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The links to posts below show jeeps grouped by models, condition, and other ways. Some of these jeeps are for sale and others have been sold. If you are unsure whether a vehicle is still for sale or not, email me at d [at] ewillys.com for more info.
There are plenty of interesting, unusual, historic and surprising stories related to Jeeps and their owners. In addition, some of these features have nothing to do with jeeps. This link will display all featured stories starting from the latest.
Looking for parts and not sure where to go? There are a variety of large and small new and used parts sellers both online and offline.
Importantly, the allure of buying a project jeep can be romantic. The reality of restoring a jeep can be quite different, expensive and overwhelming without the right tools and resources. So, tread carefully when purchasing a "project". If you have any concerns about buying a vintage jeep, or run across a scam, feel free to contact me for help, comments or concerns .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $950.
Very interesting hardtop.
“1947 C2A Steel cab farm version with PTO transmission. Yes there is rust on body but it is all original. Original Go Devil 4cyl engine. Original seat frames, etc., etc.”
It’s pretty rough.
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/cto/5221982447.html
“I bought someone else’s stalled work in progress several years ago as a 2nd undertaking for me and my son. My boy’s attending college now, so our second Jeep isn’t going to happen. The guy who had the ’42 before us did quite a bit of work on the rolling chassis and tub, but otherwise just bought and stockpiled new parts.
THE BAD — Easier to list what’s not in the “basket” than what is:
• Doesn’t have center data plate or frame tag
• No inner windshield frame
• No instruments other than a fuel gauge
• No radiator, top bows, or distributor..
Continue reading
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $900
Very much a project.
“1946 Jeep Willy’s project. Motor(L-134), trans(T-90) and transfer case(dana spicer 18) is good. Currently putting all new seals and bearings in transmission and transfer case. Was running when I started taking it apart for a restoration. Drivetrain/ Engine is stripped of rust/dirt and painted. I have old body that could be reused but is in rough shape. Frame is in good shape, needs cleaned up. I do not have a title, can give bill of sale. I have alot of time and money into this, I know I’ll never get that out of it but I’m not giving it away. Please make reasonable offer. Dont need to sell, just have other projects i would rather put the money into. Great father and son project, easy to work on and best of all… Most of the hard work is done! Theres all yhe information yiu could ever want online. Possible trade fir hunting items or dirtbike/enduro, must be worth what im asking if not more.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(05/27/2014) It’s a project.
“Here is a 1948 willy jeep in pieces. I have everything except the windshield and original seats. The motor is a military boat motor, don’t know if it runs or not. Someone started to make the jeep into a river rat and stopped. The body is a typical willys jeep body. Had a good grille, tailgate, hood. New gas tank, good radiator. Everyone has their own opinions about condition, if you are curious come look at it. The jeep is in average to below average shape for one sitting outside all its life. I do have some spare parts. I also HAVE a TITLE.”
http://grandisland.craigslist.org/cto/5175185658.html
According to ABC News, Sydney mechanic Gary Moore and his dog Sasha will spend more than a year traveling around Australian in a 1942 MB. His trailer looks pretty early, too.
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-09-11/mechanic-takes-willys-jeep-for-a-16-month-spin/6769344
PHOTO CREDT: ABC Rural: Lisa Herbert
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
Maybe an ex fire-jeep?
“Original 1952 Willys M38 ready to be restored. Solid body, original 24 volt system, lots of new parts ready to be installed. $3500 OBO. Also have a brand new L134 engine block in unopened crate for additional cost.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** $5800
(09/03/2015) It might not be all stock, but there seems to be a lot there for the price.
“1948 cj-2a fully restored except for paint, 12 volt conversion, new seats, seatbelts,”
Where’s the gas tank?
“this is a WW2 44 willy s MB motor is strong L-134 flat head”
http://westernmass.craigslist.org/cto/5220799380.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
The rear of the body looks to be a CJ-5.
“1953 Willys Jeep CJ3A. I think i am the third owner. I have owned it for 23 years or so. It has less than 500 miles on a frame off rebuild. Rebuilt running gear, suspension, steering, steering box and column, oversized brakes, drums and wheel cylinders, master cylinder, and new brake lines. Rodded original radiator, installed overflow tank. Rebuilt Harrison heater and rodded core. Installed 12 volt 3 wire alternator, totlal rewire of vehicle, rebuilt starter motor, converted all lights and guages to 12 volt, and installed fuse strip. Has roll cage, Lincoln electric bucket seats (but have originals, see photo) fold and tuck rear seat. Has full soft top and doors, bikini top and 5 new tires and wheels. Original scripted metal body, fenders and hood. No dents (to speak of). I did not repaint body, because my wife would not want it “scratched”. Has been garaged with all 3 owners. I have all receipts and many of the old parts that were replaced. Willys listed these as a “1/4 ton truck”.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3650.
(04/20/2015) Includes a Warn OD.
“Excellent running 1946 CJ2A. Very original, drives right down the road with no squeaks or rattles. Lock out hubs and 4WD works just fine. Headlights, tail-lights, turn signal and interior lights, horn (vintage) all work as designed.
I bought this a few months back, and since then have done the following: new tires, new fuel pump and regulator, new Solex carburetor, new shocks, new exhaust system front to back, new instruments, new transmission cross member and motor mounts. I changed the intake/exhaust manifold gasket, set the valves, changed the plugs and wires, and timed the motor. Engine, transmission, overdrive, transfer case and differential oils all changed.
The L134 flathead makes good power, does not smoke, has good oil pressure and runs cool. There’s an enormous winch mounted on the front, which I have been told is WWII vintage for moving aircraft on the runway.
Body has the usual dings and rust typical of a 70 year old Willys.
I am selling to get a more highway friendly Jeep, although one can drive this 60 MPH if they wish.
Email me your phone number and I will call you. Reasonable offers are welcome. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
This may be worth a look. It appears it’s covered most of the time.
“I am selling my 52 willy’s jeep. I wish I knew more about it, just know I don’t have time to finish her up and make it the treasure it is. It was handed down to me. I do know it’s all original besides electric fan and fuel pump. It does not start right now, but it did before I towed it back to Emmett. I believe it needs new battery and tune up. Hasn’t been started for probably 10 years. It’s an awesome truck, some rust but the right owner would have her looking great. I’m asking 3500 call or text if you’d like little more info or look at it. ”
UPDATE: Was $3000. **SOLD**
No pics provided.
“1942 military Slatte grill jeep- flat head 4 cylinder stock rebuild able .
Clean without rust or rot on the jeep, very restorable to original, extra combat wheels call Don”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/08/2015) This has some unusual mods.
“I have a 1952 willy’s jeep 4 cylinder flathead engine rebuilt engine low mileage less 100 miles one motor was used on farm Needs break work done runs good 3 speed. I will take 1200 obo or will trade for a Chevy ex cab 4wheel drive truck.”
http://springfield.craigslist.org/cto/5218388807.html
UPDATE: Still available.
(05/13/2015) Looks pretty original.
“Great Korean War vintage 1952 M38 Jeep. This is military surplus, not a CJ-2 civilian model. Very fun to drive, unrestored, all original except for a new gas tank. New batteries, 24v system. Great to run around the farm or put in a parade. Dull OD green, not a shiney finish to attract the enemies’ attention. My wife did not like driving it near as much as I did.”
http://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/5218513906.html
UPDATE: Was $2750. **SOLD**
(09/07/2015) Has no title, but certainly is restorable.
“have an early ’46 willy cj2a column shift jeep…starts, runs good, drives, shifts…tranny + t/c work as they should…brakes not working…12volt…15″wheels…some tin work done, more needed…1 spot on frame needs repair (see pic)…odometer still working + reads 9598 miles…wouldn’t take much to be a driver…solid rare jeep to restore…sold with bill of sale”
This is Part IV of Leigh’s trip across Australia in a 1944 Ford GPW. Read Part III here.
Map showing the trip from Montecollina to Cordillo Downs
Leaving Innaminka
Once more the weather was fine as we set off for Innaminka, although this was to be the un-doing of one of the Jeeps as the temperature reached 35 deg C (95 deg F) and combined with the hard going it cracked a cylinder head, yet another MB (Toyota engined) had electrical & clutch trouble, hitting a wash away in the road a bit hard the front diff knocked the alternator & clutch slave cylinder off! Temporary repairs were carried out and they left the convoy to head for home, arriving safely several days later we heard.
Road to Innaminka
Innaminka has a permanent population of about 12 residents and is nestled on the Cooper Creek 1065 km (660 ml) north-east of Adelaide and 459 km (285ml) from Lyndhurst up the Strzeleki Track. The actual “track” was originally blazed by Harry Redford, a cattle thief while droving 1000 head of stolen cattle from central Queensland to Adelaide. He was subsequently caught but due to his heroic efforts in establishing a new route was pardoned and later became one of Australias greatest drovers.
Innaminka Road
Innaminka is best known for the tragic death in 1861 of explorers Burke & Wills on the banks of the Cooper Creek. The full story can be found here.
Burke’s Grave
As the next day was a lay day an impromptu fishing competition was held on Cooper Ck with several Yellowbelly Perch being taken, It was here also that our clutch began to make strange noises, due I thought to the ingress of dust into the spigot bearing – more of this later.
Cooper Creek Yellow Belly
Ex Australia Army International crossing Cooper Creek.
In the following days we visited Burke’s grave & the Dig Tree, Montkeleary Creek, home to millions of friendly flies, so bad you had to wait untill dark to cook & eat, then along the Arrabury Rd toward Cordillo Downs. First leased in 1875, by the turn of the century Cordillo Downs was running more than 85,000 sheep. During this time Afgan camel teams hauled stores to the station from Farina and returned with wool the round trip taking two months.
Today Cordillo runs only cattle with approx 7000 head of poll Hereford cattle on the 7,900 square kilometer (4908 sq. ml) property. Next we head for Birdsville via Cadelga Ruins.
Read Part V Here
I wonder whatever happened to Bessie Harris?
“1943 Press Photo Bessie Harris Works at Richmond Ford Plant Making Jeeps
This is an original press photo. Photo measures 7 x 9inches. Photo is dated 7-8-1943.”
View all the information on eBay
Includes a new body.
“I have a 1949 Willys CJ3A for sale, approximately 26K original miles. It runs, but needs a gas tank and a battery, among other things. The body is fair, the floors are shot, but it comes with a new steel body that has been primered to keep it from rusting. The brakes are fairly frozen, but I was able to get it up onto a trailer when I bought it last fall. It has been stored in a garage since that time.
I have lost my storage space and need to sell. Asking $2,000 or best offer. The new steel body alone is worth $2500. No tire kickers please. Located Skaneateles. I do not have a title for this so it is being sold as a parts vehicle only.”
http://syracuse.craigslist.org/cto/5220306572.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
Includes a plow. Looks like a good price.
“1948 Jeep CJ2A. 4 cylinder. 6 volt. Runs well. Most everything works. With electrically operated Meyers plow (12 volt). Some rust. Would be a great classic to restore.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500.
(09/14/2016) Looks solid.
“M38 Willys Jeep restored to original. Classic Korean War era. $7500.00.”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $18,000
Glenn forwarded this ad. Not many of these around in the states. I believe the proper name for this is an MK2/3 British Ferret Armored Scout Car. This may be missing the turret on top. Here’s an example of one with a turret.: http://www.track-kickers.com/images/mkferret23-main.jpg
“selling my British scout car runs and drives perfect no rust contact6 me only if you are interested in buying for 18.000”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/06/2015) Needs a little work, but it sounds like it may run.
“1963 jeep van,very rare , only 100 built, divorce forces sale, needs clutch,and a few other minor things to run call”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $425.
The paint and wording appear in good shape.
“Vintage Jeep Pedal Car from 1950’s . Original condition.,”
UPDATE: **SOLD** $4500.
Some items don’t work.
“1960 RARE WILLYS JEEP – CJ6
THE GOOD:
This Jeep has been owned by me since 1978 and has always been stored inside since 1978.
It is in good running condition. The engine, transfer case, transmission, clutch, 4 wheel drive, and brakes all work well.
The engine is a 4 cylinder F-head.
The Jeep is all original except for the driver’s seat and paint.
THE BAD:
Heater does not work.
Speedometer and odometer do not work.
Gauges do not work.”
