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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.
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 .
“A San Diego Classic, Made in National City for Commercial and recreational use. Only 250 made. 2 seater, New tires and rims (powder coated) New gas tank. runs well. needs a little TLC . Comes with extra spare parts. Super cute and Fun. A true head turner.”
This could be a good deal given the seller’s need to sell.
“1951 Willies Jeep, flat fender,4-cylinder. New brakes and does run, but needs to be converted to 12 volts. Has hard top, needs replacement glass in some windows.
2500.00 must sell.”
“Offering my 1948 Willys Jeepster Daily Driver – all stock and original. Needs new top and Side Curtains. More pictures are available. Asking $7500 or BO. 941-921-9450”
“This Jeep has been sitting out in the elements for a long time…the sale is as is and you must move. Great restoration project. 750.00 or best offer. Have clear title and one owner vehicle. Cash only.”
“Orignal Jeep that runs well with newly rebuilt original Hurricane 4 cylinder engine. New front end parts and new wiring harness; tires and top in good condition; with extra wheels/tires and parts; good title. Will try to get more up-to-date pics later. Needs good home that keeps it original.”
“1948 Willys Jeepster. Good condition. Restored about 10 years ago. Flathead 4 cyl. Three speed colum shift with overdrive. 6 volt electrics. Runs great. Asking $7000. or best offer.
Doby 407 240 2927”
Roberts Armory is a traveling museum located in Rochelle, Illinois.
According to their website, the museum “specializes in the acquisition and display of light armored vehicles and artillery used by the U.S. Army in World War II. During World War II reenactments the museum usually portrays the 70th Tank Battalion. The museum participates in WWII related displays, parades, motion pictures and reenactments throughout the United States.”
Roberts Armory has also been asked to participate in movies and shows. Though Roberts appears to have a facility, unlike traditional museums, Roberts is only open for visitation on special days or by special appointment.
While Roberts only appears to have one 1945 MB, they do have a few different outfits for it.
“¼ ton 4 WD General Purpose Truck by Willys
LATER KNOWN AS A “JEEP”
Original, numbers matching 4 cylinder 60hp, 134ci L-head (Go-Devil) engine. Early SLAT GRILLS had no glove box, they had a round muffler, oil bath air cleaner and filter, rubber hood bumpers, solid wheels, three bolts spare tire carrier, no blackout driving lamps, no gas can holder, makers name was embossed on the rear panel and a slat grill on the Willys. As noted by the S/N the Jeep is an all original slat grill. The air filter is original to the jeep and is known as an oil bath air cleaner. The frame and body parts are all original (I have pictures available upon request).
The wheels are not “Combat Wheels”, but civilian wheels. Combat wheels were “Not of Issue” on prototype Jeeps. The reason being Willys also made cars prior to “¼ ton utility trucks” standards set by the US Government. To meet the demands of the government contract, they had to bid the entire Jeep under $400.00 a unit and in order to stay under budget; they sold themselves Willys automobile wheels in the very early production (VEP JEEP) versions.
Jeeps were notorious for not stopping very well, so I used 1954 Ford brake drums and pads to make them safer on the street and in parades.
I also converted the original voltage regulator/electrical system to a modern day 12 volt electronic ignition system for added dependability. The early Slat grill had no spare tire holder or exterior gas can.
Only 200 slat grills are estimated to have survived through 2006, according to Army Motors, the official magazine of the Military Vehicle Preservation Assoc.
The last Willys Slat Grill was S/N 125807, this is S/N 124833 and was delivered to the US Army on March 5, 1942. Full restoration was completed 2009 and she has appeared at hanger dances, parades, Veteran’s Day events, air shows, USO shows. It is a show vehicle, not a ramble through the brambles and the bushes jeep. It is “period correct” complete with 48 star flag, all canvas top, shovel and axe attached to side, and a copy of a M1 automatic carbine for the dash. I’d challenge any potential buyer to find another Jeep in such good shape, with all the parts present and as nice as this one. If it were perfect, it would sell in the neighborhood of $40,000 just like the Barrett-Jackson Jeep did last month.”