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I was looking up something for a reader when I stumbled upon these two webpages. One page documents some of the differences between very early MBs and later ones. The second page provides detail pics of a British Airborne Slatgrille in Signal Configuration. I thought both pages have nice detail pics and explanations.
The British Airborne Slat Grille in Signal Configuration:
The Early MB Differences Page:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2750.
The body appears to be a MB body.
“1942 Willys Jeep. It was bought as a project car and I have put many hours into it. It is getting very close to being done but I know longer have the time and more so I am moving to Nevada this weekend and I can’t take it with me. I have the original bumper and windshield as well as over $1500 in new and used parts that will go along with it. I also have a soft top for it. Please contact me ASAP if you are at all interested.”
I can’t tell if these are $2500/piece or both for $2500.
“i have two 1946 willys jeeps i want to sell both of them for $2500 if you are interested call me at 916-371-122”
It sure looks like a project.
“CJ2A project. Body is very good condition for one this age. minor dings but needs a section under the tool box replaced. Has 15″ wheels on rolling frame but have 16″ on old tires for it. Very good grille, hood, windshield, fenders, and tailgate. Have an engine but it needs to be rebuilt. Frame has a transmission and transfer case already on it. No seats. Don’t have a title but have paper work for one after its rebuilt. Title was destroyed and the guy I got it from got all the paper work and went to WSP who told him it just needs to be inspected before a title can be issued. Other than seats have most everything needed to put it together. Radiator should be checked but is there. Might consider something interesting in trade. I like gas station items or could use landscaping and not just the labor. I have a pathway and retaining wall that need to be made.”
http://wenatchee.craigslist.org/cto/1895626917.html
I can’t tell if this runs or not.
“Cab and chassis, lots of original parts; head lights, glass turning signals, everything inside is original. Gas tank is in good shape. Original engine and all parts are available. Great for a big project or parts car. $750 or best offer. Please call or email for more information, 802.353.5617.”
http://burlington.craigslist.org/cto/1894627003.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3500
(05/18/2010) What is on the hood of this? Are those permanent.
“We have a 1952 jeep willy I bought and redone for my wife to run in mudd runs. We are moving out of state due to work and would like to sell it. We just put a brandnew 302 in it 2 months ago also has brandnew seats we ordered from JC Whitney
brandnew led lights
brandnew wiring
brandnew edelbrock carburetor
brandnew gauges chrome
brandnew dual exhaust
brandnew clutch and pressure plates
brandnew gas tank
we havent painted it yet but what it really needs is a mudd pit. it has amazing power and less than 20 miles on it. email or call 660-334-1187 or 816-564-1384 hate to sell but cant take it with us. pics are before we did all the work i will download updated pics soon sorry for the pics and boat parts on top thats what it looked like when we bought it”
http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/1895735375.html
Greg spotted this old Burma up for auction in Denver. There’s something about the placement of the headlights that makes me think these vehicles appear hunched over in some way, ready to bear their load.
“1943 Ford Burma Jeep. Unrestored as shown. Stored at least 10 years, either driveline or engine, or both siezed or locked up from non-use, so expect motor and driveline restoration is also needed. Does not run or drive. Rust on stake bed areas, as shown.
“US Navy” marked on the engine cover data plate, Also visible is “149958” which is the title VIN number, and other number appears to be “90148”, but not guaranteed. Other data plates are nearly illegible, sorry.
Sold with title, SALVAGE Colorado Title. Vehicle was used off road on a mountain property for many years, and was not driven the last several years. It was easier to replace a long lost title as a salvage vehicle, otherwise the vehicle would have had to be brought into running/driving condition and submitted for inspections, etc. So for now the vehicle is not intended for registered highway use in Colorado, until the new owner brings it into running/driving condition, meets any other guidelines necessary, and applies for previously salvage title. Please check with your local authorities if you intend to restore and/or make road worthy for public roads, or if any inspections or other procedures would be required.”
A reader named Bob was vacationing in Thailand when he spotted this pair of nicely restored MBs (one is a slat grille). An intrepid reporter, Bob captured the jeeps on video (download the video here — 11MB) which shows closeups of both jeeps and with a still image (seen below). He also talked briefly with the owner, Pete, who has two blotspot websites devoted to his Jeeps (the 1941 slat grille MB & the 1944 MB & Video of both Jeeps by Pete). Thanks for sharing Bob!
Bob filed this report, “I just came across these MB’s on the side of the road, as I was touring the island on a motorbike. I’m sorry I don’t have much info about Pete. I met him in the small bar across the street ( see in video with balloons across the front ) and we talked a little about the Jeeps. Pete emigrated to Thailand from the UK. He’s a really nice guy with a Thai wife and some kids. He claims you cannot import any of these Jeeps to Thailand anymore. I’m not sure if it is because of the Left Hand Drive or not. He said they are very valuable there too – worth over 1,000,000 Baht each ($31000 USD).”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
“1962 Jeep FC-170. This is a bone stock truck with the exception of the wheels and tires. Has had alot of work done to bring it back from the dead, runs and drives as well as an old jeep would. 226 Super Hurricane flathead 6 engine, T90 3 speed trans, T18 Transfer case. Since owning this I have cleaned and flushed the fuel system, rebuilt carb, rebuilt the rear brakes with all new parts, including new model backing plates to be able to move the E-brake to the wheels instead of the drum behind the transfer case. Brake is still on transfer case, this was done for later powertrain upgrade. Read diff has had the posi unit rebuilt with OEM clutches, and new axle bearings. Front wheel cylinders are replaced and a new master cylinder. New water pump and clutch. I hate to let this go, I was looking forward to putting in a modern powertain and having a completely unique truck to use, but priorities have changed.”
This hasn’t run in 10 years. How about that paint job! The rims looks unusual, too.
“This is a 1946 Willys CJ2 4×4 Jeep.It has the original 4 cyl. engine and manual transmission.It was last run about 10 years ago.It has a tow bar on the front.It would be a great rebuild for that vintage 4×4 project.We will consider offers.We have the Title…Call with questions as I don’t want to converse by email. I am handling the sale for my Dad..ask for Craig or leave a message.”
http://www.ksl.com/index.php?sid=0&nid=443&tab=list/view&ad=2955303
The Utah Bureau spotted this interesting find. It appears the seller has had to drop the price from the original $4500. It looks like it sports an aftermarket dash. The seller indicates it has been driven little and there’s some ‘project’ involved, however it sure looks good on the outside! It also has on overdrive.
“Rock Crawler – ’54 military jeep with V8 conversion. 307 Chevy with 327 steel crank and forged flat pistons, 487 heads. Warn all range over-drive, 538 gears, dual Flow Master exhaust. Full roll cage, 4 point harness – 33” tires. Interior has been redone. Runs strong but hasn’t been drives for years. A good “project” Jeep. Call Jack @ 617-697-5745″
http://www.ksl.com/index.php?sid=0&nid=443&tab=list/view&ad=2954640
The seller believes this to be a rare Maverick Wagon. I couldn’t say for sure, maybe someone else can?
“1960 Willys 2 wheel Drive/with Overdive All orginal stock. Has been stripped to bear metal and Primed ready for paint. Daily driver, spair engine, New tires, Extra Glass. Ready to restor or customise. more photos available. ”
http://oregoncoast.craigslist.org/cto/1892321279.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
No pics of the other 2 Jeeps.
“1954 Willys Jeep CJ runs good. I have two more jeeps to go with that can be used for parts.”
I think those are doors on the hood rather than a hood mod. The jeep looks good.
“must sell! runs perfect. all restored. new top and doors. 3 speed. worth 15000. other info or details call or text at 701-238-7735 thanks ”
http://nd.craigslist.org/cto/1892947134.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price
This runs and appears to have an ACME, Kentrol, or AJ Fiberglass body.
“1947 willys jeep runs needs work fiberglass body”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.
“1950 WILLYS PICKUP FOR SALE FOR THOSE WHO LIKE TO RESTORE PICKUPS . ALL ORIGNIEL ALSO A Willys pickup for parts 500.00 FOR BOTH”
If the engines and drive trains are intact, then there is some value here.
“3 Willys parts vehicles, non-running, no titles. 2 Wagons, 1 is mid fifties, other is late fifties. Truck is late forties, early fifties. All have original? motors. Buyer must take all 3. These will need to be hauled on a flatbed trailer. Please e-mail for more pictures. Please call Frank, after 4:30pm M-F or anytime on the weekends for more information. 360.263.2085”
http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/1892848596.html
UPDATE: Ron provided a link to the magazine article in Off Road Adventures about this flattie.
This is worthy of more pics. Looks very nice.
“231 Buick V6, SM420 Transmission, DANA 18, Model 44 Rear Axle, Modle 30 Front Axle, ARB Air Lockers. 35X12.50 BFG’s, Professional Spring Over, Custom Roll Cage, Bumpers. 17 Gal Fuel Tank. Magazine Featured. $15,000. Call Rod 702 400-2732 or email.”
http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/1892815859.html
I don’t believe this has an engine or tranny (the ad notes it is set up for a chev 350 and trans).
“1952 Willys Truckster custom project, all sheet metal good, no rust, brand new fabricated bed with NOS fenders, custome nerf bar bumpers, 4×4 intact, set up for 350 chevy sb v8 and trans, all glass and additional parts go with truck, great project truck with huge potential. Unique truck that is highly collectible among jeep enthusiasts. $1500.00 Call Mike at 815-268-4000.”
http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/ctd/1893571657.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
(01/12/2010) I think it still needs some work?
“53 WILLYS RAT ROD CHOPPED AND CHANNELED MANY MODS DONE TO BODY RACK AND PINON 350 CRATE MOTOR (300HP) 3SPD TRANS HURST SHIFTER RECOVERED SEATS TO MUCH TO LIST RUNS YARD DRIVES BRAKES NEED FRONT DRUMS TURNED NEW SHOES BEST TO SEE IN PERSON ONE OF A KIND CALL ME ”
Randy forwarded me this video about a recreation of a 1943 drive in a Willys Jeep around Killymoon Castle, Cookstown, Northern Ireland. The folks at the Wartimeliving History Association helped make this video. The video is dedicated to the men of the 505th regimental combat team 82nd Airborne Division United States Army, Stationed in Cookstown Northern Ireland 9th December 1943 to 13th February. I don’t have any history about the original drive.
A new reader from Boise named Shane alerted me to this flattie that sits near Boise’s airport. It sits as if it is for sale, but I could see no for sale sign. The muffler and a few other misc parts are sitting in the back. The front turn signal/parking lights appear to use the side running lights of a semi trailer. The side steps are gone, replaced with custom bars that help hold the fenders in place. The steering and seats appear updated. Based on the rear pic, this appears to have been a late 1946 CJ-2A.
UPDATE: Status Unknown
Here is a beautiful FC for sale spotted in remote Enterprise OR by David.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500
This includes a Saturn OD and other new parts. However, I’d check out the body closely as the passenger side step appears to be partly pulled away from the body.
“1948 Willys Jeep CJ2A- Original 4 cylinder/3 speed with a Saturn overdrive unit, 12 volt electronic ignition
New radiator, shocks, steering wheel, springs, plugs, valves, valve springs, carborator, exhaust, exhaust manifold, and clutch. Complete Brake job with 2 new brake drums. New tires, steering components, turn signals were added on. Saturn overdrive unit worth $1200. Over $5000 invested, will sacrifice for $3500.”
Here’s a nice looking M-38 that Shep found.
“This jeep is completely restored from new paint to engine rebuilt, its been done. The jeep has been restored with 100% original parts. I need space in my garage. This jeep will be great for shows and parades. For information or offer please call 618-781-7485.”
http://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/1862884850.html
