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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.
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Might have some parts value.
https://sheboygan.craigslist.org/cto/d/sheboygan-willys-jeep/7220853368.html
“willy’s jeep V6 …I think all parts are there. Not sure of year…No title Bill of Sale….. Best offer”
No description provided. If it runs, it could be a good price.
https://lacrosse.craigslist.org/for/d/houston-willys-jeep-for-sale-by-owner/7221648184.html
UPDATE: This article from the San Juan Record dated October 22, 1965, provides more information on Kent Frost’s jeep Ruby and his treks over Elephant Hill.
A better example of the photo appeared in the January 1966 Four Wheeler Magazine
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Original Post November 08, 2016: In January of 1966, Four Wheeler Magazine reported that Kent Frost’s CJ-5 Ruby had surpassed 100,00 miles. During that time Frost estimated he had crossed Elephant Hill 195 times through all kinds of weather, both day and night. Fittingly, the birthday celebration was held at the top of the hill. Here are a few pics of Ruby:
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It appears this seller has separated these photos from the August 1959 Jeep convention with Castro in Cuba, listing them in multiple auctions.
“Fidel Castro Willys Jeep 1959 Convention Photos. These are from an original 1959 willys Jeep South American convention folio the year of Castros takeover. A variety of shots,including Castro Holding a Willys manual. Printed 2 sides. App. 31/2” x 5” each.Condition is “Used”. Shipped with USPS First Class”
This photo shows a bulldozer pulling four jeeps across the Luzon River in the Philippines.
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“1945 Press Photo a bulldozer tows American jeeps across the Tarlac River, Luzon. This is an original press photo. Luzon — A huge bulldozer tows this string of jeeps across the Tarlac River, Luzon, when the water proved too deep for even the ever versatile jeep to negotiate under its own power.Photo measures 9.25 x 7.25inches. Photo is dated 01-30-1945.”
This is a 24 page manual.
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“1950s Kaiser Willys Jeep Mechanics Supercharger Manual 24 Pages, Good+ Condition wear. Shipping to US only, Free Shipping.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
This could be a good price. I can’t tell if it was a DJ-3A, CJ-3B or a CJ-5.
“59 Willys, aftermarket Tub, small block chevy, 3 speed manual with 18 case. D 41 rear, 27 front with disc brakes and upgraded linkage. Power steering swap. Runs and drives. Current registration, good until 2021. Pink slip in my name. Needs more work to drive and use offroad. CA ID Tag on dash matches paperwork. Some mis matched stuff. Good project. Dont ask if its available. If the add is up, it’s for sale. I’m in the Placerville area. 95667”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5500. IT appears the hardtop is no longer included with the sale.
(10/30/2020) Seller listed this as an “M606 CJ3B”, but I don’t see any M-606 here.
https://bakersfield.craigslist.org/pts/d/bakersfield-willys-53/7235598041.html
“1953 Willys M606/CJ3B. Pink in Hand. Ramsey Winch with PTO. $5500. MILITARY. OFF ROAD. sixsixone NineOneZeroo 4fiveonefivee. Text preferred.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
Has an head. Needs the transmission reinstalled.
“I pulled the transmission and transfer out to replace the seals and went down the rabbit hole. All new herrings, shafts, and gears in the T90 but I stalled out and it’s been sitting in the garage for 3 years. The soft top is brand new. I’ve got all new engine and tranny mounts. Previous owner did a lot of work including the 12 volt conversion and swapping to the F4 engine.”
Listed as a 1944, this seems to be a CJ-2A body and chassis. No title.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/4078087538884388/
“1944 Willys Jeep, this is a project. The engine is missing a few parts. I pulled this Jeep out of a field, the hood and fenders wasn’t on the Jeep. I shot the primer to show it can be a great project. I have another Jeep that has same engine, I can let you have that engine also, if you pull it. Come take a look. Comes with bill of sale”
This may make a good project.
https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/wheat-ridge-1947-jeep-willy/7217214098.html
“This is a good vehicle for restoration.
99% of rust is surface only
One repair has been done on the rear panel
Original motor
Unknown if the engine starts
Has been stored in a garage for over 30 years”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $800.
(10/19/2020) A couple things with the seller’s notes. I agree this appears to be a CJ-3A, but the Dana 44 was introduced in late 1950 to the CJ-3A (not 1952).
https://victoriatx.craigslist.org/pts/d/victoria-willys-jeep/7220220622.html
“Was converted to chevy V8 and front saginaw manual steering (excellent upgrade if you’ve ever driven a stock one). Has 16” wheels and one of them appears to be original (date stamped 1953 military) it will need a replacement engine as the v8 block in it is apart and no good any longer. Jeep is rusty, modified, old and in need of extensive repair and restoration but is mostly all there. I do have the front fenders, they were only taken off to pull the engine out but I have lost interest and have too many other projects to finish first.
The firewall was butchered when the engine conversion was made but wouldn’t be too difficult to patch and repair with sheet metal and a little effort. Asking $1200, it has no title and I am not sure what year or model it is, my best guess 1953. It has the dana44 rear axle (means it is at least a 1952 and they quit building the low hood in 1953 and the gear ratio is 5.38:1 like most of them were throughout the years. It rolls easy but should be trailered because of age.”
It runs …
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/793572924548919/
“Jeep Willis 1942 runs good clean title no trade cash only 7000$ obo pickup only.”
This looks like a great price.
https://rockford.craigslist.org/grd/d/durand-misc-farm-equipment/7217276369.html
“1950/60s Willys jeep CJ5 style 3 stick, complete, v6 motor turns has not run in 10 years no title $500”
This photo dated July 11, 1941, shows actress Patricia Morrison sitting in a Ford GP, presumably for a photo shoot. In 1942, she joined the USO tour, entertaining troops in Great Britain. I suspect the men around her are fellow actors, but I can’t say for sure.
CREDIT: The Utah State Historical Society July 11, 1941.
CREDIT: The Utah State Historical Society July 11, 1941.
This wooden jeep puzzle out of Japan and currently in France is similar to one I bought a few years ago.
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“À vendre Jeep Willy’s 80848 Made in Japan Bois Wood voiture miniature model car auto”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4000.
(07/09/2020) No box and no engine.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/431085357852049/
“No box no engine willing to trade !!! What do you have ??? Title in hand”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2499.
(09/19/2020) Dan spotted this Montana project.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/815253582543282/
“I have a fc-150 Jeep cabover 4×4 pick up, just picked it up with intentions of redoing it but have to put my time and energy into my other projects. Has a inline 4 with a 3 speed, body is a little ruff it has very little rust just a lot of dents. Haven’t tried turning the motor over so unsure of the conditions of the motor but is complete, no title will come with a bill of sale. Located in fishtail $3299obo shoot me an offer worst I can say is no. Can deliver for an extra charge. May trade for a snowmobile or 4 wheeler.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4100.
(09/21/2020) The body has been rebuilt.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/312795493345745/
“Can you believe FB has no option for a CJ Jeep! This is a 1946 CJ-2a even though it is titled as a 1947 for some reason. Vehicle is in very good shape no dents no rust it has had numerous body panels professionally replaced skimmed and prepped for paint. It has an f-head engine conversion that runs well, new tires, shocks and some suspension components. New seats . Has a new in box 12 volt conversion kit also. No top or doors. Comes with tow bar and a trailer hitch . This is a very good start towards a really nice Willys Jeep! I just decided I wanted something a little bit more Creature Comforts and not as nice to take up into the mountains…this is too nice to get dents in”
This article featuring a Kent Frost jeep tour through Needles was published on May 2, 1958, in the San Juan-Record out of Monticello, Utah. At the bottom I’ve included an image of the whole paper as I thought the illustrated header of the paper was well done.
Searching for more information on Kent Frost, explorer by foot and jeep of Canyonland National Park, I found this article about a man who was injured by an exploding water tank in this unusual turn of events in the normally dull town (probably) of Monticello. The instigator of the fire was only try to fix a lamp….
CREDIT: November 26, 1935, Salt Lake Tribune
A Ford GP captured in action.
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“1941 Press Photo soldiers drive a jeep thru rough terrain pulling anti-tank gun This is an original press photo. This unit was organized by the 2nd Corps as a weapon of opportunity to combat hostile mechanized threats at any part of the front where the enemy might break through, and is also used against paratroops (parachute troops) or any unexpected threat. The unit is 100% motorized, consisting of three 37 mm batteries, one 75mm battery, one Infantry Battalion, one Engineer Platoon, one Anti-tank Platoon, all equipped with radio communication. Photo shows a jeep crossing rough terrain pulling 37 mm anti-tank gun. Battery D, 44th Division Anti-Tank, Second Corps. (Commanded by Major H.R. Johnson, Wadesboro, N.C. Photo measures 10 x 8.25 inches. Photo is dated 11-03-1941.”
Steve shared this photo of a child in his new Hamilton pedal jeep. The photo seems to make the jeep look extra glossy.
CREDIT: https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/vintage-shots-from-days-gone-by.428585/page-71 (half way down page)
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $4000.
This may be one of the custom CJ-2A trucks sold out of Spokane (or it is a truck chassis with modified 2A body). This might differ from the “CJ-2Ls”, which had extended bodies to match the longer frames. It would be interesting to compare this frame with the CJ-2L frame. The half-top could be a remodeled Worman full-top.
This bottom ad describes a long-wheel base jeep with half cab made of wood. It’s plausible a similar vehicle was made with a metal half cab.
It’s a militarized CJ-2A that looks in good shape.
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/d/lancaster-1946-willys-jeep/7217894901.html
“Selling a “flat fender” CJ2A Jeep (militarized). Military radio, whip antenna, hot/cold thermos jug, rifle rack, (1) fuel can, (1) water can, high lift jack, and aircraft strobe light are all included. 4WD works, 3 speed manual tranny with Warn overdrive unit and Warn locking hubs. Jeep has a 1977 Buick 231 c.i. V6 engine that runs great. ( new wires, plugs, etc…). All 5 tires are 6.00×16 military non-directional, including spare. Vehicle is currently on a non-op registration with a Clean Title. Fun vehicle to drive on or off road. Makes a great parade vehicle. Cash only, no trades.”
