Another unforgettable year at Easter Jeep Safari is in the books, and this one brought the heat. Moab’s red rocks never disappoint, and neither did the rigs that came to conquer them. But one truck in particular stole the lens: Pat Soffe’s 1956 Willys pickup, a trail-built icon that blends vintage soul with modern off-road muscle.
We had the chance to catch up with Pat right in the heart of Moab to hear the story behind this timeless machine. From the start, this Willys was built with purpose. Over the years, it’s evolved into the beast it is today rocking a set of THRET® beadlock wheels and ready to take on any line that comes its way.
“This Willys isn’t just a showpiece — it’s a tool built for real adventure.”
From custom fabrication to functional upgrades, Pat’s attention to detail and passion for wheeling are stamped into every inch of this rig. It’s not just a showpiece, though it could easily turn heads anywhere — it’s a tool built for real adventure. And that’s what EJS is all about.
Take a closer look at what makes this Willys so special. Whether you’re drawn to the legacy or live for the lifestyle, Pat’s build speaks straight to the heart of off-road culture. Follow Pat’s epic crawls at @offpvmt.
Big shoutout to Milestar Tires, Revolution Gear & Axle, Moab ICE, and everyone we had a chance to hang with out there. You made this year the beginning of something great!
Stay tuned for more event coverage, behind-the-scenes features, and rigs that live and breathe the THRET® spirit.
