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The links to posts below show jeeps grouped by models, condition, and other ways. Some of these jeeps are for sale and others have been sold. If you are unsure whether a vehicle is still for sale or not, email me at d [at] ewillys.com for more info.
There are plenty of interesting, unusual, historic and surprising stories related to Jeeps and their owners. In addition, some of these features have nothing to do with jeeps. This link will display all featured stories starting from the latest.
Looking for parts and not sure where to go? There are a variety of large and small new and used parts sellers both online and offline.
Importantly, the allure of buying a project jeep can be romantic. The reality of restoring a jeep can be quite different, expensive and overwhelming without the right tools and resources. So, tread carefully when purchasing a "project". If you have any concerns about buying a vintage jeep, or run across a scam, feel free to contact me for help, comments or concerns .
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/04/2020) Could be worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/194957618246526/
“1953 willys cj3b. She fires up and runs. Pulled my 4wd Toyota out of a mud pit not that long ago. Perfect project or leave her as she is. You might want to trailer her out as her top speed is only about 50mph. Not in a hurry to sell. No lowballs please.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(12/26/2019) Has a variety of updates.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/578255402953734/
“53 Willys 3B 350 Chevrolet Toploader 4 Speed four wheel disc brakes power steering nice solid old Jeep New black best top”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9500.
(02/16/2020) Has some updates. Looks solid.
“Cj3-B with original drivetrain. Has about 7500 miles on rebuilt motor and trans. Has stereo and a heater as well. Full soft top with doors and best top front and rear seats. Super bright LED headlights. Has a warn 8000 lb winch. I believe it’s a 2 1/2 inch lift, has 31” tires now could easily fit 33’s. Homemade spare tire carrier with hi lift jack and place for two Jerry cans(someone stole mine) has power steering from a Cherokee. The only bad, the power steering reservoir leaks.”
Seller has two jeeps for sale, but not pics of the “1947” DJ-3A (probably a DJ-3A body on a CJ-2A chassis). Seller also has a CJ-3B project for $4000 as shown below.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/191686408802732/
“Titled 1957 Jeep Willys CJ3B PROJECT, Frame is immaculate..Dauntless v6 engine, all fresh T350 automatic transmission and torque converter, with Novak adapter to twin stick Dana 18 transfer case, updated cj5 axles with disc brakes and s.s. braided brake lines, Brand new in the box B&M shifter that needs to be installed.. headman headers with dual side exit muffler, 3.5in suspension lift, (5) 32×10.50×15 bfg all terrians mchrome CJ7 Laredo wheels with matching center caps, custom spare tire carrier, roll cage, cd player, newer soft top and soft doors.havent gotten this one fired up yet its close.. moving.. no time to finish.. 4000.00 cash.
Several other Jeeps / Rollers / parts available..!! 1946 thru 2006”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,500.
(03/10/2020) Jeff’s selling this nicely refurbished CJ-3B with a PTO winch. It appears to have a reproduction body.
“1953 Willys Jeep CJ3B High Hood. 4740 miles since 2010 restoration. Rebuilt Hurricane engine with 12 volt system. Original Harrison heater and Ramsey PTO winch. Rear seat with locking compartment. Original running gear with Warn locking hubs. Owned since 1989, always garaged. Receipts. Runs, drives, and stops like it should. Nice example that is ready to enjoy.”
A “ran when parked” jeep.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/188471252480002/
“1954 willys ran when parked… Texas tittle in hand”
No pics or model type provided. Just 55-57 Willys Jeep.
https://norfolk.craigslist.org/pts/d/macclesfield-willys-jeep/7102004085.html
“Parts only. Willys Jeep with doors, fenders, grill and front bumper.
Parts only. No title.
$500 or best offer.”
Listed as a 1948 CJ-2A, it might be a 3B body on a CJ-2A chassis.
https://richmond.craigslist.org/cto/d/midlothian-1948-jeep-cj2a-cj/7097781186.html
“1948 Jeep CJ2A
– 4X4 with 6″ lift
– Ford differentials with low gears
– New tires – 33×12.50X15 Falken A/Ts
– New battery and guages
– Just tuned up
– Custom side pipe exhaust
– Chevy 350 V8 with headers and a small cam”
UPDATE: Still no pics provided.
No pics provided.
https://waco.craigslist.org/cto/d/marlin-1959-willys-cj3b/7095190590.html
“Have a nice Willy’s Jeep in excellent condition. This was the last model of the flat fender jeeps. All new parts, carb, shocks, leaf springs, newer exhaust, new upholstery, paint, gaskets. Jeep runs excellent. I am the second owner.”
Not sure how much value is here.
https://fortcollins.craigslist.org/pts/d/fort-collins-willys-cj3b-parts/7100437297.html
“I have whats left of a mid 50’s CJ3B, what you see is what is left. There are a lot of good parts, axles, driveshafts, steering, suspension parts, lots of small stuff also. Prices vary depending on what you want.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $7500.
(02/19/2020) This may be a former Navy 3B, though the plate has been moved to the inside of engine compartment. The jeep has a variety of updates.
https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/d/fullerton-1958-jeep-willys-cj3b/7085409477.html
“this is a jeep that is in real good condition. it has the following new: Windshield & Windshield rubber, Upholstery, Gauges Paint Job, Rims, Tires, all electrical wiring, Crankshaft pulley, Alternator, Starter Solenoid, Thermostat & Housing, Radiator, Brakes, Shocks, Steering control arms, all mirrors, all lights, Water pump, Also good turbo 350 transmission and transfer case ready to bolt in. .. and the motor is a good strong running chevy 283 v-8. Selling do to home purchase out if state.”
Has some rust.
https://vermont.craigslist.org/cto/d/milton-1954-willys-jeep-cj3b/7099497250.html
“1954 Jeep CJ3B. Has rebuilt F-head 4cyl. engine,(Jeep used this engine from 53′-65′), T90 3 spd. trans. Has been a restoration project that I never seem to find the time to finish,(summers are too short in Vt.!)Have replaced brake lines,shoes,wheel cylinders,also have replaced fuel tank,fuel pump,radiator,and waterpump. Rebuilt the carb,but,probably needs to be gone through again. Haven’t had running in over a year. Electrical system was converted from 6volt to 12 volt before I got it. Top is in bad shape but,new ones are still available.
Frame and body look to be original.Body is rusty, but, I’ve seen worse,many replacement body panels are available from various vendors. Needs body work to make roadworthy,but you could use it as it is in the woods. Don’t have to worry about denting a fender or scraping branches or brush like you would on a new Roxxor that you paid $18k for. Look at the patina on this ol-girl! These old Jeeps are geared so low that they are best suited for back country roads,off roading or as a utility vehicle. Simple to work on compared to newer Jeeps or SXS. No title as Vt. doesn’t title vehicles over 15 yrs. old.”
UPDATE: SOLD at auction for $15,300 + $1,912.50 buyer’s premium.
Joel alerted me to this auction at GovDeals.com.The auction ends 04/08/2020. The jeep is located in Northeast Ohio. It’s listed in two spots as a 1962 and one spot as a 1963.
“1963 Willy’s Jeep CJ3-B Brush Truck. This truck is a one owner and has served as a grass fighter ever since new. Jeep starts and runs perfectly. Emergency lights and siren will stay. The radio will be county removed. 50 gallon water tank. (2) 3/4″ booster lines. Winch works. 4×4 works. Tires in great shape. Mileage is believed to be accurate. Vehicle serviced regularly.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,900.
Looks in good condition.
“Fun, 62 Jeep Willy. 289 engine, manual trans with overdrive.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
This appears to be a CJ-3b with the rear of a GPW attached.
“Vintage 48-53 Willys Jeep CJ. Barn find. Original drivetrain (F134 Hurricane engine, T90 transmission, Dana 18 transfer case, Dana 25 front, Dana 44 rearend). Custom pusher, rollcage. Converted to 12 volt system. Brought it home as a project but wife is not cool with her car left out in the rain while the jeep is in the garage. I have not tried to start it yet as I only have weekends to tinker with it. The only thing I’ve had time to do is clean out the debris and do some research on Willys. Great rare find with lots of potential for the right person. $1500. Not interested in any trades at this time.”
Engine has been removed. Body has been repaired in the rear.
https://westernmass.craigslist.org/clt/d/south-hadley-1954-willys-jeep-cj-3b/7096792086.html
“1954 Willys Jeep CJ-3B
Jeep has been sitting in a heated garage since 2014 with engine removed
Being sold as is, complete with removed engine on stand, see pictures
Bill of Sale and previous VT reg only
NO title
Four cylinder, F-Head Engine was overhauled and failed at 505 miles due to rod bearing cap keeper loosening
Picture of engine installed in jeep is prior to removal
Engine is complete but has been removed, put on engine stand and lower end disassembled.
Have new bearings and gaskets for re-assembly
Good tires
Military spare tire
Shovel and Ax brackets, jerry can
Side steps
PTO driven Koenig cable winch
No windshield glass, frame only
Trailer tow bar
Front tow hooks and trailering tow brackets on front bumper
This jeep is very clean and is being sold as is with no warranty
Possible delivery is available
Asking $5,200”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5500.
(03/02/2016) “60 Willy’s jeep all original motor and drive train, motor completely rebuilt. New crank pistons, rods, valves, etc. 4 wheel drive all works good.”
https://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/d/silt-60-jeep-willys/7090510714.html
Previous pics below:
UPDATE: Seller indicates it includes a Gov plate, so it was likely a Gov/military purchased CJ-3B.
This has a ventilating windshield. It does appear to have a place on the dash with four holes where a gov data plate could have been.
https://carbondale.craigslist.org/cto/d/marissa-m606-cj3b-military-jeep-updated/7087006238.html
“This is a 1964 Military Jeep for sale that is like a M606.
The army and the navy were the only ones to use these jeeps, and they were intended for more mundane duties around bases and such.
It does have the original military wheels and most of the original hard top (the side and rear doors are missing).
The engine is stuck, and the radiator is long gone (scrappers stole it along with the doors years ago).
I have the original body tags along with the reproduction brass military tag.
No title, but will provide a bill of sale.
Accepting any reasonable offer. I would like to see it go to someone who knows what it is versus it becoming a start for a crawler or mud buggy.”
Appears solid.
https://terrehaute.craigslist.org/cto/d/coal-city-jeep-diesel-1976/7089692223.html
“Misubishi cj3b industrial 4 cycle transmission. 2 speed +18 transfer case. Street legal titled and tagged in Indiana.”
Looks in good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/518295299102904/
“1954 jeep Willys 4×4
Original engine 4cilinders
Original 3 speed transmission
Run and drive well
Price $10500
Only people who are real interested”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(01/29/2020) This may be a later model 3B, as it looks to have the larger speedo.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1317595935067596/
“In good shape it was running about 3 Months ago needs new carb sold as is and most pick up”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/06/2020) The engine was recently rebuilt. Body has some rust.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/d/tacoma-1961-willys-cj3b/7086231790.html
“1961 Willys CJ3-B
It has a fresh engine, transmission and transfer case. Less than 5 miles on it.
F-134 Hurricane 4 cylinder engine 2.2, Over bored .030 pistons, .020 mains, .010 on the rods
Borg-Warner 3 Speed T-90 Transmission
Spicer / Dana 18 Transfer case
Dana 27 front axle
Dana 44 Rear axle
11 x 2 Drum brake upgrade
** Additional new parts**
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I can’t tell how solid (or not) the body is. It could just be covered with some Western Washington moss.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/d/snohomish-1953-cj3b-cj-jeep/7089921890.html
“1953 cj3b asking $5700 or best offer. Original body and fame in very good condition for a 53. Motor is a 327 Chevy and running gear. Soft top in great condition. Warn upright winch.”
Looks like the seller has a 3B being parted out. Sounds like seller has other parts, too.
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/pts/d/waterford-willys-jeep-and-parts/7089889851.html
“jeep and parts.
many other parts available too but only for Jeeps older than 1972
make an offer”
This appears to have a Gov data plate on the firewall, so perhaps it was a USCG jeep at one time?
View all the information on eBay
“Up for auction is a 1954 Willys Jeep CJ-3B. This is a very solid runner.
It has the 4-cylinder Hurricane with the Go Devil L-head. It has a manual 3 speed transmission. The original drive line has been completely rebuilt. Lots of receipts on engine rebuild. Engine does not leak or smoke. It has a new clutch and the axles have been gone through too.
Body is very solid. It does have a few bings and bangs.
There are new tires and new seat frames with cushions and covers. Have the original rims if preferred.
All lights and gauges work.”
