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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.
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 .
This may have an MB/GPW body.
https://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/d/wishon-1947-willys-jeep/7528574002.html
“Willy’s Go Devil L34. Stock CJ 2-A. 4 wheel drive locking rear end. Runs great!”
This may be a CJ-2A?
https://fresno.craigslist.org/snw/d/wishon-jeep-for-sale/7522328709.html
“Jeep 4 cyl engine“
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4900.
Listed as a 1948, it looks to have an MB/GPW body.
“Selling a 1948 Jeep Willys CJ2A with a 350 V8 short block Chevrolet engine and four-barrel carburetor in a baby blue color. Runs and drives excellent and is in overall decent condition. It does need a little bit of bodywork. Please see the photos to verify the condition of the Jeep. Comes with a clean title and I have it on hand. Sold as is.”
There looks to be some value here.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/coloma-1951-m38-jeep/7529992880.html
“This is a project M38. It came with another jeep that I purchased. It has many of the necessary parts but pretty much everything needs to be done. But, it’s a cheap starting point and it’s an M38 which are getting harder to find. I think that the pictures should answer most questions. No title. Bill of Sale only.”
Andy shared this cut down wagon that looks like a “Tender” wagon. It’s listed as a 1949, but actually looks to be 1960 or later.
“parting out a 1949 willies jeepster. frame is actually solid believe it or not. motor has oil, transmission seems to be shift through gears. cab is shot but doors are solid! email zip code for shipping quotes. nightcrawlertow.com”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $16,000.
(08/31/2022) Mike shared this nice looking custom build. I am surprise this is street approved.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/standard-1954-jeep-willys/7524297806.html
“Selling my 1954 Jeep Willies with a blown BBC. Professionally built with all the best parts. TH350 with stall and manual valve body. It’s licensed, registered and insured. Tags just paid last month. This jeep is a head
turner anywhere it goes.”
Needs some work.
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/pts/d/menifee-47-cj2a/7531167967.html
“Runs and drives needs a good tune up new carb ,batt. recently.needs lovin”
This has some updates.
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/d/glendora-willys-fc-170-jeep/7530231633.html
“This 1959 Jeep FC170 is a cab-over pickup with great patina powered by a 258ci 4.0 liter inline-six with Clifford Performance 57-2300 Dual Outlet Headers,
47-4500WH Torque Monster Intake Manifold paired with a Holly 390 CFM 8007 electric choke carburetor, all mated to a 700r4 overdrive transmission controlled by a B&M shifter, paired to a New Process (NP 205) transfer case with JB Custom Fabrication twin stick controls. All monitored by new IEquus gauges. Equipment includes towing mirrors, a 108″ bed, steel 15” wheels mounted to BFGoodrich 31×10.5 All Terrain TA tires. The truck spent time in The California desert preserving the vehicle solid over the years before it was rescued in 2020 and brought back to a fun, running, driving, head turning beast of a truck that is a hit at the local car shows and has won a sponsors choice trophy. Title and tags are current until May 2022. Continue reading
UPDATE: Price dropped to $8950.
(08/28/2022) This appears to be a 1942 GPW chassis with a CJ-3B replacement body.
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/d/columbia-city-jeep-willys-cj3b/7523110778.html
“Jeep Willys CJ3B, Titled as a 1942 GPW Ford because of the frame, the body is a CJ3B. 1969 Camaro SBC 327 Transmition is a Ford close ratio toploader . New tires and wheels, Runs and drives, very fun and quick, great for cruising, clean and clear or title, just have too many toys. Send your phone number if you are interested in buying.”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was No Price
(08/28/2022) This might have a DJ-3A or a replacement body. The looks to be a V-6.
“I don’t have many details about the motor and trans, it is not running, but all parts you need are there, transmission and transfer case are installed in the jeep, I would have both rebuilt. It’s not a rust bucket and can be restored”
I spotted this concept vehicle document on eBay. It was so unusual, I thought I’d snag it. Each of the pages is within plastic, which seemed strange, too (see first pic). Anyone have more information on this? Note the use of the Corvair engine and other parts.
The shape of the car seems similar to that of a Studebaker Avanti (sold a few years earlier) or the later American Motors Corp’s concept AMX-GT, built prior to the merger between AMC and Kaiser-Jeep.
Each page of document is bound within plastic, making it much thicker than it needs to be.
Barney noticed that this CJ-3A has a non-punched governor hole that looks slightly different from a standard stock body. This *might* be another item to look for in an aftermarket body. He noted that he isn’t 100% sure this green body isn’t stock, but it’s something to look for when reviewing a jeep.
Anyone else notice this on aftermarket bodies? Or, anyone notice that the shape of the stock stamp changes over the years, making this observation less dependable for spotting aftermarket bodies?
This photo of a red body is Barney’s jeep with a non-stock body. Now how rounded the surface of the bump is:
This is the green body from this post. It too appears rounded on the surface (and the inside looks like it has additional texture):
Note that the green body seems to be missing the “notch” along the top seam of the dash, which suggest also this isn’t a stock body .. see notch above hand brake in pic below.
This is a stock 1947 CJ-2A body. The Governor bump is flatter:
More info:
This Warn brochure collection sold yesterday for $242 on eBay (I was the second highest bidder). There are a few brochures I hadn’t seen before, but most I have. The inclusion of several San Angelo Die Casting brochures was interesting as well, such as the “East Cook Camping Unit”.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/195319105427
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $650.
John shared this DJ-5 for sale. Unclear if it runs, but looks pretty solid for the price. No description provided.
Andy shared these wagons for sale. This may be the same seller as the parts ad above.
https://toledo.craigslist.org/cto/d/maumee-1963-willys-jeep-wagon-1961/7524028621.html
“1. 1963 Wagon.
* Rust-free body and floor boards
* Flat head engine and trans included but not installed
* Lots of extras
2. 1961 Wagon – 2 wheel drive.
* Parts only
* Good glass
* Good seats
* Good frame and wheels
Email me through craigslist and I will set up an appointment for you to examine the wagons.
These are in the Toledo, Ohio, area.
A lot of other Willys parts are available.
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Thanks to Jan for sharing this rare sixteen-page January 1947 issue of Willys-Overland Sales News!
I’m not very familiar with these nor do I know how many issues were released, but I assume this style of magazine was discontinued once the Salesbuilder magazines were created in mid-1948.
These two racing jeeps will be auctioned Saturday October 8th, 2022.
LOCATION: 883 LOWER ROAD, STATE ROUTE 3004, SHAMOKIN, PA
(Approx. 1.5 miles east of Route 225/Hunter Station)
https://dockeyauctionservices.com/auctions/
Sneaky Snake:
Timber Rattler:
Still needs a little more work, but unclear why that is.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1767054366981878
“1979 Jeep CJ-5 Rock Crawler New BluePoint Engineering high torque 383 SBC crate engine, EFI, Fox shocks (aired down in pics to fit in garage, 10″ taller when aired up), Warn winch, ARB air lockers, Dana 60’s, hydraulic power steering, power brakes, 4 speed, custom built frame, 4 link long arm suspension and cage. Street legal, currently tagged and titled in my name. Only a few hours of idle & cruise time on the build. Still needs a few odds and ends to finish it off.”
Martin shared this Die cast model for only $25. These go for $30 and above after shipping and tax from eBay. Note the pic below is not the actual item.
https://yakima.craigslist.org/clt/d/yakima-cj2a-diecast-fire-jeep/7530179101.html
“For sale is a 1:43 scale diecast 1946 Willys CJ2A Fire Jeep. The model is labeled Bomberos (Spanish for Firemen), as it is based on service vehicles used in Argentina. Neat model. It is new, still in the original package, having never been opened. The picture is a stock photo, but is exactly like what I have.”
I thought I had posted this. Thanks to Andy for sharing it.
https://toledo.craigslist.org/pts/d/toledo-willys-jeep-parts-pickups-wagons/7517728684.html
“Moving to Arizona, a Willys restorer is selling the parts he has accumulated over 40 years.
This is a showing by appointment.
Some of the parts include:
* Wagon bodies on frame
* Body Trim
* Interior seats
* Dash parts, gauges
* Door handles, window cranks
* Wheels, Tires
* Hoods
* Fenders
* Bumpers
Some photos to give you an idea. This collection of parts is located in the Toledo, Ohio area.”
This has an unusual storage box (or tire carrier?) on the back bumper.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/5269797033134912
“1948 Jeepster VJ FOR SALE – TEXAS 78642 $3500 obo (With title) Yes its been sitting, since the early 90’s (1993) Message me if you’re interested.”
Not a ton of value here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1272262806843755
“Rat Rod project”
Here’s the model I mentioned a few days ago. The date still looks to indicate that it was built in 1999. The builder’s name looks more like “Arbets” to me, but I can’t tell for sure.
The workmanship is great. It assembles easily and precisely. It’s a cool jeep. I’ve included the Ogelsby for comparison. Here it is disassembled.
Name and date on bottom of chassis:
Body on chassis:
Seats on chassis:
Front clip on chassis:
Joe-in-Mesa and his wife Jan like to explore antique stores while exploring towns throughout Arizona. Every once in a while I get a call or text from Joe telling me he found a good deal on a model jeep, which usually ends up costing me money, lol. Thanks for being on the hunt Joe!
This time he spotted three models at the same shop. The Ogelsby was in particularly good condition, so I couldn’t pass that one up. The pink Surrey was another good price. Finally, the Tonka Jeepster Convertible was one I didn’t have, so I told him to throw that in as well.
Listed as a 1946, this could actually be a 3A (or certainly looks like one).
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/400696368272188
“This is truly a fantastic full body off restoration using most original parts. Very nicely done CJ-2 with good metal all around, in great running condition. Starts easily, strong original 4 cylinder engine,shifts nicely through the gears and the transfer case with lock out hubs is sound. It also has a nice top and sport bar. Not an original color, but attractively finished in a light metallic teal green with good seat upholstery. All glass and rubbers are excellent with 5 brand new tires and 5 clean, bright wheels. This is a turn key vehicle. The only things that need a bit (and I do mean just a bit)of attention are the gas gauge and the carburetor as it leaks a little. Everything else – wipers, lights, speedometer, etc. work fine. No signs of rust, rot or prior collision damage. Bargain priced for quick sale at $12000 or best offer FOB Broken Arrow, Okla.”