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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,000.
The mini-jeep is $3500.
“1942 Ford WWII Jeep Yes its a ford They made them during WWII Fully restored bumper to bumper new everything to much to list. asking $14,000.00 price negotiable Also have a Minnie Jeep looks just like the real thing 1/4 scale sits on John Deere lawn mower, hydrostatic drive, $3,500.00 negotible call Buzz same #”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $20,000
“1943 GPW 129058 — original metal in good condition — runs great — Engine & Frame Serials numbers are same — lot of ‘F’ script items — Many spare parts – M100 trailer also available — $20,000.00 -”
UPDATE: Was $2000. **SOLD**
This runs and drives, but needs some work.
“Front end and frame match numbers. Tub has been replaced with 50’s Willys jeep tub. 1943 MB Willys flat head 4 cylinder engine.Will run and drive, but needs to be gone through. Needs body work. Has tow bar. Transmission and transfer case work but needs some maintenance.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1300
This looks to be a GPW based on the front cross member.
“1945 Willy’s Jeep Mechanic Special project. Has not run in 6 years. All stock $3000 or best offer. Possible trades, no junk.”
UPDATE: Was listed at $5500. **SOLD**
“Original military from Mare Island. 100% stock except tires and wheels. New upholstery, rhino floor liner, engine in great shape, new brakes and drums, ready to go hunting! Runs great. Extra parts, hi-lift, front tow bar, Jeep can included!
UPDATE: Was listed at $7500. **SOLD**
This looks like a good price. Since the first GPW wasn’t built until February of 1942, I suspect this is not a ’41.
“Ford military jeep. New battery, plugs, head gasket, coolant, brake flush, with flex lines replaced where needed. Runs and drives, gages work, windshield is clear. Fuel tank is clean and does not leak. Older restoration.”
This Sunday Auction occurs September 15, 2013, at 2701 Wells Rd. Petersburg, MI 49270.
“MILITARY VEHICLES/COLLECTIBLES: 1943 Ford GPW (Jeep), nice older restoration, mid gun mount, SN: 104611; 1954 Willys – Overland M38A1 (Jeep), Ordinance Dept., Air Force, older repaint, nice; 1952 Dodge M-37 4×4, older restoration, Canadian, nice; VINTAGE MILITARY MEDALS; VINTAGE MILITARTY UNIFORMS; Military Books; Military Blankets; Assort. Military Memorabilia; Military Patches; Ammo Boxes; Cots; Stretchers; Gas Cans; Gas Can Mounts; Tow Hooks; MUCH MORE”
http://www.auctionzip.com/cgi-bin/auctionview.cgi?lid=1793808&kwd=willys&zip=&category=0
It includes a bunch of trannys and tcs.
“I have a Ford GPW that needs a good home. It just passed its 70th birthday. Engine, transfer case and transmission were pulled, fresh work done on the engine. This Jeep was never modified or cut up. It still has blackout lights and combat rims, 95% plus of the parts to put it back into original war configuration. A good title. It has some rust, less than most of the old Jeeps, and the tub is amazingly straight. It needs someone who is willing to strip her and put her back in olive drab.
It has the steering assembly, seats, windsheild assembly and so much more. It will come with a lot of extra parts, good for trading stock or sell to finance the restoration- 14 transfer cases, six transmissions, 2 differential housings, new replacement steel for the back panel and the gas tank area. There is a room full of parts to reassemble and a pallet of transmission/transfer cases.
I bought this in a fit of passion, disregarding that I really don’t have the area to restore. Cash is preferred, though something interesting in trade could work. I’ve always liked the fast old cars, not just the 2 corvettes I have today.
This could be so much more than just a parade vehicle, parts are available and cheap, and it is scary how much these are worth fixed up. Email me or give a call, 541-271-1597”
http://oregoncoast.craigslist.org/cto/4041380103.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.
Nick forwarded this find. The seller wants to sell everything together.
“My father was a very early (charter?) member of one of the first Jeep clubs in the country: the Yakima Ridgerunners (est. 1947). I am 65 and literally grew up in the back of his 1945 Military GPW Jeep. His WW2 Jeep was his baby, meticulously maintained, well-cared for, and always housed in the large barn on his property in Yakima.
Over the years he continuously added to his parts collection, and at the time of his recent death (April 2013) his WW2 military Jeep parts and parts Jeeps occupied a good share of the barn and adjacent shed building. Two of the Jeeps, plus a utility trailer built on Jeep axles, wheels, rims & tires, are titled, but only one is fully operational — his original, mint-condition 1945 GPW. But the WW2 era Jeep parts collection is extensive.
As the Personal Representative of his Estate I am now authorized to offer his entire “collection” for sale for $10,000 FIRM! I have received considerable interest, and several offers, for portions of this inventory, but wish to sell the entire “WW2 Military Jeep collection” in a single transaction, either to a single buyer or a group of buyers, but in a single transaction”
UPDATE: **SOLD**. These were listed at $2500.
“For sale two 1942 ? GPW ford WW2 jeeps .I was going to part out both Jeeps as they are loaded with original F marked parts ,but in my opinion both rolling frames are way to nice to be parted out and a great start to someone restoring a WW2 Ford in need of an original rolling frame or original tub. The first frame is in excellent original condition with lots of original paint and correct running gear . Frame id number is GPW101852. Machine gun mount ,original springs ,rear pintle hook and bumper gussets all there.
The second frame is also very respectable for its age with lots of original paint in tact . There is one area in need of repair in back of rear drivers side spring ,which was a common problem area on these jeeps. Can easily be repaired. ID number on this frame isGPW69089 with a star after the last number.
Both tubs are there but in need of replacement floor panels and some work . I have definitely seen much worse brought back to life. On the greenish looking tub there is an excellent pair of original F marked fenders and hood ,along with a decent drivers and passenger seat frame. There is also a rear seat frame that is rough at best .The Blueish tub is about the same with original fenders not as nice, but a very decent hood. There are no grilles included ,no body tags ,and widshields are rough. also no gauges. There is also one correct T84 transmission – transfer case with e brake assembly included ,and one good running motor .It has a GPW stamped head but not sure if its just the head or a military motor. No carb. Basically what you see in pictures is what you are getting and anything else I can find related.
$2500 for all of it.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
I’m not sure what’s sticking out the back of this jeep.
“43 GPW with gpw block, head and as far is i can tell drive line…
It last ran sept 2012 and then some one took my carb…
tub is what you see, frame needs work at the back end but is pretty solid.
lots of “F” parts. and has an “F” pinnal hook
I have the data tag, is rough but you can get the #’S
for those of you who know what this is, you know it is worth saving, GPW’s are getting exteemly hard to find in any condition
needs total restoration
if you reply by e-mail please put GPW in the subject line or I will not respond
no peper work I will give a bill of sale and mv51b(lets me sell to you and you can register with a bill of sale)”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.
The DJ-3A Body looks solid.
“Wheeling rig project: Included in sale
1943 jeep title, clear and current,original 43 GPW body on willys frame setup for wrangler springs and a v8, current body is in rough shape but also included is a 46 dj3a body which is very clean and has no rust. Current body has 1/4″ diamond plate for the flooring.
NO drivetrain wheels tires etc.
price is OBO”
Looks solid.
“Really nice 42 Willys Jeep by Ford. Features a newer top and aftermarket wheels and tires. Brakes have been redone as has fuel and ignition system. Newer carpet as well. Body is in average condition for age with very little rust. Transfer case has a slow leak.
This vehicle has been sitting in storage for over 8 years. Although speedometer is not original it indicates 14,575 miles as does its Ohio Title. Oil change stickers in California, where this is from, indicate some oil changes at 12000.”
http://cleveland.craigslist.org/cto/4018660161.html
UPDATE: Was $13,500. **SOLD**
“Very Very Good Shape Must see to appreciate!!”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3200.
(08/02/2013) Sounds like a good excuse to visit the San Juans! No pics provided.
“jeep is disassembled, motor rebuilt (original GPW ford motor and frame) , new gas tank and misc. parts, all original parts as well. Email for photos and more info. Stored in garage”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/4025392622.html
This has a fiberglass body.
“1942 ford gpw with lots of goodies. All mechanical parts rebuilt or replaced, upgraded suspension and steering. Fiberglass tub and fenders and original hood, grill, and dash. New windshield and frame and new Bestop. Needs some finishing but it drives, turns, and stops. No title, bill of sale only.”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4023426767.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500.
The modern oil filter setup fits in there pretty well.
“A WWII era war Jeep with the original 4 cylinder engine. No mechanical issues and fun to drive on or off road. This is the GPW not the MB. Army Jeep”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was listed at $800.
The seller will only sell to a good home.
“Dont know to much about it, it was my dads and i got it when he passed away. Will only sell to a good home, someone who will do something with it and send me pics when it is done. It was s’pose to be our project and Its really hard for me to sell but unfortunately i have to. I have front fenders hood and radiator lights, most everything except the engine. I will try to answer any questions you have. thank you for your interest”
UPDATE: Was priced at $3800. **SOLD**
This may be worth a look.
“1942 Ford GPW. In good shape.
Many spare parts included – body parts, engine parts, etc.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $8000.
(07/30/2013) Looks good.
“Jeep 1942 GPW 10,000 209-479-4683”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4004608312.html
No pics provided.
“Nice hunting jeep 300 miles 11″ brakes rebuilt motor transfercase transmission hard top comes with it verry hard to find extra rebuilt motor transfer case T90 trans extra parts
$5.000 obo call bill 530-2281960”
UPDATE: Still Available
(07/10/2013) This has several updates, including the rear axle.
“1945 Ford GPW. 305 Chevy V8, 3 speed manual, 4 wheel drive. New 31″ BFG KM2, fresh paint. Runs great. New headlights, marker lights, driving lights, steering wheel and Ford stem caps. Will go anywhere. Street legal.”
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/cto/3987798435.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
“1942 Ford GPW. Project worth restoring. We have owned this for about a year, before that it was sitting in a shed for something like 20+ years. I got it running and have moved it around the property a few times, sounds pretty good. I haven’t checked the data plate numbers yet but I think it is an early 1942. Frame looks pretty good, Body needs some work but I don’t see any rust issues. I have a drivers seat frame not in the picture. We do have a title, it was a lot of work and money but we got it. 42 GPW’s are getting very difficult to find these days and nice restored ones are getting very expensive. Foresthill is 15 minute out of Auburn off HWY 80.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000
(08/28/2012) This runs and drives. It looks like the rear of the body has been patched and/or repaired.
“1942 Ford GPW for sale . Partial restore. Body clean, needs a little work, glass is good, seats restored, The engine purr’s like a kitten. The transmission is good, a bit of whirl in the drive line. New rubber on original rims. Electrical is good. Dash is in good shape with seal. Jeep also comes with a winch if needed (not installed), tow bars. Overall the jeep is clean and runs well. Mechanically it will not need a much work. Jeep runs great. Is a great restoration project that should be relatively easy. Gets a lot of thumbs up going down the road.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200
This is a mix of MB/GPW parts and CJ-2A.
“I have basically a complete 1946 CJ2A that is completely disassembled. I restored a 1943 GPW for a guy and have this parts Jeep leftover. Almost everything is there, but it is a major project or parts for your project. Have an Iowa title, but can not find a VIN on the frame. Usually not a problem with these older Jeeps.”
