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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 .
This three page brochure for a General Electric 200 AMP Mobile Arc Welder appeared in a Willys Overland Sales book circa 1950.
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/20/2018) I thought this was going to be all stock. I was surprised to see the V8.
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/cto/d/1950-willys-jeepster-fun/6532255023.html
“The 1950 Willy’s Jeepster is perhaps one of the most overlooked vehicles on the market today. Restored or modified Jeepster have sold for over $45,000.
This Jeepster has a 350 Corvette Engine with an Automatic Turbo 400 transmission. New brakes, top, seats, gauges, and additional parts.
Easy and fun to drive!
The Jeepster runs and drives great and always brings a BIG “Thumps Up” wherever she goes.
Willing to accept a reasonable offer or interesting trade.”
This has a rare DJ-3A dry gauze air filter.
https://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/cto/d/1946-willys-cj2a/6556359219.html
“Selling a 46 Willy’s cj2a, 4 wheel drive works, wipers, lights and gauges work! Has winch needs new cable, has bikini top and a lot of specialty tools and extra parts! Starts right up, smokes and front end clicks! Newer seats, gas tank! Has spare tire and tow bar, built in trickle charger, gun rack, needs some work, always garage kept! 30 years on a farm/ hunting camp.”
This one was published in Life Magazine.
View all the information on eBay
“Photographer: Eliot Elisofon
Title: “Jeep Skids Across Muddy Tunisian Road”
Size/Media: Approx. 6.5″ x 8.5″ Glossy fiber silver gelatin
Vintage shot of a jeep skidding on a muddy Tunisian road in 1943 by noted photographer Eliot Elisofon while on assignment for LIFE magazine. This image was published on p.18 of the April 26, 1943 issue of LIFE magazine.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
This VEC has full floaters and the early windshield.
“Decent condition 1946 Willy’s Jeep. 3 speed manual transmission. Lots of original parts still on this Jeep.. brakes go to the floor. Will turn over but needs carb rebuilt. Not running at the moment. Needs to be trailered. Don’t have the time or money to put into it right now.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $16,500.
Seller includes pics of the restoration in the ad.
“This beautiful old Jeep has been Completely rebuilt and restored. It has been driven very little since its restoration. The original 1946 frame was in really bad shape. A new 1947 frame now resides as the foundation of this restored beauty.
The original L134 engine was disassembled and found to be within factory tolerances. It was put back together with new bearings, rings, oil pump and seals.
The engine has a new water pump, thermostat, new fuel pump, new carburetor, a new 12 volt alternator and the original 6 volt starter that has been rebuilt. and completely new wire harnesses.
Also has new seats, new gauges, new clutch and throw-out bearing, lots of extra parts! Price is negotiable..”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2900.
UPDATE: As Blaine pointed out, we’ve seen this exact type of vehicle before: http://www.ewillys.com/2014/03/07/mini-beep-kit-from-struck-kit/
“This is Jeop Willy’s replica that my dad and I built. It’s true 4×4 and is also amphibious. Has brackets to mount a trolling motor in the rear to take in the Lake or stream. Has high and low range gears. Kohler gas motor, fun to use around the farm or camp. Has receiver hitch as well.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/03/2018) Has many updates.
https://modesto.craigslist.org/cto/d/1946-willys-jeep-cj2a/6557768878.html
“It’s a ’46 Willys CJ2A that features the following….
*Freshly rebuilt Buick Odd fire V6 with a Pertronics ignition and Advance Adapters Headers.
*Ford T-18 transmission (4 speed) with a T-20 transfer case
Dana front and rear end with 4.10 gears. (Does 60 easily)
*13 gallon fuel cell + 10 gallon tank under passenger seat
*Separate 12 volt fuel pump (just in case)
*All new dashboard and Autometer gauges
*Line-lock parking brake
*Warn 8000lb winch
*AM/FM Stereo + CB
*Tool Box
*Winter Top & Bimini Top
Plus a bunch of extra parts and stuff.
Pretty much everything has been replaced or repaired”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $21,000
“Selling a restored WWII 1942 Jeep GPW (Ford). Starts and runs perfectly. Repro Ford script tub on original GPW frame, less than 300 miles on professionally rebuilt GPW engine assembly with F script cylinder head. GPW marked transmission with F script top cover. Early GPW bell housing, GPW/Ford marked transfer case and axels. Most small parts correct. Original WWII combat rims with new tires, tubes and flaps. New 6v battery, rebuilt generator and regulator. New GPW marked radiator, coolant is waterless Evans anti-freeze so cooling system will not rust. Repro M31C pedestal mount, original M48 dash mount with 2 cradles. Comes with canvas top, other canvas accessories and a Beechwood heavy vinyl Jeep cover. Can send more pics upon request”
Sounds like it has some old school updates.
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/cto/d/1953-willys-jeep/6555662047.html
“350 Corvette engine. 4-speed manual. 4WD. Front locker. New BFG all terrains. Garage kept for most of its life. Paint still looks brand new. Has a bikini top and soft top. Front bucket seats, rear bench. Tow bar.
A really nice jeep in its heyday but has been sitting for 15-ish years. I had it running and drove around the block about 1 year ago but has been sitting since. It does need some work as reflected in the price (fully updated and driveable Jeeps like this go for $14,000+). Built by my uncle before 4wheelparts existed so you will have to spec parts on your own.
Needed immediately: front and rear leaf springs (flattened out), bump stops, and maybe shocks. Drum brakes need a good flush and bleed. Will take a little go-juice for the carb to get her running but then she purrs.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
(03/31/2018) This has a replacement body.
“1947 Willys CJ32A Jeep ~ Serviced, running and driving. {{{{$600.00 Price Drop Before Monday 4/2}}}}
– Original signed DMV Vehicle Vessel Transfer and Reassignment Form included. (Ready to sign over to new owner)
– Original Bill of Sale and all service and part records kept. Original 6V wiring in superb condition.
– No CA Registration or Title / Post War Release ~ No farm use.
– Transmission and Gear box / 2×4 + 4×4 working properly.
– Includes 2 Extra Original Wheels + M1 Rifle Mount
NEW
– Clean Engine + All New Spec. Soft Steel Body / Dent Free – Matte Olive Drab Powder Coat
– Tires / Shocks / F+ R Leaf Springs / Brakes, Drums, Shoes, E + Park + Hubs / Carb + Exchange
– Full Lubrication + Filter / Spark Plugs / All Wheel Cylinders / Ball Joints / Spring Plates
– Head Lamps / Turn signals / Tail Light Assemblies / Clutch Press Plate / Master Cylinder
– Shackles + U-Bolts / Gas Tank + Float Assembly / 1/8 Copper Feed to Glass Pump + InLine Filters
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Has some updates.
https://jonesboro.craigslist.org/cto/d/1947-jeep-cj/6555144210.html
“2.3 ford 4 cylinder adapted to 3 speed manual,dana 18 transfer case,narrow Trac cj axles 4.56 gears with rear locker 4 wheel disc brakes,..35 12.50 15 cooper tires near new…..power steering …even has a title that ill be getting back in a few weeks,just putting it on here to give you something to drool over in the mean time….if you want it you can leave earnest money on it and when the title comes in bring the remainder and enjoy”
Lots of bling up front.
https://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/d/1962-willys-truck/6538980252.html
“Willy 1962 V8 350 ,aitomatic firm 10,000”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
I thought this looked like an MB, but Dexter saw more GPW in that mount. It also has a plow.
“Although this Jeep looks like a civilian model because of the grille, don’t be fooled. The Jeep is an mb/GPW it has an mb/gpw frame, body, suspension, axles, and steering mechanics. These Jeeps go for up to 25k restored and if you don’t believe me do your research. I’m selling the Jeep because I’m working on 3B project.
The Jeep:
– Runs
– Drives
– hi/lo works
– 2wd/4wd works
– Plow function properly
– Has a heater
– New brake lines
– Needs body work, but solid still
Willing to deliver.”
UPDATE: The year has been confirmed as 1963. Kelly cab has some value.
https://porthuron.craigslist.org/cto/d/1966-jeep-willys-cj3b/6556163481.html
“1966 jeep willys. Big project jeep. Everything should be there except the actual tub. Has a nice set of hard doors and a hard top. I have the grill and windshield frame also. I also have the title. I bought it for a project and will probably never get to it. Has the 4 cylinder, 3 speed trans and twin stick transferscase. There are boxes and boxes of parts under the top. Looking to get 1250 or best offer. Could be a really unique jeep when finished. Emmett mi 48022 might trade throw me some offers. Shop equipment, other old project cars, guy stuff. Jeep cj willys will also part out.”
Not sure how much value is here.
https://modesto.craigslist.org/cto/d/1948-willys-jeepster/6555419865.html
“350 chevy
power brakes
tilt steering
60’s oldsmobile rear end”
No pics provided.
https://jacksonville.craigslist.org/pts/d/cj2a-body-tub-willys-jeep/6554427305.html
“Have a cj2a brand new steel body tub. It has fenders windshield and tub and misc parts, call or text or email to see pics or check out. For the restoration project you’ve been dreaming of.”
In 1945, a movie called the Jeep-Herders was released. Not long after that (most likely between 2 to 6 years), several folks formed the El Dorado Jeepherders jeep club in the Placerville area of California. My assumption is that the name of the club came directly from the movie.
The internet claims that the El Dorado Jeepherders is the oldest jeep club in existence, however I could find no dates to confirm this. One claim puts the club’s roots in early 1950. By the early 1950s, there were several clubs in existence in the West, including the two earliest that I know of: the Yakima Ridge Runners and the Hemet Jeep Club. A copy of the club’s original bylaws can be found on eBay. Here are pics of them:
UPDATE: **SOLD**
Glenn’s selling this hard-to-find folding wrecker made by Canfield.
“Want to stand out at the car show this year guys? Here’s your chance, The second image will give you an idea of what this thing looks like once it’s put together I’ve only ever seen pictures of one of these before and this particular one I brought in from North Carolina of all places
This is an extremely rare Canfield folding, PTO winch included and correct for the time. But not necessarily the right one for the Wrecker but no one will ever tell the difference as it is the same brand that Canfield used and the same capacity. Also included is the extension boom”
Has a vintage roadster look with a powertrain update.
https://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/d/1950-willys-jeepster/6552870409.html
“This is a real head turner, and is a fun driver quality ride. Powered by a 4 bolt chevy 350 with a turbo 400 transmission, both came out of a 30,000 mile motor home.
New carburetor and a new convertible top. Porta-wall white wall tires, for that correct period look.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $9000.
(11/04/2018) Has a variety of updates. Gas tank is in the cargo area.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/d/1951-willys/6555620740.html
“1951 Willys CJ3A
Buick 225 Oddfire V6, stock 3 speed, stock transfer case, stock front and rear axles, new upgraded 11″ brakes front and rear, Power steering and tilt wheel, full soft top and doors. Runs great, really nice condition. Asking $9,500.”
Has updated engine.
https://eauclaire.craigslist.org/cto/d/1946-willys-cj2a/6553953968.html
“Nice 1946 CJ2A, Ford 4cyl motor, runs good. Originally from South Dakota very little rust, would be a great piece to restore or enjoy as is.”
Austin shared this one. It has a few unusual updates, including the strips along the side.
https://dayton.craigslist.org/cto/d/willys-jeep-1955-m38a1/6538830786.html
“FRAME OFF RESTORATION, NEW REPRODUCTION TUB, REBUILT ENGINE AND TRANS, 24 VOLT SYSTEM, NEW WIRING HARNESS, ELECTRONIC VOLTAGE REGULATOR, FRONT DISC BRAKES,”
Looks to have a Bobcat fiberglass body. The hood and fenders might be glass, too. Runs.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clc/cto/d/1942-willy-jeep/6557245533.html
“orignal engine runs fine , fiberglass shell”
Could be worth a look.
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/cto/d/1947-willys-jeep/6556310225.html
“1947 Willys Jeep,runs and drives,restored back in the 90’s,stored inside since”
