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WW2 1942 Ford GPW Jeep - Fully Restored
- For Sale
Date of Delivery = March 1942
Chassis number = GPW6015
Engine number = GPW 274730
This vehicle under went a full restoration by its previous owner but was
never quite finished. We then acquired the vehicle and have
finished it.
It now has a full MOT and is currently in the process of
applying for an age related registration with the DVLA.
The major points of the restoration appear to include the following,
( We do not have confirmation of the work done but following a full
inspection of the vehicle believe this list to be correct)
Engine - runs well and appears to have been rebuilt sometime in the
recent past.
Gearbox - Believed original and appears to have been rebuilt sometime in
the recent past.
Clutch - History unknown but works as it should.
Transfer case - Believed original and appears to have been rebuilt
sometime in the recent past.
Drive shafts - Original
Braking
New brake slave cylinders fitted (fitted by us)
New brake master cylinders fitted ( fitted by us)
Recent brake pipes
Handbrake mechanism - New (original was missing) ( fitted by us0
Rear axle - Believed original and appears to have been rebuilt sometime
in the recent past.
Chassis - Original and correct Ford GPW Chassis
Steering - Original
Main body tub - Believed to be a later replacement body made to original
pattern.
Wheels and tyres
5 x one piece wheels ( not combat rims)
5 x almost new tyres (combat tread pattern)
Front seats - Original frames fitted and will be fitted with new canvas cushions
Rear Seat - Original frame fitted and will be fitted with new canvas cushions
Electrical and Instruments
Wiring harness - Appears new
Lights (front and rear) - Appear almost new
Indicators - We have tastefully fitted indicators front and rear so that
it can be used safely in modern traffic
Switchgear - Appear almost new, a key operated ignition switch has been
fitted as an anti theft measure
Battery - single 12 volt battery
Gauges and senders - Not new but appear fairly recent ( fuel gauge
sender not fitted but could be easily added if you wished to)
This vehicle has been converted to run at 12 volts for better lighting
and easier starting.
It is fitted with an alternator has a hidden electronic regulator to
allow 12 volt control
Canvas Hood - New
This vehicle is fitted with a new correct style canvas
hood (summer style)
Several valuable period extras are fitted and include,
(not all these are connected but do add to the look of the Jeep, many
could be easily connected and made fully operational if you wished)
Braden J2 Winch (Capstan, mounting plate, cable and hook all present but does not have drive shaft included
).
**We are told these are worth around £1500 in their own right**
Fire Extinguisher
Axe
Shovel
Rifle holder ( fitted to windscreen)
Correct wartime radio antenna
Wing mounted siren
Rear mounted radio ( not correct vintage but looks the part at a
distance)
Period screw top Jerry Can
In summary all the hard work has been done, it
works as it should, it has most of the correct parts so you can just drive
and enjoy it.
Servicing and Maintenance
As a battlefield vehicle these Jeeps were designed to be maintained and
serviced with minimal knowledge and tools and the majority of tasks can
easily be completed by the owner or classic friendly garage.
With a large following these vehicles are supported by numerous
specialists throughout the country so help is never far away.
Spare Parts
Almost everything is still available for the Jeeps, either as a new
authentic part or as new old stock.
Many of the parts are much cheaper to buy than you would expect making
this one of the cheapest classic vehicles to run and maintain
Insurance and Road Tax
This vehicle will easily qualify for cheap classic
insurance and most drivers ought to be able to insure it for less than
£100 per year on a classic policy.
It also benefits from being in the "Historic " taxation class with the
DVLA meaning the tax disc is free.
Ford GPW Jeep History
Willys designed and started manufacture of their famous MB wartime jeep.
As they were unable to supply enough vehicles for the war effort the US
Army also instructed Ford to also manufacture the Jeep.
These Ford Jeeps were known as the Ford GPW
These Ford GPW Jeeps are more sought after than the Willys as the Ford
GPW was only manufactured during WW2 so by default it has to be an
original wartime vehicle.
Willys however continued with Jeep production after WW2 so unfortunately
there are many non WW2 vehicles masquerading as original wartime
vehicles.
Location
This Jeep is located near Chelmsford in Essex.
Price
£13,495 ono THIS JEEP IS NOW
SOLD - THANKYOU FOR LOOKING
For more details or to arrange a viewing please
CONTACT US
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