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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.
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 .
John shared this militarized CJ-5. Though not restored to original, it looks like this was a nut and bolt rebuild at some point. It seems worth a look given the price.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3242234996076515
“Fully rebuilt motor and transmission new tires brakes canvas top and seats. Has been sandblasted and painted about 10 yrs ago.”
Only one pic provided.
https://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/d/fresno-1948-willys/7680454782.html
“1948 Willys jeep, big brakes, Ramsey 6k pto winch”
UPDATE: This one is still available.
(09/30/2023) This may be worth a look. The Koenig half cab looks in good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/733292928607380
“A 1955 Willys Jeep Coupe hardtop 4×4 4-speed 4 cylinder new carb runs with snow plow and hydraulic lift works”
The 2A drives. The MB ma be only a parts rig.
https://billings.craigslist.org/cto/d/billings-willys-jeeps/7676193331.html
“1946 willys Jeep runs good drives 1944 parts I have not tried to start it trades welcome no motorcycles or basket cases please. 1946 is a 6 cylinder 1944 is a 4 cylinder both 4 speeds both engines are jeep engines.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(10/17/2023) TJ shared this custom camper FC-170. The inside looks in pretty good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/368375788854901
or https://pullman.craigslist.org/cto/d/moscow-1958-willys-jeep-fc-170/7677156253.html
“1958 Willy’s Jeep FC 170 1958 custom made aluminum camper 1968 302 out of a Mustang, runs Borg Warner 90 3 speed, rebuilt Spicer Dana 20 transfer case- spicer yokes Dana 53 rear end Dana 44 front end Replaced brakes-, power brakes Body is in good shape given it’s age Camper was custom made in Seattle in 1958 Princess 3 burner stove/ propane works Krefft refrig dual feed works on shore power not sure about propane Custom cabinets, new cushions 12 volt and 120 volt lights The Jeep runs and drives but best to transfer on a trailer which I can drive on for you”
UPDATE :**SOLD** Was $4000.
It doesn’t run at the moment, but is supposed to have a solid body.
“Universal CJ5 Open Body is in good condition – no known rust. PTO winch and built-in tow bar on front bumper. Been stored under cover during present owner +/- 10 years. Comes with new Solex carburetor purchased through Jeepsterman recently. New 6 volt battery. Odds are good that it will run when replaced. Ran previously. Back bench seat included.”
This drag jeep has a fiberglass Bobcat body.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/190540524085876
“Nice drag car with slicks and paddles. Well built sounds awesome. There’s been alot of money and time put into this ride. Has a built 350 with th400 narrowed 9″ rear B&M shifter to much to list. If you look at it you’ll buy it. 6000 or offer.”
This project includes a variety of parts. It’s a later model body (big speedo hole).
https://bakersfield.craigslist.org/pts/d/ventura-jeep-cj3b-and-parts/7672435600.html
“cj3b jeep lost papers for parts or restore hard to find in this condition with ex jeep parts .
T 18a tranny and danna 20 T.C
NP 435 tranny ford
danna 20 T.C with adapter for auto tranny
bell housing jeep 6 cyl.
bell housing jeep V8
YJ grill
jeep gas cans 3 and parts”
There may be some value here, but hard to tell how solid the body is.
https://kalispell.craigslist.org/pts/d/kalispell-1963-willys-wagon/7667287595.html
“Reduced price. Willys wagon, has adaptor for chevy motor. does not have a motor currently. no seats, body is in pretty good shape. Has glass and window garnishings”
This 8-page edition of Jeep News showcases a wide variety of Surrey and FC stories. There’s an interesting story about a group of five adventurers from Brecksville, Ohio, who planned to drive an FC-170 with a camper around the world.
This CJ-2A featured prominently in this series of family photos. You can find the photos on this seller’s ebay shop.
UPDATE II: You may remember that back in May we discussed Sterand vs. Sternad and the fact that a vehicle called the Sterand made in 1902 was making the rounds on the internet, but that it was actually a Sternad from 1917…..
Well, this https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/657343822895942/ popped up on my FB feed yesterday. Listed as a 1902 Sterand in the ad (and available for $325k), I inserted myself into the discussion with my “expertise” only to learn that the seller has a title listing his vehicle as a 1902 Sterand and that his isn’t the 1917 version. Wait, what?
Moreover, if you compare the seller’s vehicle to the one in the postcard, you can see the seller’s vehicle has at least one difference: the seller’s vehicle has a cylinder part that doesn’t exist in the postcard version. Maybe someone else can better sort out the history behind these two almost identical vehicles.
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UPDATE: The correct name of this vehicle is Sternad not Sterand, built by Anton (Andrew) Frank Sternad in 1917. As Mark notes in the comments, there is more information on it here: http://coachbuilt.com/bui/s/sternad/sternad.htm
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Originally published May 5, 2023:
Merlin mentioned this vehicle (and article), called the Sterand Loco, in a Facebook post. Various sourced indicate it was built in 1902, but he felt it looked more like a 1920s build. I agree with him, that it is a cool car, but I am not steeped enough in early car history to know for sure when it might have been built.
After some internet searches, I found the engine was consistent with 1902 (a Rutenber 4 cylinder engine). However, after Googling and checking newspaper articles prior to 1920, I could not find what I felt was a definitive source for the date of the vehicle’s creation (no info on why it is called a Sterand or any promotion surrounding it’s inception). The most I could find was a postcard (from this website) that discussed what the article stated.
Still, it’s a cool car.
I’m looking for a set of FC seats or even just seat frames (I’ll likely be recovering them so they match the tour jeep bench seats in back). My goal is to convert tour jeep’s seats back to the original style of seats as a part of capturing a little more of the original feel of the tour jeep.
This looks like the initial one-screw style of Free-Lock Hubs: http://www.ewillys.com/2021/09/09/free-lock-hubs/
“Working on selling parts for my dad who is 82 years old. Is a bit tough to get information because of his memory. I will do my best. He says he bought these hubs for his 1946 Willys Jeep years ago. They seem to be in fine condition. He has had his parts stored for a number of years.”
Looks in reasonable shape.
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/d/cedar-glen-willys-jeep-cj-2a/7675970245.html
“Very cool Willys , runs like champ ! New trans, fuel pump, shocks, manifold, carburetor, wheels, tires, battery, 12 volt system.”
Derek posted this 3B to FB. It looks like a nice jeep.
“Frame up restoration about 15 years back. 12 volt, electronic ignition, overdrive, aftermarket heater. Looks and runs good. Have some spare parts as well including a Fisher plow set up minus the blade. Located in Falmouth, Massachusetts. Titled, registered, and inspected in Massachusetts.”
This is listed in Montana, but possibly stored in Wash State. It appears solid.
https://missoula.craigslist.org/cto/d/bonner-1946-willys-cj2a/7676676499.html
“For Sale – 1946 CJ2A Willys with clear Title. $14,500.00 It is 100% original. This has been completely disassembled, sandblasted and rebuilt. Frame was sandblasted, Por 15 Primer used before painting. Tub is original and has American Made repair parts. No Juan MD or and foreign parts are on the Willys. Transmission, Transfer Case, Front and Rear Differential have been rebuilt. Engine was rebuilt at a previous time. Engine starts right up and runs smooth and uses no oil at all. New Leaf Springs, Brakes, Brake Lines, Tires and Wheels are original and have been sandblasted and Powder Coated. New Seats and Cushions. All the gauges are reproduction American Made. The Speedometer is original but does not work (you will not break the speed limit). Much more that I cannot remember it all.
I do have a Snow Plow that is original for the Willys CJ2A. It is located in Washington State and can be easily retrieved.
This is a reliable, fun Willys to go around the mountain roads of Montana or anywhere else. I always get the High 5 or Thumbs up when I am out and about.
I do have lots of picture of when it “
TJ shared this 3B for sale. Rather than being military, like the seller suggests, it more likely has got a replacement body.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/947570210342181
“1964 Kaiser /Willys high cj3b hood runs good needs tires and I believe it was originally a US military vehicle ”
This runs and drives.
https://kalispell.craigslist.org/cto/d/kalispell-1952-military-m38a1-jeep/7679849677.html
“1952 Military M38A1 Jeep runs and drives. This is a barn find in very restorable; unmolested condition.
It has surprisingly solid sheet metal with very minor rusting.
Hs correct windshield on it with new glass and rubber.
Tires and wheels seen in photos have been removed. Will have rollers on it. Can provide as set of the original correct 16”military wheels for $399.00
This jeep is 69 years old. This has value to collectors of military vehicles; because it would be a relatively easy restoration; considering its condition.
I can text or email video of the motor running.
Asking $3,900.00 “
This appears worth a look.
https://moseslake.craigslist.org/pts/d/moses-lake-69-willies-jeep-for-sale/7677545080.html
“69 willies has chev 350 runs good no idea on mileage. Good tires great project.”
Unclear just how much value is here, but the body seems in pretty good shape.
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/d/hemet-project-jeep/7677777337.html
“1946 cj2a project. All parts I have included.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.
Mike share this truck. It seems like there’s value here.
“1949 Willys column shift Pickup with rear tank and snow plow. Timkin rear. It is located in Central Valley NY. Has good floors and sheet metal. It has an F head engine swapped in. My friend’s father died and he had it running last year. Gas tank is on the seat inside. No brakes and no tail lights. It is a 4WD vehicle. There is no registration that we can find but the serial number tag is there and he will provide a bill of sale. The tank on back goes with the Willys as does the snow plow blade. He is including a 9 hp Briggs and Stratton Industrial generator in this price. Cash only at pickup.”
Here’s an odd one.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1297866277600228/
“So, this has been in my family for quite a while. Believe my great grandpa ‘created’ this back in the 80’s and would mainly use it as a hunting vehicle. To my understanding mostly all the exterior is fiberglass, cab space is mainly sheet metal, engine and chassis are from an old jeep (willys jeep or jeep CJ) sometime in the 1940’s-60’s. Price is OBO, if you think you have any info on the chassis and engine based on the pictures let me know, I would like to learn more about it myself. Have the cylinder head and other parts but are in kind of rough shape as you could assume”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5500.
(10/28/2020) Lots of clearance for the F-head in this CJ-2A.
https://butte.craigslist.org/cto/d/dillon-1948-willys-jeep/7675122149.html
“11inch drums an f head motor. Cj2. 6000 or trade for street bike no project bikes or classic muscle car in runing driving condition”
Engine is stuck.
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/865529394886068
“1949 Jeep Willys Jeep CJ3A. Been sitting since early 80s, have Dana 25 axles to swap with a willys wagon frame. The willys is 100% complete down to the key and 6v battery from the 80s. The motor is currently stuck but has been bathing in mystery oil the last few months. It was parked due to front axle situation. No title but your local tow yard can get you one for cheap. The frame is solid however tub has some rot, which is reflected in the price. If you are looking for an unmolested project, here is your chance! ”
