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Chris spotted this wonderful video showing the capabilities of ‘Jeep’ Audiovisual unit. There are lots of great details, including how to use the PTO to power the generator which operates the equipment. So cool! Thanks to Indiana University for preserving this unique film!
If for some reason the video doesn’t work correctly, go here: https://media.dlib.indiana.edu/media_objects/1r66j7359
I can’t imagine that Willys was fielding enough Land Rover questions that the sales department thought it needed to highlight the Jeep’s advantages over it?
Here’s a reasonable price for a circa 1952 4 Wheel Drive Booklet. It appears in pretty good shape. You can see a scan of this here.
View all the information on eBay.
“This is an original 8.25″ x 5.5″ 20-page Willys Motors booklet made for Jeep dealers to help familiarize them with the 4 X 4 features & help sell their vehicles by showing they can go anywhere,anytime,under any conditions.It’s in nice condition with only minor wear on the covers”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
It’s listed as a 1947 CJ-2A, but it looks to be a 3A.This half top is a curious one. It looks like it’s been built out of galvanized metal? If so I suspect it’s a home made one, perhaps modeled after a Porter & Reed top?
“Pulled this out of a Quonset a couple months ago, it’s a cool little Willys Jeep but I already have a CJ2A and this is one project too many.
Hasn’t run for about 4 years, I asked the guy how long he’d had it he said, “I put those 1973 plates on it. ”
We have not tried to start it, the oil looks good and it has antifreeze in it, the gas line is disconnected at the fuel pump, they had a little can on it last time it ran. The engine has pretty good looking red paint so I asked him about that. He said they had it rebuild a “Long time ago.”
Has a solid looking Kelly top. Could be a good price. It was bought and has been owned locally in Leadville.
https://rockies.craigslist.org/cto/d/leadville-59-willys-jeep/7121228182.html
“16200 original miles on hurricane 4. All original except for radiator,hoses, front fenders, paint,seats, wheels and new tires. Have doors with broken glass.Runs good. It was bought here in Leadville at jeep dealer in 59 by original owner and I became 2nd owner in 2001. Realizing I probably will not find time to restore.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5750.
(07/25/2018) Has a Bobcat fiberglass hood, an f-head and some other updates.
“Looks and runs great. I’ve owned for 5 years and made the following upgrades:
-new clutch
-transmission overhaul
-new steering unit
-new radiator
-new generator
-new brakes
-new gauges
-new stereo
Over $11,000 invested. Recently purchased a UTV and no longer use the Willys much.
4-134 F engine. Top is in excellent condition. Custom rollbar, heater, wipers and turn signals. All fluids recently changed.”
Has some mods.
https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/d/albuquerque-52-willys/7122044649.html
“52 Willys tons of upgrades, rebuilt engine, trans, differentials and steering. New brakes, wheels and tires. Aluminum radiator and electric cooling fan.”
UPDATE: Price now $5200. More pics provided.
(02/28/2020) Has a variety of updates.
https://fortcollins.craigslist.org/bar/d/johnstown-1949-willys-jeep/7080502387.html
“I am selling my 1949 Willy’s CJ3A Jeep. It is in very good shape, solid, little to no rust ( left front fender has 2 small patches). F Head engine, 3 speed (manual) with Overdrive. Lockers front and rear, lockout hubs on all 4 wheels, dual shocks on all 4 wheels, Custom roll bar which has all wiring and switches moved up top in it. 9500 TI Warn winch, Bikini top and half doors. The Jeep does have a PTO and drive shaft in place however I have never used it. This will climb almost anything and will do 55 on the HWY with the overdrive. Street legal with a clear Colorado Title. I’m done Jeeping and going off road, it’s time for someone else to have fun, over 11k invested. $5,200.00 Special Spring Time Price
Don’t miss out, time to beat a Covid and get out it’s very fun to drive and play with.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $17,500
(04/10/2020) Still needs some interior work.
“Originally a Arizona truck 302 Ford v8 Manual trans Fresh paint New rims and tires Custom dual exhaust Seats recovered … Needs interior finished”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
If solid as it looks, this early could make a good project.
“1947 Jeep Willys Pickup Truck All there but the transmission. Remarkable condition for 73 years old! $1500 OBO”
Seller has a number of military-related engines, including M-151s, Super Hurricane, Game Goat, and M-series.
https://ogden.craigslist.org/pts/d/huntsville-military-engines-and/7122503634.html
“m151 engines, m715 engines, gama goat engines (3-53) detroit, willys super hurricane engine, 2a042 generator engines , 1a08, 2a016, standard gasoline engines, 6v53 engines, 8v53 camshafts, Dodge wc/m37 transmissions, valve grinders, tire machine, alternator testing station, band saws, bunch of other stuff as well call or text for pictures and prices or set up a appointment for checking a item out.”
It doesn’t look to be a 1958 body based on the grille and the took box; looks more like a 2A or 3A body.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/pts/d/mesa-willys-jeep-body/7120475660.html
“1958 Willys jeep body. Hood,fenders,grill, and tub.”
Unclear how much value is here.
https://pueblo.craigslist.org/pts/d/weston-cj2a-willys-jeep/7121212473.html
“I have for sale a willys cj2a. I is 90% complete, the engine is missing the head and some other misc parts. It has a Metro brand hardtop on it. I do not have a title but have the vin tag.”
UPDATE: price dropped to $8900.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/gilbert-1943-ford-gpw-jeep/7114467556.html
“This 1943 GPW ( VIN: GPW 101331 manufactured 04/1943) Jeep is ready for off-roading and hunting. Very well maintained always and stored indoors. As you can see from the photos it has a slight lift and larger wheels and tires.
Proper GPW Ford original chassis, body & drive train.The body is solid. Has reinforcements made by previous owner. No rust on floor boards or undercarriage.
Original GPW motor and t-84 transmission. The engine is GPW but the head on it is a later year (I may have the original head some where, not sure).
Rear axle is locked for off-roading. Front wheel locking hubs, low/high works perfect.
Very reliable and fun driver with 12 volt system.Foot starter and all lights and gauges work great.
Has driving brights for the night driving in the forest.
Seats are not original, custom for comfortable ride when off road ( I do Have one original seat with F marking in perfect condition),
Gas tank is non original.( I have the original gas tank) if you want.
Has the original data plates. I have photos of chassis number on frame, engine number on block and more.
It is a great candidate for restoring to original for a purist but I feel that one can enjoy it as is for hunting or going on trails and let it appreciate in value.Restore in future if you wish to.
Perfect if you have a mountain cabin. This thing will go practically anywhere.
Open to serious and reasonable offer from like minded hobbyist. If you have serious interest then Please do Call me so I can share more details on this jeep that you should know. “
It is a project with an 1972 drive-train. Sounds like a great project and, given the Warn winch, Koenig hardtop, and tires, this looks like a good price.
https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/arvada-1964-willys-jeep-cj-3b-high-hood/7122672028.html
“This was my project jeep that needs to be completed. I am unable to finish this project because of health problems. This jeep has a V8 289 mustang motor with a 1972 drive train and 11in drum breaks. Two fuel tanks that combine to make 25gal. Warren 8000 winch electric that works great. Two bucket seats. Hard top with role bar. Original body minimal rust. It needs quite a bit of work to fish. Asking 3000 or reasonable offer. I prefer call but I can text and email. 303 nine0six four8one9
Assortment of Tires and wheels one set 35in one set 16in one set Jackmon 11/15s all hold air. One set your choice or take em all. I also have a set of AT recap tires on 16in 4runner rims. Jeep has to be sold first before separating tires”
This modest four page brochure was spotted by Maury on eBay along with five other cool brochures which I’ll share over the next few days. They are great brochures at a killer buy-it-now price.
Each of the brochures had consecutive form numbers, from FS-514100 to FS-514105. The brochure below included extra digits at the front: FS-4 FS-514102.
I do think it’s odd that while the brand ‘Jeep’ dominates much of the consumer facing literature by 1958, the marketing department still uses the ‘Willys’ term. Of course, the company’s name is Willys Motors, but that’s pretty much a legacy name by this time (at least in retrospect).
This August 21, 1942, photo in the Nogalas International Newspaper didn’t provide any names, but does make it appear that these airmen are enjoying the ride.
Has a replacement body along with a variety of mods.
https://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/d/fresno-1953-willys/7121242169.html
“1953 Willys. Willys is in excellent running condition. Ready for trails or just a little run around. 327 with mild cam runs nice and smooth. Not radical. Automatic 400 transmission. Power steering. Power brakes. Warn overdrive transfer in original transfer case. Factory undercarriage. All lights work and are led. All new wiring. New tires and wheels. Frame rails in excellent condition.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
Looks in good shape. The seller mentions videos in the description, but I could find no links to them.
“Built in 2006 and titled as a 1964.
Mileage reads 38000
A recently rebuilt 1600cc Dual port VW engine that starts easily and runs good.
4 speed manual transmission that is quiet and works as it should.
The body is a Willys M38 military Jeep steel body with folding windshield, no rust and the diamond plate corner pieces are just decorative.
New front disc brakes on a ball joint front end and rear drum brakes.
This is a full frame Jeep and does not use a VW pan.
This is a super fun Jeep to drive, its faster than a stock M38, easy to get in and out of and easily cruises at highway speeds.
This Jeep is ready to go and could be driven home.
Please look at all the photos and watch the videos.”
Looks like a good one fore someone.
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/cto/d/torrance-1945-ford-wwii/7120290504.html
“All numbers match runs good, have been garaged for the last 60 years. Minimal rust, mostly original. Serious inquiries only, priced to sell”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
This has a few minor mods.
“1952 model M38. Recent rebuild on 134 engine. This was a Marine Jeep with a California delivery date of 1951.
Clean title with a clean body tub. Stored inside. Rear axel assembly has been converted to warn hubs for flat towing.
Converted to 12 volt system. Nice winch up front with tow bar and heavy chain.
Asking $6500.00 or a reasonable offer. ”
Could be worth a look.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/d/san-jose-46-willys-street-rock-obo/7121033405.html
“1946 Willys Jeep, Rock Crawler
street registered never smog required
CURRENT CA REGISTRATION-STREET LEGAL
driven by a little old man that ONLY drove it on Sundays (no really!)
Runs great – $4,200 – OBO
Ford V8 – 302
Edelbrock four barrel carburetor
Edelbrock Performer 302 aluminum intake manafold
Pertronix distributor/ignition system
MSD ignition coil
105 amp Delco 10Si self-exciting alternator, 1 wire hookup
Warn locking hubs
Big radiator
Electric fans”
My great uncle had a low mileage early CJ-5 jeep that was rarely used and rarely left the farm (sold before his death; sadly I couldn’t get it at the time). So, it’s possible the 8200 mileage is correct. However, with that low of mileage, I’m surprised the heater (or whatever was installed on the passenger side — see engine compartment photo — isn’t still there).
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/kittitas-1955-willys-jeep/7122320063.html
“This Jeep is completely original. It has 8200 original miles. It spent most of its adult life in Eastern Wa. Everything works…4 wheel drive..runs well. Has always been garaged.”
Has a civilian engine (or head at the very least) and some other updates. It’s listed as a 1942, but I don’t see any reason to think that year is correct.
https://slo.craigslist.org/cto/d/lompoc-1941-willy-jeep/7120648761.html
“1941 willy jeep new tires new trasmison cluch shock toon up”
