Willys Military Jeep, 1948
Chassis No.: DMV54777NV Auction: Rogers' Classic Car Museum 2015 Auction date: February 28, 2015 Lot No.: S1 $18,700 | Sold • Exterior: Green • Interior: Green • Car has been started in the last two weeks • May still need mechanical and fuel system maintenance • Car has not been driven • 134/63 HP L-head inline-4 engine • 3-speed manual transmission • Olive Green paint, top and upholstery • Painted steel wheels • Off-road tires • Fold-down windshield • Folding removable canvas top • Part-time 4-wheel drive • Rear-mounted jerry can and spare • Tow hook • Rear grab handles • 60 MPH speedometer • Alternator • Originally conceived as a reconnaissance vehicle after World War I • The Jeep became an indispensable tool during World War II • Used by every Allied country in every war theater • Used as basic transportation, ambulances and highly mobile weapons platforms • Also employed as railway locomotives and supply trucks with trailers • By war?s end, the Jeep was a goodwill ambassador for America 134/63 HP, 3-Speed https://www.mecum.com/lots/207274/1948-willys-military-jeep/
