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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 .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
(10/29/2018) This has a later 2A grille. Seller is motivated.
“1946 Jeep CJ2A with refinished tub and electrical system. Runs on International engine with Go Devil 3 speed transmission (high and low). Needs a little love and attention but will run. Seller is motivated and willing to negotiate. $5000 OBO”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $13,100.
(12/14/2018) Listed as a ’46, the serial number of 207201 and the grille suggest it’s more like a late 1948 CJ-2A.
“Army clone 1946 Jeep Willy’s CJ2A. Jeep has recently undergone a body off restoration and in our opinion considered a good amateur restoration. The frame looks to be very solid and completely intact. The body looks straight and there are a few panels inside the tub that have some minor dings to be expected for the age. The floor pans look good and solid. There are a few patches that have been made under the seat storage area that are not seen unless the storage area panel is accessed.
Over all the jeep shows very well, started right up, gears shifted and appears to be ready to go. The Jeep is a 3 speed manual shift 4WD 60HP “go devil” 4 cylinder and has a top speed of about 50 MPH. The original wheels are paired up with brand new firestone military tires to appear period correct. The odometer shows 9.6 miles since the restoration however the title currently shows 2800 Miles non Actual.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/08/2018) Rough. Has the bumper weight and, probably, a Porter and Reed hardtop.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/179975722892527
“This is a 1947 Willy´s model Jeep. My great grandfather was given this jeep by the military. It is NOT in running condition. Selling to either be remodeled or sold for parts”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2000.
(09/11/2018) Listed as a 1954, it looks like a CJ-2A. Doesn’t run. Has the Sears deluxe top. I can’t tell what hubs this has.
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/d/encinitas-54-classic-willys/6767419358.html
“54 Willys 1954 Willys original drivetrain needs TLC great project car towable package on front custom aluminum custom top and doors four-wheel drive motor not running this Jeep will climb a wall $2500”
I went over to Seattle on Wednesday and back to Pasco on Thursday morning. Just one post today.
This seems like a good idea … David Tracy compares a CJ-2A to a Roxor. Which won? Check it out:
Mark alerted me to a scam by a guy named William Cameron. Mark said William called him up claiming he had an FC-150, just what Mark was looking to buy. All Mark had to do was wire him a down payment. Long story short, it was a scam.
It turns out William Cameron is a regular scam artist. He’s even been in jail for it, though no prison time. So, if he calls you, tell him to where he can go ….
Here’s what Mark wrote me:
“He calls, says he has exactly what you need. Sounds very old, but when googling him you find he is only in his 50’s. Same scam always for the most part and he has gone to jail for it. Tells you he can not take any pics. Tells you everything a buyer would ever want to hear. His price is dirt cheap and he says all he needs is a deposit and says you can send the rest later. All the while he is coughing and sounding very old and he says he is retiring to Arizona. Google his name or number along with the words “Craigslist scam” and you would see he has taken advantage of many people.”
UPDATE: price dropped to $2800.
(12/25/2018) Marvell’s selling these two Jeepsters. You can email him at marvellsumm@yahoo.com
“I have two Willy’s Overland Jeepster (1948 and 1949) willing to sell. Frame on one is in great shape as well as the body. The original 4-cyl engine (go devil motor) is not seized. Also includes original 3 speed transmission. Willing to negotiate the sale of both. Original title for Jeepster that is primed. Looking to get $3500 for both.”
UPDATE: Gayland noted that there are copies for sale on Amazon, too.
I’m not familiar with this book.
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“Synopsis
A delightful history of the Willys Jeep written in verse. Set in WWII, this is the story of Willis the Jeep and his soldier counterpart Joe as they tend to the chores of freedom. It covers the Willys Jeep’s production history, trials against the horse cavalry at Fort Riley, Kansas and the Jeep’s ultimate replacement of the US horse cavalry as couriers and scouts in wartime. Willis the Jeep is a loving tribute that honors how the Willys Jeep changed the military.”
UPDATE: Another postcard with this image is back on eBay.
(08/01/2015) You can learn more about Fantastic Caverns here: http://www.ewillys.com/2012/11/22/bill-visits-the-fantastic-caverns/
“Springfield Missouri~Jeep & Tram Thru Fantastic Caverns~1960s Postcard”
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Roger shared both of these.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000.
(01/03/2019) Looks in good shape.
“1946 Willys Overland CJ-2A
Awesome Condition
Mostly Restored
Some Blemishes
Runs Good & Drives
Upgraded Radiator
Converted to 12v
Minor Engine Leak Below
Good Tires
Needs Starter, but will start
Electric Fuel Pump
Windshield Frame has crack
Clean Looking Jeep
Current Registration and Clear Title”
There may be some value here if the rust isn’t too bad (hard to tell with that camp paint).
https://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/d/colorado-springs-1950-wills-jeep-and/6784347652.html
“1950 willys jeep and matching trailer changed mind on this project should run ,tires will hold air for two days or so sold as is where is have titles for both clean $2900 obo”
It sounds like the seller may have dissembled/modified this since these pics were taken.
https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/pts/d/albuquerque-1947-willys-jeep-cj3a-ex/6783670952.html
“47′ Willy’s Jeep CJ3A Project. It was a well known winning ex PRO MUDBOGGER BACK IN THE 80’s . It was retired from racing and became a land mark to find my buddies 4×4 Shop for last 20 years. I bought it while back with intentions of restoring it back to it former glory as a feared bogger. It had WAYYY too much lift and made the 44″ Super Swampers look like donut spares lol so I cut out a full 12” of lift kit and NOW IT LOOKS RIGHT!
Here’s the SPECIFICS: VIN plate still on firewall so I paid thc MVD do a VIN inspection which came back clear. I also paid to have a full background check done on the VIN and it’s been so long since registered it’s been kicked out of the system. Apply for lost title with a Surity Bond person (I have a guy) and hand in all the documentation I already got and you’ll have a title no problem. Or keep it a Offfoad toy. Continue reading
That seems like a good price.
https://denver.craigslist.org/wto/d/arvada-ice-racing-stud-tires/6783480217.html
“ICE RACING STUD Tires 2 sets of 4, Bolt pattern 5 on 5 1/2 Ford,Jeep,Scout, 4 wheels and tires 29×12.00-15″ on black steel wheels 150.00, 4 Wheels and tires 27×8.50-15″on black steel wheels 120.00”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/13/2018) It runs.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/kearny-1948-willys-jeep/6785000651.html
“1948 Willy’s Jeep CJ 2A
134L 4 Cil engine 4X4
Runs needs brake work and some electrical work the interior needs work
comes with 2 tow bars and a bench seat”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1250.
(10/02/2018) Lacks an engine and tranny.
https://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/d/palisade-1947-willys-cj-2a/6784612986.html
“1947 Willys CJ-2A Military WWII Age Jeep
* Buildable Vehicle (Some Rust Repair Needed)
* Floor Boards are in Good Shape
* No Motor, has transmission
Too many projects. Would like to thin out the herd. ”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(12/15/2018) No pics provided.
https://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/d/seagoville-48-willys-jeep/6769851777.html
“I have a 48 Willis Jeep and that is guessing I really don’t know the jeep has been sitting a long time has no tires and rims on it sitting on the ground look to have original motor and trans in it and that’s all I know about it so there’s no questions really I can ask answer for you because that’s all I know if you’re interested I’ll take 1500 for it I mite do some trading what you got?”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3800.
(11/21/2018) It’s a project.
“1953 cj3b. 99%rust free. set up for sbc. includes 1962 cj3b with running original drivetrain. Also includes a complete runnibg built dauntless 225 v6 with cam headers and 4 bbl. rare factory dual tanks and heater”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2500.
(08/15/2018) Will need some work.
https://butte.craigslist.org/cto/d/deer-lodge-46-willys-jeep-project/6784515101.html
“Awesome project, some things have been done such as transfer case upgraded to the Dana 20, engine has been pulled and I have a crate Buick 231 to go in, need adapter to the t90 transmission. Just seeing what’s out there as I really don’t have much time to work on it but not in a huge hurry to get rid of it. Title in hand.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(12/04/2018) It’s rough.
https://semo.craigslist.org/pts/d/sikeston-1951-willys-jeep/6771103492.html
“I have for sale this parts jeep, the engine is an f134 for parts only. The tub is rough, but does have the transmisssion, transfer case, axles, wheels with farm tires. Does have title. I believe it is a 1951.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
(12/21/2018) Doesn’t run.
“1952 Jeep Willys, M38 (military vehicle) with clear Texas title. Only 2,300 produced. Currently not running and will need to be towed. $2000 obo, throw out an offer. I apologize for people who contacted me the first time I posted, I flew out to New Mexico for a family emergency and put the sale of this on hold.”
UPDATE: Still Available. Has a bed extension.
(10/17/2018) Has a few odd mods. Runs.
https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/d/penasco-1948-willys-jeep/6768341669.html
“4cyl ..PTO cable winch. Runs great for the year.”
This prototype looks a bit different from the finished version.
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“1950 Press Photo Jeep Developed by British, Bagshot Heath, England. This is an original press photo. A new 80 horsepower jeep, developed by the British, was demonstrated recently at Bagshot Heath, England. Larger than the standard model, the new vehicle is specially equipped for beach landings. The engine will run underwater. England, army, defense, equipment. Photo measures 10 x 8.25 inches. Photo is dated 08-10-1950.”
The Palm Canyon jeep tour is still available through Red-Jeep Desert Adventures. Red-Jeep also offers other tours via jeeps.
Here’s one of their postcards on eBay
There are still some rustic cabins at this historic mining town of Columbine, Colorado. The jeep looks to be an MB/GPW.
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