1942 Ford GPW

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Snook’s Dream Cars is a multi-generational collection of cars that started when Bill and his son Jeff restored a 1929 Model A Ford in 1963. The collection grew into a public museum serving Bowling Green, OH over the last two decades, with an emphasis on keeping the cars road-worthy and regularly enjoyed. Their in-house service gained local reputation for high-quality service, keeping classics on the road in their best condition possible. Hagerty Marketplace is proud to present Snook's Dream Cars Collection, offered entirely without reserve.

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Assembling the military "jeep" was one of Ford’s contributions to the “Arsenal of Democracy.” Built to exacting U.S. Army standard-pattern specifications alongside its Willys counterpart, Ford's manufacturing expertise allowed rapid, high-volume production of this rugged, purpose-built off-roader, which became indispensable to Allied forces during World War II.

Its compact Willys four-cylinder "Go Devil" engine delivered dependable low-end torque ideal for traversing rough terrain, paired with a three-speed manual transmission and a two-speed transfer case that enabled genuine four-wheel-drive capability. The simple body was engineered for easy field maintenance, with a flat hood suited for makeshift repairs or even map tables. Distinctive Ford "F" script stamped into the frame rails remains a key to identifying genuine GPW production.