Willys Coupe 392 Hemi with Blower 1941
General description :
1941 Willys Custom In the street rod world the 1941 Willys is known as one of the toughest looking cars on the street. These cars are often combined with lots of horsepower and a slick custom exterior. This 1941 Willys Custom takes all that but combines in a nostalgic Gasser dragster look that you just can't beat. The car truly looks like an old school custom from the metal flake paint to the tall gasser stance. Despite having the look the car has never ran on the strip and has accumulated only 50 miles from driving to car shows. The fiberglass Warhawk Performance body is in great condition and nicely coated in a thick metal flake Burgundy paint. This is then paired with vintage sign painted style graphics by Kirby Stafford (out of Kentucky) including the cars nick name "The Bayou Rebel." A majority of these graphics were done in Goldleaf. The stance of the car works perfectly with the overall look but was done conservatively so that the car is still very drivable. Even the Hillside Streetrod custom grill and rear bumper are done in that old track car look. It sits on a fully custom JR Fabrications chassis and custom Rocker wheels. Powering the car is a 392 Hemi V8 with dual Edelbrock carburetors, blower shop 671 blower, Hot head valve covers, and a polished Vertex Magneto distributor. It has tons a lot of power with 8:5 to 1 compression and you can easily feel all that power sitting behind the wheel. It is fitted with a lot of polished and chrome components so it shows well. Backing the motor is a 400 automatic transmission and 9" Ford rear end with 3:73 gears and 31 spline axles. The suspension is nicely done as well and the car has a Heidts front end, 2" drop axle and AFCO coilovers. Other components include Wilwood brakes. The interior of the car is done in Black with a painted to match dash. The dual leather Simpson bucket seats are comfortable and are fitted with 4 point Simpson harnesses. A custom piston shifter is mounted to the floor and moves through the gears with ease. Black faced S&W gauges grace the dash with a Sun tachometer mounted above the painted to match steering wheel. It has won many awards including the Painless top 10 and Best Period Correct at Shades of the Past and more. This car has been SOLD! Please check out our other ads!
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1941 Willys Coupe 392 Hemi with Blower is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Arlington by Classical Gas for Not priced.
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Car type : Car Make : Willys Model : Coupe Model Version : 392 Hemi with Blower Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1941 Location : Arlington
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About Willys
The Willys-Overland Company, later known simply as Willys, was an American automobile manufacturer that played a significant role in automotive history. Here's an overview of the story of Willys:Early Years:
Founding: The company was founded by John North Willys in 1908 in Toledo, Ohio, initially as the Willys-Overland Motor Company. John Willys acquired the Overland Automotive Division of Standard Wheel Company, which produced the Overland automobile.
Early Success: Willys-Overland experienced success in the early 1910s, producing vehicles like the Overland Model 79, which was a popular car due to its affordability and reliability.
World War I:
Military Contracts: During World War I, Willys-Overland secured significant contracts to supply vehicles for the war effort. The company's production capabilities were crucial for the military, producing trucks and automobiles for various purposes.
Introduction of the Jeep:
WWII Contribution: In the build-up to World War II, Willys-Overland, along with other automakers, responded to the U.S. Army's request for a lightweight, all-terrain reconnaissance vehicle. The company developed the Willys MB, which became the iconic Jeep.
Jeep Legacy: The Jeep, with its ruggedness, versatility, and reliability, played a crucial role in World War II. Its success led to the establishment of the Jeep brand, known for producing off-road vehicles that gained popularity in both military and civilian applications.
Post-War Period:
Civilian Jeep Models: After the war, Willys introduced civilian versions of the Jeep, like the CJ (Civilian Jeep) series, which were adapted from the wartime Willys MB. These vehicles became popular for off-road and recreational use.
Willys' Evolution and Later Years:
Ownership Changes: Willys-Overland faced financial difficulties and changed ownership several times in the post-war years, eventually becoming the Kaiser-Jeep Corporation after being acquired by Kaiser Motors in the 1950s.
End of Willys: In 1970, the American Motors Corporation (AMC) acquired Kaiser-Jeep. The Willys nameplate gradually faded away as AMC focused on the Jeep brand. Later, Chrysler acquired AMC in the 1980s and continued the production and development of Jeep vehicles.
Legacy:
Willys' legacy is primarily associated with its contribution to the automotive industry through the creation of the Jeep, a vehicle that transformed mobility during World War II and became an iconic brand in its own right. The Jeep's reputation for durability, versatility, and off-road capability originated from the innovations and success of Willys-Overland during wartime.