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Welcome to eWillys.com, a website for vintage jeep enthusiasts. I update this website nearly every day with jeep deals, jeep history, interesting reader projects, jeep related info, and more.
These quick searches can help you find things on eBay. People list in the wrong categories all the time, so don't be surprised to see brochures in the parts area for example.
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 .
Tom shared this ad, which looks like a great price.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1418378422197727
“Looking for a classic JEEP ? Well here ya go very well preserved. Has new carpet,mirrors and a smaller steering wheel plus new wheels. This would make you the talk of any Jeep outing. No trades.”
Matt shared this January 12, 1982, article from the Chicago Sun-Times about this Jeepster and its owner, Emily Tupy, who was part of the Mid-States Jeepster Association.
The Jeepsterman announced he will being selling a new bed extension soon.
This book cover landed on Facebook. It appears there was an early (or original) edition publishe din 1952 without a jeep on the cover. The CJ-5 cover edition was published in 1960 (and possibly other years). I do not know if a jeep plays any role in the narrative.
1952: (can be found on Amazon for $14.59)
1960: A copy of this book can be found on eBay for $4.99 plus shipping:
TJ shared this rare Crosley jeep for sale. It’s a project.
“2 wheel drive Crosley running gear home aid body. No rust. Body primer and sealed. Lots new parts. Radiator, gas tank, tires, brakes. Needs carburetor, water pump.Title”
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3608854662661638
This has a variety of updates.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/842398679463287/permalink/2136692190033923/
“For sale 13000 obo North Norwich New York 13814”
The hood lacks the WILLYS stamp, but the body is not post 1962, so this might be a mix of parts. Thanks to John for sharing it.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/467017479133512
“1950 Jeep willys good for restoration I have a engine and transmission to go with it no trades first come first serve”
Bill shared this unrestored MB for sale. Barn finds has an article about it.
https://daytona.craigslist.org/cto/d/ormond-beach-1945-willys-mb-military/7749661322.html
“1945 Willys MB Military Jeep, WW2. Unrestored and mostly original, runs and drives well and pretty reliable. It has a layer of Dust on it, but it has been maintained well. New Carburetor and Fuel Pump, Silicone Brake Fluid, original Tools and Canvas Pop. Many Spare Parts included.”
This is a mix of parts.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/817584763252379/
“44/46 Willys has ford six cylinder and steering and hubs. Runs good. Need to downsize. Selling other jeep to make room”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $11,500.
it looks like this includes the rifle.
“Military 1/2 ton vehicle with 106mm recoiless rifle”
Looks like there might be some parts value here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1101985127572423
“A pair of 1947 willys cj2a jeeps for parts. NO TITLES. both tubs are pretty rough and rust in the floors. One frame is in decent shape. Axles seem to be good. Decent fenders, grilles, and a bunch of other parts. No engines/transmissions/transfer cases. Plenty of good parts here. Would like to sell as a pair. Also have some aluminum old Jeep/ford 5-5 1/2 pattern wheels that will go with them. Being sold as parts only. Located in Lewiston Idaho, asking $500 for the pair OBO. Possible trades, what ya got? More pictures on request.”
Needs some finishing work.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1164910697869643
“1952 Willys Panel · Sedan · Driven 123,456 miles
sitting on 1989 s 10 frame
all new poly body mounts
Runs / moves and stop
350/350
Cam
Roller rockers
Gear drive
New 305 58 cc heads
Edelbrock carb and intake
Msd distributor
Full exhaust
Aluminum radiator
With electric fan and thermostat
New summit master cylinder booster assembly
Bell tech 2 drop springs and spindles
Rear axle flip kit etc
new door panels and kick panels
extra drivers door
Need better fuel tank and wiring finished and some tlc
possible trade must be of equal value or more”
Bill shared this USMC Radio jeep. Note that the title may not be in the seller’s name, given it is a South Carolina title.
View all the information on ebay
“FFrom what I can find out this is a rare USMC 1962 USMC Radio Jeep
Serial # 87509 DoD 8/62
1 of only 500 M38A1 Jeeps made for the Marines in 1962, I don’t know how many Radio Jeeps there were.
This one saw service as a Volunteer Fire Department Vehicle in South Carolina.
Pretty sure it was converted to 12 volts at that time.
Body is Rusty to say the least.
All of the Dash Data Plates are in tack, as well as the Radio instruments and switches.
The good part is that these Jeeps were under coated, so the frame is in really in good condition
And another plus on these Jeeps is that they were ordered with limited slip front and rear differentials.
You will not find that on any other M38A1’s.
That alone is worth the low reserve price.
I put a Battery in it, and it turns over freely
Oil looks good, radiator holds water
19345 miles on Odometer
16 X 7.50 Tires are in decent shape with no dry rot
Part it out fix it up, your choice
I do have a Transferable South Carolina Title”
According to the seller, the rear access doors added to the rear wagon door was related to this wagon being an ice-cream vehicle.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1164321511268804
“1951 Willy’s Wagon. All original four cylinder engine! Granny 4 Speed, withnivertide. 4-wheel drive very rare. 3-way ice cream truck with style rear doors. New wiring harness. Runs good. Great surf wagon project with good bones. Firm 7500,”
Maybe someone can use these?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/822290036426723
“2 willys jeeps cj2a 1947 and cj3b 1953
Cj2 is mostly complete. Needs wiring finished. New carb. Engine rotating freely
Cj3 is body and frame
Both in good shape for their age. Would make great projects. Several extra parts not pictured. 3500 obo. Must pick up. Can help load. Need money hoping for a quick sale. Thank you for looking. Pm is fastest form of communication”
Unclear how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/820919429494197
“Willy’s FC with flat bed not running”
These are $300 each.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/306757269168489/
“These are original WW2 combat split rims with great rubber for jeep or trailer. 300$ each”
If you need a stock CJ-5 top, this may be worth a look. No doors.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/489443303457524
“Fiberglass and steel Koenig hard top for an early CJ5. No doors
Local pickup in Pine Grove CA ”
I was going to post many more updates, but a hay baler breaking down put a stop to that (long story). More updates Sunday morning.
This weekend is the Willys Rally at Heuston Woods. Tom was kind enough to take some pics for us.
I’ve got the driver’s seat ready to mount once the cab is ready. I still need to get some seat belts, so I can add them.
I won’t be needing this FC Vacuum Wiper motor. Anyone need one? I don’t know how well it works (or not), so I would just ask you pay for shipping. It includes the cable and the mounting bolts (not shown). I don’t know how the FC vacuum wiper motor differs from other jeep vacuum motors, if they are different at all.
More progress made, as the passenger seat bracket holes were drilled (studs were rusted) and the stock brackets look appear to fit perfectly.
However the driver’s side holes, due to some previous patches and brittle metal, aren’t visible. So, I am attempting to estimate their location. The rough distance I measured is from the front of the hat channel bracket just behind where the seat posts rest to the seat brackets shown below. The 16 1/4 inches might be a little short. Anyone have the correct measurement for a circa 1960 FC-170?
Here is the driver’s seat from underneath, per Will’s question:
Here’s an example from another FC-170 with the same brackets (from this post):
Passenger seat:
UPDATE: Blaine shared this Ghost Army image of a jeep that appeared on the Messynessychic.com blog back in 2015.
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Original post March 13, 2021: This pic reminds me of the Ghost Army documentary I mentioned back in 2019. The photo below shows a combled-together fake jeep. I’m still hoping to find some better photos of a Ghost Army inflatable jeep. Dummy tank photos are much easier to find. The photo was taken November of 1944 in Wongabel, Queensland, Australia.
This photo appeared on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2382510764/permalink/10158078411510765/
This is an unusually haunting postcard with a jeep. The original was painted in 1945 by Donald Friend (see image at the bottom).
View all the information on eBay
“THE JEEP FERRY 1945 AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL CANBERRA ACT ART CARDS POSTCARD”
Original art:
This may be sold soon, as there was a note from eBay that someone had this in their cart, but it could be a ‘make offer’ situation. No matter, still an unusual card with a jeep. It is currently priced at $18.95.
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“Postcard with corner and edge wear. Also has some creasing in left corners.”
