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I thought I would score this incredibly rare July 24, 1946, Willys-Overland Press Release packet for the ‘Jeep” Station Wagon so I could share its contents with everyone, but $302 wasn’t high enough (it sold for $308). So, congrats to the winner. I did win a few other cool items though.
It’s construction and elements is similar to the previous year’s CJ-2A Press Release packet, documented here: http://www.ewillys.com/tag/1945-07-21-press-release-kit/?orderby=date&order=ASC&more=1
The price ($99) is steep, but the photo is interesting. Anyone recognize those odd wheels?
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“Vintage Army Jeep Photograph Weird Prototype Tires
8 1/2 x 11″
I can not find another image like this anywhere/please advise
Rare
There is a reflection from my lights on the photograph”
This includes a rear PTO. The jeep is listed as a CJ-2A, but it looks like a 3A.
https://houston.craigslist.org/cto/7552358623.html
“Over the past 70 plus years, this super clean little Jeep has only been owned by two families. The Jeep is in super clean condition. It runs and drives as it should. Its super fun!
What really sets this Jeep apart from the rest is the rear mounted Power Take Off unit. These were ordered by farmers back in the day to run Buzz Saws, Pumps, Generators etc. The system is complete and works!
The Jeep also has an original Willys heater system. All the lights, wipers, horn etc. work! The original flat four cylinder engine had a recent valve job and new carburetor installed.
Comes with an original Service Manual and a file an inch thick of years of receipts etc. Located in San Antonio, always kept indoors. Comes with a clear Texas title. Thanks for looking!!!!!”
This appears solid.
https://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/ctd/7552179565.html
“Classic and rare Jeep! Only 37k original miles! 4wd 4 speed! Inline 4 cylinder with 75hp. This thing is a head turner! Clean title! Aftermarket radio and speakers!”
A long time reader, Allan has this project Empire Tractor for sale.
https://dubuque.craigslist.org/grd/d/cascade-price-reduced-vintage-empire/7545762849.html
“Price reduced from $975 to $775 to have this gone before I have to plow snow around it !…This is a vintage Empire tractor chassis built by the Empire Tractor Co. in New York after WWII. The Empire Tractor Co. decided to produce small farm tractors using readily available Willys Jeep engine, transmission and drivetrain parts from war surplus.
The tractor chassis is Serial Number 5826. It was built in Nov. 1947. This sale includes only what is shown in the pictures. You would need a Willys 134 cu. in. 4cyl. engine and transmission. The driveshaft is still there, as well as the rear axle. The PTO shaft and rear output is also included. The cowl and dash still has all the rare I.D. tags attached and legible.
This would be a good restoration project for someone who may already have a Willys drivetrain in an older, rusted out Jeep. This project would be a lot of work, but well worth it. I cannot physically do the type of work needed anymore, so I am offering it for sale.
We do have a forklift and loader tractor available to help with loading for the buyer.”
This Jeepster is listed at $13,000 here, but appears to actually be up for auction here: https://www.clasiq.com/auction/1948-willys-overland-jeepster/
There may be some value here.
https://brainerd.craigslist.org/cto/d/aldrich-1958-willys-jeep-cj5/7556180333.html
“958 Willys Jeep CJ5. Runs and drives. New shocks, tires, seats and all new electrical. Added electric fuel pump but carburetor still could use adjustment to get it to run a bit smoother. I’d love to keep it, but just don’t have the time to tinker with it. Title is in my name. $3500 obo”
No pics.
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/for/d/pittsburgh-1961-jeep-willys-jeep-no-rust/7556403142.html
“I HAVE A 1961 Willys Jeep WITH NO RUST AND WAS GARAGE KEPT”
Runs, but needs work of some kind.
https://boise.craigslist.org/cto/7547125533.html
“1951 Willys Jeep She runs, but she’s a project Jeep. I have new gauges, steering wheel, seats, battery, and tires. It has a hard top also. $6500 OBO”
UPDATE: Pics now available.
iNo pics, but it has a rear PTO. I can’t imagine there isn’t value here.
https://neworleans.craigslist.org/atq/d/new-sarpy-1953-cj3b-willis-jeep/7546929399.html
“Willis Jeep. Have some new parts. All original. F- Head engine. Rear PTO. Text for pics and information”
UPDATE: still Available.
The serial number indicates this is a 1950 CJ-3A. It’s unclear why the title lists it as a 1946. This has a Sears-branded Deluxe hardtop and EasyLok hubs.
https://rockford.craigslist.org/cto/d/caledonia-willys-jeep-1950-cj3a/7551364386.html
“CJ3A – 48114- which by numbers is a 53 yet title says 46. Restore started – frame has been POR, engine was gone through. Body very solid. The tool box top is gone and this is worst corroded part of floor. Has heater and all trans/transfer case are there inside the cab. L 134 engine. Steering box is shot. Tub has a repair to outer panel under passenger door you can see some rivets in the pic. Hardtop is all aluminum the brown material you see is old insulation falling off. Some Floor panels I can Facetime video for a real full inspection.
Possibly delivery/ meet half way. If you have a Jeep/Willys I would consider some trade towards a 65-69 Jeep.
I also can offer possibly delivery or a half way meet up for a reasonable price.
More pictures available on request.
Clean open Kansas title.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
Runs, but doesn’t shift into gear.
“If your looking at this add most likely you know a bit about these old jeeps and maybe even a bit about the Bantam trailer that goes with.
The Jeep runs but the transmission won’t go into gear, however it does roll so it’s not stuck in gear. It seems mostly original albeit some repairs done over the last 75 years. It needs attention at every point so it’s a good candidate for a restore I think. I’ve got a green title for it.
The trailer is an old Bantam with some repairs over the last 70+ years, new tires it appears but not title. Can issue a bill of sale if needed.
I’m keen to sell both as a combination but am willing to separate if one desires and the terms are agreeable.
If add is up I’ve got it, I’m wary of scammers.”
Unclear how much value is here.
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/d/sewickley-1947-willys-cj-2a/7554511926.html
“Two 1947 Jeep Willy’s
Frame and drivetrain complete on one
Second with body is missing engine parts
Aluminum hardtop available if price is right
Hardtop, rear window, doors”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3500. Tom notes this has an M-38 body.
(10/21/2022) It’s got an f-head and needs brakes.
https://littlerock.craigslist.org/cto/7552121018.html
“Jeep Willys cj2a, approximately 1947, runs smoothly, 4wd, needs brakes. Would make a nice farm vehicle or trail rider.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(02/27/2021) Pics now provided. Engine is out.
https://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/for/7552214977.html
“Willys Jeep, CJ2A, L134, 4 Cyl Flathead Engine, all Original, very sturdy, rust in parts but very restorable… I just don’t have the money to finish it… Right now I have the engine out, trying to Rebuild it.. It needs to get on the road again. Asking 4200.00, Jesse”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
Bill spotted this rare CJ-5/Camper for sell. It’s listed as a 1966, but that seems to be an error given the large grille lights, which made their appearance in 1969, as did the camper.
“Super rare jeep camper, original, needs engine and restoration, great project for someone who wants to rebuild and maybe make a tiny home that disconnects from the jeep”
This 1975 tri-fold brochure from San Juan Scenic Jeep Tours out of Ouray, Colorado, doesn’t show and FC Tour Jeeps, but it does have a wide photo that includes a Wagon Tour Jeep. Below the brochure is the front and back of a Scenic Jeep Tour postcard that features a wagon.
Here is the postcard I mentioned:
A few different people shared this jeep sign highlighting Roy Evan’s connection with the town of Bartow, Georgia. I didn’t know about the sign when we were in Georgia in 2018. We weren’t too far from it on our trip.
Roger Martin spotted this custom pull toy, though the build was also planning to add a cooler to it. Maybe someone else has a vision for it?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3383456678532607
“Custom made pull wagon. Holds two kids. Hood opens. Was planning to install a cooler in it. $400 obo No trades”
This looks like a very nice build.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/7549025299.html
“Custom 1946 Willys Jeep. Dana 44 front axle with air locker, Dana 66 rear end with air locker, power steering, automatic, GM 350 blue printed and balanced, front and rear disk brakes, compressor, Warn winch, CB. Comes set up with a tow bar and plug for pulling behind an RV or truck. Comes with soft doors and soft top.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $8000, partly because the trailer will be sold separately.
https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/pts/7550396547.html
“Selling my 1947 cj2a willys jeep
with all its extra parts
(tandem axle trailer sold separately )
All garage kept
Jeep is mechanical restored and daily-driver-able
It has a real wwii mb grille on it but i have the original willys grille and lights for it too.
Also have a dana 44 with 11” drums ready to go in
And a complete extra windshield but with a solid single piece of glass.
Jeep has 12v conversion, pertronix ignition, and disc brakes in front.
Otherwise it is totally stock.
Engine was previously rebuild and has great compression.
Steering, transmission, transfer case axles all in great shape.
Body is original with original dents and tool box floor rust.
Just did a mechanical restoration. I like it looking rugged.
Has almost new 7.50-16s
Trailer is a 7000 lb rated dual axle with electric brakes wood deck and new tires. Trailer is only about 3 years old.
Hauls this jeep beautifully
Located in Seattle
Seriously buyers only
Price is obo
UPDATE: Price dropped to $7200.
(02/20/2022) This fiberglass body may be the 3B Bobcat version. It’s got the wide brim in the back and the long steps. But, it is difficult to tell for sure.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/pts/7547239042.html
“1954 willys jeep. 351 Ford
C4 automatic transmission
Power steering
Lockers
Dana 44s
Air conditioning
Fiberglass tub
Asking ninety 5 hundred”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(10//02/2022) Appears in reasonable shape.
https://greatfalls.craigslist.org/cto/7549444207.html
“Rebuilt engine, re-arched springs, frame powder coated, new brakes and shocks, new top, paint. Restored to be usable, not a show rig.”
It could use some brake work, but they do work.
https://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/7555990392.html
“Runs and stops, starts up right away, sounds just like a MASH Jeep. Four wheel drive and low work. 3 speed manual.
Recent: Brake system rebuild; battery; tires ($400each)
Leaks: Its a Jeep”
This jeep has seen some action, but is still going.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1188600775084203
“1946 WILLYS Cj2a .Would only let me put wrangler in heading . I have Owned for 6 years . .It runs and drives and stops .Has Original Flathead Engine that runs good Does not smoke and holds good oil pressure .Has some oil leaks . I Rebuilt the trans and transfer case . Has new clutch . Rebuilt drivelines . New Springs shocks and shackles .New tires New Exhaust. E brake even works .Pretty original other than converted to 12 volt . Permanent restored 1946 Oregon Plate . Clear Title in my name . Rough Body but very little rust Mainly under tool box See Pictures . Great Rat rod or restoration project . I have $4500 in just parts receipts . Windshield Folds down and tips out I WILL NOT RESPOND TO IS THIS STILL AVALABLE !! Willys . Jeep .Five 03 – 8One nine-5440”
