Old Modern Handicrafts – 1940 Willys Quad Overland Jeep Model Car Metal
$99.86
The Jeep legend began in November 1940, in the early days of World War II, just a year before the United States entered the war. A small, four-wheel-drive prototype, the Willys “Quad”, was delivered to the US Army. The Quad was the father of the MB, CJ series, and Wrangler.
Willys refined the Quad and built 1,500 units of the Willys MA model, many of which were used in WWII. Our 1940 Jeep Willys Quad model is handmade out of iron. It features many intricate exterior parts such as fenders, convertible top, wheels, grills, headlights, spare tires, and a U.S. Army decal hood. For the interior, it includes seats, steering wheel, stick shift, and small details on dash. Only two of these Willys Quad prototypes were made. A must-have for the collector and enthusiast!
- Dimensions: The model car by Old Modern Handicrafts measures 11.5″L x 5″ W x 6.5″H inches, providing an accurate scale representation of the original 1940 Willys Quad.
- Premium Quality Material: The Old Modern Handicrafts model car is constructed from premium-grade iron, this model car boasts durability and authenticity.
- Features: It includes exterior and interior parts, such as fenders, convertible tops, wheels, grills, headlights, spare tires, seats, steering wheel, stick shift, and dash.
- Uniqueness: This Old Modern Handicrafts model car replicates the rare 1940 Willys Quad prototype, with only two ever-produced, showcasing automotive history.
- An Ideal Gift for History Lovers: This Old Modern Handicraft car model is ideal for discerning collectors and enthusiasts of military history and vintage vehicles alike.
- Elevate your Office or Home Space: This model car adds character to home or office antique decor, serving as a conversation piece that evokes nostalgia and curiosity.
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.
