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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.
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 $400.
This appears to be a sign circa 1949, based on this post.
“Willy’s Service Overland Double Sided metal sign. It’s 60 inches wide. Must pick up at my home in buda”
There’s been a collection of 1950s/60s jeep brochures and booklets.
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Here are some examples:
Cool sign.
“Vintage jeep sign 4×6 Does not light up”
http://westernmass.craigslist.org/for/4648902283.html
This article from the July 1947 issue of WO Sales News describes Willys Overland’s launch of the 4WD Truck.
UPDATE: **SOLD** was on eBay.
If you can get your hands on a June 1946 issue Country Gentleman Magazine, you will find this ad. Or, you can just snag this one on eBay. Seller believes this is in fair to good condition, but given the stains it seems poor to me.
If you collect Super Jeep paraphernalia, this might be of interest.
“Great condition with minor surface scratches. It has the Super Jeep wheelie design with “Toughest 4-letter word on wheels” logo.”
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Marc spotted this ad. Neither of us remember seeing the photo at the top.
“959 Jeep Willys Motors 4WD FC-150 Utility Wagon Magazine Ad Advertisement
Professional trimmed from 1959-1960 Successful Farming Magazines
Approximately 8″ X 11″ in Size”
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Marc discovered this ‘flying jeep’ ad that includes a Ford GP.
“Black and white aviation magazine advertising ad for the
1943 Flying Jeep / McAleer Grasshopper.
Approximate ad size 5″ X 8”
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This Farm Jeep brochure is available on eBay.
“1946/1947 Willys-Overland sales brochure ‘For the Farm’. Size is 8.5 x 11 opening to 34 x 11. Moderate wear/aging.”
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According to the July 1974 issue of W-O Sales News, this is a reprint of an actual editorial that appeared in a Nashville paper.
This is an unusual combination of posters on one sheet. Or, was this the norm and I didn’t know it?
“2 World War 2 Poster/prints on 1 sheet. Total size approx. 22″ x 28”.
Comes with hard backing and in a plastic frame.
Jeep portion signed by Reinhardt. “V” Stamp portion signed by Franklin Arbuckle.
Bottom of Jeep photo reads “W.S.S. 801 0-537578 U.S. Government Printing Office. 1943”
Under “V” side it states “Exact Reproduction of a Poster Designed by The Canadian National War Finance Commitee”
A small 1 inch or so section of plastic framing border has chipped and some has light “yellowing”.
Please view all photos to see exact condition of item.
On cardboard on back it states “From Bensen Paper Work USNR WWII”
Please email any questions.
Thanks for looking.”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
Here’s a neat Northern Pacific Railroad ad from the 1952 November issue of the Saturday Evening Post featuring a Willys Hy-Rail Wagon.
I also ran across this Southern Pacific Hi-Rail Wagon from freerails.com:
http://www.freerails.com/view_topic.php?id=3656&forum_id=46
This ad was pulled from the July 9, 1942, issue of Farm Implement News. I looked, but there are no current issues for sale on eBay.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
Not a great photo, but rare ad featuring a Bantam BRC-60.
These were located in Argentina.
“VINTAGE & VERY RARE ORIGINAL ARGENTINA MAGAZINE ADVERTISING LOT
1940´S/50’S – JEEP 12 ADS !!!.-
MEASURES APPROX: 7.5” X 5.5” / 19 CM X 14 CM (EACH PAGE).-”
UPDATE: In a comment below Claudia mentioned that Jarvis Jeep had a very catchy jingle: Beep Beep Jarvis Jeep. Apparently, that jingle was played a lot in Oregon as a variety of folks from Oregon have mentioned it on the internet. I tried to find a commercial with jingle, but no luck. Also, at one time Jarvis Jeep was the largest jeep dealer in the nation. If I’d realized Robert Jarvis was still alive I’d have tried to contact him. Unfortunately, he passed away this past April.
Apparently, he was quite the character and boxer. According to the article in this magazine, during a boxing tournament in 1946 Rocky Marciano broke his hand on Bob’s head. After which, they became life long friends. (go here to learn more and then search for ‘Jarvis’.)
Here’s an image with the jingle on it that was posted on pinterest:
Craig scanned this from the January 1959 issue of Jeep News. It features the Jarvis Jeep dealership from Portland, Oregon.
This is an unusual piece. Looks like a CJ-5 design.
“This is a lapel pin for the Jim Beam Collector clubs. This one is “Jeep City” the image is a vintage Jeep for the design.”
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These four pages were featured in a 1947 sales book.
This is an unusual ad for National Dairy Products that tells the story of a jeep that was lashed to a submarine deck (engine and Motor inside the sub) and carried all over. Eventually, it was traded for to a crew on a destroyer for ice cream. True story? The answer is it is possible (see update on Monday).
This ad appeared in the June 26, 1944 issue of Life Magazine on page 52.
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That’s a slat grille in the ad.
“You are buying a Vintage 1 page 1943 WWII magazine ad for B.F. Goodrich Tires. You are buying the MAGAZINE AD ONLY. NOT THE ITEM NOR ANY PART OF THE ITEM IN THE AD is included in this sale. This ad page(s) measure approx. 10 1/2″x14″.”
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This Saturday July 25th Auction includes a variety of good looking signs. It is part of the Mid Summer Classic Collector Car Truck Petroliana & Memorabilia Auction Fri. – Sat.
http://www.auctionzip.com/cgi-bin/auctionview.cgi?lid=2144761&kwd=willys&zip=&category=0
Here’s an interesting sign. Bidding is already at $360. It is over 3′ wide.
“I believe this sign is from the 60’s, but I’m not totally sure. It’s plexiglass, and I’m pretty sure it’s intended to be back-lit. It measures 13″x39″. The last couple pictures show it in front of a window, back-lit. Condition as shown. Free shipping in the US only.”
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