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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 .
The 22nd Annual Midwest Willys Reunion will be taking place May 16-18, 2014, in Hudson, Ohio, this year. This year’s Banquet Speaker will be Paul Barry, of Willys America.
Learn more about the reunion here: http://www.midwestwillysreunion.org/smwwr14.htm
The rubber coating on the canvas in the ad was pliable to 50 degrees below zero, water and fire proof.
“This ad is from a large format magazine such as Life, Saturday Evening Post, Colliers etc and measures approximately 10.5″ x 14″”
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I assume this story is about Ben Carlin and Half Safe. Wonder of Wonder was a kids magazine.
“World Of Wonder Magazine No. 190 November 1973 – Across the Atlantic in a Jeep!”
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UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**
This is a neat brochure. It sold on Friday for $31. Learn more about Hotchkiss jeeps.
“Description: Original 1950’s French Hotchkiss Willys Jeep dealership sales brochure is in near mint condition. It measures 3 1/2″ x 5 7/8″ and folds open to 5 7/8″ x 7″ and is in French. Combine with others I am listing and ship multiple for the price of one.”
Priced at $80, you can make a lower offer. View all the information on ebay
OR
Bid on this version starting at $18.95: View all the information on ebay
**SOLD** Was listed at $8000.
This looks like a real nice build.
“406 sbc, MSD distributor and ignition box, TH400 3000 stall converter, 4.27 gears, 11,000 miles on build. Custom hand built rear bumper, heater is integrated with roll cage for defrosting windshield, trans cooler mounted on frame underneath. 33×12.50×15 Cooper Discoverer tires mounted on Eagle alloys. Dana 44/30 differentials, Rancho steering stabilizer and sway bar in front.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $11,500.
Dan spotted this nice Maverick.
“1962 Willys Station Wagon, @66,000 miles. Is about 75% restored. The vehicle is nearly all original. You just can not find one like this. The pictures show the vehicle when purchased and updated. I am asking $11,500.00 or best offer. If your interested please contact me and I will set up a time to show the Willys. Please note if you are not serious do not bother me. So please only interested buyers. Will be glad to talk to you over the phone.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1350
“ive got a 1947 willys CJ2A jeep restoration project. i started on it but don’t have the time or the money to finsh and dont see myself having it anytime soon. ive done the frame and engine so far, the engine is a stong running V6 with fresh oil change and oil filter, brand new spark plugs, ignition coil, and external resistor with cold start switch. Headers and glaspacks. could start it for you if you brought some gas. original transmission with PTO, it has a winch that hooks up to it. it has lots of parts, 2 hoods, rear seat, roll bar, soft top bars but no top. the body needs work, its not the worst ive seen but the floor has rusted out in some spots. your not gonna find much better condition restore jeeps like this. im selling for $1350 OBO,”
No pics. Seller has a flat head crankshaft that has just been machined. He just wants to get some money back.
“****CRANKSHAFT ONLY*****
I have a crankshaft from a 1953 Willys jeep pickup. It is from a 134 L engine.
Machine work is done both rod and main are 10 over.
There is surface rust on the threads for the balancer, the end poked through bag while stored, but no rust anywhere else. rust should clean right off with a wire brush.
This was for a project that was abandoned and its the only part that I still have.
Make an offer, I have seen these on e-bay but I don’t want near that kind of money, just would like to get some of the machine shop bill back.”
No pics provided.
“i have a 1947 willys jeep cj2a for sale with a ford 289 out of a gt350 mustang!!! this this freaking fly’s i had started the restoration process but had to stop because i lost my job. looking to get 5k out of it since i have close to 12k in to it. have all necessary parts and more email me for more info willing to trade.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.
(11/30/2013) This crazy contraption looks sort of like a lengthened CJ-3B, but it is even stranger than that.
“Willys car chassis with motor and. tranny. 800 also has radiator and two original wheels. Also have homemade body to fit. 800 for body . Very cool project whether u decide to go original willys or stick with the new body 1300 ad is or best offer”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $900
Brian forwarded an ad for a Supercharger. It is $900. I don’t if it is a VS-57 or not though.
“Orginal super charger for willys 226 hurricane. Complete with brackets,belt tensioner,supercharger,carburator housing and carb. This unit is off 1957 willys pickup. I have a lot of other willys parts engine,drive train,axles ect.”
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UPDATE: Still Available
“Nice copy of Mechanics manual for a VS-57 supercharger as fitted to Studebakers, Fords and Willys. 26 pages of text and diagrams. Great for restorations.”
http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/pts/4278182615.html
UPDATE: Was $3000. **SOLD**
(09/13/2013) It’s mostly stock with a M-38 windshield. Might be worth a look.
“Original owner. Engine completely rebuilt. Runs perfect. Needs top and seat covers.”
What goes better together than Lions and Jeeps, right? Apparently the Lion Country Safari founders agreed. I’d never heard of the parks until I ran across this ebay photo showing a child sitting in a Zebra striped M-38A1:
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Curious about the park, I dug through the interweb for more info. According to Wikipedia, the company provided drive-through park experiences. They were started in “1967 by a group of South African and British entrepreneurs who wished to provide a safari experience for families who would not normally be able to experience it. The park originally exhibited only lions. The original South Florida park is the only one remaining in operation. Lion Country Safari previously operated parks in Irvine, California (1970–1984);Grand Prairie, Texas (1971–1992); Stockbridge, Georgia; Mason, Ohio (1974–1993) and Doswell, Virginia (1974–1993); all of them subsequently closed.”
Given the sign above mentions “Laguna Hills” at the bottom, I think it is safe to assume this is the Irvine, California, park. Here are photos of the Laguna Hills park when it was running, here are additional photos, and before/after photos of the park after its demise. I found two more photos of the jeep above lead me to believe it was especially for photos:
This photo shows Terri Tolliver posing on the jeep for Western Photo Magazine (Neither a search for Terri nor a search for Western Photo Magazine yielded any results). An 8×10 of the photo is for sale on eBay:
As mentioned earlier, the park in Florida still exists. It has been voted one of the top ten zoos by The Weather Channel (do they know zoos?) and received other accolades. It even has (or had?) some jeeps, but they look like they are only for the kids, as this flickr photo from 2009 demonstrates:
Mom sent this video. What other use is their for old Barbie Jeeps?
I just spotted this vintage card, so I got it for Ann. Or maybe, I’ll give it to her, so she can give it to me? Somehow, I’ll make sure she is happy and I get the card!
This is a comic book cover. Was on eBay.
“DEBBI’S DATES #5 ORIGINAL COVER ART COLOR GUIDE/PAINTING, 1970’S, BASEBALL JEEP
Great thrills highlights this must have piece of COVER ART…from the 1970’S and DC comics this is the ORIGINAL COVER COLOR GUIDE to DEBBI’S DATES #5……..This is the ORIGINAL COLOR WORK FOR THE COVER, done by the COLORIST…a truly important part of the comic making process…IT CANT BE IN BLACK AND WHITE….here is the work done by the COLORIST with COLOR NOTATIONS so the PRINTERS know how to finalize the color schemes!!!……Approx size is 7″ by 10 1/4″, in nice shape!……….. ONE OF A KIND — their importance and collectibility has become well known!!!…GET THIS GREAT PIECE OF ORIGINAL PRODUCTION ART WHILE YOU CAN!!!…….a super cool piece for any collection!!!”
LIke Gorllias, Jeeps and Jaguars, then you’ll love this unusual original art for a comic magazine.
“This is the original art for page 5 of Laugh Comics #140 (1962 / Archie Comics). This art for a Jaguar superhero story was penciled by John Giunta. This is large size art (art area about 12″ x 18″), in nice, clean shape. There’s some very minor use of whiteout in and around some word balloons.”
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This 24 page Willys Brochure has lots of great images in it. This version doesn’t appear too often.
“Original non color catalog , 8.5 x 11 , 24 pages , rusty staples , shows a variety of Jeep models , also vehicles in use in various situations , etc.”
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Leland spotted these early warn hubs are just up the road from me.
“Fourth in a lifetime opportunity to own the original Warn freewheeling hub. Removed from 1948 Jeep cj. Complete with inner sleeve, inner bearings all complete and not warn out. no holes or rust, light dings and scratches exceptional for sixty plus years”
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This rare book is for sale on eBay
“Jeeps over the Pacific
Yasuo Ohtsuka
White&Black Photo, 183 Page, English
30cmx21cm,
12″x8.5″
Super Clean Books,”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
This looks like a good project.
“Jeep does not run. Motor and tranny are not frozen. 100% original. All there with only surface rust. PTO Winch. Great project for someone with more time than me.”
The price appears good on this wagon.
“This 1953 Willys Station Wagon runs perfect with all mechanical updated and complete. Chevy 350 4 speed, tilt hood. 4 wheels like a rock crawler and cruises like a hot rod, and is ready for the interior. All new glass, and tires are about 70%. Termination of a LTR has changed plans for me to finish it so help yourself, gonna be hard to find another one this nice of condition, truly a must see. Call Steve @303-549-3954 or email. Trades considered.”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4280433063.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
It looks like a M-38 body on a 2A chassis.
“1948 willy runs good original engine drive train. 4 wheel drive works good 4 cyl. 3 speed with military tires in great condition. good seats with back seat new top with new doors that never been installed.”
Given the price, this might be worth a look.
“1959 Willy’s CJ-5, 134-F engine
Runs good, needs brakes worked on, no title”
http://asheville.craigslist.org/cto/4279485067.html
