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This looks like a straight, solid body.
“Project vehicle waiting for you to complete (as it was for me). It has 4.3 V6, 4 wheel drive running gear. Glen @ 520-260-8176 call or text”
http://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/1966524673.html
Looks like a good price for a restored Wagon.
“1950 Willys Wagon $5,400 818-274-7345
MILEAGE
72172
DESCRIPTION
All scheduled maintenance, Looks & runs great, Low mileage, New tires, Runs & drives great, Very clean interior, Well maintained,One of only 1500 made. One of only 550 with 6cyl continental engine.Glass in good condition. Rides GREAT on the highway and around town. Historic Plates.
VIN
673SW11882
STATUS
Finished
CATEGORY
American Classics
CONDITION
Good
DOCUMENTATION OF ORIGINALITY:
Yes
……”
http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/1963222074.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price.
This might make a good replacement for your wagon body.
“1948 WILLYS PANEL VERY HARD TO FINE…..NOT MUCH RUST AT ALL….NO TRANNY NO MOTOR……THE REST IS ALL THERE”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
This appears pretty solid for a east coast wagon. It might be a good price.
“This jeep has been in my family since 1963 and until now its had a place to stay. interior was redone in late 90″s. engine is complete but hasn’t been started in a few years, have some parts also. Willing to take partial trade doe guns or boat.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800
“engin- superhurricane 6 L226 cu in; powertake-off winch; refurbished original AM radio; all parts- doors, hood, tail gate, front grill;”
This looks like a nicely updated wagon.
“1947 Willys Station Wagon , 1963 413 Chrysler .030 over, Auto, 4″ Chopped Top, All new Currie rear end, 31 spline axles, power steering, Chrysler sub frame, Torsion bar Suspension. 317-701-7773.”
http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/1941179484.html
This has a variety of drivetrain updates.
“Very rare Willys Sedan Delivery. There are some sheet metal issues, but replacement panels are available. Perfect for someone with a little body shop experience. Engine is a Chev 307 V8 w/Turbo 400 automatic. Axles are from a Waggoneer providing decent road gearing vs. original Jeep low ratio. It’s a project I love, but can see it will never make it to the top of my list! More info and pics available at… http://www.ohaudio.com/TommsSD.html.”
http://missoula.craigslist.org/cto/1938105571.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“Restored Willys Overland Sedan Delivery Van; 1947 body on a 1961 Willys Drive Train; 226 Flathead 6 cylinder engine. 4 wheel drive; Lots of chrome inside; Murals on the inside wall; Customized; It has been named “Poor Boy’s Dream”; Very rare van.
Problems known; Transmission sometimes pops out in 2nd gear when you let off the gas; Needs a headliner; Need to install the windshield wipers (all parts included);”
It’s got some dents and dings, but looks solid.
“This 1960 Willy’s wagon is original!! Runs and drives!! Interior in fair shape- Chrome intact nothing missing!! Asking $2500 (Price Negotiable.) It has some rust to be expected from a SUV of this age. We have several other “whole”Willy’s as parts or to get up and running. Please visit. Parked on SE 60th. corner of SE 60th and SE Harold. call Nathan 503-970-5251 for more info.”
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/1932006741.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was ebay.
HOG spotted this nice looking truck on eBay.
“1947 Willys Pickup Truck , Newely Restored , NO Reserve!!!! This truck is a trophy winner this year!!!! 4×4 mostly original, manual trans, overdrive optional, customized small block ,V8 engine, Custom interior, bed, wheels, and fuel tank. Lots of extras, Edelbrock Carb,New throddle Cabel, All new headers. 5000 miles after new Engine Installed. Hunter Green, Above average paint job and body in excellent condition. Vechile has been appraised for $30,000 and well worth it but I am putting it up for aution today for $23,000. Don’t Miss out !”
This is the first Willys I’ve sen that came with tire covers, so I had to list it.
“Has 283 chevey motor plus orginal motor. not running. Good solid body, chrome wheels, great builder. call Dick @ 303-452-6653.”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/1932836062.html
Colin’s friend Al has got a nice collection of Willys. Colin forwarded a few pics of Al’s jeeps with some notes. Nice looking vehicles Al!
Colin writes, “I attached a photo of a CJ2A [al toy] that I did for a buddy of mine sitting on the hood of his August-built 1945 CJ2A with column shift, rebuilt with a lot of the leftover MB stuff that Willys used to get the first CJs on the road.
Al also has a 47 2WD wagon, a 49 Willys truck and a 49 Jeepster that is undergoing a repowering with a 55 Chrysler 331 Hemi, 727 trans, Mustang II front suspension and 56 Corvette rear end. Aside from body work and paint, Al does all the work himself and does an excellent job. The shot of the wagon with whitewall tires is the same wagon. Amazing what a set of wide whites will do for a car.”
This is beautiful.
“Restored 1951 Willys Jeep Station Wagon for sale; runs and drives excellent. The Hurricane OHV 6 cylinder engine was overhauled several years ago (at time of restoration) but has less than 500 miles on it; it was rebuilt by a local machine shop (Osgood’s) for roughly $4,000 (have receipts). The clutch / pressure plate, the brake cylinders, shocks, king-pins, all the glass (Davis Glass), carpet, upholstery, and headliner were replaced at the time of the engine rebuild. The paint job and re-plating of the chrome a short time later; price: $12,995. This vehicle has been stored in a garage for over a decade; it has very few minor flaws. Please call 541-926-8131.”
http://corvallis.craigslist.org/cto/1927913589.html
After reading the “Surviving a Nuclear Blast“, Rich forwarded this Civil Defense Video hosted at archive.org. At the 2:45 mark, you’ll see the red wagon below. I think it would be interesting to do a restoration like this. There’s a few other jeeps in the video as well, though no close up shots like this one.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6900.
(05/08/2010) It looks great, but apparently needs a few things.
“1956 Willys Jeep Wagon 4WD Rust Free Original1956 Willy wagon never rusted out. From out West. This is original body, 4WD 6 cylinder flat head 3 spd Odometer reads 73K and I believe it. Runs Great fun to drive needs a few simple things. I have young family and no time to enjoy. First to see will buy These bring 15 to 20 K all shined up. No dreamers please.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2600.
This appears in good shape.
“Started restoration but did not complete project. Jeep and extra engine and transmission plus two extra doors–everything goes. Seats have been reupholstered. Outside body is painted. All original parts.”
This may be a good price. It looks in good shape.
“1950 Willys Overland, REDUCED PRICE! Moved to a smaller house and I don’t have the room to store. This vehicle has been used as a primary vehile until 6 months ago. runs great on and off road. chevy SB 350 engine 700r4 trans. (overdrive). MSD ignition system and distributer. power streering. leather seats front and rear with shoulder strap seat belts. new autometer gauges. new leaf springs and shackle reversal. locked dana 44 full floater rear end. It has a broken passenger window and has some rust, but still looks great! cell phone 530-320-3138 leave message.”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/1913524811.html
The earlycj5.com site recently published some great brochures about a CJ-5 truck called the overlander which was available in Australia. Check it out! (Thanks Dan).
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
(07/16/2010) Here’s a nice wagon, though it’s not exactly museum quality.
“One of the very few remaining unmolested Jeep carryalls in the world!! It is just one of 485 ever built in 1960. This vehicle was sold new near Springfield, Illinois in late 1959. It got repossesed shortly thereafter and remained in storage for years. An auto Museum in Springfield purchased the Jeep in the late 1990s and kept it until the museum closed a few months ago. The vehicle is amazingly solid with an all original interior. It has been painted in it’s original color. We see very little to no evidence of major rust issues. It runs and drives and is a blast. Comes with it’s original 1959 Illinois license plates!!”
It’s dirty and there’s a dent in the left rear corner, but otherwise it looks solid.
“6 Cyl flathead complete and restorable. If interested reply to fredlela@aol.com. More pictures available upon request”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/1897512114.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $17,500
(01/21/2010) Just a mod or two on this Willys Rod.
“454/400 turbo trans, chop top, mustang 2 ifs, 8″ ford rear. $19,500.00 or best offer will take part trade.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
(08/03/2010) This would make a fun restore if the old panel art work could be saved. Maritime Hardware.
“I PURCHASED TWO 1956 WILLYS PANEL DELIVERY TRUCKS FROM A PRIVATE OWNER IN NEW JERSEY, BOTH VEHICLES CAME OFF THE ASSEMBLY LINE ONE AFTER THE OTHER ONLY 786 WERE MADE. I AM DOING A FRAME UP TOTAL RESTORATION ON ONE, AND I AM SELLING THE OTHER ONE, THESE VEHICLES ARE EXTREMELY RARE IN THIS CONDITION, YES THERE IS SOME LOWER BODY RUST, BUT THE MAIN BODY, THE FRAME, ORIGINAL MOTOR (SUPER HURRICAINE 6 CYLINDER) DRIVE TRANE, AND TRANSMISSION ARE COMPLEATLY INTACT. ALL INTERIOR GUAGES ARE ORIGINAL AND ARE IN GREAT SHAPE, THERE IS ONE DOUBLE SEAT (DRIVERS SIDE) THE RUST IS CONTAINED ONLY TO THE WHEEL WELLS, AND MOSTLY THE LOWER PARTS OF THE TRUCK, BUT THE PARTS TO FIX ARE EASILY AVAILABLE AS I HAVE REPLACED THEM ON THE OTHER VEHICLE ALREADY, THE FRAME IS PERFECT, NO RUST. YOU CAN SEE MY VEHICLE DURING ITS CURRENT RESTORATION BECAUSE BOTH VEHICLES ARE AT THE SAME GARAGE. CLEAR TITLE AND VIN GO ALONG WITH IT”
The seller believes this to be a rare Maverick Wagon. I couldn’t say for sure, maybe someone else can?
“1960 Willys 2 wheel Drive/with Overdive All orginal stock. Has been stripped to bear metal and Primed ready for paint. Daily driver, spair engine, New tires, Extra Glass. Ready to restor or customise. more photos available. ”
http://oregoncoast.craigslist.org/cto/1892321279.html
If the engines and drive trains are intact, then there is some value here.
“3 Willys parts vehicles, non-running, no titles. 2 Wagons, 1 is mid fifties, other is late fifties. Truck is late forties, early fifties. All have original? motors. Buyer must take all 3. These will need to be hauled on a flatbed trailer. Please e-mail for more pictures. Please call Frank, after 4:30pm M-F or anytime on the weekends for more information. 360.263.2085”
http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/1892848596.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
(01/12/2010) I think it still needs some work?
“53 WILLYS RAT ROD CHOPPED AND CHANNELED MANY MODS DONE TO BODY RACK AND PINON 350 CRATE MOTOR (300HP) 3SPD TRANS HURST SHIFTER RECOVERED SEATS TO MUCH TO LIST RUNS YARD DRIVES BRAKES NEED FRONT DRUMS TURNED NEW SHOES BEST TO SEE IN PERSON ONE OF A KIND CALL ME ”
