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These two ads were published in the same newspaper a year apart. The 1947 ad highlights the versatility of the farm vehicle and, as an added bonus, its versatility cuts costs. The 1948 ad emphasizes the cost savings, because the jeep is versatile. It’s basically the same message, but with different emphases.
This April 4, 1947, ad from A.B. Clothier & Son in the Oxford Leader highlighted the farm versatility of the Universal Jeep.
This ad appeared in the January 1956 issue of Practical Builder, page 282. It’s a pretty niche specific ad.
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No caption. It was part of a box marked “Sept 1947”.
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When inverted in photoshop it looks like this:
“VINTAGE
– These came to me indirectly from the widow of a professional (press and otherwise) photographer based in the Holyoke MA area
– The negative(s) is(are) original 3 1/4 x 4 1/4” Black & White
– Due to the light box, some images are seen as cut off
– Camera was set to the monochrome for ease of viewing – some color variations may appear on negatives
– These came from a box labelled: Sept 1947 – this does not guarantee accurate dating, though it is assumed to be somewhat accurate
The pics of the chassis look recent, but the pics of the 3A look like pics of pics.
https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/d/dearing-willys-jeep/7029372529.html
“1952 Willys Jeep
Buick v6 (1987) lots of extras
Also a 1947 Jeep chases with a sbc v8”
Runs.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/738478113300081/
“Been garage kept since 1984 but was still started periodically everything runs rebuilt engine by my gpa n uncle years ago rebuilt transfer case it got 3 gears i beilive than like 3 different 4 ×4 4high 4low than extra 4low front n back pozzy track all original parts has the hubs with the two levers that pull out and spin to lock and unlock your hubs i know its at least considered to be in #4fair condition or #3 wich is little better than fair i got an updated clean title and everything serious inquires only pm me mainly need the cash but might barter for trades n cash the more i start putting into it the more its going to be worth i wish i could keep it but i am in a bind financially”
UPDATE:**SOLD** Was $1257.
Missing engine.
“For sale 1950s era jeep forward control, FC-150. Very rare. Missing motor but takes the same engine as the common Willys Jeep. Good transmission. Nothing is frozen. Great restoration project. Will trade for tractors, heavy equipment, ag implements.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2300.
(11/26/2019) It runs, but still needs some work.
“I got this classic old flat-fender Jeep 16 months ago as a non-running project.
I’ve done a ton of work to it and now it runs.
It is still a project, but for someone else to finish.
The bottom line is I have a clear title and it runs down the road pretty good.
The stock 3 speed tranny shifts fine and the transfer case works good 2wd, 4wd hi, and 4wd lo.
The stock 4 cyl engine has 110-125 psi compression on all cylinders and runs great.
The tub has its fair share of rust holes.
The fenders, hood, and tailgate are in pretty good shape.
Runs? May have a Beck hardtop.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/837221326735994/
“No major rust..great for a project”
Needs more work.
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/d/rancho-cucamonga-1958-willys-jeep-cj3b/7029206339.html
“95% Restored 350 Chevy Raptor Liner Paint, runs and drives, new tires, paint, seats, electrical, gas tank, has only 6 test miles since restore, needs a little TLC
have pink slip
$6,000”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $400.
Could use some cleaning.
“willys l134 engine for sale $400 obo. turns freely, has newer rear main seal. head looks good, gasket had no blowouts. cylinder walls unscratched. bored .060 over. previous owner said it was running when the clutch went kaput. comes with flywheel and clutch housing, distributor, and manifolds.”
It’s an industrial engine with a large saw attached to it.
https://elko.craigslist.org/pts/d/silver-springs-1946-willys-cj-motor/7029649795.html
“MUST SELL– 1946 Willy’s Engine SN:638632 W2, in front of serial number is 1-11 and after serial number is N1-CR. We are asking $400.00 obo
It is in running condition except it needs a little work. Needs some hoses and the radiator needs replace(new one sitting there for it) I am selling this for a friend (who has passed away) I don’t know much about it so it is best that you come look at it at the Antique Link store in Silver Springs. It is mounted to a trailer with a large Buss saw setup attached.
It can be towed as is. Trailer has an attached hitch.”
UPDATE: Still Available?
(07/22/2019) Lots of parts here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/378122506389528/
“PRICE REDUCTION!!!! I’m still selling my two Gpws 1942&1943. Again It comes with two bodies, two motors (one decked and bored) an engine rebuild kit. New front seats new gas tank. An extra frame that’s been sandblasted already, three hoods ones been and blasted. One Jeep has already been taken apart. One transmission. Axles. And 5 brand new tires. I have lost interest in the project, and I need money for school. I’m just trying to get back what I have into it. $5000 obo for everything. I might be willing to trade. I also have some small accessories like a water bucket. I also have the capability to transport it to anywhere in the South west part of the US. In and Surrounding Colorado. For an extra cost depending where. I’m not really not wanting to part it out and want it all gone at one time.”
If the tranny is in good shape, this could be worth a look. It’s not the 6:1 version.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/scz/pts/d/santa-cruz-tranny-t18-4spd/7028005844.html
“T-18 4spd 4:1 1st gear. Also has Dana 20 and adapter for Chevy bell housing included”
If you need an extra fuel tank, maybe this will do.
https://eugene.craigslist.org/pts/d/albany-rear-fuel-tank-and-seat-willys/7026570775.html
“Heavy duty rear mounted fuel tank with rear seat mounted to it. This came out of my 1953 Willys cj3b.”
Bill Reiss shared these photos he took of a modified CJ-3B used by the Automobile Club of Southern California. It was a feature of the Los Angeles Auto Show earlier this week. (See an example of the club’s 2A set up from 1949 here).
This ad appeared in the Oxford Ledger on March 10, 1948, published by A. B. Clothier & Son out of Oxford, Michigan. It later appeared in the Leelanau County times on March 25, 1948, published by Harry’s Service Center, Traverse City, Michigan.
A.B. Clothier Ad:
UPDATE: Price dropped to $8500.
(08/17/2019) Appears to be a well built top.
https://maine.craigslist.org/cto/d/wells-1949-willys-cj2a/7028127184.html
“1949 Willys CJ2A, 4×4, restomod, good body, four cylinder 153 Cubic Inch Chevy Nova engine, tilt wheel. new wiring, new heater, new radio, factory overdrive, new custom made top with built in roll bar, runs good”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Could be worth a look.
“1974 DJ5 (Dispatch Jeep)..6 cylinder automatic..right hand drive ….It is a 2wd…. NOT 4WD. …runs great..$2500 obo ..located in Greeneville TN”
Adrian’s selling his wagon.
https://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/7028774164.html
“1956 WILLYS OVERLAND 4X4 STATION WAGON. DODGE SLANT 6 ENGINE, 3 SPEED TRANSMISSION WITH OVERDRIVE. 4 WHEEL DRIVE IS IN GREAT CONDITION . THIS IS A READY TO GO WAGON THAT IS MECHANICALLY SOUND AND ALSO LOOKS GOOD. BODY AND PAINT ARE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. INTERIOR IS GOOD WITH A FEW SMALL TEARS IN THE SEAT UPHOLSTERY. SUNROOF.
EVERYTHING WORKS EXCEPT THE 2 SPOTLIGHTS WHICH NEED TO BE CONVERTED TO 12 VOLT. NO REAR SEAT, FRONT BUMPER HAS CHROME FINISH STARTING TO BREAK DOWN. GLASS IS ALL GOOD, LIGHTS AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ALL NEW WIRING. DRIVES STRAIGHT, BRAKES GOOD.
THIS IS NOT A SHOW QUEEN AND THERE ARE SMALL ISSUES WITH THINGS SUCH AS 2 WINDOWS WERE REPLACED BUT NO TINTING ON THEM, NO RADIO, AFTERMARKET GAUGES .”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8900.
“M151A2 Illinois title as Jeep Uncut. Mileage 26661 new last year ,top ,door skins , side curtains, all shocks, ,A-arm bushing, eletronic ignition ,inner cap ,spark plugs, fan belts, upper and lower radiator hoses, thermostat, master cylinder,wheel cylinders, brake hoses, rear driveshaft, all u -joints, rear diff, upper and lower ball joints, both front coil springs, steering box, wiper blades , canvas grill and hood covers,Stewart Warner mechanical water temp and oil pressure gauges with red LED lights. Stewart Warner 30.000 BTU gasoline heater, working RT524 radio with untested R442, 24 volt to 12 volt converter for Alpine Stereo with 4 Radio Shack Book Shelf speakers,
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $90.
Might be some rust damage on these.
“Set of doors from hard top from cj5 Jeep with rool up windows need new paint”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1400.
Refurbed and road ready.
“Mechanically and structurally restored while preserving its nearly 70 year old patina. New wiring, lights and reflectors – exactly match originals. Rusted areas on the box were cut out, fresh steel welded in, frame was reinforced with extra cross rails and a treated lumber deck was installed.
Canopy tops are available for these to make it an all weather, off road adventure hauler. Very solid, nice towing… its a great little trailer that is very unique and gets a lot of attention.”
UPDATE: Price bumped to $3500.
(11/10/2019) Will need some work to run and drive.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/904098399986863/
“1947 Willy Jeep. Body is pretty solid. The floorboard has a couple of small holes. It ran three years ago with a battery and fresh gas. It has no brakes. It is for the person that wants to restore an old jeep. It has two fronts seats but not bolted down. It has a front windshield. No back seat. It also has the original tailgate. It also has the original manuals for it. The ad shows auto transmission. Its manual.Pictures what it looked like before we got it.The tires have less than 100 miles on it.”
Has a Beck/Kelly hardtop.
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/d/leisenring-47-willys-jeep/7027673563.html
“for sale 1947 willys Jeep,has 289 engine, engine won’t turn over, lost title selling as is”
