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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.
Looking for parts and not sure where to go? There are a variety of large and small new and used parts sellers both online and offline.
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 .
Some put a ‘seats wanted’ on Craigslist.
“I am looking for front seats for my CJ2 A of which a 2A, 3A or M38 flat fender will fit. Does not need to be covered, frames are ok.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“Needs some T.L.C. Needs a bigger radiator in the front. It had a radiator in the rear tried to eliminate and add one in the front. But it was not big enough. It needs a front drive shaft. Transfer case pop’s out of two wheel drive sometimes but never pops out of four wheel. Extra features include a high performance chevy 350 motor, dana 44 axels front and rear. 4 wheel disc brakes, 373 gears, four inch sky jacker spring lift. Newer CJ5 frame. The jeep has been put together from the frame up with in 500 hundred miles including new ball joints, tie rods, motor, transmission,transfer case and axels, 22 gallon fuel cell. The jeep initially was built for sand drags but was never finished from previouse owner. Had sat for five years due to previouse owner going into the navy. Never been driven on the roads since built, but has been to the dunes.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
“CJ3A Willys 4 cyl. Rebuilt carb, starter,raidiator,brake’s. 4Speed High&Low Range with P.T.O. 31-10-15″Tires.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500
(11/03/09) A Dana 60 axles under this?
“1951 Willys Jeep CJ3 with dana 60 heavy axcels 140 hp. go devil flat head motor complete…new gas tank, and sending unit, new head gasget, intake and exhaust gasgets rebuilt carb. need to sell asap … i will even deliver to you thank you have a nice day, contact info”
UPDATE: Still available, but no price listed. Price was $2800.
(10/30/09) The passenger side body panel has been modified.
“All original Flat head 4 cylinder, Fresh tune up, Original tires and Wheels + a spare set of tires, Good running jeep, very fun. Needs some TLC, Do not want to see it sit all winter, Will consider trade for good running Snowmobile. Please call, Mike 801-414-1507.”
http://saltlakecity.craigslist.org/cto/1460168325.html
Here’s a variety of pics from Gerald. Thanks for sharing!
Here’s Gerald’s trailer and his jeep with Military Tires. The tires make a world of difference. You can see the jeep with the mini terras here.
Here’s some old dealership photos:
Damn, what a lucky kid this guy was … I’m gonna have to talk to mom and dad about this! I had to wait until I was 18 for my first ‘real’ jeep!
I can’t tell how young/old this photo is:
And this is just for fun. If you didn’t catch it, there was a fascinating documentary on the 2006 auction of Star Trek Memorabilia.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
There appears to be some stainless parts on this. It might be a good value.
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1953 Willy’s Jeep, Original 4 cylinder flat head motor. Rebuilt with only 10,000 miles. Warn overdrive, Rancho shocks and Rancho 3 inch lift kit, converted from original 6v to 12v.30in BF Goodrich all terrian tires, chrome tail gate and heavy duty chrome front bumper. runs great, must sell.”
It doesn’t run, but appears complete. Based on the year, I’d say this is a CJ-3A, but the bow holders on the driver’s side suggest CJ-2A.
“It’s a pretty great jeep. I really, REALLY hate having to sell it but, as we all know the economy sucks. Anyways, about the jeep: Of course it doesn’t run it’s been sitting for about 2 years, under cover about 1 year 6 months. Mostly electrical work is needed, and I imagine there is a load of work to be done under the hood. Ran and drove 2 years ago. Stock cover is still in great condition, just needs a thorough wash. Interier is dusty and smelly. Hundreds of extra parts laying around. (Doubles of what’s on the jeep already). NOT a parts vehicle, or un-finished project. Just needs a good strong elbow or two on her for a while.
Will most likely need all 4 new tires, but they haven’t been filled with air in a long time so they might still work, who knows Lol. All are welcome to take a look if you like, shoot me an offer first and we’ll see where we can go from there.”
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/1457550558.html
Check out the knob sticking out of the emergency brake hole. What is that? Also, the carburetor just barely sticks out of the hood. I suspect the air cleaner attaches above the hood? The seller notes that with the exception of the engine, everything is original, which isn’t true.
“This jeep is in good condition with a 52 overhead valve engine, everything else is original…Steering has been rebuilt…new battery…This has the 4 wheel drive with low and high…and it works good.. It shows 36967 but I can’t confirm this. This would make a great hunting/fishing jeep or one to just have fun in…thanks for looking..rudy”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
No offense to the seller, but the seller writes that the low retail value of these are $4100 and the high is $19,000. I suggest the seller visit eWillys for a dose of reality.
“UP FOR BIDS IS A RESTORABLE 1960 WILLYS CJ3B JEEP. THIS UNIT RAN WHEN PARKED, TITLE IS LOST BUT WILL SUPPLY BILL OF SALE. THESE HAVE A LOW RETAIL VALUE OF $4100.00, AVERAGE RETAIL OF $9,700.00 AND A HIGH AVERAGE OF $19,000. IT WOULD TAKE ABOUT $5,000 IN PARTS TO MAKE THIS NEW AGAIN. A COMPLETE REPO BODY IS $2000.00. DON’T LET THIS ONE GET AWAY……….NO RESERVE. UNIT MUST BE PICKED UP HERE UNLESS YOU ARRANGE SHIPPING. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT US BEFORE BIDDING. TITLE WAS LOST AND WILL HAVE TO BE APPLIED FOR IF RESTORED FOR ROAD USE. SERIAL # 57348 61137”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1650.
This looks like a good deal … depends on whether it will start or not.
“1953 Willys Jeep CJ3B for sale. Transmission and transfer case in excellent shape. Motor smoked last time it ran. Jeep is solid, would make a great restoration project, trail rig or hunting rig. Have owned Jeep for a long time and always stored inside.”
UPDATE: Was $23,900. **Status Unknown**
Here’s another pretty Jeepster. These always look great when all shined up!
“1950 WILLYS JEEP CONVERTABLE. EXCEPTIONALLY CLEAN!! ORIGIANAL IN-LINE 4 CYLINDER MOTOR. MANUAL TRANSMISSION. COLUMN SHIFTER. NEW TIRES.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3500
(03/27/09) I can’t tell if the body is rough or it’s just reflecting stuff due to its high polish.
“1942 ford gpw flat fender military jeep, like willys. $5000.00, might consider interesting trade. 925-918-1187 days only”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/1459069175.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $700.
This looks like a good price for a project jeep.
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We have for sale a 1948 WILLYS JEEP CJ 2 A !!! Ready for restoration… The pics do not show the HOOD,, RADIATOR, WINDSHIELD AND 2 FLAT FENDERS,,, They are in safe keeping and included in the price………of $700.00 pd in cash when picked up locally… More pics are available if you wish to see them”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1800 **Status Unknown**
“1942 Willys WWII CJ 2A Military Jeep in running condition. Has the original 4 cylinder flathead hurricane engine? New Radiator. Has tow bar, tab on the front to put a trailer ball. Has a massive angle iron piece on the rear for multiple locations of trailer balls. Tires are very old and the left rear has a slow leak goes down in about a week. Does not have the vacuum wipers and the passenger seat needs to be bolted down. Runs Great! Due to it’s vintage age to be SOLD-AS-IS, WHERE-IS WHAT-IS. asking 1800.00 or best offer.”.
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1500
This looks like it has the Hudson steering column.
“Hey there, I am letting my Project go that I just never got around to starting. It is a 1946 willys jeep, CJ2A. The motor was converted to a small block chevy 265 ci out of a 1955 Car. Other than that, the drive/power train is original. My buddies godfather restored it back in 1986 and painted it with lacquer base paint. Its in way restorable condition. Would make a great wheeler project or use as a great original restoration platform. If there are any questions, please feel free to email or call me at 253 205 74 six four.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/1457376455.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
I can’t tell how rough the body is from the one pic.
“For Sale, 1948 Jeep CJ2A, runs excellent drives good, 60-80# oil pressure cold, needs tires brake work and glass”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.
“1947 CJ2A $1200.00 FIRM…. 134 L-head 4cyc engine, T-90, 3 speed manual trans, Model 18, 2 speed t-case. This will be a great project car, it doesn’t run and it needs a frame up resto. Engine, trans, transfer case, diffs, driveline included. Mostly all original parts, right down to the steering wheel. Complete vehicle, just needs to be fixed. I was told that all numbers match, I’ve never looked. There are no major modifications, wheels and tires are not original, tires are flat. This Jeep had been sitting for decades is the Santa Clarita area, until I moved it to northern NV. There is surface rust, no body rot or cancer. There are corner plates on the back. These are bolted on and can be removed.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.
It’s a parts jeep. Note the later model drive train from a CJ-5. I’m not sure what’s attached to the back of the jeep.
“clean out garage have to may project going on 1947 willys jeep for sale NO TITLE . Has dauntless v6 last run last summer .. All jeep drive train form a cj5 have everthing .”
I doubt there’s much salvagable. Maybe it’s not as bad as it looks?
“1942 jeep willys body make offer call pete 216-6627”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/pts/1456941173.html
This runs and is supposed to be 98% rust free. Might be a good deal. That’s not the original engine, but at least there’s no hole in the hood!
“I am selling my 1947 WILLYS jeep. The jeep is 98% rust free and original. THe jeep is in real nice shape for its age it has been stored inside most of it’s life but it has been sitting outside for the last few weeks. The jeep does run and run good. it does need some brake work (shoes) which I have brand new ones just have not had time to put them on. It also has a front mounted tow bar. I am asking $1700 FIRM might do some trading. I will post pics soon.”
http://austin.en.craigslist.org/cto/1455388483.html
There’s been some mods to this.
“Jeep has brand new 35″ pro comp xtreme rock crawling tires. New front steering stabilizer. Dana 44 rear end with detroit locker with new axle bearings and seals. Front has new ball joints. Has soft top and bikini top. Has cj5 doors that do fit. Al new gauges and they all do work correctly. Dana 20 transfer case and granny low 4 speed tranny. Chevy 283 thats ben built up. Has Holley Model 1850 carb. At idle it has around 60 psi of oil pressure. Runs and drives great. Jeep is in great shape. Can send pics upon request. 812-664-8279”
http://evansville.craigslist.org/cto/1455240426.html
The body could use a new pan.
“Great little Jeep that has had much work done. Around $4500 spent (all receipts included) – New brake system – cylinders and pipework, exhaust, radiator, gas tank, seats, brake and speedo cables, NDT tires, black powder coated rims. Engine fully rebuilt at proffessional engine shop. Everything done to original 1950 Willys Jeep spec and repro parts used. Needs bodywork, gauges and electical harness installed to complete….”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“IT DOES NOT HAVE POWER STEERING, BUT IT IS MANAGEABLE EVEN LOADED WITH GUYS AND GEAR. I HAVE USED A LOT OF HI RACK JEEPS AND THIS IS THE BEST ONE I HAVE OPERATED. IT IS JUST BUILT RIGHT. IT IS COMFORTABLE AND THE PERFECT SIZE. THE TOP HOLDS 2 BIG GUYS, FOUR GUNS AND EXTRA STORAGE. THE QUAIL RACK HOLDS 2 GUYS AND 2 GUNS. THERE IS A BASKET IN THE MIDDLE FOR SHELLS OR A COOLER. THE TITLE IS NOT TRANSFERRED INTO MY NAME,IT IS THE ORIGINAL 78 TITLE, BUT HAS BEEN SIGNED BY PREVIOUS SELLER. I DID NOT BOTHER TRANSFERRING INTO MY NAME BECAUSE I HAD NO INTEREST IN PUTTING IT ON THE ROAD. IT WOULD TAKE SOME TIME TO GET THE TITLE STRAIT. TWO BILLS OF SALES WILL BE INCLUDED. THE SPEEDO DOSENT WORK ALONG WITH SOME GAUGES. THIS JEEP HAS NOT BEEN TAGGED SINCE 1990. I HAVE DRIVEN IT ON THE ROAD IN WEST TEXAS, AND IT HANDLES VERY WELL. IF I LEFT SOMETHING OUT BE SURE TO ASK.”
If you didn’t see the first round of pics, go here. These are a second round of pics that Paul generously provided. Thanks again Paul and great work!
No stories with these pics, just eye candy 🙂
Here’s the steering:
Click on the link below to see more pics …..