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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: Price dropped to $7500.
(06/18/2022) This has a a variety of mods.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1029993830974263/
“1946 Willy’s Jeep RUNS GREAT! Original transmission. Chevy 350 engine New tires & rims New carburador New radiator Mileage unknown Not fancy, but super cool! No trades”
Maybe someone can use this rebuilt chassis.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/5121736737913839/
“M38A1 Restored frame new brake system,rebuilt steering ready for body installation”
UPDATE: Still available.
(06/18/2022) Unclear how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/582818486841724
“46 willys flat fender project. I bought this a few years ago with the intentions of restoring it never found the time don’t foresee the time in the near future so I figured I’d let somebody else have a go at it it has the 231 Buick V6 original transmission three stick would make a fun project for somebody”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/05/2022) These are projects or parts, but look to be a good price. Thanks to Andy for spotting this ad.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/388957919788202
“the one on the right with the turf wheels. Needs everything repaired or restored and missing pieces found, Willys L134 engine, T-90 tranny model 18 t case, spicer 442-1 rear diff. Check them out on the empire facebook page or empire website.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(06/24/2022) Not much value here. Not much floor left.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1087436905211603
“Heap of a Jeep CJ2A. Dad’s old Jeep that’s been owned since 1960. Been sitting outside and completely rusted out. Has a title, the T-90 transmission and both differentials plus transfer case. It is what it is has a good hood, grille, fenders and tailgate. It’s junk but this kind of junk has some value so come get it.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $900.
(05/02/2022) Given the indents and the full floaters, this might have been a 1945. If there was a column shift, it’s been replaced with a floor shifter. Just one pic provided.
“46 CJ2A runs drives and stops. I have the original gauges in a box. She needs a new tub and body package. A rewire once you have the tub off. I’m trying to not loose too much money. My mechanic retired and I don’t have the tools to finish her. More pictures available upon request. She’s been parked in the barn for a while I’ll have to drive her out to get better pictures. Not selling because I need money just want someone to finish her.”
Mike shared a newspaper ad related to his job as a newspaper carrier. He purchased and drove a Jeep Fleetvan to deliver the newspapers.
He writes, “I drove this Jeep Fleetvan for many years, working for Suburban Newsdealers, Clifton NJ. Back then, (late 70’s early 80’s) there was “loose talk” about newspapers being delivered to your home by computer, nobody believed it.
This was a company I worked for in the late 60’s, in NJ common practice to have motor routes home delivering close to 1000 copies a day. The guy I worked for had 2 fleetvans, one for parts. Both eventually ended up in the junk yard up the street from where I worked. I wanted to drag it home but no place to store it, besides, my dad would of had a S__T fit.”
This video highlights the Day 4 adventures from the Fall colors tour in Colorado.
Here’s an unusual contest prize: a new jeep truck with a tow package that included a Canfield wrecker setup along with a Canfield push plate on the front. This grand prize was awarded to the person would created the best cartoon featuring “Wiry Joe”. The Crescent company was the maker of Wiry Joe automotive wire and cable products. It tried to find out more, but all I could unearth was that someone in Rhode Island won one of the cameras.
The ad is priced at $19.97, while the whole magazine can be purchased for $10.99 (or less).
View all the information on ebay
UPDATE: Here’s another dealer-oriented ad, this time from 1953:
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Originally published May 27, 2022: I’ve never seen these ads. They appear to be focused on dealers. It’s unclear where these were published. The seller has a variety of other more standard, consumer-oriented ads.
2 View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Bill shared this early M-38A1 for sale. If that’s an original body, it’s in great shape.
“1952 M38A1 Military Jeep Parade Quality
This a dry country vehicle based in Texas and Arizona
Excellent condition runs and drives well
Street legal
4X4 high and low with lock outs
New Carburetor
New Brakes
New Batteries
Windshield Wipers are manual
Tires are excellent
Fresh service and grease
New plugs ,Distributor,Plug wires, points,condenser, and coil.
24 volt Military system with water proof wiring.
Mileage is showing 40782
Everything works with the exception of front Blackout Lights , Vacuum Wipers , Horn, and Fuel Gauge .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
If you like oddball 4wd vehicles, Bill shared this rare Suzuki that’s currently on eBay.
1972 Suzuki LJ20 4×4
Sometimes referred to as Brute or Jimny
Oklahoma title in my name (sold as is) This is a 50 year old classic vehicle!
Very little rust in floor pan, one rust hole near seat mount (about playing card size)
Rust where original battery mount was. See pic.
Can help as needed to load for U-ship or other transport
Thought to be correct vintage TEN “seek and scan” Suzuki radio Can manually get a station, but weak….very rare accessory!
Tire mounted on the rear is more like the original tire “look”. This is a 5.50-16 tire very similar to what was original equipment. All the original wheels on the jeep are 16 inch. This rear mounted spare tire is an inexpensive option, as it is a tractor front tire. Check prices on eBay tractor 5.50-16 tires for off road use, if you want to go for an original look!
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David shared this ad. It looks to be some of the parts for a CJ-5 Kelly hardtop. However, I do not see pics of the rear door or the top portion of the top.
https://ventura.craigslist.org/pts/d/ventura-old-jeep-parts/7503708284.html
“These fit a 60s to 70s jeep m38 or cj5 these may be the only metal doors like these in the entire state of California, they both need door handles and the window mechanism works just fine and the window glass is in perfect condition also they do make after market doors handles for these doors.”
This brochure is from 1958, which might make it one of the earliest brochures. It was posted to Facebook by Richard Harper, which came from Sam Higginbotham.
This seems worth a look.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/seattle-1948-willys-jeep/7506413787.html
“1948 Willy’s jeep. All stock with good running engine. I drive this jeep all the time. It is very reliable. It does have some rust like under the tool box. It’s just a good old honest jeep.”
There see3ms to be value here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1081397242799854
“1949 jeep willys project motor was supposed to have been rebuilt previous owner No title but the brass tags are there located in liberty, ny”
This may be unrestored, though the engine was rebuilt.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/ctd/d/mount-vernon-1952-willys-m38-army-jeep/7505459888.html
“4 Cylinder “Go Devil” Engine
Manual Transmission
4×4
24 Volt Military Electronics
Locking Hubs
15k Miles Since Army Engine Rebuild
Everything Works
Runs And Drives Super!
Ready For Work, Play, Or a Good Fight!
When Imitations Won’t Do!
Life Is Short – Have Fun!”
Tom shared this ad. It’s the dimpled version of the hubs (the earlier version is waffled).
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/814188986408060/
The current bid is $2900. I think the auction goes until September 7, 2022.
Miles: 92 on odometer
VIN: 5633715606
Engine
Cylinders: 4
Fuel type: Gas
Transmission
T90
Manual
Speed: 3
Tires
Size: 185/75R14
Notes
Odometer replaced
Non-operational windshield wipers
Has an updated engine.
https://yakima.craigslist.org/pts/d/yakima-1948-willys/7504401220.html
“1948 jeep willys runs but still needs work has new carb, fuel pump, water pump, break master cylinder. Has 200ci ford 6cly title from a 44 willys”
This may be a good price.
https://spokane.craigslist.org/pts/d/cocolalla-jeep-speed-and-case/7494634784.html
“Jeep T-98 4 speed transmission
Spicer 18 transfer case
Warn overdrive
Was installed in an early CJ 5
Looks good on the inside.
All gears look good and no rust.”
No pics provided. It has a custom cab and a truck bed on it. This might be some type of CJ-2L.
https://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/d/oldtown-1948-willys-jeep/7504412199.html
“1948 Willys Jeep needs some new rocks to crawl on and trees to climb up the side of. Running when it was parked 10 years ago at its present location Original flat 4 full custom cab and a pickup bed installed. Used as an all purpose vehicle on a Christmas tree farm. Low miles for many happy years. $1500 In rough condition”
I suspect someone could use this top.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/493678225844841
“Complete with all brackets bows and windshield thumb screws you won’t need to buy anything to install. US made not china junk.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(06/30/2022) This has a variety of updates.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clc/cto/d/boring-1952-willys-jeep-cj/7502911989.html
“Super clean Jeep here! Nice leather seats, roll bar, soft top with doors and zip outs. It was upgraded to a 12 volt system with an alternator. Has power steering, heater, and nice sounding exhaust. No rust in the body. Comes with 5 brand new Yokohama MT’s and Aluminum Wheels. Has spare mounted on a receiver for back or front bumper. Has additional rear fuel tank. Has warn overdrive, and manual locking hubs, good brakes, and new windshield. Starts right up, the Buick V-6 runs great, plenty of power. It is a 3-speed manual and the clutch is in good shape, very positive and no slip. Comes with tow bar as well. Less than 60,000 miles. All the lights work, and it has a clean title. Price is OBO, so feel free to make a fair offer, but please consider how rare these are and especially in this condition.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $250.
There may be some parts value here.
“For sale a very rough willys cj2a with NO TITLE. The engine was free as little as 5 years ago. Not sure its current state. The tranny shifted through all gears clutch was working. Obvoiusly this thing is pretty well roached. Not suw how many usable if any parts are on this thing. But id love to give someone a chance to grab it before it goes to the scrap pile”