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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.
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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 $500.
“This was bought as a project. I payed $1,250 for it 2 years ago and dont have the time to spend on it now. It ran then but not “really well”. the tires are in good shape and have plenty of tred (almost new) the rims are in good shape. body needs some repair. GREAT PROJECT (located near Broadway/410)”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $35,000.
“1942 WWII Jeep For Sale This is a 1942 Ford (wyllis) GPW Jeep. Completely restored to all original specs. Serial # 64432 with original matching motor. This jeep was delivered on 09/10/1942. This jeep was used by the famous Marine Corps. General , Lewis “Chesty” Puller at Camp Lejeune North Carolina.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $750.
No engine.
“1946 Willys CJ2A “flat fender” no engine.”
There is value here! It even runs!
“It is the 1st year for the cj3 runs and drives w/pto, no title. call 304-262-0959.”
http://martinsburg.craigslist.org/cto/2036436246.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $550.
The frame has already been cleaned up. This might be decent price depending on how bad the rust is.
“For sale is a 1951 willys jeep frame and body. The frame has been sandblasted and epoxy primed. The body is in ok condition. The tub has some rust out. For the most part it is in very good condition for its age. Send me your email for more pics.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600
(08/14/2010) There’s some value here.
“For sale one not running and in need of a total restoration (No Tile) 1954 Willys CJ3-B all original seats, engine, T90 trans, T18 transfer case, etc,etc”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000
“1948 Willys CJ2A – $1000 cash firm – M38 Tub – Rough condition but fun – L head engine – T90 tranny and T18 transfer case – plates good until 3 – 2012
*This has rust and is not in restorable shape* It has been my daily driver for over 9 months. I have recieved about 4 calls and the first question being asked is “Does the tub have rust”. Please consider the cost of the parts included which is well above what I am asking for this fun old willys. Thanks.
This was my daily driver until the electrical went out. In the process of replacing the solenoid, coil and distributor the old 6 volt starter went out. New Solex carb, distributor, coil, solenoid, tie rod set, front knuckle seals, tranny seals, transfer seals, front and rear diff seals, spark plug wires, clutch bell crank kit, brake pedal, clutch cross shaft and new master cylinder. Also included are 4 new shackles with LH and RH thread to replace the “redneck’ lift. A set of new 4 Ubolts for the rear axle. There is a new set of front 8 leaf springs which were supposed to be rear ones but Crown sent the wrong ones. I wanted to change out the wrong rear springs. Radiator needs to be patched driver’s side bottom and a new choke cable along with the starter problem.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4200.
Can’t say I’ve seen anything quite like this mod.
“Classic 1948 Jeep CJ3A. Mostly original, including motor. 12V conversion, saginaw steering. Always garaged. 42,000 original miles. 3rd owner. No rust, never wrecked. You won’t find a cleaner original 1948 jeep.”
UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**
“WILLYS 1955 THRU 1961 PERSONNEL CARRIER.I DO NOT HAVE A TITLE FOR THIS TRUCK.CAB HAS NORMAL RUST IN THE USUAL SPOTS BUT NOT REAL BAD.THE CARGO AREA AND BOX ARE IN GREAT SHAPE WITH NO NOTICEABLE RUST THRU.THE TOP APPEARS TO BE GALVANIZED METAL AND ON GOOD CONDITION.THERE IS NO MOTOR AS IT HAD BEEN FROZE AND BUSTED THE BLOCK.IT DOES HAVE THE ORIGINAL TRANSMISSION AND DRIVELINE.WOULD MAKE A COOL DRIVER OR SPECIAL PROJECT I JUST HAVE TOO MANY.BUYER CAN CALL AND MAKE ARRANGMENTS FOR PICKUP AND PAYMENT AFTER AUCTION.STORING FOR AWHILE IS NO PROBLEM IF PAID FOR IN ADVANCE.ANY QUESTIONS JUST LET ME KNOW.THANKS AND GOOD LUCK.VIN PLATE IS INSIDE OF VEHICLE BUT IS UNREADABLE.”
This appears solid.
“1957 willys – jeep cj6… no motor . call for details Chris 801-949-5804 I also have some cj5 cj7 jeep scrambler cj8 parts for sale.”
http://saltlakecity.craigslist.org/pts/2035214414.html
Brett forwarded this potential deal.
“46 willys put new flywheel on it starter needs to be rebuilt i have two of them it was running before the starter went out texts are prefferable 435 253 1677”
http://www.ksl.com/index.php?sid=0&nid=443&tab=list/view&ad=3242669
Brett spotted this M-38A1. This looks solid, though it could use some dash work.
“1958 Marine Corp Jeep.”
http://www.ksl.com/index.php?sid=0&nid=443&tab=list/view&ad=3465318
No pics provided.
“Willys jeeps for sale. Take your pick of 5. Call 805-612-2444”
Here’s an East Coast FC.
“1961 Willys FC 150 stakebody truck with 4 cyl. F head engine, 3 spd. trans., and 6 lug (disc brake front) rears. I don’t know the make of the rears or the ratio, but they are way higher than 538s. The engine is completely stock original and starts and runs good. No smoke. Needs the valves adjusted. The truck is driveable around the yard, but needs a master cylinder and brake hoses if you keep these rears. Lights, horn, and wipers work. I think I have stock rears if you want to restore. The cab is good condition for coming from Penna. Dash uncut and complete, drivers floor has had some repair, passenger floor needs repair, engine cover good. No rust around rain gutter, front corners some dents, rear corners need repair, but not that bad. Doors straight, but rust at bottoms. Winshield good, small wiper blade scratch in upper left corner. Back glass, vent glass good, plexaglass in both doors. Bed complete and straight, but rust in stake pockets. Stakes all there, one slightly bent, one rusted at bottom. Wood under bed is all there in good shape, gas tank is good, and rear weight is still there. I bought this rare little truck to restore because I thought it would be a reasonably easy one to complete, plus it was un-cut and all there. I have another FC ahead of this one to restore,have recently bought a MCI motorhome conversion, and a diesel Scout, so i’m letting this project go. Call 302-381-0959 with any questions, and I will do my best to answer them.”
It looks like the driver’s side body has been cut out a bit.
“1942 Willys Jeep MB 4X4; 6 volt system; Mostly original with some replacement parts through the years as needed. Rear body reworked 6 years ago; Soft top has a couple of rips; Has not been started in 2 years but shouldn’t need much to get it running.
Garaged for 30 years; Great for around farm; Questions? Reply to email listed or call Peter at 603-828-8050.”
http://nh.craigslist.org/cto/2033555593.html
The price is pretty high for a none running project, but this looks like it could restore pretty well.
“1949 Willys Jeepster, only built for 3 years, new mexico vehicle so it is very solid, odometer reads 43,000, it has a ford V-6 in it, it is supposidly a running vehicle but it has not ever been tried since my dad has owned it (2 years) he bought it out of New Mexico brought it home and hasn’t had time for the project due to medical issues. so now it is for sale. if you have any questions please call Larry 847-343-1934”
http://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/2034242870.html
UPDATE: Was $6500. Status Unknown.
(05/07/2010) This is a nice build; Interesting color, too.
“Too Many Jeeps – Wife Says Must Sell — MAKE OFFER. 1951 Willys Flat Fender Jeep 4×4. Chevy 350 V8, Automatic Transmission, Super Swampers, Bikini Top, Full Soft Top, New Starter, New Distributor, Rebuilt Carb, Rear Seat, Ice Chest Rack, Extra Parts: Gas Tank, Front Axle, Headman Headers, Front Winch Mount, Rubicon Rack. For more pictures follow link.” http://s296.photobucket.com/albums/mm177/hidesertguy/1951%20Flat%20Fender/
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3900
(10/21/2010) Here’s an early Slattie.
“This is a 1942 Willys Slat Grill MB. Its a project I bought years ago and has been sitting in collection mode ever since. Meaning I have been accumulating the parts to restore her. I decided I wasn’t likely to get to this project or my #277 45 CJ so I’m letting them go. The 45 is gone so here goes the Slatty. I’m selling it just as I bought it with the exception of it now has the original slat grill on it as when I bought it someone had put a stamped MB grill on it. Guess they thought it looked better. The serial number of the slat is 112200 and the body tag and frame tag both match. The 3 tags are still on the dash but one has a small piece cut out of it for some unknown reason.The engine SN is MB219002 which I believe is a later motor. I’ve never tried to start it, but the motor turns freely. The transmission is original with the right hand fill and I believe the transfer case is original as well. The transmission and transfer case are stuck in gear as it sat outside for many years before I bought it. I’ve never tried to free them up or look at them. The drive shafts are disconnected so you can move it. I believe the spare tire carrier is correct. It has the “gas” gage and the 30 amp meter. The key switch is still there with the key. The windshield frame is rock solid. The hood has a round hole cut in it. It does have the riveted “slat grill” oil pan. The frame is good. It has one of the 2 hinge tool box lids in place with the lock. The drivers seat is the original split back rail but the pan has been opened up for the larger filler. Take a look at the pictures and if you have any questions just ask. If it doesn’t sell I’m going to spend a few hours on it and see if I can get it running and driving….”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was listed at $4200.
(05/04/2010) There’s some nice updates on this rig, including an updated dash. You couldn’t build this for that price.
“1946 Willy’s Flat Fender, T-18 transmission, Powerlocker in front diff, Detroit locker rear diff, Updated front axles, 31 spline flanged axels in the rear, 5:38 gears, 11” brakes, Chevy power steering, Custom built heavy duty drivelines, custom built cross-flow radiator, full roll cage, Rubicon rack with spare tire & two extra 5 gallon gas cans, CB radio, tow bar, driver’s side fender well modified for more leg room..”
I received the following information from the Bantam Heritage Festival folks today:
Just visit the Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival website and click the red “Pre-Register Your Jeep” graphic on the home page. There you can decide whether you are an “Ultimate Off-Roader,” “Dirt-Loving Jeeper,” “Darn Good Detailer,” “Day Tripper” or “Cruiser”. Make sure you register soon so you can take advantage of Early Bird pricing! Remember, the first 500 paid registrations who participate in the Parade and Cruise will receive a free dash plaque commemorating our new Guinness Book world record for longest Jeep parade!
The web site also features some new updates so be sure to check it out if you haven’t visited for a while.
We also thought you’d be interested in checking out this recent story in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. The article was the second-most emailed story that day!
The Gilmore Car Museum in Kalamazoo, Mi, “includes eight historic barns, a re-created 1930s service station, a small town train station, and nearly three miles of paved roads.” This complex houses a large and diverse collection of automobiles and automobile memorabilia in a truly unique setting.
One of the vehicles housed at the Gilmore is one of three BRC-40s assembled (or built or rumored to have been built) by the Checker Automotive Company. I’ve looked into the various bits of information about the Checkers and there seems to be no better summary of the status of these unusual BRC Prototypes than what Bill Spears, who has written extensive about Bantams and early Jeeps, wrote in a Hemmings Blog Comment about the Checker:
The Checker ‘episode’ is still one of the great mysteries of the jeep story and I cannot figure out for the life of me why…. In Kalamazoo it is widely assumed that the Checker was built there from Bantam plans. Karl Pobst’s notes indicate that he did indeed send Checker the blue prints in three installments (and I would REALLY like to get my hands on those and I suspect they are still at Checker) but, my information is that three jeeps, two of them four wheel steering, were sent to Checker from Butler and they arrived in boxes as for shipping overseas. There is nothing at all to indicate in the Checker I had that it differed in anyway from a regular Bantam BRC. All the parts cast with Bantam numbers etc. However all the jeeps were completely disassembled for reverse engineering as it were to try to cost out the job. The parts were all put in a pile, then the cars were reassembled without regard for which parts went were. Thus, my car had a 4 wheel steer column, but it was two steer. One was sent to the Army and wrecked in testing.The car at the Gilmore still belongs to the Stout family I believe. Jim Stout, who knew what he was doing restored the car, but in a way tried to disguise it, and it sat in the Checker lobby for years as a Kalamazoo built car. I think Stout made an interesting contribution in making it possible to turn OFF the 4 wheel steering feature, but, the 4 steers were never really produced. If anyone has any information or leads I would sure appreciate hearing about it.
I found some good images of the “Checker” at the Gilmore museum from remarkablecars.com:
Bill Spears has an extensive discussion about Checker and Bantam with images:
https://wmspear.com/Bantam/excker.html
The olive-drab.com site also has some archival images and information on the Checkers:
http://www.olive-drab.com/idphoto/id_photos_bantam_checker.php
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
Daniel has his CJ-2A for sale. He’s says that it is solid and runs good, though a previous owner did some strange alterations to the fenders and steps.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
This still needs some work. I can’t tell if this has tool indents or not.
“Beautiful jeep, good condition. Needs some work to get it running. Also garage kept.”
This might make a good restoration project. The body has some rusty surface, but appears solid otherwise.
“cj2a is a original condition easy restore. email any question or to come see it. Ed”
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/2029577279.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
This appears solid.
“For sale 1948 Jeep Willys.”
