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1954 Photo of Aero Jeep Airborne Prototype

• CATEGORIES: Airborne Lightweight Jeeps, Features, Old Images This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: These two pics are currently on eBay.

  1. 1954 Willys Aero (Bobcat) Airborne prototype (From front):
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  2. 1954 Willys Aero (Bobcat) Airborne prototype (From rear):
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  3. (Reproduction) Aero Bobcat Spec Sheet.
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Original post 2014: This is a collection of Aero Bobcat Airport jeep photos. A couple may still be on eBay

1. “A vintage 1954 original photo depicting Willy’s Aero Jeep undergoing test at the proving grounds at Aberdeen MD. Original press stamp and caption with a JAN 8 1954 stamp date are on the verso.”

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1959 CJ-5 Petoskey, MI **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9900.

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“I purchased this Jeep from the nephew of the original owner. He did a complete refurbishment of the body, frame, and interior. The engine was rebuilt about 7000 miles ago. All brakes and lines were replaced. New Best Top installed. Since I’ve owned it I’ve done the following;
New Tires
New Fuel Pump
Installed Electronic Ignition (I have the points and condenser)
New Starter
New Head Gasket
New Exhaust Manifold
Rebuilt Carbeurator
New Plugs, Cap, Rotor
New Plug Wires

It is always stored in the winter. I just pulled it out of the barn last week and it started right up. Runs great and goes down the road at 45 no problem. It has the original owner’s manual in the glove box, too. Please email with any questions. Asking $9900 obo.”

 
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1950 CJ-3A Fairmont, WV **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.

(05/02/2019) Has some updates.

“1950 Willys. 4 wheel disc brakes. Rock crawler automatic transmission and power steering. Half cab or open with roll bar. 2 sets of wheels and tires. Air conditioning, V6 engine with headers and new dual exhaust. 12000 lb winch. $10000 or trade.”

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1953 CJ-3B Othello, WA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.

Has updates.

“350 motor 4 speed with 30% overdrive twin sticks. 5:38 gears arb air lock rear and lock right front. Custom solid frame. And a lot more. Runs good and goes anywhere!”

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Mini-Jeep Naselle, WA $2347

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TJ spotted this neat little mini-jeep.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2571199966283496/?ref=messenger_share

“You have to see it. Lights Horn and Siren all work. Built on a Riding Mower Chassis. This would be great for Parades and shows. 6 speeds forward and 1 reverse. I know the right person is out there and wants it.”

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1947 CJ-2A Orofino, ID $4500

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $4500.

(03/25/2019) May need some more work.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/376584399734572/

“1947 Willys cj2a 68000 miles
All origional except for tires and wheels. Bought to restore, but isnt fitting in health wise. Starts and runs. Have some new parts. Asking what I paid. Clear title.”

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1942 Flattie Ellensburg, WA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500

(03/15/2019) Marty spotted this old school build with a Bobcat hood and some min-terra tires.

“42 willys with a 350 fiberglass front end, runs good, needs tinkering with finishing touches”

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1957 FC-150 Independence, KY $2500

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $2500.

Brandon’s selling this project FC-150. Contact him at 502.727.3657.

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1948 CJ-2A Bend, OR **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.

Does it run?

“48’ Jeep Willys great fixer upper or ranch rig. Has new breaks and good tires on it”

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1944 GPW/CJ-2A Pittsburgh, PA $4000

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It’s a mix of projects.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2152068434882436/

“Willys jeep for sale. Restoration started, comes with extra parts, and title. Engine and trans are Ford GPW! Jeep sold complete as is. I will not part out. Stored inside”

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1962 M-151 Crate Engine and More Blairstown, NJ $850

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Seller has other crated M-151 parts and some MB parts.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2166294866823048/

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“1962 Mott M-151 Complete crate engine for 850.00 . I have crates and boxes full of original parts for a 1962 M-151 and 1945 Willy’s MB available. Whip antenna ..MP light.. Heater’s for both .. two mounted whells & Tires.. radiators for both.. new top for a M-151 ..lights carbs distributors .. Netting … Willts MB top shifter plate with shifter handle complete…To much to list call text or message me with what your looking for or buy everything and you can resell it .. I have to many projects going on to individually list everything… You know how expensive these parts are when you go to buy them for your Jeep’s.”

 
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1949 Triple-AAA Article W/ Jeep Pics

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A November 11, 1949, article in the Saturday Evening Post included these two pics of an Auto Club of Southern California CJ-2A.

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1948 Ad For the Nickel (found in Steel)

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This ad for Nickel (as in the Nickel in steel the contributes to strength) appeared in the February 21, 1948, issue of the Saturday Evening Post, page 78.

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1958 FC-170 Dually Press Photo on eBay

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No photo of the back included.

View all the information on eBay

“1958 Willys Jeep Truck Press Photo.
Condition: Shows edges of transparency used for reproduction and is fairly washed out (over-exposed).
Pages: 1
Details: W 10 x H 8 x D 0.1 Weight 1

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1952 M-38 Sherwood, OR $8500

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A Buick V6 174ci? Maybe means 198?

https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/d/sherwood-52-flat-fender-jeep/6877823341.html

“1952 M38A1 military Jeep. the Jeep was originally Air Force Blue when my Grandfather got it in the 60’s. He put an early 60’s Buick 174ci V6 in it. It was only used for elk hunting for a good 20 years and was always garaged. Last year it got a fresh paint job new top, tires, seats, seat belts, wiper motors(2) and exhaust. Brakes have been redone and new master cylinder. It has been n the family for a long time, just sits n the garage and doesn’t get driven.”

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1946 VEC CJ-2A Libby, MT $3900

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This is an early one (#12146). Been converted to floor shift. Has the early windshield.

https://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/d/libby-1946-willys-jeep-cj2a/6878332835.html

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“Same owner for 35 years. Always been in garage. Clear title. Is all original, with working headlights, turn signals and gauges. Glass is perfect. Three speed on the floor. Roll bar, seat belts. Runs and stops well. Drive train and 4-wheel drive work. Use it as a daily driver, sunny weekends or as a project.”

 

 
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Jeeps Parts Auction Seven Points, TX

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Fraser shared this link to an online auction out of Texas that includes some jeep parts.

https://hibid.com/catalog/165872/docs-auto-shop-live-auction-online-prebid/?g=all-categories

“Over 700 Lots in the sale. Tons of Military Parts (M35A3 / M715 / Jeep Willys) Boats / Vehicles / Mud Racer / 54 LS5/Dana 60 /Dana 80/ Complete Willys Drivetrain/ T90 Trans/ Dana20 Transfer Case/Turbo 400 Trans/Turbo350 Trans/Onan Generators/ Sun Distributor Tester/New 10 Ton Jacks/Saws/ Cat 3116 Parts/Axles/Filters Ramsey 20 Ton Winches/Industrial Box Fans/AG Equipment/Wheels/Tires Hunter Wheel Balancer/Air Bag Kit/ Torque Converters/ Brake Parts/Engine Components/ Bearings /Starters/Alternators/Clutch Assembly/Trans Jet Fluid Transfer System/ Alternator Testers/Starter Testers/Sun Investigator Gas Diesel Performance Analyzers Misc. Pumps/Motors/Gauges/ Gooseneck Trailer/ + Much More!”

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1946 CJ-2A San Pedro, CA $3000

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Has some mods.

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/cto/d/san-pedro-1946-willys-cj2a/6877598895.html

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“1946 Willys CJ2A $3000
Willys Go Devil L134 – 4 cylinder engine
T90 3 speed transmission
Model 18 Dana Spicer transfer case
Selectro heavy duty front locking hubs
Bikini top
Floor is solid
Clear title – currently licensed and insured
I purchased late 2006 / early 2007
Odometer reading is most likely not correct!
Major modification made prior to me:
Converted to 12 volt system
Wheels, hubs, etc. changed out to ‘74 International
Steering wheel changed to tilting steering wheel from Chevy Cavalier
Rear folding bench seat installed
Roll cage
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1955 M-170 Vancouver, WA $5000

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UPDATE: More pics added. Contact Angela at angela-barron@live.com to learn more. 
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1962 Wagon Fresno, CA $7500

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https://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/d/fresno-1962-willys-wagon/6876221694.html

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4 Hurricane Rims Spokane, WA $400

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Caps have some surface rust.

https://spokane.craigslist.org/wto/d/otis-orchards-western-turbine-wheels/6877996341.html

“Western Turbine or hurricane wheels. 15″ x 8.5″ wide, 5 on 5.5 lug pattern, 4-5/16 (110mm) centers. Removed from 1954 Willys CJ3B.”

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1952 CJ-3A? Plymouth, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6300.

(04/04/2019) This 3A(?) has a 3B windshield. The grille is likely home made. The dash may have a gov plate on it.

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“this willys has been restored like a restomod. all stock, but restored better than stock and built to be used. very clean work.
boxed frame
tub all restored and resealed
raptor lined tub
16 gal. fuel tank
new wiring
gm manual steering,super easy
cable clutch,super easy
rebuilt trans, transfercase
all new brake system
built in cage mount, into body.
large glass windshield
stock 4cyl., 3 spd., stock axles. runs great, everything works. could use rollbar, wipers. every inch of this thing has been touched, improved. built this with plans to take camping, then bought a ranger because smoother for wife.
Can trade for muscle car , hotrod or something a car/truck guy might like. if you have cash, i will swing you a great deal if you actually show up to buy.
there is more details, easier to talk about.
the willys is in amador county, off hwy 49 near plymouth. title is clean, in my name, and non oped.”

 
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1951 CJ-3A? Yakima, WA $2500

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Not sure how much value is here.

https://yakima.craigslist.org/pts/d/yakima-51-willys-jeep-project/6877984849.html

“I have a 51 Willy’s jeep project selling for a friend has the windshield just not picture. Has a 4.3 tbi a th350 and a np205 with a Dana 30 front and fj cruiser rear end. Has a brand new aluminum radiator. Asking $2500 OBO clean title”

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1955 Barbed Wire Distribution Patent

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A patent for the distribution of barbed metal band from a short wheel base vehicle, preferably a jeep or jeep-like vehicle, was filed in 1955 by the Acme Steel Company.

“The purpose of the present invention is to provide novel apparatus by which barbed metal band may be formed in a continuous process and distributed as it is formed in the place and arrangement in which it is to be used. A further object of the invention is to provide apparatus for distributing barbed metal band according to a prearranged plan and supporting it in the arrangement in which it is distributed. Another object is to provide portable apparatus having means for forming barbed metal band from a supply of fiat strip ma terial and for distributing the barbed band and arranging it during the travel of the apparatus. Other objects relate to various features of construction and arrangement which will appear more fully hereinafter.”

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1957 ‘Jeep’ Vehicles Help fight Disease! Brochure

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This August of 1957 ‘Jeep’ Vehicles Help fight Disease! brochure was another one I hadn’t seen. It amazes me how many little known brochures are still out there. It’s an export form, with form number MFS-8-57-X
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The next three pages unfold into a single page. But, I’ve separated them for easier reading:

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