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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 .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
I guess you can lift anything with a Scheneker lift.
Here’s an interesting binder. I wish it included more pages.
“Up For Bid Is A Original Rare 1954 Willys Jeep Industrial Equipment Book And Made For The Willys-Overland Motors Yoledo Ohio. You Don’t See These Originals Everyday. This One Is In Used Condition But Nice For It’s Age. Book Has No Rips Or Tares And Binding Is Nice. Inside Has 2 Original Pages 1st And 2nd. Book Measures 11 1/2″ x 10″. Books Color Is Still Nice Also. Heres You Chance To Get A Nice Hard To Find Original Willys Jeep Collectible. Please Feel Free To Email Me With Any Questions You Might Have. GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY BIDDING!!”
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It’s not very old, but it sure looked unusual to me.
“UP FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION IS A ZIPPO WINDPROOF LIGHTER
FEATURES – RARE MARLBORO ADVENTURE TEAM AND JEEP
YEAR: 1998
CONDITION: UNUSED
FINISH: BRUSHED CHROME
USE PHOTOGRAPHS FOR MOST ACCURATE DESCRIPTION
EVERYTHING IN PHOTOGRAPH IS INCLUDED
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UPDATE: I received confirmation that this was sold and is in a restorer’s possession.
Scott spotted this at Ford GP #9512 at the corvette forum. We suspect it sold, but no one at the forum has confirmed it.
UPDATE: **SOLD**
“This is a really great Willys Delivery Panel Jeep.
Has an older Restore, looks Great and Drives Great.
It has a 6 Cyclinder – 3 Speed 4X4”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500
Dun-Rite Plumbing? Why would someone want to project competency through their business name, yet spell it incorrectly? It just doesn’t seem done right. The seller notes the van wasn’t done right, either.
“1964 Jeep CJ3a Fleetvan; imagine a 7 ft. tall WW2 Jeep. Originally from California, superficial rust only.. I bought it with no engine but installed a 1991 2.5 liter Jeep engine with an AX5 transmission and transfer case. If desired you can swap the front axle and make it 4WD.
NEW wheel brake cylinders, new brake hoses, new brake lines. The rear end was converted to Discs in the 1970s, pads are good and the rotors were turned. Front drums were turnd before new shoes were installed.
The 1964 one cylinder brake master was swapped out for a newer two chamber from a Toyota Tacoma. Mechanical clutch was replaced with a new Wildwood hydraulic master; the clutch on the 2.5 engine is only a year old.
One of the corner windows is cracked, but readily available from the Glass Dr. et al, it’s flat glass. The gas tank is shiney inside. A late model speedo and gages are included, I have the original 6V unit.
UPDATE: This was for sale back in August of 2010.
You might have read about this Jeep project in JP Magazine. Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3
“I am selling/trading my Rat Rod Jeep. It was built by the one time editor of JP Magazine and its build has been fully documented in JP Magazine. The jeep is currently registered and insured as a 1955 Jeep because of the frame. Everything works, runs and drives. Please refer to the below list of parts, used to build the project. If you are looking for more information and photos please type in “Sloppy Seconds Jeep,” into a search engine like Google to learn and see more about the Jeep.
Parts List:
Frame: 55’ Jeep M38A1
Body Tub: Late 1940, CJ-2A
Rear Suspension: 1955-1975 stock CJ front leafs
Front Suspension: 36-inch MAS Hairpins with Speedway Motors hardware shackles, and leaf springs.
Engine: GM 194 inline-six, possibly from a 1964 Chevy II
Transmission: 1947-1968 GM SM 420
Clutch: Early 1960’s 11-inch GM truck clutch
Front Axle: 1948 Willys truck housing with 1973 Jeep J-2000 knuckles, brakes, spindles, bearings, and hubs
Rear Axle: 1974-1979 Ford F-150 2WD Camper Special or 4X4 or 1978-1979 Bronco
Brake Master Cylinder: 1955 M38A1
Alternator: Typical GM 1 wire Superior PN7127-1W
Radiator: Early Dodge car. Unknown year or model
Radiator Hoses: Copper pipe (upper), Napa Gates PN 21631 (modified lower)
Belt: GM 1964 Chevy II
Steering: 1948 Willys truck box. Column shortened 4 inches
Tie Rod/Ends: 1948 Willys Truck
Drag Link: 1955 CJ-5″
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The grill looks newer than 1950.
“1950 Willys Wagon Chevy 350 V8 original 3 speed transmission with overdrive. Runs and drives good. Seats have not been mounted. They are later model seats. Always garaged except used as a Christmas decoration this year. I also have several extra original wheel to go with it. Email me if interested. thanks”
http://amarillo.craigslist.org/cto/3507059912.html
UPDATE: Was $600. **SOLD**
There may be value here.
“1941 willies. Bought it for a project but new additions to family will prohibit extra money.
Have two extra tubs for it. You haul.
$600 obo.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
It’s pretty stock and includes a weathered push bumper.
“BARN YARD FIND! Been parked for 25 years. We did not receive to much information on the vehicle. It is a 1951 Willys Jeep with a clear title. 4×4 with lockout hubs. Jeep also has a heater, which from my research is an option. I had several people look at it for me and i was told it was a cj2 or cj3, i am not sure. The mileage shows 84,278 and i dont know if that is accurate. The jeep did come with keys. It takes a 6 volt battery, but does not have one.Left door and right door are complete with glass mainly just surface rust. Both doors open good with the latch. The hard top is made by Koenig iron works MODEL # 325. On the hard top by the back window there is rust with holes on the bottom below the window by the floor. The hood does have some rust holes. Oil looks good. Still has anti-freeze also.Everything under the hood does look complete. Frame looks good for its year. Windshield has surface rust around it. Drivers windshield has white stuuf on the bottom of it. Clutch and brake pedal feel like they are good. Body and floors very rusty. 5 denman N.D.T. tires (non directional tires), tires look good, spare tire has never been down, did not need to add air when we picked it up,”
UPDATE: Still Available
(10/29/2012) This has some rust patches, but still might be worth a look.
“1960 Willy’s CJ3B with Myers Plow
All Original 15,400 miles
Family owned since new, was used to plow driveway
Garage Kept
Ready for restoration
Comes with Meyer Plow
Original top and interior
Run, drives, stops – last inspected 2008
Body has rust and patches, restored several years ago
Call 412-760-0758”
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/3506718846.html
This looks good from a distance, but does have a few issues that need some attention. Note the enlarged rear wheel wells.
“Great looking, nice driving Willys wagon for sale.
It has a small block Chevy. Not sure if it is a 283, 327 or ??? has a one barrel carb, and runs nice
3spd manual transmission
4×4 with low range
True dual exhaust, sounds great
Will cruise at 65-70 comfortably
Recent brake overhaul
Recent tires
Winch included (not mounted)
Original oak bed strips have been refinished
Can be driven daily, and gets lots of attention.
Clean box “A” title, showing 55141miles but the speedometer / odometer are not currently working
The windshield wipers do not work, the wiper motor is missing
The right front turn signal is not working
We have not been able to verify if the overdrive works or not, we do not know how to work it.
Several pieces of glass are cracked. (see pictures)
The hood has some minor damage at the back edge (see pictures)
Some of the chrome trim in the grill is bubbling and pealing (see pictures)
Call for more details
602-331-3669″
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UPDATE: Back on eBay
(12/11/2012) I like this as a trailer. Might make an interesting project.
“1950’s military wiremans box dual rear doors and no rust. This box would make awesome look on early truck. This unit is heavy duty and made to military type spec. It comes on a trailer.”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Transition Jeep? I’ve never heard that term used.
“Transition Jeep made by Ford. Originally had Ford flathead motor. Now has Willys motor that runs. Drive chain intact. $1500.00/obo.”
UPDATE **SOLD** Was $17,777
(08/11/2011) Looks nice.
“Classic 1948 Willys Jeep
48,459 miles!!!!
Antique/Collectable
Runs Like New”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
This runs and drives. I am sure the steps are strong enough to support the rollcage should it roll, right? It’s possible that is a CJ-5 cage someone had jury rigged into place.
“1946 Willy’s with original flat head motor. this unit starts and drives. No low ball offers.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
Hard to see $2000 of value here.
UPDATE: Still Available
(11/08/2012) I hope there are more parts than shown in the picture.
“lots of new parts 3600 is what i have in it . i have all of the jeep the tub is the only thing not useable
the frame has been sandblasted and prime and panted all new brake lines ,master,wheels cyc
all seals been done new tires and the rims come off a 1980 powder coated , i did add more parts from the last post
send me a email with a phone no. and ill get back asap”
http://morgantown.craigslist.org/cto/3506876514.html
UPDATE: Back on eBay
(12/20/2012) It’s a project.
“picked up as a started project that sat for a long time, i did quite a bit of work to it as you can see in the pictures but have taken on too many projects lately and have to let one go to allow time for the others, the pictures are worth a thousand words, please feel free to ask any questions you may have.
Thanks andy, I have a clear title in my hand.”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000
Not perfect, but might be good for the price.
“Very rare oppertunity to buy a very very early running wartime willys jeep
one of only a few hundred reputed to have survived worldwide
$6,000 absolute firm
Clear title in hand
Genuine collectors will know exactly what this is !!!!
No trades,scams or any other dreamers/ tire kickers/picture collectors etc
jeep currently in storage in houston texas
Cash only”
This has potential. It runs and drives, too.
“For sale i have a 56 cj-3b original drivetrain runs and drives fine. Body is kinda rough, but frame is very good. Good for possible restoration or parts $500 obo 860- 3346767 Jon”
http://newlondon.craigslist.org/cto/3505272771.html
Die Vier im Jeep (Four in a Jeep) was the original title of this 1951. It was filmed in Austria. Anyone seen it? I found some neat posters about it. Here’s more on Wikipedia.
“In post-war Vienna, occupied by the Allies, four sergeants representing each of the occupying nations (USA, England, France, Soviet Union)patrol in the same Jeep. One day they are given the mission to capture and arrest a prisoner who has run away from a Soviet war prisoner camp. But when they learn the truth about Karl, the runaway, and Franziska, his wife, they decide to help him instead. The trouble is that the Soviet sergeant is held on a short leash by his superiors. He has strict orders not to let the fugitive slip away and he comes into conflict with his fellow military policemen. In these conditions, Will Karl and Franziska be reunited and live free again?”
You can find Four In A Jeep: Director’s Cut at Amazon.com
I found a variety of posters at comicartfans.com. These were all posted by the owner of the originals, Roy Mann.
The Catholic Herald Newspaper published this photo on page one of the November 17, 1944, issue. The caption reads, “MASS ON A JEEP! Troops of the West Yorks Regiment attending Mass conducted by Chaplain J. Nolan, of Bradford, Yorkshire, in a jungle clearing in Manipur State.”
