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No pics provided. I’m not sure why the odd date, unless it has a more modern chassis.
“331± AC Virginia State Fairgrounds Complex, Caroline Co.,
Home of the State Fair of Virginia
INTELLECTUAL & PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION: Closes Thurs, May 24, beginning at 2 PM
Inspection: Tuesday, May 22nd, 10 AM – 4 PM.
1980 Willys Jeepster Conv.”
http://www.auctionzip.com/cgi-bin/auctionview.cgi?lid=1425297&kwd=willys&zip=&category=0
The two large pictures suggest this is nice.
“’49 JEEPSTER CONVERTIBLE YELLOW BODY, BLACK TOP WITH RED INTERIORS. BUICK V6, BUICK AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. CALL: 612 751 7644”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/cto/3023836439.html
UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**
“1949 WILLY’S JEEPSTER OVERLAND RESTORED BLACK/YELLOW NO EXCUSES! IT IS VERY AS NICE UNDERNEATH AS IT IS ON THE TOP. NON SMOKER AND NON SMOKING ENVIRONMENT.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000
Looks nice.
“All original. Approximately 50k miles. Minor rust but looks very clean. 6 volt system. Inline 4 cylinder runs good and able to be driven. 2wd 3 speed on the column. Asking 10000 obo. Will send pictures to serious buyers. I’ve seen similar models going for 15 to 20k. Kbb for this model ranges from 8 for poor condition to 18k for excellent.”
Looks very nice. Jeespterjim is selling this one.
“This is a 1950 Jeepster that runs and drives great. It was in the same family for 40 years. It’s a nice daily driver at an affordable price. The engine has good compression (105 on all cylinders) and was probably rebuilt not long ago. The top and interior are nice and the chrome is very nice. It has an older paint job, that is not perfect. It has the same typical rust issues that most Jeepsters have, but would not be a difficult restoration. You could drive it and fix it up as you go, or just enjoy it the way it is.
This Jeepster is brought to you buy jeepsterjim.com. We are a full service, Jeepster Only, complete restoration facility. We specialize in 1948 – 1951 Willys Overland frame-off restoration of your Jeepster to include all aspects of a complete restoration. We can rebuild your engine, transmission, chassis, interior and all aspects of body work and paint. We can also do a partial restoration on any part of your Jeepster. We typically have a minimum of three Jeepsters undergoing restoration in our facility and maintain several parts cars for the hard to find items we need. We have a new, secure 30,0000 square foot facility located in Northeast Florida with a professional staff. You are invited to tour our facility or call for more information. Call for more information 904-669-8668.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000
Not 100% original, but looks very nice.
“Restored 1948 Willys Jeepster. Starts and runs great. Restored in late ’80s. General Motors Automatic 6-cylinder. Has been stored inside and well-cared for.”
UPDATE: Last listed at $6200. **Status Unknown**
(08/23/2011) Bob spotted this nice looking Jeepster.
“1950 Willys Jeepster; only 5836 produced; owned since 1965; 75,000 original miles; recently converted to 12 volt system including new starter, generator, and battery; original tires have been recapped; convertible top is functional and includes side and rear curtains; excellent restoration project; runs and can be driven home.”
This looks like a great summer cruiser.
“2 Door Convertible Roadster Phaeton Jeepster.
This is an “ALL STEEL” vehicle. No fiberglass or body filler. It is also a “Rust Free” vehicle with no body or floor panel repairs/replacements. The custom body work and paint job was professionally done in California before the current owner purchased the vehicle. Most likely around 8-10 years ago. The paint is holding up very well. There are no problems with chipping, cracking, fading, checking, fish eyes or orange peel. True show quality paint job. This all steel two door/convertible body is fairly stock. There are a few unique modifications that were done to the original body. The stock flat front ’48 hood and grille were replaced with more desirable, better looking ’50 setup. The hood then had “Louvers” cut into it. A custom front splash shield was also fabricated. The front turn signals lights where relocated into the grille area to help keep the front end clean looking. The rear portion of the vehicle received custom tail lights that were set and fitted into the body. The rear wheel fender skirts were welded in place. (Again, all steel body work.) It has smooth body lines with the front and rear bumpers removed. The two-tone color scheme was influenced by the gorgeous 1950’s Ford vehicles which use these colors. The ’57 peach color is called “Sunset Coral”. With a color as nice as this, A nickname was given to the vehicle. “Just Peachy” which is hand painted on the rear. The side metallic candy stripes are also outlined with a hand painted pin stripe which really makes the whole vehicle stand out. (much more about this on eBay)
View all the info and many pics on eBay
UPDATE: Was priced at $11,995. **SOLD**
(07/26/2011) “1949 Willys Jeepster Hot Rod – Brand new white convertible top, side curtains, upholstery and teal carpet in 2008!
First Professional restoration completed 2004 as follows:
Engine: Chevy — 305 (V-8)
OEM GM High Energy (hei) Ignition
Holley 4-barrel 600 cfm carburetor
Transmission: 1978/79 Turbo 350 Automatic
Rear Differential – 1978 Chevy Nova 10 Bolt
Front Suspension — ’74-’78 style Mustang II”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000.
This doesn’t run. It has a nice vintage look to it.
“1950 Willy’s Jeepster in good condition only 2 owners. Convertable roof and side windows, New gas tank needs to be installed, new battery, rebuilt carb, Henry “J” 6cylinder Flat head engine. Not running now, but was running a few years ago. needs tires (40+ years old) but not in too bad condition has been garage kept since the 60’s. NEEDS TLC.. HAS A LOT OF ORIGINAL PARTS STILL more pictures avalible if needed”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $18,999
“1949 “Willly’s” Jeepster
350 Chevy Engine with 5,000 miles
Turbo 400 Automatic
4:11 Rear end, Pinto 2 Front end
Red with black vinyl Convertible Top
Mag Wheels, Large Tires”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4800.
Lots of work done on this .. .some left.
“I have a 1950 willys jeepster 4×4 new tires and wheels 67 corvette engine 700r4 transmission 205 transfer case 44 rear end 373 gears”
Much of the chrome has been resurfaced with slightly different coating (anodized aluminum?). Nice looking Jeepster.
“COMES WITH ORIGINAL FLAT HEAD SIX. DEAD SHARP AND FUN TO DRIVE. FULL WEATHER PACKAGE IN EURO CANVAS. NO GENERIC EMAILS WILL BE ANSWERED. IF YOU’RE REALLY INTERESTED, CALL ME @ 562-431-1016 AND WE CAN DISCUSS IT. INTERESTING TRADES ALWAYS CONSIDERED AND EVEN PREFERRED. MUCH THANKS”
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb/cto/2929877127.html
This looks in good shape.
“ON AN S-10 FRAME, 283 CHEVY, 350 TRANS, POWER STEERING, POWER BRAKES, NEW WIRING AND GAUGES, NEW EXHAUST, EX SHRINER CAR, $7,500.00 FIRM – NO TRADES, CONTACT GENE AT 314-570-2465”
http://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/2921681372.html
The body looks rough, but it runs.
“Partially yellow convertible jeepster for sale. Its for someone who is looking for a project. All parts are included. It does not run. It has a 283 Chevy engine. It has a good soild body.”
http://cars.oodle.com/view/1948-willys-jeepster/2956880531-dauphin-pa/
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
I love the dual bumpers on the rear of this Jeepster.
“his 49 Jeepster has a Chevy 6 cld and auto trans….”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3495
(01/23/2012) This project appears to have potential.
“THIS IS NOT A RUNNING VEHICLE. I have a project that I recently purchased that is just not a good fit for me or my garage right now. It is a 1949 2 Wheel Drive Jeepster by Willy’s. I bought a few months ago after it had sat in dry storage for a number of years. It looks like a mid 80’s restoration to me. The body is in remarkable condition and the vehicles is for the most part 100% complete (I threw away the top). It was originally a Butternut yellow color. The current paint is passable as driver quality. The running gear is a 1973 Buick 350 and matching bop transmission, the original rearend is still in the vehicle.There is a nice Ron Franicis wiring harness installed complete. The engine is out on a stand and needs rebuilt or go the SBC route. I curently have the front sheetmetal off and stored, there is no radiator. All of that said this a really fun vehicle that would be great with a little work as a driver or do a complete restoration. I am not selling because I need the money and the price is reasonalbly firm. I am however very open to trades which might include: 68-72 Nova, second gen camaro or other muscle cars,”
Glenn wrote this nice story which was published in the June 2010 issue of Jeepster News.
(ABOVE:) At The Pearl Harbor Memorial- ’50 Willys Jeepster, Left- Randy Spangler, Middle- Glenn Byron, Right- Maurice Goguen.
EAST MEETS WEST – 6000 MILE JEEPSTER EVENT By Glenn Byron
Sometimes we take for granted the many benefits our membership in WOJC [Willys Overland Jeepster Club] pro- vides. For example, that booklet you received titled “ WOJC 2010 ROSTER” is just something that arrives. Larry & Shirley Wozniak volunteered a bunch of time and effort to get this quality product to club members. Using it as a tool is a bonus for paying our meager dues. Let’s look at where this can take us. Recently, in planning for a cruise to visit our 50th state, Hawaii, I noticed a scheduled one day port call in Honolulu.
Just for kicks, I grabbed that Roster to see if we had members there. Garage tours and visits with other enthusiasts are always great sidelines to get away from usual tourist activities. Sure enough, all of Hawaii has one lonely WOJC member, Randy Spangler, right there in Honolulu. A quick email to Randy to intro- duce myself and inform him of my visit, yielded a friendly response with encourage- ment to see what we could put together. Nothing concrete, just loose parameters to keep both of us available as all the unknowns could allow. Our first port was Hilo, on the big island of Hawaii, with Honolulu, on Oahu, the following day. “Call me from Hilo and we’ll see what the cards hold” was Randy’s invitation. Here’s how it came down.
ABOVE: Randy Spangler’s Island Cruiser, a ’50 Willys Jeepster mounted on a Chevy Blazer chassis- A great performing unit for Boulevard or Beach.
Three couples on a cruise ship make too large a load for a Willys Jeepster, so careful strategy had to happen to be sure no one felt compromised. The girls were anxious to see Waikiki Beach, and with great personal sacrifice, I crossed that off my list. The other two guys, though not car oriented, agreed to back seat status and a full load resulted. Contact with Randy was made from Hilo and plans laid down for Willys Jeepster to meet Golden Princess at the dock in Honolulu. How’s that for a welcoming committee? Heads turn when ever we put our Jeepsters on display, but this may be a first! Randy’s 1950 Jeepster is especially suited to the hustle and bustle of Oahu gridlock traffic.
Plenty of work done, plenty left.
“1950 willys jeepster with v-8 305 automatic with driveshaft on still needs finished,lots of chrome and other parts go with it, also needs wired,and exhaust hooked up to headders, eng does run, it has 4 barrel carb. new paint, i have frame for convertible top no canvas on it , i also have all hardware for front and back seats, all chrome for grille. call 724-277-2406 also have front and rear bumpers thanks Tom”
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/2902820806.html
Sounds like a solid rig.
“You will be hard pressed to find another 1948 Jeepster with True Classic Muscle Car V8 power that is as solid and straight as this one is.
Leave your worries behind, turn back the clock, and turn heads while Cruising the Beach with the wind blowing in Your Hair in this one of a kind 1948 Willys Jeepster.
This Solid 64 years young California vehicle, features a 1967 Chevy Chevelle 327ci 4bbl V8 with All Numbers and Date Codes Matching, 1970 Chevy Chevelle TH350 Automatic Trans recently rebuilt, 12V Electrical System, New Drive Shaft, New Paint, New Upholstery, New Carpet, New Windshield Glass, New Windshield Rubbers, New Vent Glass, New Brake Master Cylinder, Taillight Lenses, New Ignition Switch, New Headlight Switch, New Hoses, New Driveshaft, Too Much To List.
NADA Value: $17,300 – $26,500
http://www.nadaguides.com/Classic-Cars/1948/Willys-Overland/Jeepster/VJ2-2-Door-Pheaton-Convertible/Values
Offered at: $8,500
nine four nine, two eight seven, three seven eight eight”
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/2896451921.html
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUXFuzi8s1g
This looks nice.
“The Willys Overland Jeepster is extremely rare and prized collectable. This is an older (15 year) restoration of an Arizona car and would rank about 6 to 7 on a 10 pt appraisal system. It has a Chevrolet 350/350 combo w/Mustang front end and disc brakes to make it a really good driver. Only 5500+ miles since restoration but it has been in locked dry storage for many, many years and that takes a toll. Vehicle is fully set-up to tow with a built-in tow bar and transmission drive shaft disconnect; you will also want to take note of the very unusual swing-away fat man style steering wheel which alone would fetch about $1000 due to condition and rarity. It is believed that fewer than 1600 Jeepsters remain in the world. This Jeepster is stored in Smith River, CA and is available for inspection by appointment. This is a very attractive price intended to move the vehicle now; so call now and enjoy the beautiful spring in a great 4 seat convertible.”
http://oregoncoast.craigslist.org/cto/2896996480.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000
“The original Jeep — Get ready for summer with this fully restored Convertible 1948 Willys Jeepster — 4 cylinder, stick shift ready to put the top down and enjoy the summer. All paint and chrome in good shape, clear PA title and many extra parts available to go with the Jeepster. New brakes, wheel cylinders and there were only 10,326 of these babies made in 1948 – Own a piece of history”
Lots of work has been done.
“1948 Red Willys Jeepster: $15,000 OBO
With 1950 Front End & 1973 Ford V8 302 (9,550 miles on engine – 33,550 total), WHATS NEW?… Convertible Top and Side Curtains, New Tacking Wood, New Rear view Mirrors, New Chrome Hold Down Latches, Has Tonneau Car Cover, Red Pleated Interior, Pleated Pockets in Doors, Beauty Bars Front & Rear, Timing Chain & Gear, Valve Seals, Rubber Gaskets, Ford Mustang C4 Auto Trans., Ignition Wires, Horn, Battery, Wiring to Lights Front/Back, Re-cored Radiator w/Electric Cooling Fan, Electric Windshield Wipers and Arms, New Fuel Pump, New Water Pump, New Tail Pipe with Muffler and Resonators, Reconditioned Carb., Extra Leaf Installed, Springs & Bushings Installed in Front and Rear, Rocker Panels & Quarter Panels are Custom 16 Gauge Steel and Welded (no bondo), Custom Made 16 Gauge 20 Gallon Gas Tank, Stainless Steel Dash Panel, Radio Panel with Digital Clock, All Stewart Warner Gauges & Speedometer, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Bucket Seats, Step Plates Top/Bottom (Very Rare), Parade Boot, Goodyear Arriva Radial Tires w/Western Rims
Call Ray @ 908 797 5981”
http://cnj.craigslist.org/cto/2882420388.html
This looks solid.
“1950 Willys Jeepster VJ.
-Has a 283 Chev power glide trans.
-power front brakes.
Runs and drives, very restorable and rare.
Top faded windows from the sun but whole unit can be replaced for less then $400.00 All parts are readily available from sources like: The Jeepsterman Inc., Kaiser Willy’s and Walck’s.
The body and frame are solid.
Restored can fetch up to $35,000. Made for 3 yrs.-1948 to 1951.
-Original engines are easy to find but very underpowered.
-Mechanics Manual included.
SELLING for $6500. OBO
772.464.9090 anytime.”
http://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/cto/2854274862.html
This looks good.
“Offering my 1948 Willys Jeepster Daily Driver – all stock and original, body is rust free – this was a California car. Transmission rebuilt. Needs new top and Side Curtains. More pictures are available. Asking $6100 or BO.
941-921-9450”
http://sarasota.craigslist.org/cto/2844842188.html
