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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.
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UPDATE: Still Available
This has been available since 2009.
“1945 Ford GPW Flatfender
Project Vehicle
I ran out of time.
Had it running once then tore it apart and never went back.
E-mail with questions
Have Willy’s engine and T-84 Tranny to go with it.”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/2589368458.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500
(01/02/2011) This appears to have an unusual bar on the passenger side spanning across the rear wheel well.
“I have the title in hand, with current registered black plates.
This is a nice old jeep. It has a Willys MB hood. This was one of the first Ford keeps made. The frame serial number is GPW 10792* (yes it is a star, not a missing number) The body does not have a serial number, which is correct for the early 42 jeeps. The motor serial is 171304, so it isn’t the original motor but it is still the correct L134
It has a Volvo gas tank behind the seats in the cargo area. The steering column and seats are vw.
The body and undercarriage are solid.
I had the starter rebuilt last year.
Has locking/non-locking front axle so it can be towed. Also has light hookup like a trailer for towing.
Has a black top and doors that come with it.
The bad- I had ezlube change the oil and 2 months later, I found out the oil had been leaking out of the drain plug. I found out when the motor stopped running. This just happened in mid August. Prior to this, I had put a new battery in it and used it daily for a 12 mile commute. Tranny and 4wd work great.”
Roberto has been restoring a ‘FrankenJeep’ CJ-3A and capturing some of it on video. Thanks for sharing these Roberto!
Here are links to all 7 videos:
Video 1:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SzjqGRRHaIc
Video 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2lAtRUUm0s
Video 3: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gQF4vSnevk
Video 4: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjF8O4qlENE
Video 5: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Ht8yDDywgs
Video 6: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiegdIb_3Kk
Video 7: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYrG0EyiWm0
Brendan from This Old Jeep asked me to put the word out about a soccer team fundraiser that includes a teen who built a very nice Willys Truck. You can learn more about it here. The goal is to raise $300 for the club, but a side goal is to get as many classic jeeps there as possible.
The event takes place at Saturday Oct. 1st 2011. 11am-2pm perryville Outlets Center Heather Ln Perryville Md. www.perryvilleoutletcenter.com This venue is just off of I95 at exit 93 so its easy to get to for most of us east coast guys. Registration starts at 9am.
It runs and drives.
“1947 Willys 100% stock. about 50,000 original miles.
Run and Drives But Needs Restoration!
Comes with Hardtop and 1949 homemade 4×6 trailer with cover.
The folks we got it from bought it in 1948 and used it to deliver newspapers.
We have the title for the Jeep but not the trailer.
$1,700
425-334-0954”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/2593999806.html
Hard to see much in these pics, expect that the engine has been changed.
“I have a 51 willy jeep. Comes with hard top and doors. Asking 3500 OBO. Email or Call (503)852-7726.”
http://portland.craigslist.org/yam/cto/2592415719.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
Needs some work.
“1955 Williys Flat Bed Dump. Gear driven PTO, 4 barrel, small block chevy, 3 speed manual, runs but needs carb work, clutch has issues and does not work, wheel base stretched to 11 feet, 10,000 pound winch mounted on bed, 4 weel drive works well. email for more info”
A reader asked me the following question and i didn’t know the answer.
“Can the the fold down split windshields and solid windshield be interchanged without mods?”
A reader wondered why the price was so high. I wonder that too.
“Original Owner, 1948 Willys Jeep, CJ2A. This is an original owner vehicle that has been in the family since new, for 63 years. It has the original tires, top, and all other equipment as it did when it was picked up at the Jeep/Mack dealer in 1948. This vehicle has been kept in near pristine condition with no rust or dents. Still titled in the original owners name. The like new original owners manual is also included in the sale. This vehicle has been driven between 250-300 miles per year its whole life. It has about 150 miles on it so far this year. This is a once in a lifetime barn-find American icon that even has the only option available in 1948 which is all of the chrome beauty rings on the wheels and the spare.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
Some updates were done to this.
“1947 Willys Jeep. Starts, Runs and Drives. Needs some TLC. Amateur Restoration done by previous owner. I don’t know a ton about it, but it is alot of fun. We simply don’t use it anymore – time for someone else to enjoy it.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.
There appears to be value here.
“Parts Car 1964 Willys Pick Up 6 cyl Flat Head 4×4 Price to sell Let’s talk also have 61 Willys Wagon same 4×4 6 Cyl Flat Head $600 (no pics as yet).”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $900.
This looks in good shape. Needs motor.
“’58 willys jeep
no motor, has all the 4cyl. motor parts or ready for motor swap,
old pto winch, new cable on winch
$900 obo/open to trades”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1700.
This is a column shift. It’s had some body work done.
“This is 46 willys column shift…too.engine stamped GPW
It starts and runs very smooth and quiet
Needs clutch and possibly brake work.
It does not move on its own (clutch)
Alot of body panel work done…could be better but not too bad
frame great except for area in front…plow was mounted and did some damage…repairable.
Its a great start to a rare Willys but I am certain it will just sit in my barn for 20 years.”
I’ve only heard of a few flatties being stolen over the years. Keep a look out for this one.
“1946 Willys Jeep stolen from Prairie du sac Wisconsin. Was parked at the bait shop in Prairie du Sac. Very sizable REWARD to where it is. Call (608) 355-4495”
http://madison.craigslist.org/cto/2592516265.html
This looks solid.
“Good jeep has the Factory 4 cylinder flat head , Running gear ,4×4 high and low gear
The floor pan is in ggod shape runs gtreat and was not a mud truck very well taken care of
239 980 3050”
http://fortmyers.craigslist.org/lee/cto/2592865358.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1300.
(09/11/2011) Lots of project left.
“i started restoring this jeep and i simply have no time to finish. i would like to see it go to a good home. has original 134 4cyl flat head. exhaust system is bascially new. the frame is excellent, and the tub is very solid. Needs fuel lines, brakes, and some minor wiring to get going, i cleaned engine all up and i was told it ran well. I also have lots of extra parts. including a 1945 WWII military grill with headlights and blackout marker lights. another tub, pair of axles, and transmission. you can have it all for $1300. this is a very good project.”
UPDATE: Was $7100. **SOLD**
Obviously this is not “ALL ORIGINAL”. It looks solid though. (Just a few examples of mods: handles, items on front fender, front hubs, paint, rollbar, towbar, metal rectangular tube across the front frame rails — probably the frame rails have been repaired –, position of rear tire).
“WW II VETERAN HAS A 1951 WILLYS FLAT FENDER JEEP FOR SALE.HE ONLY DRIVEN IN PARADES WITH VFW POST 2590.IT IS IN GREAT SHAPE ,ALL ORIGINAL,MILITARY TIRES AND WHEELS,SPARE”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500
It looks like Terra Tires all around.
“For sale is a 1949 CJ2A Willys Jeep. Does not have original motor, it has a Buick V6 in it. In good shape, runs great.”
This has a few updates.
“1949 Willys Jeep with a 225 Buick V-6 engine. Has new tires and top, running gear has all been gone through. Front fenders are in rough shape. For more information call 509-826-5686, or email at carmenf@pctelecom.us asking $3300 obo”
http://wenatchee.craigslist.org/cto/2593666704.html
This is listed over at Hemmings.
“A full and complete body off frame was performed several years ago with a “cost no object” budget and completed the same way a high caliber major concours classic would have been done.”
http://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/dealer/willys/unspecified/1222097.html?refer=rss
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200
“1951 Willys Jeep. This has been in the family for years. Has 15 and 16 inch rims. Interior is good. Hard top. Needs work to run. This is a collector’s item. Price is $2,200 or best offer. Please email for additional information.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3300
(08/16/2011) Not a perfect restoration, but looks fun just the same.
“If you are in the market for a four wheeler but would like to be able to enjoy the ride with more than 2 people, this Jeep is for you!
It’s small enough to fit down most trails but big enough for family and friends to all enjoy!
This Willy’s runs great, along with having new shocks, alternator and has been well taken care of. I have owned it for the past 3 years, but it has been stored indoors for at least the past 10 years…since its restoration.
If interested please call 612-321-6206 and ask for Matt, thanks!”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/cto/2590676625.html
UPDATE II: **SOLD** Was $2500
UPDATE: This was listed for $1995 back in March in Hillsboro, Mo. Unclear if it is being resold or if the owner moved.
(03/02/2011) “48 willys its a mud runner 283 small block 2 speed power glide with a remote transfer runs geat drives great not street leagal ”
UPDATE: Was $2100. **SOLD**
(08/20/2011) It still needs work.
“Started a Pro Street project, but haven’t worked on for some years now
Sitting on S-10 pickup subframe
Custom built tubbed rear frame section
Winters aluminum rear end housing
Ford 9 inch 31 Splind axles
Center lined racing wheels
Seasoned large block Chevy (block only)
Top chopped 3 inches
Tilt steering column, too much to list
Sell all or part”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200
“1943 gpw chassis #155805
ACM (?) body #197030
post war engine casting #641087- needs rebuild
body in fair-good condition with some rust out at tank well and shovel area and a couple spots on floor and a spot on pass side near step. has holes for first aid kit on dash and welded up holes on pass side where radio filter would have been. hood has lube chart holes and grease gun holder holes. typical extra holes here and there. has glovebox door and tool box lids.
I have done some repairs to the frame before dropping the body back on.
includes- engine with head, pistons, camshaft, crank, valves, oil pump, distributor, carb, oil filter, waterpump, fan, ford transmission, ford transfercase, drive shafts, steering column, headlights with buckets and grill running lights, gas tank and radiator and other items shown in pics.
NEW items include- rear bumper, steering wheel, gas tank well, windshield pivot arms, 1 brake/1 clutch pedals, glovebox plaque set, floor ring set. axe head pocket, dash lamp housings, 1 front bumper bracket and several spring pivot and shackle mounts already installed.
no seats or side handles or tail lights. just what is seen in pictures. engine stand and moving dolly not included.”
