eWillys | Your source for Jeep and Willys deals, mods and more (2025)

YesterdayKasia and I went into Manhattan to visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It turns out that while Kasia had explored far more of Manhattan than I known, she hadn’t been to the Met, so it was a must visit opportunity.

Riding the train from Sea Cliff into the city with Kasia Friday morning allowed us to catch up on a number of her adventures in Manhattan.In fact, just the night before (Thursday night)my nineteen-year-old daughter was invited to a work-oriented christmas party at Times Square. Near midnight, she leftthe city for the hour and a half trip back via subway and buses to her current quarters in Franklin Square. Let’s see, traveling late at night by herself through New York . . . sometimes, it is better for a father NOT to know these type of stories.

Yesterday turned out to be a good day to vista the Met. At times we had whole rooms of art to ourselves. Kasia didn’t realize that I knew a thing or two about art, so I shared what I knew and admitted what I didn’t. We walked for what seemed like days, but that might have been because I have been walking for days. Eventually we both tuckered out, stopping for a quick smoothie before leaving.

From the Met we walked to my great aunt’s place on the east side to deliver some cookies (special German lebkuchen from an old family recipe), before proceeding to Rockefeller Square so we could see the lights.

As we took photos, we noticed the sky was darkening and the temperature wasfalling. We felt that signaled it was time to head home. Besides, we didn’t want to be caught up in the evening’s protests.

It took us a couple of hours to return to Sea Cliff. By then we were starving. We pulled out the Yelp app on our iPhones and settled on a peruvian restaurant called Manka in Glen Cove. It proved to be a great choice. We enjoyed a Pervian feast of chicken leg, chicken heart, beef, pork chop, and port sausage, accompanied by fried casaba and plantain.

I know it doesn’t quite look like it in the photo, but she was enjoying the food!

On Saturday we are going to do a little shopping. We’ll have fun, but I doubt there will be anything interesting to report.

In 2004, no Christmas tree lighting wascomplete without Santa Claus. So, while Mrs. Claus and the elves readied the reindeer for Christmas Eve, Santa harnessed his backup sleigh, a CJ-3B fire jeep. Indeed, seeing Santa in his beautiful red jeep must have brought tears of joy to the little ones of tiny Homer, Alaska.

But, the grinches of Homer endedthe annual event in 2005, thus the little ones cried tears of sadness for several years.Then, in 2012 the event returned. Yesterday evening, the tree was once again lit.Unfortunately, due to budget constraints, eWillys could not send a team to Homer to cover the event. So,whether Santa arrived via sleigh, Willys, or a red Ford Bronco shall remain a christmas mystery.

http://homernews.com/homer-news/local-news/2014-12-04/christmas-tree-lighting-its-happening-friday-0#

I wonder if there is more detail in the original photo.

“1952 Press Photo Allied Jeep Convoy under an ominous sky in Panmunjom, Korea. This is an original press photo. Please see the included scans of this photo for additional information and conditionPhoto measures 9 x 7.25inches. Photo is dated 01-30-1952.”

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2900

Has some upgrades.

“1946 Willys Jeep CJ2A, Chevy 350 engine, 3 speed transmission (T14) fully syncronized, 2 speed transfer case ,wired 12 volt with an Optima battery
1970 CJ5 axels- 4:88 gear ratios, stronger 1 piece rear axle shafts in rear, front axle has a Locker and hubs ,large brakes all the way around, tube bumpers front and rear and a roll bar
engine runs great, very powerful, brakes are awesome, this will climb a tree!
Chrome spoke wheels, but tires need replaced
rust in floors and toolbox floors but has been plated over
asking $2900 for this great little Willys Jeep”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.

“Propane powered. Truck runs. All parts are available. Previous owner was “restoring”.”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

It’s no reserve auction currently at only $102.50. Certainly worth that! I’m less convinced about the ‘extremely collectable’ claim.

“1946 WILLYS JEEP CJ2A NO RESERVE!
RECENT BODY OFF RESTORATION
POWERED BY CHEVY 4.3L VORTEC V6
DYNOED AT 261HP
4 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION
DANA T18 TRANSFER CASE WITH WARN OVERDRIVE
SERIAL NUMBER 33167 – EARLY PRODUCTION CJ2A AND EXTREMELY COLLECTABLE!!
SELLING NO RESERVE TO HIGHEST BIDDER!”

While not perfectly stock, the truck looks in good shape. The inline Ford engine looks good inside. This is a buy-it-now or make offer auction.

“1949 WILLYS PICK UP TRUCK 4×4 CLEAN NEVADA RUSTFREE TRUCK STORED INDOORS THESE LAST FEW YEARS BUT STARTED REGULARLY AND DRIVEN IN SHORT RUNS REGULARLY , NICE DARK RED METALLIC PAINT JOB AND CONTRASTING WHITE RIMS SITTING ON NEW KNOBBY OFF ROAD TIRES , PERIOD CORRECT , THE 4×4 WITH THE FRONT MANUAL LOCKING HUBS WORKS CORRECTLY , IT RUNS STRONG , ORIGINAL ENGINE WAS REPLACED BY A STRAIGHT 6 CYL FORD ENGINE WILL NEED A GOING OVER BEFORE PUTTING IT BACK ON THE ROAD , LATER CLOTH FRONT SEAT BRENCH, ELECTRIC COOLING FAN FOR RADIATOR ,EXCELLENT PICK UP BED , EXCELLENT CHASSIS SORING SHACKLES ETC , THIS TRUCK IS COOL AND WILL MAKE ITS NEW OWNER HAPPY.”

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I took a quick trip to the New York Transit Museum in Downtown Brooklyn. Housed in the decommissioned Court subway station, the location is not only home to the museum, but has also been used in several movies, including the French Connection and the Taking of Pelham 123 (1974 and 2009versions).

And, the facility sure feels like a subway, so they got that part right, from the entrance on down.

The museum tells the story of mass transit and rapid transit solutions in the New York area. There are old trains, old photos, times lines, turnstiles, an array of tokens used (now cards and not tokens are used) and more. It was fun and the museum people were very accommodating (I got to park my extra bag in the stroller waiting area). I was surprised there were no video or audio demonstrations (or I missed them somehow).

Their subway trains were pretty cool (not my photo):

Steve forwarded a link to this photo of a Love lift. Great photo, though itis a reproduction and not an original.

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $200

New jeep sign, but still neat.

“Two signs one JEEP, one CHRYSLER from a dealership large outdoor type. They measure3′ 1/2″ X 10′ $200.00 each.”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6700

Looks ready to roll (as in drive, not roll over — poor word choice).

“Must see many updates 1 of a kind”

Includes a PTO, dump bed and4speed trans. Might be some value here.

“1) Fc 170 1957 with 64??? Miles rough runs and drives no brakes has pto winch and bed dumps 3 Spd

2nd one 1962 chassis 17??? Miles on it, has cab in better shape, t-98a 4spd Trans and transfer case, has pto on it”

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/pts/4790582498.html

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000.

The outside looks great. The engine compartment could use some cleaning.

“Just reduced for a quick sale is my original numbers matching Willys Wagon. please call with questions and to schedule a time to see it. This car appraised at 18500 wont last long at this price.”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1450.

Steve saw the article about Topeka’s fromyesterdayand forwarded this ad. He thought it was a custom rig. This runs and drives.

“4×4 tractor with blade to move the snow that is on it’s way. Good for plowing snow or dirt work. 4×4 has all jeep running gear. Has a hydraulic system. Turn key ready $1450. cash or give me a call and we can discuss a trade. Looking for a gas motor golf cart.”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5200.

The rear sides of the wagon havebeen trimmed, but otherwise this seems solid.

“WILLYS WAGON, 1951, 6 cylinder orig low milage engine, 58,000 miles, orig rear, NEW—brakes, springs, gas tank, ETC, 3 speed on floor, 4WD, GREEN WITH BLACK TRIM, like new tires, TITLED, REGISTERED, DRIVEN, kept indoors, ORIGINAL OWNERS MANUAL”

Are those full floaters in the rear? Can’t quite tell. It runs, too.

“1946 willys jeep runs needs a few things done brakes finish cooling system used on farm runs and drives”

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/cto/4789751871.html

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was$1500.

Runs and drives. Has a rare set of rear doors. Reminds me of Andy’s airport jeep, but not identical to it.

“Willys Jeep fitted with home made plow
Runs and drives running gear in very good shape
Comes with set of tire chains
Have clear title and current MN plates”

UPDATE:More photos added, including interior shots. It’s clearly a compilation of parts. It is listed as a 1950 M-38, but the body and fendersareMBish or aftermarket MBish. Unclear why there are no tool indents on driver’s side.

“Must sell call with serious offer. One of a kind, great shape, we drive it often for fun/parades/etc. clean canvas, no tears, detachable doors included.. automatic v6 buick motor, electronic fuel, many spare parts. gas can on rear, ooga horn, very little rust solid..california car..everything works and qualifies for antique license. good tires and spare… Ill text more pix to you. Serious inquiries only. Great to drive for cruising the coast…..make an offer, will send pictures, call and I will text them or email them. ”

http://jackson.craigslist.org/cto/4791971178.html

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500.

(11/18/2014) Looks like a solidFire Jeep.

“For Sale: 1962 Willies Military Jeep. 12k original miles. Aside from upgraded wheels/rims, roll cage and seats. Everything is original. 6 volt system has been upgraded to a 12 volt system. No rust, runs great. Originally was OD green. It was painted white when put in service by the civil defense. It has been used as a small brush truck. Winch and tools not included. We received an AFG grant and need to sell this to help pay for the grant. Asking $8500 or best offer.”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was make offer

It’s a project with a V8 motor installed.

“I also have a 65 Willys Jeep DJ3 for sale been sitting a while but mostly rust free and has a 283 Chevy engine that was rebuilt with very few miles.”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $850

Includes unseized motor.

“willys jeep project. complete driveline. motor not seized. call for info.may take trades. no tittle. ”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.

It’s a project.

“What you are looking at is an original 1946 CJ2A Willys Jeep that has been painted like a military Jeep. The jeep is a project Jeep. It does not run or drive as of now. It’s fairly complete and the body is pretty solid. It will need floor patching or repair if you wanted to make it perfect. The sides of the body have no bondo on them and are very solid and pretty straight. All you see on the Jeep goes with the Jeep. ”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $175.

I wonder if it spins.

“”W.O. design PAT NO 143395″ power take off.
Was mounted on rear drawbar of 1957 Willys CJ5
Getting hard to find.
Will ship.
Great Christmas gift for your 4-wheeling Willys guy…”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $750.

(10/01/2014) Looks promising.

“old military jeep trailor good tires”

UPDATE:**SOLD** Was $5500.

The front frame rails have been lengthened.

“I have a ’47 jeep cj2 with Chevy 350, t-15 3 speed transmission, Dana spicer 20 transfer case and power steering, axles, and suspension from a later model cj. New BFG tires. Runs and drives but sometimes grinds out of reverse when backing up. It was previously tagged and inspected but they have expired. Looking to trade for 2010 and up Polaris RZR 800 and up or a Harley Davidson. I would also be interested in a multiple high end gun trade. Open to other offers also. Text preferred but you can call or email.”