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UPDATE: Lylito pointed out that more information about these models and their New Zealand designer, Sandy Sanderson, can be read here. Plans are available, too. Jalopnik has also did a story about Sandy that includes details of the original drawings.
Randy forwarded me these amazing models. I’ve got more pics of the others and will forward them as an email.
Here are some other models (again, I have more pics of these if you are interested.
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A reader from Greece contacted me today. He is searching for a bare bones willys that he hopes to get and ship back to Greece. As an alternative, I suggested he try using ooyyo.com to locate a jeep in Europe. I haven’t used this search engine much, but in a search of greece, it did show a variety of Willys flatties and CJ-5s. So, I did a search on Willys in the US and I got a wide range of results, from way, way overpriced — almost confusing — to reasonable deals. For example, I have this CJ-3A from CDA listed at $10,000 , yet ooyyo has it listed at $20,000 and links it to this ad. Caveat Emptor!
UPDATE: Bill reports that this sold. He believes the top may still available.
(04/29/2009) This is a very nice Dj-3A and one of only a handful made in 1961 as noted by the seller.
“1961 WILLYS DJ3A DISPATCHER JEEP, Serial Number 56337 20287, I removed the hard top with plans to paint it black and get a black vinyl bikini top made, but as you can see in some of the photos, it had original military OD paint. So I thought I would offer it just as it is in case someone wanted to go back to original OD military style with stars and numbers. ….”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4800.
This is incorrectly listed as a later model.
“1951 Willy’s jeep. Currently in Kern county. ”
UPDATE: Was $4000. **SOLD**
It needs some body work. This is a lefty (spare tire mounted on the left).
“1948 Willys Jeep CJ2A. Runs great original engine. Will need some under body work. Great project for someone who has the time.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
This looks in good condition, though the dash is missing a few items.
“Selling a very nice flatfender Jeep CJ3A, built in 1951, original California vehicle with black/yellow CA plates. Recent paint job, new gas tank and fuel filter. New windshield. This little Jeep drives very nice and everything works. Original 6 volt system. The photos don’t show, but a full spare is mounted on the passenger rear side of Jeep. Original factory running gear: -L4-134 4-cylinder flathead engine -Warner 3-speed T-90 transmission -Spicer Model 18 2-speed transfer case -Factory Spicer Models 18 & 25 front and rear differentials”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $700.
It looks like the dash has been chopped a bit. I don’t think this looks all that bad for the price.
“I haven’t been back to OR in 4 years and with a career in TX, it is unlikely that I ever will. I have a WW2 era military
Jeep at my family ranch in Eagle Point that I would like to sell. I have talked to a restoration specialist who says it has
been modified too many times over the years to be worth restoring to original spec, but that it would make a good toy
for wheeling or hunting.
Frame, axles, and transfer case are all original military spec and in good shape. Engine is an upgraded inline six and
was running years ago, but I wouldn’t even try now without a tune up. The bottom of the body tub was rusted out,
but the structural components are all in good shape. It has been kept covered and dry since I left. I might trade for older paintball stuff since I collect it, and it can be shipped. Nothing other than that.”
This might be a good price. It includes a rear PTO.
“1948 Willys Farm Truck with rear PTO. Runs good. Brakes fine. Used last winter to plow snow. No title. Call for more information — Pim 616-990-1843.”
http://lacrosse.craigslist.org/cto/1839132033.html
I can’t tell if it runs, but I suspect not.
“1949 Willys Jeep 800.00 or B/O…Must sell. 716-741-4843 leave message if no answer”
http://buffalo.craigslist.org/cto/1838291774.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
This looks like a good price.
“1961 willys cj 5 needs brake work and smokes a little when first started. I bought as a a.t.v./hunting rig,while living at st. marys glacier,that house went into foreclosure, and I was forced to m,ove back to town. Now I am selling some toys. Please make offer do not be shy, I might say no, no big deal.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.
I had this marked sold back in June of 2010. I’m guessing the sale fell through and it is now available again?
“1943 Ford Willys Military Issue, runs and drives, needs tlc,”
It’s certainly one of a kind.
“1946 willys rockcrawler!!!! YOU CANNOT DRIVE THIS CAR ON THE STREET!!! strictly a trailer truck for the woods!!! 390 big block and 36 military oz tires…. barely used carb and coil setup…. Please no trades and no offers.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/1835983092.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000
It’s rough, but it runs.
“Jeep Project – new carberator, new speedometer and some other stuff!! It does run, this has been a fun project for a few years, beeen taken apart and put back together kind of…. it’s all yours to finish and enjoy.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6400.
(05/27/2009) “1947 Willys Jeep. Excellant Original Condition! Well maintained inside and out. Runs and looks great. Top is only 1 yr old. Please call 360-293-8760. No Dealers! Will not respond to e-mails without a valid phone number provided. ”
I can’t tell if the body has been modified (tailgate filled in) or if it is a DJ body.
“1946 Willys CJ2A in great condition. This unit had a frame off retoration by the previous owner. converted to 12 volt. new brakes, carburetor, fuel pump, new wiring harness etc. No rust. Speedometer and gas guage do not work. Should have new tires. Troop style seats were added to the back but remove easily. $6200 or BO. Runs great. thanks”
http://nh.craigslist.org/cto/1837682205.html
This was stored in a garage for several decades.
“1963 CJ3B Willys Jeep. This is a 2 owner jeep. It was stored in a garage from 1983 until 6 months ago. It has had a face lift and full tune up and now runs and looks great. 35,000 original miles. The jeep was painted in gloss army desert tan and has carthart custom seats. The top and doors are like new and is ready for any parade, or just plain summer fun. Best Offer will take the Jeep. 443-318-4784”
http://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/1836697615.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5000
(01/27/10) “Full soft top, custom Springs, (NEW) 33×13.5 Pitbull tires, 8000lb. winch, Power Steering, Rebuilt buick V6, Water proof gauges, Original running gear. Custom radiator, Custum bumpers I have owned it for 12 years. I put about 200 miles a year on it. (All trail rides) The jeep will pretty much go anyware you dare to put it. Originally came from Arizona. It has been in dry stroage for the past 2 1/2 years on jack stasnds. Building a house. Make me a offer I can’t say no to….”
http://burlington.craigslist.org/cto/1836829720.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500
(10/04/2009) A variety of customizations have been done to this jeep.
“1947 Willy’s Jeep Custom- Vortec 350, Disc brakes, Muncie 4-speed, Dana rear end, body and frame lift, 33″ wheels, aluminum water pump, headers, full roll cage, stereo, lotsa chrome, fog lights-way too much to list everything, over $15,000 invested. Will take $4,500 cash.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
(07/05/2010) There’s some nice looking parts here.
“98% complete project just needs to be put together. Willy’s frame dana 25 front, dana 44 rear, buick 231 V6, T90 Trans with overdrive. Make me an offer I can’t refuse. Trade or cash.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2400.
Given the winch, top, full cage, spring reversal and extra parts, this looks like a very good price.
“1949 Willys Jeep CJ-2A – Chevy 350 V-8, GM Auto Trans and Transfer Case, new battery, Chevy steering, master cylinder on firewall, upgraded radiator, transmission cooler, full roll cage, bucket seats, B&M shifter, nice windshield and Best Top newer top. Body is in very good shape. Heavy duty front bumper with a working Warn upright winch (8,000 lbs. power in and manual out), and roller fairlead. Front shackle reversal, chrome wheels mounted with WildCat 31×10.50 tires. It still has the stock front and rear differentials and stock brakes…BUT…this Jeep comes with a 48 Willys Jeep that has a DANA 44 front end and a power steering box mounted in the frame with a damaged tub. In addition, you will also get a windshield frame, right front fender, grill with lights, radiator, gas tank, transmission and transfer case, and hood, I have also collected a CB radio and antennae, tach, turn signal unit, a power boost master cylinder off of a Wrangler, almost new bikini top, half doors, a back seat and side steps. Clear and clean title in hand, $2,400 or (maybe) partial cash and firearms. Jeep is located in downtown Myrtle Creek area, exit 108 on I-5.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2500.
(05/21/2010) This looks like a nice truck.
“HAS CHEV 350 W 4SPD GRANY BOX GEAR DRIVE TRANSFER CASE , CALL ART 760-390-1111”
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/1837048833.html
Here are several drawings by Fred Welborn that you can purchase. Click on the pics to learn more.
Here is a MB
Here is a M-38
“These are a pencil drawings on acid-free heavy paper. They are 9×12″, and are available as a print and the original drawings are for sale. Write me at art4veterans@aol.com We can discuss your interest in these drawings, as well as others in the history of the jeep series.”
This looks in good shape.
“1942 jep willys, 4cyl original motor running in good condition,starts right away, 4×4 works great, transmission shift good, very little rust easy to fix for more info leave message at 619 827-9834”
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/1834062136.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.
This looks like a project.
“1947 Willys Jeep, Many usable parts, I have pink.”
