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1948 Montana Farmer-Stockman Jeep & Truck Ads

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UPDATE: I mistakenly list a September 1949 Ad as a September 1948 ad. I removed that, so now there are only seven ads on this post. 

Willys-Overland ran a series of Universal Jeep and Truck ads in the Montana Farmer-Stockman newspaper through 1948. The ads for the Universal Jeep focused on farming and ranching and appear most, but not all months (The paper is archived at the Library of Congress and appears to have been a bi-monthly publication). Below are seven ads I could find. In 1949, the number dropped to only 4 ads.

January 15, 1948:

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No February Ad

March 15, 1948:

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April 15, 1948:

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May 15, 1948:

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Hood Strips Ever a Factory Option?

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Someone on Facebook claimed that hood strips were a factory option, though without specificity as to which model of jeep in which time period such an option was offered. I was not aware of this option nor have I seen any documentation for such an option. Of course, I’ve seen plenty of jeeps for sale with hood strips, but never saw much consistency among the designs.

So, anyone know 1) were hood strips ever a factory option? 2) were they ever a dealer option? 3) were they ever featured as a special equipment option? 4) if any of these are true, does anyone have documentation?

Here’s an example of wood strips:

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From the CJ-3B Page: https://www.cj3b.info/Tech/HoodProblems.html

 
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1940’s Buddy L Victory Toy **SOLD**

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This Buddy L. Victory Toy sold for $42 (+$17 shipping) yesterday.

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Small Wood Jeep Toy on eBay

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Roger spotted this unusual toy with an etched-in jeep grille.

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“You’re getting the vintage wood folk art toy shown. 5″ red jeep. Nice overall condition”

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1942 GPW w/ Truck Bed San Leandro, CA $4500

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UPDATE: Was No Price. Now priced at $4500.

(02/26/2020) Interesting mods. Some better pics would be useful.

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/san-leandro-1942-ford-jeep-4×4/7091183357.html

“World War II jeep so cool lot of atencion current tags running .sometime the starter gets stock but most of the times tuns on clean title”

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1966 CJ-6 Klamath Falls, OR **SOLD**

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UPDATE **SOLD** Was $13,200

(06/21/2018) David’s selling his CJ-6. It’s a got some useful updates.

“This CJ-6 is in excellent condition, very rare and comes with the desired Dauntless V-6 and a 4 speed Manual Transmission. The Jeep has had a lot of maintenance and upgrades done to it. It comes with an ExtremeAire on board compressor and all the tools you’ll need to inflate or deflate your tires for whatever terrain you’re in. The Wild Country XTX 255/85 16s are almost brand new. Rancho RS 5000 shocks, locking glove box and rear tool box. Fully carpeted, full padded roll-cage, and the seats are in excellent condition with the exception of one small split on the driver’s seat.

This Jeep comes from Eastern Oregon in high desert country, very easy on the body of older vehicles. The paint is in good condition, but there are a few cracks and worn areas, (see photos). The vehicle has been parked for a few years, but always indoors. The top is in excellent condition and looks almost new. It probably could use a good tune-up, but it runs and drives great. You would have to look very hard to find a CJ-6 in better condition. Feel free to email or text with any questions.”

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1951 Wagon San Jose, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5400.

Seller has driven this wagon over Hwy 17. That’s a good roadworthy test. I’ve saw more accidents on that hwy in the three years I drove it than I have anywhere else.

I once saw a driver in a car right in front of me, going up hill, lose control, for seemingly no reason, and veer into the concrete median, then cross two lanes to hit the side embankment, then slam back into the median, before coming to rest in the slow lane.  I remember locking eyes with the female driver. Her eyes were big, seemingly saying, “what the hell just happened”. I also had two narrow escapes on that highway where I could have been seriously injured.

“I built this car about a year ago with my uncle. It drives, I had a blast working on it and taking it to and from Santa Cruz, yes it made it over the hill. But I just moved and can’t house it at the moment. Please let me know if you are interested”

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1949 CJ-3A Los Lunas, NM $5000

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This has some early Free Lock hubs.

https://bakersfield.craigslist.org/pts/d/los-lunas-1949-willys-v8-overdrive/7089180015.html

“49 Willys CJ3A with ford V8 conversion and overdrive added. Offenhauser 4bbl aluminum intake and valve covers. Spare tire and gas can mounts. Soft top frame. Been sitting a long time, but runs, stops, and steers.”

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1947 CJ-2A Morro Bay, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.

Has a fiberglass body. I’m confused why the fiberglass hood looks so long in the first pic.

“1947 Willys Jeep cj2a. Has buick v6, tilt column, new shocks, Saginaw steering, etc. Needs some assembly. Have most parts for it. Engine was running before started pulling jeep apart. I have lights, gauges, radiator, seats etc. Has fiberglass hood that was never mounted. I have lots of other parts that could go with it for more $$. Bill of sale.. vin tag still on frame and frame stamped. Out of dmv..Only selling because I have too many projects. No trades. If ad is up, I still have it”

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1957 CJ-5 East Wenatchee, WA $1200

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There could be some value here (We’ve see worse for more). Only the one pic provided.

https://wenatchee.craigslist.org/cto/d/wenatchee-1957-willys-jeep/7093544095.html

“1957 Willys Jeep. It’s rough and is a project. I’ve only owned it a short time and have never even tried to start it but I know it’ll take a lot of work. I do have a title but it hasn’t been licensed for many years.”

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1950 CJ-3A Woodinville, WA $4995

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UPDATE: Still Available .

(04/04/2015) Nice looking jeep. Front brakes currently disassembled.

https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/d/bothell-1950-willys-cj3a-flatfender-jeep/7092899656.html

“1950 Willys CJ3A Civilian Flatfender. 95% stock, Flathead 4 cyl. 4 wheel drive, stored for 20+ years, few new improvements, Koeniq “Tin Top”, half roll cage, Diamond Plate corners and steps. Willys ready for restoration back to original or modify to whatever level. Has heavy duty detachable tow bar included. Have more photos, send email address if serious restorer / collector / hunter. Vehicle has not been started in 15 years. Was running when last parked. Front brake system currently partially dissembled. $4,995″

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1948 Flattie Los Lunas, NM $5000

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(03/08/2020) This has a variety of CJ and Military parts. Seller also has CJ-3A parts.

https://fresno.craigslist.org/pts/d/los-lunas-1948-cj3a-built-with-gpw-parts/7089284903.html

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“48 CJ3A with Ford GPW front clip and motor. Lots of GPW and Ford stamps on fenders, hood, grill, radiator, etc. Many original parts. Rust free tub. Old paint holds up well. Flathead 4 cylinder GPW engine runs perfect with no smoke and lots of power. Very nice Jeep. Clean NM title .5o5388893l. I can deliver for $350.

I also have a ton of CJ3A parts available if anybody needs anything.”

 
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1948 CJ-2A Petaluma, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.

Runs and drives.

“Very difficult to find a 1948 CJ2a in Original Unrestored condition.
Only work that has been done is to make it road worthy and protect the original Picket gray color.
Original Engine, three speed transmission. Engine runs great.
Runs, drives , stops.
Can enjoy as is, and feel wonderful driving a classic .
NOTE: Jeep is current at Sonora Calif, Up in Gold rush country.
Asking $6000.”

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Liquid Iron w/ CJ-5 on box on eBay

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This old package of Buckeye Silver Liquid Iron includes an endorsement by Willys Motors, Inc.

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“THIS AUCTION IS FOR ONE/1 USED RARE/VINTAGE ORIGINAL BOX CONTAINING BUCKEYE SILVER SHIELD LIQUID IRON TESTED & INDORSED BY WILLYS MOTORS.

MADE BY BUCKEYE PAINT AND CHEMICAL CORP. OF TOLEDO OHIO, ALSO HOME OF THE WILLYS JEEP.

ITS A 2 PART ADHESIVE AND FILLER. BOTH PARTS ARE IN THE BOX.

THE HARDENER IS STILL IN LIQUID FORM. THE LIQUID IRON LOOKS MORE OF A PASTE. I DID NOT OPEN EITHER ONE OF THE CONTAINERS.

GREAT GRAPHICS ON BOX. GREAT IMAGE OF A WILLYS JEEP CJ5.”

 
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Moriarty Brothers Key Ring Pembroke, MA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $25.

This Moriarty Brothers (Manchester, CT) Willys Jeep Key Ring a neat little piece. Some history behind that dealership.

“estate sale find : vintage 1960’s Willys Jeep Keys I was told and leather clip key chain. Back side says Willy’s- Jeep , and front side says : Moriarty Brothers inc. Manchester Connecticut. Lincoln-mercury, Meteor-comet . Phone mitchel 3-5135.”

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1976 Diesel Mitsubishi Coal City, IN $7500

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Appears solid.

https://terrehaute.craigslist.org/cto/d/coal-city-jeep-diesel-1976/7089692223.html

“Misubishi cj3b industrial 4 cycle transmission. 2 speed +18 transfer case. Street legal titled and tagged in Indiana.”

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2 1961 CJ-5s Turbotville, PA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.

Includes a variety of extras.

“Selling my awesome collection of 2 1961 willys CJ5 JEEPS with lots of extras 2 complete running machines with solid frames and body you will not find a better pair of these jeeps will be adding more pictures and info throughout the day and questions”

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1951 M-38 Myrtle Beach, NC $11,000

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It doesn’t run at the moment, but if the seller gets it running, they want $11,000. Otherwise, make offer as a non-runner.

https://fayetteville.craigslist.org/cto/d/myrtle-beach-1951-willys-m38-jeep/7094468031.html

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“1951 willys m38 24v Korean War era Jeep. Jeep is complete and needs a full tune up-batteries to get going again. It has sat in my garage the past 1.5 years in hopes of working on it. I have not touched it due to work. It has the original drivetrain and body hardware you would hope to find. It has the original Jerry can, spare tire, Canvas top with removable side panels and doors, canvas is in nice original condition on both front and rear seats as well as top.

Newer harness-comes with brand new one and parts. Motor turns freely by hand almost zero if any leaks. The Jeep Ran in 2018 as the previous owner got a tail light ticket. It was his fathers civil defense Jeep and it was painted as such. It has vinyl decals that can be removed. The only body work I’ve found has been a small metal plate in the tool box, passenger floor and axe indent have had some work. Great start for some one to drive or restore. If I get it running 11,000 make offer as if your interested”

 
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Year? DJ-5 JeepRod Franklin, GA $9500

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If you want something different.

https://atlanta.craigslist.org/sat/cto/d/franklin-1960s-ratrod-mail-jeep/7081572584.html

“Mail jeep in the 1960s for trade. It has a 350 motor, automatic transmission, sits on air bags and runs good. For sale or trade for other rat rods, hot rods, or pro streets. This is a one of a kind!”

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1949 Jeepster East Gwillimbury, Canada BAT Auction

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Solid looking Jeepster out of Canada is up for auction on Bring-A-Trailer. Has incorrect hubcaps.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1949-willys-jeepster-12/

“This 1949 Willys Jeepster has reportedly spent its life in Ontario, Canada and was acquired by the seller last year. Finished in blue and white over a blue vinyl interior, the truck is powered by a 134ci L-head inline-four linked to a column-shifted three-speed manual gearbox. The fluids and filters were serviced in November 2019, and a safety inspection was performed. This Jeepster is offered with a replacement canvas top, spare wheels, and Ontario registration.”

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1946 CJ-2A Princeton, IN $2850

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I feel like I’ve seen this one before …

https://evansville.craigslist.org/pts/d/princeton-1946-willys-cj2a-jeep/7094534457.html

“46 CJ2A Great floors and sheetmetal. 4 original wheels and decent tires. Motor turns by hand and transmission shifts through the gears. Clean Indiana title.”

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1946 CJ-2A Wales, MA $1500

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(03/11/2020) It runs and plows.

https://worcester.craigslist.org/cto/d/wales-1946-cj2a-willys-agriculture-jeep/7091540987.html

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“Original 1946 Agri Jeep. Serial number 43416.

This jeep has a good motor and tranny. Both had been gone through with the intention of a total rebuild to happen. Motor runs strong with new gasket, valves reworked, tranny rebuilt. Frame is in surprisingly great shape as evident in the pics ( maybe due to the layers of paint). Take notice of the front gussets. Original frame tag is present and I also have the matched body tag.

Body tub is shot, no surprise there. Front fenders, grill are decent for restoration. This jeep has an original radiator in great shape and holds fluid. Also included ( not pictured) is a desirable original early & correct Air Filter assembly in great shape.
And a few other new parts including coil, brake master, floor starter.

The PTO and shaft are unfortunately gone as they were stolen in the middle of a move.

Please note:
THIS IS NOT A ROAD READY JEEP. FOR RESTORATION OR PARTS.

Comes with a Signed bill of sale.”

 
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Year? CJ-2A Harrisburg, PA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $650.

(06/02/2019) No title; parts jeep.

“Willys jeep almost complete parts vehicle —-engine starter., generator ,trans, complete front rear and rear -rear windshield frame, seat frames gas tank etc—– etc-!!!! ALL
FOR ONE MONEY !!!!! $850.00 NO TITLE NO TITLE NO TITLE!!!!!!”

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1961 CJ-5 Jim Thorpe, PA $3400

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Steve spotted this ad. The CJ-5 runs, has a plow, a Acme hardtop, and a Warn OD. Seems worth a look.

https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/cto/d/lehighton-1961-willy-jeep-cj-5/7094755646.html

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“Original condition Willys Jeep CJ-5 showing 71k miles on the odometer. F-head 134 Hurricane 4-cylinder engine runs smooth and sweet. Three speed manual transmission, two speed transfer case, coupled to a Warn overdrive gear unit and a newer clutch. (have video of engine idling)
The jeep drives, shifts, and brakes normal. The overdrive unit, when engaged, reduces engine RPM and allows for a more road friendly vehicle. Look up Warn overdrive to get an idea of its value. (have video of driving through gears)
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1948 Report on ‘Jeep’ in Conservation

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I purchased this cool booklet off of eBay. It has some great pics. I’ll share once it arrives.

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