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Suisse, RocheONLINE AUCTION FROM 29.06.23 TO 12.07.23 AT 19H00
Estimate: CHF 16,000 - CHF 19,500
Chassis number: 573 482 206 3
Veteran appraisal: 09.06.2022
We're offering for sale this superb Jeep CJ-3B Universal J, an iconic vehicle that embodies the heritage of classic Jeeps. This model was manufactured by Willys-Overland from 1953 to 1964, and marks a milestone in the evolution of Jeeps after the Second World War. Designed to meet the growing need for power while preserving the versatility and ruggedness that have made Jeeps famous the world over, this Jeep is a true gem. Read more about the model's history at the bottom of the ad.
History :
Let's talk about the history of this Jeep. About 4 years ago, it was acquired by a military vehicle enthusiast in Rossinière, when it was just a "rolling chassis". Over the next two years, extensive work was carried out during the health crisis. Today, this Jeep has just been restored and driven around, and is in excellent condition.
The engine, axle and gearbox are all original and in perfect working order. Almost the entire vehicle has been carefully restored or replaced. The owner has used new parts from military stocks to give this Jeep all its authenticity.
Work carried out :
Before the appraisal was done:
- Checking the axles
- Gearbox oil change
- Full service
- Belt changed
- Carburetor replaced
- Dynamo replaced
- Fuel pump also new
A veteran appraisal was carried out on 09.06.2022.
A functional gearbox is available with the vehicle. Spare parts are also sold with the vehicle, in a crate at the rear of the Jeep.
The blue-painted engine blocks, like this one, seem to have been marked with this color when they were overhauled by the army.
An ideal companion for Sunday outings, it drives very well and will take you anywhere. Its impeccable condition and recent restoration give you peace of mind, knowing you have a reliable vehicle ready for adventure.
Vehicle condition:
Not much to say about the vehicle's condition, given that it has been meticulously restored from start to finish.
The exterior bodywork shows no traces or impacts, the only slight drawback being the wooden wedges which have been fixed in place to prevent damage when the hood is opened, but these can be removed. The paintwork has recently been done and remains in superb condition, with no air bubbles. The hood is new.
As for the interior, the steering wheel shows minor signs of wear. All the seats, being new, are in very good condition. The dashboard has been repainted.
Mechanically, the engine has been overhauled. There are no traces of rust on the top of the vehicle, and all mechanical parts have been replaced or overhauled.
The photos speak for themselves: this is a completely rebuilt vehicle, nothing is to be expected.
You can visit and test-drive the vehicle by calling us directly to make an appointment.
This information has been provided by the seller. We cannot guarantee its accuracy.
History of the model
The Jeep Willys is a vehicle steeped in history!
It all began in 1940, when the U.S. Army was looking for a lightweight vehicle to facilitate the mobility of its soldiers. Several companies, including American Bantam Car Company, Willys and Ford, set about developing prototypes. In October 1941, Willys won the contract thanks to its more powerful engine (60 hp Go Devil) compared with the 40 hp Ford engine. Following the attack on Pearl Harbor, the US Army decided to obtain vehicles from a second manufacturer, and the Ford model, called GPW, was selected.
The car was quickly dubbed Jeep, with various origins for the name. It was deployed in all World War II theaters of operation, shipped as a kit in wooden crates for easy assembly on the spot. Soldiers got to know the Jeep by heart, and it was also easy to repair on the battlefield. In the early days of its use, accidents occurred due to the vehicle's unusual lightness and maneuverability for the military. Around 650,000 Jeeps were assembled during the war by Willys and Ford.
The Jeep was versatile, used as an ambulance to transport the wounded, as a combat vehicle once fitted with a machine gun, and even as a command vehicle or flag bearer. In France, it is best known for its emblematic role in the D-Day landings and the liberation of Paris.
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