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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.
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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 .
Roger shared this Youtube video by RowdyWelder who shares how he rebuilt the badly damaged front frames rails on this old jeep.
One of the tools I acquired a few months ago to work on my cage was a metal chop saw. After doing some research, I settled on the Evolution chop saw, as it had a bunch of good reviews. I found the best price through the manufacturer site itself: Currently it is priced at $379.99
A couple days ago I finally had time to pull it out of its box and give it a test on a piece of angle iron. Holy Smokes! It cut right through the mild steel angle iron, faster than I expected. I don’t know how long the blade will last, but this tool will sure come in handy! It sure beats a hacksaw!!!
I should note that I am just reporting on my experience. I have no association with Evolution nor do I receive anything for promoting this product.
Tom spotted this jeep. This could be a good price.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/617076966888721/
“Runs and drives . Has oil leak. needs tires call or text [hidden information] $$ 3800 firm Needs restored will not respond to is this available no trade”
Tom shared this sign for sale.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1776312639422359
“49 1/2″x 13 1/2″x 8″ 1 original Willys dealership flickering flashing sign”
Something a little different.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/5264736583632814/
“I have a 47 Willy’s gasser drag truck. It has a big block 455 with a turbo 400 and a ford 9 inch. Truck runs and drives good and it street legal. Engine is mildly built and transmission has a shift kit. Truck is very reliable.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $11,000.
(11/09/2022) This has some mods. The engine might be stock.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1296606044506209
“53 CJ3 3 speed 4×4 4 cylinder Super fun to drive custom paint clean interior Rag top Roll cage Too much to list”
Looks in great shape, though too bad the driver’s side (which is on the right) has had the body cut. Note that this is a right hand drive jeep with an automatic transmission (probably Borg Warner).
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/544350960881370
“1965 Jeep DJ-5. Frame off Restoration. Starts up, runs and drives. Slight smell of antifreeze when running. Not a CJ-5. Right hand drive. 2wd. Automatic. Ryno Lined Floor. Have Pink Slip. Owned by the same family for the past 30 years”
This updated delivery sedan looks in good shape. The “smog check” image is just a wrap.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/541993654218527
“350 crate motor 400 trans Rust free very rare . 4 link rear suspension coil overs front . Fresh paint and upholstery. Just installed the wrap smog sign.”
This appears to have an overdrive, along with the Koenig hardtop (and some mods).
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1367477173786589
“1951 Willy jeep $2500 obo NO TRADES Does not turn on Has a 350 small block Great project ”
UPDATE: Now on Facebook. Was on eBay.
(08/01/2022) Bill forwarded this project Austin champ.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/5442688349193746
“British military vehicle Austin Champ, 1958, 4 x 4 jeep, 4-cylinder Rolls Royce engine with additional engine, 5-speed transmission, right hand drive, 24V system, fold out windshield, located in California, price does not include shipping”
My guess is that this is a 2A, though it is listed as a 1944. It looks like the front bumper and gussets have been removed. It looks to have an early 2A grille.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1346314002864796
“A good project car with a solid frame and engine, needs some maintenance and cosmetic work, asking 2000 obo”
Rolling chassis.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/456487049616662
“Has chevy suspension swapped into it at one time it had a SBC in it and was raced no motor as Is 1500obo”
Both are projects.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/557309569478809
“For sale both jeeps together. 1948 has original motor two-wheel drive. 1950 has straight 6 motor with 4-wheel drive. Great project trucks! have purchased some parts. Have titles for both.”
Unclear how much value is here. Still plenty of work left on this project.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/679121023654279
“True barn find 1949 Jeep Jeepster, all of the hard work has been done. Paint is done and engine is rebuilt and all there. Just need to be put back together. Asking $4500.00. Clean pink in hand.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5265.
(12/04/2022) Does the f-head run?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/462052196001921
“Lots of new parts. New: gas tank, fuel lines, sending unit,fuel pump, carb. Brake shoes,lines, t fittings master cylinder. Muffler, Exhaust. Motor mounts. Rear springs, shocks,spring bushings. Front seals,u joints. All original parts removed we’re saved. Oil bath intake”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $6500.
(11/18/2022) The price may be a placeholder given this doesn’t run.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1330813397667614
“Just got a new title for it runs great Have the windshield but it has no glass Not highway worthy so bring trailer New key New rad hose New fuel pump Shoot me an offer”
Mike shared this photo of a jeep turned present with Santa. It’s not one I can remember seeing. I hope you all have. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
UPDATE II: **Status Unknown** Was priced at $9450.
“1949 Cj3a fire truck one of a kind built by factory for fire protection then used by ambulance service runs and drives some work done”
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This Willys Overland Christmas song was performed by Ms. Ellie Stewart and sponsored by https://www.thejeepsterman.com/. According to the information, The Epic Willys Adventure folks & Jeep Hunters Productions were also involved.
UPDATE: Merry Christmas everyone. Here’s photo Christmas throwback to a post originally published March 20, 2011.
Originally found via Photography News website and courtesy of the Australian War Memorial come these four photographs that capture Santas, Christmas, the Holidays and Jeeps.
1. This photo is from Japan (original link to source no longer works)
ITSUKUSHIMA, JAPAN. 1946-12-20. DURING THE CHRISTMAS ACTIVITIES ORGANISED BY 116TH AUSTRALIAN CONSTRUCTION DEPOT, BCOF, AT MIYAJIMA SCHOOL SANTA CLAUS ARRIVES BY JEEP. ON THE FRONT OF THE JEEP, INSCRIBED IN JAPANESE, ARE THE WORDS “MERRY CHRISTMAS”. LEFT TO RIGHT: VX150376 DRIVER A. R. DAVIS, EUROA, VIC (1); SX34345 PRIVATE M. P. BURGESS, NORWOOD, SA (2); NX196391 PRIVATE C. R. ANSELL, WILLOUGHBY, NSW (3).
2. Here is a photo from New Guinea (original link to source no longer works).
Ramu Valley, New Guinea. 1943-12-25. NX103434 Captain F. D. Smith, dressed as Father Christmas, arriving at one of the wards of the main dressing station, 2/6th Australian Field Ambulance, in a jungle cart (Thompson Stretcher), drawn by a jeep, to distribute Christmas presents to the patients. Identified personnel are: SX28258 Private E. J. Cummings (2); TX5952 Private R. G. Viney (6), and Corporal R. Roessler (7).
3. This image is from Korea: (original link to source no longer works)
Santa Claus arrives at the Christmas party given by the 1st Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment (1RAR), to two hundred Korean children from villages near the Gallipoli camp. Santa found some straggling guests on the way to the party and gave them a lift in his sleigh, the fire chief’s bright red jeep. An unidentified soldier is sitting in the back of the jeep with the children.
4. Here is another image from Korea: (original link to source no longer works)
Unidentified members of either the 2nd or 3rd Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment (2RAR or 3RAR), gather at a jeep which has carried Santa Claus to their camp in Korea. The jeep has been decorated with branches of Christmas (pine) tree and has two large loudspeakers attached to the front.
UPDATE: Originally published February 17, 2015, it now looks like these vehicles are no longer produced. Jim notes that Fermel is no longer in business.
After publishing the post about the Union Mine Jeeps, Marc found a website that features new ones. A South African company called Fermel makes four different utility vehicles. The webpage for each jeep includes a video of each respective jeep.
1. Mini UV Emergency Vehicle: A light utility vehicle with permanent 4 wheel drive and a maximum payload capacity of 1500 kg. Built on a unique Meccano Type chassis
Features Include :
Blue Flashing Light , Siren , Roller bed & locking point for stretcher , Lockable cabinet , Overhead oxygen bottle rock , Drip hooks, Defibrilator carring points , Rubberlined rear , Fabric Lattice tailgate , Foam cushions , Flourescent lights at rear.
2. MIni UV LDV: Categorized as a light utility vehicle, the MINI UV LDV is a 2 seater, 1500 kg payload capacity underground machine. The loadbay is ideally suited for materials transportation. The vehicle features permanent 4 Wheel Drive , a unique meccano type chassis and wet multi disc brakes inboard axles. Load area for carrying general materials.
3. Mini UV LWB: A permanent 4 Wheel Drive , light utility transporter with a payload capability of 1000 kg. A seating capacity of 4-6 passengers. Built on a unique meccano type mining chassis , the MINI UV is a mining vehicle designed for use in harsh operating conditions. The vehicle is equipped with a DEUTZ 4 cylinder air-cooled motor , COMII , EPA II Emission compliance and wet-multi disc. Service and failsafe service inboard axles.
4. Mini UV SWB: A permanent 4 Wheel Drive , light utility transporter with a payload capability of 1000 kg. A seating capacity of 4-6 passengers. Built on a unique meccano type mining chassis , the MINI UV is a mining vehicle designed for use in harsh operating conditions. The vehicle is equipped with a DEUTZ 4 cylinder air-cooled motor , COMII , EPA II Emission compliance and wet-multi disc. Service and failsafe service inboard axles.
This is unique.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/664625055450452
“1942-1945 military CJ-2A style rocking jeep custom made by High Desert wood workers association. One of six made. We gave one to our sponsor Lowes of Apple valley, and the rest went to call for life for kids for Christmas gifts as well as 24 doll carriages we made. We would like to sell this one asking price is 425 or a reasonable offer. It does rock and is painted with Sherwin Williams paint and all hand made by the members of our wood club. Please message us or text at [hidden information]. Would make a great collector item and or a gift. Located in Apple Valley, CA may consider trades.”
Many updates and a flathead V8 on this new/old school rebuild.
https://eastnc.craigslist.org/cto/d/winterville-1946-willys-cj2a-jeep-built/7569992213.html
“1946 Willys CJ2A Hotrod Ratrod Jeep
Classic CJ2A body and chassis with upgrades for trail performance and modern-ish convenience, 100% road legal, with clean NC title.
Body: Vintage 1946 CJ2A, various repaired areas and patch panels, structure is ¾”x1- ½” x .080” wall rectangle tubing, poly body mounts, vintage hood with heat scoops, vintage front fenders and grille, vintage windshield with original glass and PA state inspection sticker from 1979, full paint with Rustoleum Gloss Army Green (easy touch-up after trail contact), 2” body lift, clearanced rear wheel openings
Frame: Vintage CJ2A with gussets, new spring perches, 6-point roll cage with rock sliders, custom transmission cross member, cross bars, and rear underbody winch mount
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This is a project with 2A and M-38 parts.
https://columbia.craigslist.org/pts/d/lexington-1946-jeep-willys-cj2a/7569754632.html
“1946 Willys CJ2a
This is a franked jeep project,
not for the purists
M38 tub and fenders, windshield frame
Buick V6, T90/Dana 18
Dana 41 rear axle, Dana 25 front
The project is not done, needs someone to finish it.
Upgraded suspension to 76-83 CJ5 stock springs
Rebuilt transmission and Tcase
Buick 225 V6, bottom end was clean, resealed it. Heads were rebuilt
HEI ignition
Power steering
Upgraded master cylinder to dual circuit MC
Front drum brakes are 11” drums, rebuilt
All new brakes lines
All new fuel lines
Brand new tires
New seat cushions and upholstery
Advanced adapters chain linkage upgrade for clutch
New Gauges
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.
Maybe this will interest folks.
“46 CJ2A complete body for sale. Should be fully restorable. I was going to restore but, time has moved me in a different direction. Grill, hood, frt fenders and tailgate in good condition. Tub needs work but, fixable. I have 2 windshields buyer gets choice. $1200.00
Also have tranny needs rebuild been sitting outside. PTO tail on it. 100.00”
