This Beautiful 1945 Willys Cj-2A Overland Open Frame Jeep Model "AJ104" Is Presented By Old Modern Handicrafts. With the close of WWII now eminent, Willys-Overland began to consider the development of a civilian jeep that it could market beyond the scope of the militarized MB, leading to the first mass-production of the CJ-2A in 1945. Our Willys CJ-2A Jeep model is handmade out of tin. It features many intricate exterior parts such as fenders, wheels, grills, headlights, spare tires, storage compartment, and a unique open holes frame. For the interior, it includes seats, steering wheel, stick shift, and small details on dash. Display this model anywhere you like and it will surely make a conversational piece. It's truly a must-have for the collector and enthusiast!
In June 1940, With World War Ii On The Horizon, The U.S. Army Solicited Bids From 135 Automakers For A 1/4 Ton "Light Reconnaissance Vehicle" Tailored To Army Specifications. Only Three Companies Responded - Bantam, Willys, And Ford - But, Within A Year’S Time They Collectively Produced The Template For The Vehicle Known Worldwide As The "Jeep." The First Willys Mb Jeeps Were Produced In 1941, Making It The Oldest Off-Road Vehicle Ever Made, And The First Civilian Models Were Produced In 1945. It Inspired A Number Of Other Light Utility Vehicles, Such As The Land Rover Which Is The Second Oldest 4-Wheel-Drive Brand. Many Jeep Variants Serving Similar Military And Civilian Roles Have Since Been Created In Other Nations.| GENERAL INFORMATION |
| SKU | AJ104 |
| Manufacturer | Old Modern Handicrafts |
| UPC | 640901138152 |
| ShipVia | Fedex |
| Item Dimensions | 11.5L X 5W X 6.5H, Weight; 1.2 Lbs |
| Carton Dimensions | 13L X 7W X 9H, Weight; 2 Lbs |
| History | In June 1940, With World War Ii On The Horizon, The U.S. Army Solicited Bids From 135 Automakers For A 1/4 Ton "Light Reconnaissance Vehicle" Tailored To Army Specifications. Only Three Companies Responded - Bantam, Willys, And Ford - But, Within A Year’S Time They Collectively Produced The Template For The Vehicle Known Worldwide As The "Jeep." The First Willys Mb Jeeps Were Produced In 1941, Making It The Oldest Off-Road Vehicle Ever Made, And The First Civilian Models Were Produced In 1945. It Inspired A Number Of Other Light Utility Vehicles, Such As The Land Rover Which Is The Second Oldest 4-Wheel-Drive Brand. Many Jeep Variants Serving Similar Military And Civilian Roles Have Since Been Created In Other Nations. |
