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Year? GPW Henderson, NV **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** was $4000.

(11/11/2019) Has some mods.

“I have what is titled as a 1947 Ford GPW. This Jeep has sat for the last 10 years. It was reported as having the transmission quit, the motor turns but the carb needs rebuilt/ replaced. This is a Las Vegas Jeep and has only minor rust. I started to tear down this project but life has gotten in the way. I was going to restore this back to it’s former glory! I have many of the needed parts to get this back on the road”

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1948 CJ-2A Parts Festus, MO $1600

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Seller will sell as a unit or part out.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/506713469888070/

“1948 cj2a tub has m38 military windshield, seats , hood , grill and fenders selling to buy other parts need for my restoration Will sell completely for 1600 or in individual parts price below Tub 700 M38 windshield 300 Seats 200 for both Hood 200 Fenders 100 Grill 150”

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Roof Palomino(?) Model 60 Mower Benton, IL **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: Other 4x4s • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1900.

I’m not sure how much original Roof Palomino is left on this rig; here’s a Model 60 manual.

“Rare roof 60 mower from the 60s made in pontiac il. This one had been made to resemble a palomino. 18 hp cast iron Kohler hydrostatic drive. Runs and drives good alot of fun. Has new a ATV tires and 3000 lb winch. High and low range. Turns alot of heads. Cruise around the car show in style. Deck not included but could be made a mower again there are still mower decks out there for these. 1900 cash obo cash in person. located in benton il 62812. Wont deliver ”

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1944 MB San Diego, CA Saturday Auction

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Price is listed as $2500, but it’s an auction.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/806088443170356/

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“Will be going to auction December 21st, Saturday, @ 9am. Opening Bid $500 Cars, Trucks, Vans, Motorcycles and more starting at $300-$500. Facebook: www.facebook.com/OtayAutoAuction Website: www.OtayAutoAuctions.com Phone: [hidden information] Address: 8968 Simpre Viva Rd San Diego, CA 92154″

 
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Just a Few Updates Thursday

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Painting and running errands, then an evening at the Lewis Ginter botanical gardens holiday display took up all my time on Wednesday, so just a few updates for Thursday.

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Me, my cousin Erika, and her mother Martha, chilly, but enjoying the beauty of the botanical gardens in Richmond, VA.

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June 1961 “For Short Hops” Kangaroo Inspired Brochure

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This is one of a collection of brochures I was able to get off of eBay last week. It’s the June 1961 “For Short Hops Or The Long Haul” brochure with images of a kangaroo on it. It’s also a rare jeep family brochure that includes the FJ-3 (later brochures show the FJ-3A, the longer FJ). This is Form No. DM61-06.

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This page is a foldout page of the whole brochure (11″ x 17″):1961-06-kangaroo-jeep-family-maverick-brochure3-lores

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5 1947 Ads from A. B. Clothier & Son

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These ads appeared in Michigan Newspapers during 1947 and were paid for by A.B. Clothier & Son.

1. May 1947 “50,000 Universal ‘Jeeps’ Now at Work on Farms & Ranches”:
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2. July 1947 “Seeing’s Believing”:
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3. August 1947 “All-Around Work-Horse”:
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Photo of Jeep Jamboree Obstacle Course on eBay.

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Given the date of December 9th (year unknown), this might have been a Texas Jeep Jamboree.

View all the information on eBay

“This is an original press photo. This rugged stretch was a typical part of the obstacle course “Over hill, over Dale, we will hit the dusty trail —-” Only here the dusty trail appears to hit back! This is a typical stretch of the rugged terrain through which the Jeeps traveled in the obstacle course event of the jeep jamboree. Autos – Jeeps Photo measures 10 x 8.25inches. Photo is dated 12-09-NONE.”

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1955 M-38A1 Cincinnati, OH **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.

Tom shared this ad.

“Parting out 1955 m38a1 many of the parts have less than 2000 mile on them.
complete 134f motor rebuilt 2000.00, complete exhaust system 100.00, ross steering box and linkage 150.00
Radiator 3 row, Generator w/electronic regulator”

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1949 Approved Willys-Overland Accessories Booklet

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This 28-page booklet is divided up into several sections including, Comfort, Style & Beauty, Safety, Convenience, and Maintenance.

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The Wishing Well

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Maury shared this comic; be careful how you wish.

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1956 Ad For ‘Jeep’ and Clearing Snow

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This September 26, 1956, ad was published in the Reporter newspaper from Klingler Pontiac out of Ann Arbor, MI.

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Carnival Ride Stafford, CT $195

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Someone ought to enjoy this.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/480200989251056/

“Carnival kids ride all in great shape. Great patina Pickup Stafford CT”

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Year? CJ-2A Winter Gardens, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5995.

(11/25/2019) I think the small flat bed trailer to the left of the jeep is the one included in the sale.

“1945 K2 flat Fender Jeep Willys comes with flatbed trailer has Warn winch and hubs upgraded seats power brakes Motors all original as soft top and doors good condition needs minor work”

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1952 CJ-3A Clovis, CA $4000

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It’s a project.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/443742516459699/

“52 willys Jeep has been Sitting about 6 years. F head engine manual transmission 3 speed PTO unit takes up 3rd gear extra carburetor flat Holly All original running gear new clutch put in 6 years ago 12 hours on it newer water pump. Message for price as I’m selling for a friend and unknown mileage. Willing to trade for running Harley”

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1953 CJ-3A Pahrump, NV **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.

It’s a mix of CJ-3A and other parts.

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“NOT A CHEVY AVALANCHE!!FACEBOOK BLOWS! I am posting for an older friend a 53 Willys Jeep with the stock 4 cylinder engine. It does not have a current title. He has extra wheels, tires, fiberglass tub, and and so many other parts (transmission, transfer case) I can’t list them all. He would love to rebuild and retitle it, but simply does not have the time. If you are interested, please feel free to message me. He is hoping to get $3500 for everything. He can even throw in a running Chevy 305 engine for an extra $500”

 
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1949 CJ-3A Mariposa, CA $3500

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(11/13/2019) I understand that as a seller answering questions can get tiring, but if a buyer isn’t asking questions about a jeep/price like this, then how are they supposed to know whether to see it in person or not?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/528489487946160/

“49 Willy’s jeep all original ran when parked 10 years ago no brakes that’s why I parked it 3000$ ob”

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1944 MB Olympia, WA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.

Rob shared this one. What a price! No doubt this will be gone in an hour or two.

“Hood jeep. Been stored inside for 40 years. Needs a little love but complete and a runner”

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A Brief Break From Remodeling Projects

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Shane’s on the left and Mr. eWillys is on the right of the pic.

My cousin and I took a break from painting, hanging ceiling lights, cleaning up her yard and more (oh so much more) to visit Shane just north of Richmond, Virginia, yesterday. He is a long-time reader who jeeped using 80s/90s jeeps, before jumping into the vintage market with a relatively cheap CJ-3A. He told us how surprised he was at how much he enjoyed driving the old rig. Unfortunately, the jeep was later stolen, but by then he was hooked. So, a little while later he bought his second vintage jeep, a 1942 GPW.

What appeared to be a GPW in good condition turned out to be a jeep with problems that Shane didn’t spot until he got it home (I think most of us can related to that at one time or another). At first Shane bought individual parts , but over time he started buying jeep projects from which he could get some parts. That led him to begin reselling MB and GPW parts.

Apart from the WWII jeeps, he’s acquired a CJ-6 project that he hopes to complete at some point. He also continues to look for WWII parts, including the following items (email him if you think he you have something he needs donovanshanemiller @ gmail.com … no spaces around the @):

Top bow body brackets
Side grab handles
Two reflectors(Corcoran Brown bezel, Grotelite No. 100 lens)
Mirror and arm
Stamped pintle
Blackout light bulb assembly 
Axe head bottom bracket(4 hole)
One windshield to hood block
Oil can to firewall bracket
Spare tire carrier and foot
Skid plate

There were a couple of interesting tidbits that we learned from Shane. He explained that there are a lot of 1942 GPWs around the country, because a large number of them were shipped for early military training, while many of the Willys MBs went to North Africa. Anyone have further insights into this?

Additionally, we learned that there was a big auction of brand new, unissued surplus 1945 GPWs sold in 1946 out of Ohio by the military, so it isn’t uncommon to run across 1945s with 1946 titles and bills of sale in that region. Anyone else seen this pattern?

Thanks again to Shane for taking the time to show us his place. Here’s some photos of some of his jeeps:

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Dauntless V6 Art on eBay

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Maury shared these Dauntless V6 parts-turned art/in-home decor.

  1. Engine Block Wine Rack:
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  2. Industrial Table Lamp:
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  3. Candle Opera” (aka candelabra) w/flame less candles:
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1946 CJ-2A Lake Winola, PA $900

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Based on the VIN, this is a 1946 CJ-2A.

https://scranton.craigslist.org/cto/d/lake-winola-willys-overland-cj-2a-flat/7031804297.html

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“1946-1949 Willys-Overland CJ-2A Flat Fender

This Willys is in decent condition for its age. It was used to plow snow and comes with the plow. Long time ownership by same family. At this point in time there is no title, but we are trying to get one. It has the original 4-cylinder engine and six-volt electrical system and we are working to get it running. It last ran in 2011. The clutch and brakes will need attention. As far as the tub goes it is restorable as is but will need at least a driver side floor.

It is a cool flat fender original Willys. A tub for this Willys will cost about $2400.00. The fenders and hood are in good condition and would not need to be replaced.

The car is part of an estate that I am helping to liquidate (do not need help). It is being sold as-is, where-is and will need to be trailered off. The VIN number is 77103. The car is located at Lake Winola outside of Scranton.”

 
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1948 CJ-2A Cub Run, KY **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.

Could be worth a look.

“48 cj2 231 v6 t18 4 speed d18 transfer dana 44 diffs clean title hei ign howell fuel injection”

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1978 DJ-5F New Orleans, LA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** 

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“Trading or selling my beautiful 1978 DJ-5F!
It has a straight 6 with 232 ci, 90 hp.
Along with this piece of American motor, you’ll get a set of 4 snow tires and a full spare, the Service Manual, cans of primer, and other miscellaneous bits. I have the original letter platform.

Work that has been done:
-Filters and fluids changed (air, oil, transmission)
-Brakes bled
-Cleaned carburetor
-New front turn signal assemblies installed
-Redone labels for thermometer
-Repaired fuel gauge
-Installed new windshield wiper pump
-Lubricated manual windows
-Lowered gas tank to allow for more rear storage
-Installed kill switch

I have physical and electronic copies of the service manual. If you want to gander at the service manual, email me.

Has been my frequent driver, but times change. I am selling it, because there is no place to install a baby car seat and I have a 2 year old with another on the way.

$3000 OBO. Looking to trade for a Honda Acty Van (which I’d mod the backseat to have seat belts).

Doors currently off the jeep to install new sliding blocks FYI.”

 
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1946 CJ-2A Dallas, TX $15,995

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Has lots of updates.

https://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/ctd/d/dallas-1946-jeep-willys/7033822251.html

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“1946 Jeep Willys
4.0L V8, 3 Speed Manual Transmission
Drives Great
Unknown Miles
Pictures Say it all
all Options work
Black Leather seats
Clean Title”

 
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Kayline? Tire Carrier San Antonio, TX **SOLD**

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UPDATE: Was $150. Sold …. Bill notes this is likely a Kayline. I originally thought Whitco, but I can see now that the cross bracing is different.

I believe this is a Whitco spare tire holder.

“CJ Willys / Jeep Swing Spare Tire Mount. $150.00
All the pieces are there. Just bolt on and your ready to go. If your jeep has BIG tires and the spare is always in the way, perhaps this swing tire mount will help. It does NOT interfere with the tail gate action.”

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