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Nate got out his camera and his track-enabled CJ-5 named Snowshoe to see how it would do in the snow. He’s suitably impressed.
Bill shared this TWO-HOUR video of a 1949 Jeepster rescue. I haven’t had time to review it all, but it looks like in pretty good condition and will make a good restore or drive-as-is project.
Blaine shared this photo that includes this toy jeep. It was included in a thread on pedal cars, but I can’t tell if this is pedal or foot driven. There is no date on the photo.
https://www.autopuzzles.com/forum/featured-imagery/vintage-pedal-cars-your-posts-are-wanted!/
Adam spotted this unusual Topeka Highway Mower. I’m now sure if there are any Willys parts on this model.
https://appleton.craigslist.org/grd/d/hortonville-topeka-highway-mower-rare/7416846939.html
“I had this running a few years ago. Ran good for its age.
6 cylinder Ford engine in it. large steel blade on the front. A real great piece. For any buddies collection. You are not gonna come across another one of these very often if at all. good project .”
UPDATE: I’ve added information to the bottom of the post which discusses the shift of employees from the Transport Motor Company to the Kurland Motor Company in late 1948.
Unfortunately, I don’t have time to export this topic further, but Barry Thomas is doing research into California’s Transport Motor Company, which was the earliest supplier of Willys farm equipment in California. If anyone has more info about the company, Barry of would like to know about it. Comment below or email me at d@deilers.com and I’ll connect you.
Transport Motor was already a strong Willys reseller by the time WWII started, so they were were well positioned for post-war sales and service. This ad was published in the October 19, 1941, issue of the Oakland Tribune as part of a larger article:
After the war, the company pushed Willys Jeeps and the associated farm equipment, though it is unclear which specific models/manufacturers of the equipment was being sold, as evidenced by this October 27, 1946, classified ad in the Oakland Tribune:
This article from the March 28, 1947, issue of the Ventura County Star claims that Transport was the first company to make farm equipment especially for the jeep (I would need to see more evidence to believe that):
For unknown reasons, in late 1948 many key personnel from the Transport company left Transport for a new Willys dealer, Kurland Motors. Whether Transport survived this event is unclear (perhaps the Transport company was already defunct by this time).
Jim’s selling this M-38A1 body. Note that the first M-38A1 was produced in 1952.
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/pts/d/valencia-us-marine-corps-willys-kaiser/7425045178.html
“I have decided to buy a new Philippine made reproduction body for my U.S.M.C. Military Jeep Project.
So I am selling my Original U.S. made Willys M38A1 or Cj5 Military/ U.S.M.C Jeep body tub as used by the United States Military from 1955 until 1982.
These Jeeps bodies are getting very hard to come by and becoming very collectible, they go for a nice chunk of change when finished.
I am including the flooring patch panels and hat support that I bought intending to fix this tub floor.
Also included are both front fenders, the hood, a M38A1 grill and a M38A1 dashboard all steel parts.
I am also including a steel hardtop and doors made by KOENIG Co. Model 508 use by the military for colder weather aka ( ARTIC CAB ).
All parts for a 1955 – 1972 Military M38A1 or Cj5 body restoration.
Will sell parts separately.
Price is negotiable.
May have other part available.
Will post photos soon.”
This year’s Bantam Jeep Festival will be taking place June 10-12th.
Sounds like there’s been a lot of work done on this wagon. The ad was shared by Mike.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/632907691310013
“1949 Willys Wagon Original 4 cylinder engine, new head, 3 speed w/ overdrive, NEW radiator, NEW gas tank, All new fuel lines front to back, All new brake lines front to back, All new brake shoes, wheel cylinder, master cylinder, brake drums-king pins/bushings, wheel bearings, shocks, etc. Have carb kit, wiring harness, front floor pans, 5 NEW tires, Body is very solid for age”
Tom shared this one. It’s got some carpet on the floor, so unclear what condition the floor is in.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/954506181832701
“64’ keep Willy, $6400 new gas tank runs and drives, don’t actually know the mileage”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500.
Tom shared this one. This has a CJ chassis (maybe 1952 CJ-3A?) and an M-38 body.
“1952 Willys Jeep. 4×4, 4 cylinder, 3 speed, plus high and low, runs great, 4×4 works great. Clean Tennessee title $7.5 k or obo. Will also trade for old 70’ to late 80’sToyota Land Cruiser or Maybe a side by side.thank all for looking”
UPDATE: **SOLD**. Was $11,500.
Debbie is selling this nearly completed rebuild of a CJ-3A. It runs and drives, but still needs a few things completed. It has a new body kit.
“My husband inherited this Jeep from his father and was in the process of doing a complete restoration when he passed away suddenly. He was always a meticulous worker and I think the pictures of the frame, engine, drive train, steering and brake assemblies show the quality of work he did. He completed all the mechanical and electrical work.
The engine was rebuilt and I have the receipt from the machine shop. It has a Saginaw steering conversion, a new dual master brake cylinder, and many other new parts which can be seen in the pictures. I have many receipts for the new parts he bought and installed. The body that was on it when he inherited it was very rusty, so he bought and installed a reproduction tub, fenders and rear seat frame. He saved the original serial number plate and body number plate from the firewall of the old body. I have those and they will be included in the sale.
The hood, grill, windshield frame, front seat frames and tailgate are the ones that were on it when he inherited it. I’m sure there’s other work he did that I haven’t mentioned. The picture showing the Jeep running with the headlights on was taken in September 2021. It runs great and just needs paint, upholstery, window glass, etc. to complete the restoration. I’m hoping it will be purchased by someone who enjoys these old Jeeps and will appreciate all of the fine work my husband did. I have a clear Montana title in my name, the VIN on the title matches the serial number on the firewall plate I have. $13,500.00”
These Facebook photos from Alfano Mucci of Italy show a customized jeep with a bandsaw. The work was done by his father. Pretty cool!
Now that I’ve seen two of these repurposed bodies on Facebook, does that mean this is a trend?
Looks like some kind of replacement body:
Roger shared this photo from Facebook showing another example of a sedan hardtop on a jeep (link includes other car-like modes, too). I’ve been amazed at how many different times this was tried (see other examples here).
A few days ago I posted a video about the oil barrel cars in Thailand. Here’s some more info about them thanks to Bill.
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This has an updated engine. It doesn’t run. Still, this may be worth a look. The paint/trim numbers seem to confirm the this may have been a Surrey (148 is the body paint color for Tropical Rose/Coral Mist aka “pink”).
https://ventura.craigslist.org/cto/d/oak-park-super-rare-willys-jeep/7433680154.html
“1 of 1100 made. The VIN tag confirms the pink paint underneath the blue redo makes the Jeep I have a “Surrey” or “Gala” I don’t know the history of the Jeep, I did talk to the PO who had the bucket sets and a Ford V6 Cologne motor from a Pinto put in it. He had no idea what it was. As it sits now it is not running. I have ordered the parts for the ignition including a Duraspark II distributor. I’ve done an oil change and coolant change. I’ve only had the Jeep a month or so and didn’t realize what I was buying. The body is really straight and surprisingly rust free. There are a couple <6″ spots under the passenger seat I found when I pulled up the carpet. It’s registered in CA as an Historical Vehicle. Registration is not current, but the title is in my hand and is clear. The Jeep is currently “not in the system” so there’s no back fees to be paid. Not sure what else to put, I’m new to the Willys game.”
Seems worth a look.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/d/scottsdale-willys-jeep-cj-2a-1948/7432368122.html
“1948 Jeep CJ 2A. Runs good. Bikini top and custom car cover. 4 cylinder. 134”
This has some mods. It also has some rare Cutlas Bulldog hubs.
https://reno.craigslist.org/cto/d/winnemucca-1948/7431713297.html
“1948 cj2a Jeep with a 283 4 speed Muncie”
Seems worth a look.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/d/el-verano-1951-willys-wagon-wheel-drive/7427432079.html
“IF THE AD IS UP IT IS AVAILABLE!
Serious inquiries welcome but read the entire ad first!
1951 Willys Wagon
Driveable but will need a couple new tires for daily driving…
Running, driving and stopping with brakes gone thru, engine rebuilt by p o no records but it sounds great, does not smoke or make any odd noises, good clutch, 12v starter, 12v alternator works as is (but will need bracket redone and pulley replaced) 12v headlights and tail light. Rust on floorboard repaired wth metal (not welded) but screws and silicone, tiny holes on bottom of passenger door(see pics)… New points, cap, rotor, coil, wires and new battery, new aluminum radiator and water pump. Has overdrive but needs solenoid and something else installed to make it electrical (parts are included) will need wiring addressed as it’s original and gauges are 6 volt so not hooked up… currently registered and title in my name .. reason for selling… C10 truck and 3 more projects… might consider trade for low mileage Ext cab short bed truck (prefer Chevy) $12k is trade price will consider cash offer only in person..”
Given the parts, there seems to be value here.
https://eugene.craigslist.org/pts/d/elmira-jeep-willys-project-parts/7421231768.html
“Jeep willys parts or rebuild. Plus alot more parts … new frame with added stiffener ..another whole parts willy and motors and trans. New leaf springs and painless wiring harness. Everything must go. 1k firm”
The body has seen some work.
https://yubasutter.craigslist.org/cto/d/live-oak-ford-gpw/7432890763.html
“1942 GPW. Runs good I’ve been owner for the last 20 years. Call or text for questions or information.”
Seems worth a look. (Hard to believe it’s been 15 years since I lived in Aptos!)
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/scz/cto/d/aptos-1953-willys-flatbed-truck-and/7429642381.html
“Two trucks, one for parts and other almost road ready. Over $2,000 into parts and repairs on main truck. Was used as a farm truck, runs on propane. Needs to swap cabs with parts truck, has windows, extra transfer cases and transmission, heater, wheels, and other various parts. 4×4 w/granny gear, 16″ wheels, new front shocks, hoses, spark plugs and wires, distributor cap, electrical, ignition, new bed post bases. Needs work on carb and propane exchange and completion of lights to be road ready. Temporary DMV registration. Come check these classics out before they’re gone.”
Listed as a 1953, this looks to have a body and windshield of a convertible DJ-3A. The manifold suggests this is a DJ-3A engine, too. So, this is likely a DJ-3A converted to 4WD. Notes the use of the rectangular gauge cluster.
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/d/lake-oswego-wd-willys-jeep-cj2-or-cj2a/7433669037.html
“For sale is a vintage 1953 4WD Willy’s Jeep believed to be a Model CJ2 or CJ2A; not that familiar with teeps so if it looks like another Model, please let me know. This unit has all original 4 cylinder flathead engine, 4 speed stick transmission and running gear but the original body was dented and rough so the previous owner had a straight aftermarket replacement “Boot installed, it has a new carburetor and 12V battery and runs fine; would be ideal for hunting or camping; it needs fuld down windshield glas and head lamps; tires are in average condition. Selling because I am 6′ 3″ and cannot fit behind the steering wheel; I did not realize when I bought it that the driver’s seat does not adjust backwards because of the wheel well so there is no way I could comfortably drive it any distance Purchased from a Kabota Dealership in Medford, OR but haven’t been able to find the Pink Slip; selling with Bill of Sale only if Certificate of Ownership cannot be located at time of sale Asking $4,500 OBO – possible trade for Wildland Tanker/Tender or related Fire Equipment.
Located in Newport, OR , 97365”
Unclear if this is still available. Widow is selling deceased husband’s stuff, including this jeep. Post is 17 days old.
https://sierravista.craigslist.org/for/d/cochise-furnitureshop-toolslots/7427072911.html
“1948 WILLYS”
It’s a project.
https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/pts/d/tustin-willys-cj3a/7424370964.html
“willys cj3a WITH TITLE non op. new oil lines, fuel line, filter, fuel pump, carb rebuild kit “I have a W-O carb for it”, and a complete brake over haul kit “everything” and a bunch of other new used parts ready to go. $4500 firm no if ands or buts. I dont have it running yet either.”
