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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 Best Offer.
Has some parts value at the very least. Has a sears/allstate hardtop.
“1953 Willy’s Jeep. Good for restoration and or parts. Engine, Transmission, good. Power take off works. Original parts. Will accept best offer.”
Lots of mods on this crawler.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/189439689126650/
“Custom 1941 Jeep Willy’s crock crawler Engine 3054 cat Trans fj40 land cruiser 4 speed Axles 1975 fj40 land cruiser (locked front and rear)”
I don’t see many of these 60s land cruiser projects for sale.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/707300930068196
Gary’s got some jeep stuff for sale.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $375.
Seller will throw in the stand for $50.
“Have an early Willy’s Go Devil engine which turns freely, head bolts all turn nicely, no visible cracks but I have not had it scanned. Wilson Foundry W4 mold, cast number 838632. Serial number behind oil filter was grown down or never there, believe that is because the engine was overhauled at some point in its life. Not sure on that. It came as a package when I purchased my 46 CJ2A and I don’t need it. Toss in 50 bucks and you can have the stand. Hope the pictures add value. If the post is up, it is available. Cash only, pick up only.”
Maybe someone can use this.
https://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/tro/d/fremont-center-bantam-trailer/7154937402.html
“Early 1950s Vintage Bantam Army-surplus light-weight Willy trailer. New tires. But needs plenty of refurbishing.
Original tag reads:
T3C-30188
Bantam
American Bantam Car Co.
Butler, Pa”
Maury shared this nice looking CJ-6.
http://www.earlycj5.com/xf_cj5/index.php?threads/1959-cj-6.143054/
“I am not here to troll or post and run, but I do have a very nice, clean, running, operational 1959 CJ-6 that I am looking to sell. THE ONLY reason I am selling is because I have expanded my business … It is all there, the metal is good, no real “rot” and has had some previous body work done. My goal was to give her a proper restoration and show it as well as drive it during the fair weather months. That said, she starts, runs, drives, turns, stops and shuts off properly. There may be a light bulb out, there may be a little oil leak here or there, there may be a squeak or rattle, the gages may not all operate every day of the week, but it is a very solid 6. It is currently NY registered, insured and inspected. I drive it at least weekly around town to keep her from getting ornery. The previous owner built the rear bumper, which is also an air tank. The front bumper is aluminum and also obviously not original. The seat brackets are fabricated to flip forward to access a compartment built into the floor. The rear seat bracket is also made to flip back for “tailgating” as he (previous owner) put it. He also installed some aftermarket gages. Aside from those items, everything else is original, or appears to be.
This October 09, 1954, article form the Longview Daily News puts the launch of the Trailerbreakers Jeep Club in April of 1954. That’s one view of Mount St. Helens that no longer exists!
Jim at CJ5.com tells me he has a variety of vintage jeep parts for sale. He has much more than is listed within the categories on the website. I suggest calling him to learn if he has what you need.
There are some jeeps coming up for auction through Sotheby’s, along with a Mule. Note Lot 322 1951 M-38 that sold for $61,600!
UPDATE: Price dropped to $7500.
(01/07/2020) Drive as is or restore.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2836678103058912/
“PRICE LOWERED 1948 Jeep Willys Delivery. It is in overall good condition and is perfect candidate for restoration. It runs, rides and drives good. All original. New tires, brake system, battery and more. 3 speed transmission.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $9850.
Looks nicely refurbed.
https://boise.craigslist.org/cto/d/boise-jeep-willys/7154979344.html
“1948 CJ 2A Willys Jeep Restored Original Motor (4 cylinder) Less than 6K miles on a rebuild New seats Dana 44 – R & 41 – F Warn Overdrive Warn Winch Heater LED break lights Converted to 12V Rebuilt radiator Soft top Full Top with doors After market steering stabilizer (can do 60mph) This jeep is in great condition, runs great, straight body and drives amazing”
Something a little different.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/593974034577771/
“CJ7 for sale. Converted to truck. Jeep has 350 chevy motor and runs good with automatic transmission. All new brakes, rotors, calipers, wheel bearings, hubs, etc. Has fairly new 37 inch tires and rims. The CJ still needs a little work. Please call [hidden information] for questions and interest. $13,000 ob”
The price seems good. Interesting that it was just shipped two the US last month.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/562283174470016/
“Here is Japanese Jeep that was built under license from Kaiser Jeep Corp. This was originally used by the Japanese Military. This is a 1973 Jeep with 44K miles. Very nice condition inside and out. Just shipped from Japan last month Just neat clean fun. Be the first in your neighborhood. Very similar US Jeep from the 50’s & 60’s. This has a 4 cylinder over head valve Mitsubishi engine. Starts easily and runs well.”
This may be a very late 1948 with the CJ-3A-like transmission crossmember under-frame mounting. Haven’t I listed this once already? The top with the odd rear window seems familiar.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/889068611617408/
“1948 Willy’s Jeep CJ2A L134 Go Devil L-Head Motor ** In great shape, runs good, new tires, been in one family for numerous years and always stored. $16,500.00 Listing for a friend”
Could be worth a look. Has a few updates, but needs a little love.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/280702536377308/
“6 cylinder, rear wheel drive, phaeton model, convertible, needs some minor repairs and a new top. Not currently all original but have original parts.”
Not sure how much value is here. May have a Porter & Reed hardtop.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/278714026695827/
“1947 Jeep Willys $2,500 obo My father recently went into a care home and we are selling off his “rusty gold” to help pay for his care. We don’t know much about this vehicle but could provide more pictures upon request.”
Hasn’t run in decades.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/285954332648220/
“Restorer dream. Last drove in 1981 to high school. Stored in barn since 1981. Good solid body seats and back rest are included. Title in hand”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $300.
Needs work.
“The body/tub of a 1948 Willys Jeep CJ-2A. Price is negotiable.”
Has a replacement body.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/285113656016439/
“1949 willys Jeep, never seen mud. New body, windshield, exhaust, motor (30 over) custom bumpers, frame was painted, message me for more information”
This issue of Jeep News is packed full of items. One curious article is about the Longview Trailbreakers on the last page. The article claims the Trailbreakers were launched in April 1960, but the Tacoma Webfooters page claims the club had originated prior to mid-1958. The only thing I can think of is that the Trailerbreakers incorporated the club in April of 1960?
Also, on page 6 the Del-Monte Contest for a Jeep Surrey was something I hadn’t seen elsewhere (learn about the winning store here). Meanwhile, on page 2 the paper announced the Gotham City contest winner, one Mrs. Edwin C. Sly of Buffalo, New York.
On page one is a great photo and article about the Hong Kong exhibit at the Chicago Auto Show. And, on page one, are eight of nine mailers used in 1961 (the ninth is shown on page 2). I’ve shared eight of them on eWillys, but have yet to locate the “operation Zebra, or” brochure. Anyone have a copy of that? (Busy Bee; willing worker; To get the Lion’s Share …; You Can’t Hide…; don’t get taken for a ride!; best for all short hops; Big Family!; and need a friend?)
This three-page spread was unusual for Jeep News.
Buddies’ Market in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, announced in the April 27, 1961, issue of the The Mercury newspaper that it was the winner in a Readers Digest / Del-Monte contest for a “Pink Jeep and a polka dot sailboat”.
Below is a contest poster that was distributed to stores nation-wide (and printed in the March-April 1961 issue of Jeep News):
This is the announcement by Buddies’ Market:
UPDATE: This is back up for sale. Note that this is a column shift. As Carl noted, this is the correct orientation for the image, because if reversed the “WILLYS” would be backwards.
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
Could be a good price.
“1949 Willys Jeep
Clean no rust, roll bar, 150 miles since last complete service. Complete rebuild on transmission, tires great shape.
V-6 Buick engine. Seats reupholstered, spare parts.”
