1941 Willys Dragster

Also known as a Willys Americar, the 1941 Willys Dragster was built by Willys-Overland Motors.  The car was offered as either a sedan, coupe, pickup or station wagon, but it was the coupe version that gained fame as one of the favorite hotrods in the history of American hotrods.

Around 22,000 Willys Americars were built in 1941, for around $630 each.  The car was an affordable vehicle that was received well until the war caused all consumer vehicle production to be aborted as automotive manufacturers were enlisted to assist the military.  Willys was lucky enough to receive a contract to product the Jeep which led the company to regroup and focus efforts on Jeep.  Production of the Americar never resumed.

Willys Americars were difficult to fix and the lack of parts and after-sales support from Willys made the Americar the perfect hot rod canvas – many Americars had their original engines replaced and were put to the test on the drag strip.

1941 Willys Dragster Model

This 1/43 scale model of the 1941 Willys Dragster is part of Great American Dream Machines’ Quarter Mile series.  This is the red model, but it is also available in blue.  Crafted in England from durable white metal, this will make a delightful addition to any model car collection.

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