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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 .
It looks solid. The motor has been updated.
“51 willys 4×4 , modern jeep 4 cyl motor hooked up to orig. trans and transfer case . new tires ,new battery , new seats , new seat belts , new smitty built console . diamond plate interior . modern wiring with diagram , frame off rebuild in 09-10 , 5000.00 open to cash and trade deals too .”
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb/cto/3847509207.html
The tub appears straight. There’s some diamond plating lurking inside.
“1947 Willys Jeep- frame off restoration completed in 2001. Electrical converted to 12 volt, new seat, stereo American racing rims. Color is midnight blue. Crate motor (same as original), good tranny. Been in storage last 2 years! Great condition! Moving must sell!”
http://waterloo.craigslist.org/cto/3849887487.html
There are various updates.
“1946 Willys CJ-2A Jeep /Hurricane 134 engine vehicle starts and runs well. The frame and drive train are actually from a CJ3-B a new floor has been installed and the original hat channel supports have been replaced with rectangle steel tubing. The electrical system has been converted to 12 volt. both high and low range 4-wheel drive work smoothly. It has a custom canvas top and a new heavy equipment heater for those cold mornings. A flat tow bar not shown here also is included. The alternator, fuel tank and pump have been recently replaced as well as the front tie rods. My only reason for selling is that I want to buy more toys and I am one of the over stuffed.”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/3848483486.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800.
A play jeep. Needs work.
“willys jeep, 4×4, lock out hubs, 4 cyl flat head, 3 speed, n-78 buck shot tires, red neck side by side, brakes need to be fixed, I have a good ky title for the jeep; great for trail riding no wider than a rhino, only about a foot longer”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
These are rare. Needs work though. Includes a Cherokee.
“Up for sale is a rare 1969 Jeep DJ6 (2 wheel drive). I just don’t have the time to restore it like I planned. Have some new wiring, a replacement steering column, and new tail lights. It has an early 80’s Chevy V6 and manual 3 speed trans. The motor ran good when I bought it, but have removed the wiring. I have a bikni top and rear panel with window that mounts to the roll bar, and some old soft doors. The body and floors have some rust but is mostly solid, I will also include a 1997 Cherokee that I was going to use to upgrade the axles and braking system on the old Jeep. It has seats that are in perfect condition that would have been used also. Please don’t ask to buy the Cherokee. It is not titled and will only be included as parts. If I connot sell the Dj I will need the Cherokee for parts. I will consider a trade for a tractor with a bushhog or box blade. This will make a very nice Jeep to run around in if you have the time to restore it, really wish I did”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Hard to see the condition from this pic.
“Painted green, Willy’s Jeep CJ2A. Hasn’t been started in awhile. Everything intact.”
I see some value, but not $8800 worth based on the pics.
“8800 obo
Complete Jeep, unfinished restoration due to illness
rebuilt motor down to the connecting rods with 30 minutes run time
Brand new tires and spare , over $1200 to replace
Many other parts drive train and other body parts inclding an extra frame , 4 engnes , transmissions and transfer cases, wheels etc to be carted away on a usable if old trailer
Must see to appreciate the riches
Could separate but prefer to sell as a packge
Reply with a contact number for more details”
http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/cto/3846511477.html
There may be value here.
“needs total restoration or for parts, body is rusty, engine is non running and good for a core or as a builder, one piston started to brake at the ring line. Radiator is laying in the jeep. frame is good, is 98% complete. will sell for $500 without the top or $550 with the top. price is firm. bill of sale only.
Would also consider trade for a beater car or maybe one that needs a little work.
email or text/call 7one58five34868”
http://greenbay.craigslist.org/cto/3848823454.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500
The body is extended; it looks like the frame was extended, too.
“This Willys CJ3A Jeep has a Rebuilt 225 Odd Fire Buick V-6 installed. PO had $$$$$ invested and gave up on the project. Body is extended, fairly solid and usable. Use this as parts, or a builder, your choice. Make NO mistake, This is a PROJECT and I want it GONE. $500 OBO, Might Trade, Try Me. Email for details, More Pix, and an appt. to view.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3000.
(04/13/2013) This jeep has some unusual changes. Put “GREEN” in the subject if you email the seller.
“46 Willy’s Jeep great run around the farm or road. Had antique tags on her but now just use on grass. 4WD HIGH AND LOW PTO/WINCH in rear works flat 4 cyl.
Hate to get her up but just don’t use much and don’t want it to sit.
PUT “GREEN” IN SUBJECT SO I KNOW YOU ARE REAL”
http://lynchburg.craigslist.org/cto/3845793815.html
UPDATE: Was $3800. **SOLD**
“1947 willys jeep $3800obo
The jeep is pretty much rust free it needs a couple spots and fixed but minor. The jeep has power steering and a GM tilt steering column. The motor has been replaced with a 225 ci v6 really small engine good on fuel. Upgraded to 12volt. The motor is from a 60’s jeep. With a brand new fuel pump. Stock 3 speed tranny and stock transfer case. It has a new fuel tank. Newer military tires. All lights work. Also 2 new windshield motors and a brand new tow bar in front. The jeep also has a heater that works really well. And I also have two spare axles from a 1994 jeep wrangler that has upgraded 4:11 gears and a lock rite locker in the rear. I also have a box of receipts from the past owner. Also have title in hand and is currently registered. Please only serious buyers.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1000. Bad Engine.
“1948 Willys Jeep, Needs new engine. $1000. Call John 970-247-0869”
http://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/3846764582.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1000.
“I have a 1946 Willys Jeep. Complete. Some rust, good tires. Also has metal top. $1500.00 Firm. Please call 615-416-5511.”
http://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/3848674106.html
<– Day 30 – Sun. June 2nd: State #49 Was Exciting! | Trip Overview | Day 32 & 33 – Tues. June 4th & Wed. June 5th: Rudeness at the Parkside Diner –>
The Shelburne Museum was a fun place to visit!
On Monday we traveled from Burlington, Vermont, to Pulaski, New York, via Rome, Poland and Russia!
On Monday we traveled from Burlington, Vermont, to Pulaski, New York.
Ann and I started the day in Burlington, Vermont. As we left our hotel, we decided to wander the streets of Burlington and find some iced black tea. So, we walked over to the nearby walking-mall in downtown Burlington that we’d spotted when we arrived on Sunday evening.
As soon as we stepped onto the plaza, we loved the place. Even on a monday morning with temperatures in the mid-60s, people were milling about. Many restaurants had sitting areas arranged in such a way that it reminded me of the small towns in Eastern Europe I’d visited back in 2003.
This shows the southern half of the outdoor mall.
I spotted this jeep in this long, cool mural on a wall in Burlington, VT.
The mural from one side.
A detail shot.
The mural from the other side.
I guess Burlington fancies itself a ski town?
Outdoor seating for a restaurant.
And what trip to Vermont would be complete without checking out Ben & Jerry’s?
After exploring the city, we eventually found some black tea at a dark, cool coffee shop called Muddy Waters. The tea was good and the atmosphere unique. We followed up the tea with some bagels.
After our walk through Burlington, we were intent on getting into the jeep and driving, because we had about five hours to go. We made it all of fifteen minutes when we spotted a beautiful covered wooden bridge.. Ann immediately wanted to take a picture of it, but we had to figure out how to reach it. As we drove, we discovered several more buildings separated by beautiful landscaping. All were behind a big fence. Eventually it dawned on us we were looking at a museum of some kind.
So, our drive plans immediately changed!
This is the covered bridge we’d spotted from the road.
When Ann and I were visiting with Bob in York, Maine, he shared a photo of him and Heck Bardsley next to NASA Astronaut Chris Cassidy, who is floating far above us in the International Space Station right now (see the whole crew here).
My theory is that NASA uses jeeps with stock brakes for physiological tests. If an astronaut can stop a vintage jeep going 60mph with stock brakes, they can handle just about anything! Chris won’t get to ride in another jeep until he and his crew land in September, 2013. (And I thought our eight week trip was long!)
From left to right: NASA Astronaut Chris Cassidy (seated), Bob O’Brien, Heck Bardsley
I spotted the photo of this unusual truck here:
http://www.rrpicturearchives.net/showPicture.aspx?id=1142257
<– Day 29 – Fri. June 1: Acadia National Park | Trip Overview | Day 31 – Mon. June 3rd: Through Russia With Love –>
Upon stepping foot onto the last of the lower 49 states I hadn’t visited, I gave the welcome sign a hug. Truth be told, the grass was too wet for me to venture into it.
On Monday we drove from Bangor, Maine, to Burlington, Vermont.
Monday’s drive took us from Bangor, Maine, to Burlington, Vermont.
We started out the day with Ann sneezing. It ended with her sneezing. In the middle, there was lots of sneezing. Either she has a cold or she’s got some terrible allergies (the grass pollen is particularly high she says). Poor thing!
In between the sneezes we navigated down I-95 from Bangor, Maine, to Hollis Center, Maine, where Brendan, the operator of This-Old-Jeep, lives. He and I have exchanged many emails over the past few years. Because we both run websites using WordPress about old jeeps, we have plenty to talk about. So, it was great to finally meet him in person. We also met his wife Melissa and their two boys, Walter and Bryon. Water even drew me a picture of a jeep, which is downstairs in our jeep, so posting that will have to wait.
Brendan and Melissa fixed us a nice lunch, which included Brendan’s freshly made bread. We both throughly enjoyed the home cooked meal and greatly appreciated it!
After lunch we headed out to check out Brendan’s CJ-3B project. As we were discussing his recently disassembled transmission, Byron decided to distract my camera person: He’s a bit of a ham 🙂 Many thanks to the entire family for making our visit enjoyable!
Not too long after we left Brendan’s place, we crossed into New Hampshire. Soon, we stumbled upon the cute town of Conway. As we entered town, a Bavarian Chocolate Shop cast a spell over us, forcing us to pull over and enter into the shop. We had no choice. Twenty dollars and two pairs of chocolatey hands later, the spell finally lifted.
The dark chocolate hazelnuts were awesome!
As we drove away from Conway, all hell broke loose.
An enormous gust of wind blew past the jeep. Branches began falling, rain was pouring, and cats and dogs were dropping from the sky. There was thunder. There was lightening. We began to wonder if we’d committed some sin for giving into our chocolate lust . . .
But, no, we later learned the storm was a left over ripple from a storm that hit Oklahoma. Given the enormity of the ripple, I’d hated to have been in the middle of the central splash! Speaking of Oklahoma, Karson’s on his way there with FEMA to help coordinate the relief effort.
After the storm hit in Conway, we drove under and ran over multiple downed power lines. The power was out through the remainder of our drive through New Hampshire and into Vermont. Trees were down, branches covered the road, and rain continued to fall.
This was along the road. The tree fell onto a building, narrowly missing the house. In other locations, people were cleaning up the mess as we drove by. Unfortunately, most of our pictures of the storm came out blurry.
This tree landed on this shack.
More debris.
Speaking of Vermont, passing into it meant I’ve visited all of the ‘lower’ US states. All that’s left is Alaska (ed. note: which I later checked off in 2017).
Once the storm passed, the lack of electricity from New Hampshire through a good chunk of Vermont meant that there wasn’t much to photograph, as there were few places to stop. Fortunately, by the time we reached the capital of Vermont, Montpelier, the clouds had mostly vanished, the sun reappeared, and the electricity returned.
We were pleasantly surprised by Vermont’s quaint Capital. The town’s capital building was welcoming.
Montpelier hummed with activity as families and individuals toured its streets. We eventually made our way to the local Hungry Mountain Coop, which was a first class treat. Lots of great breads and interesting foods!
PHOTO CREDIT: Hungry Mountain Coop
After Montpelier, we made our way to Burlington, which was another beautiful city. We plan to explore some before we leave on Monday for Oswego. Here’s a view from our hotel (another great Priceline find at $51).
That’s the view looking west over Lake Champlain.
On Monday we head to New York State.
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The Museum of Alaska Transportation & Industry is located in Wasilla, Alaska. It’s a far drive for most people to see the museum, but it does have a rare CJ-3B Fire Jeep. I think that’s as good of a reason to visit Alaska as any other!
Ron alerted me to the museum and shared these photos he took. Note the CJ-7 Mail Jeep CJ-8 Scrambler, which I think looks pretty good. Thanks Ron!
See all the pictures Ron took here
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $475.
Here’s something different.
“Jeep tailgate porch bench. Frame made from treated lumber and the rest made from cedar.”
I don’t know what Model T’s go for price wise, but this seller is willing to do some type of jeep trade.
“For your consideration is a very nice 1923 Model T coupe fully road worthy and titled. It is not a trailer queen, so the paint is not perfect, but there is no exposed rust and what rust there is is minimal. The body is very straight and the roof has been recovered. It looks like a 1923 should look like . . .
I am negotiable on the price if I don’t have to refinish the wheels. I would also consider interesting trade trades i.e. early model pickups, Willy’s Pickup, Jeep CJ or similar. Serious inquiries only please. Please reply by email with “Classic” in the subject line so I can weed out scammers and I will get back to you to answer any questions or to set up a time to look at it. Thanks for lookin!!!”
http://fortcollins.craigslist.org/cto/3808034657.html
Having felt this way myself, I enjoyed this poster’s response to some cj5 ad he’d seen on Craigslist.
“Just a friendly reminder from a Jeep historian, the oldest possible “jeep” was the 1940 MB prototype from the Bantam motor company
http://www.bantamjeepfestival.com/about/history/
The following years 56 66 76 are all possible for the cj5 see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeep_CJ#CJ-5
So please for the love of the GP gods, put the right year on it
Sgt T Stone USA (retired)”
This seems like a good price.
“It spent the first 50 or so years as an Eastern Oregon farm truck. I bought it in Milwaukie OR when I lived there, and brought it to WA when we moved. It has passed it’s WSP VIN inspection and is currently licensed and insured. It registered with a year of manufacture 1947 license plate which makes it a collector car with no annual fee to operate it on the roadway.
Yearly insurance at it’s current value is less than $150 a year if you keep it inside a garage.
You’ve always wanted a fun car, a hobby car, something to play with on the weekend, and this little guy can fit that bill perfectly.
I have removed the tow bar from the front bumper, but it will go with the jeep when sold.
Send me an email if you’d like to come take a look, or go for a ride.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/3845780816.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000.
This looks solid, but no good side pics of the jeep. Contact the seller for more pictures.
“1954 Jeep M38A, manufactured by Willys Overland. Body GREAT shape! Had fuel pump re-manufactured by Kaiser Willys this spring, and have had her out for a few drives. Cannot tell you how many people stop to talk to us about her! We are currently waiting for 24v coil and distributor, as she is running little rough. Still has most of 24v system, but someone replaced the cool with 12v, just not enough juice. She had belonged to my Dad, but he passed away in 2009 and we are thinking he may have been starting to go to 12v system. We wanted to keep at 24v to stay original.
Asking $7000. willing to entertain other reasonable offers, partial cash and trade, or complete trade. This is in really good shape. we really have debated keeping or selling, but, its just not practical for us right now, and I know there is someone out there who would really like to have this!
Interested in: jet skies/Wrangler/trailer or camper/Decent car or truck or other reasonable offers! Let me know if you have something that you think might spark my interest…but, be realistic!”
UPDATE: Price now $6000. Was no price.
(04/03/2013) Given the tilt grille, this is more likely a 1952 M-38A1.
“I have a 56 m38a1 army jeep made by Willys. All original runs good tag and register in California ready to go. Looking to trade for a land cruiser or Unimog. You can reach me at 916-879-3384”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/3844682316.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
This appears to have some early power-loc hubs. The jeep is missing a few things (head light bezels and parking brake for starters).
“A lot of new parts on it, good shape, lots of extra parts & manuals. New tires-including spare.”
