1942 Willys MB GPW Jeep

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I bought someone else’s stalled work in progress several years ago as a 2nd undertaking for me and my son. My boy's attending college now, so our second Jeep isn’t going to happen. The guy who had the ’42 before us did quite a bit of work on the rolling chassis and tub, but otherwise just bought and stockpiled new parts. THE BAD — Easier to list what's not in the "basket" than what is: • Doesn't have center data plate or frame tag• No inner windshield frame• No instruments other than a fuel gauge• No radiator, top bows, or distributor.. THE GOOD• Exceptional chassis, no cracks or deep rust at all. • Original Tub: prior owner installed a new front floor (less tank well). New rear floor panel standing by. • '44 engine from a Hobart Welder. "S" bore, Nil wear (Rattle-can rebuild). Head tanked, flux'd, resurfaced -- no cracks. • VA title, "41 WILLYS", KY assigned VIN.• From the original floor's toe board gusset #97753, correct VIN would be early December 1942, MB194000 - MB 196500 (if the tub is original to this frame)• New leaf springs, shackles and tie rod ends already installed. • Repro wiring harness, new in the bag• All 3 seat frames. • Gusset plates, and new spring mounts already in hand to replace Bubba's bumper.• Correct T84 and transfer case, condition unknown.• Misc / notable on the pile, original reflectors, original sheller w/ no cracks, hood air defector, Spartan horn, fat drive shaft, new windshield to cowl rubber, etc.Located in VA, 20169 No reserve.Payment and acquisition arrangements will be hammered out to my satisfaction within 48 hours of the auction conclusion, or it goes to next in line.This is offered for sale locally also, so auction may be cancelled at any time.