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This May 17, 1961, ad that appeared in the Boston Glove for the Jeep Wagon has art that feels more like a late 1940s ad than a 1960s ad. On the same page as this ad was the photo at the bottom.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This seller has two Perjeco catalogs on eBay. I’ve never run across that jeep parts seller. Anyone familiar with it?
Looks like a good build.
https://classifieds.ksl.com/listing/59227120
“This has a new body, fenders, hood and windshield frame. 231 Buick V6 with stock running gear, T-90 with over drive. Front axel has been converted to disc brakes. 4” lift with reverse shackles. Corbeau bucket seats with rear seat. Removable roll bar and windshield folds down so it can roll into toy hauler. In total just over 30k invested and less than 1000 miles and nothing crazy. It really is a must see. Call to schedule to come have a look.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/18/2020) This has a PTO, but I can’t tell if there’s a PTO winch on the front.
https://waco.craigslist.org/cto/d/marlin-1959-willys-cj3b/7119658668.html
“Have a nice Willy’s Jeep in excellent condition. This was the last model of the flat fender jeeps. All new parts, carb, shocks, leaf springs, newer exhaust, new upholstery, paint, gaskets. Jeep runs excellent. I am the second owner. Call for more details.”
Nice jeep that’s likely had some body work.
https://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/cto/d/safety-harbor-1946-willys-cj-2a-jeep/7127673347.html
“In excellent condition with 2232 miles.”
UPDATE: **SOLD**
(04/30/2020) This was for sale in Grand Ledge, MI, and appears to have sold. It’s now for sale in Clinton Township, MI. Though listed as a 1947 body, it looks like a standard reproduction VEEP body.
“VW VEEP jeep. 1947 willys body. Vw drivetrain $5000”
This auction ends June 2nd. Note that the jeep has two different Selectro hubs on the front.
https://appleton.craigslist.org/ctd/d/oshkosh-1949-willys-jeep-cj-3a/7128470088.html
Auction site: hansenauctiongroup.com/auctions/detail/classic-autos-trailers-tools-equipment-collectibles-more-osh-bw47188
**FOR SALE**
#2986: 1949 Willy’s Jeep CJ 3A (NO TITLE BILL OF SALE ONLY) (VIN PENDING PAINTED OVER CANT READ)
Doesn�t Start But Will Run – Wood Dash Panel – Wyoming Vehicle – 4 Cyl – Manual Trans – 82000 Miles-
**INFO**
Will sell online auction with the Hansen Auction Group. Bidding Starts at $1 and ends June 2nd.
**BIDDING**
Bid now (copy and paste) at
hansenauctiongroup.com/auctions/detail/classic-autos-trailers-tools-equipment-collectibles-more-osh-bw47188
or at
HANSENAUCTIONGROUP.COM
This item can be found under our Classic Autos, Trailers, Tools & Equipment, Collectibles & More auction ending June 2nd in Oshkosh, WI.
**OPEN HOUSE**
Monday, June 1st (10am-3pm)”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
(05/18/2020) Coincidently, $2500 ($1500 in cash, key fob, and other stuff and $1000 in tires) is how much it cost us to get out of Spanish Fork when we were there in 2018! This modified CJ-5 is kinda ugly and cool at the same time. Given he top, the winch, and the turbine rims, there just might be some value here. No description provided.
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/22/2019) I’m not sure which model of VEEP-like vehicle this one is. Engine appears removed.
https://classifieds.ksl.com/listing/57987139
“Willy’s Jeep fiberglass tub Volkswagen transmission front and rear Volkswagen drivetrain”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(04/01/2020) Body has some rust.
https://evansville.craigslist.org/pts/d/princeton-willys-jeep/7125842182.html
“1947 Willys CJ2A. Body, frame & axles in rough but repairable condition. I do have other parts available for this project. $800 located near Princeton In”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
(03/22/2020) I’ve not sure how much value is here.
“53′ CJ3B project has original 3spd. trans., twin stick transfer case, is missing motor but comes with 81′ jeep 151-4 rebuildable engine. Frame is in good shape, body can be fixed.Came from Ohio and has a clean title.”
This is a nice looking rig for the price.
https://classifieds.ksl.com/listing/60008039?
“The time has come to sell my little willys Jeep with a 327 V8 in it. It runs and drives great with power steering. It has a 3 speed manual transmission. It also had lockout hubs on the back and a 7 pin plug for towing. It has a bunch of extras”
This Koenig Power Take-Off brochure/chart highlights which PTOs work with which jeep model. It seems like a handy guide.
I hadn’t heard of a parts reseller named Johnson Enterprises, a company out of Orangevale, California, until receiving this catalog. The side and corner panel skid plates are something I’ve seen on some jeeps, but never knew who made them.
The catalog is pretty small, so the company didn’t offer too many products. All the pages of the 1973 catalog are shown below:
UPDATE: This model of top was also sold under the Sears brand. This 1977 catalog shows the top, but doesn’t indicate it was manufactured by Kelly. I’d assume that the different shaped door in the catalog pic has to do with that vehicle being a CJ-7.
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Originally Posted May 2, 2020: People on Facebook were wondering what kind of top this was. After some searching, I learned it was a late model CJ-5 Kelly Hardtop with swing-out sides.
From https://www.pinterest.com/pin/541839398893087482/
Possible cut-down CJ-6 hardtop (same doors):
No pics provided, but there is a pic of this rare PTO here:
http://48cj2a.com/images/pto/Rhino/rhinowwarnod.jpg (it is mounted to the back of a Warn adapter that is mounted to the back of a Warn overdrive). The photo is from this great page for viewing different PTO options: http://48cj2a.com/PTOs.htm.
Here is another photo example from a different page that also includes a rebuild of a Rhino PTO: https://tantel.ca/Rhino%20PTO_2.html
And now for the Craigslist ad:
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/wsh/pts/d/marine-on-saint-croix-rhino-pto-willys/7131133036.html
“Rhino PTO transmission for a Willys Jeep. Very rare. Needs bearings. Other willys parts for sale. $800 B/O Trade.”
Runs, but needs work of some kind.
https://missoula.craigslist.org/cto/d/stevensville-1950-willys-jeep/7130672306.html
“1950 willys jeep
All fiberglass body
4 cylinder hurricane engine
Runs good
Needs some TLC
Clean title!”
Seller has a truck load of parts left over from a restoration.
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/pts/d/union-1942-era-jeep-parts/7127390820.html
“I have a pickup load of parts left over from renovating a1942 WWII Jeep. While not a complete list, the parts include:
• 2 F Blocks
• 1 L Block
• 3 flywheels
• various oil pans, pistons, crankshafts, valves, carburetor
• set of bows for canvas top
• Radiator
• Brake drum, new
• 5-gallon “Jerry” gas can
• Governor
• 2 sets brake shoes, new
• Guages, some used, one new
• Steering box spindle, new in box
• Various spare parts and left-over cables not used from new 6-volt wiring harness
• Horn Bracket
• 4-Manuals, Parts, Technical, Maintenance
Parts can be delivered for a reasonable fee within a reasonable radius of Union, Missouri. Fork lift available to load on your vehicle. Parts are on pallets. Condition varies from used to new. Blocks andHeads have not been Magna-fluxed.”
UPDATE: Status Unknown.
Seller has miscellaneous parts as well.
“Several Jeepsters, Station Wagons and Trucks for sale.
Good custom wagon material.
Jeepster bodies–$100.00-150.00.
Wagon bodies–$500.00-900.00.
Truck bodies–$250.00-500.00
Lots of miscellaneous jeep parts for 1940’s to early 50’s
Two rebuilt 4 cylinder jeep motors. One F-Head, One L-Head $2,000.00 Each”
Seller has a variety of things.
https://topeka.craigslist.org/pts/d/tecumseh-ford-gpw-parts/7120833736.html
“Ford gpw body, frame with a 94000 range serial number, fenders, steering column, theres a sheller steering wheel that some one began fixing with epoxy, windshield frame, transmission case, shifter top and tcase from a cj2a, also have a military 1/4 ton trailer frame with an acm number of 146858, looking to sell as a lot for 1200, for another 150 I can throw in an axle and a good set of springs for the trailer, please call or message with questions, thanks”
Looks solid. Pics are small.
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/dak/cto/d/chatfield-m38-jeep/7128995263.html
“1951 M38. Mechanically in great condition. Runs, drives, and stops as it should. Fun to run around town or use in a parade. All steel body and near new tires.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/14/2020) Though the body could use some some work, there is a lot of original jeep here.
https://lincoln.craigslist.org/cto/d/beaver-crossing-jeep-1964-willis-cj3b/7121821273.html
“1964 willeys cj3b jeep runs and drives needs body work have doors and tail gate.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $19,500.
Lots o updates.
“11947 CJ-2A 4×4 with F.I. with V-6 GM VORTEC 4.3, 195 hp @ 4600 RPM, SS exhaust, New FJ Full Suspension with Disc Brakes, New 4k lbs Wench, 80 MPH on freeway ! Over $60k INVESTED!”
This M-38 with a 106MM Recoilless rifle (dubbed the M40). Below is a short video, followed by a press photo that is available on eBay.
Press Photo from eBay:
View all the information on eBay
“1971 Press Photo US troops test jeep-mounted 196mm M-40 anti-tank rifle in MD. This is an original press photo. Guns – Artillery. Crewmen drive the new jeep-mounted 106mm recoilless rifle into firing position during recent tests at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, in this picture released Tuesday in Washington, D.C., Department of Defense. The battalion anti-tank weapon, designated the M-40, reportedly has greater range and more destructive power than any other weapon available at battalion level.Photo measures 8.5 x 7.75inches. Photo is dated 10-12-1971.”
I’m not sure where I found this newspaper clipping, but Herbert Obadda had a bad day. No dachshund puppies were injured as a result!
