eWillys | A Daily Dose of Vintage Willys Information (2025)

This photo and article appeared in the April 16, 1943, issue of the Los Angeles Times. Kids at the State Street School sold enough war bonds ($12,773) to purchase 14 jeeps, so the Army sent 5 jeeps to the school’s field.

Natalie Mastavoi is pictured climbing into the jeep. She was the first pupil that got to sit in it. Help her into it is Sgt. Louis Gade. Principlal Frank Wells and Mrs. T.D. Harrington of the local P.T.A. are standing to the right of the jeep. I tried to find out more about the young girl and the Sargent, but had no luck.

UPDATE: JoeB notes thathis image is from the family photo collection of Ryan Ward/”Dr Moab”.

See the full collection at:https://www.oldwillysforum.com/forum/index.php?threads/vintage-willys-pictures.2634/page-74#post-158826andhttps://www.oldwillysforum.com/forum/index.php?threads/vintage-willys-pictures.2634/page-74#post-158879

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Steve spotted this image that wasposted to the Justacarguy website, that originally had been posted to Japlopy Journal, but despite the included link I couldn’t find it at that site. The wagon was likely related to David County, Utah.

There are lots of updates to the Flattie. It’s got a replacement body. The Muller Top has been modified with aluminum sides.

https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/for/d/white-mountain-lake-1952-willys-jeep/7183504536.html

“For Sale, 1952 Willys Jeep, 350 Chevy Engine, T-98 4 speed trans, Warn Overdrive, 5.38 Gears, Limited Slip Rear-end, Full-Floating Rear Axles, Locking Hubs on Front and Rear, Power Steering, Power Brakes, 4 Inch Lift, Toyota Electric Windshield Wipers, New BF Goodrich Tires, Warn Winch, Roll Cage, Swing away spare tire carrier, Tow Bar, Half Doors, Lift up rear window, Fresno Top, and Sony Stereo with Sony external Speakers… + So Much More, The asking price is $13.000.oo Please do not call to make me offers over the phone, you will need to see this vehicle in person, before I will consider any cash offers! This Beautiful Classic Vehicle is located about 10 miles N-E of Show Low Az. For more information on this Willys Jeep,”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.

I feel like I’ve seen this one before, but can’t find it in my records.

“For sale 1949 Willys CJ-3A. Mostly original, including drivetrain. Good condition and always garage kept. It runs, drives, and stops well, but has been sitting for several years and will need some TLC. This Willys has been in the family for nearly 40 years, and has always been well taken care of. Selling for a family member. Located in central Oregon. Cross posted. No trades. Serious Inquiries Only! $10K, OBO”

UPDATE: **SOKD** Was $15,500.

Appears to be rust free and pretty original.

“Turn Key

Original “Dauntless Buick V6″
We had the Bottom End of the Motor rebuilt.

The CJ6 has a 101″ wheelbase. That’s 20” longer than a CJ5

This Jeep was purchased from a Private Owner in Pacific Grove, Ca. 20 years ago
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The body was repaired and painted, but unclear if the mechanicals has the same review and repair.

https://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/d/spokane-1952-willys-military-jeep/7176929678.html

“1952 M38 Willys Military Jeep, complete body and mechanical restoration. Military Aluminum top with Hot water heater. Engine, transmissions and starter rebuilt. New glass, tires, carburetor and more. Body disassembled, blasted and painted.”

UPDATE **SOLD** Was $800.

Not sure how much value is here, but the PTO with the winch might make it worth the price.

“Have a older Willy’s Jeep for parts what u see is what u get, PTO sidewinder winch, tow bar,full roll cage, Buick v6 motor no transmission or transfer, has bad body rust running gear is good buy a body or tons of usable parts, no title,”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1400.

Might be some value here.

“Many Parts for a 1943 Willys Jeep.
$1500.00 OBO for everything.
Or – Call for list of parts and individual prices.
Original Tub, Hood,Windshields, Quarter Panel, Seat, Engine Block, Misc. Engine Parts.
Too Much to List.
Located in Oakley Area.”

This may have started as a DJ-3A.

https://reno.craigslist.org/cto/d/sacramento-1960-jeep-willys-brand-new/7173209800.html

“1960 Jeep Willy’s
289 V-8
T-18 Transmission
Model 20 Transfer Case
Dana 60 Rear
4.11 Posi Traction
Dana 30 Front Disc
YJ 2.5 Leaf Springs
34×15 Tires

So much to list on this Jeep it would take me an hour to write it all up. I have had this Jeep for many years and never even pulled it out of my shop. I have decided it is just taking up space for me now and needs to go with someone who will enjoy it for what it is.”

Includes a plow. Between the plow and the half cab, maybe there is value here.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2030281533762147/

“1953 willies jeep pickup with plow With title Motor is tight, Rare barn find Parts or restoration”