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Looks nice enough.
“1953 Willy’s CJ3B!!! – $14995 (THE CAR SHOW inc. 719-635-7311) ——————————————————————————– 1953 Willy’s CJ3B!!! Green Exterior with Black Interior!!! Vinyl Upholstery!!! Price: $14,995.00
For details, call (719) 635-7311
or text Jerry at (719) 337-6817
…or visit our Website to see additional pictures and video!
THE CAR SHOW inc. 3015 N. Nevada Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80907 Phone: 719-635-7311 Stock # CN1117 (DENVER)”
http://cosprings.craigslist.org/ctd/2408574308.html
Here are some fun pics from Flickr. The last one is an illustration that isn’t a great pic.
The step has been modified, but this is a nice looking flattie.
She’s King of the World (that would be a Titanic reference)
I do not know the artist or name of the painting.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
“Well, here we go loyal Jeep fans. Don’t let this one get away. This may be your last chance to own an ORIGINAL RUST FREE CJ-3B. If you are looking for a truly rust free example, then this is it! No new panels, no new floors, no new fenders, all body panels and tub are original to this CJ-3B. Never any rust repairs, all original sheet metal. Mostly original paint, touched up here and there over its 50 years. Underside is clean as the topside. All drive train is original and in terrific condition. Original WARN OVERDRIVE was installed by the 1st owner to allow driving on the roads without taxing the engine with high RPM’s. All general maintenance was performed last fall by a licensed mechanic. Top and door frames are original with new black fabric in excellent condition. Original wheels included. Original owners manual and service manuals included.
A few years ago I went on a search to find an original, not restored, rust free CJ-3B. I always liked the high hood look of the 3B. I intended to bring it to our family camp and use it as a grocery getter and let the family use it to scout around. I didn’t mind doing the mechanical maintenance on it, but did not want to chase rust. I found this 3B from a southern man who was the second owner. He had the 3B for seven years and put 6000 miles on it. The maintenance was done by a family member who was a licensed mechanic. The general items, brakes, wiring, hoses, etc were tended to. It was always garage kept and used primarily for pleasure. Although he did accumulate a few prizes at local car shows. The 1st owners used it for forty-one years on the family compound. It was garage kept and accumulated 29,000 miles. General maintenance was kept up with no major events logged. It has a clear title. I had the 3B shipped to me and had a licensed mechanic run through it. I brought it into town twice (6 miles), but never to camp. The 3B has sat in a humidity controlled warehouse waiting to venture out. Unfortunately, work has kept me at bay and it looks like it will continue into next year. It is time to pass the torch on this CJ-3B to someone who can enjoy it!”
UPDATE: Still Available
(12/05/2010) “1954 willys high hood flat fender built small block vortec 350 about 20hrs new radiator fan dana 44 front end shortened disk brakes dana 60 rear shortened boxed frame twin stick transfercase truck manual 4 speed new clutch fuel pump brand new 36 in swampers and spair front end is all fiberglass adjustable rancho shocks locked up bead lock rock crawler wheels origanal hard top all windows and hard doors with roll up windows cd player cb hella lights 8500 lbs winch big air compressor mounted on top wit front bumper is the air tank fuel cell full roll cage rear led tail lights reciever stinger bumper drives good down street bikini top seat covers high idle switch run winch faster or warm up. 253-722-9015”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/2339248017.html
No pics provided.
“1954 Willys CJ3B Project Vehicle. 90% Complete – 100% Disassembled. Frame painted and ready to reassemble. NOT A RUST BUCKET. (4) new bridgestone Duelers. Buick V6 ( dauntless ) with HEI conversion. 11″ rear drum brakes.Stainless steel headers. 2 stick transfer case. Couple of repair manuals included. Great project for someone with more time than myself. No title – Sold with a Bill of Sale. Has some history in the raceway community.
QUESTIONS ANSWERED ABOUT PRICE AND PHOTOS TO SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY.”
The rims appear unusual. The rust is pretty usual.
“Up for auction is a very Rare Vintage Willys Military Jeep in Restorable condition, I am not sure of the year and do not know anything about its Pedigree except for the motor purrs like a kitten and seems to look like overhead valve Ford but I am not sure, I am not sure about the Original colors either, although it does drive great, high 2d low range. The hubs on front axels are worn, floor pans will need replaced, tailgate has rust along the bottom like most have, front grill is nice, hood looks great, top is aluminum and is also good, frame rails look good, very restorable vintage Military Jeep, also tires are like new Goodyear, comes equipped with snow plow with extended chassis in front for the plow or winch, New battery, runs great, will need restoration, a non-refundabe deposit is due at auctions end through paypal and balance in a cashiers check within a week, Good luck, any questions call Joe 1-401-345-9762.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200
“1959 Wills Jeep 351 Ford, C6 tranny. Runs and drives. Needs headlights and tail lights. Off dmv record. Bill of sale only. Call or text for more info. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000
Charlie is selling his well restored CJ-3B. You can read about the restoration at the CJ-3B Page. It has approximately 3000 miles on it.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000
(09/21/2010) You had me at teel wheels with desert dogs. The reason for the sale is sad.
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I have ALS sd cant drive tis anymore. Great shape, Must sell. All original 11,000 miles”
UPDATE: Pics now provided (thanks Bob). Was $2000. **SOLD**
“All original, very solid Willy’s Jeep”
It runs.
“50 something willys cj3b jeep $1000.00 or best offer
has f-head 4cyl. runs good it doesnt have brakes
THE TIRES IN THE PICS. DONT GO WITH IT .I WILL PUT ROLLERS ON IT . AND THERE IS NO TITLE
it would be great for parts or project
call or email put jeep in the email to much spam 570-four66-006seven
no texting no calls after 9pm ”
http://scranton.craigslist.org/pts/2369916180.html
UPDATE: Was $1000. **SOLD**
Engine frozen and body rusted.
“54 CJ3b Has not run since 1978. Engine does not turn over. Body is badly rusted where channels are located. No title. Great restoration project. Nearly complete. Missing one hood latch and part of the turn signal switch as far as I know (probably missing a few other minor parts I don’t know about). The drive train appears complete and original. Has lock out hubs, hardtop, heater, vacuum brake booster, vacuum windshield wiper. Has 47,300 miles on odometer. Located in Los Alamos, New Mexico. If I was restoring it, I would probably buy a new body for it. The frame looks good for restoration.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1550
This looks like a great price. That’s only 500 miles from me … hmmmm.
“1954 CJ-3B. This early CJ is in good condition and runs very well. The carburetor has been rebuilt along with a new fuel pump and filter. The fuel tank was removed and cleaned then treated with a chemical sealant made especially for the task of restoring old fuel tanks. The original 4-cylinder engine also received new plugs, wires, oil, filter, etc. this past year.
The drivetrain is original and in proper functioning condition. The 4-wheel drive works as well as hi/low range. The electrical system is the original 6 volt and also functions properly. Head/brake lights, turn signals and even the electric wiper (converted from vacuum) all operate well.
The hydraulic plow works. It’s lifted by a single cylinder and swivels manually. It has a fresh coat of Caterpillar-yellow paint on it.
The interior of the CJ is pretty basic with a late-model bench seat put in sometime in the past. There is an under-dash heater plumbed in but its working condition is unknown at this time. The fuel gauge does not work; there is no sending unit in the tank. The windshield has several cracks.
The major areas of concern on the vehicle are the brakes and front suspension. The brakes do work, they are just very soft and the pedal goes to the floor. The fluid is full so likely the master cylinder is shot and/or the brakes need bleeding. The front suspension is very worn from carrying the plow for many years. Also of concern is most of the tires have very little tread and all are severely weather-checked.
Overall this is a very sound Willys that can be restored or used as is for plowing in the winter (even has a block heater). I haven’t spent a lot of time underneath it but there is not a lot of rust. You should come make that evaluation yourself. I can get more detailed photos of any areas of concern if you’re a very serious buyer. Realize it’s nearly a 60 year old vehicle though and priced very reasonably. MT title is in hand; vehicle has not been registered for the road since the early 1980’s.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4100.
This has some cool history (hopefully some pics verify the claim), but not sure it raises the value.
“This was my grandfathers Jeep then my dads and now mine. It pulled floats in the Miami Orange Bowl Parade. Garage kept. New items I have put in include: Radiator, Steering Wheel, Complete Windshield with Frame, Tail Gate, Fuel Pump, Mirror, Battery and more. 4 Wheel Drive. Runs Well.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1400.
It looks like the steps have been modded. It appears complete.
“1953 WILLYS JEEP. NO TITLE $1400.00 O.B.O”
There may be some value here.
“53 Willys CJ-3B
I bought it to restore several years ago.
It still sits in my garage and time to restore it is no where in sight.
I have a motor and transmission to go with it, not installed.
Floors have some rust but are the most complete I’ve seen in an unrestored Willys.
$1,200 firm Clear South Dakota title.
If you can’t come to Hermosa South Dakota to look at and/or purchase it, then don’t bug me.
(605) four eight four-2859”
http://sd.craigslist.org/cto/2350996166.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
This includes front and rear PTOs.
“1955 Willys Cj3b. It has original F-head hurricane 134 motor, T90 transmission, PTO winch, Harrison heater, powertake off on rear bumper,but is not hooked up, soft top made by best top. New painless wiring harness converted to 12 volt, towing bar. $4500 O.B.O.”
UPDATE: Was $3500. **SOLD**
(04/09/2011) The front bumper area has been modded, but it looks pretty stock otherwise.
“1953 Willy’s Jeep with F-134 Hurricane engine. This jeep runs great.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
“needs restoration. have title in hand and on a non-op.engine rebuilt. ran when parked. missing some parts”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800.
(04/24/2012) “55 cj3b willys 289 ford eng.,power steering,t90 3speed trans,dana 18 transfer case”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
(08/21/2009) At first I thought the back tire was low, but I think the ground is just soft.
“Nice example of a Willys Flatfender OHV fourcylinder powered Jeep. These are not as common as most other Jeep models. All the work has been done except paint. Complete frame off build with less than 1000 miles. Powder coated frame, new Willys Overland steel body (in black primer), rebuilt driveline (F134, T-18 and T-90 with new Overdrive), new gauges, wiring, lights, top, seats and much more. In short…everything has been rebuilt or replaced. You cannot even buy the parts that are in this build for the Buy Now price. NC issue VIN. Good title”
UPDATE: Still Available
(10/25/2010) The seller is listing this as an antique….
“Please call John at 1 908 295 8134. A REAL ANTIIQUE!!.”
http://cnj.craigslist.org/cto/2338561149.html
UPDATE: Back on eBay
(03/25/2011) This is cool! I found pics of a similar one on the CJ-3B Board from Macedonia.
“1960 Jeep CJ-3B Ambulance. It runs and drives. Imported from Turkey. Orange in color. doors still work. Needs fuel tank. Awesome and rare restoration project. Pictures tell it all. Email with any questions. Thanks”
Lots of new parts. This seller also has a bunch of parts for sale (see above).
“for sale is a 1955 Willy CJ-3B “high hood” restoration project, about half finished, with clear title. I have pretty much everything to finish the complete restoration. The body has been sand blasted, and is in great shape. New tires, new upholstry, new glass, original 16″ rims painted with new tires X5, new steering wheel, new radiator, (hard to find @ $400), new tailgate, new tailgate chain covers, stencils,,,, too many parts to list. Too many project going on, need to cut back. Also selling a bunch of jeep parts (other listing) a CJ-3A with no title(other listing), and will be selling a couple of fully restored CJ-5’s in the future. Thanks !”
http://boise.craigslist.org/cto/2334044540.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4200.
(10/13/09) “1953 willys, good condition, runs great, no rust. herculiner on the inside, new seats, good paint. needs minor repairs such as seals in rear and front end, just dont have the time to mess with it any more. asking $4500.
