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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
The Desert Dogs look in good shape.
“We have owned this jeep for over 35 years. It is a good little classic.
Has original Flathead motor.
Runs, tagged, insured, clean title.
Also have a set of original wheels.”
Not much tread left on those desert dogs.
“8301 E C.R. 801 S.
Plainfield, In 46168
Saturday, November 21st, 2015 9:30AM”
http://www.auctionzip.com/cgi-bin/auctionview.cgi?lid=2605268&kwd=willys&zip=&category=0
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Given the sears top, the Pto winch, and extra tub, there could be value here. Has a large boom on the front bumper.
“willy’s orchard jeep, never titled ran when parked, Flintstone body. have another body that goes with. metal top and doors. front boom with pto winch will go flat tires. needs interior. have new gas tank windshield good. make a farm ,mud bogger, dragster. needs to be restored. lost eyesight and can’t finish. 1500.00 obo please call after 6:00 pm or on the weekends. no trades call Art”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
The seller notes the tire is brand new. I’ve never seen a desert dog quite like this one. It looks more road friendly with a tighter tread. Seller only has one of these for sale.
“Up for sale is a NEW Formula Tire 11-15LT Desert Dog Outline White Letter.
One tire is available.
Older stock.
Shipping FED EX Ground to continental USA.”
They look good enough for racing.
“I HAVE 5 DESERT DOG TIRES FOR SALE ALL IN GOOD CONDITION TWO WITH TUBES ONE TIRE SO-SO GOOD SPARE. $200”
http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/pts/5028634153.html
These are generally priced higher on eBay. This is similar to the Grrrumbler.
“Beautiful Molded in Orange – Vintage MPC Trailblazer 1/25 Scale Off-Road Willys Jeep! A 34 year old kit. Made in the U.S.A. 1979-80 Fundimensions Inc. MPC kit. Very good condition – The box has slight shelf ware. The engine and one differential has been partially built. Nothing has been painted. Everything in the pictures is included. $29. No texting.”
http://fortcollins.craigslist.org/tag/4986808488.html
Blaine found a flattie project and a Topeka project for sale and some other parts.
1. Flattie is $500. Dogs are worn, but the steel rims may have life. It’s sat for a long time.
2. Topeka Mower has Jeep running gear (T-98 4 sp.) limited slip dif.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $$2500.
(02/25/2014) The dogs look in surprisingly good shape. The tires on the trailer aren’t so good. This may include an overdrive, based on the ‘4 levers’ comment.
“1941 WILLYS OVERLAND JEEP AND TRAILER, ORIGINAL 4 LEVER TRANY 283 CHEVY V,8 CAMEL HUMP HEAD. NEED FULLY RESTORATION. $2500 CASH OR PARTIAL TRADE,“
UPDATE: These were $495. **Status Unknown**
Marty spotted this rare set of Desert Dogs in good condition on chrome steel rims.
“Tires have a 10″ face and 12″ section width. Have excellent tread, and are very good in mud, snow and I guess sand. These are a very tough nylon tire. Wheels are 10″ wide and are 5 on 5. 5 Fits ford, jeep cj, scout and samurai. May fit others?”
UPDATE: Still Available
(11/24/2014) Jim spotted this solid looking Tuxedo Park CJ-5. And, it has desert dogs to boot, a real rarity in the Tennessee area. Looks like the front bumper has been replaced.
http://jacksontn.craigslist.org/cto/4773094517.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(08/18/2014) It’s a project with some Desert Dogs.
“This jeep, for the year, is very clean and needs an owner that is not afraid of a little project. Everything in the pictures are included except for the exhaust wrap. The jeep must go, no low balls, clean title in hand, 2500 or best offer!
Jeep has:
Stock Chevy 350 four bolt main brand new
Muncie Rock Crusher 4 speed
T18 Big tooth
No drive shaft
Dana 44 rear diff fully locked with tapered axle
Dana 27 ten spline axle
Lockers in the rear
10″ rear drum breaks
11″ front drum breaks
Brand new wheel bearings
Stock hubs
No steering box or column
Windshield in excellent condition
20 gallon fuel tank as well as original 10 gallon included
Diamond plate rear wrap and gas tank shield
No exhaust
Frame is boxed in and body is in good/excellent condition
Will need new tires (holds air for about 24 hours)
Those were the main things I could think of… I have a folder full of receipts to show that it is worth it. Again, everything in the pictures are included. Please feel free to call or Text. Serious buyers only. WILL NOT PART OUT! Highest offer takes it all.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/4640556264.html
Vito from Italy has fond memories of jeeping with his father back in the early 1980s. Here’s a photo of his father at the helm of his CJ-5. Check out the tires. Yes, some Desert Dogs made it all the way to Italy. In fact, Vito is hunting for a set for a vintage build he’s creating. He’s got another Italian friend who has some old vintage dogs as well. I had no idea!
**SOLD** Were $80.
If I were in Seattle, I’d scoop these up.
“Pair of Desert Dog tires. Good rubber.”
UPDATE: Was $2000. Status Unknown.
Runs, drives, stops and has desert dogs.
“This is a 1948 Willys CJ3A. It was used by a vet in parades and events. It is not military but it is done up as an Airborne jeep. It has a Ford early pinto or 2000 series motor which runs flawlessly. I just put a poly tank in it and replaced the fuel lines. It fires right up and shifts through all the gears and all the four wheel drive is working. It still has the T90 transmission and dana 18 transfer case. It also has the original 5:38 geared Dana 44 rear axle. This is a real hoss in the woods. It will need some wiring and seat bottoms. Yes, It stops and yes I just drove it around the yard to test everything out. The battery is not included. This is sold as is with a bill of sale only. four two three seven six two five eight five eight or come by 6645 Lafayette road (just across the street from trails end ranch).”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Could be made into a racer, too. Buckshots in the front and Desert Dogs on the back.
“I’m selling my ’49 Willys Bobtail Jeep. This is a Great Trail Jeep or Mudder or Rock Crawler or Whatever. It wouldn’t take much at all to make this a running driving jeep…. all that it needs is some brake work and possibly a carb. rebuild but otherwise complete and ready to go. It has the Stock 134F head 4Cyl. Engine , T90 3Spd. Transmission , Model 18 2 stick transfer case, Model 27 front axle and Model 44 rear axle both with 5.38 gears. Racing buckets with harnesses, Rear mounted 10 Gallon fuel cell and battery. It has a nicely built cage with rear mounted spare tire carrier. It has a 3″ suspension lift and comes with a pretty nice set of Radial Buckshots on White Spokes. We aren’t driving it much anymore and have kinda lost interest.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** were $250.
These appear to have some ware. Maybe 30-50% tread left?
“I have 4 desert dog tires on 15 inch rims. Bolt pattern is 5 on 5.5 wagon wheels, I also have four jeep alum rims for sale. They are the ones mounted on in picture”
There’s some value here. The dogs appear in decent shape.
“Jeep has chevy v6, full cage etc. body is very good, no. rust, call for details. 3 one 9-560-6 two 5 two.”
http://cedarrapids.craigslist.org/cto/4319927878.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4200.
(11/07/2013) Not only is this in good condition, but it also sports some Desert Dogs with the classic solid lettering. I might be in love (again).
“1959 Willys Jeep cj-5 rust free and in very good condition, new custom interior, custom rear and front bumpers, original 4 cylinder f head motor and three speed manual transmission. $4200 o.b.o. For more information and pictures please email me.”
http://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/4290997783.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Were $100.
Lots of tread left on these east coast dogs.
“2 (Two) Old school Formula 31″ x 10″ x 15″ Desert Dog tires for Jeep, VW Dune buggy, Baja Bug. Some light dryrot but they hold air and are awesome offroad in the sand and mud. Asking $100obo for the pair. ”
Marc forwarded these two jeeps for sale in South Africa. The first is a Gobex Jade Jeep, a kit jeep that is no longer produced. Marc’s trying to find out what happened to them.
http://eastlondon.olx.co.za/gobex-jade-jeep-iid-484120158
The second jeep is a Badger Jeep, A veep-like kit car with a VW engine. What’s most interesting is that the tires are Desert Dog PCV Tires, yet the tires don’t include PCV like other PCV tires I’ve seen.
http://deneysville.olx.co.za/badger-jeep-kitcar-iid-469929616
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
(07/23/2013) This jeep has a rare set of Desert Dog PCV (Pickup/Camper/VAn) tires.
“Awesome Jeep for sale-must go…needs very little to get back to perfect! Drives! Body in great shape. Serious inquiries. $6500 OBO”
The yellow CJ-3A looks like it has a very narrow set of Desert Dogs. Unclear if the yellow one runs (probably not).
“Selling a ’51 Willy’s CJ3 AND 40’s M38 rolling chasis. Both vehicles have been under cover
in a barn (near Hunter Mtn, NY )by our family for many years and are in GREAT shape for restoraton. If your interested please call me on my cell 201-820-8778. We’re asking $3,000.00 for the complete CJ3, and $1200.00 for the M38 complete rolling chasis. I would be happy to sell both the the same person!
Rob Miller
Thanks for your interest!”
http://newjersey.craigslist.org/cto/3947985630.html
UPDATE: Now No Price. Was listed at $5500.
The work looks good, but the frontend design is unexpected. Those old dogs look in good shape.
“I have a built from ground up 1944 Willys Jeep, it has a regular jeep frame and Willys body, extremely nice, never seen rain or anything, garage kept. NO TITLE, but can get a builders title. Have over $13,000 invested in it. Will sell for $3500 OBO, motivated seller. If live at far distance and unable to pick up, will deliver for fee. You can call/text 618-917-7777, for any questions you may have. tHANKSs”
http://carbondale.craigslist.org/cto/3843977840.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $550. Desert Dogs PCV on a FC? That’s a rare sight.
“A later model 150. It has the wider track and the cast iron weight in the rear of the frame. The cab has the usual rust spots, the floor, lower rear corners and above the windshield. The bed is in reasonable condition, but no tail gate. The engine is loose and ran a few years ago. I never drove the truck so I do not know the condition of the transmission (three speed) and transfer case. The rear end is a limited slip. Included is a spare front axle from a CJ Jeep. It is a project, but it is all there.”
Ann and I arrived safely in Pasco after a sunny/rainy/snowy/windy day driving through the panhandle of Idaho, then west to Pasco. We spotted and photographed a couple jeeps, ate some good food and visited with family; so it was a complete day!
More tomorrow on this possible CJ-2L Bruce spotted. Note rare Desert Dog PCV tires (not that they are in good shape). They have a tighter tread than the standard Desert Dog tires.
