Jeep - Willys Hotchkiss M201 - 1950

Jeep Willys Hotchkiss M201

The Hotchkiss M201 is the French-built variant of the iconic Willys GP (Jeep), produced under license for the French military with original gun turret mount

These rugged machines have long been favourites among enthusiasts for their simplicity, character, and potential for modification. Known affectionately as 'Wicked Willy', this particular example has been comprehensively transformed from its military origins into a V8-powered machine with serious off-road capability.

At its heart sits a Land Rover V8 rebuilt to 4.2 specification, paired with a four-speed gearbox with overdrive and a transfer case offering selectable two or four-wheel drive.

Body and paint

The body was resprayed in Gloss Olive Drab and reconditioned in 2019, with the original chassis restored and protected underneath, condition is excellent

Technical condition

Engine rebuild 2017/2018

Land Rover V8 3.9 Serpentine engine rebuilt to 4.2

3.9+20 cast piston and pin 9.35
Rover 3.9/4.2 + 20 rings
Tappet and lifters set of 16
Timing Chain, Crank chain wheel, Camshaft chain wheel
Rebuilt head
Mild Camshaft
Rover 4.6 Valves
High Flow Guides and Stem Seal set
Elring 4.6 10 bolt Head Gaskets
RTC 2117 Conrod Bearings
RYC 1718 Main Bearings
STC 1961 Camshaft Bearings
Crankshaft Dampner
Stainless Steel exhaust by Ashley Motorsport

Drivetrain

4 Speed gearbox with Superwinch Over-Drive and low range
Dana 44 Rear axle 4.88 ratio
Dana 44 Front axle 4.88 ratio
Spicer 18 transfer was with Tera low conversion 2 or 4 Wheel drive

Steering

Saginaw steering box
Power steering
Burgeon steering column

Suspension and Brakes

Front and rear disc conversion - Suzuki parts
4 inch lift kit
Heavy duty shock absorbers
Rough county leaf springs
Poly bushed

Other specifications

Individual Electric wipers and wash jets
Interior heater
GPS Speedometer
OBD port for RoverGauge 8.4 diagnostic software and lead
Stainless steel fuel tank
USB port
Tiger Best-top including detachable doors
Tow hitch and electrics
33x12.50R15LT Mickey Thompson Tyres
15" Split wheels
Bucket seats and belts
Push start ignition
Side steps
Moto_Lito Steering wheel
Lucas 14CUX Ecu
Hydraulic Steering Damper
Battery terminal quick connect

Interior condition

Excellent condition, small tear on drivers seat cover, all dials and electrics functions

Documentation

Vehicle sold with UK V5c registration and export papers
EU846A import certificate with all fees paid
Previous Technical inspections
Invoices from 2001 - 2020 onwards
Specification sheet and story from magazines
USB Stick with over 350 photos from the restoration process and other PDF manuals/documents

Delivery

Transportation across EU available