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Willys Jeep M38 A1 — 1961

An icon and a vehicle of military historical interest, in solid condition with good functionality. Ready to drive.

Tore Thallaug
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Rebecca R Bengtsson
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"A vehicle that leaves an impression—not just on the driver, but on everyone around it. This is a genuinely robust machine, with most of its features preserved and no significant deviations from the original configuration it had nearly 65 years ago, when it began its service in the Danish military."

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03 JUL 12:45
75 000SEK
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18342
ÖSTERHANINGE
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Tore Thallaug
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Rebecca R Bengtsson
Case manager
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"A vehicle that leaves an impression—not just on the driver, but on everyone around it. This is a genuinely robust machine, with most of its features preserved and no significant deviations from the original configuration it had nearly 65 years ago, when it began its service in the Danish military."

Description

According to available information, this Jeep once belonged to the Danish military before being brought to Sweden. It arrived in November 1982, was pre-registered and assigned a registration number in February 1983, but wasn’t officially registered for road use until June 3, 1991.

The current owner—an enthusiast with a passion for military, rescue, and police vehicles—acquired the Jeep on April 18, 2024. At that time, it underwent a general inspection and servicing.

Included with the vehicle are roof bows with a well-preserved soft top (though without side panels), an original communications antenna with protective case, and some useful spare parts such as gaskets, filters, and hoses. The vehicle is inspected, registered, and ready to drive.

Technical data

  • Year
    1961/1961 
  • Registration date
    1991-06-03 
  • Mileage
    8 454 miles 
  • Registration Number
    LHX336 
  • Chassis Number
    18432 
  • Kw / hp
    55 / 75 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Manual 
  • Interior finish
    Vinyl 
  • Colour
    Green 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    Starts easily and the engine ran well. During a short test drive on rural property, it felt lively and everything functioned properly, including steering (with steering damper), clutch, gearbox, and brakes.

    It has not been inspected on a lift, but the undercarriage is easily accessible and appeared to be in good condition.

  • Interior condition:

    Rustic, with nicely preserved canvas upholstery. Steering wheel, controls, dashboard with original decals/plates, and gauges are all in good condition. Everything appears to function well.

  • Exterior condition:

    Solid and in typical condition for a used Jeep. The soft top is in good shape. All details are well-preserved, and it comes with most of the original accessories. Fitted with quality Omaha tires and a clean, well-kept engine bay.

  • General condition:

    With its history, authentic condition, and solid functionality, this is a mechanically and militarily significant classic—an enthusiast’s vehicle of true historical interest.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2024-04-22
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1983-02-16 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1991-06-03
Senast godkända besiktning: 2017-08-09
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 2

Facts about the model

The iconic original Jeep was built between 1941 and 1945. Both Willys Overland (MB) and Ford (GPW) produced this light off-road vehicle for use by the Allied forces during World War II. Nearly 360,000 units were built by Willys MB, and around 278,000 units rolled out of Ford’s factories. They featured four-wheel drive and a three-speed gearbox equipped with both high and low range.

After the war, many of these vehicles were sold through military surplus programs around the world. The CJ2A model followed as the successor to the so-called “war Jeep” and was marketed as the “peace Jeep” from 1945 to 1953. Visually, it differed with larger, recessed headlights, fewer grille slats, and less military-specific equipment.

In Sweden, these Jeeps were used not only by the military but also served in various civilian roles—such as tow trucks, fire vehicles, and in agriculture. Many remained in service for decades.

The origin of the name “Jeep” is still debated, so we'll leave that open. What's more interesting is how the Jeep—often the first of its kind—became a generic term, much like Tetra Pak or Gore-Tex, representing an entire category of vehicles.

Location and viewing Information

Location: Österhaninge

For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:

Tore Thallaug
+46 705 90 23 65
tore@bilwebauctions.se

Pick up

Collection must take place before: 2025-07-17.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

General information about the condition of the vehicles .
  • At this auction, many vehicles have been included in car collections and have been stored (mothballed) for a long time. For this reason, they are described from a collector's perspective and may need technical reviews and maintenance service - oil, battery replacement, new tires, brake review, etc. - before they can be used. .
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