Highlights

Wartime example, reportedly used in France and Germany during the later stages of the conflict
Presented in superb overall condition, highly original to its wartime specifications and appearance including original tools/accessories
Accompaied by its War Department ‘Key Card’ information and an intriguing photograph

The Appeal

It is perhaps somewhat of a cliché to call a classic car “a piece of history”, but we feel compelled to make an exception in the case of this 1942 Willys Jeep. Understood to have served in France and Germany during the later stages of the Second World War, this Jeep is a veteran that deserves the utmost respect.

Offered in superb overall condition and sporting its period specifications, livery and tools, this Jeep looks a fantastic example, fit to grace any collection or memorial event. It comes with a wealth of paperwork spanning back to 2005, including an auction catalogue from a previous sale along with a number of MOT certificates and parts/servicing invoices. It also comes with some older documentation, namely the War Department ‘Key Card’ information, which may provide an insight into its service life. There’s even a period photograph.

The last owner acquired the Jeep in 2017 and they kept it in a dry garage during their tenure. We’re informed that the body tub was resprayed in 2011, while the seat cushions and canvas tilt were replaced in 2018.

Upgraded to 12v electrics and recently fitted with fresh spark plugs, this Jeep is ready for a new custodian.

The History and Paperwork

Executor sale
Acquired by the last owner in 2017
25,302 miles indicated
V5C present
Numerous invoices from Jeepparts-uk Ltd and various other specialist
Several reference works about Wartime Jeeps accompany the vehicle
Copy of previous auction catalogue
Copies of Key Card information and period photograph
We understand that the Jeep was likely used by the British Army, returning to the UK after the War where it reportedly remained in military storage for a time
Sold off for civilian use in 1973

The Condition

The chassis and underside present beautifully and all appears very well maintained
Smart wheels with period military-type off-road tyres
We’re informed that the tub was resprayed in 2011
Retains an Army Medic livery, matching that of the aforementioned black and white photograph
The bodywork looks straight and solid, overall quite remarkable considering its age and nature
Seat cushions and canvas tilt renewed in 2018; both continue to present very well
Complete with its spades, axe, ammunition boxes and other tools/accessories

The Mechanics

2.2-litre four-cylinder “Go Devil” petrol engine
Three-speed manual gearbox with low-range and four-wheel-drive
History file suggests a gearbox rebuild at approximately 23,000 miles (indicated)
Recently fitted with fresh spark plugs
The vendor demonstrates that the Willys starts easily and runs
We’re informed that it drives well and the vendor is not aware of any work needing doing
The engine compartment looks exceedingly smart

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