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UPDATE: Was $8000. **SOLD**
(10/25/2014) Great condition?
“1962 Mighty Mite all aluminum Army jeep, collectors item. only 3900 made, great condition $8k”
I found a DJ-5 for sale (see below) that had a Safari-Kar data plate. I did some research to learn more about these vehicles.
Safari-Kar International was a company from Woodruff Avenue in San Bernardino, California, that purchased, restored, and resold postal jeeps. It was launched in 1993. Don’t confuse it with a weird car by the same name called the SafariKar.
As best as I can learn, the company sold remanufactured DJs and two different kits. One to swap the steering and chop and modify the back half and another for soft top kits. At their height they remanufactured around 30 jeeps a month. They also signed up twelve independent manufactures.
By 1995 the company ran into a legal problem. They were reselling the vehicles with a new odometer as a modern vehicle. But, by doing so the law dictated the ‘kars’ had to meet modern safety regulations. (you can read an entire article about the company in a 1995 article from Automotive news (also archived at the bottom of this page).
Four Wheeler Magazine may have reported on this modification in a 1993-1994 article, but I have yet to confirm that. They did reference a DJ in a later Cheap Jeep article, but with no mention of a soft top.
Here are a few links:
Here is one Safari-Kar for sale: 1995 DJ-5 Safari-Kar Jeep Flower Mound, TX $6500.
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/4760795466.html
AMC 1976 CLASSIC JEEP
Up for sale is a one of a kind classic 1976 Jeep
Year: 1976
Transmission: Auto
Model: Safari
Price: $5,000 firm Will not take a penny less was asking $6,000 reduced for quick sale .
If not sold by this weekend will be trading for a small cabin.
Miles: ONLY 28,000 on rebuilt motor
Rebuilt transmission
Clear Texas title
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UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $9500.
(10/10/2014) It doesn’t have the column shift, but does have other early elements. It is #11653.
“Ive got to sell my beautiful 1945 Willys CJ2A to make room for my side by side. Original 4 cal 6V civilian model 1st year they were built. It has been in car shows and paradise and also around the hills around Mesquite. Green with yellow wheels was the original color, pretty wild for 1945. It will take you about anywhere you want to go and always puts a smile on everybody’s face. A lot of fun and in great shape”
UPDATE:**SOLD** Was $24,000
Has matching numbers.
“One is a 1942 WW2 Jeep. It is Model GPW built by Ford and identical in every way to the Willys Model MB. Both Ford and Willys shared the WW2 production of 500,000 Jeeps almost equally. Ford had a policy of identifying virtually all of their parts including Bolts with the Ford script “F”. Because of this, a complete and original GPW will usually sell for a higher price than the comparable Willys. My GPW is serial number 10,100. Simply stated this is a very early WW2 Jeep and the 10,100th Jeep produced of a total Ford production of approximately 250,000 Jeeps. It was completed on March 25, 1942. The date is engraved on the original Ford data plate on the Glove box door.
The body, floors and all metal are in excellent condition. There is no rust. The Jeep has been garaged since I’ve owned it. Have Top/bows.
The engine is original and is engraved GPW 10,100 on the block. The Frame is also engraved GPW 10,100.
The Jeep cranks and starts like it should. It is a good driver as well.
The Jeep has a gun mount for a 30 cal Browning MG. I have the Browning MG which is made from a Browning parts kit. It is correct in appearance, size and weight. The guts of the MG have been modified so the MG will not fire. The MG is not a Live gun. It is for display.”
UPDATE: **Sold** Was $6000.
Eric spotted this good-priced M-151.
“1971 Army AMC Jeep built for the Vietnam war, recommissioned for Desert Storm. Only 32,144 miles runs great, great condition inside and out. More info, pics, test drive etc available upon request.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1600.
The engine runs.
“Old Jeep I call Rusty. A little to good to scrap out and not quite good enough for high dollar restoration. When I got her the plugs were broken and rusted in place so I pulled the head and removed them and cleaned up the head. Inspected engine and it looked in great condition. Reinstalled head with new plugs. Then found out starter was no good. Gave up on fixing starter and got new one only to find out ring gear had teeth missing. Pulled engine replaced ring gear and put new clutch kit in while I was at it. Put engine back in, pulled shift tower on transmission and inspected gears. All good. Changed fluids twice in transmission and transfer case. Shifts good now. Hooked up my jumper box and and after 30+ years, engine started right up. The carburetor needs a complete rebuild so I have to choke it to make it run. Engine has excellent compression and vacuum. Pretty good old Jeep. Will need hat channel and some floor work. It will also need a fuel tank, brake work and a windshield. Has great patina. This old Jeep came from the Warren, Arkansas area where it has been in an old shed for years. I have a video of engine running, so I’ll send it to an email address, just let me know. It’s sold with bill of sale only.”
UPDATE: *SOLD* Was listed at $2700.
(07/28/2014) Looks like the floor is patched a little, but may be worth a look at this price.
“1946 cj2a jeep willy got the jeep last year runs and drives but had a bent frame . I bought a nother frame no time to put back together. Have all parts but will need to be put back together. Great winter project. Looking for ???“
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
No info provided. Looks like it has value.
Doesn’t appear too bad.
“Looking to get rid of this cj 7 1945 willy’s jeep body. Not in the greatest shape but could be used for parts. Also have windshield and front fenders. A hood as well. Make an offer ”
http://fortwayne.craigslist.org/pts/4796584909.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
It’s a project with lots of new parts.
“1948 Willys Jeep project. All steel new body. New wheels, tires and brakes. Lots of parts, some spares. Engine, transmission, transfer case and axles all assembled. Lots of new parts too numerous to mention,”
UPDATE: **SOLD ** Was $750
“I’ve got a running 1946 willys flat fender jeep for sale. Tittle in hand Very little rust and it does run just needs a battery. I had it running and driving a few months ago but it never had working brakes. $750 obo or trades for? Pics don’t show the wind shield or the other fender but I have both.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $450
(05/21/2014) There might be some value here.
“Good for restoration or parts. Tub is repairable but rough. Last ran 10 yrs ago. New fenders and windshield frame included.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(10/31/2014) Runs and drives.
“1954 Jeep CJ-3b 4 wd
Not a museum piece but a very nice CJ3b.
Solid, absolutely undamaged, rust-free frame. Rust in the body has been removed and/or treated. Everything possible original that could be repaired and saved has been. I believe in retaining every bit of original content possible.
Original engine, runs great.
Extremely original content CJ3b with high degree of original, working, parts. Still has the original tailgate chains, gauges (working), rear view mirror, seat frames (new correct, cushions), all five original rims,
radiator, engine, trans, windshield (perfect), windshield latches, vacuum wiper motor (works), parking brake system (works), dash data plate, original, working, heater.
Many new bits, all wiring replaced, electrical converted to 12 volts with new alternator,
entire brake system replaced including lines. Entire fuel system replaced from gas tank to the carburetor. New carburetor, fuel pump, lines, and tank.
You don’t have to fight all the sixty year-old rusted fasteners. I have done that. Almost every fastener has been removed, rust treated or replaced, oiled, and reinstalled.
You don’t have to treat the rust, seal the tight areas with 3m 8115, or fill all the pinholes I have done that.
Of course there is still more to do if you like wrenching your own, it’s an old Jeep.
South Carolina title in my name. Cash only, no trades.”
http://columbia.craigslist.org/cto/4768080109.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6800.
(11/20/2014) Includes a rear PTO.
“This is a 1947 Willy’s Jeep with a factory installed PTO in the back. All original parts.. It starts right up and drives like a charm. This Jeep is registered as an antique vehicle in Texas. I received this baby due to a loss of someone close.. and just having it in my possession is hard for me to handle. I don’t know much about this vehicle, but I do know that I have never seen another 1947 Will’s Jeep in the condition as this one.. I’m not needing to get rid of it I just wanted to see what other creative items are out there.. I am located in Garland, Tx but this vehicle is located in Arkansas.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
(11/19/2014) Runs and drives.
“This is a rare Dj5 mail jeep with a AMC 232 and 727-TF tranny.
Truck runs real well, everything is original and in good condition with some rust but it has a ton of potential. I am just putting it out there to see what I can get.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4000.
(12/18/2013) This appears solid.
“Rare 1971 CJ-6. 80% restored. New tie rods, complete new brake system, new gas tank, fuel lines and fuel pump, new wiring harness (when I got it , it had the original wiring with a lot of extras wiring that had been added over the years from previous owners) , 2 extras front fenders, a new transfer case rebuild kit for it’s original Dana 18 transfer case, more. I bought it because it is so rare and we wanted an older Jeep from the early 70’s. I drove it for about 6 months before starting to fix it up. I came across a CJ5 that I loved and decided to let this one go. It still needs a little work before it could be painted and it would be a heck of a jeep that many people don’t have. The V6 motor and transmission all are in good shape. All it needs is the final finishes on the wiring harness, the transfer case rebuilt, tires and paint.”
http://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/4782513219.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(11/07/2014) Powered by an f-head. Includes an overdrive.
“Genuine WWII Jeep. Not all stock/original. Still has appearance of the original though. Basically a farmer/hunter jeep. Been loved for years (since 1980) by my family. Move to smaller home motivates sale.
Some particulars:
Stock chassis, steering and suspension
Hurricane F-head 4 cylinder engine
T90 3speed transmission
D18 Transfercase
Overdrive
D44 rear axle
5.38 gears
Etcettera”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4796107507.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(09/08/2013) “It has 33″ tires, like new. It has roll bars, Chevy V8 and manual transmission with overdrive. Runs and drives good.”
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/cto/4798100072.html
The two-tone truck was front page news in the April 1956 issue of Willys News.
UPDATE: Sold on eBay for $26.00
“This auction consists of two items: a heavily illustrated 68-page Jeep Vehicle Catalog and Parts Price List number 12 dated January 1956 for a company called Jeep Service Dipl.Ing. E. Stahl & Co. in Vienna, Austria, AND a 12-page parts price list dated 1 January 1956 for the US Military Model MB jeep from the same firm. The smaller catalog is attached inside the front cover of the larger 6 x 8-¼ inch catalog.”
Unfortunately, the seller didn’t provide the entire photo in one shot. It felt like it was raining like that on Saturday on Long Island!
“Third Army Jeep in Flooded France WWII Dispatch Photo News Service
This is thin stock, put out by the Dispatch Photo News Service in New York during World War II. Measures roughly 10 3/4 x 12 1/2. Blank back.”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** were on eBay.
“RARE vintage CUTLAS self-lock hubs. 10 Spline. Should fit various flatfender Willys Jeeps: CJ-2A, CJ-3A, CJ-3B, MB, M-38. Also should fit early Scout and Ford GPW. Good used condition. Decent chrome, with a few minor nicks/dings (see photo #7). Includes a custom-fabricated aluminum bushing to replace a cracked nylon bushing in one hub (see photo #8). Please do your own research before bidding to make sure these will fit your application. Ready to install.”
The weekend is over and Kasia has returned to her ‘peeps’ at Fema Corps. On Saturday we braved the wind and rains for a trip to Roosevelt Field Mall. We did some shopping, then saw a movie (Interstellar – both liked it), and finally returned to Sea Cliff where we spent several hours talking. It was great!
Sunday morning we drove to the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City, NY. On the plus side there were some great interactive exhibits, some interesting photos and stories. and, of course, lots of airplanes. I also even found an MB that was being used as a gift-shop display prop, though the jeep looked mostly complete.
On the down side we were approached by an exuberant docent ready to share all the information he could about Charles Lindberg, the museum and more (and more and more and … well, you get the picture). And, he did have some interesting tidbits and stories, but after a while he was just too much. Several times we thanked him for his help, turned and walked away, but then the guy would follow us and start up again! Finally, we just started walking away and he gave up.
Here’s some pics from the museum starting with two more of the jeep:
A sign marking the beginning of Lindbergh’s flight to Paris near the entrance to the museum:
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In April of 1956 farmer Henry Miller purchased a second jeep, but this time he added a top to keep him warm.
