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Anyone know when this ad was published?
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“This is an original 1942 ad neatly removed from a vintage magazine. Measure 11 by 14 inches.”
Richard is selling this modified flattie originally from California.
https://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/cto/d/poughkeepsie-1942-jeep-willys-upgraded/6832856330.html or on eBay
“Shipped in from California a few years ago…1942 Jeep has had modern upgrades and is for the individual looking to drive/use it, not for the purest. The frame has been channeled and reinforced, re-powered by a HIC equipped 12v Buick v6 coupled to a 4sp SM420 with warn overdrive.
Steering uses a modern box and linkage, shock towers moved higher and reinforced. Custom full cage, front and rear bumpers. The PRP bucket seats have been pushed back into the boxed a wheel wells for a more comfortable driving position.It sits on 33” swampers and true beadlocks. The upgrades done have been to improve on/off road safety and capability It’s a very light and easy Jeep to maintain/trailer, every time I have it at an event it’s the only one of its kind. Family wants to travel with me looking for a JK if you have a trade.”
Mike shared this pic he found on Facebook. It appears to be a lengthened and modified CJ-2A (based on the windshield). Anyone know what happened to this jeep?
This article tells the story about some POWs who were thrilled to see a jeep after years in captivity. It was published in the May 05, 1945, issue of The Wilmington Morning Star.
Make-shift water crossing. As Race pointed out, “Nectar” should be spelled Neckar River in the text.
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“1945 Press Photo Infantry Support Raft Ferries Men & Jeeps Across Nectar River. This is an original press photo. With bridges blown up by retreating Germans, an infantry support raft ferries men and their jeep across the Nectar River. Part of the famous old university city of Heidelberg, now in American hands, can be see in the background. Photo measures 8 x 6.25 inches. Photo is dated 4-2-1945.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Starting bid was $6500, no reserve.
(02/09/2019) This looks to be a nicely updated DJ-3A with 4WD.
“1960 Jeep DJ3. Currently Registered with vintage California Yellow plates.
134 ci Go Devil 4 cyl engine which runs smoothly.
CJ2a 4×4 Running gear. 3 speed on the floor with High and Low range.
Totally rust Free and no dents.
The Vin number matches the title and registration.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/d/marysville-1961-cj3b-flat-fender-high/6832555142.html
“1961 CJ3B flat fender high hood Willys Jeep, good top with no holes, PTO winch, 4 cylinder Vega engine. It runs great. It has a GM tilt column mated to a Saginaw manual steering box. The tires are 32 inch Super Swampers with lots of tread left..”
This could be a good project.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clc/cto/d/vancouver-1948-willys-jeepster/6832555756.html
“48 Willys Jeepster not running needs all mechanical, body is in nice shape. I was going to get it running, but has been parked in my shop in Vancouver for several years. The motor is seized, and I took the head off to see the pistons were rusted. I was going to pull the pistons and rering it plus a valve job, but now I need the shop. The interior is in great shape and top also is in great shape with all the windows. This will be a great driver after the mechanical is done, with a nice body.”
Seller’s phone number is included in the ad. Body has some rust.
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“Rare/ Hard to find
Genuine Willys Overland Jeep CJ2A issue 1948
This Willys CJ2A has a vintage army camo paint job. Jeep still has its original seats, wheels, windshield glass, engine, drivetrain, etc. Brakes are not working. It had a make-shift gas tank that was located in the rear of the jeep. It has been removed and will include an original fully functioning gas tank. This jeep includes a working Willys L134 flat-head 4 cylinder engine. Engine ran great last year — I have since removed the gas tank and parked it. Mileage is 72,589.
Imperfections include rust, dents, dings as pictured.
Comes complete with rare original title from 1948 which shows purchase date of 09/28/48!”
Interesting that the CJ-2A windshield has been cut down form the bottom. I don’t think I’ve seen that done.
https://bgky.craigslist.org/bar/d/bowling-green-v8-jeep/6806322772.html
“V8 with cam jeep
360 made buy American motor company
Clean 41 willys jeep title. Hasn’t seen mud yet since build was finished
Danny44 front 10bolt rear
4 speed manual shifts and runs grate sounds amazing!!!!!
Sell for 8k or trade for rzr or Cummins”
The tub looks in good shape. It looks to be a Sears Deluxe.
“WILLYS CJ3B – SEARS HARD TOP
(FOR SALE HARD TOP ONLY )
$850.00 obo”
https://fortwayne.craigslist.org/pts/d/avilla-willys-cj3b-hard-top/6828414943.html
Just the two tailgates alone might have some good value.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/537312666760161/
“You get two beds a frame, axles, and left over parts from restoration. No title. Will seperate parts just ask.”
Joe shared Wade’s ad for some GPW parts.
“$350 for Tub and fenders
$200 for tub only
$100 ea, fender”
There seems to be some rust, but I can’t tell how much.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/323199428303218/
“1949 Willy’s CJ-3A tub and fenders. Titled Jeep restoration got new parts. Includes gages.would make a great body for a mud buggy or novelty trailer”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $100.
Someone ought to need these.
“Jeep Wheels set of 4 size 15in by 5.5 wide. Civilian style will fit the following.
41 to 45 MB, 41 to 45 GPW, 46 to 49 CJ2A, 49 to 53 CJ3A, 53 to 64 Cj 3B, 55 to 71 CJ5, 50 to 52 M38, 52 to 66 M38A1, 46 to 64 truck 46 to 64 stationwagon. Excellent shape.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
(02/14/2019) Includes a PTO winch.
“This is an early series Willy’s. Three on the tree shifting with the 134 cu. in. Go Devil engine. All wiring is new. New Master Brake Cyl.; all new Brake slave cyl.; New brake lines; New water pump; points, plugs and condensor all new; new gas tank and fuel lines; new fuel pump; carb. rebuilt. PTO for the front winch.
I have the shop manual. As you can see, the little girl drives.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
(02/13/2019) It’s a project.
“1946 Willy’s CJ2A 4cyl Go Devil engine, manual trans New wiring harness, needs finished Brand new radiator. Will run and drive once wiring is finished 5 matching aluminum wheels New in package fender welt Body work is done, ready for paint. Undercoated interior Aftermarket seats Brand new Lexan sheet for windshield No Title.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $300.
(01/06/2019) TJ spotted this ad. Could be a good deal for the right person.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/478733732624077/?ref=messenger_share
“Tub and frame”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4000.
(02/02/2019) This has some PA Air guard history.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/390268365134474/
“1950 Willys M38 Military Jeep
This Jeep served in the Army and PA Air Guard. Had awesome patina! The m38 is the most sough after flat fender Jeeps.
Before we start… THIS IS A PROJECT that has had a good start.
A lot of the hard work has been done. I repeat, THIS IS A PROJECT.
-Inline 4 Cyl Go Devil Engine (non original)
-T90 Manual Tran (original to Jeep)
-Body is fairly solid. Frame is 100 percent solid. Front floor pan has been replaced and needs to be welded into place
– Have the original military wheels (two tires date back to 1952)
-Front and Rear drive shafts have been rebuilt
-New Clutch Cable
-Trans and Transfer Case Fluid Changed
The Jeep runs, and moves on its own. The cooling system needs to be finished (Have radiator and new hoses), brakes need to be totally gone over (Have new master cylinder), gas pedal not hooked up at moment. A piece of wire operates the carb to lot drive. Gauges are missing. Jeep is Wired to start, but whole Jeep needs to be rewired..”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/19/2018) Not sure how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/303131203751208/
“Selling whole vehicle but will sell parts. Hood, grill, engine block, tailgate, axles. No transmission or transfer. All sold as is. No title!”
UPDATE: Peter notes that the trip was cancelled to Covid. He hopes to try again in 2025.
Peter Heyniger is organizing a cross-the-US vintage 4×4 tour along the Trans American Trail for the summer of 2020. He’s looking for participants, sponsors, and helpful folks along the route. The tour welcomes vintage jeeps, landcruisers, broncos, and other older 4x4s. He expects that to complete all 5200 miles will take seven to eight weeks; folks have the option of doing all or part of the route.
You can learn more at his website: https://sites.google.com/view/vintagetransamericatrail2020
UPDATE: Thanks to Tremaine for supplying better pics of the CJ-2 grille guards seen in a couple of these photos.
Original Post March 4, 2019: These photos were published in the July 22, 1945, issue of the Sunday Star Gravure Section of the newspaper. I don’t think I’ve seen a photo of the jeep pulling the trailer from the driver’s side.
It feels dramatic.
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“1950 Press Photo Medical Team Carries Wounded to Jeeps in Masan Sector of Korea.
This is an original press photo. Korean War, United States Wounded Evacuation: Wounded in the desperate battle for the hill in the background, a 25th infantry division soldier was carried to a waiting jeep in Korea by medical department men. The action took place in the Masan sector on the southern front. Mountain heights and other elevations are of prime importance in this area, and some have changed hands several times. Photo measures 8.25 x 8.5 inches. Photo is dated 09-11-1950.”
Looks solid, though I wonder what is under the protective panels along the side.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/618701838592884/
“This jeep has been rebuilt. Complete with new 12v wiring, new guages, seats, tires and much more. Rebuilt 134cid flathead 4 cyl motor. Run great”
Lots of updates.
https://modesto.craigslist.org/cto/d/sonora-49-willys-jeep-modified/6830533874.html
“49 Wyllis Jeep. Has been modified to accommodate trail, four wheeling, working on property and driving around town. Currently placed on Non-Op status. Engine is 1963 Buick 198 ci bored to 225ci. Custom headers. Front differential is Dana 44, Detroit Truetrac limited slip. Rear differential is Dana 44 with Detroit locker. Rear axle is a custom made heavy duty Warn axle. Front brakes are from Ford F150, rear from F100. Transmission is SM420, 4 speed on floor. 50 pound flywheel. Transfer case is model 18. Drive shafts (front/rear) are custom made to length. YJ leaf springs front and back. Rancho shocks front and Monroe air shocks back. Tires are 34 x 10.5 Interco Super Swamper. Soft cover and doors are in good condition. Currently redoing front and back lights (wire pulled, still need to be hooked up). Parking brake needs to be installed. NOTE: Electric winch not included.”
