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James’ 1950 CJ-3A Project

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Seventeen year old James emailed me the other day asking if I’d like to stop by and see his jeep while I was in Denver.  Of course, my answer was yes, so we arranged a time to visit yesterday.

After meeting him and his father, I learned that this was James’ first vehicle project.  After deciding he wanted an old flat fender, he looked around some before he found a great deal on a 1950 CJ-3A with an overdrive, a sound body and frame, and a running engine.  Unfortunately, after buying the jeep, he quickly discovered his 6’8″ body was a little lanky for a flattie.  Since he is a little big for it, his goal is to give it a light restoration, get it running good, and then sell it.  It looks oike a great father/son project and I wish them the best of luck with it!  So, expect to see this CJ-3A available on eWillys at some future point. Thanks goes to James for emailing me and sharing his jeep.

 
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1951 CJ-3A Scottsdale, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9500.

That’s not much rope on the front bumper.  It looks in good shape.

“1951 Willys CJ-3A Jeep Overland 4×4 Go DevilThis CJ3A has its original Go Devil engine- runs and drives great.
Never been cut or modified.
Very good original condition with cosmetic improvements.
Paint, seats, bikini top and full top with side curtains (never been used) were done by previous and show minimal wear.
Purchased in Prescott, AZ about 12 years ago from the estate of a man who was said to be the original owner.
AZ Title shows 31,755 miles (12 years ago) and is marked Box A (actual).
Odometer now shows 45,000 miles.

 
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1953 CJ-3A Wilton, Ca $3500

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No pics provided.

“Im selling my 53 willys jeep has a 283 chevy for power and sm420 trans all other drive trian is gactory jeep but rebilt,spring over on 33 inch tires aluminum hatd top included tires new, new seats powersteering chevy tilt steering column

Thembads are
The batterey tray needs to be re welded easy fix.
The powersteering high pressure hose has a very slow leak.
contact wayne anytime at 916 825 3496 or text ps. Willl trade for vw or mercedes diesel car cummins truck”

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/2665467532.html

 
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1952 CJ-3A Portland, OR **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was $1500

This has enough updates to be wroth a look.  There may be some good value here or may make a good project.

“1952 Willy’s CJ2A Asking $1500 FIRM. This is your next project
I have owned this Jeep since 1996. I am in the 2nd rebuild and need to pass it along to the next guy. I recently brought it to Portland from central oregon where it was stored for 4 years. Although the body has some rust, it was slowed down from being down there. The motor, trans and transfer case are not in the Jeep.

Includes
35×12.50 Wild Country Radial tires on aluminum rims
custom made 44 front axle. open knuckle, 4.09, detroit tru trac
44 rear axle, 4.09, detroit no spin
spring over front end with shackles reversed
dual shock posts to front end, boxed front end and winch mount platform
ford top loader, dana 20 transfer case (not installed)
metal body”

 

 
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1950 CJ-3A Willow Creek, Ca $5000

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UPDATE: Still Available

(08/04/2011) The seller says to put “Willys” when replying to the add (to weed out spam).

“1950 Willys, been converted to a 12 volt system., been painted a few times in the last 60 years, New flywheel ring gear, engine has been rebuilt a few year ago, other then that its mostly original. Runs great, We drive it almost every week in the summer, I don’t know how much to ask for it yet, Its hard to find compairable Willys like this one. I’m putting it out for offers. I will eventually come up with better photos. Please mention Willys in your reply. thanks”

http://humboldt.craigslist.org/cto/2663011186.html

 
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1951 CJ-3A Overland Park, Ks $3000

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UPDATE:  Price dropped to $3000

(05/30/2011) The windshield seems to be tilted a bit far back.

“I have a 1951 Jeep Willys CJ3A for sale. This girl is fun to drive and with summer here, will be a fun in the sun antique to drive. This jeep looks like it could have crawled up the beaches of Normandy and is a 4×4 that won’t get stuck in the mud. This Jeep is not mint or show quality, but it is in overall good body condition. The upgraded engine is a chevy V6 and it runs very well. It has updated wiring and is street legal. Has the side mounted axe and shovel, gas can, and spare tire. It has a front tow bar so that you can pull it with a 2inch ball to the lake or to your hunting spot. This jeep gets a lot of attention wherever it goes. I”m asking $4,500. I’ve brought the Jeep into the city from storage so if interested give me a call at 913-424-2188 to take a look.

1951 Jeep Willys CJ3A features:
4 speed
Updated wiring
4X4 hi and lo
Painted desert sand with WWII D-Day star markings
Tub rubber coated
Under seat tool box
V6 chevy engine
GPS speedometer
Working horn
All terrain tires with spare tire and mount
Gas can mount and can
Shovel and Axe side mounted
Tailgate
Custom storage box for tailgate
PTO
Roll bar
Canvas back seat
Vinyl bikini top
Front tow bar
Titled, tagged as KS antique, and street legal
Manual wipers”

http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/2658683591.html

 
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1950 CJ-3A Whitefish, Mt **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.

This looks good for the price assuming it runs.

 

 
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Stainless Steel CJ-3A Los Angeles, Ca $7500

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UPDATE:  Price dropped to $7500.

(06/24/2010) It looks like a nice enough jeep.

“I was a leader in the off road industry for decades. I use to own the leading off road company. when i was young I built this Jeep from the ground up in 1967. It has only about 8,000 miles on it (95 percent offroad). It has been featured in magazines like Four Wheeler (i can email articles). It has a Stainless Steel body which is probably worth the asking price alone. I had one, my brother has one and we sold one in 1968 to someone, I do not know of any others that were produced like this. It has a Buick V-6 engine (it is special, steel crank not cast) that was producing 225 horsepower for 225 cubic inches Naturally (no turbo, no NOS, no blower). It has a Borg Warner T-10 Transmission with Hurst shifter, Dana 30 open Knuckel front end with positraction (6 gear steel) 3.73 ratio, disc brakes, Dana 44 rear with positraction. And of course Rancho Suspension. The Jeep has only been driven a few miles (under 400 miles in last 25 years and that is on road) since 1985 when my dad died and I lost interest in going off road. It has a miss at 4000 RPM probably due to not being run much. It is not as slow as some Jeeps, it does over 65 MPH in 1st gear! (it has a 4speed). The fastest i have had it is about 120 MPH in 4th and it had more but it was scary at that speed. This is for an Enthusiast or collector, it is street legal but this was built for off-road.
I HAVE ADVERTISED FOR $13500 AND IT IS WORTH OVER $25,000. I HAVE NOW OFFERED AT UNDER $10,000 SOMEONE WILL GET ONE HELL OF A JEEP. SERIOUS BUYERS ONLY. 310 2921182 GENE my price is firm so please do not even respond if you can not afford the asking price”

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/cto/2655372381.html

 
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1951 CJ-3A Boulder, Co **SOLD**

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UPDATE:**SOLD** Was $5000

“This 1951 Willy’s Jeep has a 1976 Buick V6 in it with an electronic ignition (very handy). It has the original transmission with the overdrive. It runs quite well. I have a wife and two kids. It no longer functions in our family program. It needs someone to care for it and love it. It’s been stored in a garage for the last 20 years. It has some rust only on the surface. In my opinion all it needs is a sandblasting job and some Linex. also some gasket replacement underneath. Based on my pricing research this is a good price. I am not willing to sell it for any less. Purely on principal alone.

 
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1951 CJ-3A McLean, Tx $3000

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This might be a M-38.

“Call or txt for more info 806-576-9279”

http://amarillo.craigslist.org/cto/2654254890.html

 
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1953 Model? White Cloud, Mi $1500

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No pics provided.

“old army issue 4 cylinder manual trans. Phone # 231-335-8092 1500.00 obo”

http://centralmich.craigslist.org/cto/2654138963.html

 
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1951 CJ-3A Green Bay, Wi **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.

(05/27/2011)  “51 willys jeep for sale. runs and drives, has jeep v6 engine which was a common swap from what I hear. frame is very solid but body was reskinned, looks good but needs a little work. $2500 obo”

 
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1949 CJ-3A Socastee, SC **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000

(04/08/2011) This is a stock CJ-3A with some rust issues. It runs and drives.

“This jeep has been in my family since 1982. My grandfather did a ground up restore in 1987. He and I used it to for hunting in NY. I had it shiped down here from NY two years ago in hopes to restore it to 1987 condition again. But I don’t see that happening any time soon. I hate to sell it but i guess its just the sign of the times. I have done my research online and know alot about this jeep and know their value. The jeep needs some body work. It runs good. Its been sitting for over 15 years and all I did was put a electric fuel pump on it a battery, new plugs and wires..It took a few mins but it started right up and ran just like it did 20 years ago. I drove it around the farm a few time with the kids and parked it behind my shop where it has sat now for two years. The interior is in good shape but needs a drivers seat.I have the seat but it has a bad rip in it so i took it out the passengers seat is in good condition. I have removed the gas tank due to the 20+ year old gas that was in the tank (and it still ran with that gas in it). I was planing on installing a ploy tank but never did. The jeep also needs a brake job. I do have a new master cylinder for it that also needs to be installed. The motor is a flat head 4, with a foot button starter that still works good. All gages are still in place and all work but the speedo. The hearter even still blows. And the head lights still work ..I did put a new tire when i got the jeep due to the dry rot..the other tires are still somewhat ok… If your are SERIOUS about this jeep , email me and I will send you more detailed pics of it cause i can only put so many on here..”

 
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1948 CJ-2A 1949 CJ-3A Wausau, Wi $1995

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This looks like good deal.  It sounds like they both run?

“1948 green Jeep CJ2, engine, transmission, running gear, frame, all in good working order.
1949 yellow Jeep CJ3, engine, transmission, running gear, frame, all in good working order. Engine needs valve job.
Both Jeeps would be great for a frame-up restoration, or use one for parts
Or Best Offer.”

http://wausau.craigslist.org/cto/2647609749.html

 
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1949/1983 Flattie Apache Junction, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500

‘1949 Willys on 1983 CJ running gear

Dana 300 transfer case; 2.5l 4cyl; 5spd mt; 31 x 10.50 tires; lockers; gun racks; winch mounts front & back

TOO MUCH TO LIST – $5500 OBO (utility trailer included)”

 
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1949 CJ-3A Manchester, NH **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.

Tub is off the frame and isn’t in good condition.

“’49 CJ 3A, body is too far gone, hood and grill are good, frame is excellent. Tub is off of frame, saved it for template for purchasing new body. First year for 3A. Selling because I need to get to a manageable number of Jeeps. Please no texts call and leave a message and I’ll get back to you.”

 
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1951 CJ-3A? San Jose, Ca $7500

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The body appears to be MB/GPW.

“For your consideration is a cleanly & near fully restored 1951 Willys
CJ2A(?)Jeep 4X4. Appropriately nicknamed The Killer Bee (& having 3
hand painted Custom logo), this project began as a repair this, and
make that, and with time gradually ended up becoming essentially a
Top-down Custom Restoration project. With Approximately $14,500
invested, my loss is YOUR GAIN!! For Sale – $7500, obo.

This Willys is being listed for a friend, so reply by phone, NOT by email.
The phone number is shown at the end of this description.

This jeep has been garage stored nearly all the time especially in the
winter. Before restoration, original body rust was very minimal.
This Willys is loaded with custom made parts, and the outer body
and BUCKET interior has NOT been commercially painted having instead
been Coated with Yellow Rhino Coating with Heavy Texture for
providing an extremely durable surface for the most demanding or
abusive conditions. Rhino coating is a virtually indestructible Truck
Line-a-Bed product. Polyurethane based, Low VOC, coated with a very
heavy texture, uncommon for automotive surfaces, but will hide dirt on
this bright color very well. You could throw a wrench, or a full size
long nailed dog could jump on the hood without leaving a mark. This
surface coating is often used on smaller ATVs. For further info click
the following link http://www.rhinolinings.com/index.php
The expertly custom designed and manufactured black removable
hardtop was made with aluminum sheet-metal & is also Rhino coated
yet the hardtop has an awesome Medium texture. This gorgeous top
includes 2 rectangular rear side windows, and an aesthetically sized
oval rear window & matching removable black coated doors for both
the driver and passenger sides with lockable door handles, and custom
lockable sliding windows. The doors can be installed or removed in
minutes, and are easily stored. The fully handmade custom hardtop
& doors were strategically creased to blend for fit, form & function.
Other custom parts include the cool exterior rear mounted spare tire
bracket fabricated from standard cold rolled steel (CRS)tubing simply
designed 2″ X 2″ CRS rear bumper and painted black. Interior features
include a custom Full cage roll bar, painted black, and nearly fully
covered with matching bright yellow foam padding. The dash board
having standard speedometer, odometer, & fuel gauges is cleanly
lacquered in matching yellow paint. Included are electric windshield
wipers for the original drop down front military windshield. The original
glove box and door remain to maintain originality. Newer electronics
included a Cobra CB radio with electronics integral to the handset.
The super-long CB antenna mounts externally to the passenger side,
and is usually looped to the windshield while cruising around town.
A Marine AM/FM/CD player stereo is installed between & just behind
the front seats. 2 quality speakers are mounted on or near the rear
fender wells. A portable electric heater/defroster is included
which plugs into the spare 12vDC cigarette lighter outlet jack, and is
temporarily mounted to the windshield when necessary during the cold
winter months.

Interested buyers please call (seven-seven 5) four 2 three- eightyone 60.
If no answer – please leave a message with name and phone number.”

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/2647939172.html

 
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1951 CJ-3A Fond du Lac, Wi **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

The flames really make it go fast.  This runs. This has a Worman half cab.

“This jeep has been stored indoors since the 70’s until just this April when I purchased. I have a free and clear title that will go with upon payment. Mechanically this jeep works and runs great. It has a PTO and was set up as a plow truck for a small business. The jeep runs great, shifts, stops, plow setup works as it should and plow goes up and down as well as side to side. I do have the plow blade but it is not pictured. The frame and chassis seems solid and complete but the body has fallen apart and has been patched up to be functional over the years. The origiginal gas tank no longer is hooked up and gas is gotten from an outboard motor tank sitting in the back of jeep. If you need a good complete chassis or parts this is your chance here. Will need to be trailed for safety reasons as it has not run on the road for many many years. The plow blade is comletely good and functional, but was not handy to photo.

Like I said earlier this engine runs great and everyhting seems complete and working chassis wise including the transfer case, etc. Mileage is unknown.  Please do not bid if you can not pickup by Sunday Oct 23rd unless making arrangements first.””

 
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1945? CJ-3A? Quartzsite, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4980.

“Body Style: Other
Mileage: None Provided
Transmission: Manual
Engine: 4 Cylinder
Doors: 2
Exterior: Red
Interior: Black
Fabric: Vinyl
1950 Jeep CJ2 – 4X4 – 4 cyl. – Flathead”

 
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1953 CJ-3A Plainwell, MI **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $700

“UP FOR SALE IS A CLASSIC WILLYS CJ3A JEEP $700.00 OR BEST OFFER

NOW IS YOUR CHANCE TO OWN A PIECE OF HISTORY,
THIS WON’T LAST LONG AS IT WILL ALSO BE LISTED ON EBAY WITHIN A WEEK

FLATHEAD 4 CYLINDER 134 ci (2.2L)(2199 CC) 60 HP
3 SPEED + REVERSE T-84 TRANSMISSION (MANUAL)
-ALL ORIGINAL PARTS

THIS IS NOT CURRENTLY RUNNABLE / DRIVE-ABLE

THE STARTER IS MISSING, I AM TOLD THAT THE ENGINE WAS PRODUCED BY FORD FOR WILLYS
AND THAT A FORD TRACTOR STARTER IS THE SAME STARTER AS THIS SHOULD HAVE.”

 
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1952 CJ-3A Gorham, Me **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3200.

This needs rear lights at the very least.

“1952 Willys CJ3 Jeep. Partially restored. Is in running condition. Everything works. Great little toy for someone who has an interest in antique Jeeps and is willing to finish the restoration process.”

 
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Year? Flattie Colville, Wa $1500 or trade

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This was for sale earlier this year, but it looks like it the body is higher than in previous pictures.

“I have a 1942 willys flatfender jeep. With a 289 in it. Jeep runs and drives and 4wheel drive works!. Needs a few small things to be road worthy, (brake work, lights,alignment etc) awesome project or wheel it now!

looking to trade for ur mk1,mk2 vw’s. In running operation condition. Or the first 1500 bucks takes it home with the title!
Lemme know what u got. Email me or txt me 509-six8zero4five nine six. Thanks”

http://spokane.craigslist.org/bar/2643278058.html

 
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1952 CJ-3A Petaluma, Ca **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2600

(09/12/2011) This appears pretty stock.

“For sale is a 1952 Willys Jeep. 4 Cylinder, 12 volt, runs good, registered with pink slip. ”

 
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1952 CJ-3A Parker, CO **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was $3600

(01/13/2010) This jeep looks very cold.

Updated Front Hubs, 12 Volt Conversion, Electric Wench, 5 Gun Racks, Buddy Seats in Back, Tow Bar, Runs Well, Needs Body and Paint Work.”

 
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1950 CJ-3A Somers, Ct $3900

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This has a mb/gpw body.

“Rare, 1950’s CJ3A Willy jeep. Runs and drives!! I am pretty sure its a military body (told by many people). Jeep was restored about five or six years ago. Chassis and body are very solid and has no rust. Has original 4clyinder engine. We recently installed new master cylinder, all new rubber brake flex lines. All new wheel cylinders. Aluminum steering wheel, New all weather seats. Flushed fuel tank, new fuel filters. Fun vehicle to drive year round.. Need to sell, losing our storage space.

Please no emails, just call. Josh @ 860-209-3990”

http://hartford.craigslist.org/cto/2637951139.html