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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: **Status Unknown** Was on eBay
(12/10/2016) The engine will run.
“Excellent candidate for a restore, no major dents, all parts are there including the glass windshield wiper container, sorry it is missing the side windows.on each door. Very minimal surface rust on body and frame. It has a 4cyl with I believe to be a manual 3 spd tranny , 19,200 miles on engine and body. It does run if you add gas straight to the carb but it is need of a fuel pump and converted to a 12v system.
If you purchase this Jeep you are responsible for getting the car hauler and removing the vehicle. I will not deliver unless you live within 50 miles of Helena, MT and there will be an extra charge of $100 for that.”
In 2014, Ann ran into two women who operated a mobile wood fired pizza truck called Hoptown Pizza. The two, Carrie Wright and Lori Roy, didn’t know much about their funky little truck, so Ann explained to them that it was an FC-150 and that there was a whole network of folks who owned FCs.
In 2015, Mark Smith published an article about them: http://jeeptruckstories.blogspot.com/2015/02/hopping-along-in-fc-dream.html
This winter, the pair plan to open up a rustic wood fired restaurant about a 50 minute drive west of us near Yakima, Washington. As part of their efforts, they are running a kick starter campaign. You can learn more and watch their video https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/308695668/help-us-grow-from-food-truck-to-rustic-wood-fired or visit their website here: http://www.hoptownpizza.com. We plan to contribute and visit their place as soon as it opens. Go Hoptown!
Jim Allen published a great review of Dan Horenburger’s Military FC Gathering. With Dan’s passing, this article takes on a special significance.
http://www.fourwheeler.com/events/1611-a-celebration-of-the-jeep-forward-control/
Photo Credit: Jim Allen & Four Wheeler Magazine
Jim Allen recently published a series of FC articles. This one covers Jesse and Andrea’s M-679.
http://www.fourwheeler.com/features/1611-jeep-forward-control-m-679-ambulance/
Photo Credit: Jim Allen & Four Wheeler Magazine
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
(10/25/2016) Needs plenty of work.
“Up for sale is a very rare jeep pickup truck.
It’s a 1961 jeep Fc 170.
They only made 30k of these in the few years they were produced.
This one does need a lot of work to the body to be road worthy but they are extremely hard to find.
This has a flathead 6 in it and a 3 speed transmission. The front axle is a Dana 44 and the rear is a Dana 53. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5700
(10/16/2016) This M170 has had the large opening partially filled. It also has a Meyer half top. I’m not sure why the seller has included a photo of an FC, but maybe it is for sale?
“M170 Military Jeep in good overall shape for the year! These are getting harder to find and it runs drives and stops. Plow is working”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Looks ready to roll.
“This 1963 Willys Jeep FC-170 is a strong running example of the companys medium wheelbase Forward Control model, This FC-170 is powered by a super reliable and ready for work and fun 226ci Super Hurricane motor.
It is rare to find these trucks in nice condition today as most were worked very hard and then cast aside. This FC-170 was expertly painted in the popular factory offered combination of red and cream. This example retains its proper tailgate markings and factory badging. Glass is in good condition as well, a big plus as good replacements are difficult to find. The side-mounted spare and un-incorporated tail lights complete the look.
Used primarily for fair weather weekend driving this truck looks just as it did when restored. The FC-170 model offered a nice compromise between looks and utility, as shorter 150s have less cargo space and longer 180 and 190s tend to look a bit stretched and ungainly.
Inside the cab things are nicely kept and almost entirely OEM. All gauges, lights and switches work as designed, including the interesting single digit scaled speedometer.
Power comes from a Continental Super Hurricane L-head straight six. Displacing 226 cubic inches and rated for about 110 HP and 190 lb. ft. at very low revs, this one starts easily, runs smoothly and offer excellent reliability. Power is distributed through a floor-shift 4-speed manual and hi/lo range transfer case, and all four tires are new.
This Unique Willys FC-170 amazingly comes with its original New Jersey Title. This is an outstanding opportunity to own a unique and highly sought after chapter in Jeep History.”
UPDATE: Sold out of NJ for $9500.
It doesn’t run.
“In very good restorable condition Willy’s Jeep Forward Control 170. Original paint and unique rare Jeep belonged to the Washington State Park Service. Factory winch and diamond plate steel front and rear bumpers, vacummed boosted brakes. Designed for work. Stored most of its life in a shed hence the little surface rust. An opportunity to acquire and restore a unique and rare jeep. Comes with antenna, spare tire, Snorkel and Jeep manual. Missing driver window. Not running. I acquired Truck to restore but plans have changed. Please check out pictures and ask questions. Serious inquiries please. Have reserve but open to reasonable offers.”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $2950
Neither runs.
“I have 2 forward control FC 170 jeeps for sale. One is a 58 and the other is a 62. The 58 is missing the bed but otherwise they are both complete! They each have their rust issues as they all do but the 58 is by far the best body. They both still have the factory flathead 6 cylinders in them and 3 speed trans. It looks like neither one has ran for a long time and I don’t know the condition of the drivetrain. But they are pretty rare and collectable. They are sold on a bill of sale as I have no titles. 3,750.00 for both. ”
No pics provided.
“Very rare jeep only few been made very niceee project everything works runs every day”
http://fortmyers.craigslist.org/lee/cto/5876367468.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Thanks to Scott for spotting this one.
“1952 Jeep FC-150 4-wheeldrive. It is rough shape and does not run. Would make a great fixer upper. The Jeep is located in Nocona Tx North west of town”
UPDATE :**SOLD** Was $1200.
Appears worth a look.
“64 fc170 flatbed dump. 4wheel drive. 6 cylinder Willys Hurricane engine. Turns over with battery, but does not run. 3 speed transmission shifts well. PTO hydraulic pump runs the 9×7’dump flatbed. Has no brakes but rolls freely. All 4 tires hold air. Frame in decent shape. Only rough part is near the drivers side front spring hanger. Easily boxed. Has upper plow frame. All glass is good, but one small chip in windshield and some minor fogging. Body need some work, but not actively rusting. Doors are in good shape with mostly functional crank up windows and vents. All 4 cab corners need some work. Also needs floor work. This truck is a project. A non runner.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
Neither runs.
“I have 2 very rare 1962 Willys FC-170 Jeeps for sale. They are complete except for bed on one. They have the Hurricane sixes and transmission and transfer cases are in working order. Clutch holds and motors turn over but do not run. These are projects and could make one nice ride out of the two. Sold as a pair, have clear title for one and bill of sale for the other.”
**SOLD** Was $6500.
“$6500 obo/possible trade. It includes two power inverters. Three Brand New Batteries and Chargers. Two New Freezers. 25 foot Flag pole that is retractable. Custom battery station. I have also recently paid a local garage $3600 to rewire and add all new electrical to the vehicle with Hi Amp Alternator and New Starter. Needless to say, it has a lot that has been done. It is a 1974 FJ-8C and very fun to drive.”
UPDATE: Alan tells the FC sold for $12,000 at auction. It has been listed here: http://www.ewillys.com/2017/01/11/1958-fc-170-ventura-ca-18500/
“SURPLUS LIVE AUCTION NOVEMBER 19TH AT 10 A.M.
Bids may be done in person or by phone!! Please call ahead to make arrangements for phone bidding.It has just under 31,000 original miles. It was purchased by Klickitat County Rural 7 in The Dalles Or at the Willys Dealership.”
Runs and drives.
“Classic Willy Jeep
1958 WILLY JEEP FC 150
FORWARD CONTROL
RUNS AND DRIVES
will trade for 29-32 model A”
http://goldcountry.craigslist.org/cto/5863435191.html
Buz was exploring SEMA today and happened upon this built FC. This jeep is part of the “Battle of the Builders”. Buz sent the description written by the builder.
“1958 Restomod Jeep. In the words of Mark Turner, CEO of Daystar Products International, “This vehicle was built to be driven.” To date, Turner’s classic cab forward 58 jeep has many trips including one down to the southernmost point int he United States, Key West Florida. The jeep is built to embrace both hot rodding and off-roading with specific parts that can handle both responsibilities. Under the hood is a late-model 5.7 liter Hemi engine which supplies power to a transmission and transfercase, suitable for on and off road use. The jeep also features 17-inch vintage wheels wrapped in interco tires. Inside, modern amenities such as air condition, leather seating, and cruise control help define the jeep as a dual purpose specialist.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
(12/06/2015) May be worth a look.
“1965 forward control 170 jeep 3/4 ton 4×4 it is complete with good title could be used for parts or project it has rust on cab. frame is in excellent shape has hurricane 6 cyl last run in1996 has side dump bed on it would trade for older ford truck.”
Seller lists this as a FC-150, but it looks longer than that to me.
“this jeep is in good mechanic conditions, everything works ready to go.good proyect 30.000 only been made very rare, ”
http://fortmyers.craigslist.org/lee/cto/5846233673.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
It’s a project.
“1962 Willys FC170 4wd. I was planning on restoring this over the winter, however don’t believe that will happen. The frame is solid and the engine is not seized, but it does not run. Due to the year of the FC, it never had a title. I spoke with the NYC DMV prior to purchasing this project and they provided all the necessary paperwork required to register the vehicle once it is ready for the road. This is the late style cab to assist in the air flow for the engine cooling.
This is a project jeep. The cab needs work, however I purposed looked for a flatbed style to limit the amount of sheet metal work required.
Definably one of the more unique Jeep designs and would be a blast once she is completed. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
Craig spotted this one.
“1959 Jeep Willy’s C-F 170 8 yr old frame off restoration, 350 Chevy 700R 4 trans, runs good, drives good, needs a little tlc, clean body…rare…$6000 or trade for jeep tj”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1750.
(03/11/2016) Not running.
“Rough but Complete Jeep-FC150,four wheel drive,one ton pickup. Many years sitting outside so the engine is tight,and the body is rough but mostly straight. I dont know the exact year but it should be around a 1960. I am asking 2600 but I will accept the best offer if I cant get my price after two weeks.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
“willys jeep forward control 170 parts..2 right side cab doors in great shape, with windows handles and arm rests very little rust, filler plate for between bumper and cab, extra vent windows, dash, ash tray, headlight bezels, shifter pedals, factory copper radiator (nice), flat head six engine in parts, and more…$700 takes all”
http://up.craigslist.org/cto/5841582146.html
UPDATE: Still Available.
(10/13/2016) No word as to whether any run or not.
“Willys Jeeps … FC170 … Cab overs … all 4 for 5,000$ OBO.”
http://nwct.craigslist.org/cto/5824722520.html
