Rest in Peace...Pics of Resting Vintage and Classics

PAVAN KADAM · 16th August 2008, 00:50

Found this lovely looking low bonnet "JEEP"- somehow a jeep badging for a low bonnet does not connect any loose wires in my brain.

I've so far thought low bonnets only came in Fords and Willy's, but a JEEP

Anyone who can shed a light on this.

Stanher · 16th August 2008, 01:33

Pavan,

Quite simple- its a low bonnet (most likely Ford) fitted with a Jeep tail-gate!

Uh, is it for sale??

PAVAN KADAM · 16th August 2008, 01:35

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Originally Posted by Stanher

Pavan,

Quite simple- its a low bonnet (most likely Ford) fitted with a Jeep tail-gate!

Uh, is it for sale??

, that was a fast and nice reply.

Its got amby engine into it and enquiring with the security there, says this jeep is not for sale.

V-16 · 16th August 2008, 02:08

Well I dont know about MBs (which this jeep sure looks like) but the early models of the CJ2A had brass plates on the bonnet and windscreen with "JEEP" stamped on them. Later models had "JEEP" stamped on the same places on the body itself so im guessing that the mbs too had "JEEP" stamped sin the pic but im not sure.
The interior dash ahs a couple of things missing like the light that lit the meters as the MB meters had no internal light.
Jeep Gurus, could you shed some light on this?

Dussey · 16th August 2008, 13:46

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Originally Posted by V-16

Well I dont know about MBs (which this jeep sure looks like) but the early models of the CJ2A had brass plates on the bonnet and windscreen with "JEEP" stamped on them. Later models had "JEEP" stamped on the same places on the body itself so im guessing that the mbs too had "JEEP" stamped sin the pic but im not sure.
The interior dash ahs a couple of things missing like the light that lit the meters as the MB meters had no internal light.
Jeep Gurus, could you shed some light on this?

Only the early (1942) MBs and GPWs had their respective names
stampled on the rear for a short period. This was discontinued subsequently in end 1942, as the US Government did not permit both Willys and Ford to stamp their names as these vehicles were made under Government contracts for the War. However the data plates in the dashboard has either the 'Ford' or 'Willys' in them. Willys registered their name after the war and the civilian models which came out, starting with CJ2's had the 'Willys' stamping on both sides of the bonnet and the Tailgate (The MBs & GPWs had no tailgates).
When Kaiser took over Willys Overland they registered the 'Jeep' name.Hence one will find the later jeeps with the 'Jeep' logo.
The '42 jeeps with the names stamped are rare and hence referred to as "Script" jeeps. Posting some pics of the script in my '42 'Script' GPW.

S.B.Jatti · 27th August 2008, 00:29

A Ford Mustang 1966 garaged in a kerosene warehouse about thirty years ago probably due to non availibility of parts for repair, was discovered and taken out a couple of months back. Some interesting pictures. Unbeleavable ????

V-16 · 27th August 2008, 00:47

Oh my god. Now thats what I call a find!! Is it your car? Whats happening to it now? Do you have access to the restoration process?

CaliforniaKnight · 27th August 2008, 00:53

wow a great discovery indeed.give it the life it deserves.

Cyrus43 · 27th August 2008, 01:01

Holy mother of God!!! That is a Stunner of a find!! I am feeling even more guilty that i let that 1100 go...

Prabal · 27th August 2008, 01:05

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Originally Posted by S.B.Jatti

A Ford Mustang 1966 garaged in a kerosene warehouse about thirty years ago probably due to non availibility of parts for repair, was discovered and taken out a couple of months back. Some interesting pictures. Unbeleavable ????

Does she get turned on by kerosene now, Shiva?

speedy · 27th August 2008, 01:30

Wow! great find S.B.Jatti. whats the deal now with the car? is it going to be restored? i hope the owner does.

67Bug · 27th August 2008, 10:05

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Originally Posted by V-16

Oh my god. Now thats what I call a find!! Is it your car? Whats happening to it now? Do you have access to the restoration process?

Yes guys this really is a super car and is now in safe hands. It is part of the Titus Collection in Delhi. I hear that the car is so original that it still has all its original Decals. Had hardly been driven couple of thousand kms. Has the original upholstery, trims, badges etc.

Also hear it is now completely washed, oiled, fuelled and couple of new parts here and there and is roaring like a Mustang Should.

Also had all the original RC books, papers, manual etc. Will get an opportunity to see this vehicle in my next trip to Delhi and will surely click pictures and send to all (ofcourse with owners permission)

S.B.Jatti · 27th August 2008, 13:01

It will be restored shortly. Shall keep a track and post pictures about the progress.

Stanher · 27th August 2008, 14:16

Wow, intriguing to know that a car- that too an imported one- that has been lying in such a state for 20 years is still solid and complete! 'cant wait to see it in its restored state.
Incidentally, I used to be crazy about the early mustangs when I was a kid, ever since I saw the pic. of one in my first book on classic cars bought by my dad!

PAVAN KADAM · 27th August 2008, 14:21

Thats a great find, and it was sure resting in peace.

Whats up with it right now, any updated pics on that Mustang, anybody?

Kindly update ASAP.

16th August 2008, 00:50	#151
PAVAN KADAM BANNED Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: NAMMA BENGALURU Posts: 5,602 Thanked: 2,549 Times	Found this lovely looking low bonnet "JEEP"- somehow a jeep badging for a low bonnet does not connect any loose wires in my brain. I've so far thought low bonnets only came in Fords and Willy's, but a JEEP Anyone who can shed a light on this. Attached Thumbnails
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16th August 2008, 01:33	#152
Stanher Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Hyderabad, AP Posts: 6,491 Thanked: 2,087 Times View My Garage	Pavan, Quite simple- its a low bonnet (most likely Ford) fitted with a Jeep tail-gate! Uh, is it for sale??
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16th August 2008, 02:08	#154
V-16 Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2005 Location: mumbai Posts: 4,594 Thanked: 950 Times View My Garage	Well I dont know about MBs (which this jeep sure looks like) but the early models of the CJ2A had brass plates on the bonnet and windscreen with "JEEP" stamped on them. Later models had "JEEP" stamped on the same places on the body itself so im guessing that the mbs too had "JEEP" stamped sin the pic but im not sure. The interior dash ahs a couple of things missing like the light that lit the meters as the MB meters had no internal light. Jeep Gurus, could you shed some light on this?
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27th August 2008, 00:29	#156
S.B.Jatti BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: New Delhi Posts: 453 Thanked: 254 Times	A Ford Mustang 1966 garaged in a kerosene warehouse about thirty years ago probably due to non availibility of parts for repair, was discovered and taken out a couple of months back. Some interesting pictures. Unbeleavable ???? Attached Thumbnails
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27th August 2008, 00:47	#157
V-16 Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2005 Location: mumbai Posts: 4,594 Thanked: 950 Times View My Garage	Oh my god. Now thats what I call a find!! Is it your car? Whats happening to it now? Do you have access to the restoration process?
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27th August 2008, 00:53	#158
CaliforniaKnight BHPian Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: IND + DXB Posts: 980 Thanked: 141 Times View My Garage	wow a great discovery indeed.give it the life it deserves.
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27th August 2008, 01:01	#159
Cyrus43 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London Posts: 5,019 Thanked: 221 Times View My Garage	Holy mother of God!!! That is a Stunner of a find!! I am feeling even more guilty that i let that 1100 go...
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27th August 2008, 01:30	#161
speedy Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Mumbai Meri Jaan Posts: 6,197 Thanked: 1,023 Times View My Garage	Wow! great find S.B.Jatti. whats the deal now with the car? is it going to be restored? i hope the owner does.
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27th August 2008, 13:01	#163
S.B.Jatti BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: New Delhi Posts: 453 Thanked: 254 Times	It will be restored shortly. Shall keep a track and post pictures about the progress.
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27th August 2008, 14:16	#164
Stanher Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Hyderabad, AP Posts: 6,491 Thanked: 2,087 Times View My Garage	Wow, intriguing to know that a car- that too an imported one- that has been lying in such a state for 20 years is still solid and complete! 'cant wait to see it in its restored state. Incidentally, I used to be crazy about the early mustangs when I was a kid, ever since I saw the pic. of one in my first book on classic cars bought by my dad!
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27th August 2008, 14:21	#165
PAVAN KADAM BANNED Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: NAMMA BENGALURU Posts: 5,602 Thanked: 2,549 Times	Thats a great find, and it was sure resting in peace. Whats up with it right now, any updated pics on that Mustang, anybody? Kindly update ASAP.
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