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UPDATE: Still Available.
(07/06/2019) Has some updates. Could be a good price.
https://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/d/colville-1949-jeepster/6952768372.html
“1949 Jeepster, 289 Ford, automatic trans. Power steering Power brakes”
Is the color Indian Ceramic or Salmon or something else?
https://buffalo.craigslist.org/cto/d/akron-1949-willys-jeepster/6945772380.html
“Nice 49 jeepster 4cyl 3 on the tree. Can hop in it and drive it anywhere. I have the side curtains for it. Very solid car.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000.
Has some updates. Looks in good shape.
“1950 Willys Jeepster, 283 4v smallblock, turbo 400, convertible top new in box frame blasted and powder coated . New interior with dynamat under new carpet. New tires and holley vacuum secondary carb. Everyone that see’s this car smiles, also new fuel tank lines and pump. Power steering and brakes. Come take a look really cool!!!”
Looks in good shape.
https://boise.craigslist.org/cto/d/cove-1949-jeepster/6942992515.html
“1949 Jeepster Convertible with a 4cyl engine with overdrive. Overall nice condition, good paint and no rust. Top and interior are in very good condition. Needs side curtain repair. Starts and drive well. Price is negotiable.”
UPDATE: Thanks to Clem, I now know the difference between Baltimore and New Baltimore 🙂 .. Thanks Clem!
No pics provided. May be a Jeepster?
https://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/wto/d/port-hope-1950-jeep-willys/6940425541.html
“I am selling my 1950 jeep willy’s. Its been stored in a barn for the last 20 year. Only taken out a few time. It runs good. It has been restored. It has a new top, seats, new white wall tires.
Pictures upon request.
It has only 68,000 miles on it.
Serious buyers only. I live in New Baltimore. Will travel to show car.”
No pics and little description.
https://longisland.craigslist.org/cto/d/baldwin-1948-willes-jeep/6940464510.html
“1948 Willies Jeep
in garage since 1960’s”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6700.
Needs upholstery according to the seller, but not good images of the interior are provided.
“302 motor, AOD transmission, model 20 rear differential, power steering, power brakes, body shortened 1 ft., needs to be reupholstered, runs good, drives good”
Steve shared these two Commandos. Lots of parts …
https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/pts/d/bear-jeepster-comando/6934312235.html
“I have a 1970 and a 67 jeepster. The 67 has a bill of sale and is a NH car. No titles on NH cars. The 70 has a title and has been sitting for 18 years.
67 red. 4cyl runs. Has NOS grill and fender. Frame is good and an extra is inCluded. Floors are covered but could use a resto. Front seats need recover and the rear is good but needs brackets. The body is in good shape but does have some rust in the rocker area. Tires and rims are 2012 Jeep jku with adaptors( not shown ). The white hard top is not included but I will include another white one.
The extraframe is bare. The shock mount brackets are off and the steering bracket is missing , but has no rot.
1970 has rust . . It is complete . Buick 6cyl three speed and was running and driving when parked. All seats and brackets are there , steering box was new in 2001. Has original rims and hub caps. Has a hard top with a small hole in top left. There is also an extra frame included complete minus buddy. Motor and drive train condition unknown. Both axels roll.
2 extra hoods and 1 extra grill.
Take a look . Want to get rid of in a lot. I’m buying a running and driving one , so don’t need this. Here are some pics, if you need any more let me know”
UPDATE: Still Available.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/hayward-48-willys-jeepster-2wd-street/6913522893.html
“302v8 c4 auto trans, rust free runs and current title–may trade for custom fabrication work on my other streerod truck==like suspension, engine conversion, body, interior etc.. “
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.
Looks solid.
“1950 Willys Jeepster, Limited Production over model years 1948-1950. This is the original and rare Flathead Six-Cylinder Model with a 3-speed column shift transmission with Overdrive. I am the third owner, the second owner from SF had it for 50 years. Always CA. Registered. Car was restored in Modesto in 1993 and again in 2005 with receipts for all work. Less than 1,000 miles since restoration in 1993 (sorry, but true). Includes 6 Volt Battery Tender, premium car cover, side curtains and top in very good condition, CA Registration valid thru May 2020. Clear Title in my name. Electric Fuel Pump, Remote Oil Filter (original cannister type included), Directional Signals (not offered with the car when new, added later). Deficiencies: charging system erratic, Speedometer not working (recent). Believe never in an accident, body panels original, one small patch in Front Passenger footwell. Repainted in 1993, it would benefit from wet sanding and machine polish.”
Looks in good shape.
https://capecod.craigslist.org/cto/d/wellfleet-1949-willys-jeepster/6917452694.html
“new price …this restoration just completed…new floors,new interior and uoholstry and paint
original 4 cyl go devil engine has a new,..water pump..oil pump and hoses..new tires
3 speed tranny on column…..brakes ,suspension,clutch,..all in fine smooth running condition.
this Jeepster is a rare find ! only 2960 produced in 1949
last phayton body made in US
New paint is a deep cranberry red with a cream colored accent band
All chrome is in good condition…new white convertible top makes her ready for summer fun…car shows and parades..drives to the beach”
UPDATE: Prices dropped on both Jeepsters.
The bumpers and tail lights appear in pretty good condition. There could be some parts value here. Looks like there’s an early 1950s Wagon in the background, too.
https://austin.craigslist.org/pts/d/early-1950-willys-jeepster/6919760639.html
“1950 Willys Jeepster
Bill of Sale
Roller
Not Running
Complete unit
Minimal rust
Build or parts
Rare truck
Made 1948-1951”
Looks in good shape.
https://nh.craigslist.org/cto/d/concord-1948-willys-jeepster/6913293765.html
“1948 Willy-Overland Jeepster VIN VJ310820, , with 63 HP 4 cylinder flat head engine. Has no rust, runs well. Has directional lights, radio, fog lights, and 2 sets of side curtains. One set are canvas and plastic like the originals, the others are clear acrylic plastic 3/16’ thick. There is no rust. The exterior is in very good condition except that there is a ¾” dia. bubble in the paint on the hood. The interior is also in very good condition. The floor rugs have been replaced as well as the seat covers. The roof is also in very good condition. I keep a 50 weight oil in the engine to maintain a good oil pressure at all times. The air filter on the engine is not original.
The current mileage is 62876
The chrome is in good shape and is not pitted.
Included with the vehicle are the following extras, Mechanics manual, Dwell meter, timing light and a complete spare engine.”
I can’t remember if I shared this one or not. So, here we go (possibly again) … This oddity was built from parts left over from projects. The pics were shared on Facebook, but unfortunately I didn’t save the post, so I can’t tell you who built this.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9500.
Looks ready for a cruise.
“Great running and fun driving jeepster . rare original 6 cylinder with manual 3 speed and overdrive . Original engine with 92k miles not restored car . Interior is very clean , body is very original and exceptionally clean . Engine runs smoothly and starts right up and a pleasure to drive around . Not too many around , even fewer in this shape .Currently on the road and enjoyed . Has side windows , jack, spare , heater (option ) , radio ( option ), and the larger 75hp 6 cylinder . Greta summer/Hampton car”
Has. variety of updates. Was used as part of owner’s magician business.
https://fresno.craigslist.org/for/d/fresno-1949-willys-overland-jeepster/6881774299.html
“A total of 19,000 Jeepsters were made between 1948 and 1951, but only 1900 were made in 1949. This has been called the last of the American Phaetons. This is not a show car, but a beautiful driver that has been in the family for over 30 years. I have used it in my Magic shows for the last 20 years. It is with great sorrow that I’m selling this part of our family but I am unable to drive it enough to keep; it is time to let someone else enjoy what our family have enjoyed so much.
Many extras: here are just a few
Buick 231 V-6 – very low mileage
Mustang II front end
New custom soft top
New side curtains
Must see to appreciate.
I am a retiring magician, and will be selling my costumes, collections, and working tricks and illusions as well as assorted items I have collected along the way; so many things, so little time, but working on making it yours, not mine.”
Looks in good shape.
https://capecod.craigslist.org/cto/d/wellfleet-1949-willys-jeepster/6892962058.html
“this restoration just completed…new floors,new interior and uoholstry and paint
original 4 cyl go devil engine has a new,..water pump..oil pump and hoses..new tires
3 speed tranny on column..with over drive…brakes ,suspension,clutch,..all in fine smooth running condition.
this Jeepster is a rare find ! only 2960 produced in 1949
last phayton body made in US
New paint is a deep cranberry red with a cream colored accent band
All chrome is in good condition…new white convertible top makes her ready for summer fun…car shows and parades..drives to the beach”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/15/2018) This is a former Melha Shrine Circus jeep. The seller calls it a 1947 in a video, but correctly notes it is a 1948 in the ad.
https://providence.craigslist.org/pts/d/springfield-1948-jeep-overland-jeep/6881119925.html
“This is a old Melha Shrine Circus jeep this is your chance to own a piece of history these jeep never come up for sale
If your look for something fun to drive and have something no one has, here it is.
1948 Jeep Overland first year of this model lot of Works been done runs great has a 1971 225 V6 motor automatic transmission watch the video on YouTube go to my YouTube channel it’s called (Al’s hot rod parts) and look for the jeep it explains the history of the Jeep.”
Lots of modification to this custom jeep rod.
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/d/san-diego-1950-fully-customized-willys/6881779226.html
“1950 Fully Customized Willys Jeepster Roadster
Completely customized
1940 Dash with Trans AM Gauges
350 CID Engine with EFI (Chevy Roller Motor)
5 Speed Manual Transmission
Ford Rear End – Mustang Front End
Custom Removable Hard Top
Serious inquiries only. The vehicle is in excellent condition but is not currently running (battery needs charging, etc). It has been in storage for some time and is a unique collector’s item. We are available for showing most weekday evenings or weekends.”
Seems in good shape. Plates are from Kentucky, but the background looks SoCal-ish.
https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/d/atwood-1948-jeep-willys-jeepster/6886180762.html
“Condition: Used Year: 1948
Mileage: 5000
Transmission: Manual
Make: Willys
Body Type: Convertible
Trim: Jeepster
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Vehicle Title: Clear
Fuel Type: Gasoline For Sale By: Owner
Exterior Color: Red/Black
Manufacturer Interior Color
Number of Doors: 2 Doors”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(01/27/2019) This has been sitting in a car museum for a decade.
https://kokomo.craigslist.org/ctd/d/kokomo-1949-willis-jeepster/6871041844.html
“Recently purchased, previous owner owned for 55 years. Restored over 55 years ago and still looks very nice. It has been on display for about 10yrs in local car museum. I’m a used car dealer and purchased for resale and know very little about this type of vehicle but happy to try to answer any questions. No rust, some minor paint issues, very straight, excellent chrome, 4cyl stick. Will collect 7% sales tax for Ind. but will be credited to your state if your not from ind”
UPDATE: Still Available.
https://nh.craigslist.org/pts/d/north-yarmouth-willys-jeepster-parts/6878078226.html
(10/30/2017) “I am 15 miles North of Portland and have 2 Jeepster parts machines/restore? also have other Willys parts from wagons/pickups/commandos. S10 and sonnoma donors Mercury pickup Want to do spring cleaning. Make me a fair offer”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $7750.
(01/22/2019) Might need a little work.
“Rare 1949 Willys Jeepster Pheaton Convertible. Runs and Drives. Come take a test drive around the block. We’ve replaced the engine, new fuel tank, fuel lines, master cylinder, brake cylinder, radiator, carburetor, battery, rebuilt starter, hoses, fan belt, fixed gages, water pump, rebuilt generator, fixed front suspension problem, rebuilt the steering box, done most of what needed to be able to drive. It’s still a work in progress”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
(06/19/2018) Is the color salmon?
“Runs and drives great.
Top is perfect.
Not many of these made. Be ready if you drive it ,to have everyone ask what is that
Clean title”
