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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 .
Steve spotted this photo at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukie archives.
https://collections.lib.uwm.edu/digital/collection/jbmurdoch/id/2016/rec/94
Photo Credit: https://collections.lib.uwm.edu/digital/collection/jbmurdoch/id/2016/rec/94 Archives. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Libraries
Could be worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/758075494946697/
“Good body, needs some minor work but solid frame. Title in hand. Make an offer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800.
This has a custom cowl storage bin. Seems like a good price, assuming it runs when a batter is connected. It has an odd driver’s seat.
“4 cylinder 4×4 Needs plugs Battery And that’s all for now.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $9000.
(11/27/2019) Appears in good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/250620056269384
“Or B/O. Ultimate 4 th of July Parade Car. Beautiful, fun. Solid engine. 4 new white wall radials. Professionally rebuilt brakes, from pedal all the way to the wheels. Also, professionally rebuilt front suspension. Body good, interior very clean, top excellent condition. New steering wheel. V6 engine with overdrive. Three speed on the tree..”
Includes an overdrive.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/d/napa-1953-willys-jeep/7165735406.html
“Clean title and registration
4wd
289 V8 Conversion
3 speed manual transmission with overdrive
Dual exhaust
Power steering
Locking front hubs
Dual fuel tanks
Carb rebuilt within last year
Front tow bar
Spare set of stainless steel front fenders included
Runs strong. Used primarily for hunting. Only parting with it due to lack of time.”
UPDATE :Price dropped to $4000.
(05/28/2020) I believe this has a Ford Pinto engine.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/555173408525452/
“1946 Willy’s Jeep Three speed on the floor 4X4 Fair shape needing paint Little to NO rust Carburetor needs clean or rebuilt New battery New alternator Black spoke rims Tires are in fair shape Jeep Needs to be restore”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
If you are looking for an oddball project, maybe this one is it.
“I HAVE TITLE! I really wanted to finish this but I dont have enough time ( delivery available) it’s a 1977 cj7 4 door!! A very solid project with 4 brand new racing seats ( with mounts and slides) I have a sbc350 and a 6.2 diesel and transmission either can go with it the jeeps already set up for the motor and trans just have to be dropped in! I was going to bed liner the inside throw the seats and a bunch of speakers on the roll bar but no time! Come get it may trade offer what you have!”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $10,000.
(07/05/2018) Looks nice.
“It’s a 3 speed manual. It’s the original motor and tranny no title please just bill of sale and it has a vin number.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/29/2020) Not sure how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1012238815828023/
“Project Jeep Sitting on f350 frame”
This April 16, 1949, article in the Portland Press Herald highlighted critic complaints about several new sedan delivery wagons purchased for use as police vehicles. There was some concern that these new patrol vehicles would be unable to catch modern hot rods. In response, the police chief reminded his critics that this was an experiment.
You will note that there is a black blotch covering a small portion of the second part of the article, but I don’t think anything important is lost with it there.
At $1499.99, the price on this is a head -ratcher. But, it is an unusual and interesting brochure. It reminds me of the Willys airborne prototype called the Jeeplet or the WAC. Here’s a short video with some pics of it.
View all the information on eBay
“SUPER RARE 1960 KAISER WILLYS CONCEPT AMPHIBIOUS TRUCK ADVERTISING BROCHURE.”
Jim spotted this one. It looks like a nice setup.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1155792094768725/
“1946 CJ2 Jeep for sale with factory snowplow, power take off and more.”
UPDATE: This jeep was listed in Oxnard, California, in 2018 for $13,500. The price has dropped and it’s now being listed in Closter, NJ, for $10,750. Maybe the seller moved?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/203556087741625/
Somewhat modified MB that appears well-loved. The window flares on the wise of the windshield are a unique addition. I could see those being handy.
“Offered here is a very sharp 1942 Willys Jeep with some unique updates. With a prior restoration, the vehicle shows very well. Power comes by a rebuilt 4-cylinder engine matched to a freshly rebuilt transmission, transfer case, & new clutch. Set-up as a tow vehicle including a built-in tow light system, it would look great behind a motor coach as a grocery-getter and cruiser or expressly for 4-wheel touring. Additional attributes and upgrades include: 12 volt electrical system with a late model alternator Newer model gear-drive starter 22 gallon fuel cell Auxiliary electric fuel pump Stewart Warner gauges Accessory chrome wind-wings Custom metal sun visor Surrey top Tarp over cargo area Seat belts Back seats are included Tow bar w/built-in tow light system Late model 15″ wheels Custom hub caps hide the front locking hubs Nicely detailed Asking 10,750 Located in Closter, NJ Please Call or Text [hidden information] or Email hei at nvmail.net”
Looks refurbed, but not restored.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2798328783728290/
“1947 Jeep Willy Complete Restoration only 348 miles on it. $15,000 please message me to set up a time to check it out! $22,000 into Restoration!!! Amazing deal if you know someone interested please have them reach out and tag them in the post. Also comes with brand new soft and hard top and doors are included!”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2700.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2692023074452164/
“1956 Willys Jeep sitting on 1976 GMC Frame shortened 4×4 stroker 383 roller lifters and roller cam 4 speed 500 miles on rebuilt motor sitting on 35’s brand new set of paddles an smoothies on identical
micky thompson rims
Runs and drives great
Has some rust.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/303552824348246
“All original Project rig Pm for more information $2500 obo POSSIBLE TRADE FOR TRACTOR”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2200.
(06/07/2020) It’s listed as a 2A, but may be a 3A. It looks to have Kelly hubs.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/782825145821011/
“49 cj2a willys jeep,great condition for the year,ran two years ego,solid frame great bones,all original,converted to 12 volt system,clean nj title,easy to work on all parts still available”
It’s a project.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/250423576247348/
“54 willys ..1958 283 small block chevy..headers..new alt.. new intake. New Holley carb. new bumpers. New exhaust..brand new gas tank..body work done/ .body is excellent ..frame mint..needs some work to finish….If you see the ad its still for sale, If you ask i won’t respond..not going to answer a lot of questions..if interested come look at it…Trades/ Golf cart/mustangs/hot rods..Harleys .must be of equal value or more…T90 jeep transmission/ jeep rears 538 gears/ Chevy power steering with tilt wheel..Most of the wiring is done have the seats..Fenders/hood and grill are included. Body has just been painted.. All new brake lines..new clutch master cyl/ slave cylTexas title. Price goes up the more I do.very little work left to finish. Installed complete roll cage”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(06/28/2020) Doesn’t run.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1524076321099292/
“From southern cal. New front springs, proper paper work from D M V solid body no rust motor turns free needs restoration”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/02/2020) This has a customized dash, along with other mods. It also includes an extra body.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/696227737859341/
“1948 willys Jeep set up for a small block Chevy and power steering , this would be a great wheeler or project. Know motor , tranny or transfer case it’s a roller . Comes with a extra tub both have rust issues but nothing unseen for these old keeps .”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/09/2018) This has a replacement body.
https://asheville.craigslist.org/cto/d/weaverville-1949-willys-jeep-cj2a/7164241705.html
“I am selling a great piece of American history here. Brand new steel m38 body. Frame off restoration. Flat 4 cylinder bored 30 over. Purrs like a kitten and cranks like a brand new one. Custom made bumpers and the whole body has a freshly done vinyl wrap. This is a nice jeep! Jeep has not seen mud in 25 years and the body never has. Brand New windshield too.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/06/2019) Has a variety of updates including the custom hardtop.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/306657690292816/
“Original 4 cylinder, runs and drives like a old Jeep should. 4X 4 works great”
The August 26, 1941, issue of Look Magazine included this large photo of a Bantam BRC-40. The caption, presumably written by the author of the article, Henry McLemorehistor reads:
“THIS MOBILE CHIROPRACTOR I am driving is a half-ton reconnaissance car known to the unit as a Peep or Bo-Peep. It’ll go 60 mph, packs two machine guns, a crew of four. It will take you anywhere, provided you can hang on–actually covering worse terrain than a tank. As soon as the Army has enough Peeps, they will replace motorcycles as dispatch and reconnaissance vehicles. Like all armored-division vehicles, the Peep has four-wheel drive and handles as easily as the highest priced pleasure car. The difference is that you sit on a thin cushion over a steel seat and buckle yourself down with an airplane safety belt. “
The above photo is from this two page spread:
This is the magazine cover:
UPDATE: I wonder if this electric jeep pictured in the November 05, 1943, issue of the Arizona Republic newspaper was the inspiration for the Jeep for Junior published in 1946?
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The post originally ran in 2014: These plans for an “Electric Jeep for Junior” come from a September 1946 Issue of Mechanix Illustrated Magazine.
Search ebay for original issues of the September 1946 issue of Mechanix Illustrated
UPDATE: This sold for $66 plus shipping of $15.
This unique lighter with an entombed jeep model has already reached $26 (+$15 shipping) with four days to go.
“What a great piece. During the 1950s and 1960s Evans teamed up with the Clearfloat Company to create various see through lighters with miniaturized items “floating” inside. This one has a miniaturized figural Willys Jeep.
The lighter is also marked “Dudley”. Likely, this piece was a gift from the Jeep Dealer of Dudley, Massachusetts to their Jeep Customers. If anyone knows more about them, please drop me a line and I will add it to the info.
The Jeep inside this great decor piece is superbly detailed. I have pictured it from all angles for your inspection. Since the craftsmen at Clearfloat made these lighters by hand, there are no two of them alike. This special piece is in excellent condition with a snappy action. The flint tube is clear and a it has a great spark from the new flint that was installed for your convenience.
Here is your chance to add this Good-Looking Evans Clearfloat Décor Table Lighter to your collection – Thanks for looking.”
