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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: Still Available.
(01/07/2024) Runs and drives, so may have some value.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1304780040236571
“Runs drives stops needs front drive shaft put in was removed for transport no paper work has rust but frame is great price is”
If the floors are good, this may be worth a look, though it’s a long drive from most anywhere.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3617626295140912/
“1948 jeepster with a almost rust free body, title, seats, 4 cly engine, 60 mile from Vegas in Pahrump,NV”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(01/07/2023) This is a rolling chassis.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2381848578690555
“CJ3B (High hood)’body on rolling chassis. Very straight little rust.”
This is a project.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1431100501090918/
“Collectible & Art-Antique 1950 Panel 1964 Chassy Needs Restoration”
The fourth installment of the 1963 Jeep News shifted back to eight pages with this issue. It’s clear from the front pages thus far in 1963 that the Wagoneer and Gladiators were popular additions to the jeep line up. Each month seemed to bring reports of new sales highs.
Also interesting on page one is the reference to Wide World of Sports (WWOS) filming the 1963 Jeeporama near Boulder, Colorado. Unfortunately, I had no luck finding any WWOS episodes related to that filming.
Page two brings us the story of Noble Trenham and Dean Fisher, a pair of adventurers who went around the world in a modified FC-170. Their story includes their interrogation by Colombian officials who didn’t believe they were on a goodwill tour. The situation looked dire until they produced evidence of attending USC; it turned out their interrogators were familiar with two local boys who were also attending USC. You can read that story here: https://issuu.com/trailsmag/docs/august-2012/25, which is part of a series titled A True TrailBlazer in Trailblazer magazine (series starts with this April issue).
The article also mentioned that a book was in the works. Well, the work took decades, because it wasn’t until 2018 that a book was finally published by Dean Fisher (if there’s an earlier book, I didn’t find it in my brief searches). I just bought a copy, so I’ll let you know what I think: https://www.amazon.com/Roads-Peoples-Birds-Mountaintops-Billabongs/dp/1622881877 .
Page three of this Jeep news shares one of the more interesting DJ-3A ice cream trucks I’ve ever seen. I wonder what ever happened to it? Also on page three, the page reported that the Sareea Al Jamel 4WD Club of Indio’s annual desert trip drew 322 vehicles and 978 people!
Pages four, five and six celebrate the 60th year of the company, starting with Overland. Page seven includes a variety of photos, including a CJ-3B, which is a surprise given those rigs had been ignored by the editors of Jeep News for years!
Page eight tells the story of the “Jeep mounted band”, while a photo farther down on the page shows another example of a Virgin Islands FC used as a tour jeep (here is a different example).
This issue of jeep news included a handy index to locate information within earlier editions of the newsletter. That would have been handy to have for the regular Jeep News issues as well.
Glenn’s selling his farm jeep with a variety of attachments. You can contact him via email at glenns @ tdstelme.net (remove spaces from around the @) or through the CJ-2A Page (you’ll need to be a member). There are more pics on the CJ-2A page. Glenn also has a variety of parts for sale.
https://www.thecj2apage.com/FORUMS/farm-jeep-cj2a-1948_topic53397.html
“My personal Antique Tractor Show display. It’s very original one previous family owned, runs, drives, stops and has Willys Special Equipment, King – Sealy Governor, complete Rear PTO w/ Buzz Saw attachment. Not fancy, could use bodywork and a solid $15,000 value. I’m in hospice care and want this in other loving Willys hands. Family not interested. Let me hear from you with a CASH OFFER or a payment plan my family can work with. Like to get this done.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.
“My personal tour car, a two tone Green / White 4 Door, 37K mile and very dependable. Mostly original, paint shows age. One of the better last edition Willys cars available. A solid $10,000 value. A Kansas parts car is included. I’m in hospice care and would like to get this into lovin’ Willys hands.”
Thanks to John for spotting this CJ-5. Looks in good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/678852904064501/
“1959 Willys CJ5 4×4 New 4 cylinder L Head engine from Texas Jeep in 2004. 1000 miles on engine, 17,000 on body. T90 transmission, 2″ Rough Country suspension lift, 31″ Mickey Thompson Baja claws on 10 1/2 x 17 Classic II wheels. Converted to generator power, brand new Interstate battery, Ramsey winch, KC Dayliters, and tow bar. I have steel hard top and doors that are included in price. Jeep runs and drives. Very capable, all steel jeep in very good condition for the year. Needs minor wiring but not much else. Will not respond to is it still available.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $25,000.
This narrow track looks in good shape.
“1957 Jeep FC 150 truck, runs and drives, converted to 12 volt electrical system, PTO winch, selling this for my Dad,”
This has some useful updates.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/6859409364118421
“F head eng warn overdrive disc front brakes power steering line x interior.”
For the price, this is worth a look. Note it’s got some thru rust on the drivers side.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2201316710062710
“Factory dauntless v6 3 speed manual transmission runs and drives some new oem lights headman long headers rebuilt carburetor new alternator is a blast to drive oh has a cool hand crank winch on front of jeep $3000 obo title in hand”
Lots of updates on this solid looking rig.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3251484474997858
“This is a 1948 Willys Jeep, it’s got a fireball buick v6 in it that’s paired with the original 3 speed transmission with reverse/transfer case. Runs amazing. 4 wheel drive and high and low work great. Full frame of restoration, ZERO RUST! Front disc brake conversion, has some wiring gremlins that need fixed. Headlights and rear lights work fine. Solid runner! Open to trades or offers. Motivated seller, pls feel free to reach out!”
My guess is that these doors fit a CJ-5 hardtop, but I’m not sure. I am sure I’ve seen this style before, but can’t place them.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/715419610481384
“Old doors for the willy. Not sure what model they are from”
It’s got slight damage, but maybe someone can use it?
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/pts/d/diablo-cj-fiberglass-front-clip/7697111313.html
“One pc front clip for pre 1972 CJ-5. Grill fenders, hood all in one. Good shape not perfect , inner fenders included, comes with hardware to keep the fender tails tightly secured to the cowl. This is the quality thinkness for a driver jeep not the ultra thin racing version.
The new retail price for these is 850$ and that’s without the grill.
Also fits the cowl line of CJ-7, CJ-6 CJ-8 scrambler, willys, M38-A1, DJ-5, disbatch, postal, Jeepster Commando and wrangler YJ but some mods might be necessary install on these Jeeps”
This has a GPW tub, along with other updates. This also has the aftermarket angled dash.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/913012653291741
“1946 Willy’s gpw tub Gm 4.3 v6 with 4l60E Rack and pinion steering Roll cage Custom fuel tank Project”
The seller notes this is likely an MB, even though it is registered as a GPW. The engine is out of it.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/pts/d/petaluma-1945-willys-jeep/7704788760.html
“1945 or so Willy’s military jeep. Registered as a Ford GPW but my research says Jeep/Willys. Original flat head block has crack in #4 cylinder hole. I found good block and crank but have lost interest in job. I was driving Jeep until cylinder lost compression last year. Brakes just rebuilt. New tires. Original transmission and running gear. Pretty much all original with some rust and bondo. I have current registration. Selling as is and must towed (has tow bar). If interested email me and we can negotiate.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(06/17/2023) Jay’s selling this jeep. Only one pic provided.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1702534960225467
“1946 Willy’s cj2a. Has clear ca title. Will need engine rebuilt.”
There could be some parts value here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/956326185427217
“Jeep red and gray, possible M38 ,4×4, CJ5, cab rusted through, 4 cyl., manual transmission, drivetrain and running gear seem ok. No dmv paperwork. Selling AS IS for parts only. *Needs means to load unable to assist.”
The 1963 issue of Jeep News, Volume 9, Number 3, is only eight pages. I was surprised to learn on page one that the Kaiser-Jeep headquarters was established in Oakland; I didn’t know that had happened. Lower down on page one, it was interesting to see that despite the new name (Kaiser-Jeep), dealerships were to be listed under ‘Jeep’ in the “phone book”. For those too young to have used a “phone book”, ask you parents what that strange device was and how it was used (and, while at it, ask them about the Sears Christmas Wish Book, too).
Page two begins with an overview of the Fourth Annual Arizona Jeep Jamboree, sponsored by the Phoenix, Arizona, Jeep Club. I don’t have a sense of how popular this became or when it was halted (I assume it was halted?). Page two also contains a look at some of the upcoming Jeep ads. Page three notes the expanded presence of Kaiser-Jeep at fairs across the country.
Page four highlights dealer issues. Page five reports on the industry recognition Kaiser-Jeep received for the new brochures. Lower down on page five is the story of a Wagoneer climbing Mt. Haleakala in Hawaii. Page eight contains a variety of jeep photos from auto shows around the world. There’s also a photo of an FC-170, truck, and Wagoneer with campers.
This November 1959 Jeep Parts and Service News contains a couple small notes on column shifters. In particular, there were two different steering column assemblies used on the two-wheel-drive jeeps (wagons, sedan deliveries, and DJ-3As). The full assemblies can be swapped, but the parts cannot be swapped.
John shared this modified truck. It includes an overdrive.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1012785993287576
“Old backroad truck . 4×4 three speed with overdrive. Not a hot rod or show truck. In-line 6 ford truck engine. Converted to 12 volts. All instruments work. Heater and defrost work. New tires less than 20 miles. New side post battery. Converted to alternator. All lights work. Steering is hard, brakes stop but need room. Diamond plate steel front and rear bumpers. New carb, fuel pressure regulator and gauge. Electric fuel pump and filter. New aluminum radiator and electric wipers.if it’s posted, it is still available. Will not respond to is it still available. No trades. Odometer doesn’t work”
This may be worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/771933138094316
“1953 Round body Willys jeep (M38A1) Was restored at one time, has sat for a while. Needs motor work but is An original sleeved motor (4 cylinder) the doors are also pretty rotted”
