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Jeep kicks off 80th anniversary celebrations

Robert Barry · 0 comments

Paying homage to the 1948 Willys Overland CJ-3A, Jeep Australia is releasing a limited run of 130 MY21 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Willys in dealerships from April 2021.

It heralds the brands commencement of celebrating its 80th anniversary of production. 

The limited-edition Wrangler Unlimited Willys is based on the 3.6L Night Eagle but with a few specification upgrades such as the Dana M220 rear axle combined with a standard anti-spin rear differential.

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In addition to the gloss black exterior grille and 17-inch MOAB black aluminium wheels the limited-edition Wrangler also wears a Willys hood decal and a 4 Wheel Drive rear swing gate decal.   

The interior features a silver-platinum instrument mid-panel and there are all-weather slush mats provided.

Four colours will be available for the Wrangler Unlimited Willys including Bright White, Black, Sting Grey and Sarge Green.

“The Jeep Willys Overland CJ-3A is an off-road icon and we’re offering a modern model to the market that features an array of 4×4 upgrades and unique styling that honours the Jeep heritage,” Jeep Australia brand and product strategy director Guillaume Drelon says.

The Willys limited-edition is priced from $61,941, plus on road costs and dealer delivery.

Robert Barry

Robert Barry has been reporting on the Australasian automotive and transport sector since June 2003. A member of the New Zealand Motoring Writers Guild since 2005, Robert has also previously held the positions of secretary, vice-president and president. His work has appeared in newspapers, magazines, and on the web. He holds a Class 2 and a Class 4 heavy transport licence and knows his way around a manual transmission.

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