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This 1945 Willys MB spent more than four decades with the previous owner in Arizona and was retrofitted with a 134ci Hurricane inline-four before it was acquired by the seller in June 2023. The truck is finished in green with military-style graphics, and additional equipment includes a three-speed manual transmission, a dual-range transfer case, a folding windshield, a side-mounted ax and shovel, a rear pintle hitch, front and rear receiver hitches, 16″ steel wheels, a Heco steering stabilizer, and aftermarket instrumentation. Service under current ownership is said to have included rebuilding the carburetor, replacing the spark plugs, and changing the oil. This Willys Jeep is now offered at no reserve with a clean Arizona title in the seller’s name listing the vehicle as a 1946 model.

No Reserve: Hurricane-Powered 1945 Willys MB

The truck is finished in green with white military-style graphics and other decorations. Features include a folding windshield, body-mounted grab handles, a side-mounted ax and shovel, a jerrycan, a swing-down hitch coupler at the front, a rear pintle hitch, and front and rear receiver hitches. The windshield and its seals have been replaced, according to the seller, who notes evidence of body filler on the front fenders.

No Reserve: Hurricane-Powered 1945 Willys MB

Body-color 16″ steel wheels are mounted with 6.00-16 Specialty Tires of America tires, and a spare is attached to a rear carrier. Stopping power is provided by four-wheel drum brakes, and a Heco Big Yellow steering stabilizer has been installed.

No Reserve: Hurricane-Powered 1945 Willys MB

The interior features canvas cushions on the front seats and folding rear bench along with rubber floor mats, instructional placards, and storage compartments. Central shift levers control the transmission, front-axle engagement, and transfer-case ranges. Areas of rust-through on the floor pans have been patched with screwed-in metal plates.

No Reserve: Hurricane-Powered 1945 Willys MB

A three-spoke steering wheel fronts aftermarket instrumentation that includes a 60-mph speedometer as well as supplementary gauges for coolant temperature, oil pressure, and amperage. The fuel-level gauge works intermittently. The replacement five-digit odometer shows less than 100 miles, approximately 20 of which have been added under current ownership. Total mileage is unknown.

No Reserve: Hurricane-Powered 1945 Willys MB

The 134ci F134 Hurricane inline-four was installed under previous ownership. Work performed in preparation for the sale is said to have included rebuilding the single carburetor, replacing the spark plugs, and changing the oil.

No Reserve: Hurricane-Powered 1945 Willys MB

Power is sent to the rear or all four wheels through a T84 three-speed manual transmission and a dual-range transfer case. Rust is noted on some underbody components.

No Reserve: Hurricane-Powered 1945 Willys MB

A partially intact “Willys Scout Car” identification plate displays the number 436188, which is consistent with a Willys MB manufactured in 1945.

No Reserve: Hurricane-Powered 1945 Willys MB

A plate with an Arizona serial number of MVD103219 is affixed to the dashboard and appears as the Vehicle Identification Number on the Arizona title.

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $16,000 by RolloverRandy
Auction Ended August 18, 2023 at 1:21PM PT
Bids 52
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Seller: ob1xl
Location: Scottsdale, Arizona 85254
Listing Details
  • Chassis: MVD103219
  • 100 Miles Shown, TMU
  • 134ci Hurricane Inline-Four
  • Three-Speed Manual Transmission
  • Dual-Range Transfer Case
  • Green Paint
  • Green Canvas Seat Cushions
  • Folding Windshield
  • Shovel, Ax, & Jerrycan
  • Rear Pintle Hitch
  • Receiver Hitches
  • 16" Steel Wheels
  • Heco Steering Stabilizer
  • Aftermarket Instrumentation
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #117358