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Steve shared this ad for Proto Tools that included a Jeep. It appeared in the March 1953 issue of Mechanix Illustrated.
This photo is another image-applied-to-plate that’s on eBay. It’s a neat photo showing at least four Ford GPs inside a boxcar.
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“Jeep New Metal Sign: Military Jeep Secured Inside Vtg. Railroad Boxcar 4 Transit
Suitable for framing or hanging, has pre drilled holes. A nice piece of 20th century history.
Great coloration in the sign.
The sign measures 9″ x 12″
This sign is also available in 12″ x 16″ for $29.88.”
Any thoughts on where this photo was taken?
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“1942 Press Photo Soldiers drive amphibious jeeps in Armistice Parade. This is an original press photo. War implements – jeeps in Armistice Parade Photo measures 8 x 3 inches. Photo is dated 11-11-1942.”
Looks in good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/518295299102904/
“1954 jeep Willys 4×4
Original engine 4cilinders
Original 3 speed transmission
Run and drive well
Price $10500
Only people who are real interested”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2850.
Has some rust. Seems like there’s value here.
“1946 Willys CJ2A motor turns by hand and trans shifts. Clean Indiana title. Floors are above average condition, sheetmetal is very good and unmolested. Original wheels and 4 decent tires for farm or trail use. $2850 located near Owensville”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1800.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/132385384566178/
(08/29/2019) “1956 Jeep cj5 trench a Jeep This is a very rare Jeep very few were made like this. It is a complete Jeep with all the pto’s and parts for trencher only thing missing is back chain covers This is a project does not run Frame is bent and body is rough Does not have title or vin plate I have a 55 parts Jeep that comes with it that has a good frame and vin tag no title Will provide a bill of sale This is a project I picked up and just don’t have tome to dedicate to it have to finish my projects will sale with parts Jeep for $2200or $1800 without parts Jeep”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000.
It runs.
“1945 -1946 williy’s Jeep set up for hog hunting runs and drives great winch in the front carry’s 4 people and has more than 9k miles on it”
Looks to be a mid to late 1960s CJ-6.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/494477818076864/
“Jeep CJ -6 project. with newly rebuilt engine”
Not sure how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/541959783407397/
“1947 cj2a Good rolling chassis, frame, axles, transfercase, and wheels and tires. Body is ok condition for the age and frame in is in good condition No motor”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(01/29/2020) This may be a later model 3B, as it looks to have the larger speedo.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1317595935067596/
“In good shape it was running about 3 Months ago needs new carb sold as is and most pick up”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.
Lacks a power train. Seller does have other power train parts available.
“’47 cj2a jeep. No motor or trans. Body is rough but not beyond repair for a trail or farm jeep. $800 located near Owensville In. I do have motors/transmissions & other parts for sale.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(01/28/2020) Not sure how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/508552303315842/
“Decided to sell my 46 2a. No title, normal rust (which is a lot). Glass is broke. $900.00 Located, north central Oklahoma. 74743 Ok. here’s more info. No. it does not run. Has incorrect F-head engine. P/O did a spring over axle mod to it. Either needs steering linkage mod or axles returned to original position. Needs a LOT of t.l.c.”
UPDATE; **SOLD** Was $6000.
Seems like a good price.
“Two 1946 Willys cj2a jeeps for sale $6000 firm for both jeeps they run no titles, will consider trades for old cars that run. Springfield Missouri”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4800.
Includes a trailer. This could be a very good price.
“1943 Ford Jeep, runs good, new tires, clear title, comes with M416 trailer, tow bar, and extra hood.”
UPDATE: Adding to this post, there are a few examples of DJ-3As with wide windowed hardtops. It’s possible they were just using the CJ-5 hardtops. http://www.ewillys.com/2021/02/10/photos-of-a-1956-rhd-dj3a/
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Original post from March 17, 2020:
The small rear window can be seen on the back of the top at the left top of this 1956 DJ-3A brochure.
Mike raised a question the other day, which resulted in us learning something new. He was viewing the launch-brochure for the DJ-3A when he noticed that the Koenig-manufactured hardtop was illustrated with a small rear window. Up to that point, Mike and I and several other folks were under the impression that all these tops had the same size rear window, but in fact that was false.
Instead, it appears that in 1955, through 1946(?) and possibly into 1957, Jeep used a small window in the back of the top, before moving to a larger one. Especially with the DJ-3As, with their lack of side windows, that small window would have made backing up difficult, as it would have been hard to see anything behind the driver.
Here are the four types of hardtops of this style identified so far.
This photo shows the same jeep from the side. You can see the lack of side windows.
Mike shared this photo that was drifting around Facebook. It’s clip of Dean Martin behind a Jeepster Commando. According to the Facebook post, “Dean Martin, Senta Berger, Janice Rule, and a ‘67 Jeepster Commando Station Wagon. From the 1967 Matt Helm film “The Ambushers”.” As Derek Redmond pointed out, it’s not the only Jeep in that movie.
The Internet Movie Car Database has even more pics from the movie. In fact, Jeepster Commandos appeared in a variety of movies: https://www.imcdb.org/vehicles_make-Jeep_model-Jeepster+Commando.html
I have one of these wood Jeepster models. There’s another one on eBay currently.
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“Antique vintage new old stock Models of Merit by Ace Products jeep jeepster kit no.7r Balsa Wood Model Kit Condition is nos In box complete with instructions”
These pics are a little nicer, but from a different eBay auction:
Maury spotted this one. It was on eBay (sold for $17.50). This 1979 guide seems a clever way to diagnose transmission problems.
“”Kaiser Jeep Corporation Automatic Transmission Circular Slide Rule Calculator” by the writers and illustrators of Kaiser Jeep Corporation, Toledo Ohio. No Copyright data; research indicates Kaiser Jeep used Borg-Warner transmissions at least 1970-1972 – probably longer. Here is a guide for use while servicing those transmissions. Kaiser Jeep published the wheel as a Mechanic’s tool, and as an advertising piece, for their dealers selling retail product in that era. Note – the photos you see are of this mechanic’s tool and advertising piece – no ‘Stock Photos’.
A tight firm clean double-wheel ‘slide rule’ calculator in tan/black, unmarked, a trifle darkened after a half-Century on a shelf. 7 1/4″ in diameter; the inner wheel is 5 1/2″ in diameter.
A guide to when service is required on these transmissions;
The order in which the tests should be made;
The reverse shows the Pressure Levels, where the Transmission selector (gearshift) should be place and what RPM or MPH should be utilized in those tests;
Speeds at which downshifts should be made.
A solid clean circular slide rule – lots of data on the reverse. Direct from a postwar Jeep dealer’s library. No mustiness, No smoke smell. We do try to describe them correctly – We want you back as a customer – hundreds of repeat customers. “
Bill shared this one.
https://gunspot.com/listings/detail/1745/1954-willys-m170/
“The Willys model M170 is the ambulance version of Willy M38A1. The Willy M170 was used during Korean War. I have owed this vehicle for about 6 years. It was a frame off restoration completely rebuilt including body and engine. Has very few miles since restoration. Runs strong 4wd works good. It is not titled for street use however can be by following Motor Vehicle registration in your state. It was not titled when I brought it as it was complete rebuild of military registered vehicle and previous owner never licensed for road use. I have driven in several military parades and used on my ranch. I will provide Bill of Sale.Buyer is responsible for shipping.”
That’s a CJ-5 top sitting on the jeep.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/187759749169323/
“51 willys no title . dontreally want to sell but wouldnt turn 2250 down. Would trade for a 30 plus horsepower tractor with a brush hog. I’d be willing to trade my top for a transferable title now has factory replacement tank”
More pics would be useful.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/168641107736052/
“1951 Willys Jeep. Needs minor work, Chevrolet V8, 15,000 # PTO winch on front bumper.”
This could be worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/816448898811751/
“Good condition must see to appreciate”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
Looks like the body has had some work.
“1948 Jeep CJ2a · Convertible · Driven 50,000 miles Nice little Jeep. Willys cj2a. Almost all original. 12v . Flathead four cylinder. Runs and drives good”
Same owner for 60 years.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/432231141042572/
“REDUCED: 1951 Willys Jeep. Price negotiable/OBO. Runs good, ready to use. Real man toy, work horse. One caretaker for the last 60 years. Canvas soft cover in need of repair. Trailer available for an extra &1,000”
Looks like this has a 3B or a replacement windshield. Looks to be a post 1959 given the passenger side air intake. Am I just sleepy or does this have an odd heater setup?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/249721556045204/
“Old Jeep. Needs everything. Delivery possible. In 21625 zip”
