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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: **SOLD** Was $500.
“Jeep has no engine, 4 wheels and tires attached. NO title, parts jeep only. Additional parts included. Please text or call before 8 pm pleas”
As you might have noticed recently, eWillys was offline. This was as much a surprise to me as it was to everyone else.
What happened? Last Wednesday eWillys’ web server stopped functioning correctly. When rebooted the server would function correctly for a minute or two, before becoming overwhelmed. Successive reboots proved useless.
What caused the problem? We still don’t know. After fiddling around with the server, we (meaning the McDonagh Brothers .. not much I could do) determined that the web server ran fine if it was not allowed to communicate with the wilds of the internet. What we concluded was that something might have been injected onto the server that was feeding back onto the web, consuming the resources of the web server. But, truthfully, we don’t know, because it didn’t work long enough to dissect.
The solution? After discussing the problem, I learned the McDonagh’s had built a cloud platform and were moving clients to it. I made the call to move eWillys to their cloud sooner than planned and move it onto the latest installation of a clean version of WordPress.
Why did that take 5 days? The problem was that they were already in the middle of moving other clients, so I needed to wait. While we waited, they tried restarting the server from time-to-time, but the same thing kept happening.
So, the good news is that eWillys is now on a faster platform. And, the move would have occurred anyway, so we have that out of the way!
UPDATES: During the downtime I created the code for a couple updates (which I still need to install). One is a bit of code that auto-marks post older than 6 months.
The second changes the way eWillys functions. When you click on a post’s comment or title link from the front page, a new browser tab will open. I am hoping this reduces the need to jump back and forth between the front page and individual posts. I will get that pertinent files installed in the next day or two.
Paul really seems serious about finishing his jeep! Below he shares photos and updates:
All sidewall and top upholstery panels have been installed so I began cutting foam for the front seats.
Still waiting on the carpet for the rear wheel well tops, the rear floor and the front seat footwell areas.
Here you’re looking at the rear window panel and the left rear wheel well. I think the gray fabric and the stainless steel look pretty good together.
I’m looking forward to getting the seats upholstered. The gray and blue seat colors should add a bit of color to the interior.
Front seats reinstalled, the foam is rough cut and the combination of thick foam for the bottom and thin foam for the back will allow enough room for me to reach all of the controls and still see out the windshield. The side windows are another matter. I should have Sumo-sized my Willys.
This article about DJ-3A Dispatchers appeared in the April 1956 issue of Willys News.
I don’t remember ever publishing these two ads.
“Original 1946 Willys Jeep For Business or Farm, the 4 in 1 ‘Jeep’ Does More Jobs…Tougher Jobs versatile 4-wheel drive ad. 2 pages. Please use the enlarge and zoom features to get a good look at the details.”
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Only one of the story’s three pages is shown.
“ORIGINAL 3-page, magazine story
(consists of 2 full pages plus two half columns of text on 3rd page
Always original magazine pages…
never duplicates or reproductions of any kind
Approximate size: 8.5″x11.5″ (each page)
Condition: Excellent”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9500
Looks solid.
“1958 CJ-3B. Body tub is in great shape – it appears that a previous owner pulled the tub and replaced floor pans and so tub and frame are in great shape. Paint is ok but not perfect (crack in paint on left quarter panel and nickel sized paint flake on right quarter panel, various other nicks). I replaced transmission with new one ordered from Kaiser Willys. I also added new Warn premium locker hubs, did substantial brake work (two drums, shoes, a wheel cylinder, etc) and rebuilt steering arm. I believe motor to be original and it starts right off and runs great. My mechanic looked at clutch when we replaced transmission and he said it looks quite new. Mileage could not be verified by prior owner, so no guess as to accuracy. Horn is missing as is emergency brake cable and handle (drum and shoes appear to be in good shape).”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
The truck has an unusual tow package.
“Willy’s jeep for sale. – Originally from the state of Wyoming. The wagon has a cover, winch, high lift jack, and like new tires. Ran when parked. Engine turns over.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.
“I have a 1946 Willys cj2a. 134ci overhead valve engine that runs good with no smoke. Carburetor was recently rebuilt and all bushings are tight, cooling system is in good shape it holds water, body is mostly solid for its age, some rust under the gas tank and under the passenger seat. Will sell with or without the title. Looking to sell or trade. Interested in old motorcycles or scooters, firearms, or maybe something else.”
UPDATE: Was $6500. **SOLD**
(10/08/2014) “This Classic Antique 1959 Willys Wagon 4X4 SUV is up for sale. This truck runs good and is in pretty good shape but it does need a little body work, paint, a new head liner and possibly a carb rebuild. It has the 6-226 Super Hurricane Flat Head Motor. I have the kaiserwillys catalog which carries everything these vehicles need or they have an online site as well: kaiserwillys.com”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Appears in good shape.
“Buyer pay for shipping. Contact me for pictures. Also open for trade. Suv pickup truck Family mini van vw bus. No bike no boat no jet ski. Thanks for looking. ”
UPDATE: Was for trade. **SOLD**
Can’t tell if it runs or not.
“Looking to trade my 46 cm2a for an old mopar. What do you have?”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3950.
Probably has the F-head motor.
“With a little TLC this 1946 CJ2A will be a fun ride and Car Show ready. It needs some work but it runs and has very little rust.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Runs and drives.
“Not exactly sure of the year. it does run and drive. needs interior”
Can’t tell much from the photo, but there’s been a few mods.
“To many new parts to list. Runs great!”
http://batonrouge.craigslist.org/cto/4713244690.html
Runs and drives.
“This Jeep is in great original condition, unmolested complete and ready for restoring to perfect condition. It has a rebuilt flathead motor that runs excellent, locking hubs and two new tires. It also has two spare motors for parts. It comes with a tow bar ready for transport.”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4705600755.html
This looks to be a CJ-2A chassis with a M-38 body and a MB/GPW windshield. That’s my best guess.
“1948 Jeep willys clear title about 80% rust free from California..new gas tank, new lights and turn signals, some extra parts motor just rebuilt $2k have receipt please no trades need to sell”
http://dayton.craigslist.org/cto/4709025802.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $100
If this were closer, I’d snap it up in a heartbeat.
“Old Sku wench. 8000 pound wench.Its a Bellview or a early warn. This is a power in only.The mounting bracket not exact fit but with some new holes and your mad skills it would be mounted up before lunch! Your buddy gets stuck in the ditch, you have 8000 A pound wench on your macho boy truck. Just hook up and pull yourself in with him.”
Both are projects. Looks like the 3A includes a half top.
“CJ2 and Wagon, one price, or negotiate separately. Both complete, and both titled. Both at restoration project start stage.”
http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/4714627946.html
Seller has listed this at $100, but that might just be a random figure. It’s a mix of GPW and CJ-2A parts.
“’43(?) Ford GPW parting out. This project is just going to be to big for me. Bought it as a CJ2A but have just found out that it is a Ford GPW. Frame serial number was ground off for an engine support. Have tub (very ruff shape), frame and axels (JC2A not PGW axels). Looking at cutting it up and taking to the scrapers. So let me know if you need anything off of it.”
http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/pts/4713938848.html
No drive train.
“1947 Willys Rolling body. Good shape. IA title with brass dash plaques / vin tag. 1200.00 offer ”
http://quadcities.craigslist.org/cto/4713490062.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,500
(09/16/2014) Has a new body.
“Getting ready to move and considering selling my CJ2a. She has been a great toy and I wouldn’t consider selling her if I wasn’t moving. BRAND NEW tires and rims. All fluids changed recently. New front seats. BRAND NEW top. All lights work. Lock out hubs. 4×4 works as it should. Horn works, gauges work, electrical work. Heater works great. Jeep has been a solid running jeep and has never let me down. Looking for $12,500 or best reasonable offer. I don’t have to sell it, just seeing if somebody else would enjoy it as much as I have. Thanks!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000
“have a new 46 cj2. frame off restoration. new 134- 4 cyl eng. new carb,gear reduction starter,electronic ign.,delco alternator,roll cage with bikini top, 2 sets of wheels & tires,16 in wheels with like new tires,all new brakes& cylinders, new U-joints front to back., painted ome 46 willy’s green.”
UPDATE:Price dropped to $1850.
“I have a 1947 willys cj2a jeep with army tires and a electric wench with a flat head 4 cylinder engine that runs good. Great hunting or mountain riding machine . this jeep is drivable and runs good.
And please leave a message as I DO NOT TEXT. I can send pictures with cell phone if You call me. DONT PASS THIS UP TO OWN A PIECE OF HISTORY IN JEEPS“
UPDATE: Still Available
(08/14/2014) Needs a little work, but looks solid. Has a few updates.
“1949 Willies Jeep Very Little rust– V8 327 –lock out front hubs
needs very little work.. a brake wheel cylinder ..? and exhaust..has new mufflers just need put on
$3250 OBO.? trades for ? possable”
http://wichita.craigslist.org/cto/4705923797.html
