2/25/2023 0 Comments 1942 ford gpw serial numbers![]() ![]() Air Cleaner AC pancake type with original cast solid wing nuts. Generator / starter original with correct name plates. Oil cleaner housing original with correct stenciling. Radiator original “F” marked, Hoses, clamps period correct. Front lights use correct Steelite bulbs, original “F” marked taillight bulbs. Carburetor with markings correct for period. Oil tube and dipsticks original correct style for period. Motor serial number 1112 (very rare old motor). ![]() Motor rebuilt with only 41 miles since completion. New canvas top, half door covering and seats cushion with correct zipper style. Glove box with original early locking latch. Body tub restored with all correct “F” marking – back panel “FORD” script. Original Ford leaf springs with beveled edges and correct clips. Transmission rebuilt with new gears “F” marked with correct with right hand drain holes. Firestone tires with correct tread pattern in split rims, right hand/left hand lug nuts. Axles rebuilt with new gears in “F” marked transfer case. Here are the full details of the restoration and significance, all done to original specifications: The highest attention to detail and historical preservation was fulfilled throughout the process, which awarded this GPW with the Gold Award from the Military Vehicle Preservation Association. The frame is an early MB (Willys) frame stamped serial No. ![]() The vehicle was recently restored from frame up, frame, body, top, running gear, gauges, tires, canvas period correct. This vehicle was originally produced for battle but never made it overseas, built in the Chester, PA Ford Plant with a delivery date of February 23, 1942. Garage Kept Motors is honored to offer this beautiful Ford GPW - true dedication to U.S. To be sure you access all the more than 155 photographs, as well as a short start-up and walk-around video, please go to our main website: Garage Kept Motors.) (Please note: If you happen to be viewing this Ford GPW on a website other than our Garage Kept Motors site, it's possible that you've only seen some of our many photographs of the car due to third-party website limitations. Incredible Period Correct, Show Stopping Ford/Jeep Gold Award from MVPA (Military Vehicle Preservation Association) 134.2ci 4-Cylinder with 3 Speed Manual and 4WD Period Correct Olive Drab paint with Green Canvas 1942 Ford GPW 1/4 Ton 4x4 - Commonly Known as a Military Jeep ![]()
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