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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 $1500
“Willy’s Jeeps for sale or trade 46-cja2, 51-cja2, cja3, The 46 and 51 has good titles in my name the cj3a has no title. The 51 has a engine,trans,transfer case. The other 2 do not. I bought all three to build one good one. I want to sale or trade all three together. Asking $1500 or trade of equal value.”
No pics provided.
“1946 army jeep not running but will run with little tinkering looks good, has good nj title comes with 416 jeep trailer, a steel for both at $4500 or will seperate, selling due to illness, sorry i have no pictures, please reply with your phone number i will get back to you, thanks for looking”
UPDATE: Status Unknown.
I think the top is my favorite part, though it is showing its age. The seat covers are unique, too.
“Selling this for my father since he is no longer able to drive. This was purchased from the military (Letterkenny Army Depot) in the late 1940s. It has 53,000 ORIGINAL MILES. Has now been started for 3-4 years. The photos were taken about 18 months ago. The tires are all flat but as far as the rest of the jeep goes, it pretty much looks like the photos. Call for more information and a history on the jeep.”
<– Day 25 – Apr. 13th: Port Why-Knee-Me | OVERVIEW | Day 27 – Apr. 15th: Strolling Monterey –>
Henry is looking toward the coast on our way from Paso Robles to Highway 1.
Today’s goal was to drive Highway 1 north to Monterey, California.
Today we drove from Arroyo Grande – Pismo Beach area to Monterey.
We started off this morning with a quick visit to Pismo Beach to say we’d been there and done that. One thing we didn’t do was give into the temptation for some pastries from Old West Cinnamon Rolls, though my mouth sure watered as we passed their store front.
Pismo Beach pier.
After a short walk on the Pismo Beach pier, we drove north to Paso Robles to visit the highly recommended Pioneer Museum. When we arrived, I discovered that I hadn’t read the fine print; it was only opened Thursday through Sunday. Still, there were a few exhibits outside, so we entertained ourselves for a little while.
The front of the Pioneer Museum. Me wondering how I missed the fact that the museum is only opened from Thursday-Sunday
Ann took the news of the museum’s closure pretty well. I only stayed in jail for a little while.
I got a little worried when she found this witch’s pot and began uttering the words “Double Double Toil and Trouble“.
If you travel anywhere along the coast you are likely to run across signs with bells for El Camino Real, one of the early roads through California. Bells were added along the route at the turn of the 19th century.
<– Day 24 – Apr. 12th: Dan’s FCs and The Lost Romanian | OVERVIEW | Day 26 – Apr. 14th: Gorditas Make Me Sleepy –>
Dinner off of Hwy 1 overlooking the Pacific Ocean. After all the craziness of the northern LA traffic, we found a peaceful spot for some dinner with a postcard-perfect view.
Our first objective on Sunday was to grab a bagel at the Old New York Deli & Bakery Company in Newberry Park, California. I’d spotted the bagelry when it delivered some bagels for an event at the Hampton Inn where we stayed Saturday night. They looked so good, that I made the bagel place a must stop. Thankfully, the bagels didn’t disappoint. They were chewy and tasty. If you are in the area, give them a try.
A map of our trip from Thousand Oaks to Pismo Beach.
From Newberry Park, we drove to Port Hueneme to visit the new Seabees museum. If are like me, you are unsure how to pronounce the name of that Port. I learned it is pronounced Port Why-Knee-Me, named for a local tribe. Again, Hueneme = Why-Knee-Me
On the way to the museum we encountered this terrible fire. Ann determined it had been a medical building (we pulled up to a gas station to fill up while watching the action).
We put the fire behind us and soon arrived at the new Seabee museum. Unlike the old location (which is the only address we had), the new address does not require access to the Naval Base, making it less of a hassle for non-military visitors to visit the museum. It’s very easy to spot the museum by the large “Seabee” out front:
You can see Henry parked in the background.
The beautiful new building apparently replaced some leaky, smaller buildings. The entrance sure looked welcoming:
Inside the building is a spacious lobby where a change in exhibits was in progress:
This was a creative use of landing grates:
There were several rooms that shared the history of the Navy’s civil engineering program. One question we had was how did the Seabee’s originate and get their name? The answer involved the problem of civil engineers fighting in a war.
http://www.weirdca.com/location.php?location=197
UPDATE: Tom from ROAM reported (see comments) that this camper FC was a custom installation. He noted that the camper was unsalvageable, so they felt it was a good candidate for something unique. Tom plans to do a post about the camper in the future.
Here’s what it looked like when they bought it:
Here’s the completed project:
Follow the whole build here: http://roamauto.com/1960-willys-jeep-forward-control-fc170-build/
UPDATE: **SOLD** It sold @ Barrett Jackson for $1100!
Looks good.
“For Sale 1947 Willys CJ2-A. 58,000 miles on original four-cylinder engine. Complete body restoration and new paint. Padded roll bar, bikini top. Runs Great.”
http://boise.craigslist.org/cto/4421080552.html
Looks like a good price.
“1942 Flat fender, with a 1947 Willy’s body. Small block Ford V-8. Full top, half doors and summer top. Extra parts go with it. $2500.00 or best offer.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/cto/4420823850.html
Nice looking wagon. You have to write the seller to learn more.
“1950 Willys Wagon body on a fully boxed 1961 Jeep wagon frame with Dana 44 axles, Saginaw steering, Quadra Trac transfer case, TH 400 transmission and a 355 C.I. Chevy engine. The 1971 Chev. truck engine is mildly massaged with Edelbrock components. Some other new parts are: Griffin aluminum radiator; Perma Cool electric fan; 18 circuit wiring kit; Dakota Digital Dash; Vintage Air; Heater/Defroster; and Electric Wiper Motor. Asking $10,500.00. If interested, send name, address and phone number to: Rufous at 617 E. 11th Street, Apt. B5, Wabasha, MN 55981.”
http://rmn.craigslist.org/cto/4419687895.html
Here’s a customized Texas hunter.
“Clean Tx title from 1967. I believe this jeep has never been plated or driven on any highways due to title it was owned by a ranch. No tail lights. Starts right up every time. Original 4 cylinder.”
http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/4421185736.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
Appears worth a look.
“this is a 1948 jeep that is in excellent condition and runs great.
has 4 cyl. motor and has a 3 speed transmission with overdrive”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
This has a few changes (windshield, gas inlet, tailgate among others).
“Selling my 1944 Army Jeep
Original 4 cylinder flathead engine
Original 3-speed trans with functioning 4×4
This Jeep runs and drives well
All original Stewart Warner guages
Newer tires and wheels
This Jeep is great for driving, hunting, fishing or desert running”
This militarized CJ-2A looks solid.
“1947 Willis Jeep. Excellent condition. Runs good. Full top. Trailer extra. $7500 Firm.”
http://wilmington.craigslist.org/clt/4421349353.html
No prices provided. The CJ-2A is listed as a 1948, but it is a column shift and has a 1946 grille.
“Old cars and jeeps that need to be sold or sent to the junk yard.
Pictures are available –
1. 1948 Willy’s CJ2A, shifts on the column and 4 wheel drive. – What do think? Restoration or parts.
2. 1950 Willys CJ series,
3. 1976 CJ5, 3 speed with 4 wheel drive, 258 straight six, old Meyers Snow plow, lift and assorted items.
4. 1976 CJ7, Automatic, with 4 wheel drive, 304 V-8, old Meyers Snow plow, lift and assorted items.
For more information and photos, please – e-mail me.Thanks, Tim”
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/cto/4418929232.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500
Runs and drives.
“61 high top jeep runs and drives needs tlc comes with full soft top and bikini the pictures make the jeep look a little better then in person call or email anytime with any question”
UPDATE: Was $4000. **Status Unknown**
(04/14/2014) Looks solid, though the rims (incorrect) could standing replacing.
“1949 jeep Willys. Totally rebuilt, new paint, newly rebuilt motor, new seats, rhino
Lined floor. No title bill of sale only. Need gone for new project. 4000 or best offer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3200
(12/06/2012) The top looks good. The steps have been repaired and modified.
“1953 willys cj3b, 134 fhead, pto winch, 4×4”
Been sitting for a while.
“Willys CJ Jeep 283 3spd 4X4 soft top, body very rusty, frame rusty but useable, engine runs great- (Dec 2013) brake master cylinder stuck, gas tank rusty. Bucket seats out of an early mustang, very nice 8×15 white spoke rims. Has been sitting in shed for 20 years, TITLE in hand. Email with town you are from, also phone number and best time to call.
DO NOT need help selling, NO bull shit offers.”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/cto/4414149516.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6900.
Rust has been patched with fiberglass.
“VINTAGE ***1951***WILLYS JEEP
If you are looking for a Jeep that is mechanically sound, dependable and a lot of fun this may be it. Is mostly original except it is painted and has decals as a military jeep just for fun. The seats were recovered by the previous owner. The vehicle is for fun and for farm or ranch or a hunting lease use. And, it is EMP proof.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was listed at $2800.
It’s a partially completed project.
“World War 2 1943 Willys MB military jeep, frame down restoration sand blasted and painted frame, all new brake system, all new steering system, new seals bearings and slafts in axles, original body is a little rough new tires runs great drives even better. i have run out of steam on this project.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2150.
(04/27/2014) This doesn’t run and needs some parts.
“1952 Willys M38 Jeep – $2150 firm. Clear title, with soft and hard tops, original data plates with serial numbers, etc. still intact. Tires and soft top weathered. This would be a great renovation project. Was used as daily vehicle over 20 yrs ago until new vehicle was purchased and has been parked since then, anticipating a renovation. Not original engine. Currently not running, needs seats, tires and a lot of TLC”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
There appears to be some value here.
“looking to sell my cj2a willys jeep, no time to finish this project, still turned over the last time I worked on it. Needs a lot to get road worth but a fun toy to have when done, perfect for on the farm or off road enthusiast.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1395
Listed as a 1945, the serial number (and other factors) suggest this is a 1946.
“Willy’s Jeep CJ2A 1945. Original 4 cylinder flathead engine. Recent machine shop overhaul, holds 90 psi. (To buy a rebuilt costs about $2150). Good original windshield. 12 volt electric system. Fresh rebuilt starter. New 12 volt battery. New fuel pump. Carburetor rebuilt. Starts and runs good. Body tub rusted through in places. Original seat frames. It’s now running on a temporary fuel tank. Has extra wide 16″ rims and tires – okay to get around on. Make a great little vehicle to knock about the ranch with or make a fun restoration project. I have the title signed and ready to go…would consider delivering. $1395/OBO”
