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This photo of a couple jeep maneuvering through mud and over a series of logs was published in the October 14, 1944, issue of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
UPDATE: Here are three Western JEEP toy ads on eBay.
1. This ad appeared in the May 1946 issue of Toys and Novelties. It looks to be an early ad for the Western Jeep. I didn’t realize it was manufactured out of Seattle.
2. This ad appeared in the Playthings Magazine in September of 1946. It announced that the Western Jeep had proven too popular and was sold out. There was a kiddie ride called the Western Jeep that look like it used this style of jeep (see post below this one).
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3. This ad appeared most likely in a 1946 issue of Toys and Novelties. The seller of this ad is purposefully obscuring the date and magazine, so it isn’t clear whether when this ad was published.
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4. This ad appears in a 1947 magazine, probably Toys and Novelties. It announced a new low price (though the price of the ad on eBay is anything but low):
I can’t tell if the floors have thick paint or a little bit of fiberglassing/body liner under the paint. Overall looks solid.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1062589594167356
“I know this isn’t a Jeep Wrangler but I was not given the option of picking Willys. So, up for sale is a 1951 Willys CJ3A. I have owned this jeep since 2006 when I picked it up as a fixer upper project. I have completed 95% of the restoration and have used it some in the meantime. I have spend many hours on it and have replaced a lot of parts over the years. Continue reading
Has a variety of updates. Includes a trailer.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/148188777053311
“1947 Jeep Willys, Chevy 4.3L V-6, 5.38:1 gears, Automatic, 35″ Baja tires, Dual exhaust, Winch, Windshield folds down, (2) 5′ LED Whip lights, Trailer included.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500.
Seems worth a look. Unclear if any run.
“I have three Willys FC pickups one money takes all three trucks”
Appears solid.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/640707393186491/
“1949 Willy’s Jeepster, 3 speed on the tree, runs good, licensed for SD. Car is in Emery SD.”
Lots of mods. I’d be surprised if this was “plated” as having served in Pearl Harbor during WWII (obviously wouldn’t have arrived until sometime in 1945 at the earliest if it is a 1945).
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/377289710006130/
“One of a kind. 1945 Jeep. 6 inch lift. On 35s. Full arb air lockers in each axle. On board air compressor and air tank for tires also. Custom roll cage. CD player. Has soft top and doors all in good condition. I’ve owned this for over 10 years. My boys are beginning to out grow it. So thinking I may sell this. Or trade it. It runs great. Plenty of power. 4 speed manual. Dual transfer case. Warn winch. Everything works except the speedo but I just go with flow of traffic. Not sure how to put a price on such a rare unique piece of American history. Plated and documented it’s been in Pearl Harbor. World war 2. So I’m taking offers. I paid 8k for this and have put in a few grand over the years for suspension and tires are new. Mileage is unknown”
Blainse shared this General Supply Company generator. More on these here.
https://oregoncoast.craigslist.org/tls/d/coquille-portable-air-compressor/7225500954.html
“Portable Air Compressor
General Supply Company 260 gasoline powered air compressor.
Jeep 4-cylinder engine.
Has not been started in a few years, so will require some TLC.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4000
(11/16/2020) Runs and drives, but has some floor patches.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3410838365637969
“Willys CJ2A, 134 go devil, t90 & dana 18, new fuel system including new poly tank and carb, 2.5″ rancho lift kit, NEW set (4) 32 x 9.5 super swamper tsl’s on new wheels, new set (5) 31 x 10.5 good year wranglers on new wheels, new rear drive shaft, new aluminum radiator & electric fan, new oil pressure, water temp, voltage gages. Original grill guard installed. Big boy rear fender mod, moves seat back 5″ Needs re wired (bare minimum now), i have new speed way wiring kit, just needs installed Needs front drive shaft. Runs great, brakes work, steering is good, floors and tub really good shape. Clear title. Would trade for TJ. Very good runner. Less than 60″ wide so legal for most local ATV trails. $5k, OBO.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/21/2020) This appears to have the Gov data plate on the dash. I think those are Renegade rims?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/788779355192375/
“Ex Navy vehicle 85% stock Still has a navy id plate on it.”
Next updates Tuesday morning.
The Coast Guard’s “Invader Jeep” (with photos here and photos/article/film here) was apparently also called the “Miracle Jeep”. The designer was Chief Petty Officer Charles D. Benjamin.
For starters, this short news reel clip has a reference to it in the Descriptive Log as a Miracle Jeep: https://www.historicfilms.com/tapes/14555_1773.97_1798 . Here’s a screen shot:
The March 18, 1944, issue of the Dayton Herald refers to the Coast Guard Super jeep as a “Miracle Jeep” as well:
The June 25, 1944, issue of the Indianapolis Star also refers to the jeep as the “Miracle Jeep”.
Here’s another, less exciting video with more safety equipment. I don’t understand why they are racing with the windshield in place? And, I’m glad when I raced I didn’t have so many people so close to the track.
Currently priced at $149.99, it looks like a club jacket patch. According to the California 4-Wheel Drive Association’s history page, the Desert Foxes formed out of long reach prior to April of 1959. The club was one of the charter members of the Association.
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“Original Desert Foxes Jeep Club Member Embroidered Patch Iron-On Sew-On 7 1/2”. Condition is “Used”.”
This is priced at $750. This has a late 1940s-early 1950s Willys-Overland logo along with the cursive inscription of Liz Hunnicutt. I tried to matched Liz Hunnicutt with Willys, but I didn’t have any luck with Google searches.
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“Rare Zippo Lighter Willys-Overland Automotive Advertising 1937/1950
Pat. 2032695
The Insert is a 2517191
Good Condition with Good Snap
Inscribed Willys-Overland On One Side
Inscribed Liz Hunnicutt on The Other
VERY RARE LIGHTER – ESPECIALLY INSCRIBED WITH LADY’S NAME (POSSIBLE WAR TIME)”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on ebay.
(07/07/2020) In May of 1950, Fishing Line and Twine sponsored a contest that is described in the Field and Stream ad below . The grand prize consisted of a Willys-Overland Station Wagon, Trailorboat, Harris Trailer, 7 1/2 h.p. Marting outward motor, My Buddy tackle box, Hodgman wader, Montague rod, Ocean City reel, set of Voo Doo Lures, and a spool of Sunset fishing line.
To win the contest, a person simply had to write down their favorite fishing ‘tall tale’ in 150 words or less and send to the Sunset Line and Twine, located in San Francisco. There were 22 weeks of weekly prizes and then the five top prizes.
“1950 Print Ad Sunset Fishing Line Willys Overland Station Wagon Contest”
UPDATE: Still Available. Most of these sold.
Christopher shared this ad. The condition of the FCs vary.
“Six (6) Forward Control (FC) 170 Jeeps for parts. There is a lot going on here and a lot of parts. Four (4) of the Jeeps are parts Jeeps.
1.The one in first photo has Warn automatic hubs, an old power angle Meyers snow blade, a Jayhawk dump, a Koenig winch and dual PTO unit. It has a dealer added power brake system. The master cylinder has been rebuilt with a brass sleeve by White Post Restoration. It has not run for 2 years. Some of these parts are not installed. I think I have a title for this one. Will have to hunt for it.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
These are never-used 15″ x 30″ solid-letter Desert Dog tires. They come mounted on 8″x15″ white-spoke rims that appear in good shape, too.
Nick Oxander found and shared these photos on Facebook. It appears this lightweight prototype was manufactured by the Valentine Welder & Manufacturing Company; yet, this same vehicle has been credited in other places, such as Hemmings and on eWillys, as the KEL Kaiser extra-light jeep. Anyone have an insight into this conundrum?
I don’t know what this is worth, but they have some good pics of this rarely seen Nellybelle Marx jeep and box. The eBay seller is asking $750.
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“Marx NellyBelle Willys Jeep ( car Truck) with Pat, Dale and Bullet. This listing is for a really nice condition Willys NellyBelle Metal Jeep with the Original Box. Also included is Pat Brady, Dale Evans , Bullet the Dog and one Hammer.”
Here’s a unique build that married a wrecked 2004 Corvette with a free 1968 Jeepster Commando. The builder calls it a “Corveep”. There’s a series of pics that document some of the challenges involved in marrying the two vehicles, including lengthening the Commando body.
http://bobpelikan.com/?p=54#more-54
UPDATE: Price dropped to $15,000.
Mark spotted this nice 3A with a governor and a rear PTO unit.
https://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/d/lincolnton51951-willys/7244625485.html
“Restored 1951 cj3a Willys jeep new paint and tires and wheels added recently has a factory pto 3rd owner has older top jeep looks new drives great”
Mark spotted this solid (especially for South Carolina) looking Jeep Wagoneer. I’m not sure about the price (haven’t followed these prices).
https://greenville.craigslist.org/cto/d/due-west-classic-jeep-wagoneer-1970/7242936569.html
“4WD automatic 350 v8. 64,565 original mileage. 1970 was the last year that Kaiser owned Jeep. This is a true classic. Driven daily and runs great! Original upholstery in good condition. Chrome in good condition.”
Looks like it may have had some step work.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/883387682207598
“1947 Willy Jeep, runs as should…… perfect alternative vehicle for driving on ATV trails up north. $4500 obo. This vehicle/ATV is located in Florence County Wisconsin”
Looks like there is body liner on the interior and exterior of the tub.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1831045540393657
“I have a 47 willys jeep. Runs excellent. Recently put a new water pump on. Jeep has all new floors. The frame is excellent and has been coated. It’s a great vehicle and I hate to sell, but I start a new job in a few weeks. The seats are excellent as well, 4wd works”
