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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.
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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 .
UPDATE: Price bumped to $4800.
(08/15/2017) Sounds like it still runs.
“1956 cj3b, 302 v8, stick. Not licensed. used on the ranch. only used to take the kids out and scare them!”
https://chico.craigslist.org/pts/d/1956-jeep-cj3b-high-hood/6463772204.html
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/08/2017) I just thought this one was interesting.
“1956 Willy’s on 1976 Chevy 1/2 ton 4×4 . Frame shortened 38″ to match tub. Mickey Thompson aluminum wheels. 13.5-15 hole shot paddles.4spd.350.roller rockers,big cam,Edelbrock intake,carb,vavle covers,and air breather.High back bucket seats.G-Force 5 point harnesses”
https://eugene.craigslist.org/snw/d/1956-willys/6465727503.html
We enjoyed our night of camping at Oregon’s Cottonwood Canyon State Park so much that we are going to spend a second night there. We had the place to ourselves last night. The purposefully primitive camping sites (no power/water/sewer/cell) are spread out, so even if this place was full, it would be pleasant. Here’s one photo. I’ll report more on this Sunday morning.
UPDATE: This was previously published in July of 2014.
This great article from the July 1947 issue of W-O Sales News highlights the use of jeeps as ice-cream distributors and as a diaper service. Companies highlighted include Better Brands Ice Cream Novelties, Swell Time Ice Cream Corporation, and Wee Folk Laundry.
That’s a large amount of M-38s!
“1951 Press Photo Military Jeeps on field at Philadelphia ready to ship overseas. This is an original press photo. Hundreds of jeeps stand in precise military rows on a field at Philadelphia as they are prepared for shipment overseas. The vehicles, from plants all over the United States are assembled in a motor pool before being loaded aboard ships (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) (Military jeeps) (Europe defense) Photo measures 8.75 x 8.25 inches. Photo is dated 12-13-1951.”
View all the information on eBay
THURSDAY UPDATE II: Wednesday night we stayed at the Maryhill State Park, which is nestled next to the Columbia River. Unfortunately, it’s also next to a train track; and, across the river from a second train track and I-84; and at the bottom of a long hill down which semi-trucks travel using their air brakes all night. For a pretty spot kind of in the middle of nowhere it was noisy, way too noisy!!
So, we are heading to another campground, this one a primitive place in the middle of Oregon. There are no train tracks, no nearby highways, no power, and no cell service ….
WEDNESDAY NIGHT UPDATE: Good news. We have connectivity at our campground. We’ll be camping for a few days.
Now for a funny story.
We stopped to fill the motorhome with gas this afternoon. Next to the gas station was a McDonalds, so Ann walked over in her baggy camping clothes to get a little food. As she walked away she laughed and shouted, “I bet these clothes make me look homeless!”
Her knee has been bothering her, so she slowly walked there, just adding to her “look”. On her return trip, she exited McDonalds, again slowly, then paused to let a vehicle leave the drive-thru. At that point, a woman driving slowly past Ann rolled down her window and attempted to give Ann a dollar bill, thinking Ann was homeless. Ann was befuddled. She looked at the woman and shook her head and said, “no thanks.” Puzzled, the woman shrugged, rolled up her window, and drove on….
I think my next book should be titled, Yikes! I Married a Homeless Woman!
I ran across this video of some folks playing with their jeeps.
UPDATE: Were on eBay. Sold for $229.
UPDATE: Still Available.
(01/03/2018) I hope it has an updated frame with all that power.
“1943 PO Willies Jeep, original tub. After market front end, 350 chevy all new balances, blue printed. 4 bolt main, got over $10,000 in motor alone. Drives awesome. All new steering components. New brakes. This Jeep drives like a car, have to see!! Too much to list- receipts on ALL parts!!”
https://bend.craigslist.org/cto/d/jeep-willies/6461520836.html
UPDATE: Still Available.
This seller’s grandfather started the Seattle Belly Panner’s Jeep Club in Washington. I don’t know the history of the club, but I’d be hard pressed to believe it was started prior to the Yakima Ridgerunners (known for being the first incorporated club in the US). That said, by the early 1970s the club was down to only three members (none of which had a CJ-2A) so this could well be a pretty early club.
http://www.sellajeep.com/mjs/sale18/adm042/adm042.html
Up for sale is my 1947 Willys flat fender cj2a mudder/ crawler!! I inherited this jeep from my father who passed away last year who was in the process of swapping out the axles. The front axle has been swapped out already and just needs the steering arm connected. I have the rear axle with new break parts. 302 V8, 4 speed manual transmission with twin stick transfer case. Air lockers, custom roll cage, seats, dash, Warn hub quick release steering wheel, front bumper with winch rear bumper, suspension and the list goes on and on!!! This jeep was running and driving when my father parked it to swap out the axles but sadly passed away before he could finish.
Runs and drives. Has rear seal leak.
“1947 Willys jeep in pretty dam good shape for its age. Runs good. Has New radiator,tires,gauges,headlights,covered seats,fan belt,head gasket,gas tank,fuel pump.4×4 works good,also have Chilton book and maitanance book. Has rear main seal leak witch will be replaced when weather better. Wtt for swb chevy,z71,rat rod,or make me an offer.”
https://austin.craigslist.org/cto/d/wtt-1947-willys-jeep-obo/6460714804.html
UPDATE: Still Available.
Has an updated engine and seats. I’m assuming there’s a hole behind the glove box lid on the dash?
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/1949-willys-cj3a-jeep/6460492317.html
1949 CJ3A with overdrive FOR SALE 11,000.00
STOCK, NOT CUT UP, EVERYTHING WORKS, REGULARLY DRIVEN
Converted to 12 volts
Two new Besttop tops (3 doors)
New wire harness from Vintage wiring of Maine, Turn signals included
New single wire alternator
New Battery
New fuel pump
New carburetor
New exhaust system and muffler
Transmission, Transfer case, and overdrive rebuilt
Has lockout hubs Continue reading
Only the one pic.
“Pictured is a early civilian jeep, also referred to as a “agg” jeep.
Factory column shift, with working farm implement PTO.
Original color is Harvest Tan, with Sunset Red ( 4) original wheels.
Has period correct SEARS aluminum top, doors, windows all function properly.
Recent repairs/replacement componants include: L134 engine,
transmission, transfer case, drive lines, rear differential, brakes w/essential associated components, OEM wire harness, 6 volt system, starter, generator, light switch all components function.
Has working 6 volt “KEYED COIL”
INCLUDES two original willys keys.
Jeep is “UNCUT” , frame is excellent condition.
Jeep will need correct rear seat, and tool box lid. Partial front floor boards, and misc man made holes patched.
The 1946 licence plate was purchased by me.
I have clear title and registration in my name.
This RARE jeep is for the very serious collector.
Buyer responsible for pick up locally, no delivery by current owner, this shall be a”CASH” SALE, no trades of any kind.”
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/d/willys/6462125409.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,500.
Has some updates.
“Willys jeep 1949 cj3a orig 4cyl. New body with rhino under coating. Engine rebuilt;converted to 12 volt.new high torque starter.custom seats,wheels and tires.custom gauges and wiring. New clutch all new U joints .”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3300.
Has rust. Has title. Needs work.
“1951 CJ3A. 4 cyl 3 speed 4×4. Does run and drive and 4×4 works. Has indiana title. Frame is solid. Does have rust and does need work. Nothing major. 4 new shocks, Has pasenger seat-not pictured. cleaned and resealed gas tank. Asking $3300 or best reasonable offer. Won’t respond to low ball offers or play 20 questions. If ad is still up, its still for sale. NO TRADES UNLESSS you have a M170 jeep.”
No pics provided.
“24v system. Does not run and no title. Good parts vehicle. Gas tank , tailgate, gauges , axles,”
https://raleigh.craigslist.org/cto/d/1953-m38a1/6458505194.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,500.
(05/01/2017) Includes the trailer.
“1951 m38 military jeep used in korean war. Original motor has been totally redone along with the wiring. Motor still under warranty and only has @80 miles on it since the work has been done. Jeep has been in the family 40years and has been well kept and out of the weather. Make me a respectful offer”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
(01/14/2018) Has been upgraded to disc brakes.
“Willy’s Jeep runs good clean title flat head 4cyc disc brakes great tires new exhaust no trades.”
Maury met up with Lawrence, the ex-jeep mechanic who makes modified bell cranks, a couple days ago. Lawrence showed him the unusual crank pictured below. Neither man knew what it was (nor did I), so Maury did a little sleuthing and discovered it seems to be a Canadian made part, built for the M-38/M-38A1 CDN.
You can learn more at G503: http://forums.g503.com/viewtopic.php?t=80292#p463590
From the G503 site:
Installed on an M-38.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on ebay.
This May 1945 photo appears to show an MB (rather than a CJ-2) pulling hay rake. It’s curious that the jeep has “WILLYS” written over the rear wheel well.
“1945 Press Photo Farmer Uses A Jeep As A Tractor To Rake Hay. This is an original press photo. Jeep has a future in postwar America The versatile jeep, which has become known as the “Sweetheart of the Army,” has a future in postwar America, both as an agricultural and industrial machine. All kinds of special bodies, air compressors, and pulley attachments for postwar units can be used with the jeep. Here a farmer uses the jeep to rake hay. This in only one of the farm chores a jeep will do. Others are plowing, harrowing, disking, rolling, drilling, cultivating, reaping and binding. Photo measures 8 x 6.25 inches. Photo is dated 05-26-1945.”
Blaine told me there used to be some companies that convert Datsun 620 trucks to 4WD using jeep parts. He provided a few examples:
And here’s another. This one is for sale:
http://www.shoppok.com/corvallis/a,45,63757,1975-Datsun-620-4×4-Conversion—-4200–Lebanon-.htm
A comment on cargurus also mentions the use of jeep parts with Datsuns:
“There were machine shops who did the conversions that individual dealer had contracts with .Datsun were built by spencer low, southbay, quadco,northwest atv. They used early jeep components dana axles and the semi tough dana 300 tease. Early models used Jeep rear end also to keep 5 on 5 1/2 matching wheels but them the datsun rears were retained with a machined front hubs to run the standard datsun 6 lug wheel.. most conversion company’s added a tag under the vin tag on the back of the driver door sil ,quadco had stamped shift knobs I’ve owned 5 datsuns 73-79 converted to 4×4 a 76 courier sasquatch 4×4 conversion.”
Another Windshield Defroster. Was on eBay.
“DESCRIPTION: RARE NOS VINTAGE WWII-2-MILITARY ARMY JEEP WILLYS DEFROSTER DE-ICER DEFOGGER WINDSHIELD. NEW OLD STOCK!!!! VERY RARE!!! N/R PLEASE SEE PICS..”
UPDATE: **SOLD** $5000.
Might be a good price.
“Serious inquiries only. I wanna sell my 1957 Willys Jeep Truck, flatbed, 3.8 v6 motor, sounds good, runs good, drives like a Cadillac. It was restored about 15 years ago.”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was No Price.
Looks in good shape. Not 100% original.
“1948 willys original..runing good..”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(12/03/2017) This looks in good shape.
“30,270 Miles – 4 cylinder. Came from a farm estate sale in Shippensburg, PA.”
https://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/d/1962-willys-jeep-with-plow/6456904401.html
