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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: **SOLD** Was $3500.
This looks nice and close to stock.
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1950 Willy’s CJ. 4cylinder, 3spd with 2spd transfer case. Runs and drives great! $3500.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $15,000
Looks great!
“1944 Ford Jeep GPW restored to military specs. Excellent original body, no rust. Rebuilt motor, hard seats. New radiator, five new Firestone tires. Five combat wheels. New canvas seats and top, new wiring. Too much to list. Must see.”
UPDATE: Original listed for $2400, an eWillys reader got a great deal on this jeep.
This looks like a good price. Nice turbine rim on the back to boot.
“Nice shape — no rust — original engine/tranny runs great – converted 12 volt — lockout hubs – chrome wheels — bikini top — roll bar — tow bar ”
If you weren’t following it, Boomer, James and I were have a short conversation about Slat Grilles and how there are only a few Slat Grilles buit with a Glove Box. Apparently, early MBs (1941 dated slat grill) did not come with a glove box (maybe I was the only person who didn’t know that …). Glove boxes were not added till ser# 120680 (early to mid Feb. 1942). It made realize how little I actually know about Slat Grilles beyond the slat grille itself.
Boomer mentioned that he has a MB with the serial# 122723 born February 26, 1942. Glove boxes were added about a week before his was built. Of course, at that point I said ‘tell me more & send me pics’! Thanks for sharing!
Boomer not only sent some pics, but provided some nice history. My slat came from the original owner, who bought it 1946. It was originally bought from an Army Air station in Maine.
Total slat grill production was approximately 25,000 units or approximately 3 percent of total WW2 jeep production. Of those, only about 10 to 15 percent were equipped with a glove box. My research suggest there are barely 150 running/restored slat grills left in existance world wide.
Regarding the trailer, it was saved by me from a local farm. It was being used as a horse trough. Date of delivery was June 1943. It was made by Willys, otherwise known as MBT.
This is how I found it;
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/boomerangsrd/MBT%20June%2043/004-5.jpg?t=1253553944
Nearly finished,
UPDATE: Price now $3000
It looks like an even better deal at $3000.
“Strong runner, a real head turner, almost no rust. Near original, must see. Loves to plow snow, true piece of american history. repley for picts. serious inq, please. Call 970-846-4489”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/1385443891.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
This includes some additional parts. This might be a good price.
“brought back from Oregon. body off restoration. cannot complete because of my health. engine 134 cu.inch over head valve 1957 hurricane engine (no hole in hood for aircleaner)”
UPDATE: James wrote me tonight saying he’s made additional progress. Check out the paint job: beautiful! You can check it out at his website.
(Aug 11, 2009) I ran across this website today where James is thoroughly documenting the rebuild of a 1947 that was parked by his wife’s grandfather 40 years ago in a barn and left there. One observer voiced some concern that it was the jeep holding up the barn and if they moved it, the barn might just give up and topple over.
According to the blog, James has been working on this about 2 years now. In the picture below, MetalRehab had just finished cleaning all the body parts. Recently, the parts were dropped off at Everman Paint and Body to get some body work done and paint (I think I’m right about the paint part).
And below is the engine running after a great deal of work cleaning all the parts.
James, obviously a man of high taste (I can tell this as I found a link back to ewillys on his site 🙂 ), would make a grandpa proud with this rebuild.
This is a great looking stock Jeepster.
“48 Willy’s Jeepster 4cyl. overdrive. Car is in great shape. too many new parts too list. Won’t last long. Call (616)636-5918”
http://grandrapids.craigslist.org/cto/1380312813.html
Bill Spears really seems to like Bantams of all kinds. He’s got a website extensively devoted to exploring Bantams, including a detailed look at the beginning of the jeep. His information seems consistent with what I’ve learned, though I wasn’t familiar with the Checker connection noted below.
Bill also has a list of Bantams, some with pictures and some just a rumor. He also has gathered some images of Bantams in service. Finally, Bill explores the relationship, or inter-relationship, between the “Checker Bantams”, which he calls a CRC, and the Bantam BRC. It’s an interesting read.
Below is one of the Bantam’s that appears on Bill’s list of Bantams page. Click on the image to get to the page.
Here’s the ‘story’ of the jeep from the Jeep’s perspective. It’s got a bunch of historical footage.
This is part two of a two part marketing video produced, I think, by Willys Overland about their products. Not only does it cover the jeep, but it also covers, particularly in part 2, the other 4wd vehicles such as the Wagon, the Truck and shows some of the farming implements available.
This is part one of a two part marketing video produced, I think, by Willys Overland about their products. Not only does it cover the jeep, but it also covers, particularly in part 2, the other 4wd vehicles such as the Wagon, the Truck and shows some of the farming implements available.