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UPDATE: **SOLD** on eBay
(07/20/2012) Runs and drives.
“Date feb, 25 1943 serial #215159 frame#215159. Runs and drives, Includes:combat wheels,43 jerry gas can,misc. extra parts. There are Some rust area’s, but over all pretty solid for the year.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $850.
Will be at the Weare, NH, Military Show this weekend.
“This a a Ford GPW frame with a 45′ Willys MB body on it. Tub is in bad condition but restorable. Frame is in pretty good shape. It has an early GP/GPW scalloped front axle. It has a radiator but no power train. $850.00”
This has a V6 in it right now.
“For sale: 1943 Willys Military Jeep , has V6 engine in car now, but have the original 4 cylinder engine on a stand. New interior , new tires. Runs good. Best offer.”
http://longisland.craigslist.org/cto/3163907056.html
UPDATE: This is likely sold. Was listed at $2500
(07/26/2012) The motor runs. Looks in decent shape.
“I HAVE A 1943 JEEP WILLYS A REALLY GOOD PROJECT TO DO, THE MOTOR AND TRANSMISSION IS WORKING 4X4 POST WW2 TITTLE IN HAND”
This “original MB” appears to have a variety of CJ parts, too, including the frame, fenders, bumpers, and more. Lots of pics.
“AUCTION IS FOR A ORIGINAL WWII 1945 WILLYS MB JEEP. OLDER RESTORATION BACK IN THE 80s. THIS JEEP IS A VERY NICE CANIDATE FOR RESTORATION OR CAN BE USED AS IS. DONT KNOW THE SERIAL AND DATE PLATES ARE MISSING AS WELL AS THE TAG ON THE FRAME. THE JEEP IS HAS A LOT OF GREAT ORIGINAL PARTS ON HER. INCLUDING:
ORIGINAL WINDSHEILD, GLASS, WIPER SYSTEM
RIFLE RACK
5 COMBAT RIMS
FRONT GRIL
BUMBERETTES
PINTLE HOOK
5 (WHAT APPEARS TO BE0 ORIGINAL WWII NDR TIRES
TWO FRONT SEATS
BACK SEAT
SMALL MOUTH GAS TANK
BLACKOUT LIGHTS AND HEADLIGHTS, CATEYES AND SIDE LIGHT
TOP BOWS
GAS TANK MOUNT AND GAS TANK
FRONT BUMPER
AND OTHER SMALL MISC PARTS AND PEICES . . .”
View all the information and pics on eBay
It may be ready to restore, but I wonder if it is ready to drive?
“1942 Willys Jeep, Ready to be restored *NO RUST*
Modifications:
Buik V6 engine
Roll cage
Enlarged gas tank
Please contact Jason 360-927-3338”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/3161099737.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.
This is rough.
“Not sure of the year. asking $1,200.00. Sold as is. Email if interested.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500
“1947 Willys jeep CJ2A runs good 5 new tires”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $20,000
Looks like the front frame rails have been patched? I can’t quite tell for sure.
“I’m selling my WWll Willys. I’m too old to drive it anymore. Only used in the Veterans day parade the last few years. The way you see it is the way I bought it. Numbers matching chassis with a new tub. Has G.I. tow bar and pintel hook. Reproduction .30 cal. machine gun with pedestal. Dash mounted rifle scabbard.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5900.
(04/17/2012) This appear solid. It has some mods.
“WANT A COOL MILITARY JEEP FOR THE SUMMER??? I HAVE THE PERFECT ONE FOR YOU. 43 WILLY’S MB JEEP IN GREAT WORKING CONDITION. RESTORED A FEW YEARS BACK. MILITARY GREEN, NEWER TIRES, NICE BLACK TOP, BREAK LIGHTS, HEAD LIGHT GUARDS, BUCKET SEATS, ENGINE TUNED UP WITH NEW PLUGS, BATTERY, WIRING VERY GOOD AND SPARE ORIGINAL BUNCH OR EXTRA PARTS. WILL SELL FOR $9100 OR TRADE FOR YOUR GOOD RUNNING, RECENT LOW MILEAGE TRUCK. CALL ME NOW AND LET’S MAKE A DEAL. 1805 525-5500 ASK FOR TOMI AND LOOK AT THE PHOTOS OF THIS FINE MILITARY JEEP!!”
http://ventura.craigslist.org/pts/3142637280.html
UPDATE: This appears to have sold. Was listed at $5000.
(07/15/2012) Still plenty of work left.
“You are looking at a 1942 Ford GPW military jeep. Restoration was started over 10 years ago and never completed. Motor, trans, transfer case, and axles have been rebuilt. The body is an aftermarket piece and sits on a very nice straight and rust free frame. Have most parts to complete (some not pictured) and will be included with the sale.”
UPDATE: Was listed at $7500. Status Unknown.
This may be worth a look. Tranny was stuck in 3rd gear.
“1942 Willies Jeep. This is actually my dad’s jeep and he asked me to sell it. This jeep has sat in the barn for years. It would be great for a collector. The last time I drove it, it only had 3rd gear. This Jeep was displayed at the Tillamook Air Museam.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500.
(06/28/2012) It’s got some unusual updates.
“This Willys MB originally came off the assembly line in July of 1944! After all these years, it has been restored and back on the road — and off the road as well. The rear end body panels, roll bar and bumpers are all custom. As is the dash, including several new instrument gauges and the front seats. A 90hp 1971 Ford SOHC engine that is in very good running condition powers the T-90 transmission that has been very recently overhauled.
Whether your Sunday driving on country roads, cruising the beach or exploring the backcountry with the four-wheel drive, this restored classic is a blast to drive.
Other notes:
It is a 1944 Willys Jeep, the original was a military model MB. It has been rebuilt with some parts from a 1946 Willys.
The original flathead 4 motor was 60 hp, to the ’71 Ford motor packs more punch.
The 4WD is fully functional – the lever to the extreme left is the shifter, of the two small levers, the left engages/disengages the front wheels – I left it in the 2WD position and the right operates 4WD Hi, Neutral and 4WD Low – I left it in the Hi position.
The transmission overhaul was less than 100 miles ago.
Shocks have a few hundred miles on them (same time as last oil change).
The tires are older and off of my other Jeep – I do have one of the original rims that I will include if desired.
I also have a speedo cable.
The parking brake will work (new shoes) but it needs a lever installed first.
During the last restoration, I put in a larger, poly gas tank that is properly vented. It is a marine grade poly and the sending unit doesn’t play nice with the fuel gauge on the speedo … it just needs a marine grade gauge with the same resistance.”
Based on the hood scoop, I’m gonna guess this has at least a couple mods.
“1942 Jeep Willys. Does not run. Has original engine, transmission, and other stuff. I could not get the tarp off for a better pic, sorry.”
http://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/3138082997.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1100.
The bumper on this made me laugh. But, as I looked closer, I realized this was a MB Frame.
“1946 WILLYS JEEP
4CLYINDER FLATHEAD
BODY / FENDERS / HOOD
GOOD PROJECT JEEP”
Jim spotted this jeep. Looks like it was original from California, given those vintage black plates.
“For sale 1944 WW2 Willys MB. It’s all there, runs well, 4 wheel drive works great. Three of four combat rims. I have the title in hand. Eric 417-664-0806”
http://springfield.craigslist.org/ctd/3123966578.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $19,500.
Not much MB left here.
“completly custom built 42 mb on a scout frame. 4.3 vortec on propane, turbo 400 manuel shift, dana 300 with tera low 4 to 1 gears, tera hi pinion 60 rear, chevy 60 front with 4.88 gears and detroit lockers,4 wheel disc brakes, trail ready 17×9 bead locks with 39.5×13.5×17 iroc radials, on board air, dual batterys, warn 9500 winch, full hydraulic steering,coil spring 3 link front, wishbone link rear with an air bag, street legal(sorta) only 2 years old,”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2800
(10/18/2011) This might be a fine price.
“1944 willys with a 302 engine and 4 spd asking $2900 OBO any questions call (760) 420-3001”
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/3130474665.html
UPDATE: Lester’s comment provides some good details on identifying this as a GPW Frame.
This is very much a project still.
“1944 Willys MB radio jeep for sale or trade for house generator. Have 90% of parts to rebuild, new frame & body. MB serial no. engine with GPW trans. many new and NOS parts. rolling chassis almost complete. Please call 802 257 3370 or email for more info and pics.”
http://westernmass.craigslist.org/cto/3124492492.html
This runs and drives. The square-edged gas tank suggests this might be an early ’42.
“1942 Willys Jeep…$2700….. Original Engine, good condition. Runs, Drives, all working parts. Does need some help in :1. Starter does not always catch first time, but will start. 2/ new brakes, but must be bled out and hooked up, new brake lines etc. 3. will drop out of 2nd gear at times… Good Shape otherwise…. best deal for a Willys on CL…. Will start up, had a tune up recently. Very very good condition. Items must get fixed or attached prior to driving. It will drive!!!! Just does not stop !! Haha!!!”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/3125170720.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
I just can’t imagine someone thought the mods to this were a good idea. However, there appears to be some parts value at the very least. It looks to have all three data plates.
“SOLID BODY NEEDS MOTOR. NO GLASS, GREAT JEEP FOR A RERSTORE. PLEASE SAVE THIS JEEP. MAY HAVE TITLE NOT SURE AT THIS TIME. ”
Alex spotted an article about eMBs. The Electric MB is supposed to be made to order and cost 755.000 PhP, which is about $18,500. I did not see the electric jeep listed at MD Juan’s website, though I didn’t do an exhaustive search.
According to this excerpt from the article, “the [electric] Willy’s MB which will be powered by a 4-kilowatt, 48-volt electric motor deriving energy from eight units 6-volt batteries. Its manufacturer – MD Juan Enterprises – calls it the eMB.
The new model of the vintage MacArthur jeep, the latest product of MD Juan Enterprises and PhUV, Inc., made it debut last week at the Philippine Die and Mould Association exhibit at the World Trade Center. The body of the electric MB was made using locally-made dies and moulds and manufactured in MD Juan’s stamping plant.”
Here’s the official press release from MD Juan.
UPDATE: Price was $1200. **SOLD**
The rear axle isn’t mb/gpw and it has no engine or title.. There might be some value here though.
“This is a 1942 Willys Jeep. It was going to be a rebuild project that I never had time to start, so I’m giving someone else the chance to bring her back to life. No engine, no title. $1,200 obo.”
This looks in good shape.
“Here is a fully restored back to original 1945 Willys MB from World War 2. Restoration about 7 years old. Runs & drives good. Has original engine, transmission/transfer, and front/rear ends. Full top canvas and all 3 seats with combat rims and NDT’s. Ask questions or make arrangements for viewing. Clear Illinois title. Fully registered and insured now. Thanks”
http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/3112072254.html
UPDATE: Still Available
“NOT-RUNNING 1945 Willys Jeep has a Chevy 283 , stock trans and transfer and axles 2900.00 OBO Or POSS TRADE .. $%^$^TRADE MUST be worth more for me $%$$^%$%$ Thanks 916-223+9159”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/3111516317.html
