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This image comes from Dreamstime.com, a royalty-free (though not all free) stock photography website. There are a variety of jeep images there too. You can see all the images at http://www.dreamstime.com/royalty-free-stock-photography-playground-toy-image14938897
Here’s another playground jeep-styled toy I found on Flicker.
Gerald forwarded me an email about this unusual car. Built for the 1940 World Fair, this transparent 1939 Pontiac Deluxe Six was sold at auction for $388,000 in the summer of 2011. This is the first time I’ve seen it. You can read more at Hemmings:
“The 1939 Pontiac Deluxe Six “Ghost Car,” first displayed at the New York World’s Fair and later at the Smithsonian Institution, was sold Saturday for $308,000.
Originally built for $25,000, the car with a Plexiglas body was the first transparent car built in America . Another was built the following year, but its whereabouts are unknown.
“This is the only one known to exist,” said Alain Squindo, a car specialist for RM Auctions, which held the auction for the “Ghost Car” and other specialty vehicles in Plymouth , Mich. “It’s a very original car.”
The Ghost Car was first displayed at the 1939/1940 New York World’s Fair, Squindo said. It toured a number of dealerships, and then was at the Smithsonian in Washington , D.C. for a number of years.
It has been owned by the same family since the 1980s. “They were rather sad to see their beloved car go,” Squindo said. He could not disclose the name of the buyer.
The car has 86 miles on it, picked up by being driven in and out of dealerships for displays. It was a collaboration between GM and Rohm & Haas chemical company, which made the Plexiglas. Structural metal underneath was given a copper wash and all hardware, including the dashboard was chrome-plated.”
UPDATE: It turns out this picture is from the book “Jeepen i Sverige”. I discovered this connection on a thread at G503.com.
Here are some more pictures from the “Jeepen i Sverige”: http://cj3b.info/Finds/FindsSweden.html (looks like a very interesting book!)
Original Post 04/28/2012:
Buz discovered this image on FLICKR. Despite looking like a ww2 photo, this was taken in 2008 by ‘Magnus’. According to the caption, the Willys MB lies in a marshland in a forest, “it was dumped there on the ice during winter, in hope that it would sink in the summer.” This is somewhere in Sweden. It sure looks like there are salvageable parts on it.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/32687125@N05/3297206639
Two and a half years ago Kevin purchased a solid fixer-upper wagon out of Conifer, Co, that he saw on eWillys and had it shipped to Georgia. Despite battling a few health issues, Kevin managed to complete his wagon build. Even better, in one week he expects to embark on a trip to a place he’d never heard of prior to launching his build; he’s headed to Moab, Ut, for the 3rd Annual Willys Overland Rally.
Not only does he have a chance to share this adventure with his children, but he also plans to adapt his wagon so that his daughter, who uses a wheelchair, can “get some gravel in her travel”.
I hope you have a grand adventure Kevin! Congrats on your wagon!
Buz spotted this flatfender online from the 2012 Good Guys Del Mar car show. I’m not sure if this is a drag or just a hot rod jeep.
http://public.fotki.com/wackydave/car_shows/car-shows-2012/goodguys-del-mar-na-1/page9.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price.
Here is a CJ-2A that was for sale at a garage sale. It looks in very good condition. The garage sale was May 4th and 5th. It might be still available.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500
“Bought this as an off roading project and later on I bought a 4×4 ATV, so I no longer need this. Has no engine, but has the rest of the drive train. Has no wiring at all, but most else is there. Also has a very beat up hard top. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500
This looks like a nice flattie.
“1942 Jeep. (Willys) . Registered as 1949. Rebuilt Chevy 350 V-8. Runs great, can drive anywhere.$5500.00. About $10,000.00 invested”
I wonder if it runs?
“1952 Willy Jeep. Needs work but lots of potential for the right buyer
$2000 OBO
Call with questions
Jon 503-333-6799”
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/3000230607.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
Looks like a solid rig.
“1947 Willy’s Jeep completly restored and ready to go.
Built Motor
Lockers front and rear
538 gears
Automatic
5 point racing seats
10,000 pound warren wench
roll bar
32 inch super swampers with 80% tred
This jeep is great and fun for the whole family with endless power. I hate to sell but because of hard times I have to. Willing to talk about trading”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Some assembly required.
“1962 CJ3B, (high hood) project…. the body, fenders, grill, tailgate, and hood are all straight and in good condition. Currently does not run. Motor has been taken out and needs to be rebuilt, transmission stuck in neutral also may need rebuilt.. has adaptor and bell housing for 225 v6 installed i also have the origanal bellhousing. jeep has full rollcage. also have other extra parts. I just have no time to build this jeep. $1500. obo will consider part trade for any 2nd amendment goods.
Has Title signed and ready to go. may deliver on west side for the right price.”
No pics provided.
“fiberglass jeep GRILL for a cj2a. 916 208-0727”
This looks like a good price. It does need some work. Anyone recognize the hubs? I can’t quite tell what they are.
“Original engine runs good needs front brakes. I need to sell it no time to play with it. call Mario if interested 619 259-4619.”
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/cto/3000053830.html
This could use some work and paint.
“1945 flat floor, 2pc combat wheels. Titled, new 600-16 tires, runs great, owned for 20yrs, topical cabin heater with artic insulated top Call Dan at 651-380-4828 Let’s deal! I’m only post for him.”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/dak/cto/2999386823.html
There’s been some good work done on this jeep …. and then there are the bumpers.
“This is the first year of the “CJ” (Civilian Jeep) after WWII. This Willys Jeep has been fully restored and upgraded in several areas. The entire stock drive-train (flat-head 4 cylinder engine, 3 speed transmission, transfer case, drive shafts, and axles) has been rebuilt and restored. The chassis, including all the steering gear and leaf springs has been refurbished. The body is new and rust free. The electrical system has been converted to 12 volts and all the wiring and switches, etc. are new. A modern package of 6 AutoMeter gauges is installed. Late model Jeep seats with seat belts are installed. A new Bestop convertible top is included. Five new 15 inch wheels wear new BFG 235/75 All-Terrain Radial T/A tires. The front and rear are guarded by custom built double tube bumpers with integral hitch receivers.”
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/2999413758.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
Well, besides the fact that M-38s weren’t made in 1949, this doesn’t look anything like a M-38. Given what appears to be full floaters in the rear and no drain hole in the side, I’d guess this is more of a CJ-2A/MB hybrid.
“This is a nice m38 Willys jeep. I have the full top and also bikini top for it. I just had the starter rebuilt and relaxed the starter sylenoid. It runs and drives good and the 4 wheel drive works great. This is a original m38 and still has the floor bracket for a heavy machine gun mount. I also have a original set of Willys wheels with military tires and brand new tubes that go with it.”
I believe this is the first muffler I have ever seen installed in the engine compartment; the only problem is that it is installed on the intake side of things rather than the exhaust side.
“FOR SALE A 1946 CJ2 WILLYS IN GOOD CONDITION READY TO GO EVERITHING WORKS NO PROBLEM NO RUST FLAT HEAD, 4 CILYNDER ENGINE, 3 SPEED, 2 SPEED TRANSFERCASE, FACTORY PTO WINCH 8000 LBS RANSEY CALL JC AT 305 216-9180”
http://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/cto/3000034411.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(05/02/2012) It runs and drives, but doesn’t stop.
“951 Willys CJ3A Jeep, No title, runs/drives, motor smokes, but sounds good, does not stop needs brakes, body is nice, will need floors patched. Comes with many parts: another 3A tub, (2)3A frames, front and rear diff’s. and all new brake parts. Tires in pic not included
asking $1200
call or text 319 415 9917”
http://cedarrapids.craigslist.org/cto/2999839125.html
John is looking for a truck bed near Central Oregon. Contact him at jsw2244 at yahoo.com if you have something.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000
Not 100% original, but looks very nice.
“Restored 1948 Willys Jeepster. Starts and runs great. Restored in late ’80s. General Motors Automatic 6-cylinder. Has been stored inside and well-cared for.”
This runs. It has an inline six.
“Early CJ-series Willy’s in working condition. Has 6 cylinder Kaiser Supersonic Engine (not original probably came from a vintage Henry J) and a original 6 volt system. New seats, rebuilt carburator and new tires (plus new spare). Most non-original modifications removed to simulate exact version that became the M-38. Cash only. Drive or tow away with 1 3/8″ hitch. Cash only. Moving out of state have to part with my toy.”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/3000157282.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $650.
If all in good shape, it might be a good price.
“For Sale 4-speed SM420 transmission with granny 7.04:1 first gear mated via Advanced Adapters (PN# 50-2401) to a Dana 18 transfer case with the large 1.25″ intermediate shaft. This is the ultimate set up for short wheel base Jeeps. I had this drive train in my Willys Jeep and it worked great. Comes complete with shifters, cross member mount, and output yokes. The tranny and T-case were rebuilt a few years back. I have since moved to a longer wheelbase jeep and switched this out for a Dana 300.”
Body is fiberglass.
“1948 Willys CJ2A Older Restoration newer fiberglass body set up now for plowing,electric hydralic pump, two way plow, heavy duty alternator and new battery. New transmission and clutch 3 years ago. Runs good!”
http://hartford.craigslist.org/cto/3000322904.html
No pics provided.
“I took this Jeep out from an old barn in P.A. that was stored for 25 years. I can show you pictures. Although has its share of rust, its all there and so is the motor. I havent had it running but the gentleman I purchased it from had it cranking days prior to the sale. Very cool and awesome project piece. It has a gray/blue airforce looking paint under a olive green paint job. Not exactly sure what I have but very cool and sharp looking. I will try and get pictures a.s.a.p. 848-203-7856”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5000
(02/11/2012) This looks good.
“1946 Jeep Willys CJ-2A, highly modified, great in rocks, 225ci odd fire V6, Dana 30 front, 44 rear,Lockrite lockers, Warn T98 trans w/6.38 granny low Warn 8274 winch, front disc brakes, runs good!! 480-686-3420”
http://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/2998840454.html
