UPDATE: Still Available.

(09/23/2019) You can read the full story on the M-38 and trailer here: http://cj3b.info/Siblings/SurreyAgan.html

https://desmoines.craigslist.org/cto/d/des-moines-51-mc-m38-military-jeep-and/7074403580.html

“Fully restored MC M38 Korean War era military Jeep and 1952 D-K M100 US Army trailer. 12 volt 4 wd. Has been garaged and not been started or driven since my late husband passed. Serious buyers only, not desperate to sell. Looking for someone who loves and appreciates these older treasures as much as we do and can provide the care needed to own this type of vehicle. Two tops included along with side curtains not shown, and extras.”

A variety of extras are included on this M-38. The windshield seems like it leans back a little farther than it should. I’ve never heard the term “Restored to Combat Class”.

http://www.warjeeps.com/mjs/sale20/adm024/adm024.html

“1952 M38 Jeep Restored to Combat Class

Has original parts, 24 volt system. Many original add-on’s that make this a unique find. Please see photos and review the video for running Jeep featuring a narrative from the owner and a full scope of all that is included with this sale.

Several of your inquiries have been to include further photos of what items are extra in my Dads large bin that comes with the Jeep. I’ve put many more photos in the ad now, several items most likely will have no interest to you, nevertheless they come with the Jeep.

I’ve personally never looked at the underside of the Jeep until I took these photos, it is not that easy to snap these upside down, but I did my best. I should tell you that it will have a few areas I know that need to be sanded, I believe on the right front passenger side on the undercarriage. The Jeep has been sitting several years without care, covered, but still without my dads care due to his illnesses, and I know he has not been able to maintain or do further work that he had planned on completing with the Jeep. But, all things considered, it’s not a shiny showpiece, however, it is one heck of a Jeep!

We’d Love to hear from you, make your best offer! Very Motivated Seller”

UPDATE: John also has a rebuilt M-274 Mule for $17,000 or $30,000 for both the M-38 and Mule (As nice of a Mule and as equipped as I’ve ever seen).

https://milwaukee.craigslist.org/cto/d/streator-1952-m38-jeep/7041959445.html

“For sale, 1952 M38. Nine year old frame off restoration. Have all the original receipts plus what I’ve put into it. Engine was rebuilt also. Used wrong adaptor on my compression gauge and bent valve. Has been replaced and runs good again. Can show receipts and pictures for the valve work. Has minor master cylinder leak. Have a new one just to lazy to put it on. New brakes in 2018 and new water pump in 2019. New batteries in 2019. Has overdrive but seriously I have never tried it. (My bad) has been in heated garage since I’ve owned it and never seen rain.

Have some new steering parts. Have most of the fording parts. Has a couple of typical oil leaks but nothing bad. All the fluids, tranny, transfer case, rear ends, anti freeze, and engine oil have been changed recently. Wiper motors are but not hooked up, no blades either. . Since it doesn’t see rain, never needed them. Gas gauge has some rust showing in it.

Since there were 100 different opinions on the direction of the hood star, I put it the way I believed it goes. My knee doesn’t work real good with the clutch anymore so I’m selling it. If your looking for a museum piece this isn’t it but it’s a nice clean vehicle that just needs a little TLC. I also have an M274 A5 with recoilless rifle mule for sale. Four wheel steering. Nice but no museum piece either. I’m asking $15,000.00 for the M38 and $17,000.00 for the mule or thirty for both”

A pic of the Mule:

No description provided.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/960693137663760/

UPDATE: Still Available.

(10/17/2019) Is the generator era correct?

https://miami.craigslist.org/brw/cto/d/fort-lauderdale-1951-willys-m38-trailer/7033475956.html

“1951 WILLYS M38 W/M416 TRAILER AND MEP 018A GENSET”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $13,500.

Appears in good shape.

“Original Korean War era Willys M38 military jeep. Runs great and ready to go.”

Looks in good shape. Appears to have a civvy gas tank.

https://saginaw.craigslist.org/cto/d/kawkawlin-1951-m38-navy-jeep/7007719978.html

“1951 M38 Navy Jeep. New Tires; New Battery; Directional Signals; Gray Leather Seating; Full Canvas Top (includes doors and side curtains); Custom Winter Cover; Extras. A Real Head Turner – Must See!”

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Looks nice.

https://springfield.craigslist.org/cto/d/lockwood-for-sale/6944694030.html

“1951 Willys M-38, everything gone thru, no rust anywhere, new paint, decals, 2 new front tires, gauges, brakes, exhaust, everything works. only reason i’m selling is I found slightly newer Jeep similar to one i drove in Army, don’t have room for two.”

Appears in good shape.

https://grandrapids.craigslist.org/for/d/stanton-1950-military-army-jeep/6922631443.html

“1950 Willys M38 military jeep. These jeeps were used during the Korean war era. Near perfect condition. Original 134L engine. No bondo. All metal. Four wheel drive works”

Appears in good shape.

https://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/for/d/denton-1951-m38-korean-era-jeep-restored/6922475921.html

“Restored. New engine. Has mock 50Cal and new Canvas top. Less than 2000 miles on the engine. Won many car shows.”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $11,900.

(05/23/2019) Includes a canvas top.

“1951 M38 Willys Military Jeep. Really nice condition. 24 volt. Radio,antenna. Have military top and doors also.”

Looks solid.

https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/d/belle-vernon-willys/6909871998.html

“Real military jeep, no rust, Turn key ready. 14,500 OBO upgraded engine runs great very reliable , would consider interesting trade plus cash either way , I do not want a project”

Includes an M-100 trailer. Also can be viewed here: http://www.bill-capes.com/insanity

https://newhaven.craigslist.org/cto/d/milford-1952-military-38-jeep-100/6895199067.html

“title status: clean
transmission: manual
type: convertible
FOR SALE

1952 Military M-38 Jeep & M-100 Trailer

Frame-Up fully restored Willys M-38 Jeep “Last of the Flat Fenders”

These are some of the pictures you will find on the listed website,
which also includes sequential pictures of the rebuild in-process.

When I could/would not afford a commercially available reproduction part, I
made use of my talents to fabricate my own replacement, all are shown on the
site, no hidden agenda here.

DETAILS
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $13,000.

(01/29/2019) Abe is selling his M-38.

“1952 M-38 95% restored. If you are looking for a fun collector car, or if you like to have people wave as you drive down the road, this is the jeep for you.

M38 was a Korean War era Jeep that was only in production for 2.5 years. Original Body tub. All wires redone front to back. New gauges, gauge cluster, exhaust, fuel lines, fuel tank, brakes, new original wheels, new tires, upholstery, windshield, windshield seal, pintle hook, antenna, starter, solenoid, carburetor rebuild, new air intake, pioneer gear (axe/shovel). I have original data plate, and paint for touch up. This is great in a parade or to advertise your business!

I have clean title, so you dont have to worry about inspection or anything.

The only thing not original on this jeep is that it was converted to 12 volt (regular battery works) and we added seat belts and turn signals, and a horn that makes a fun sound.

I have had in the family for 30 years. Only selling, because I am tired of having too much stuff and I just dont drive it enough to enjoy it like I used to.

NO TRADES, I do not need help selling. Cash or verifiable cashiers check. I have title and Im ready to sell. Buy it before I change my mind!”

UPDATE: Status Unknown. was $15,000.

Looks in good shape.

“1952 M38 Willy’s military jeep
Clear title, street legal,
Completly professionally restored.
All new, brake system, complete engine overhaul, trans/ transfer case rebuilt, new fuel system, new interior, soft top, & paint.
Over 24000 invested, motivated to sell.
NO TRADES, don’t ask
Price has been reduced from 18500”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9000.

Looks solid.

“1952, M38A1 Willy Jeep. Been in our family for over 30 years. Was just restored from top to bottom about 3 years ago and it was very expensive. But we sold our house and land and moving to the lake so we have no where to keep it”

UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $25,000.

A reader alerted me to this one. I am told it was recently listed at $10,000 by the former owner. It’s now listed at $25,000 by someone who appears to believe this is a WWII jeep. Maybe the $25k isn’t a serious price, as the seller is willing to negotiate.

“Body is in perfect condition from late WWII.
Olive drab semi-gloss.
Wheels are properly sized, new tires 700 x 16 NDCC Firestone with new tubes.
All rims have been blasted, primed and painted.

Has correct seats, rear seat is a reproduction with new canvas covers by Beechwood Canvas.
Has new in-the-box summer canvas top by Beechwood canvas (never used).
Brakes all working.
All lights work in regular and blackout modes.
All gauges work, has dash plate with all the original brass data and nomenclature plates.
Has all original top bow brackets and footman loops, has a reproduction new top bow set.
Windshield assembly complete, needs some clips for wiper vacuum hoses.
Original front bumper with wood block still there.
Has the original front tow loops brackets with reproduction loops and pins.
Tow bar included to be used with the front tow loop brackets.
Tailgate with spare tire mount in very good condition.
Battery working and holds charge.
Great special patina.
NEGOTIABLE PRICE –
TO GET IT OUT OF MY GARAGE”

Looks in good shape.

https://newjersey.craigslist.org/cto/d/jeep-m38/6660560075.html

“1952 and 38 military jeep fully restored about 17 years ago new engine new transmission new rears it has a Saturn overdrive added to it in great shape in every way , I can drive this thing any place.”

Hamza has this M-38 for sale.

“1951 Willys M38 that I would like to sell.
$17,000
Professionally Restored
Turn Key
Rifle Rack
Negotiable
Call or text 917-822-0433”

UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $19,000.

Nice looking one.

“M38 military jeep. Painted Navy grey. Airport vehicle. 4 Cyl. Not really for highways. I acquired Jeep for airport general use, tow, tool, and drive. On of those old M38s that’s worth a look. 24volt,siren, winch, Pintel hitch. 19,000$”

Keith shared this one.

https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/cars-for-sale/willys/m38/2130976.html

“Outstanding Willys Jeep M38 4×4 with Army & MASH painted appointments! Fully documented history since leaving the Arkansas Federal Military Surplus in 1972! It remained an Arkansas truck until 1999 before going on display for 19 year in the Evergreen Historical Automobile collection! A great example that comes with a 6-foot service trailer, black out lights, shovel & axe, and more! Neat piece for any collection!

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Low mileage M-38 that’s been restored.

http://www.warjeeps.com/mjs/sale18/adm253/adm253.html

“A fully restored M38 has been body off frame restored in 1997. Original body and frame. I purchased this Jeep in 2012 with only 5,895 miles. I was told the engine block was cracked. I purchased another military M38 block and had it totally rebuilt. It now has only 260 miles on it. 24 volt system, deep water fording system for air intake and exhaust, doors and side curtains, rifle dash rack, pedestal for 30 cal. 1919 browning machine gun, radio antenna, gas can with original delivery sticker on the bottom, water bucket, first aid kit, tool kit and a Ohio title.”