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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.
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 .
Here’s a neat ad.
“1942 HAULING JEEPS ACROSS RAVINES…ANOTHER JOB FOR WICKWIRE ROPE SALES ART AD.
AUTHENTIC MAGAZINE AD.
OVERALL MEASURMENT IS 7.5 X 10.5
IN GOOD CONDITION
I MAIL ITEMS DAILY AND PACKAGE THEM VERY WELL IN A POLY BAG AND DOUBLE CARDBOARD.
DELIVERY CONFIRMATION IS ADDED TO EVERY ITEM AT NO CHARGE.
COMBINED SHIPPING…….NO EXTRA POSTAGE……REGARDLESS OF HOW MANY YOU PURCHASE”
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Marc spotted this classic poster on Flickr.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
This June 1943 Automotive Digest has several jeeps ads.
“This is a nice original example of AUTOMOTIVE DIGEST magazine from mid 1943. In most ways it is like any other example of AUTOMOTIVE DIGEST, but this issue contains several nice ads from various manufacturers featuring a variety of World War II jeeps like the Ford GP, Ford GPW and / or Willys MB slat-grills, the standardized Ford / Willys jeep and the GPA or amphibious jeep.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This is Volume 1, #2 of Vagabond: Adventures in 4-Wheel Drive.
“NOS Jeep Vol #1 Issue#2 “Vagabond” Adventures In 4WD, Factory Magazine sent to customers, 5 1/2 X 8 1/2, 30 pages of articles that would appeal to a broad band of potential “JEEP” customers and sprinkled with liberal doses of Jeep product ads and tie ins.”
Just a small jeep was included in this ad.
“Date: 1955
Company: General Motors Corp.
Product: AC Spark Plugs
Size: Aprox. 8″ by 10-7/8″
Condition: VGC. No tears or stains. Picture may appear shaded on one side but is actually uniform in color.”
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UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was on eBay
Steve spotted this great advertising piece! Looks to be 29″ wide and just about that much tall.
“Del Monte 1960s store display sign PINEAPPLE pink JEEP golf cart sun hat lady.Large thick paper sign (see yardstick in photo) with some light staining on the reverse that does not seem to show much from the front; will be shipped ROLLED; overall fine condition with little if any fading …..”
I just purchased the following package van brochures from eBay.
Below is the Urban Package Delivery Van which Jesse is rebuilding.
While not exactly a package van, the principle was the same with this modification:
<– Day 7 – March 25: Jeep Signs in Tucson | Overview | Day 9 – March 26: Space History and White Sands –>
Today we had multiple stops planned. Overall, our goal was to drive from Tucson, Arizona, to Tularosa, New Mexico.
We had a very busy day on Monday. A long drive coupled with multiple stops.
After posting the picture from Moab of the CJ-2A mounted on a sign at Ivan’s, Joe pointed me to two similar places in Tucson, AZ. He even included addresses, which saved me time (thanks!). The first place, Willy’s works was a parts store and focuses on civilian and military jeeps. The ‘jeep’ yard held a variety of jeeps. The second place was Jack’s Government Surplus, which naturally focuses on military items. Around Jacks were all kinds of great parts’ yards. I wished I had the time to explore all the different yards!
We did not have time to explore either place. We stopped, took pictures and drove off. So, call or check them out the next time you are there.
Willys Works: 1933 W Gardner Ln,Tucson, AZ (520) 888-5082
Jack’s Government Surplus: 5181 E Drexel Rd, Tucson, AZ 85706 (520) 574-0300
Below are my pictures. You can see some ones from 2010 on Flickr. In the pictures you’ll see a M-38A1, a FC, and a M-151. I’m sure there is more.
Inside Jacks were several different jeeps. 
I like the jeep drawing.
“1948 BANK OF MONTREAL AD WITH CARTOON ILLUSTRATION OF WILLYS JEEP HILLBILLY
Magazine ad, page measures 5″ x 4″ approximately, in very good condition.”
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The jeep is small (and beat up).
“1945 WILLYS JEEP CHAMPION SPARK PLUG AD CANADA WWII MILITARY ARMY WAR SHIP
Magazine ad, page measures 5″ x 7″ approximately, in very good condition.”
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JJ spotted Santa driving a jeep in this ad by Walk Kelly from 1942. You can find more Walt Kelly illustrations where JJ found this one at The Golden Age.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Maybe someone is looking for this unique sign?
“Thank you for visiting my eBay Auctions and Store. 3D Signs specializes in unique hand crafted signs and plaques. These signs make the perfect gift and are not available from any other eBay seller!
DESCRIPTION
This is a single sided sign, routed on Real Wood in my wood shop. It is painted with bright acrylic paints, and finished with multiple coats of clear lacquer for long lasting protection. Your new sign comes ready to hang with a sawtooth style hanger already installed.
This sign measures approximately 11″x 15”
This is a reproduction parts list for a Monroe Lift that might interesting someone.
“**THIS IS A FIXED PRICE ITEM. BUY IT NOW!!! NO BIDDING – NO WAITING**
**FREE 1st CLASS MAIL SHIPPING IN U.S. ONLY**
DESCRIPTION:
MONROE WILLYS JEEP IMPLEMENT LIFT ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST
UP FOR SALE IS 1 REPRODUCTION ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST FOR THE MONROE HYDRAULIC IMPLEMENT LIFT FOR THE CIVILIAN WILLYS JEEP MODELS CJ-2A & CJ-3A. 15 PAGES PRINTED 1 SIDE, PUNCHED FOR A 3 RING BINDER NOT INCLUDED. LISTS ALL PARTS WITH ORIGINAL PART NUMBERS, FULLY ILLUSTRATED INCLUDING THE QUICK DISCONNECT SET.”
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Good price on a large, hard to find ad.
“This is a 1945 Vintage magazine advertisement for Mobiloil/Any G.I. on Any Jeep will tell you Regular machine service in “Gospel in the Army.” This is an original advertisement that was featured in Life magazine.
Size: approx. 10.5 x 13.5″
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This includes free shipping. They are also running a buy two, get two free. Looks like a Slat Grille MB.
“RAGING TANKS & JEEPS IN 1942 BENDIX AVIATION CORP. AD”
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Merlin from Hanson Mechanical wrote a fun article about the original Banana Republic Stores and their jeeps. I had forgotten all about them.
Read Merlin’s post here: http://hansonmechanical.wordpress.com/2013/03/16/banana-republic-store-jeeps/
Below are a couple of images from old ads I found here.
With acres of parts, it sounds like Howbill’s might have been a great place to explore.
“Matchbook cover, has striker, no matches. light wear, nice condition.”
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Here’s another QSL card with a jeep. The Blue’s refers to the blue mountains which are just over an hour south of us in Oregon.
“QSL HAM RADIO CARD: About the same size as a Standard size postcard (about 3 1/4″ x 5 3/8″), but on slightly lighter weight paper. Our inventory number: QSL 4 ”
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This ad shows a CJ-2A with what I think is a trailered foam system. Or, am I wrong?
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I don’t completely understand what these are, but it looks interesting.
“India JEEP Automobile Transport Match Box Packet Label. Large Size – 2.00″ X 2.25”
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Here’s another of these foldout brochures.
“You are bidding on a Hard to Find 1947 Jeep Willys-Overland America’s Most Versatile Farm Tool Foldout Brochure it is a 4 page brochure, when folded it is a 9×14. Brown and white cover, with green and brown lettering, has photograph showing three-quarter rear view of Jeep Universal CJ-2A being used to till farm, with discussion. Folder opens to 17×28 layout with twenty photographs showing ways that a Jeep Universal can be used in the production of agricultural products, with discussion and list of equipment which can be used with a Jeep. Reverse side has three photographs show hydraulic lift attachments and 9-point labeled photo rendering of chassis, with discussion and technical data for farm equipment.”
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This is interesting.
“original non color sales sheet , 8.5 x 11 , produced by Mahindra & Mahindra , Bombay , Calcutta , New Delhi , Madras , India . This item is AutoLit Part #wh7981-6X1DJN.”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
There’s an explanation of this card at this-old-jeep.com.
“Quaker Oats Sparkies Jingle Contest postcard featuring Terry & The Pirates!!
Puffed Wheat and Rice Sparkies
1946 vintage animation cartoon art postcard
Milton Caniff artist
Terry & the Pirates riding in a Jeep
Reg. U.S. PAt Off. Copyright 1946 by News Syndicate Co Inc ~ Artist signature United States government issued postal stationery. Some stains as show below.”
