From their early days of inception during 1932, military jeeps have served as a symbol of pride, reliability and honor. Through the history of the military jeep, there have been different makes, models and manufacturers. One thing remains the same no matter what the year, make or who manufactured the jeep and that is its collector’s monetary and personal value. Finding a military jeep is a journey in itself. Once a jeep is found and purchased, finding parts for these beauties is another quest entirely. There are a number of resources for finding these jeeps and parts to purchase.

Websites

The internet is filled with websites you can check out that offer jeeps for sale, pricing/cost and the jeep's current value information. A simple search engine query can yield hundreds of listings of websites. These websites offer information that can put you in contact with listings of jeeps for sale by private owners or companies. In addition, brokers are available and can be found on the web. Some brokers already have a list of jeeps they have access to, while others are willing to go search for you personally based on your desires and budget needs.

Trade Magazines

There are a number of trade magazines to look through for military jeeps. There are auto trading magazines that list all different vehicles for sale. The chance of finding military jeeps in these magazines is slim, but there is still a chance. Military magazines often have classified sections that would increase your chance of finding a military jeep listed for sale. Military magazines are targeting a specific group of people looking for specific product. Anytime you can get your hands on military magazine, you increase your chances over a general auto trading magazine.

Communities

Communities are a great place to search for military jeeps. One tip is to try starting with parades. A community with a military base nestled into it will sure have military vehicles of one form or another in its parades. After the parade, you can network with the drivers to find out who has jeeps and if anyone is looking to sell one. Jeep owners are notorious for networking due to the need for no-longer-circulated or hard to find parts.

Military Surplus Auctions

Military surplus auctions are a hidden gem. You can find a plethora of military memorabilia at a surplus auction. These auctions often have old jeeps, engines and other collectible items. A simple online search can yield a list of available auctions and even a list of items to be auctioned at these auctions. Also, check the local military shops or military magazines for listings of surplus auctions. Military surplus auctions often are a menagerie of old items that have been stored in the warehouses for years and are no longer needed. Since the military disposes of outdated military jeeps, you stand a good chance of picking one up at a military surplus auction.

What makes a military jeep so collectible?

For some it’s the ability to possess a piece of history of yesteryear that draws their passion to buying a military jeep. Others feel it’s a sense of honor to have a vehicle that once served in military action. Some collectors simply collect military jeep for the monetary value of the item. No matter the reason for collecting them, military jeeps are indeed a collector’s item. It’s a toss-up as to which the greater joy is to be found; owning one, hunting for one or restoring one. Either way, there are a number of places to start the journey so you can decide which joy is better.