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Here’s a militarized CJ-2A at an auction on November 17, 2012.
http://classicauctions.com/auctions/2012/11-17-12/index.php
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1100.
(10/16/2012) Ed forwarded me the following information, “i have a 55 willys in excellent shape all original except seats. mmotor runs and has only 38000 miles (orig). my neighbor owned it and gave it to me for work on 51 ford. i dont have title but if i could find serial number on frame i can get papers. i want 1500.00 cash and you can take it away”
UPDATE: Kudos to Greg Zyla for updating his column with the history corrections I suggested. You can read about it here: http://www.hamburgreporter.com/article/20121105/NEWS/121109944/-1/sports
(Published 10/30/2012)
I ran across this article about Jeep History: http://www.enterprisenews.com/lifestyle/columnists/x255960865/Greg-Zyla-Jeep-American-Bantam-and-Willys-Overland
If you read the article, you will see there are a few of the usual historical errors. I wrote a letter to the author with some thoughts on corrections. I’ve included them below to help those that aren’t as familiar with jeep history. I’ve also included them just in case I got something wrong.
1. The first jeep sold by Willys-Overland in 1945 to the public was the Willys CJ-2A. Very Early CJ-2A production units used some left over parts from the military versions, making VEC CJ-2As highly collectible among civilian jeep collectors.
2. The Willys Quad was the first prototype Willys-Overland developed in 1940 (the second Prototype was the Willys MA).
3. The Willys Quad wasn’t exactly a ‘copy’ of the Bantam BRC, although there were similarities, partly because Willys got to look at the Bantam plans before shipping the Quad.
4. Ford’s first Prototype was the Ford Pygmy. A second prototype was the Ford Budd (http://www.ewillys.com/2009/03/12/the-1940-buddy-a-ford-pygmybudd-prototype/ ). Their third prototype was the Ford GP (which doesn’t stand for General Purpose, but for G=Goverment and P=80″ Wheelbase). The WWII production jeep was the Ford GPW (the W standing for Willys Design).
5. Willys and Ford battled over the name Jeep. Willys didn’t win the right to use the name Jeep until the 1950s, which is the reason the hood and windshields of the CJ-2As and the CJ-3As were stamped Willys. There are a few rare CJ-2s that are stamped “JEEP” ( http://www.willys-overland.com/index.htm ).
6. While the original Bantam BRC is considered the first jeep, the jeep in the photo accompanying the article is a Bantam BRC-40 which was the third Prototype. (see the three different bantams here http://www.ewillys.com/2011/08/14/the-three-bantams-brc-brc-60-and-brc-40/ )
7. I am not aware that Bantam imported parts from England. I will have have to ask some friends about that.
8. Despite having arguably the worst of the three designs, Ford initially won the Army Quartermaster contract. However, there was enough push-back that the contract was transferred to Willys-Overland and Ford assigned as a second-source status.
NOTE: After reading this again, I probably should change the term prototype type to pilot for everything but the BRC, as the BRC was the real prototype/proof of concept, but that’s a little nit-picky for our purposes.
Steve spotted this YouTube video segment about MD Juan.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlILVINpOkk&feature=related
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
These are unusual.
“Very old jeep decal for the American Legion affiliated womens organization “Twenty and Four, The Honor Society of Women Legionnaires”. The installation instructions are on the back along with the manufacturers name and address which predates zip codes, so this must be from the early 1960s at the latest. It is 6 1/2″ by 4″ and has two jeep decals. The lower left corner has been bent once. Otherwise this great image would be excellent.”
This is the first I’ve seen one of these.
“vintage (late 60’s, early 70’s) illco toy battery operated army turret jeep, multi action with real ‘ack-ack’ sound machine gun, tested but not working consistently (maybe a loose wire connection, typical for these kind of vintage toys, battery compartment clean), measures about 10.5″ long, comes with original box that is in great condition with very little wear, great display piece. This piece is beautiful and looks brand new. I have not seen many like it and it would make a great addition to a collection. Bid with confidence, I only sell high quality vintage items.”
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This is a neat business card holder.
“This is a New very high quality and beautifully sculpted Pewter Business card holder. This sits on your desk and you put your business cards in it. It is a very catchy little model. I have one on my parts counter and get comments daily about it. It is very detailed all the way down to the combat wheel bolts and radiator fins. These are all hand made and are three inches wide and two inches deep and 1 3/4 tall. They hold around 15 cards. I have a very limited supply of these so don’t miss your chance at a very cool little model. These are very classy! QTM Parts”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was auctioned on eBay
” Ford Script GPW #7258 D.O.D. 3-20-42
Still has an original T-84 Ford transmission, Ford transfer case and parking brake assembly, I pressure washed the frame and it is in excellent condition. It is a Jeep Willys frame with a GPW serial number 7258, original leaf springs are still intact along with the original rears. The engine does not turn over by hand but is full of oil.
The body is in fair condition and is restorable in my opinion.
This GPW also comes with a Maryland title!!
If you are going to be an International bidder you are %100 responsible for the transportation and shipping of the vehicle.
I hope it gets into the right hands for a proper restoration any other questions just ask I will try and answer them to the best of my knowledge.”
UPDATE: **SOLD* Was listed at $6995.
(11/05/2012) This looks good.
“Classic 1965 Jeep! Basically a one owner car, with the title passed on to a family member. Inspected and runs well, all 23,632 miles are original! Take a look at the pictures, and then come take it for a drive!!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was listed at $6000. It sold quickly.
This looks good.
“1946 CJ2A Jeep, completely rebuilt frame off, new wheel cylinders, new brakes, new body, new paint, new glass in windshield, seats redone, all running gears work as they should including 4 whel drive, all instruments work, original engine runs great, new gas tank, winch and tow bar. Ready for Deer season.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000
This looks good. It appears to have an axle upgrade of some type.
“Runs excellent. Call for details.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This appear solid, but is missing front parking lights and windshield wipers at the very least.
“This is a 1947 fun and ready to go 4×4. This jeep can make it just about anywhere. Engine runs great, tires in good shape.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
(07/20/2012) Hard to see much from the pic. It runs and drives, but not ready for the road.
“1951 WILLY’S JEEP
CJ-3b MODEL
4X4
DAUNTLESS 225
SOLID FRAME
BODY SO-SO BUT LOTS TO WORK WITH.
PLOW MOUNT
IT’S BEEN STORED IN MY BARN FOR THE LAST TEN YEARS. IF I HAVE NOT DONE ANYTHING WITH IT FOR 10 YEARS… PROBABLY TIME TO LET IT GO TO A NEW HOME. IT DOES RUN AND DRIVE BUT I DO NOT THINK ANYBODY WOULD BE SILLY ENOUGH TO DRIVE IT HOME. WILL NEED A BATTERY AND A DECENT INTERIOR. SUPER PLATFORM FOR AN EASY RESTORATION. LISTED FOR 2 DAYS OR UNTIL IT SELLS.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $18000
The engine looks nice.
“1948 willys panel, big block chevy 468 turbo 400. Mustang 2 front end, rear is a chevy c-10 set up. All on air ride. Interior still needs to be done. Runs an drives, very reliable. Any question email call or text”
UPDATE:**SOLD** Was $1400.
No title and missing tranny/tc.”Neat truck that needs a lot of work. Very rare. Missing trans and transfer case. No title, it came from Missouri. I will write bill of sale. May part out. Make offer on parts or whole.”
Chris has his jeep for sale. (Chris, I tried to email you back, but it wouldn’t go through.)
“i have a 1952 willys m38a1 military jeep. this jeep has the original f head 4 cylinder motor with original drive train with 538 gears in the axels. this jeep has been converted to 12 volt but could easily be converted back to 24 volt if you wanted to. the motor is currently not running but it would not take much to get it running. this jeep has a good solid aluminum hard top with the door and all glass is in good condition. this jeep has very little rust for it age. asking $4000 or best offer. if interested call or text chris at 404-392-9826”
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/wat/cto/3355472776.html
No pics provided.
“I have a 1955 Willys jeep 4×4 with a 289 engine and 33 inch tires… Text me if interested…575-590-0705 I have pics… NO TRADES”
This would make a nice little jeep if you have an engine to put into it.
“This is a 1970 jeep cj5 that is in good shape. The body is in good shape with a couple little rust spots. The hat channels are perfect. The frame is very nice. This has the 27 front and the very desirable offset flanged 44 rear both with 4.27 gearing. It has a new 2.5 inch lift kit with new shocks and brand new 33” tires and wheels. The previous owner pulled the four cylinder for a sbc swap that never happened. I have a f head but its stuck and may only be good for parts. The windshield frame is beautiful and the glass is good. The seats are tattered but could be used as is. I want 1000 very firm and I have a clear title in hand. 509-261-0306 ”
http://yakima.craigslist.org/cto/3386330310.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $200.
That frame is thin in a few plates.
“52 willys frame with axles and wheels. Rear of the frame is getting a little thin. One spot of rot is shown in the pictures. Has a plow frame attached. The front bumper is coated in rubber. Looks like it could have been an aftermarket plow kit”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2700
(09/28/2012) This looks solid.
“1949 CJ3A Willys Jeep – Buick V-6 T-90 3spd, T-18 dual lever transfer case, low geared. Great hunting rig, tow bar, good top, gun rack, street legal. $2,700.00 OBO.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000
(10/28/2012) This is just the body and body parts for sale.
“1950 CJ3a Body
Includes tub, tailgate, roll bar, seats, hood, windshield, grill, and wheels.
Body has bondo and a little rust. Will not separate. Has VIN plate and title.”
I found this neat video of SEEPS in action on YouTube. The look like they are going faster than I thought they would travel.
UPDATE: Tim commented that this is not Les.
The owner of this slide from Flickr thinks it might be a photograph of a young Les Schwab. I have his biography, which was very interesting, but it is packed in a box somewhere. This was one of a pile of slides the seller bought on eBay.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/46064258@N08/5504223071/
This has a variety of interesting modifications.
“HERE IS A SURVIVING 1959 WILLYS JEEP FC-170 (FOWARD CONTROL) 3 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION WITH OVERDRIVE 4X4 THE JEEP HAS A FORD 260 V.8 THIS JEEP DOES RUN AND DRIVE IT ALSO HAS A AIR COMPRESSOR THAT WORKS ENGAGES IN 4X4 HAS A CUSTOM BED AND CAMPER THIS IS A PROJECT JEEP MOSTLY COSMETIC RUNS AND DRIVES WELL IT DOES HAVE SOME RUST ISSUES AS SEEN ON PICTURES BELOW GREAT FOR DRIVING THE WAY IT IS OR RESTORING IT HAS TOW PACKAGE GREAT FOR HUNTING OR FISHING GREAT CLASSIC WILLYS DONT MISS OUT ON THIS ONE CLEAR CALIFORNIA TITLE”
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UPDATE: Pics provided. It’s a mix of parts.
“GPW 1942 Ford (Jeep). I used to drive this truck not too long ago maybe 2 years and then I just pretty much send it to a “storage” yard and my wheels got stolen. I just want to get some money for it. It only need wheels. It got everything stock. Call or text Carlos at: 240, four 17 ,Four 664. thanks. Cash please I got a Clean title in hand. Thanks.”
http://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/3384597821.html
