I was going to make some smart ass remark about Jeep owners, but then realized I own a Jeep…Regardless, this is an incredible set of photos. The Willys toy is an interesting unit. I like the side bumpers that even go out around the tires! I assume that this was used on a TV show and “Hero” is the chimpanzee. Can any of our readers help us out with more information?
Willys
2012 North East Ohio Flat Fender Gathering Photos
On September 23, a group of like minded individuals gathered in what was called the North East Ohio Flat Fender…
From The Archives #134
It just breaks my heart to see this 1951 Willys Wagon rusting away to a slow and painful death. If you can stand it, check out this thread about junk yard photos on HAMB.
Swamp Buggy “Gator Country” Willys Jeep Model
Have you ever seen the Swamp Buggy “Gator Country” Willys Jeep model by Craft Master? According to Old Plastic Models, the model came as both a stock and the modified “Gator Country” version. Stock engine, body, interior panels and tires were supplied as were the custom “aftermarket” parts. I tried googling Craft Master and Gator Country Willys Jeep with no luck.
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From The Archives #133
This photo is tagged ” 1948 Jeep Willys Showroom In Florida”. It almost looks to be an auto show, judging from the chairs to the right and from what you can see through the windows. Thoughts? Photo via The Hamb .
Vintage Truck Show
We recently came across this great photo gallery of a vintage truck show from 2011 in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Here are just a few pictures. Click here to check out the full gallery by Robert Pence with tons of great pictures.
From The Archives #132
Check out this military graveyard! Are those Willys Jeep body tubs I see in the foreground? Photo via The Hamb
Yakima Jeeps – Vintage Racing Gallery
In the late 60’s Ron Day bought a beat up 1954 CJ3b Jeep which was the beginning of his love for Jeeps…
Autobiography of a Jeep
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yc2lTAwGgH8 This is a great video found on YouTube about the history of the Jeep and how they were first used in the military.
1956 Willys Wagon
I recently heard about the Vista Rod Run car show that was happening August 5th in Vista CA….










