: http://www.flickr.com/photos/unclegal/6142314877/in/photostream/
1942 MB: http://www.flickr.com/photos/unclegal/6142887298/in/photostream/
1942 Slat Grill MB: http://www.flickr.com/photos/unclegal/6142889178/in/photostream/
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Here’s an early Slattie.
“1941 willys mb slat grille. this is a very early jeep. according to the gee 503 dot com. some say it is a first or second day production.
I will list specifics that this jeep has. it has a running willys engine. with a mb 111471 that is the number on the water pump housing on the jeep engine. which consequently is the vin number. no dash plate with number or number on the frame.
this engine runs and purrs like a kitten. I base all my information of the g503 where this is a possible us replacement army engine out of the 50s but it is NOT the correct engine.
Some awesome pieces are included in the sale. Slat grille radiator (which may have a leak in the middle) Gas gauge. previous owner said it worked when the tank was full. but I doubt it. don’ tknow. air filter is early as well. there a slat air deflectors on the side of the fenders. and the big one on bottom of the hood. engine smokes a little when it is first fired up. but the jeep drives starts stops. all three gears work”
UPDATE: Was on eBay. Status Unknown.
“Here is a very early 1942 Willys MB jeep. It is the very last run of slat grills that had the glovebox. It has a slat grill frame with the short top straps and a willys script tub. It also has slat grill air deflectors. The jeep has a F head motor installed that turns over. The jeep will probably run with very little effort. I do have a WWII Willys MB engine that I would be willing to sell separately to the high bidder. I am starting the bidding at $100 with no reserve so please bid accordingly. What you see is what you get and please ask any questions you have. There is no title but I can obtain one. It will take a month or so and the winning bidder will have to cover the fees. I can help shipping this jeep anywhere in the world.”
Walter pointed out this nice Slat Grille out of Poland. It is a MB that has been refurbished into a Slat Grille
“for sale 1942 MB
rebuilded as Slat Grill , frame off restoration
main parts :
frame 1942 MB – corrected to slat grill
engine 1943 MB oryginal , rebuilded
gearbox T84 – oryginal , rebuilded
body : new repro – all details corrected to slat grill
windshield : low , early type 1942
front seat frames : oryginal slat grill “splitted”
rear seat : repro
top bow : oryginal 1942
hood +fenders : oryginal 1942
front axle : 1942 MB
rear axle : 1942 slat grill
fuel tank : repro , early type small cup
new 6v electric wiring , new fuel and brake lines
radiator + starter + generator + carburator + regulator : oryginal 1942-45
fuel filter : oryginal 1942 slat grill
air filter : repro slat grill
horn : 6V sparton repro
battery : oldtimer style 6V , new
tires : OMAHA
canvas + seats : new
+ acessories like axe, shovel
car imported from USA , with US title , EU import papers , all import taxes payed for oldimer
invoice +VAT ,
car is now near Warsaw”
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This is a neat old photograph. The first two vehicles are slat grille MBs.
“This is a gloss finish 8″ x 10″ black and white photograph of a WWII Era military convoy traveling on a cleared road between majestic snow covered fir trees. It would be nice to know their destination. Does it look cold! There are no markings on the back of this picture, but it is pristine and very professional. I am selling numerous pictures taken during the WWII era which are of great historical interest and need to be preserved. Many are from Kashmir and other places in the Far East where the previous owner was stationed. The owner was a photographer for the military.”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on ebay.
Looks like a good restoration.
“Very rare 1942 Willys ‘Slat Grill’ MB with original numbers matching 4 cylinder 60 hp, 134ci L-head ‘Go Devil’ engine with only 1660 miles on it!. Only 200 ‘slat grills’ are estimated to have survived through 2006, according to Army Motors, the official magazine of the Military Vehicle Preservation Association. The last Willys Slat Grill was S/N 125807 – this one is SN 124833 and was delivered to the US Army on March 5, 1942. A full frame-off rebuild was completed in 2009 and she has appeared at hanger dances, parades, Veteran Day’s events, air shows, and USO shows. This is a true show vehicle and not something you take to the bush for hunting. It comes complete with an all canvas top, shovel and axe attached to the side, upgraded brakes, a 12 volt electronic ignition system, and a copy of a M1 Automatic Carbine on the dash. This is a true gem and is garaged – does not sit outside in the weather. A rare opportunity to get a piece of history. Soon enough these will only be found in museums or in private collections. A rare piece of US history to be admired. Shipping or transportation is the responsibility of the buyer. Taylor’s transport does excellent shipping from Canada to USA at reasonable prices. Seller reserves the right to pull the listing if sold before the auction ends. Good luck and thanks for bidding.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,850.
(05/03/2012) If accurate, this would be a slat grille tub with a glove box.
“Rebuilt engine MB 42734, Frame off restore, 6 volt, new tires, original horn goes beep beep, gauges, canvas top, all lights and gauges work, new wiring, paint, clear Utah title, original zinc data plates, tub number 25410. Engine, wiring, paint were all done by professionals who restore military vehicles. Included but not shown are seat cushions, a tow chain and one set of tire chains.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was ON EBAY
(01/15/2012) The body has the Willys Script and appears in good condition. This might be a pre glovebox body!
“You are bidding on a 1941 Willys jeep with a small block 350 chevrolet with a mild cam, headers, edelbrock manifold and a holly carb. This jeep runs great, looks good and has 16 inch rims wrapped in 35 inch mud tires with a full size spare and matching rim. Please remember you are bidding on a 1941 Willys classic. The only reason that I am selling this is that I’m getting married and the future wife wants a sandrail. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on ebay.
This has a variety of patches.
“Vintage Willys MB slat grill. Clear 1942 WI Title although can’t verify Vin# because data plates are missing. No glove box, early hubs indicate an early jeep. condition – needs almost everything. I put in new brakes and master cyl some years ago. Still good. Have not fired it up in several years, but it was a smoker. Trans and transfer case worked. Actual milage unknown. the body is poor – many, many patches. Jerry can rigged as gas tank. Includes one combat rim but not correct for a slat grill. Needs complete restoration. Must have had several plow arrangements over the years judging by the front frame horns. I would have parted it out years ago but it is a unique piece of American history and should be preserved as such. It can be resurrected, but not for the faint of heart.”
Looks good.
“1942 US Army 4X4 1/4 ton truck (Jeep). Frame-up restoration completed in 2008. Delivered to U.S. Army on Jan. 15, 1942. New canvas top in 2010. Steering, brakes, engine, transmission rebuilt. New tires, new body tub, seats, fuel tank, windshield, grille, fenders, engine hood . .Receipts available for all work completed. Have used for parades, shows, etc, 4 or 5 times a year. Always stored indoors.”
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