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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: Some custom paint, a price bump and it’s back.
(05/26/2016) When the average wagon just won’t do ….
“1963 willy wagon.new interior.wiring.paint.custum steel tilt front clip.70 4 x4sub frame. Trade for early mustang 2 t 2 or restored 58 Cadillac , or 40k .”
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/d/amazing-63-willys-wagon-trade/6336928212.html
Looks like it has some value.
https://boise.craigslist.org/pts/d/m38a1-cj5-willys-military/6339554945.html
“This is a 1952 M38A1C military jeep. it’s also a rare artillery version. This was before the CJ5 came out but they shared the same DNA. has the original hood numbers. previous owner wanted it preserved. that was my intention but the buyer backed out of our deal.
I restored and still own one of these and they are a beautiful piece of history. Vets love them. Sadly the wife says no more to my military collecting and it has to go. If she said it then it must be true.
it’s restorable or would be good for parts to finish yours. the rolling chassis has the body, fuel tank, front clip, windshield, bumper, complete grill, pintle hook, radiator and seats. The T90 transmission and Dana 18 transfer case are present but removed, and it has a rare valuable Rancho overdrive attached. Driveshafts are there. Top bows are of the CJ5 civilian era. it’s remarkably rust free on the tub, grill, windshield and fenders, except the tub was cut around the cowl and the tool box is rusted out. i’m sure the hat channels need attention. Many valuable and very hard to find parts are still on this.
what is missing: no canvas or top, bumperettes, bellhousing, no engine or attached engine parts, ebrake drum or handle, or spare tire carrier. These are still available aftermarket and easy to find.
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Steve shared this ad. It looks like this is missing the rear half? I’d say there is a little more than 10% left on this project.
“We are selling our project jeep! A little elbow grease and you’ll have a great piece of history! This project Jeep is about 90% there. Needs a rear tub and front seat. Garage kept, give us a shout to come check it out. Titled!”
https://fredericksburg.craigslist.org/cto/6299659728.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
“Project Parts i have are below. Prices are what i am selling them for separately.
– Tub early VEP tub rare – 950
– 2 gpw f mark fenders great shape-250 ea
– Gpw hood great shape – 350
– leaf spring set of 4 – 100
-lhead engine 200. Needs rbld
-axle se from gpw – 150 and 250 or 350 pr
-Late under seat fuel tank- 75
Total sold separately for $2525 or altogether for $1500
Hurry b4 someone buys something
I have paper trail and its not on dmv so easy and cheap reg. I will give u a bill of sale from me too.
U will need.
-Frame. I see them for 100 all the time.
-seats
-grill
-wiring
-and some fun guy/garage time ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
This appears to be a blend of a 4WD CJ chassis and a DJ-5 body and front clip.
“Hunting vehicle.
Jeep.
Late 1950’s modified army jeep.
Custom metal fabwork.
Runs great.
** no title **”
I tried hard to avoid my wife’s cold (even left in the motorhome for a few days), but I still caught it. So, I’m taking it easy today (Sunday). Just a few updates for Monday.
UPDATE: Heres a photo showing a CJ-3A with a Mobile Drill, before it was branded a “Jeep-A-Drill”:
A page from Dave Antram’s collection.
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Originally posted October 2017: Mobile Drilling, Inc., produced this brochure about their Jeep-A-Drill product. there were there models (100-A, 100-b, 200), two powered by hydraulics and the cheapest one, the 100-A, powered by a hand crank.
UPDATE II: It’s now red and for sale again: http://www.ewillys.com/2022/12/25/1950-modified-cj-3a-celestine-in-10000/
UPDATE: It appears this jeep has been re-themed into a resort vehicle.
This unusual ambulance jeep was shared on Facebook. I’ve tracked down an additional photo that shows it’s got a standard gas inlet on the side, so I think this may have been a CJ-3A.
This vehicle is located in Vincennes, Indiana (still there??). I’d really like some better photos of this. I’ll offer an Alaska Or Rust T-shirt and my everlasting gratitude if someone could get some more pics of this unusual rig.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3200.
At first I thought this might be a Jeep-A-Drill setup, but if it is, it’s a stronger built, later version.
“1960 Willys Jeep Truck, 302 conversion, engine does not run. Original transmission, transfer case & differentials. Purchased new by DOT for core sample boring. Boring rig, bits and pump are on truck. Glass is fair, body is decent shape without large rusted areas. Frame is rusted. Clear Missouri title. Please do not text or email, call only.”
UPDATE: Mike’s updated the price to $5500
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/d/1960-jeep-willys-cj3b/6337633392.html
“1960 Jeep Willys CJ-3B with a great running original Hurricane engine. Everything on this Willys is in working order. It is road worthy with a good, clean Pennsylvania title, registration and antique license plates. This vehicle has always been kept in a garage and all aspects of this vehicle are in good or better than good condition except for, the body which needs work (There’s rust in the usual places) and it needs a new fly-wheel which I’ve purchased but not installed.
I purchased the Willys in January 2013 from the estate of its original owner. The original owner’s primary use was to plow his home and business driveways. My primary use was to plow my camp driveway and to pull a 700-pound Disc Harrow and Cultipacker combination unit to plant food plots for hunting. Because of how well this Willys operates I believe it has very low miles on it. The odometer has less than 16,000 miles but, the estate of the original owner wasn’t in a position to certify the mileage on their title transfer.
To my knowledge everything on this Willys is original except for the new parts I installed, which are:
2013: Front & rear brake cylinders, Pinion oil seal, Ignition switch, Muffler & Tail pipe, Tailgate Chains, Gasket set with oil seals, Rebuilt snow plow hydraulic pump, Suspension overhaul – leaf springs, shock absorbers, shackles, bushings, greaseable pivot eye bolts, & U-bolts.
2014: Roll Bar, Bikini Top, Rebuilt & Reupholster original Seats.
2016: Battery cables, Carburetor Rebuild Kit, 4 new 235/75R15 radial MT mud tires.
The Price includes: Door frames (soft covered doors), Frame for soft top, Myers Snow Plow, and Spare parts.”
Buz shared some photos from yesterday’s 2017 Southeast Willys Jeep Get Together. He estimated there were thirty jeeps in attendance. http://www.southeastwillysjeepgettogether.com
This first pic is actually from Merlin Hansen. It shows Rick Palchoski (Old Jeep Carbs) holding a clinic at the event.
Here are Buz’s photos:
I like this brochure. It includes some nice visuals of the Canfield Wrecker stowed in the back of the truck and jeep.
UPDATE: Still Available.
I suspect this is a 1948 CJ-2A with a 3B fiberglass body. It appears to be a Bobcat body based on the wide rim around the edge. Could be a good price.
“Willys high hood. Fiberglass tub and hood. Steel fenders, grille, and windshield frame. New gunmetal pearl paint. Buick 231 v6 with edelbrock carb and intake manifold. 3 speed transmission. Warn overdrive. Front disc brakes. Aluminum radiator. New seats. Soft with 1 small tear in back. 33’s with a lot of tread. Overall pretty nice rig.”
https://seattle.craigslist.org/skc/cto/d/1948-jeep-willys/6335884667.html
At least one has a rear PTO.
“1946 CJ2A less engine otherwise complete + original with matching numbers + rear PTO
1946 CJ2A runs with PTO on back of transfer case.
1946 CJ2A rolling chassis”
https://westernmass.craigslist.org/cto/d/jeep-cj2as/6335693443.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1750.
This looks like a good price.
“(If you’re interested in this please call and leave a voice mail message with your name and location. I’ll call you back. Sorry, I don’t reply to texts. Thanks!)
Ford and Willys made WW2 Jeeps for the military. All parts were interchangeable. This is a Ford “GPW” chassis and has many Ford “F” script marks on it.
It has been sandblasted, primed and painted. It is clean and straight with no modifications.
The rectangular plate on top of the frame crossmember in front of the rear axle is the machine gun mount. All WW2 Jeeps came equipped with this mount.
I built it as a display to show “The Parts That Make A WW2 Jeep Go”. Many of the parts are numbered, a sign next to the display describes the parts. I also marked some of the “F” script marks with orange paint. It’s currently at a museum in Rexburg.
Use it as a display, as a great start to your WW2 Jeep project or as a replacement for your bent, rusted and modified frame.
The $1750 price is for the rolling chassis only. The engine, transmission and transfer case are not included in this price.
The price including engine, transmission and transfer case is $2500. The transmission and transfer case are Ford GPW, the engine is a later Willys Jeep engine, probably from the late ’40’s to early ’50’s. Engine, trans and transfer do not work and will need to be rebuilt.
No title, bill of sale only.
I can transport as far as Bozeman, Jackson Hole, Ogden or Twin Falls”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $9540.
(10/08/2017) Seller indicates it might need a better paint job.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/504112569948557
“1948 Willys Jeepster ,
Rare , last year for an american phaeton sedan
very clean and solid , no rot or rust , runs good ,4 cyl flat head , original interior in good condition , paint is fair , could use a
paint job or drive and enjoy the way it is , has window side curtains and back glass convertible top is in good shape as well .
43,000 miles”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.
Bill shared this funky old trailer. Might be perfect for someone.
“Vintage 1955 “Aristocrat” utility trailer. Similar to the Willys Jeep “Bantam” trailers. Bed is in very good condition and it has a nice working tailgate. Has good tires and a Nevada title as well.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2500.
(07/18/2017) It’s a project.
“1946 CJ2A Willys. Chevy 327 engine, double hump aluminum heads, custom crank, 6″ Holley carburetor, Muncie 4 speed transmission, Mustang Mach 1 seats. This was my husband’s pet project. He has passed and this vehicle is looking for a good home. Engine was running 4 years ago. I have the original pink slip.”
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/willys-jeep-1946-cj2a/6335622984.html
White Automotive was based out of Colorado Springs, Colorado. The company sold different types of soft tops for a wide range of jeeps. They also sold tire covers, half-doors, spare-tire carriers, and other items. The brochures below are currently on eBay. The company also used the brand name Whitco and/or White Mfg. at times.
1. This one page brochure includes a dealer’s note.
View all the information on eBay
2. White Automotive’s bikini top and half doors.
View all the information on eBay
3. This is an example of a brochure that uses the brand name “Whitco”.
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE:**SOLD** Was $8000.
(01/23/2017) Looks nice.
“1946 Jeep CJ2A Willys – Major updates and items done recently to Jeep. Body is rust free and straight. I have invested a lot of money into this Jeep. Runs and drives well. Items replaced are listed as follows :
Rebuilt V6 Engine with 14 miles on it, 4×4, 3 speed, Headers, New Aluminum Radiator, New 4 Barrel Carburetor, Tires almost new with new spare, Complete soft top, New Water Pump, New Air Filter housing kit, New Thermostat & Housing , New Alternator , New Electric Air Horn , New Electric Fan Assembly,
New Distributor Spark plugs and Cap, All New Wiring Harness, All New Instrument Cluster, New Aluminum ” Quick Disconnect “Steering Column, steering linkage, and quick disconnect Steering Wheel, New Head Light Switch, New Turn Signal Switch with new indicators, New Aluminum 11 gallon Fuel Tank, New accelerator cable and gas pedal, New tail lights, New Starter , Checked and filled all cases fluids, New Battery, New Upper / Lower Radiator Hose, New Coolant Reservoir, New Cooling Fan Temperature Control….This Jeep is ready to roll. I was going to add new exhaust to it, and re-upholster the seats but Dave Ramsey says I need to sell my toys. Please interested buyers only ! Have all the invoices on items just replaced. This Jeep is a classic. Hate to see it go.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4850.
This could be a good price.
“Willys Mule runs and drives, original condition.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000.
This still has the column shift and a rear PTO. There’s a little patching on the driver’s side.
“CJ2A with working PTO, column shift, rebuild trans, soft top, spare tire rack and extra rims! Runs great!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000.
“Velma” looks in good shape.
“MUST SELL AND MAKE ROOM IN GARAGE
Meet Velma! She is 70 years old! Just needs paint… although I love her primer color!!!
Purchased this beauty in the spring of 2016!
3 on tree. One taillight. No blinkers. Wipers. Most gauges inside work. She is easy to drive… I just do not use her enough to keep in storage.
Bamboo thatched roof, entire interior restored, and cedar interior. Original jeep parts, just completed entire engine with original Willy parts, have mechanic / receipts to vouch. She is ready for someone to show her off.
$12,000 is price to buy. Purchased a year and a half ago for $6,500 and rebuilt engine to Willy Jeep specs which cost over $5,000!
This car can be viewed at Automotive Authorities in Longmont, CO. These amazing master mechanics are Velma’s mechanic and are very fond of this vehicle. They are happy to answer any questions you might have and/or explain to you anything in regards to her engine.”
Might be a combination of 2A and MB parts. It’s got an engine issue.
“I have an old Jeep that is titled as a 1943. Although could be a cj 2. with the L-134 engine. Converted to 12 v, I put a new voltage regulator on it and the electronics are good, Starts right up and drives. Has Overdrive added as well and it does work. Title in hand.
I was going to use it as a desert toy for my girlfriend and I but in the end it is a little too primitive for what I had in mind. Has nice full back aftermarket seats, and a nice top.Comes with Dick Cepek spoke wheels with good tires on them, at least 80% tread left on them. Runs and drives but will need tail pipe added at some point. Gas tank has been moved to the rear. Will throw in new hydraulic jack and lug wrench as well.
Willing to listen to trade offers of equal value. Would like a newer jeep pre 1975.
The jeep runs and drives but after 15-20 minutes the engine loses power, Not sure what issue is, Being sold as “Project” as it sits. Currently i couldn’t sell it as a driver until the engine has been gone over.”
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/d/cj2-jeep-willys-project-or/6332788480.html
Maybe someone needs a project or some parts?
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/1948-willys-jeepster/6331484429.html
“This is a project Jeepster. Make it into a hot rod, Rat rod or Restore it, you chose. Has rear seat cushions, no front seats. Front floor and transmission tunnel needs to be replaced/repaired. Dash has been modified but I have one to replace the instrument cluster area. Grill has not been modified and in excellent condition. Hood and front window frame in good condition. Side window frames. No hood spear. Over all the body is in good condition for a 69 year old car. Have all body trim but the arrows connecting the window trim with the body trim.