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Neither jeep has front frame horns, so it’s not clear exactly what years these are. Both appear to be militarized CJ-2As or CJ-3As in very good shape.
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“1947 & 1948 Restored Military Willys Jeeps with titles (with Reserve)”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $20,000.
Diamond plate is used extensively in this build. This has a government plate from the Navy.
https://www.jeepwillysforsale.com/1953-jeep-cj3a-frame-off-restoration-in-phoenix-az/
“ecently frame off build
Original Tub with Navy Plates
Full roller Chevy 350 1400 miles
Hydroboost from Chevy 2500 PU for Power Steering and Brakes
Built 700R4 Transmission 1400 miles
Rebuilt axles from 1986 CJ7, Front and Rear Lockers, 1 piece axle shafts, 29 Spline, 456 gears
Front disc brakes
Rebuilt Twin Stick Dana 300 Transfer Case
Roll Cage
New Bucket Seats with 4 Point Harness
16 Gallon Fuel Cell
New 33×12.50 Super Swamper Tires”
Jesse is selling this CJ-3A, though he doesn’t know the exact year. It starts and runs. It does not include the top. Email him at jrbarta @ mtu.edu (remove the spaces around the @) for more info.
“I have what I believe is a earlier 3A for sale. 3A style frame anyway, I could poke through the other differences to tell for sure.
On the positive side, I did get it running and it starts and runs quietly. Original Carter carb. Not a lot of modifications made except for a few very serious modifications that may or may not be a lot of work to correct.(like the fenders) The dash etc is pretty straightforward with a minimum of holes drilled and things of that nature. Seat frames are good, hood could be okay for a driver. Grill has a little dinger in one of the bars that could be bent back. Older but still soft mud tires on 15” wheels. Drawbar is nice. Great oil pressure. I think basically someone was using this jeep for plowing and taking care of it mechanically until they weren’t. It had clean oil etc in the engine. The starter was missing so perhaps that is what took it out of service.
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Has some updates, but looks solid.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/418664264075459
“1953 Willys Jeep CJ2A Runs and Drives Good Newer Model Chevrolet 4 Clinder Engine Optional High/Low Overdrive Transmission Power Steering Added Not Rusty”
UPDATE: Brad spotted the controls for a crankshaft powered winch. Should be like this one?
UT Body style? Utility perhaps? Maybe UT on the title.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1890038221413595
“UT body style Best offer welcome”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1900.
This has an f-head. It also has the same hydrovac brake booster as Patterson did (Mine still needs restoration).
“Project! Willys flat fender that my family bought in 1970. It was a daily driver until 1980 when the engine (not the original engine) was seized. It needs a new motor.It has sat on the side of the house since then. Pink slip/title in hand”
Looks in good shape for the price.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1890506184681017
“Small block with a turbo – 400 Dana 60 reardnd”
Not sure how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/369401052658616
“Lots of Jeep flat fender parts body’s frames axle’s transmissions all the stuff to run a Chevy 350 to stock trans and t case asking 4,000 obo for everything one clean title for the primer Jeep tub also open to trades”
Not sure how much value is here. It doesn’t look military. I’m guessing CJ-3A (lacks from frame horns).
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/782656797155450/
“1940’s willys military jeep.”
This has an overdrive in it as well.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1470666173520179/
“1950 Willy’s flat fender jeep, Chevy small block swap fairly certain it’s a 283 was my grandfathers. Does not run, it is a project don’t ask if you can drive it home. I do not know what it needs selling as is. Sold with bill of sale. Located in lemoore CA”
This has the now-less-common fiberglass buggy seats.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1135802064539841/
“49 flat fender jeep has fenders and grill. No hood engine or transmission. Has extra rims and a tow bar”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/02/2023) This is a project with updates, including reverse front shackles.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/888803612841204/
“Up for sale is this 1953 Willys CJ3A jeep.I got this in a package deal and have too many other flat fender projects going on so decided to find a new home.Yes this has a title!! Overall condition is fairly decent.The frame has some modifications as it’s been lifted and built for some off road action.Tub is also decent but will need a new front floor board as it’s been cut to allow for a small V6 motor. It has no steering column or steering box. Since I restore flat fender Jeeps for a living I added many items back on the rig. See photos for extra items or ask specifics. Again I do have the title and the first person with 2500 OBO cash is the new owner. Sorry NO trades and if you’re not serious or just a tire kicker, don’t bother or waste my time”
This has some early Husky hubs.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1836886316776623
“Needs restoration”
I don’t think the driver’s door seals against the windshield, so it’s an area where rain can get through.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/347201628009609/
“1953 Jeep Willys has 1954 Overhead Valve Motor from CJ3B.Asking 6950$ or OBO All electronics converted to 12V recently with new wiring harness.Has 5 New BF GoodRich Tires. New Warn overdrive,has aluminum top with doors and fiber glass windows,New fuel tank,New Carburetor,New fuel pump. Runs and drive recently did the brakes.It has roll bar which can be unbolt if needed and also have rear seat frame but need cushion on it. It has 4 shifter gear box. Has a tow bar so you can tow it behind your truck or whatever.Has bed liner sprayed in the interior floor. Need cash shoot me a reasonable offer and we can work something out. Have Title in hand.” Continue reading
UPDATE: Still Available.
(12/12/2024) I’d buy this one. The dogs have plenty of tread (for racing) and it includes a rear PTO gearbox setup. Body appears solid. this should not last long. If you buy it, I may just drive on over and buy the tires and rims off you!
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/359622790183741
“For Sale! Incomplete 1951 JEEP WILLYS CJ3A, Rear PTO option, 4cyl, manual trans, 10-15LT Desert Dog. CLEAN TITLE. 2 Sets of wheels and tires, misc parts in the vehicle. Seen prices all over the place so we will offer this up for $4500 Cash. Elmwood, NE #StoveCreekAutoSalesandServiceLLC #midwestratrods Asking 4500 obo Elmwood Nebraska”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2000.
(03/03/2024) TJ shared this M-38 (thought title reads CJ-3A), nicknamed Colonel Mustard. It’s got some updated running gear, along with a some other mods, including a metal hood that reminds me a little of a Bobcat fiberglass hood.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1177132913252003
“Meet colonel mustard. Title says it’s a 1953 CJ3A. I had plans for this Jeep but honestly have too many Jeeps. The previous owner did a in line 6 swap with a later model syncro’d 3 speed transmission. It also has a later model open knuckle big brake Dana 30. It currently has an offset Dana 44 with a Dana 18 transfer case. It will come with an additional Dana 20 transfer case and centered Dana 44 rear to complete the more modern drivetrain. The body is in remarkable shape for its age. There are no rust holes and I believe it’s the original floor. This is a perfect starter project. It has what I assume is a 2.5-3 inch lift. It currently has 31s and will clear 33s. The engine ran when parked but has started a several years. Sad to see it go but it needs a new home”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(01/09/2024) The serial number indicates this is a 1952.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/350416744597091
“No title ”
Brian spotted this trove of jeeps.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2546405835555556/
“Willys Jeep Pickers Dream. Variety of parts, frames, bodys, vehicles from 1940’s to 1960’s. Willing to sell all. From 12-20 vehicles. #CJ5 #CJ3B #CJ2A #M38A #MB”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(01/14/2024) No pics of the front, but this appears in reasonable shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1272870680047698
“1951 Jeep Willys. Orig 4 cyl. Granny geared. New top. Everything has either been replaced or reconditioned. Everything works (heater, wipers, all lights/signals, new seats, gas tank, brakes etc. )”
UPDATE: Still Available.
Has a new engine, though am wondering if that means rebuilt?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1752306345277888
“1951 Willy’s Jeep. Perfect for someone wanting a project! It has been sitting for 6 months. Needs new battery. Has a new engine with 400 miles on it. Selling for the in-laws.”
Listed as a CJ-2A, this appears to be a militarized CJ-3A. Auction ends today, March 3rd, in the afternoon (eastern time). I am not familiar with Skyline Auctioneers.
https://skylineauctioneers.hibid.com/lot/187961631/1949-jeep-cj2a
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/12/2024) The Desert Dogs look to be recaps.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/351279464485452
“Obo 1950 willys jeep with a v8 chevy motor, ran and drove, I’ve since lost the key, possible trades”
Hard to tell how much value is here. There may be a mix of 2As and 3As.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1982370718887910
“Willy’s Jeeps for sale. 3 with tubs and one frame and chassis. Includes 1 engine. The transmission and transfer case shift well in the brown jeep. 6 good original wheels in the lot. I’m in Murfreesboro TN. No scammer as there’s several guys on the site that can vouch for me. Priced to get em gone. $1250 obo for all if it. No titles.”
Appears worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/932369431846688
“1951 Willys jeep CJ3A Has rare Ford GPW motor, new oil pump, new master cylinder, brakes and seals, rebuilt 12v starter, new floor pans. Comes with extra motor on a stand, 5-16” rims, 6-15” rims, tow bar, original seats, bikini top, lots of new and used parts. For info call or txt Mike at six 0 five 484-1352. $6,000 obo.”
Overall this looks in good shape, but the heater isn’t connected and the drain strip is missing from under the hood.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1049650916115677
“Up for sell is this 1950 Willys CJ3A. It is mostly original. It is in great shape for its age. Runs and drives well. If you have any questions just ask. Firm on the price. No scams or games.”
