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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 $2500.
No pics provided.
“1949 jeep CJ2A runs and drives, has new tires, PTO winch, Tow bar, needs restoration, bill of sale only $2500 OBO”
Unclear how much value is here.
https://flint.craigslist.org/bar/d/fenton-1950-willys-jeepster/7572866623.html
“I have a rare 1950 willys six cylinder three on the tree fun ride 6500 or best or trade for suburban crew cab or something cool could add cash if it’s the right trade make me a offer what do ya have”
No pics and not much of a description.
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/for/d/new-bethlehem-jeeps/7578656055.html
“Willys Jeep parts from the smallest parts to the largest body parts. Let me know what you are looking for. All offers considered.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Were $600 and $400.
Looks go be value here.
“Up for sale are a Willys M38 engine $600. + a Willys MB Block $400 The M38 engine has the timing gear pulled off.
I have the Damper Pulley + Timing gear and cover. The MB is a block only. I have the crank and cam + oil pan for it.”
This is a project.
https://southcoast.craigslist.org/pts/d/foxboro-cj2a-project-jeep/7574351001.html
“This is a 1948 Jeep CJ2A. It is an unfinished project. It runs and yard drives.Needs brake work suspension work welding etc. It has a poor frame but comes with a good original CJ3A frame for replacement. Has new seats,water pump, fuel pump, ignition parts.Comes with a new master cyl. and has a clean Mass. Title.
Being sold as pictured. See pics. for information and condition and ask questions. Call or E-mail. No texts will be answered. Thanks”
Includes a variety of parts (see pics in ad).
https://vermont.craigslist.org/pts/d/williamsville-1948-willy-cj2a/7571534649.html
“1948 Willys cj2a project.comes with a rolling chassis a tub and fenders in good condition. Tub needs floor pans witch I have.Tons of share parts new and used. Also comes with two other CJ frames if you want them..”
These two items from the San Juan Scenic Jeep Trip business were on eBay, so I snagged them.
This postcards shows a FC Tour Jeep climbing a steep trail.
This tri-fold brochure is undated. It has some good photos and artwork. These first three images show the front side of the brochure.
This is the inside of the tri-fold:
Maury let me know that scans of a 1969 Jeep family brochure (Form 69-12) was posted to earlycj5.com page. There are three particularly interesting things to me about this brochure. Somehow, I never picked up a copy, so I found one on eBay.
1) The red CJ-5 shown with a couple “racing” it is a rare 462 model, perhaps it’s only appearance in a jeep-family-brochure;
2) the brochure doesn’t mentioned the model in the brochure; and
3) this jeep must have been part of a photo shoot (probably not really racing), because this brochure shows two photos of the same shoot and the 2018/2019 Dispatcher Magazine’s article on the 462 shows a third pic of the same jeep and couple.
Before the brochure, I’ll included the Dispatcher Magazine image:
Here is the full brochure as posted by Dave from the earlycj5.com website:
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/29/2022) Looks like a solid rebuild.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/455454159854890/
“1953 cj3a frame off restoration, completely freshly rebuilt engine with receipts new brakes all around new floor pans etc, too many new parts too list.runs perfectly, ready to go looking to get 14k , may negotiate realistic offers in person”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $9500.
(12/14/2023) It’s a project, but with a pretty good looking body.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/537657474905878
“1945 Willys MB – correct serial # range L Head 134 ci. 4 cylinder engine – Borg Warner T84 3 speed manual transmission – Dana 18 transfer case – Dana 25 front axle w/ 4.88 gears – Dana 27 Rear axle w/ 4.88 gears – All new correct reproduction dash/data plates and tags – original steel body with very minimal rust – was an eastern Colorado ranch Jeep most of its life. – I’ve had it for several years and it’s always been stored inside”
This looks in good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/879283356649389
“Willys cj2a frame with axles. Appears someone before me blasted and coated the frame. I’m not going to use it. Comes with stock axles also prepped and coated. Really good shape.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(10/01/2022) Here’s a modified FC-150.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/473443890838238
“This is a project truck, it does run with a Buick V6 in it. Clean Colorado title. It has the pto winch, a plow and all of the typical rust. As is. The first $6500 takes it home.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $10,000.
(12/24/2022) The body may not be from a CJ-2A and the grille isn’t from a 1946, so unclear how original this is.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1106176666726330
“1946 Willy’s Jeep CJ2A Beautiful old Jeep ready to cruise around and enjoy. Paint and restoration were done in the last year. Runs and drives great we just can’t enjoy it as much as it deserves. It does have the tailgate on it now I just don’t have any recent pictures of it on. Asking $10,500 and open to trades on other vehicles. Please no motorcycles.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2000.
(11/16/2022) Needs lots of work.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/588447756384499
“1946 Willys CJ2A. Needs restoration. I planned to restore this myself, but don’t have the time. Title in hand. Asking $3000.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Project or parts.
“62 170. No motor, transmission stuck. No title but can get 1 if you need it for more than parts. Price is obo.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(12/09/2022) Appears worth a look. Has some rust. There serial number postfix of 18728 puts this as a 1960, rather than the 1962 year that is listed.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/448475060665544
“Picked up this 1962 willys CJ6 Jeep over the Summer. For a number of reasons, this is a project I am unable to pursue. Odometer shows 8k, probably rolled over once. Has some rust and usuual jeep rot, but in pretty good shape considering. Jeep came from an airplane mechanic and appears to have a good base for a restoration. I was excited to see an original hard top, which I believe are pretty hard to come by. I’ve left the jeep in essentially the same condition I got it, which includes most of the old dudes tools and nik knacks. I think $4000 is a fair price, but feel free to shoot me an offer”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/07/2022) This has some mods, including what looks to be a rear tank.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/520485652996561
“Willys jeep. New brakes, new carb, new plug wires, new spark plugs, new starter, new alternator, new tires, new thermostat, new lug nuts and studs. This is a great hobby jeep for someone that loves classic jeeps! Still runs great and drivable!”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/16/2022) It’s hard to see the floor condition.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1303589937050318
“1947 jeep willy runs and drives”
UPDATE II: Another carrier to add to the list thanks to Jim. This was a Husky-built tire and jerry can carrier.
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UPDATED October 31, 2019: More Tire and Gas Can carriers have been added to this post.
1. Con-Ferr offered various options in it’s 1970 catalog. A few of the mounts were made and sold by Con-Ferr. The pages also include a Bestop Tire Mount and another example of a Kayline tire mount:
2. This page from the 1970s Brian Chucha Catalog provides additional pics of the Kayline and the Con-Ferr carrier options:
3. Best Top Tire carrier from the late 1970s catalog:
This photo was shared by Travis to Facebook. I assume it is a VW with a Jeep front clip.
These two negatives from 1945 might interest GPW collectors.
Bill shared this FC. Looks in good shape.
https://www.hemmings.com/auction/1959-jeep-fc150-center-city-mn-351323
“… Described as having undergone a cab- and bed-off restoration, with recent paint that’s said to be in very good shape, the Jeep has also reportedly received a new bed floor and hardware, and scored a win in its only car-show appearance to date…”
This truck is currently at $5800. Thanks to Bill for sharing.
https://www.hemmings.com/auction/1957-jeep-other-843526
“A 1957 Willys Jeep Flatbed with a flathead Super Hurricane six-cylinder is what’s offered here, for sale at no reserve. The New Hampshire-based vintage 4×4 was reportedly painted in 2020 and has a “rust-free” body, while the L-head Super Hurricane engine is said to be original, but in need of a tune-up. There are 65,754 miles on the odometer, but the seller notes it was non-functional for a while. The truck’s true mileage is unknown. “It’s time to pass this truck on to another old Jeep lover,” says the seller.”
UPDATE: Roger Jordan posted this rare photo of a DJ-6A concept vehicle on Facebook. It reminds me of the Dispatcher-100 and Sportif models, so I’ll add it to this page
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Originally posted April 8, 2019:
As most folks know, Brooks Stevens was instrumental in numerous production and concept car designs. One of the lesser known projects was, apparently, an offshoot of the DJ-3A 2WD line. There are four documented designs, two of which became concept vehicles.
The Dispatcher and the Sportif concept cars.
Link to Milwaukee Art Museum
Dispatcher 100: Derek Redmond published a slightly different version of this concept at the CJ-3B page. It’s titled the Dispatcher 100 (has an insignia with the name on the passenger door) and it may represent a slight update or next evolution of the “Dispatcher” above. The cover on the passenger side cowl suggests this might have been made from the later model DJ-3A body (which used the hole for a heater vent).
This year’s Willys Jeep Rally will be held June 2-3 2023 at its usual location in Houston Woods, College Corner, Ohio. Thanks to Russ for letting me know! You can learn more here: http://www.mw-willysjeep.com
