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The jeep is listed as a 1948 and the price $2. Not sure if that’s $2000 or just a placeholder for best offer.
https://ocala.craigslist.org/pts/d/fort-mc-coy-whillys-jeep/7043148090.html
“1948 m38 willys Jeep”
UPDATE: Was $5900. Status Unknown.
Needs some work.
“Nice little work project for sale needs a gas tank and a few odds and ends things and it’s ready to go call me or email me or text me thanks I’m very much motivated to sell also it’s a 51 or 52 year model”
It’s listed as as 1948 Whilly.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/432860314308947/
“1948 whillys jeep 2.000 or ob”
It’s listed as a 1951 M-38, but looks more like an MB.
https://reno.craigslist.org/cto/d/silver-city-1951-willys-jeep/7033165920.html
“1951 Willys M38 Jeep for sale by owner. This Willys runs good and has been maintained. Shifts and drives well. Extra parts included.”
No pics provided.
https://roseburg.craigslist.org/cto/d/klamath-falls-1952-willys-jeep/7032476681.html
“1952 Military Willys Jeep
4-cylinder 4Wdrive, has tow bar, hard top
And original manuals. $5000 or best offer”
The front frame rails have been patched and the grille is from a CJ-2A, so I can’t tell if this is an M-38 or an M-38 body on a CJ-2A chassis.
https://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/cto/d/dade-city-1948-willys-jeep/7030381344.html
“4 Cylinder 134 “Go Devil” motor
12 Volt conversion
Runs like a sewing machine”
It’s former Civil Air Patrol complete with number and logo.
https://tampa.craigslist.org/hdo/bar/d/hernando-military-jeep-m38/7028045692.html
“1951 Military Jeep M38 — I purchased this Jeep from the Civil Air Patrol back in 1983 — Painted blue by the Civil Air Patrol — Army Green is coming thru as the paint is peeling on the inside of the hood — I had it in storage for 36 years — Motor is out for a new clutch — I have purchased the clutch, pressure plate, & throw out bearing — open to a trade on GM SUV or Jeeps — GM pickups — Fishing Boat”
The body doesn’t ‘t look too bad in the pics. The description is “Hurricane 4 cyl”, but it isn’t a Hurricane engine.
https://orlando.craigslist.org/pts/d/fort-mc-coy-1948-willys-m38/7029127298.html
Looks to be an M-38 with some customizations, including a custom windshield.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/phoenix-1952-jeep-willys/7028645255.html
“1952 Jeep Willys – Army. Runs, extra engine and many spare parts”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/26/2019) Has potential. One of the pics has additional info.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/436479520280564/
“For sale 1952 M38 Military Jeep”
This looks to be a mix of 2A, M-38 and other parts.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2452502878298827/
“1947 Jeep(according to the title) very rough body. Motor is a 4 cyl spins free has spark and turns over. New wheels and tires. Title in hand. Make offer. Comes with old wheels also.”
Has a variety of updates.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/411997852811621/
“1952 Willys M38. Buick 231 V6, Muncie 4spd, Dana 18 transfer case, Warn overdrive, Dana 25 front axle, Dana 44 rear, 5.38 gears, rear rack, brand new 32×11.50 tires, runs great and drives down the highway no problem”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7700.
I suspect it needs more than gas and a battery to be on the road, as that would be more like 99.9% restored.
“Selling for a Friend; ORIGINAL and RARE. 1951 Korean War Willys M38. 95% Restored, Gas/Battery and you’re on the Road! New Canvas, new interior, too Many New parts to list. Used in Korea and Vietnam. Motivated Seller!”
Has an MB grille, but other than that, I do see anything obviously MBish. It’s more likely an M-38 than anything.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/585852058822525/
“1943 military jeep Willy’s, Has 289 ford ran few years ago been sitting will run with tune up n clean up. Have 3/4 ton axles n lift springs n 42 tsls on beadlocks that could go with it to for the right price”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/05/2019) Has a rare Beck/ Kelly Half top.
https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/pts/d/carlisle-1952-willys-m38-military-jeep/7015922027.html
“1952 Willys M38 Jeep. Runs good, no brakes, body rusted, needs restoration or for parts. Has correct serial plates, paperwork and correct engine. Has a real nice Kelly steel half top that I will sell separate for $500. Has been converted to 12V and used as a plow Jeep for the last 25 years so you get the picture… Worthwhile candidate to restore. $2700 OBO”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $13,500.
Appears in good shape.
“Original Korean War era Willys M38 military jeep. Runs great and ready to go.”
It may be a mix of 3A and M-38 parts.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/camas-1947-jeep-willy/7019566348.html
“1947 Jeep Willy Project”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(10/25/2019) Looks good for the price.
https://roseburg.craigslist.org/for/d/myrtle-creek-jeep-willys-m38-in-good/7016332892.html
“For sale 1952 Willy’s Jeep,4 cylinder, 8,000 lbs winch with cable, tilt wheel, power steering, upgraded to 11” drum brakes, 31” mud Pro Comp tires, Pro Comp steering stabilizer, bikini top, all stock running gear,”
Has a variety of updates.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2450924165152088/
“52 M38 military Jeep. Runs, drives and stops. Power steering. Buick V6. motor. Aluminum radiator. New NDT tires”
Will need engine work.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/pts/d/phoenix-1952-willys-m38/7012924513.html
“1952 m38 willy’s military army jeep in good shape little rust complete jeep motor has blown head gasket just need to be cleaned and put back together have gasket set for motor missing rear seat converter to 12v was running until head gasket has good az title”
Something I’ve never seen: A full-size tool box housed inside the engine compartment. Is the battery inside it?? It’s got a fiberglass body.
“This is worth any Jeep fans consideration. ‘52 Willys Jeep M38, Built March, 1952. This would make a great father-son project.
This Jeep served its late owner very well, taking him well south of Panama and back around 1980. There are several very nice features, including factory optional heater. Roll bar, soft top frame, doors, fiberglass; hood, locking front hubs, and un-installed fiberglass
front fenders. Very nicely done, a very long time ago, there was a ‘60’s GM Iron Duke, 2.5 L 53 CID L4 engine, complete with the alternator and wiring harness, retro-fitted into this appreciating classic. The engine needs at least a rebuild. Brakes and suspension will need servicing. Nice aftermarket turn signal/hazard switch, 7 gauge instrument panel, alloy wheels, good tread on old tires. Stored partially covered for last 35 years. Very little rust, besides the front fenders. I have a current Oklahoma Title and tag in hand.
Priced to sell quickly. $1295 FIRM. $1500 if you want to negotiate”
Not sure how much value is here.
https://wichita.craigslist.org/pts/d/north-newton-1950-willys-jeep-m138/7007744299.html
“1950 Willys Jeep M 38 not a CJ it’s a real army jeep serial number MC21239 had small block Chevy new springs and suspension no rust on body or frame. 900obo”
It’s ready for some Texas hunters.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/368304600789433/
“Jeep/Willis fresh restore, has one hunting season on it. Before that was rebuilt from ground up. Runs and drives great. Ready for hunting season!!”
Repowered with a Ford engine.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/406323476953421/
“1952 M-38 Air Force jeep has a ford 1.9lt engine comes with original engine has older camouflage paint job”
Appears solid.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/382412439311787
“Okay i have a 51 willys m38 and I have a title but the VIN plates are gone can anybody tell me where the VIN numbers are on the frame.”
