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Mark spotted this interesting article on a secret group of fighters, all with Jewish backgrounds, that undertook some bold missions. The article included a photo of a jeep that has a roll-bar-like contraption, though maybe it was used to carry stretchers or supplies?
Blaine share this brief look at the February 13th, 1963, episode of the Alfred Hitchcock Hour, where in the first 30 seconds of the show, a jeep almost runs over one of the main characters. The jeep has an odd windshield; it looks a little wider than normal.
Here’s the full episode: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x7anysc
This clip was taken at the 1:58 mark.
The jeep briefly, and only partially, appears again at the 31:46 mark.
This Tom and Jerry Comic Car sold recently for $290! It included the original box. It looks in pristine shape. Thanks to Blaine for spotting it.
https://bid.bidfastandlast.com/ui/auctions/63215/5374043
This seems worth a look.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/yolo-1952-willys-jeep/7329673955.html
“1952 willys jeep,everything is there,stored the last 20 years”
This could be worth a look.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/atq/d/olympia-willys-cj2a/7329382861.html
“1946 Willys CJ2A
Recent body off rebuild
Rebuilt MB engine 30,000ths over-boar rods and mains turned And valves 12 volt alternator and 12 volt starter 12 volt battery disconnect with remote fob electronic ignition distributor
New aluminum radiator
Harrison heater
Warn overdrive
Rebuilt T-90 transmission not installed
New 6.50 traction tires
2 extra windshields extra hood extra front fenders
2 sets original parking lights
Jeep has LED taillights
Newer front parking lights with turn signals
Rebuildable Original engine
Original unmolested tailgate ACM number 1 digit from ACM body number
Call or Text or message (contact info removed)
$10,000 or best offer or part trade
Selling because too many Jeep projects”
Looks in good shape.
https://boise.craigslist.org/cto/d/star-1942-willys-mb-jeep/7328994126.html
“1942 Willy’s MB WWII jeep with soft cover and military wagon. MP (military police) version with siren. Runs good but has some oil leaks. Recently tuned up with new points, cleaned carburetor, new fuel pump and new 8V battery. Was restored by a WWII war veteran (my wife’s grandpa) in the early 1980’s. Has been kept inside and driven occasionally. Has clean title.”
Has a variety of updates.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/d/tumwater-1947-willys-flat-fender-v8-jeep/7330455047.html
“This 47 flat fender is very beautiful and runs and drives as well as it looks. Dana 44 ,373 gears ,posi, T98 four speed. 302 Ford V8. Power steering. Show and go. Everything is boxed and well supported and very Stout.”
Only the one pic provided.
https://reno.craigslist.org/bar/d/niotaze-53-willys/7324251269.html
“53 willys,, v6,,, runs drives,, needs clutch linkage work,,, sell 8500,,trade for pre smog jeep,, Toyota fj ,, Rock crawler ,, cj. Pre smog ,,samari Ford bronco ,, chevy blazer ,, k5 ,, willys wave runner. Harley enduro ,, side by side polaris ,, quad ,,baja bug 4runner. Land cruiser jeep”
UPDATE: Some of the text of this ad was updated.
(05/29/2021) Looks like it’s well built.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/penryn-1945-willys-jeep-updated/7325255723.html
“1945 Willys Jeep – This jeep has been in the family since 1969 and is ready for its next owner. This jeep has been garage kept and rebuilt several times over the years. Here is how it sits today.
1945 body
1952 frame (more heavy duty than the 1945 frame)
Chevy 350 (out of ’72 Camaro I believe) only a few thousand miles on it since rebuild
Edelbrock carb
Edelbrock intake manifold
HEI distributor
Custom headers
B and M hydromatic 4 speed transmission (slant pan), automatic that can shift like a stick but with no clutch
Chevy power steering
Dana 27 front end w/ detroit locker and 5:38’s
Dana 40 rear end w/ detroit locker and 5:38’s
Stewart Warner gauges
33” BFG KM2 on Pro Comp streetlock rims (99% tread left)
Custom rear rack with jerry cans
Camaro bucket seats (some tears at the seems) w/ Smitty Built seat covers w/ molle system
Full roll cage
Best Top soft top
Registered until February 2022
Installed new oversized aluminum radiator, electric fan, and remote high volume water pump in the last year. Runs strong. I ordered new temp sensor which should be here this week.“
Needs body work and lacks a gas tank to run.
https://reno.craigslist.org/pts/d/clio-1951-willys-cj3a/7325723319.html
“im selling my 51′ willys cj3a, it runs and will drive once the gas tank is back in it.
body is in good shape but it needs new floor pan.
i have tons of new parts but i dont have the time.
its non op and clean title is in my hand in my name.
its stored inside out of the weather.
asking $7500 obo”
“im selling my 51′ willys cj3a, it runs and will drive once the gas tank is back in it.
body is in good shape but it needs new floor pan.
i have tons of new parts but i dont have the time.
its non op and clean title is in my hand in my name.
its stored inside out of the weather.
asking $7500 obo”
Just a few updates today. Regular updates resume Tuesday morning.
This poor CJ-3A …
Looks ready for some fun.
https://myrtlebeach.craigslist.org/cto/d/calabash-1951-willys-jeep-4×4/7323547354.html
“1951 WILLYS JEEP
4×4
Good all terrain tires
Roll cage and soft top added
Runs and drives great!
3 speed with overdrive
Locking hubs
80,000+ miles on original speedometer
Great for trails or highway”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(04/15/2021) This looks solid. It has a few mods.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/671123750265968
“listing for a friend A, 1953 CJ3B mint condition, $20,000 call Rick at [hidden information] Richmond NH THE PRICE IS $20K”
This October 21, 1969, article from the Daily News-Post (Monrovia, California) included some great photos. It’s quite a spread! The review of the unit was very positive, almost a little too positive.
Since we are on the topic, here are a few different jeep-camper ads from 1969/1970.
The ad below was published in the May 21, 1969, issue of the Courier Journal out of Louisville, Kentucky. This ad included Jeep’s 2-Car Cars ad campaign:
This third-of-a-page ad appeared in the August 7, 1969, issue of the Napa Valley Register out of California:
This much smaller ad appeared in multiple newspapers across the country. This screen shot is from the August 13, 1969, issue of the The Times Recorder out of Zanesville, Ohio:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on Ebay.
Given the lack of other models and the early signage, these early jeep dealership photos were likely taken between 1945 and 1947. At first I thought the dealer has signs in the window, but I think the “signage” is actually window paint images (note the different fonts used for ‘JEEP’ in the window images). There is a nice early OFFICIAL 1946 “J” signage on the front of the building.
“I believe upsate new york, love the mobil oil gargoyle sign as well.”
The wood grille looks well done.
https://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/fuo/d/canton-willys-jeep-bar/7323728922.html
“Custom oak and walnut bar with replica of 1953 Willys truck front end. Back cabinet includes black granite counter top. Comes in four pieces and needs some assembly. Can be modified to replicate a different car or truck front end, or none. Wired with GFCI outlet for lights, fridge or microwave. Needs to get out of my shop to make room for my next project. Make me an offer.”
This wagon looks solid. The powertrain has updates.
https://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/cto/d/elmhurst-63-willys-wagon/7324151771.html
“1963 Willy’s Wagon, CLEAN BODY< CLEAN FRAME. GM V8, manual trans 3 speed. 4×4, runs and drives well, new battery, newer tires and exhaust system. Clean truck no bondo that I can find, truck is complete chrome , glass etc. original chassis. Need it shipped? I can help with that too.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(10/26/2020) Looks in good shape and has a variety of mods.
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/d/venetia-1949-willys-jeep-cj-2a/7328267115.html
“Willys jeep , 4 Wheel drive , Buick V-6 , Steel body , new battery , accent lights , spare parts , garage kept”
Has some updates.
https://longisland.craigslist.org/cto/d/east-hampton-1947-jeep-willys-cj2/7325531977.html
“1947 Jeep Willys CJ2 for sale. $15k OBO
I am listing on behalf of a friend who has moved away.
Solid body and frame. Runs and drives well – only known issue is that one of the brakes starts to get sticky after longer drives. It was substantially rebuilt from the ground up about 5 years ago.
Otherwise, it’s in good shape and my friend would love for it to go to a Jeep enthusiast who can give it the love and enjoyment it deserves.”
The floors have been replaced/patched.
https://raleigh.craigslist.org/snw/d/apex-1947-jeep-cj-2a/7324416374.html
“Mostly restored 1947 CJ2A. New systems: brakes, electrics, shocks, exhaust, windshield, ignition and fuel system. Motor is good at 27k miles. Ready for your tires of choice and body work, or just take it out as is. No title, you will need to get a bonded title from DMV if you want to put it on the road. You will have more fun with this than a modern side by side and make new friends as well. Cash or cashiers check.”
Looks like this was in a CJ-5.
https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/hvo/d/waynesville-kubota-v2203t-diesel/7326001673.html
“Just pulled out of a Willy’s jeep it was in. Runs good no issues, comes with Willy’s adapter new clutch and belhousing. Believe this fits many skid loaders, and other equipment also.
This looks in good shape.
https://newjersey.craigslist.org/tls/d/chester-hobart-welder-generator-on/7317249845.html
“Up for sale is a Hobart welder that’s on a trailer, uses a gas Willies engine? Everything works great and is good to go.”
UPDATE: Was listed here: http://www.ewillys.com/2020/02/04/year-fc-150-youngsville-nc-2500/
Has a rear PTO setup. Not sure how much other value it has.
https://raleigh.craigslist.org/grd/d/youngsville-jeep-fc150-tractor/7324401190.html
“This is a Forward Control Jeep turned into a tractor. It has beefed up springs, a rear Power Take-Off with an agri splined shaft, and an electric fan to enhance cooling at slow speeds. Has not run in years, tires are shot. Would make a great enclosed cab mower, or could be fitted with a backhoe.”
Not sure how much value is here. This is a DJ-3A convertible that has been modified with 4WD.
https://delaware.craigslist.org/pts/d/dover-cj-2a-for-parts/7317369636.html
“CJ-2A or 3A on rolling chasis
Edit…it is a DJ-3A converted to 4wd
includes frame, axles, transmission, transfer case, bell housing
tub, grill, fenders, 3 matching wagon wheel style tires and one M-151 tire
no title…parts only sold as is..rolls easy. tranny not locked up”
