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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: **SOLD** Was $5500. Note the suicide doors.
“1945 Jeep has iron duke 4 cly engine with overdrive. It has hardtop with suicide doors good tires and runs great. Has tilt telescoping wheel with newer power steering box. This is a great deal…..Drive it home today.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
“1960 Austin Champ British Military vehicle. Licensed in CA. Complete except no canvas top. Rolls Royce 4-cylinder motor. Right-hand drive. Please see photos for condition. Vehicle is located at Modern Specialist Inc. German Auto Repair at 6190 Cherry Ave Long Beach. Call or visit if you need more information”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1700.
The body appears cut at the driver’s side.
“Up for sale is a genuine World War II project jeep – not running, but it wouldnt take much to get it there. It consists of serial numbers matching body and frame, engine and tran/tcase combo with parking brake, leaf springs, axles and wheels/tires. I have other accessories for sale as well, but this is your foundation to get started restoring one of the simplest vehicles ever made, and one of the best.”
There is some parts value here.
“Flat fender with overhead valve 4 cylinder. Needs work. Motor ran 2+ years ago.
Needs: steering box, master cylinder rebuild, brakes?
motor will not turn over by hand.
body is straight.”
http://monterey.craigslist.org/cto/3703120871.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was an in-person auction.
Buz spotted this auction. There are a variety of vehicles, but only one jeep.
Buz noted this is available at an auction here.
This does not include the engine.
“i have for sale a custom built 1946 willy’s jeep it has a 2”x3”x11ga rect tube frame s10 rear end model A front axle(custom cut) w/disc brake kit vw steering box thm 400 trans w/reverse manual valve body B&M pro ratchet shifter it has a 12 gal fuel cell w/the level sender installed manual brakes using s10 master cyl ,residual valves, VDO gauges !!!!THE ENGINE DOES NOT GO WITH THE JEEP!!!!!!! i am keeping the engine as a long block w/the valve covers everything else goes the breather,water pump,pulleys,fuel pump,radiator,fan,intake,carb and headers. !!!!!!!PRICE IS PRETTY FIRM!!!! eng.is still installed can show the trans works well.Call or text for any questions Daron (863)three 9 nine-08six nine thanks !!!!! I DO NOT RESPOND TO EMAILS SO DON’T SEND THEM!!!”
http://lakeland.craigslist.org/cto/3704777969.html
This needs some work. The seller notes the serial number is low, but I couldn’t verify it.
“I am selling a rare Original 1946 Jeep Willy’s CJ-2A. It needs work to be street legal (needs a clutch and new tires, lights and mirrors.) Ran like a champ until parked (after blown clutch) Parts are easily available to repair. Equipped with a Power Take Off. 59,800 original miles. Comes with original Tan soft top. ALL NUMBERS MATCH, frame, block and body…Low 5 digit serial #! This is a gem that can be worth 15-20k once restored 5-7k when street legal. Good project vehicle from the ground up or as a flip job to resell. Must pick up and trailer at your expense.
Willing to discuss reasonable Cash offers and Trades or combinations of both…in addition, any $$ put down will be non-refundable!
Email with questions…Serious inquiries only, please.”
http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/3703614064.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2300.
“1947willys cj2a -this jeep comes with wench that runs off pto-new carb,tires,6volt battery,shocks,wireing some replaced,brake seals,gas tank.I,am also tossing in a custome snowplow.”
UPDATE: Was $6500. **SOLD**
“Project 47 willys jeep $6500
new leather seats
new tires
350 engine”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6850.
This appear solid, but has some funky steps.
“I have a recently restored 1948 4WD Willys Jeep for Sale
New Paint with Marine Corp Olive Drab paint color from WWII era.
Texas Antique Vehicle Title. New Battery, 12 volt system. Roll Bar
12 volt winch on front of vehicle. Runs great, has been in Veterans Day parade
good looking Willys Jeep.”
No pics provided.
“for jeep or willy jeep 2 reg 2 snow not military tread
call mike 732 542 1496 or 732 720 3367”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4200
(10/08/2010) That rollbar is a little short. It includes a custom (auto?) trailer that will carry the jeep.
“1946 Jeep Willy’s CJ2A in great condition. New red paint job additional. New spare motor worth 2k on its own. runs great no problems fun, clean, ready to go 5800 obo.”
<– Day 7 – March 25: Jeep Signs in Tucson | Overview | Day 9 – March 26: Space History and White Sands –>
Today we had multiple stops planned. Overall, our goal was to drive from Tucson, Arizona, to Tularosa, New Mexico.
We had a very busy day on Monday. A long drive coupled with multiple stops.
After posting the picture from Moab of the CJ-2A mounted on a sign at Ivan’s, Joe pointed me to two similar places in Tucson, AZ. He even included addresses, which saved me time (thanks!). The first place, Willy’s works was a parts store and focuses on civilian and military jeeps. The ‘jeep’ yard held a variety of jeeps. The second place was Jack’s Government Surplus, which naturally focuses on military items. Around Jacks were all kinds of great parts’ yards. I wished I had the time to explore all the different yards!
We did not have time to explore either place. We stopped, took pictures and drove off. So, call or check them out the next time you are there.
Willys Works: 1933 W Gardner Ln,Tucson, AZ (520) 888-5082
Jack’s Government Surplus: 5181 E Drexel Rd, Tucson, AZ 85706 (520) 574-0300
Below are my pictures. You can see some ones from 2010 on Flickr. In the pictures you’ll see a M-38A1, a FC, and a M-151. I’m sure there is more.
Inside Jacks were several different jeeps. 
Jim forwarded this wonderful story to Derek who forwarded it to me. It’s a heart warming tale of a man and his jeep told by the man’s daughter. A mechanic by trade, J.B. Martin, from Richmond, Missouri, drove a ‘beefed up’ 1945 MB. According the article he is credited with taking “children home in a snowstorm, a doctor to a snow-bound rural home, his family for bobsled rides, and in two days got around 60 cars started.”
J.B. Martin and his jeep. Photo from the Richmond Daily News — Richmond, MO
<– Day 6 – March 23: Bernie’s Hotrod FCs and A Train Stop | Overview | Day 8 – March 25: Tucson, A Titan, and Tombstone –>
On Sunday March 24th, we made a quick visit back to the FC Roundup to get some better pics of Bernie’s rig. After that, we spent the afternoon exploring the Phoenix area. That evening, we drove south to Tucson.
Our evening drive on Sunday was a short one.
We began the morning at the FC Roundup. Yesterday, I posted a couple pictures of Bernie’s FC. Here are some of the more interesting details:
1) This uses only aviation fuel
2) The engine’s exhaust is partially vented inside the boxed frame
3) The rear and side windows still need completing
4) The cab and the bed both tilt
5) There is no driveline. The transmission is coupled to the rear pinion using a drag racing coupler
I like the jeep drawing.
“1948 BANK OF MONTREAL AD WITH CARTOON ILLUSTRATION OF WILLYS JEEP HILLBILLY
Magazine ad, page measures 5″ x 4″ approximately, in very good condition.”
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The jeep is small (and beat up).
“1945 WILLYS JEEP CHAMPION SPARK PLUG AD CANADA WWII MILITARY ARMY WAR SHIP
Magazine ad, page measures 5″ x 7″ approximately, in very good condition.”
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UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**
This looks very restorable.
“This M5 generator was built for the US Army in World War II, by the Hobart manufacturing Company. It is built on intergrated steel skids. The generator has a four cylinder ZXB Hercules engine. From online research, this engine was sometimes used in the Willys Overland Jeep. The output of the generator set can be field set for either single or three phase operation. The output is rated at three kilowatts. This unit has sat for many years, but I believe can be rebuilt to operate correctly, and could be used as a functioning display. Just to make clear, the unit does not run at this time. This unit is rare today, and from research, provided electrical power for the BOFERS anti-aircraft gun setups in WWII. I have found similar generators for you to look at on you tube, but I have not been able to download a link due to ebay rules. Type in M5 generator on the you tube search bar.”
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The King and the Whirly Bird was written by Mabel Watts in 1969. It’s supposed to include a reference/picture to the “royal jeep”. Whether there really is a jeep, it’s a cute sounding book.
“This hardcover book was writtten by Mabel Watts, illustrated by Harold Berson. Published by Parents’ Magazine Press, copyright 1969.
Once there was a king who had a wonderful kind of flying machine called a whirlybird. He had a pilot named Joe who could fly the machine, but the king would not use the machine at all. “Birds fly. I’m not a bird!” said the king. He had to travel a lot so he used the coach or rode the stallion. He even tried the rickety old royal train, and the old steamship, and finally the royal jeep. None of those methods of travel worked very well. Finally, Joe the pilot convinced the king to try the whirlybird. “This is the way to travel! The whirlybird is the best!” said the king.
Excellent condition.”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500.
“1947 Jeep SUV Willy CJ2 a fully restored three speed transmission four-wheel-drive with the soft top!!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500
Here’s a nicely refurbished jeep.
“Own a piece of American history with this 1946 CJ2A Jeep Willys. It is fully restored (not to original specifications), runs great, and is very clean (never used off road since restored), tires are in good condition, new battery, new alternator, and has been converted to 12v . Asking for $7,500.00 or willing to trade for a reliable vehicle or travel trailer.”
**SOLD** Was listed for $1000
“Project, or parts, with 3.7 Liter Willys Super Hurricane six cylinder flathead engine, Borg warner T-90 three speed transmission, and a Spicer transfer case. This vehicle was last registered in California in 1977, and the serial number is 61568 21099. This vehicle was purchased at an estate sale about seven years ago, and has been sitting in storage since then ….. What you see, is pretty much what you get …., a project, or a parts car…. No Title or Registration is included, only a Bill of Sale, as I purchased it. For further information, you can email me.”
This has a glass tub.
“1952 M38 Jeep 134 4cyL 3spd w/overdrive. 4×4. Locking Hubs. Aluminum Hardtop w/Doors, Fiberglass Tub. New Wiring, Brakeline, Master Cyl. Heater, Seats and cushions, Fuel Tank, Wiper Motors, Fusebox. Good Tires. Runs and Drives – Will Consider Trades. No Sleds. $4000.00 Call me at 207-975-0073.”
http://maine.craigslist.org/cto/3702458793.html
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $650.
(03/26/2014) The Jeep has been restored, but not he trailer.
“IM SELLING A VINTAGE 50’S U-HAUL JEEP AND TRAILER. THE JEEP HAS BEEN RESTORED AND HAS ALL NEW DECALS. THE TRAILER COULD USE NEW PAINT. ASKING 650.00 NEG. EMAIL ME YOUR NUMBER AND WILL CALL BACK IN ORDER. PUT UHAUL IN TITLE SO I KNOW ITS NOT SPAM.WILL REMOVE LISTING WHEN SOLD”
