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This ad may have appeared multiple times, but appear at least once in the January 30, 1943, issue of Colliers magazine on page 29. Included below is a color version supposedly published in 1942.
This April 5, 1941, article in Colliers puzzled me. Through it, the author referred to a train as a “Giant Jeep”. I’ve never run across a reference before or after that time of a train being called a jeep. The article never mentions any reference to the newly created 1/4 ton vehicles, whose ‘jeep’ name was still catching on in the press. It also does not indicate where/why the jeep name for the train originated.
Roger Martin spotted this Structo ride-on pumper jeep for sale.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2229686610690101/
“This is an Antique a Jeep Wiley’s Fire engine. Pick up only.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“Farm jeep take off. Hard to find mostly complete Monroe lift 3 point hitch system. Includes the lift, pump, arms, reservoir, valve, hardware, leveling screw, draw bar brackets, frame brackets and more. Reservoir had clean fluid in it. Cylinder moves freely, Pump spins. Pump has a clutch on it so it runs when you need it to. There has been some weld repairs on the back of the cover. The rear cover hold down bracket has a broken piece and some weld repairs. Buyer is responsible for shipping cost. Looking for a repo MB or CJ2a tub.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6495.
Always wanted a DJ-5 that you could tent on top of it? Here’s your chance.
“Cool Classic Jeep. Automatic Transmission with 6 cylinder motor. Sliding doors. Super cool camper style Jeep with roof platform for sleeping or kicking back above the crowd. Vintage distressed exterior. Cool Bohemian Interior. Automatic, fully equipped for camping out. Seatbelts. Has tent, ladder and pullout eating tray. SO MUCH More. A true original Mail jeep with US Mail accents all over. New tires. Runs and drives great. Current tags, Smog exempt. Super fun ride. Top slides back and forth and has wheels and includes supports. Great for the beach, tailgate parties, Coachella, Concerts and so much more!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Looks solid.
“***RUNS!*** 95,000 miles, Right hand drive, newer tires, all new brake system, fluids replaced”
UPDATE: SOLD. Was $9700.
Has a few mods.
“1942 Willys Jeep For Sale
Clean, Runs Good, New Tires, Some other new parts, etc.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.
Looks in good shape.
“1947 Willys hardtop with doors like new condition color black.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
This might be worth a look. The body could be in decent shape.
“Hello! For sale is my 1947 Willy’s Jeep Project. Currently rolling, but not running, it was summer project but I no longer have the tools to finish it. The tub is from a 1947 Willy’s CJ2A, and it has the original seats, steering, gauges, and front axle. It has a larger Ford 8.8 Rear End to accompany the 5.3L LS Engine in the front and the 4-speed 4L60E auto transmission in the middle. Will be a great project for someone to finish!
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It’s a project.
https://chico.craigslist.org/cto/d/chico-55-willys-jeep/6837588647.html
“Body is straight put Toyota axles under it all brakes and shocks are new no motor have a couple different transmissions have chrome rims interior is roll on bed liner”
This ad was published in the February 7, 1942, issue of the Saturday Evening Post, pg. 31.
UPDATE: Chief Detective SteveK realized this is actually a CJ-3B. I thought it was a poorly done CJ-3A.
I snagged this 5″x7″ postcard off of Craigslist. For some reason it is depicted with a CJ-3B raised hood bump along the top side of the hood.
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $5000. Lacks front parking lights. Still work to be done (see bottom of post for list).
(03/09/2017) “Selling my 1947 CJ-2A. $9500. Located in Traverse City, MI. Could deliver.
This is a really well cared for, well preserved, near original, unmolested 1947 Willys CJ-2A. This Jeep is not a mint, off-the-assembly-line restoration with new body or panels or filler. Rather my restoration approach was to maintain the history of this jeep by preserving it in its current state, yet making it attractive, safe, and reliable, but still near original condition. This was a farm jeep from Crookston, MN (unverified) and the intent was for that character and history to remain preserved. I’ve owned this jeep for about 8 years. Last major work on it was 5 years ago. Stored indoors.
General notes:
Clean/clear PA title with antique plate.
I believe all numbers match (frame, body, engine) but would need to double check and photograph for proof.
Odometer displays 3x,xxx miles and works
Spent its life as a farm jeep in Crookston, Minnesota (unverified story from seller).
This jeep was a barn find from a widow. Her husband purchased it from the farm and stuck it in his barn in Grand Rapids, MN and left it covered, he then passed years later and the wife decided to sell. Lucky me to find it.
Only body rust holes came from some of the channels that contained wood supports but other than some holes, there is no rot, frame is solid, and there’s no indication it ever saw a road with salt. Two other holes in floor of tub were torched out, likely from the farmer to access the PTO or service/grease drive lines easier. This is part of the character and history I wanted to maintain.
When cleaning it up, I removed corn stalks from the frame, so it was truly a working farm truck.
Near all original preservation with a few safety and convenience upgrades. All components removed come with the jeep as well (e.g., 9” breaks)
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UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/11/2018) Looks in good shape.
https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/d/union-1947-cj2a-willys-jeep/6833061192.html
“1947 CJ2A Willys jeep. Older paint, rebuilt 4 cyl., new brake system with new line kit installed , steering rebuild kit and complete new exhaust system included, new BEST top. Runs great. 5700.00 ”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/11/2019) Might make a good restoration project.
https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/camden-1948-willys-jeep/6836090256.html
“48 Willy’s jeep it’s in great shape for its age very little rust if any at all pto works as it should runs good its running on starter fluid right now may need a fuel pump but it will fire right up an run like a sewing machine and the brakes need attention but it’s a solid restoration project or off-road rig or farm toy ”
Could be worth a look.
https://wichita.craigslist.org/cto/d/halstead-1948-willies-jeep/6835302284.html
“I have a 1948 willys Jeep project for sale has a 1971 Ford pinto engine that has been gone through and built for racing has a racing camshaft for the variable camshaft timing camel hump Pistons and much more”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/19/2017) Looks in good shape. It’s missing drain holes.
https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/d/addyston-1959-willys-cj3b/6823116438.html
“FOR SALE. 1959 Willys CJ3B Jeep. Completely rebuilt 4 cyl original F head engine & transaxle. Includes a new, in the box, tan top, original steel rims and door frames. Plus additional miscellanous parts. Please call or text with any questions or additional details. Thanks for looking.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
(01/21/2019) This might be a good price.
“1966 M151 Army Jeep
Have extra parts. Call Gene.
$5500.00 OBO”
Some better pics would be helpful.
https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/d/hillsboro-1947-jeep-willys/6837840072.html
“Very good condition…running good”
Floors appear patched.
https://greenbay.craigslist.org/cto/d/crivitz-1947-willys-cj2a/6835553445.html
“Good running Willys cj2a. Has L 134 engine. Is converted to 12 volt system. I just put new master cylinder and wheel brake cylinders on so brakes do work. Body is very solid .”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000. Now listed here.
(12/25/2018) Not a bad price for a play jeep. Not street legal.
“I’ve got a 1942 ford gpw war Jeep for trade. It has a 134 F head motor runs great has manual 3speed transmission with new clutch put in few months ago and a two speed transfer case. Has early narrow axles out of a 70’s ford bronco Dana 30 front and Dana 44 rear also locked front and rear. It’s got a lot of new parts like a 9000lb Smittybilt winch and new BFG KM2’s 31×10.50R15 on newer black steelies, new steel braided break lines. Has been fully caged and it’s NOT street legal only goes 35mph it’s geared low and has no power steering. (Will need to be trailered) also have a flat tow bar for flat towing.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $6500.
(09/08/2018) Has updates.
https://medford.craigslist.org/cto/d/talent-1947-willys-jeep/6837945786.html
“Super reliable, runs great!!!
New starter, alternator, distributor cap and plugs. Rebuilt top of motor and front end in 2017. New leaf springs and shackles.
After market top and optional bikini top with CJ3A one piece windshield
*4.3 L. Chevy V-6 w/ Headers and Dual Exhaust
*SM 420 Chevy Truck Trans
*D18 Transfer Case
*Dana 44 Rear Axel (1980 CJ5 w/ Posi Tract)
*Dana 30 Front End w/ Disc Brakes
*Saginaw Power Stearing
*Rancho Springs and Shocks
*Roll Cage
*Set Back Front Seats
*Custom Aluminum Radiator
*Flex Fan
*FI Tech EFI
*Aux Tank Under Seat
*Tow Bar
*Rear Full Floating Rear Axel
*Waren Overdrive”
Has a rear PTO and gearbox with shroud.
https://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/d/kansas-city-66-military-jeep-willys/6833650009.html
“Up for sale is a 66 military Jeep with a matching rear trailer all original. This Jeep has had a recent tune up and runs great. The jeep has a in line 4 cylinder engine.”
UPDATE **SOLD** Was $1500.
It’s a project.
“1953 CJB3 high hood. Runs. Has motor that needs to be rebuilt. All original parts, plus extra. Hard to see, it is in a one car garage with no room.”
No pics provided. It runs.
https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/d/albuquerque-1946-willys-cj-jeep/6836372835.html
“1946 Jeep cj model runs 4cylinder engine 3 speed 4×4 works for restoration or parts , got it for free, neighbor thought it was junk, if it does not sell for $500.00 Will sell for scrap steel.”