Highlights 

• Period Navy version, built in December 1944 
• Full restoration from A to Z carried out by a Jeep specialist, completed in 2022 
• Only 540 km driven since the restoration 
• Thoughtful improvements, including a tougher T90 gearbox 
• Also fitted with a battery cut-off switch, a 12-volt electrical system, and a Hotchkiss carburetor 
• Supplied with its canvas hood, doors, a jerrycan, an axe, a spade/shovel, a tonneau cover, and various period accessories 
  
  

The appeal

 
The Jeep is often associated with landings, sandy tracks, and the toughest terrain. Yet its remarkable versatility also played an essential role within the U.S. Navy. Painted in Navy blue or “armoured steel” gray, the Jeeps were used in particular as liaison vehicles on aircraft carriers and as transport for ground support teams.
 
This 1944 Willys MB has been the subject of a complete restoration carried out by a Jeep specialist, completed in 2022. Since then, it’s said to have covered only 540 km. The result reflects a real attention to detail: “armoured steel” gray paint, USS Iowa markings, and period accessories all contribute to an especially well-finished presentation.
 
A few discreet improvements were also made to make it easier to use in today’s driving conditions. These include a T90 gearbox from the M38—known for being more robust—a more economical Hotchkiss carburetor, and a conversion of the electrical system to 12 volts with a battery cut-off switch.
 
With its removable canvas hood, doors, tonneau cover, axe, shovel, and jerrycan, this Willys MB has all the hallmarks of a particularly appealing collectible military vehicle.
 

Key information

• Odometer: 540 km driven since restoration, according to the seller; total mileage unknown 
• Country of registration: France 
• Technical inspection: not provided 
• Engine: 2,199 cc Willys MB “Go Devil” 4-cylinder petrol 
• Transmission: T90 manual gearbox from the M38 
• Electrical system: converted to 12 volts 
• Documents: French registration certificate

  

Details

• Full restoration from A to Z completed in 2022 by a Jeep specialist 
• Presented in a configuration inspired by a USS Iowa support vehicle, finished in “armoured steel” gray with specific markings 
• Only 540 km driven since the end of the restoration 
• T90 gearbox from the M38 installed as a replacement for the original unit 
• Hotchkiss carburetor fitted 
• Electrical system converted from 6 to 12 volts 
• Vacuum wipers fitted 
• Battery cut-off switch installed 
• Fitted with a canvas hood and doors 
• Comes with a fire extinguisher, a jerrycan, a spade/shovel, an axe, a starter crank handle, and a pump housed under the seat 
• The seller states that the vehicle is in near-new condition 
• Roadworthiness/driveability is described as particularly satisfying for this type of historic vehicle