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Lacks an engine. That may be a 3A or later frame.
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/pts/d/ramona-42-willys-mb-good-dmv-title/6948543163.html
“Rolling chassis. Good non op title. Window frame has gun rack. Tool boxes in back.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1300.
(06/26/2019) Has two heaters installed.
https://sanantonio.craigslist.org/atq/d/pearsall-1940s-jeep/6949458989.html
“1946-48 Willys CJ2A for sale. Perfect ranch or hunting lease Jeep. Needs work on the distributor and brakes, but is VERY close to running. A bonus about this Jeep is that it has two heaters installed and a heavy duty brush guard. The transmission, transfer case, and oil bath air filter all have new oil in them. Brand new spark plugs, fuel pump, fuel filter and battery. No title. Bill of sale only. Cash only, price negotiable”
UPDATE: **SOLD** was $4950.
“Restoration project with the original Ford engine. Not running or driving.”
<– Day 3 August 4th: Maine’ly Driving Late | Day 5 Aug 6th: Scooting Across to Nova Scotia –>
Jim, Kevin and Merlin parked for the night Monday night at the Rockwood campground in Saint John, NB.
Amazingly, the Canadians allowed the Newfoundland 2019 (or Rust) crew into Canada yesterday. Clearly they must be desperate for tourists! Well, that and the fact that New Brunswick is so far from the Yukon that they probably still haven’t received word about our 2017 visit to Canada. Whew!
My guess as to the route they took on Monday August 5th.
The crew started the morning in Sanford, Maine, at a Walmart Parking lot.
Beginning at the Sanford, Maine, Walmart.
My guess is that the crew hit Highway One along the Maine coast line, then followed it to Bar Harbor. Now, if you are new to this adventure, you may be wondering, why doesn’t the narrator know what’s happening? Well, that’s because the crew’s phones are being jammed and they are unable to communicate with the rest of the Western Hemisphere … it’s the only possible explanation. So, I’ll make a few literary leaps …
I HOPE they got themselves a Lobster Roll, as great ones can be found all along the coast (the best one we found in 2013 was actually in Massachusetts). Even some McDonalds sells lobster rolls during the summer! Just don’t fall for lobster rolls that brag about their Langostino lobster (It’s no more lobster than Almond milk is milk). Here’s a lobster they may have seen in Bar Harbor.
This sums up much of the Maine we saw in 2013: Lobster, Lobster Rolls, and Ice Cream. We saw more signs for those three items than anything else!
From Bar Harbor, they likely followed the picturesque Highway 1 north to the border with New Brunswick. Fortunately, Merlin has saved me from using stock photos at this point, as he shared a few pics along the route:
Check out this article on Nck Oxender at JeepWave.
https://www.jeepwave.com/news/article/jeep-life/2019/08/fate-and-a-navy-secret.html
Marty spotted this cool photo from 1959 on the USGS Volcanoes Facebook page. According to the caption, “The M7.3 Hebgen lake earthquake, on the western margin of Yellowstone National Park, occurred on August 17, 1959. This week’s #Yellowstone#CalderaChronicles takes a look back at that spectacular event and it’s impact on Yellowstone and the surrounding area.”
Needs a little work.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/680015542423059/
“Custom built mini Jeep has 420cc engine with 780 series torque converter on it, runs and drives needs electric start wired up and a couple other things but it has a dump bed with tailgate custom built fuel tank tons of hours in sheet metal work and fabrication truly a one of a kind come take a look no trades will sell for 500 without motor and torque converter”
Needs a closer look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/629712947520508/
“1949 willys jeep with trencher, trencher was working when this got parked. The body is in pretty good shape just been sitting under trees for couple years. Beside the trencher and body it need some work. Tires air up though and she will roll. Has 4 speed transmission. Everything is there for the trencher. Good project for someone looking to redo an ole willys jeep.”
Joe in Mesa shared this one. Looks like a good price.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/347247479519866/
“1951 Jeep Willy’s CJ3, Buick 255 V6 conversion, it’s a runner, super fun jeep, ready climb a mountain”
Has some dings, but it appears to be a solid, pretty stock CJ-5 ready for some jeeping. Looks like a good price.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1340940959414903/
“68 CJ5 all original v-6 4×4 3 speed manual tran $3,450.00 obo”
Appears nicely refurbed. I like how the cardboard over the license plate is labeled as a license plate.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/409681776325347/
“RESTORED: 1953 Willys CJ3B High Hood 327 Motor New drive lines 3 speed running gears New paint Original body Roll bar, Seat Frames and wheels Powder coated Chassis Sandblasted and DP90d Motor less than 3000 miles Since restoration this Willys has always been garaged. This specific model was only produced for 2 years and is a rare find.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/06/2019) Could be worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/986741298332508/
“1948 Willy’s cj2 jeep. Every thing functions. Have the top just not on it atm. Great for hunting…”
If you need a little more speed, maybe this will do it.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/550516045688878/
“Willys Jeep S/G S/P etc. Drag Car very unique roadster One of a kind Chromoly cage built buy Lloyd Culp race cars Multi event winner, car is very consistent Ran 9 flat @149 with mild motor 2300 LBS w/190# driver Roller, Minus Motor/Tranny/Ignition Setup BBC 4-link rear front and rear willwood disk brakes”
It’s got a variety of mods.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1143638895846916/
“1946 Willy’s Jeep with a Buick V 6. Runs great clean title 4000 or best offe”
May be solid; looks like it has lived inside.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/680739822442792/
“For Sale $[hidden information] Willys; two sets of Tires 15×5’s and 16×5’s; 16’s new rim and tires and a set of 15×6 rims w/o tire. Runs, 134 engine. the go-devil.”
Needs work but runs.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1284719185022031/
“Up for sale is my 1946 CJ2A. Clean Colorado title. Body is in great shape. Small amount of rust on passenger side quarter where the spare tire carrier was once upon a time. Small spot inside of driver side fender. All other sheet metal is solid, frame is solid. Fresh wiring throughout. Starter could use a rebuild. Fires up, drives, shifts and brakes fine. Have new WO carb, fuel pump with primer lever and some other goodies sitting in a box that will go with it. I’ll do what I can and try to get some of these newer parts on prior to sale. Not looking for trades of any kind at this time. Price is somewhat negotiable, please don’t message me with lowball offers”
Unclear how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/469518220551689/
“Not much is known about this vehicle, besides that it would be a perfect project for someone.”
I’m not sure how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/402585757024269/
“FC 150. Mostly complete. Has some rust as they all do. We bought it about a year ago. We were told it runs but I have not heard it. Also have another cab that is in much better shape that could be bought with this Jeep for some additional money”
UPDATE: SOLD. Was $750.
This is a unique item that Roger Martin spotted. If you are a CJ-5 collector, you probably don’t own a CJ-5 chassis sporting an original Frank Zamboni-created Model FH!
“This is a 1959 FH model zamboni built by Frank Zamboni himself. The serial number is FH197 less than 20 of these were ever built. It is the high capacity model designed for outdoor ice rinks. It needs a complete restoration it’s built on a Jeep cj5 frame and Jeep 4cyl concerted to propane. It was running and being used in Lake Placid up until about 6 years ago when a new machine was purchased. At that time this one started to be stripped down to restore bc it’s such a fascinating piece of history, but have run out of time to put into it. I am going to put the listing up for 7 days no reasonable offer will be refused”
<– Day 2 Aug 3rd: Newfoundland Found, First Group Camp | Day 4 Aug 5th: Lobster Tales and Other Stories –>
The crew’s goal today was to reach Sanford, Maine.
They began the day bright and early, as this photo shows. I think we all know that it’s the Gladiator that makes the scene so impressive. They had roughly 8 hours of driving ahead of them, so, literally, they were both mainly driving and Maine’ly driving.
Today, shortly after leaving Bill’s property in Monticello, the Newfoundland crew had to bid adieu to Russ. Due to a family health issue, he felt an obligation to be with his family. We all wish him and his wife Stacey all the best in this difficult time.
After goodbye, the crew lined up for a cool photo:
Then, they began their trek to their destination, a spot near Portland, Maine. I do not keep the location secret so they can avoid the paparazzi; nor are they hoping to avoid all their adoring fans. Instead, I just don’t know! But, when I do, I will share the news! Their route should be close to the one shown below.
Here they are on their trek, a photo taken by Pete.This sure looks a lot like Alaska to me … I wondering they are sneaking back there without me? Guys? Guys … you are breaking up.
At some point, the group pulled into a cozy Walmart late last night. If you’ve never stayed at a Walmart parking lot, they are great, free places to pull in for the night. There’s even a list of which Walmarts don’t support camping, as not all do.
And, as I mentioned to Jim, the pro tip of the day is that the Super Center Walmarts all seem to have a bathroom at the rear of the store that, in my experience, is cleaner and less crowded.
Camped at the Sanford, Maine, Walmart.
<– Day 2 Aug 3rd: Newfoundland Found, First Group Camp | Day 4 Aug 5th: Lobster Tales and Other Stories –>
Joe Keefhaver shared this on Facebook. The Patee House Museum in St. Joseph, Missouri, is owned and operated by The Pony Express Historical Association. Inside you’ll find two miniature jeeps on display. According to the signage, the larger 3/4-size jeep was built from a 1950 Crosley Station wagon, while the smaller 1/2-size jeep was all custom.
This looks like a pretty cool place. Check out this exhibit:
I can’t remember who shared this video (my apologies), but it’s nicely produced one. I’m might get a little geeky and quibble with some of the history as presented, but overall it’s a video about a guy who loves his jeep.
This was Rensselaer County’s emergency jeep.
View all the information on eBay
“1962 Press Photo Rensselaer County Sheriff’s emergency Jeep and boat, New York. This is an original press photo. New York – Eugene Rist, Deputy Sheriff and Rensselaer County Navigations Officer, with emergency jeep and boat – inhalator, 1st aid, grappling hooks, 2-way radio, 45 mph, covers 30 miles of Hudson River plus Burden Lake, Snyder Lake, Crystal Lake, Nassau Lake, Deykin Pond, Forest Lake, Long Pond, Glass Lake, and Crooked LakePhoto measures 9 x 7.25inches. Photo is dated 05-17-1962.”
Mike spotted this nice looking wagon. It’s located in Mexico, but seller claims they will drive it up to McAllen, Texas, if need be (that’s about 148 miles, so it’s certainly plausible … and there are eBay protections if seller doesn’t follow through, though I’ve never actually used them).
View all the information on eBay
“Jeep Willys Rural 1959
mechanically all original,
Six cylinders, double traction, standard 3 speeds and reverse
Original invoice, Mexican.
Working well. The Engine was refreshed 5000 km ago
Model 1959
Located in Monterrey, Mexico
Could meet up in Mcallen Texas.”
Listed as a 1945, this has a mix of CJ and MB parts. The front frame rails have been modified (or replaced).
https://reno.craigslist.org/cto/d/hawthorne-1945-willys-jeep/6945972591.html
“I have a 1945 Willy’s jeep. It is good shape for being 74 years old. It still has the flat head in it and cranks right up. The person I got it from said the winch worked but I have not messed with it. 4wd drive works and the low and high range. It does leak some oil in places. It’s a fun and nice jeep. Every time I ride it around people talk to me about it. I am going to move soon which forces the sale otherwise I would keep it. It has been converted to 12volt.”