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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 .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
The price aside, this is one of the nicer bed-trailer’s I’ve seen.
“Super cool and clean 1953 Willys Pickup bed trailer. The real deal. NOT a pickup cut off, but a pickup bed on custom made trailer frame. No rust and super straight. Custom fabricated bed rack with rear swinging gate. Great as a Jeep trailer, off road trailer, camping trailer and utility trailer. Have something that no one else has. Brand new: off-road AT tires, wiring, lights. $3500.”
Seller is parting out this 2A.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/pts/d/queen-creek-willys-cj2a-parts/6871745955.html
“Parting out Willys cj2a. tub, frame,trans., rear end etc”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $11,000.
(04/08/2019) It has a custom frame with a fiberglass body.
“This is a custom Willys Jeep! 2 Piece fiberglass body! Custom built tube frame, GM axels, Ford 3.8 fuel injected engine. Automatic trans. The body has been sprayed with Zolatone. The wheels and tires, shocks, seats are new. Needs nothing very dependable. Took to the Dunes last weekend! 2 wheel drive. New blue-tooth stereo. Great for car shows, beer runs and all around fun. Not interested in trades. Registered as a 2005 special construction, no emissions.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2750.
(04/18/2019) Includes lots of parts. The column shift has been replaced with a floor shift.
“Overall Good Condition
Frame and Body has been sandblasted and primer
All Parts in boxes
Great Project to Put back together
Maybe missing some items
Windshield is a CJ-3A
Clear Title
See Pictures for condition and whats included
$2,750.00 or best reasonable offer”
Blaine found a set of NOS Perfect Circle hubs, which look to be private-labeled versions of the Selectro hub manufactured by Dualmatic. Unfamilar with Perfect Circle, I wondered why the company would private label a set of hubs.
It turns out that Perfect Circle had been a leader in the development of piston rings for several decades. In 1963, the company was purchased by the Dana Corporation. It’s possible that relationship led to the private labeling of the hubs. (Read the whole Perfect Circle history here)
These particular hubs should fit the Dana 27 axles, as that was the standard axle on early Scouts (but I’m not expert on the Scouts).
We’ve seen the above hubs branded under multiple names, including Dualmatic, Selectro, Perfect Circle, Free-Lock, and others. But, where did the hubs originate?
Unfortunately, as this point I only have theories rather than actual answers. One theory is that they were developed by Free-Lock, but not patented, prior to Free-Lock’s demise. Somehow, Dualamatic/Husky ended up with the hubs (probably purchased Free-Lock’s assets) and then Dualmatic manufacturing them under the Free-Lock brand, then other brands.
My second theory is that the hub is based on this hub patent from Clark Peterson in 1955.
It has the spring system and It appears the entire top of the hub twists. But, there are some differences. The central bolt does not exist to hold the hub in place, instead side bolds secure the top. Maybe someone who has a set of these hubs can compare it to the hub design above? Below is a schematic of a Dualmatic hub for comparison.
This 2-page Car for all the People ad was featured in the Saturday Evening Post on December 21, 1946, pages 56 and 57. You’ll notice the ad has “Makers of America’s Most Useful Vehicles” phrase (the prequel phrase to “The World’s Most useful Vehicles”). it also has a Willys-Overland badge. I’m working on documenting when that bade comes and goes.
On the cover the magazine was a Main Street Christmas scene that included, at the bottom right, a tree tied to the top of a jeep.
UPDATE: Back on eBay at a relatively good price.
View all the information on eBay
“This is an ORIGINAL 1942 VINTAGE MAGAZINE PRINT ADVERTISEMENT For the BELL & HOWELL Filmo Movie Camera!”
Seems worth a look.
https://humboldt.craigslist.org/cto/d/eureka-1947-willis-jeep-cj2a-for-sale/6872276129.html
” have a 1947 willis jeep I have been restoring turned 12 volt, electronic ignition upgrade,new intake manifold, new exhaust manifold and exhust all the way back.new gauges , new fuel tank and recently added padded roll bar and mutch more to tell. must see.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
(12/09/2018) Appears worth a look.
“1945 Jeep willy, 327 small block engine…lots of extras $6,500.00”
UPDATE **SOLD** Was For Trade.
It’s been stored a couple years.
“Wanting to trade my 1948 cj2a for 2 door v8 car from 1960s. Preferably a ford. Just getting it out of storage. Last driven in 2016 cool April nights and then parked. Just seeing if anyone interested”
Need some work. Has an f-head. Can anyone indentify the branding on the front hubs? Kind of looks like Speedo or something similar.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/scz/cto/d/felton-1947-willys-cj2a-jeep/6871670186.html
“1947 Willys CJ2A, F Head 4 cyl from a 1955 Jeep, T90 3 spd, Dana 18, Dana 25 frt, 41 rear with 5.38 gears. New battery, carb, spare transmission and transfer case and driveshafts, brand new tires and wheels, new seats, brand new Rancho 1” lift springs, have original windshield and factory wheels, roll bar. Was going to restore it but am going a different direction. It’s a project but it’s close. Tub not rusted out just a little dented here and there. $4,000 obo.”
Is this a factory option or period correct aftermarket option or something that was added later?
https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/pts/d/gaston-1951-willys-wagon-complete-roof/6871937160.html
“complete with all components.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $300.
Seems like a good price.
“Complete replacement floor pans for willys M38a1 military jeep or pre 1971 CJ-5 jeep. $300 for all (will not sell separately). Set includes everything that is pictured.
Floor pans are powder coated Olive drab green.”
UPDATE **SOLD** Was $2500.
Not sure how much value is here. No description provided.
It hasn’t been started in a few decades. But, it looks solid.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1191051997729060/
“Antique Willy’s Jeep, one owner. Ready for restoration. Hasn’t been started in 30 years, Everything worked when stored. Always stored inside. Mileage reads 36,000. It’s more than that but unknown. Flathead 6 with 3 speed manual transmission, high/low range 4 wheel drive.”
Video of US Soldiers in England cutting and installing wire cutters.
UPDATE: Yesterday when I looked at the article, I am pretty sure Jeep was listed #1. I just looked again and now Jeep is #2. Hmmmm ….
Thanks to Brian for sharing this. According to Forbes Magazine, the hottest collectible car or truck is the jeep [edit … 2nd hottest]. I’m not sure how Forbes measured that result. The problem is that this article is moreclick-baitish than a heavily researched analysis. (and, yes, the article starts with the phrase. $8,800 …)
https://www3.forbes.com/business/the-hottest-collectible-cars-and-trucks-you-can-buy-for-under-10000-ifs-3-nb/?slide=9
I won these two brochures on eBay. I’ll share them once I receive them.
Someone is hoping to find this toy jeep or a similar one.
https://raleigh.craigslist.org/wan/6854582502.html
“I will pay any reasonable amount for this Jeep or one just like it.My Dad brought it home from France after WWII.”
UPDATE: **SOLD**
It’s powered by a Ford 9N Tractor engine.
“Rare Military Classic Vehicle.Matching #s tub and frame,i do have the motorpool replacement motor.At present time it is powered by a freshly rebuilt Ford 9N tractor motor.Front and rear diff have been completely gone through.All new brakes/hardware/lines/master cyl.Still needs to be finished.Steering box has been rebuilt.$15,000 or best offer.May be interested in a trade of whatever.No motorcycles or boats”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000.
Looks solid. It has a reproduction tub. It also has been updated to 12 volts and has some other non-stock parts.
“BEST WILLY’S JEEP FOR THE MONEY YOU WILL FIND IN NE!
Full off body restored Willy’s. Registered as a 1946 CJ2 has new universal steel tub and CJ 3 windshield.
Runs great no rust. 12volt system Always garage kept..
Prof. Rebuilt starter installed last month.
Registered and drive it every week! Only thing it needs are the items that you want to update and customize for your taste and use.
Price is $7,000 because I now have a 45 MB military Jeep I want to put my efforts into. My new distraction with the MB is your gain as I need room in my garage.
No Scammers or tire kickers. If you know and like Flat fender Jeeps this is a great one to have for joy riding shows and parades, father & son project.”
Steve shared this video of troops loading jeeps and other vehicles onto an LST.
This ad appeared in the Heppner Gazette Times (Oregon) on April 23, 1953.
UPDATE: This is a first edition of Jerry the Jeep, but it isn’t in very good condition (and very high priced).
“RARE VINTAGE old Children’s book JERRY THE JEEP post WWII FIRST EDITION EDITH THACHER HURD
“Jerry the Jeep lived in a big Army camp. He was a new jeep and a strong little jeep but he was always doing things that he shouldn’t. He went down hills when he was supposed to go up them. He blew his horn “peep-peep” when nobody wanted it and he was always dropping nuts and bolts like a ………”
book measures about 9 1/4″ by 10 1/2″”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
(11/26/2018) Could be worth a look.
“Engine: 4 cyl. (2.2 L) 134 CID ‘Hurricane’ F head Trans:. 3 spd.(forward) manual (T 90) Axles: Front: Dana 25 Rear: Dana 44 Vehicle is fully functional and has been used for off-roading. Vehicle is rare and price is firm.”
