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Welcome to eWillys.com, a website for vintage jeep enthusiasts. I update this website nearly every day with jeep deals, jeep history, interesting reader projects, jeep related info, and more.
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: Was listed at $5500. **SOLD**
“Original military from Mare Island. 100% stock except tires and wheels. New upholstery, rhino floor liner, engine in great shape, new brakes and drums, ready to go hunting! Runs great. Extra parts, hi-lift, front tow bar, Jeep can included!
This looks like a good price.
“This is a NEW stainless grille, never used, is for the CJ3B, $250.00 CASH ONLY NO EMAILS please call 503-234-5873”
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/pts/4061002979.html
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/14/2013) “Project Jeep. It is a 1947 Willys CJ-2A. It was a total basket case, but I have it nearly ready to complete. Engine swap by previous owner to 225CI Slant Six. I have a newer Slant Six (Super-Six) out of 70’s Valare. Only 30,000 miles. Most of tub has been rebuilt. All steel, no bondo. I was building it for my father who has passed away. I no longer am interested in completing it. Finsih it the way you want. Good engine, new windshield. I can even deliver if you buy the gas. Give me a call (509)876-2354. Thanks for looking”
http://eastoregon.craigslist.org/cto/4066987475.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3850
(07/24/2011) I would be motivated to sell this jeep at the above price too!
“OWN A PIECE OF HISTORY!!! THIS WILLYS JEEP IS THE RAREST EVER PRODUCED. MY FATHER HAD THE ENGINE COMPLETELY REBUILT (HURRICANE 4) LESS THAN 500 MILES ON IT. IT IS ALL ORIGINAL. IT RUNS AND DRIVES ON THE FREEWAY. (60MPH) I OWN A CLEAN TITLE (IN MY NAME). ON THE DASH, IT READS CAMP PENDLETON (ORDINANCE DEPO). MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE. I NEED IT SOLD THIS WEEK SO I AM LETTING IT GO TO THE FIRST PERSON WITH $3850 CASH.”
Bill filed a report on his trip to Alaska.
He writes, “Back from Alaska – assumption going, it would be the land of 4 wheel drives and lots of jeeps old and new. Reality – the Toyota sedan is the vehicle of choice, Jeeps on the road from Fairbanks to Seward numbered about 2 dozen – none Willys era. Bubba lives up there – see the M38A1 grafted to a Willys wagon, the Willys truck with a Ford or Chevy bed and the Willys truck with wire wheels. There was a CJ3B fire truck I saw.“
These wagons were operated by San Juan Scenic Jeep Tours out of Ouray, Colorado. One of these is usually available on eBay.
Here are some more pics Charles found.
These were on eBay. The auction has ended.
“Original Vintage 1960’s JEEP WILLYS Cab-Over FC-170 TRUCK CUFFLINKS & TIE BAR
Vintage DEALER PROMO SET of Mens jewelry for high fashion dress up events or car show,swap meet,cruising,cruise-in
I do not know exact year,truck has spare tire on side of bed,4 headlights,classic jeep grill,3 windows on passenger side
including wing window
Condition: Look & Work Perfect,with light wear,No problems,spring mechanism is perfect
Made by: Mercury Industries
Has not been cleaned or polished,nice patina,slightly tarnished by age
Weighs: 21 Grams Front Measures: 1.25″ x .75″”
Nice tailgate, but the price seems a bit on the high side to me.
“This is a original OEM jeep FC series tailgate for the pickup. It has never been installed and is a new surplus factory part.”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was no price.
Steve spotted this ad. The jeep runs! This might be worth a look.
The jeep is located at D&L Metal Recycling.
UPDATE: Was priced at $5000. **SOLD**
(09/01/2012) This may be worth a look.
“1947 Willys Jeep in very good condition. 4 cylinder engine. Non-military. Runs good. Body is in great shape. Hardly driven. Comes with 8000 Pound Warn winch. $5000 firm.”l
This looks like a good price.
“Rare and very cool 1952 M38 vintage jeep. Call for details. 208-610-5249”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/4058928381.html
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** No price listed.
The front fenders are fiberglass, but looks solid.
“1947 CJ2A Willys Jeep
ORIGINAL tub, drivetrain, frame.
Has fiberglass front fenders, and has some bondo in tub, taillights and running lights are not correct. No Data Plates (frame or firewall).
This Willys has the optional Running Boards/Steps and the PTO with Rear bumper hitch platform.
Also comes with newer Besttop Top and Doors. New Battery and cables, New Oil lines to filter, Fresh Oil Change. Also comes with a bumper tow hitch for bringing along to parades or car shows (drawbar).
This is a rivet – bumper CJ, built 1947-50 following WW2. It is a pretty original survivor. Not a show truck, but it stops, runs & drives well and can easily be fully restored or just maintained as is for another 66 years! Currently registered and driven regularly. Inspection welcome from serious parties, but no tire kickers! Not giving it away, call for info.”
The looks like a good price.
“A set of 5 turbine wheels and tires that came off of my Jeep Scrambler. Bolt pattern 5×5.5. Tires are mismatched and only good for rollers, not road use. 4 wheels are the same and one(the spare) is slightly different. Should fit Jeep CJ5, CJ6, CJ7 and CJ8.”
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/pts/4058929376.html
There appears to be value here.
“1947 CJ2A frame with rear axle and suspension. 1947 body, fenders, tailgate, grille with 1952 (1-piece glass) windshield frame. Floor replaced by previous owner. Some body filler from previous repairs, some filler just added.
Good body/project for rat-rod, rock crawler or Jeep that is going to be used. If you’re looking for a pristine body, this ISN’T IT.
call Dan at 313-580-444six”
http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/pts/4058836898.html
No pics provided.
“Have a 55 willys wagon no title has rust 1200 text for more info 360 4904341 Dave”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1350.
(02/28/2013) This looks like a good price. It runs.
“This would make a good hunting or farm jeep. It has the flathead 4 cylinder and standard transmission. The motor and trans are both good and four wheel drive works just fine. The block has been welded on but does not leak. I have a starter that I just had rebuilt that needs put back on it. It may need a carb kit to run real good but I had it running before we took the starter off. It’s kind of just an old hunting type buggy. The seats in it are good and the inside is in reasonable shape. It does need some work on the floor pans but it’s nothing that makes it not usable. I check email daily so just reply if you have interest. I can only provide a bill of sale but it has the Willy’s ID tag on it if you want to go to the trouble of registering it. I’d also entertain using it as partial trade towards a ’09 or newer Honda Rancher, Foreman, or Rincon 4X4 with reasonable hours.”
Notice the track and the guide below the front of the jeep’s bumper. This photo came from Mission4Today.com
“Several students at Page Field in Fort Myers (ca 1945) with a jeep, the mechanical mule of the army that carried a target around on a circular cement track. The jeep itself was protected by a large embankment in the background. The students are over the right side of the embankment and shoot at a target.”
UPDATE II (09/11/2013): Brian and Bruce each sent a photo. See below pink surrey photos.
UPDATE (09/10/2013): Brian shared these pics of a Surrey with a Kelly hardtop. He bought the hardtop, but not the jeep.See Brian’s pic and info underneath the pink surrey hardtop photos.
Unfortunately, there’s no description. Only the date of July 1965.
View all the information on eBay
(09/11/2013) Brian sent this photo of the door after it was sand blasted.
(09/11/2013) Bruce forwarded this photo of the surrey without the top.
(09/10/2013) Brian’s photos of a 1961 DJ-3A Surrey:
Brian writes, “It’s not the same Jeep. My top has never had an i.d. tag on it which i always thought was odd. When i bought the top, the Jeep was only in Florida for a year or two at the time. Before that it was in Virginia where it had spent most of it’s life, the same State that the top was built in. The story was something like: a lady bought the Surrey new in ’61 and then (i think) it was sold to a serviceman around the time of Vietnam. He put the Jeep in storage and it sat there for well over 30 years, hence why it was in such good shape. I can’t remember who had the top put on it.
I found two more pics that show a bit of the pink paint, in the rear cargo area some is showing on the ribs and the front floor shot shows a line of pink around the body seam. I had underhood pics that showed alot of pink paint that the cheaper paint didn’t adhere too well to but i can’t find them.“
This ad depicts a Bantam BRC-60.
“From a 1941 issue of The Saturday Evening Post, this is an ad for Champion Spark Plugs with art by Vickery. Illustrated are 8 uses for Champion Spark Plugs:
1. Bomber, Trainer, Airliner or Light Plane
2. Tanks
3. Reconnaissance Car or Jeep
4. Motorcycle
5. PT Boats of the Mosquito Fleet
6. American Industry
7. Farm Tractors
8. Trucking Industry
13 5/8″ x 10 1/8″
Excellent condition”
View all the information on eBay
I found Poker Flat, California, but I couldn’t locate a “Poker Flats”. Anyone recognize the town?
View all the information on eBay
Lynn has a in-dash nav system that isn’t working for him, so he’s hoping to trade it for some jeeps parts (cj-5 drivetrain parts). He’s located in Iowa. If anyone is interested contact him at pastorlynn@esthervilleumc.org
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4950.
It’s funky, but appears in good shape.
“Running gear is from a vintage CJ2A. Body custom built. Equipped with stock 4 cyl engine, 3 spd trans, hi-lo range and 4 wheel drive. Mechanically strong, good tires. Good title and vintage plates. A lot of fun to drive and to look at. Good business mascot, parade vehicle or use on you acreage, at the cabin or lake.”
