The Willys Station Wagon: A Classic?
1946 Willys Jeep Wagon
Seen a whole lot of Willys station wagons rolling down the streets or back roads lately? However, they are gaining in popularity. Some have been restored while others have been upgraded (modernized) or hot-rodded. Parts are relatively easy to find with the exception of certain models. So, where did these boxy wagons come from? The Willys station wagon was built from around 1947 as a 2-wheel drive only until 1949 when the 4-wheel drive models were introduced.
1949 Willys Station Wagon Note: Before the Willys station wagon Willys-Overland built some of the original "Universal" style Jeeps for the military during World War II.
Kaiser continued to develop and sell the Willys wagons until 1965 when they were replaced by the Jeep Wagoneer. These little wagons were the first civilian Jeeps Willys built differing from the design of their "Universal" styles such as the CJ2A, CJ3A, and CJ3B.
They were initially quite under-powered for their size and weight especially in 4-wheel drive operation. Later models were upgraded with more powerful engines solving the puny power puzzle, although never quite race ready by any means.
Restored 1960 Willys Jeep Station Wagon The Willys wagons were advertised to attract those with families and/or to double as a closed van or truck for various hauling jobs. Sounds a lot like an SUV ad today, doesn't it? My personal take on the old Jeep station wagons by Willys is that they are really quite cool looking and have great restorability. I like the Jeep look. It retains the tough utilitarian shape and style that Jeep should never lose sight of...ever!
Nicely Restored 1948 Willys Overland Station Wagon 2wd See Jeep Lover Rafael's story and photos of Willys Wagons in Mexico!
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