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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
This might be a great resto project.
“JEEP 1959 WILLYS DJ3A, Dispatcher, 2wd,3 speed on the colmn, L 134 engine, they only made a little over 1950 of these. Bought it 34 years ago. Needs water pump. Engine was rebuilt year ago, but only put about 300 miles on it.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
(11/16/2010) This runs and drives.
“RUNNING, DRIVING JEEP, HAS ORIGINAL L-134 4 CYL FLATHEAD ENGINE, 3 SPEED ON COLUMN,NEW RADIATOR, MASTER CYL, BATTERY, LIKE NEW TIRES, TOW BAR. FACTORY DELIVERY WITH HARDTOP THAT CAN BE REMOVED. GREAT BODY WITH ONLY SURFACE RUST. NO HOLES IN BODY, VERY SOLID FLOOR PANS HAVE 2 SMALL RUST HOLES UNDER SEAT, OTHER THAN THAT VERY SOLID WITH ORIGINAL PAINT. HAS BEEN CONVERTED TO 12 VOLT. NOW THE PAINT IS FADED AND HAS SOME SURFACE RUST, WINDSHIELD IS CRACKED AND WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED. IT HAS A BROKEN BRAKE LINE IN THE REAR SO I NO LONGER DRIVE IT. WITH MINOR REPAIR WOULD MAKE GREAT DAILY DRIVER OR RESTORE.”
UPDATE: Bill correctly notes that this is the same DJ-3A as pictured a few months ago, except that it has been painted and the price raised $100.
No motor. The body sure looks good. I don’t know what it takes to get this back over the border.
“Motorless Jeep style Mexican army vehicle. Papers are perfectly legal within Mexico borders. It used to work perfectly fine until its former owner took the engine to use it into another similar vehicle. It is a perfect project if you have the time, you’ll love to spend time with this relic. For further questions, you can reach me via this e-mail or by nextel: 152*14*24137, ask for Salvador.”
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/cto/2151059187.html
Here are pre paint images:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
I wonder if the seller has verification that this was a Hotel DJ.
“It is a 1962 Jeep Willys DJ-3A one of about 2500 made that year. It was originaly a little Island touring truck that the hotels would use to take guest around. Its in good running order, looks ok. It does need a paint job and a little body work. Price is negotiable. I am leaving the Island soon so it needs to sell. attached is a pic of what it could be. right now it is flat black.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1600.
“This is a DJ3A jeep that’s had the CJ2A 4X4 Drive train installed. Original 4-134 flathead runs great, T90 3 spd trans and D18 2 spd transfer appear to be good. I drained and replaced the oil and it was Not milky (no water). I took the original (rare) DJ hard top off to use it for hunting, I still have it and it goes with the Jeep. Replaced the rubber brake lines and flush the brake system so it has brakes again. Original 16″ wheels with the spare. It is currently licenced but need the taillights fixed (wires) to be street legal. It’s a cool Jeep, just don’t have the time or money to do it justice (and space).”
UPDATE: Was $3600. **SOLD**
This looks good.
“1962 military style, 2 wheel drive, three on the tree, 4 cylinder flat head, rear seat, upholstery in great condition, garage kept past 18 years, 52000. miles, no rust…great shape! A fun ride !!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
Here’s a DJ-3A in good condition. I’ve only seen 2 other ’65s.
“Amazing but no rust ever or anyplace. It’s been sitting for a few years and has bad gas in it and doesn’t want to stay running. Flathead inline 4 with floor shift three speed. Fun time at the parade or cruise.”
UPDATE: Was $5000.
(06/01/2010) This is a little rough, but looks mostly original to my less-than-perfect eye.
“For Sale or trade a 1962 Willys Surrey Gala (DJ-3A) Original condition runs and drives, many new parts asking $5000 or would consider trade for any Jeep/Willys CJ, Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40, or Boat.
Many new parts, in good running condition. The following items are NEW: clutch & pressure plate, brake master cylinder, head light switch, dimmer switch, water pump, head gasket, fan belt, points, plugs, plug wires, coil, cap and rotor, rebuilt carb. Radiator boiled out and professionally referbished. Brakes have been gone through and new wheel cylinders kits installed. Drivers seat bottom was re-done with pink and white vinyl. All lights work, all gauges work, new tires on rear, good used tires on front. Jeep runs and drives great. It is missing the original top and top frame, spare tire holder and the rear bumper. Clear title.”
http://grandisland.craigslist.org/cto/1911324234.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
For the condition, this looks like a good price. There just aren’t that many DJ-3As in good condition for sale out there.
“Pretty clean 1962 Jeep flat fender, 2 wheel drive, has top, runs and is driveable. This is NOT your normal rust bucket, 99% rust free!! Please call my brother, he is the owner.”
UPDATE: Bill reports that this sold. He believes the top may still available.
(04/29/2009) This is a very nice Dj-3A and one of only a handful made in 1961 as noted by the seller.
“1961 WILLYS DJ3A DISPATCHER JEEP, Serial Number 56337 20287, I removed the hard top with plans to paint it black and get a black vinyl bikini top made, but as you can see in some of the photos, it had original military OD paint. So I thought I would offer it just as it is in case someone wanted to go back to original OD military style with stars and numbers. ….”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
I don’t see too many DJ-3As that still have their tops. Someone converted this to 4wd.
“Unique Willys Jeep with a fiberglass roof and steel doors and sides. This jeep is in good shape for the age. Willys flathead 4 cylinder runs fine, transmission and 4 wheel drive work fine. Cooper military type lug tires. Has new front springs, new brake shoes on all 4 wheels.Fun jeep to drive. This jeep needs a new master cylinder or rebuild. Gas tank has seap leak if filled full. Has some rust in the bottom of the doors. Floor pan appears pretty solid. As you can see in the pictures there are some surface rust spots on the body. Drivers door window is cracked. Other glass is good. Seats from a new jeep are installed. The jeep comes with the original split bench front seat, original locking hubs, has Warne hubs installed, extra transmission and transfer case parts. It has a tow bar installed with a 2″ hitch so you can tow it home.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.
(11/26/2009) The seller would like to trade this jeep as part of a trade for a Cargo Trailer. This is a no tailgate DJ-3A. This appears to be a great price.
“JEEP: 1956 WILLY’S DJ3-A. Needs the bodywork finished and painted. Body is in good shape. Not wrecked or rusted out. Floorpan is great. Engine is a 4-cyl 1971 Ford, but runs like a top! Short exhaust w/cherry bomb. Roll bar and hardtop included. Aluminum mag wheels. Needs tires. Windshield is cracked, but would be easy to replace. Clear title in my name. Very unusual model. Same body style as Willy’s MB/Ford GPW. Would trade for approx $1200 +/- toward a trailer.”
UPDATE: Was $2500. **Status Unknown**
It’s not totally stock, but it sure looks nice for the price.
“Titled as a 1947 CJ. Ford 4cyl motor and 4 speed manual transmission. Full aluminum Meyers top and doors. Bucket seats in front, rear jumpseat, rollbar, heater. Runs great, crack in windshield glass. Fuel pump is a little weak as it loses prime if not started for a few weeks. Fun vehicle. Take the top off and flip the windshield down in the summer.”
UPDATE: Rich reports that this sold today for $1400 on 4/1/2010.
“Selling a stock 1957 Willys Dispatcher Jeep. Flat head L 4cyl. motor with 3 speed transmission. If you are familiar with the DJ3A you know that it would have been a 2 wheel drive, column shift jeep. This one was converted to four wheel drive with a T-90 transmission and transfer case. The Jeep starts instantly, moves and shifts perfectly through all 3 gears plus the 4 wheel drive high and low operates with no problems. The brakes work 100% however the brake lights and turn signals do not. It will need a windshield, tires, rocker panel repair, and floor repair. The L head motor has the original 6 volt system with a generator that charges as it should. There is a cabin heater under that dash with a variable speed electric fan that works perfectly. The seats are in pristine condition and may actually be original. The original Data plate is on the firewall and the frame numbers match. The odometer reads just over 28,000 miles. I have a clear PA title in hand and have driven the jeep down the road at 45 miles per hour. It does need work but is a great foundation for restoration.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000
“1963 Willys US Navy jeep, DJ3A, 25,000 original miles, completely restored, rebuilt engine, drivetrain, brakes, new tires, new canvas top/seats, hitch on back, new grey/black paint with US Navy markings on hood, jeep originally came from military base in Virginia, with original Navy Dept. plaque on dash, 3 speed column shift, NO rust, drives great, would be great for driving around, for showing, or for re-enactments. $12000 “
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $42,500
“This example in the rare colors of Cerulean Blue and Glacier White is probably the best completely restored example in the world. Everything has been done to the highest standards from the paint and chrome to the bright waterproof fabric upholstery and surrey top. The underhood presentation is exceptional and no detail has been ignored. Much more practical than a Moke or Jolly with legendary Jeep reliability this is a superb and entirely practical vehicle for bright summer days at the shore lake or ranch and will vie with Bentleys and Ferraris for pride of place in valet parking lots in Hollywood the Hamptons or South Beach. $42,500”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Rare convertible DJ.
“Up for auction is one of the rarest of all Jeeps. The DJ-3A Dispatcher was made from 1955 to 1964. Willys marketed the Dispatcher as a “Sport” vehicle and an inexpensive commercial delivery car. They used existing tooling and in-stock CJ parts to keep the cost low. That meant that they were trying to market a car with technology fresh from 1940! Keep in mind this car was built just months before Ford introduced the Mustang. No wonder this is a rare Jeep!
The example being auctioned is a 1963. The paint is original and shows only a few scratches and a few discolored spots. There are two small rust-through spots on the rear of the body at the rear body mounting brackets. The upholstery is original and is in excellent condition. The odometer reads a very believable 27,990 miles. DJ-3As are two-wheel-drive with three speed transmissions and column shift. This car has a limited slip differential! Comfortable cruising speed is around 40 mph….”
This seller has a variety of items for sale.
“I have for sale 195? Willys Dj3a two wheel drive column shift Mail jeep for sale only asking $400
Also i have for sale a 1943 Ford GPW for sale this is a WW2 Jeep it is taged a titled and ready for the road or play engine and transmission rebuilt most original parts asking $5000 call 717-817-7413
I also have mant parts for vintage jeeps Willys CJ2a and some M38 I would like to sell the parts as a lot or mini lots but will sell individual parts.”
http://york.craigslist.org/cto/1515546603.html
I’m not sure if this runs or not, but the body looks in reasonable shape. This is a DJ with a Tailgate.
“1957 willys jeep, Need complete restoration. The body is not too bad, very little rust. The motor needs rebuilt too. call Ryan to see 717-393-7717.”
http://lancaster.craigslist.org/ctd/1449693418.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $950.
(10/10/09) Here’s a DJ-3A stick shift with a tailgate that doesn’t have 4 wheel drive. Frankly, I’m not sure what’s stock and what’s not here. If it is all stock, it’s an interesting find.
“1959 Jeep Willys Overland DJ3A, 4X2, stickshift in the column, new carburetor, needs a gas tank, has some rust but can be fixed. Was running recently with a plastic tank. 786-556-3668.”
http://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/cto/1421363445.html
There are a TON of great pictures of this Surrey. I don’t think I’ve seen this Surrey listed previously, but I might have missed it; it looks like no expense was spared in it’s restoration.
“Purchaced by Wayne Davis because his wife liked the way it looked, this Gala-Surrey was purchaced at a small Jeep dealer in Cleveland, Texas, a full restoration began with an unlimited budget. The car was brought back to its original color scheme of pink and white as no detail was overlooked. The end result revealed a car ready for any show. Contact Jose at 281 497 1000 with questions about this Jeep”
UPDATE: Very stock late model DJ-3A. It’s missing the gas tank inlet in some of the pics. The August 2017 auction ended at a high bid of $3300.
“THIS RARE 1964 WILLYS DJ-3A DISPATCHER JEEP IS PART OF A LARGE COLLECTION OF ORIGINAL WILLYS JEEPS THAT HAVE BEEN IN STORAGE FOR THE PAST 40 YEARS, AND JUST NOW BEING OFFERED FOR SALE.
THE WILLYS DISPATCHER WAS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN 1955 AND 1965…ONLY 13,600 UNITS WERE PRODUCED OVER THE TEN YEAR PRODUCTION, AND MOST OF THOSE HAVEN’T SURVIVED….SEVERAL MODELS OF THE DJ-3A WERE OFFERED, THIS RARE ENCLOSED MODEL BEING ONE OF THEM. THESE HARD TOP VERSIONS WERE USED PRIMARILY FOR BUSINESSES AS DELIVERY VEHICLES, AND ALSO WERE UTILIZED BY THE US POSTAL SERVICE.
THIS PARTICULAR JEEP WAS NOT A POSTAL JEEP, HOWEVER. THIS IS AN EXCELLENT ALL ORIGINAL RARE EXAMPLE, WHICH STILL HAS ITS ORIGINAL FACTORY PAINT, ORIGINAL SEATS AND SEAT COVERS, AND ALL BODY AND MECHANICAL PARTS . THIS JEEP HAS THE POPULAR 134.2 CUBIC INCH 4 CYLINDER L HEAD ENGINE, AND MANUAL 3 SPEED COLUMN SHIIFT TRANSMISSION.
IT ALSO HAS THE OPTIONAL HEAVY DUTY HEATER AND WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER…..GREAT FOR THOSE COLD WINTER MONTHS…… IT HAS NO BODY DAMAGE ANYWHERE.…. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO THIS JEEP. IT IS STILL AS IT WAS WHEN DELIVERED FROM THE FACTORY……IT HAS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED …. IT STARTS AND RUNS GREAT, HAS ONLY 20420 MILES ON THE ODOMETER.”
