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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 .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $11,000.
The steps have been lengthened on both sides and the tailgate removed.
“FOR SALE: 1954 CJ 3B. Original engine. Frame-off restoration and current refresh. Less than 275 miles on complete engine rebuild. Runs and drives great. Owner recently retired and is ready to travel. No time for toys. Have $19K in receipts, full documentation with purchase. Includes Ramsey power take off winch. Hard to find option. $11,000 OBO”
This jeep has a variety of updates.
https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/d/huntington-beach-forsale-1947-willys-cj2/7233986825.html
“So it’s time for me to sell my favorite toy. I’ve had this little red Jeep for a couple years now and it’s been a blast. The 78 Buick V6 is a beast in such a little vehicle. The Dana axles are strong and make this thing fun to run on any street or trail. The 33” tires aren’t huge but they’re no rinky dink spares either. The chrome wheels make this thing at home at any hot rod meet up or rigs and coffee too.
It’s got an original Warn 8274 winch with a steel cable. People have offered me a grand just for that, but I won’t separate them. It’s got a flat tow set up bolted on, you can leave it on or remove it quickly. I’ll also include my Willys Tonka truck with it. I bought it from an antique toy seller just to keep these together, always thought it was a cool little deal. Continue reading
Has updates.
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/d/hemet-1950-willys-jeep-m38-convertible/7235366557.html
“1950 Willys M38 Jeep. Jeep runs great. Super fun to cruise around town or go off-roading in. Brand new leather top. Many new parts. Fires right up. Have priced them out in this condition and they’re $15K-$25K. $12K takes It”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/27/2020) It’s a project.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/959350094553500
“Jeep FC-150 Project No title. Came from Alabama Has rear fenders in the bed. Drivetrain is complete. Engine turns over by hand. Located off Perkins Rd in Baton Rouge. Can assist with loading.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $300.
Someone was looking for rims like these.
“5 original wheels with good traction tires from a 1953 Willys cj3b jeep.
Will fit 2a 3a 3b and cj5.
5 on 5 1/2 steel wheels–15 inch-ORIGINAL.
$300—–OBO”
No photos included in the ad.
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/d/pittsburgh-1952-m38/7239417397.html
“952 M38 (MC35123). Frame off restoration. 24v (12v ignition). Includes locking hubs, directionals, rifle rack, 24v distributor, wires and spark plugs.”
This toy seems appropriate for today. Thanks to Mark for forwarding it.
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This rare Metamet catalog came from the UK via eBay. I had hoped there would be information and pics in side about the twelve different style of jeeps sold by Metamet, but this truly only covers the parts. The best part of this might be the back page, which lists the different jeeps. The catalog also has some well-done diagrams.
This is the cover:
This is the back cover, which is slightly longer than the rest of the catalog. On the left is a list of the Metamet jeeps:
Here’s the inside of the front cover, followed by the pages in order:
Roger shared this color photo of a Chicago Fire Department FC-170 designed to eject smoke. It was posted to this Fire Engine Facebook group. This appears to be engine #1.
A similar black and white photo was printed in the February 1969 issue of Popular Science. This appears to be engine #2.
This collection of literature also includes some J-Series documents as well. It’s hard to tell if this is mostly just a manual or a large number of Bulletins.
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“Willys Jeep Dealer Manual 1952-1963 Parts & Accessories & Bulletins.”
These look like the same type of saucers that I got off ebay a couple months ago.
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“Up for sale is a PAIR of new old stock, in the box Willys Jeep CJ5 coasters (possibly ashtrays or small plates). They are in perfect, brand new never used condition, but the box has some water staining on the corner of it. There are no identifying marks that show a manufacturer on them, but they certainly are vintage, most likely from the 1950’s. I’m assuming they were some sort of dealer or manufacturer promotional item. They show a detailed picture of a light green colored Willys Jeep CJ5 on smoked colored glass and they measure about 4-1/2″ in diameter.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,000.
Nice looking build.
“1956 Willys Pickup 4WD, 327 Chevrolet Engine. Frame off Rebuild by Previous Owner/Willys Enthusiast.”
Modified and converted to 2WD. Note the trimmed tailgate across the front frame rails.
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/3613943548699643/
“This sweet little open air cruiser has been converted to 2 wheel drive. It has 4cyl. Chevy motor, automatic transmission, Mustang 2 front end, and a S-10 rear end, new front tires and a fresh alignment.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $925.
This looks in good shape. It also has a 110 volt outlet.
“1940’s Hobart G-261 welder. Good running Jeep CJ2A industrial engine. Purchased several months ago at an estate auction where it had been neglected in back corner of a garage for decades. Rubbed on it a little, installed new battery, poured water in radiator and in just a short time it started. Engine sounds great, good oil pressure. No water leaks, no oil leaks. Still working out kinks. Gas tank needs good clean out, will require sheet metal removal and I just have not gotten revved up for that yet. Have not tried to weld, have not attempted to test for weld current output. Have plugged a grinder in to 110 volt outlet and that did work.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $200.
These look in good shape. They came off of a 1960 FC-170.
“Early vintage Willys Jeep 5 lug steel wheels. Set of four, 15” wheels. Sandblasted clean, no cracks one with small wrinkle on rim lip. One with hub cap clips. Stamped 15×4.50 E with 59 and 60, dates? Off 1960 Jeep Forward Control, I upsized to 16” rims.”
Some Warn hub parts.
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/pts/d/sewickley-hubs-ford-warn-jeeo/7239038363.html
“various complete hubs and hub parts Ford/jeep and at least two sets of Warn hubs extra gears housings”
No pics provided. Maybe something or maybe nothing.
https://easternshore.craigslist.org/pts/d/chester-willys-overland-mb-and-cj2/7238677593.html
“Multiple project frames, body, engines, transmissions, transfer cases, axles, wheels, tires, miscellaneous parts for MB and CJ2. Text for more info and photos, six 1 zero four zero 5 72 nine 0. Make me an offer on individual bits or come haul it all away (preferably). My interests have moved on. Would like to part with these hard to come by original components to clear out shop space and clutter, did I mention MAKE ME AN OFFER! All will be considered.”
Runs and drives.
https://syracuse.craigslist.org/snw/d/hancock-military-mechanical-mule/7223370805.html
“A vintage U.S. Military M274 1/2 Ton, 4X4 or “Carrier, Light Weapons, Infantry, 1/2 ton, 4×4”, also known as the “Mule”, “Military Mule”, or “Mechanical Mule” for sale in upstate New York.
4-wheel drive, gasoline-powered truck/tractor vehicle that can carry up to 1/2 tons off-road. 2WS (Wheel Steering) with wide fender kit. Well maintained. Runs well. Great for hunting adventures this fall.”
Good straight truck with an updated engine. Needs a little more work, but has potential for the right price.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/rodeo-1949-willys-2wd-truck/7240974256.html
“Willys 1949 2 Wheel drive pickup 440 Dodge V8 auto transmission pink in hand needs some finishing very nice solid orig, body runs and drives but has been stored a while needs some finish work and registration .”
This early truck bed made into a trailer appears in decent shape if someone needs a replacement bed for their truck. No pics of the floor included nor was a description provided.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/421950635883083
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/27/2020) As the seller notes, it is rough, but may have some parts value.
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/pts/d/washingtonville-willys-jeep-cj2a-parts/7224321392.html
“Willys CJ2A very rough shape, does not run, does not turn over, no title comes with this, we will not answer questions, this is Very Rough, but still good for some pieces, we will load onto your trailer, price is firm, info on business card”
Bill shared this link from Hemmings published today showing jeeps going over Black Bear Road.
Just a few updates for Sunday. Regular updates Monday, including a post about an original Metamet catalog.
Mark shared a link to this great photo of a Fire or Special Utility FC-170 working at the New York City World’s Fair in 1964-1965. The photo can be found here.
UPDATE: These Free-Lock hubs are still available.
(11/18/2020) This ebay ad for Free-Lock hubs provides the most detailed pics I have for this version of the hub. These are 27 spline, which means they were produced after 1972? If that’s the case, then for some reason the Free-Lock brand that was abandoned circa 1959 was resurected for these hubs.
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“Vintage Free-Lock Locking Hubs Jeep CJ CJ5 27 Spline – Warn 9062 – 27 Spline (Wanted: new old stock locking hubs in small or large quantities)
Used
Engage and disengage properly
Same application as Warn 9062
Heavy duty hubs
6 Bolt
27 Spline”
