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Welcome to eWillys.com, a website for vintage jeep enthusiasts. I update this website nearly every day with jeep deals, jeep history, interesting reader projects, jeep related info, and more.
These quick searches can help you find things on eBay. People list in the wrong categories all the time, so don't be surprised to see brochures in the parts area for example.
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: **Status Unknown** Was $3000.
Seller uses it as a daily driver.
“Daily Driver Has many new parts New Carb New Battery and Cables New radiator, Hoses and belts The brake system is rebuilt with new tires. The Bench seat was rebuilt and Recovered. All important parts are original and would be a great project truck to finish into what you want. Has the F head engine. Not interested in any trades.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3900
The body is rough.
“This is a very early Civilian Jeep aka CJ 2A aka “Agro Jeep”. These early Jeeps still had the ax and shovel imprints on the driver side panel.
Originally it had the 3 speed column shift levers but sometime later on, this one had the shift tower replaced with the 3 speed shift cane. The transmission still has the linkage levers for the column shift.
This Jeep was used primarily as a Hunting Jeep/ Ranch Jeep. We cleaned her up and replaced the engine with a more period correct block. The replacement engine was not rebuilt but it checked out good and it runs great.
The brakes were also replaced and the most evident leaks were repaired.
Jeep drives good. It still needs some basic up keep but it’s a good runner / driver.
No title but all of the Data Plates are there. I will help with obtaining a title.”
Titled as a ’46, this looks more like a CJ-3A to me.
“Time to thin out my herd of toys. Titled as a 1946 but has a later Fhead engine, later windshield frame so who knows. The engine sounds pretty good, the gas is really old so stinks a little smoke, newer exhaust, new plugs, wires, filters, oil change etc. Has nealry brand new BFG ATKO tires, no rust, has good brakes, has a Saginaw steering box, runs and drives well but needs some “tinkering” Would be a good hunting Jeep. restore or leave as is.”
http://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/5003341827.html
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/14/2015) It’s a project. Body is fiberglass.
“Selling my CJ3A project. It is coming down the home stretch for completion but my interests have changed. It is listed as a 1951 but there is hardly any of the original parts left on it. Below is the list of modifications made to improve it’s abilities. The goal was to make this a trail ready Jeep for weekends. It runs and drives well.
-Front and Rear Dana 44s (like a Rubicon)-both completely rebuilt, front has disc brakes
-4.88 gears with Detroit Locker/TruTrack
-Engine is Buick 4.1L Even Fire w. a 4 barrel Quadrajet carb
-Transmission is a TH350 w. Advanced Adapter to mount the original D18 transfer case
-B & M Shifter
-Full Pre-Bent DOM Roll Cage (http://extremecustomparts.com/i-6292281-cj-willys-jeep-full-roll-cage-kit-cj2-cj2a-free-shipping.html)
-Power Steering Conversion
-Rear mounted gas tank from a postal Jeep, to get it out of the cab
-Suspension is Rubicon Express 2.5″ Wrangler Leaf springs(longer and wider than stock, better ride)
-Fiberglass Body = No Rust
-Has a new NOS BestTop Tiger Top
-35″ Super Swamper Truxxus M/T tires (like new) on alloy wheels
What it needs:
-The roll cage needs to be finished. It is prebent, just needs welding.
-The electrical harness is out of 60s CJ5. The taillights and turn signals (included) need to be connected.
-Paint it the color of your choice.
Looking for $6800 or interesting diesel/crew cab trades.”
http://burlington.craigslist.org/cto/5003026587.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** was $8500.
Sure, it’s in good shape, but I don’t think the market will support the price.
“1977 right hand drive custom mail Jeep. Truck was given a complete makeover just a little over a year ago. Plumb Crazy Purple with painted hotrod flames. Interior was completely bedlined and dodge caravan seats added for comfort. All new rubber on all windows with tint and new windshield. Body was completely blasted to bare metal. New brakes all around and a gm power booster added. This does have the favorable inline 6 and automatic transmission. Great around town cruiser. Max speed is 55mph. Fun and affordable custom hotrod to enjoy. Please feel free to call or text with any questions. Asking price is $8500 or best offer.”
This might have a mb/gpw body.
“I have a willys jeep for sale . It has 4 brand new tires on it also have 4 spare tires, has a brand new carb. on top of a buick V6 with headers 2inch lift. brand new gas tank . new master cylinder for brakes. needs new brake lines . runs very good will climb a tree . gun racks tow bar . is a lot of fun in the sagebrush ,or just hunting”
http://klamath.craigslist.org/cto/4974151390.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,750.
It’s in good shape, though not in original condition. A gas inlet has been added, the tool indents are missing, no combat rims, and more.
“Fully restored, 12 volt system…the real deal with serial number!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
(04/27/2015) The driver’s side has some rust under the tool indents.
“1943 Ford Jeep Military project, comes with extra wheels and tires”
No pics provided.
“1946 ORIGINAL CJ2A THE FIRST CIVILIAN JEEP PRODUCTION…. VERY LOW MILES AND ORIGINAL ENGINE IN PERFECT CONDITION. ONLY THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN UPGRADED TO DISC IN THE FRONT FOR SAFETY”
UPDATE: Was $2500. **Status Unknown**
(03/08/2015) Looks like it is missing the front seats. Benton City isn’t far from me. No description provided.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2900
(02/16/2015) Has a variety of updates.
“1950 willys jeep cj3a , ford 260 v8 , stock trans and transfercase , power steering , runs good , clean title , current registration , needs a little work”
<– Day 18 – Wed. Apr. 29th: Power Wagons & Pecans | TRIP OVERVIEW | Day 20 – Fri. May 1st: Luckenbach, Texas –>
Our welcome to Uncorked’s Bed and Breakfast
We didn’t have much driving to do today, but we still managed to use up the time we had.
Thursday morning we met with Texas Justice, or more accurately with the Justice of the Peace in Llano County (the name is pronounced ‘lah-no’). Normally, we get hauled into court, but this time we went of our own volition to meet with Brian Alexander. Brian’s been interested in jeeps since he was a kid working at his uncle’s camp, a long stone’s throw from downtown Llano. He remembered the camp owning an early column shift CJ-2A, but then they switched over to floor-shift models.
Eventually Brian moved to Odessa, where he enjoyed a career in law enforcement, before moving back to Llano and winning election and re-elections as Justice of the Peace. Along the way Brian, always a military buff, got involved in reenactments and WWII history. For years Brian was interested in owning a jeep, but the stars didn’t align until a 1951 CJ-3A fell into his lap. It needed some work, so he’s been rebuilding it. The project is nearly done. When finished, he plans on selling it and getting what he’d really like, an MB or GPW (well, and a M-38, and a M-38a1 — why just have one, right?).
Brian seems to have a good knack for details, so I suspect that once he buys an MB or GPW, he’ll end up restoring it, because not having the correct steering wheel or some other detail will gnaw on him until he has it right (Brian, that’s my prediction 🙂 ).
We had a real nice time talking with Brian about jeeps and about his interests beyond four-wheel-drive, so we thank him for his time. Also, Ann and I need to apologize to the people of Llano County for bringing the wheels of justice to a halt at least for a couple hours Thursday morning.
Downtown square in Llano
Another shot of the square.
The deer sign represents the fact that Llano County is the deer hunting capital of Texas,
I wrote up an article last month on how to identify VEC CJ-2As. It’s a general starter guide for people unsure of how to tell the difference between an early 2A and a later one. Or put more accurately, they are the strategies I use.
http://sellajeep.com/articles/vec-cj2a/vec-cj2a-identify.html
Naturally, after completing and sending said essay to Mark Smith, I subsequently learned that the VEC body issue is even more complicated than I understood it to be. The reason has to do with Willys-Overland’s knack for randomly (probably random anyway) installing some early jeeps with tool-indent bodies, while using non-tool-indent bodies on other jeeps. The assemblers probably just used what bodies they had on hand. That’s why it is also important to track the body’s ACM number. Sean explains to we-who-thought-we-knew-what-we-were-talking-about the issue here: http://www.ewillys.com/2015/04/21/1946-cj-2a-springfield-mo-2950/#comments.
Yeah, I would have loved this as a kid. Seth forwarded it.
“Here is a great vintage action set by Remco. This is called Mighty Mike Action Set “776”. The kit includes all pieces and includes the motorized Mighty Mike “jeep” vehicle. There is also the camper top and the top used for the tow truck. This toy is in great vintage condition. The box is in good condition with one tear on one side of the lid and the top of the box is a little pushed in. This is a great vintage toy!”
View all the information on eBay
<– Day 17 –Tue. Apr. 28th: Dr. Peppers & Texas Rangers | TRIP OVERVIEW | Day 19 – Thu. Apr. 30th: Texas Justice, Pacific War, & a Comfy Bed –>
Talking about jeeps and life with Lee (left) and his father Sam (right).
Great day yesterday that started with a question mark … Would Paul Cook respond to my request to see his Power Wagons before we passed Kempner on our way to San Saba. I had contacted him at the last minute, so I wasn’t assured he was available. Since we had nothing else planned, we just went with the flow and hoped Texas would surprise us with something.
Around 11am we were driving south toward Temple, Texas, when I saw a sign for Buc-ee’s. Then I looked across the freeway and saw a giant beaver head with lots of triangle flags, which I believe is the international symbol for ‘Hey, we’ve just opened so come over and take a look!’. I asked Ann if she knew what a Buc-ee’s was. She didn’t. I didn’t either, but told her we were going to find out! So, we took the exit and drove across the freeway for our first ever Buc-ee’s experience.
You really have to see a Buc-ee’s to believe it. HUGE!
Our jaws dropped as we pulled into the massive parking lot. This was supposed to be a gas station/convenience store, but it was enormous. It was so big it seemed like it took an hour just to circle all 112 fuel pumps (yes, we counted them). As many of you know, Ann and I have been through many states in the last few years, but this Texas-sized gas stop was the biggest one, by far, that we’d ever seen. We were even more surprised to learn this was the 35th store.
I’m just one of the many nuts in the store.
That’s a LOT Of picked eggs. I picked up a jar.
According to one website, ‘Fearless Fred’ patrolled the rough and tumble world of Shirley, Long Island, New York, in wagon during the 1950s. I only have the one photo of him and his patrol jeep.
http://spoonercentral.com/SpotlightPhotos/Fred.html
UPDATE: Seth noted that was for sale back in 2012. He also reports it sold, though the Craigslist ad is still up and listing it at $3000.
Blaine forwarded this rare Wagoneer motorhome.
“Engine Runs and is 230 cu inch 6 Cylinder… 3 Speed Tranny, 4 Wheel Drive, Drive Train Good Condition, can use little repair around the doors, Floor is medium to good condition..
Needs Clutch Slave Cylinder and Master Cylinder… Plumbing and Heating Needs Work….”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
It has a rear PTO. That’s one odd roll bar.
“Runs great”
There could be some value here. The paint job is odd. It runs.
“This jeep is a barn find but it is still in good condition and it does run.”
http://southbend.craigslist.org/cto/5002049696.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2600.
Seller encountered a title issue. Now just wanting to sell it.
“1951 Willys Jeep M38
Lots of original features, could be returned to original. Data plates, glove box, wide mouth gas tank, flip forward grill, black out lights, lift points, tow loop, light switch, radio port?, shovel indents
5 chrome spoke wheels with excellent BFG a/t radial tires 235/75/15
rancho suspension – springs and shocks
has a bent leaf on passenger front
Has a top in fair shape
windshield is not cracked
has a tow bar for a 2″ ball on the front
set up for 2″ receiver front and rear – great for a cradle winch
Set up 12 volt with an alternater – need wiring
no lights work
original flathead 4 cylinder engine runs and has decent power but smokes a little
original 3 speed transmission and 2 speed transfer case -there is a broken synchro in tran and it won’t go into 3rd gear -this is a very easy trans to work on, rebuild guides and parts easy to find online
wow are you still reading. ..longest post ever for me…
No title…No title
it sucks i know… i bought it with out a title thinking i could get it done… not gonna happen
there was a title the Vin was wrong, it was transferred to a second buyer he never titled it , it has been purged by the state…
Thus it needs bonded Vin searched and verified
not gonna happen. ..no title
great jeep, rare, runs and drives”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000
There is still work to complete on it. It’s a mix of parts.
“This is a 1942 Jeep MB/GPW. I have been working on this restoration over the last couple of years. I am only selling it because I would like some extra money to put down on a house. If it doesn’t sell this week I will keep it.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600
Might be some value here.
“I bought this to restore 10 years ago and never built a garage to do it in. It was a complete Jeep when I bought it and I disassembled to restore. I have no desire to put it back together. It has very little rust and will be an easy restore. All parts are still there as I haven’t moved them since tearing it down. Would consider things that go boom on trade also. It has no title.”
No pics provided. Glenn spotted this one.
“For Sale red 1947 CJ2A Jeep. In good condition. It is not a show Jeep… its a survivor. Lots of original parts as well as some Bubba modifications. It can be driven as is. I have two parts jeeps come with the jeep. Parts Jeeps are 1946 and in very rough shape… not complete! Pictures to follow… wanted to get this up while I was thinking of it. Divorce is forcing me to get rid of a very dear toy… I will miss it.”
UPDATE: **SOLD**
It has a PTO and an engine. There is some possibility of some parts value here.
“Willys Jeep pickup. Has motor, transmission, transfer case, axles, and PTO on back. Has a useable tailgate.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Doesn’t seem to be a whole lot of value.
“I have for sale a 1946 willys jeep it is all there except the motor it does come with a transmission and transfer case the frame has not been cut up or other thing welded to it needs to be restored or just put together you can put what ever motor you want in it I do have another original flathead motor that I can sell for 300.00 extra ive never herd it run but it does turn over easily does have a title I also have many other jeep parts and a couple other jeeps also this jeep would make a good project for restoration or rock crawler project.”
