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Welcome to eWillys.com, a website for vintage jeep enthusiasts. I update this website nearly every day with jeep deals, jeep history, interesting reader projects, jeep related info, and more.
These quick searches can help you find things on eBay. People list in the wrong categories all the time, so don't be surprised to see brochures in the parts area for example.
The links to posts below show jeeps grouped by models, condition, and other ways. Some of these jeeps are for sale and others have been sold. If you are unsure whether a vehicle is still for sale or not, email me at d [at] ewillys.com for more info.
There are plenty of interesting, unusual, historic and surprising stories related to Jeeps and their owners. In addition, some of these features have nothing to do with jeeps. This link will display all featured stories starting from the latest.
Looking for parts and not sure where to go? There are a variety of large and small new and used parts sellers both online and offline.
Importantly, the allure of buying a project jeep can be romantic. The reality of restoring a jeep can be quite different, expensive and overwhelming without the right tools and resources. So, tread carefully when purchasing a "project". If you have any concerns about buying a vintage jeep, or run across a scam, feel free to contact me for help, comments or concerns .
This one has some good updates.
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/798947582311481
“1951 Willys Jeep CJ3 107500 miles 4WD Dauntess V6 3speed Manaul Headers Daul Exhaust New Tires New Paint New Battery Large Rack forBack of Jeep. Solid Real Solid No Rust Call for questions 9287167865”
Looks in good shape. If the engine is a V8, you might want to check the frame for twisting. Those MB/GPW stock frames didn’t have the strongest metal.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/247270289549336/permalink/1574183750191310/
“42 ford 9k clean Title 42 ford modesto ca 327 chevy geardriven 4spd munsi and 4×4 still works”
This may be worth a look. Thanks to TJ for sharing it.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7977073192347218
“1959 jeep Willy’s wagon 4×4 hunter package. Has a 302 with 3 speed trans. Brand new 35 mud tires. Very little rust but that’s to be expected for as old as it is. Don’t want to sell but have other things that need my attention. Price is obo partial trades may be considered.”
Looks solid.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1567360987521378
“Clean title total restoration. Garage kept original rims available 134 l engine t90 3 speed Runs great”
Based on the year and the grille, this may have been a DJ-3A.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1048100300276068
“Wicked Willy’s has a Cammed Small block Chevy engine. This thing is straight nasty torque and it will fly. As seen in one pic just put slicks on it and it will pack the wheels. It is also a beast on the street. If you wanna just cruise or go to shows you will get noticed every time. It is street legal and has a title. It is for sale or trade just message or call 60six70six008four.”
It’s unclear to me just how much value is here, but maybe someone can use this one.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clc/pts/d/woodburn-jeep-project-parts/7774270673.html
“This was ment to be a pick up and would be a cool finished vehicle. Working out of state has made it impossible for the owner to finish. The cab and chassis has a used v6 engine, front and rear end. The trans. is a 350 turbo rebuilt with truck internals. The transfer case is a Dana 300 rebuilt. The springs are new. The wheels and tires are used,. . Two pallets of misc. parts . Selling as parts/ project w/ title.
I would like to sell as a package, but may consider offers as parts. $ 3500.00 OBO.
Questions or to purchase please contact through CL.”
There could be some value here.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/pts/d/longview-jeep-cj5-willys-parts/7779751086.html
“Jeep CJ5, Willys Parts
Not sure of the exact year or model
No transfer case
Parts or Restore or ?
See pictures
$300 or best offer’
Andy shared this rare engine. I don’t know what the value of these are.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/872540944343843
“Kermath transmission in a boat motor setup using a Willys WW2 engine”
This one has some 1970s era paint styling, so I thought was worth posting despite the fact that this sold quickly for $8500.
“Customized Jeep CJ-5, older renovation but still in good shape. Has dauntless odd fire engine with 3-speed manual with overdrive. I have not owned long and don’t know a lot about it but enjoy cruising around. Put a timing chain in it and new plugs when I bought it. Believe Radio works but no speakers, wiper motor needs replaced and steering is a bit loose, soft top in great shape with removable doors.”
TJ spotted this CJ-5 with a Sears Deluxe hardtop and Warn winch that’s part of an estate sale.
https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/pts/d/banks-automotive-estate-sale/7778264678.html
“956 Jeep CJ. Rusty floor pan.”
There’s value here. Thanks to TJ for sharing.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/787642459956311
“Was going to use body for my own restoration but now looking at something different. Body is mostly good but will need new floor pan. -does not include windshield frame -does not include tire carrier or roll bar -drivetrain has a rear axle (original I believe) front axle with transfer case & T-90 transmission mated to a 4.2 liter V-6. -no steering column but there is a power steering pump attached -tires are flat & vehicle will need to be put on a trailer”
This has multiple mods.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/469403949354155
“1945 Willys MB, franken Jeep. 225 Buick V6, with a mild cam. Sm 420 4 speed with a Novak front seal conversion and a Novak adapter to mate it to the transfer case. Dana/ Spicer 18 with a Novak machined aluminum oil pan. Warn overdrive Converted to Saginaw steering using a 70’s Cj Saginaw steering box, and Jeepster two hole front steering knuckle. Dana 44 rear with spool and Herm the overdrive guy full float kit. 11″ intermediate Cj drums on all corners and hanging pedal conversion. 7.50×16 tires. Not currently running, engine spins free and will fire on ether. If you have more questions please feel free to ask”
Unclear how much value is here. Thanks to TJ for sharing.
https://bend.craigslist.org/pts/d/bend-jeep-fc-project/7775268255.html
Jeep FC project.
Cab + Chasis
Original axles
Toyota axles
Transmission
NP 203 Transfer Case
Misc suspension/brake parts”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(07/18/2024) Andy spotted this DRW. No description provided.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1441841936492836
This does look to have a replacement body, so it might be in good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/455135344053686/
“New tub. not running. No paperwork as it was used on a private ranch only”
Life’s been busy this last week. I’ll update as soon as I can!
Improving the steering was one project I addressed this week. First, I worked through both Heim joints and the quick-steer, cleaning and lubing as much as I could. Then, thanks to Rob Stafford’s suggestion, I modified the power steering pump, first by drilling a slightly larger hole through the servo valve, then I lengthened the spring that controls the actuation rate. I felt this was the least invasive of the modification options.
Here is one of the links I relied upon: https://www.pirate4x4.com/threads/modifiying-saginaw-power-steering-pump-revive.2712489/. I would call the improvement drastic, but it does seem to have improved the steering. I figured making this change was easier and made more sense than trying to remove the quicksteer, which will be a bigger project.
I also spend some time looking at the rear axle, as I thought it had shifted. After making additional measurements, I concluded that my initial estimations were wrong. The axle hadn’t moved; when at the race, I’d mis-measured. Anyway, I was happy to make a dumb mistake, as it meant I didn’t have to address the issue.
Here’s a rare Howe-built Brush Fire Truck for sale. Call 704 506 0011 (leave message) – View by Appointment Only.
More pics here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/235789696606990/permalink/2456473987871872
“6-cyl. Super Hurricane Engine 4-wheel drive. Converted to Brush Fire Truck from new by Howe Fire Apparatus Company in Anderson, IN. Model HRS-F No. 10249.
It is fitted with a dual snorkel front pump from Waterous Company in St. Paul, MN. Model No. CF-3 Serial No.17739, also with rear hose reel.
Included is a 1996 S10 Frame. Frame and A.Arms have been glass blasted. All brackets and welds are removed and ground smooth. Frame has been epoxied primed. Upper and lower A.Arms have MOOG brand bushings and ball joints.
New serpentine billet specialties along with vintage air unit. Never has had fluids in it.
305 Chevy Truck Engine with new gaskets and freeze plugs – 700 transmission.
Five (5) new steel wheels 15×8 and Five (5) new BF Goodrich Silverton 288/70/R15 Tires.
Clear title. Ready to sell – $20,000.00
Must pick up (does not include transportation)”
I bought this rare Traveller brochure off of ebay, one I’d never seen. It’s printed on a heavier than usual paper, almost card stock thick. This is the earliest example of a Traveller brochure that I’ve seen. This brochure is form number 8-9-tr-60-8-1.
This brochure starts as a 5.5″ x 8.5″ brochure. Here’s the front page. The use of “Traveller’s” plural refers to the 2WD and 4WD as separate models. A 1961 brochure used the singular Traveler and did not show the 2WD with its different styling, but a 1962 switched back to the plural Travellers.
Here’s the back:
The brochure opens horizontally to reveal this page:
The brochure opens vertically to reveal the brochure’s center page (11″x17″):
Here’s the full back:
This issue of the July 1956 four-page service and parts news introduces the Power-Lok differential upgrade, a dealer installation option. A news item on page three seems a little bit too enthusiastic about the clutch adjustments, as the article claims one in three adjustments leads to a clutch overhaul (and service profits).
UPDATE: The seller has confirmed the wrecker does have “J E E P” stamped across the front.
Andy shared this FC Wrecker and jeep. It also includes other toys. I would have bought the two jeeps, but don’t want the rest of the toys.
View all the information on eBay
“Assortment of Auburn Rubber Military toys in great condition. The two large toys in the back are Auburn SaftyPlay Jeep and Wrecker.”
Andy shared this custom rig. Listed as a 1953 CJ-3A, it appears the body was formerly a DJ-3A (mostly likely a 1956 based on the 0-8 speedometer). It also has a DJ-3A convertible windshield.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1406853096655136
“1953 CJ3A Truck, lots of new parts, recent build, Drivetrain is Buick 225 v6 Dauntless Oddfire out of a 1960’s CJ5. Starts, runs, and drives good, will go 65, 4×4 high low with locking hubs, rear PTO winch, very cool head turner. NY transferable registration, looking for offers cash or check. Not really looking for trades except Ford Broncos or sick rat rods, diesel trucks. $15,000 or best offer, I’ll drive it to your house”
Andy spotted this modified and stretched CJ-2A. It does not look to me to be a 2L.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1014785693456037
“Have a 46 Jeep Willy’s truck clean green title know nothing about it comes with plow and pump and brakets for plow it’s got a twin stick pto 4speed transmission with flat head in it I’m selling it all for what the transmission is worth 1000 come get it out of my driveway all tires hold are and rolls good”
This does not have a title, but seller has a 1942 title.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1552191575714082
“Slatgrille Willys jeep, of the roughly 650,000 jeeps made in WWII only the first 26,000 were “slatgrilles” this jeep is rough with a ton of bondo and fiberglass slathered everywhere but the tub is still restorable, I have repaired much worse. It has the original axles, t84 trans and transfer case. From the front crossmember to the rear the frame is very solid but the original front frame horns have been heavily modified and need replacements. The motor is not original and total junk. It comes with a bill of sale. I do have a 1942 title i will throw in. I may trade for a less rare but better condition military or Cj2a project, an M151 project would definitely get my attention. 570 two38 1591.”
Andy shared this project that includes a new body kit, along with other new parts.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1835836466905603
“46 Willys project, complete new body with new Tub, fenders, hood, window frame, tailgate, seat frames (fronts and rear), orig front grille, new leaf springs with new U hangar bolts, front and rear axles, several new brake parts, 46 frame that was sandblasted and powder coated. I’ll post more pics when I dig everything out today.”
I didn’t notice until I was ready to post this that some of the paint is peeling on the hood and cowl. Otherwise, it looks in good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2288244318190739/
“1948 Jeep Willys , pickup, 4 wheel drive All original, new split bench seats, new headliner This truck just arrived from Montana zero rust, dry as can be Fitted with alternator and new electronic ignition otherwise completely stock ”
