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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 .
This is listed as a 1952, but it appears to lack the hinged grille present in early M-38a1s.
https://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/cto/d/haverhill-1952-m38a1-military-jeep/7143148527.html
“1952 M38A1 Military Jeep “Clean Title”
Fantastic contrition tons of work new Tires exhaust. tons of upgrades frame is solid need to look at it to appreciate it. turn key start.
top included…….. Have too many toys one got to go.
12 V frame is solid like I said need to look at it to appreciate it.”
It’s a project.
https://southcoast.craigslist.org/cto/d/foxboro-jeep-cj-1948-cj2a/7136483280.html
“1948 Jeep CJ2A restoration project. Mostly complete and original. Some restoration started. Runs and yard drives. Frame is solid, Tub is rough. Has new floor panels not installed. Has clean Mass. title See pics. $2500 firm.”
Listed as a 1949, this 2WD jeep is probably a DJ-5 with a CJ-3A body on it.
https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/cto/d/baltimore-1949-willys-jeep-must-see/7141306361.html
“1949 Willys Jeep – must see, garaged. Runs and looks great for 71 year old vehicle! Titled as a 1965 for this is when it was released to the public. Has mount for machine gun. Also have soft top. Military plates on dash. Have to see to appreciate. New battery. Also comes with soft top. Windshield also folds down. Come with new exhaust system, which was just installed! $10,500 or best offer. Prefer cash deal but also may entertain trades. What do you have? Please come and inspect, you can drive it home! Looks and runs great.
Also, includes a tow bar that mounts to the front bumper…so drive it home or tow it home!!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1750.
“1963 Jeep FC170 for sale.
Does not run, however I believe the timing chain has jumped a tooth and haven’t had the time to change it.
The engine is the standard straight 6 226 cu in Super Hurricane paired with the T90 transfer case.
Frame only has surface rust and is solid.
It has the hydraulic system that was used to operate a front mounted plow.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3700.
https://worcester.craigslist.org/pts/d/pepperell-1953-cj-3a/7130391200.html
“Complete Willy’s Jeep -titled and ready for full restoration-solid frame and has go devil motor runs great drives and stops body ruff -but have repair tub”
The article suggests that the Jeep Dispatcher only came in three models, with one listed as a “basic model with or without a top”. The marketing department must have decided that the single model with or without a top was better off as two models distinct models.
January 20, 1956, Pittsburgh Sun Telegraph
On the same page as the Dispatcher article was an ad for multiple jeep dealers in the Pittsburgh area. The new ad included the DJ-3A with the fiberglass-reinforced hardtop.
January 20, 1956, Pittsburgh Sun Telegraph
This June 1952 issue of Willys Service News is part service news updates and part ‘how to sell services’. This is one of three that was on eBay recently. The other two will get posted over the next few days.
Included with this Willys News are several supplements places, including 1) Suggestions on maintenance updates for vehicles (there were problems with the Aero car demonstration models not running perfectly, but these tips could apply to jeeps); 2) How to improve steering (again, directed at cars); 3) Passenger car door lock issues.
These two ads from Time magazine currently on eBay show just how different the company approached advertising in that publication. Unfortunately both are poor quality scans.
This ad was published in the April 02, 1956, issue:
This ad was published in the June 16, 1956, issue:
Given this brochure includes a Surrey, it was likely printed between 1960-1962. This four-page brochure was auctioned on eBay back in 2015. It lacks a form number; it may have been produced by Kaiser Industries rather than Willys Motors.
UPDATE: In case you missed it, FCA has won the first round of the FCA vs. Mahindra legal case over the jeep-looking Roxor. The court ruled that Mahindra violated FCAs “Trade Dress”, which isn’t a specific trademark or patent, because the Roxor looks so much like a jeep. Mahindra is currently deciding whether to appeal.
https://www.automobilemag.com/news/jeep-mahindra-roxor-infringement-case-update/
This was the second win against Mahindra. The first win came in January when the International Trade Commission agreed with Jeep’s charge that the company was not contractually barred from suing Mahindra for a Trade Dress violation. This freed Jeep up to pursue the recently won lawsuit.
https://www.autonews.com/blogs/jeep-scores-legal-spat-mahindra-roxor-rolls-detroit
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Originally posted September 29, 2019: This article from the Detroit Free Press highlights the successful introduction of Roxors, to the point that the company can’t keep up with demand. Unfortunately for Jeep, there’s some real branding problems, as I’ve seen countless people on Craigslist advertising these as “jeeps”. Moreover, do a Google search for “Jeep ATV” and Roxors pop up on the results page.
Greg from Overland Diesel, which sells Kubota conversion kits for jeeps, shared this modified CJ-2A for sale.
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1947-willys-cj2a-10/
“This 1947 Willys CJ2A was acquired by the seller out of Georgia in 2018 and has since been repowered with a Kubota 2.2-liter turbodiesel inline-four mated to a three-speed manual gearbox and a two-speed transfer case. The body has been repainted in a desert camouflage scheme, and the truck is lifted over 32″ tires on beadlock wheels. Additional modifications include a roll cage, side steps, power steering, an 8k-pound winch, replacement seats, and more. This CJ2A is offered with a Bestop top and doors, refurbishment photos, and Vermont registration in the seller’s name.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000.
(05/10/2019) Looks like there are more military parts than CJ parts here.
“Clean, mostly restored 1948 Willy’s CJ-2A. Runs well, converted 12v with MSD ignition. G.I. top (12 years old), rebuilt and cared for by WWII vet since passed. Garaged and serviced recently. Front bumper tabbed for pull hitch (included). Some small tears in seat upholstery. Recently installed gas tank. Great for as-is use or platform for further restoration/outfitting. Mounted jerry cans. Locking hubs. 8,290 on replaced spedo/odo. Not many like this that I can see out there. Either full restores (high $$$$) or total project rigs. Love it, but has to go. 4 kiddos and spouse in nursing school. Clean CA title.”
Has a variety of mods.
https://altoona.craigslist.org/cto/d/altoona-1942-ford-gpw/7135899278.html
“1942 Ford GPW
(Willys Jeep MB)
**TITLE IN HAND**
Original data plates visible
Modifications include:
231 V6 Even fire engine
T98 Granny Gear (4 speed-manual transmission)
T18 Transfer Case
Dana 25 front axle
Listed as a 1948, this looks like to be a 1949 CJ-3A at the earliest.
https://southjersey.craigslist.org/pts/d/staten-island-48-willys/7134630976.html
“48 cj2a Willys Jeep all there need to be restored runs of a gas can”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
It does not run.
“Here’s your chance to own a rare 1960 Jeep FC170.
I bought the FC170 ten years ago and have come to the realization that I don’t have time to get into a restoration project.
Before I bought it, I dropped in a battery and aux gas tank and it started and I drove it around a field. I was told it ran fine prior to being parked. I am assuming, as it is like a tractor, all the other mechanical parts and pieces work fine, but it is not road worthy as it sits.
This FC170 is a restoration project vehicle.
Everything is original.
Flatbed trailer necessary for shipping.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $999.
This parts DJ-3A has quite a bit of rust. But those hubcaps look in great shape. It amazes me that all four are still on the jeep!
“this rare barn find has all the rare parts a dj3a jeep should have correct 3 speed on column/60/40 bench seat/defroster on windshield/correct hard top w/doors/front straight axle w/correct rims w/hub caps/vin tag,comes w/bill of sale,pick up in Pemberton NJ”
Mark’s got a couple things for sale:
It runs.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/WillysSwapMeet/permalink/2661627974110465
“Great opportunity to own a post WW II Jeep. This little utility vehicle runs, drives, stops and most everything on it works. The brakes and fuel system were recently redone, the alternator was repaired and we’ve been cruising it around the area a little here and there. This little Jeep would be great for the deer lease, puttering around the farm or restore it to it’s former glory. It appears to be a civilian Jeep as it doesn’t have any of the features found on military Jeeps of the time period. We do not have a title for it, but I will give you a contact if you would like to try to get one. The body is rusty with many holes and patches; However, the frame appears to be solid. Call me between 8am and 6pm with any questions.
UPDATE 6-17-2020: The serial number on the engine appears to identify this Jeep as a CJ-3A, if its the original engine. I haven’t been able to find any other information to verify this, but at least its a start.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
(04/13/2019) Has some patches. Lacks tail lights.
“1952 Jeep Willys, all original including the body. Its been patched, steel reinforced and is very solid all the way around. Original 6 Volt could stand to be updated as it turns over slow. Runs very nice, drives straight as an arrow and drum breaks work fine. 40k+/- miles. 4WD, three speed standard and clutch are all strong. Like new Power King Tires. New Reupholstered seats. Ideal for someone with a large property or antique plate it and drive around town! Sorry for the dirt but I’ve been tooling around in it! thanks for looking and feel free to ask questions”
Could be a good price. Jeep is not for sale.
https://nwct.craigslist.org/pts/d/morris-plow-for-1956-jeep-willy/7135765821.html
“Plow and assembly for 1956 Jeep Willy
Was a restore job, don’t want the plow
Last photo show Jeep done!!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** was $200.
There could be some parts value here.
“I’m selling a complete engine, transmission and transfer case from my 1957 Willys Jeep. I have no idea the condition of any of it. Trans and T-case seem to shift fine and I briefly tried to turn the engine over by the crank with no luck. Lots of good parts, oil bath air cleaner assy, distributor, valve cover, oil pan, starter, exhaust manifold, etc….
Make me an offer and come pick it up. I can help load or possibly deliver if u pay asking price. $200”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
It seems a reasonably priced project.
“1962 fc150 completely restored drivetrain and frame. New springs brakes steering. Engine trans tcase all professionally rebuilt. Experienced a small engine fire. Needs wiring and the engine to be repainted. Lost interest.”
A one-of-a-kind ‘jeep’ named Squeekie was built from photos by William Mason in 1942. In 1943, this press photo was taken, then circulated around the country, two of which can be seen below.
Mason worked at Oakland’s Independent Iron Works, Inc. I wasn’t able to uncover too much about Mason, other than he filed a patent for an arc welding machine, on behalf of his employer in October of 1956.
This photo was shared on a vintage photograph Facebook Group by Bob Cunningham. He included the following text, though I’m unaware of where the text originated (maybe based on an original press photo caption?):
Per the Facebook post: “In 1942, William Mason, an iron works superintendent in Oakland, California, used newspaper photographs to create “Squeekie,” his version of the Army’s new wonder car, the “jeep.” Although Mason built the 2-horsepower car for his son, Billy, his wife often used it for ’round-the-town grocery shopping during the days of gas rationing, since it got a thrifty 35 miles per gallon and rolled on unrationed, small sized implement tires. The little “jeep” was once stolen and abandoned in a farmer’s field, and the U.S. Army was notified that one of their prototypes had been found. At the time, most civilians had never seen an actual “jeep,” so the mistake was understandable.”
Here are two newspaper photos and captions:
Published March 13, 1943, in the Oakland Tribune.
Published March 18, 1943, in the La Crosse Tribune, out of La Crosse, Wisconsin.
Cropped version of the bottom photo.
This photograph was published in the April 29, 1946, issue of The Fort Worth Star-Telegram. It’s located in the University of Texas at Arlington’s digital archive library.
https://library.uta.edu/digitalgallery-beta/img/20033476
Fort Worth Star-Telegram Collection, University of Texas at Arlington Libraries. Brooklyn Heights School jeep “test run”. (1946). Retrieved from https://library.uta.edu/digitalgallery-beta/img/20033476
“Twenty neighborhood children took a “test run” in a jeep to be used for a carnival at Brooklyn Heights School. Driving the jeep is Jack Scott, and sitting beside him is Howard Victry, president of the school Dad’s Club. The children and Mr. Victry are facing the camera and Mr. Victry’s hand is raised. Published in The Fort Worth Star-Telegram Morning Edition April 29, 1946.”
This jeep looks well maintained. Note the photo showing the fender underside; the fender support looks sheered near the frame.
https://anchorage.craigslist.org/atq/d/anchorage-1949-jeep-willys/7135897520.html
“1949 Jeep Willy’s. 3 speed transmission, 2 transfer cases. Drives like a Jeep! Priced at $15,000.00.”
