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The April 1956 Willys News contains the story below about a Willys Truck that was transformed, using a purpose-built body, into a motor home.
Roberto’s developing these cards. He writes, “These cards have drawings of several jeep models: Size: 15cms. x 12 cms. (5,30″ x . 4,30″). They will be for sale soon.” Contact Roberto through his website: http://www.robertoflores.com.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Last year one of these was sold in segments. I bought one of those segments and I’ve seen some of the others. It’s a rare, pretty interesting book.
“This Product Merchandising Manual was made by Willys Motors Inc and Willys-Overland Export Corporation. This Has a Dated Price List 1955. The Original Binder is in OK Condition ,I Will Never Say Perfect.
I Noticed a Few Sections Missing ,,IE Wrecker , PTO Equipment , Sprayers ,Maybe Those Sections Went To Different Dealers.”
Here’s a neat vintage pin. No idea how old it is. Anyone know?
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Naturally she’s driving a GPW. While Willys produced their jeeps in Toledo, Ford produced there jeeps at multiple locations, including Richmond, California.
“1943 Press Photo Bessie Harris drives jeep at Richmand Ford Plant”
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UPDATE: Was $2000. Status Unknown.
Thanks to Doug for sharing this one. The motor is stuck. The brochure is likely rare.
“RERE STRUCK BEEP Garden Tractor with Snow Blade. Rust free and the nicest body you will ever find. Have all parts motor stuck. Have the book for it.”
UPDATE: Was $7500. **Status Unknown**
“Rare and interesting Foward Control Willys 1 ton truck with a 9′ cargo box. Inline six “Hurricane” engine and T-98 four-speed trans. 5:38 gear ratio 4 x 4 + Hi-Low transfer case and PTO winch. Said to be an ex-government truck.
Truck has been restored by an unknown party but appears to be a frame-off. Everything is redone top to bottom. Frame and running gear are clean and freshly painted. Interior is amazing, with fresh vinyl everywhere and even a complete headliner. Needs new door seals. (Available). Has new floor mats. New tires on coated rims. New gas tank. Must have been a ton of money spent on this.
Over $2000. in recent work by me with complete new brakes and tune-up, carb rebuild, etc. Has new electric wiper system that works perfectly. The body is very sraight and I can’t find a hint of rust anywhere, but there was a problem with paint prep, and the new paint is coming off. Will need prep and paint to be perfect.”
UPDATE: Pics now provided. Price dropped to $1350. Has an extended rear.
“46 WILLYS HAS GODEVIL MOTOR , ORIGINAL MOTOR , AND DRIVE TRAIN. MOTOR HAS NEW STARTER,PLUGS ,DIST.CAP ,AND ROTOR . 12 VOLT SWAPED, I HAVE CARB REBUILD KIT .DOES NOT RUN YET . BUT EVERY THIG MOVES FREE INC. DRIVE TRAIN GEAR BOXS .GREAT PARTS TRUCK OR RESTO PROJECT .ORIG. TAG STILL ON ”DASH”“
http://albany.craigslist.org/cto/4707115983.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4400.
Has a rear PTO. Looks solid.
“Willis CJ2A Jeep. Perfect for hunting or just driving around town. Engine,Transmission,and Differencial are all in good working condition. Mud and snow tires show very little ware. 4 Wheel drive with low and high range. Original PTO outlet through the back bumper. Lights and horn are Operational. Spare tire mounted on right rear fender. New gas tank and battery. Body is in good condition. 12volt wiring though out. Ready to go.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500
If it runs and drives, it appears worth a look.
“1948 Willy CJ2A with Snow Plow. Original flathead 4 cyl. Engine. Great for pushing snow in the mountains or Hunting or Just Plain Fun!”
Appears to have a GPW front crossmember. The body has been hacked.
“1945 jeep Military willies, no trades, no low ballers, c cash only please call if you have any question or like to see more pictures”
http://flagstaff.craigslist.org/cto/4712693879.html
The body has had some work.
“1947 Willys Jeep CJ-2A
Runs and drives
L-Head Motor
3-speed, no PTO
New tires 29.5″ x 8.5″ R15 InterCo TSL
New front breaks
New 6V generator
New 6V voltage regulator
New plugs, wires, cap, rotor and condenser”
http://newhaven.craigslist.org/cto/4705227301.html
UPDATE **SOLD** Was $3900.
Has some updates.
“1950 Willys Cj3a, 60’s Buick Nailhead 255ci V6, electronic ignition, new battery and starter, fresh tune up, full roll cage, 4 speed trans with the rare Warn overdrive option, runs great! Brand new Bestop Tigertop ($850) soft top and doors. $3900 obo”
Runs, but needs work.
“1946 willys cj2a for sale. It runs but needs work. Great project and comes with tow bar. I am selling due to a divorce and need it gone ASAP. It has the original engine and is 100% original with all the serial numbers and name plates.”
http://rmn.craigslist.org/cto/4712311526.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
Runs and drives.
“1975 Jeep. Was a US Mail Jeep made by AM General corp. reliable inline 6cyl gas engine,3 spd 727 torque flight auto trans and posi rearend. 4×2. less than 60,000 miles.Solid Runner, tires have real good tread but are weather cracked .”
Runs, but needs battery.
“1954 willys cj3b mostly original. Runs but needs battery and minor electrical.”
http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/4711728230.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
Looks solid.
“Why buy a Rhino when you can have a V8??? 1982 Mail Jeep with a Chevy 302 V8 – Automatic Transmission – Runs Great! Fun Car!! Comes with Tow Bar!! Great Vehicle to Tow Behind your Motorhome!! I will consider a Trade let me know what you have!!”
No pics provided. Must purchase all three.
“3 Jeeps ~ 1-WWII 2-CJ2A ~ All 3 need restorations and are missing many parts. Extra engine and frame included. There are enough parts to build at least 1 Jeep, WWII tub, original and repairable. Delivery possible at additional cost. Will not split the 3 Jeep package up.”
http://goldcountry.craigslist.org/pts/4710611183.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Unclear whether it runs or not.
“clean, good running willy’s with pto winch! Top in picture does not fit this jeep but goes with it if wanted! asking 2500.00 obo”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Hook up a battery and this is supposed to run.
“I’m selling this for my father. it’s a Forward Control 150 front and rear dana 44 axles with factory 5.88 gears, 3 speed manual 4×4 locking front hubs. he bought it to plow and now uses something else so this rare Willys just sits. put a battery in it and a starter and use it as is or restore it or turn it into a trail rig. the cab corners are rotted but if you turn it into a trail rig you’ll want to cut those put to fit bigger tires. these are very rare if you can find one in better shape running and driving with a title buy it but good luck. anyway price is $1500 but may entertain serious offers plow comes with for the right offer. might trade for something 4×4 but other offers considered.”
Has a rear PTO setup. I don’t see a rear gearbox.
“For sale is an early 1949 Willys CJ-3A Jeep. First line of production in 1949. It has the original engine, .030, # 3J20935. Original Transmission, Tranfer Case and PTO, rear drive type, not for forward winch.
There is a body tag; #;19387 on the firewall just below the Serial # tag that was only used on very early production CJ-3A Jeeps.
Engine and maybe transmission will need to be re-built. Radiator looks good. Will have clear title.
This is a restoration project.”
http://tulsa.craigslist.org/cto/4707169054.html
No pics provided.
“!953 Jeep Willys CJ-3B High Hood, must see! Great for a serious Jeep Builder. Call for more details.”
Good news. The site is back up! Explanation on what happened to come ….
I haven’t had a chance to add posts from the recent few days, but this photo is from the April 1956 issue of Willys News. This CJ-3B certainly has an unusual crew setup!
Most folks don’t remember the movie the Conquerer, starring John Wayne and Susan Hayward. It was a Ghenghis Khan theme-movie, as it was a huge bust. The Conqueror movie was filmed in Utah locations such as Snow Canyon, St. George, Harrisburg, Warner Valley, and Hurricane during a 13-week stretch in 1954-1955 (source).
Unfortunately, what the movie is best known for is the unusually high percentage of deaths of the crew from cancer. The crew used some high powered fans to blow sands to simulate rough conditions. A documentary I watched suggested that disturbing the sand might have exacerbated the potential exposure to radiated materials.
You can read more in this article from People magazine: http://www.people.com/people/archive/article/0,,20077825,00.html
UPDATE: Here’s another rare book for sale.
“Ayers, Peggy Griffin; The Little Jeep
GLENDALE, CA, 1942
Published by GRIFFIN PATTERSON PUBLISHING
illustrations songs
Binding: PAPER BACK WHITE
Size: 6.25X8.75
22 Pages
Topic: Children’s books
Overall Condition is: FAIR
previous owner markings (rear blank cover child drawings), BOOK incorrectly bound all pages present some pages upside down, front and back cover staining and some missing pieces, front cover has crease on corners, over all browning, aged staining, spine tattered and missing some pieces,
REF#:065829”
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Trader Wooly and the Ghost in the Colonel’s Jeep is one of three books written by Tom Townsend. I’ve not read the book. According to his website, the series is “about army dependents growing up and going to middle school in West Germany. Trader and his friends seem to be getting in and out of trouble a lot. The books are historical fiction full of adventure.”
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