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This seller would like to trade his flattie for a wrangler. He’ll take cash too; the title says $11,000, but the ad says $8,000 – $10,000.
“Would like to trade my Willys & some cash for a quality, late model Wrangler with A/C, Auto, 6 cyl – Clean no junk please. My jeep is worth 8K – 10K”
UPDATE **SOLD** Was $1000.
Not sure how much value is here, but may be worth a look …
“this is a 52 jeep willies orignal war jeep.. mostly all stock clean body! i have been primering it up back to army green and getting it allready 4 paint. engine dose need some work but alittle tlc it will run once again. -$1000 obo”
Has an MB?GPW head. Could be a rebuilt engine.
https://treasure.craigslist.org/cto/d/1952-willys-m38-jeep/6758095442.html
“1952 Willys M38 Jeep with title. All original run good. Original 1952 spare tire, New original tires.Many original spare parts gas tank, tow bar, lighting ect…”
I’m not convinced this is actually a complete vehicle, given it appears the front driveline is missing. If the lift was reduced significantly, as well as the price, then the chances of a sale will likely increase. On the plus side, the body/hood/fenders look straight and the engine has been nicely fitted into the engine compartment.
“1953 flatfender m38a jeep for sale or trade for motorcycle. chassi off restore with new paint and all new hardware. complete 350 v8 conversion with all professional fabricated mounts and frame mods. 4 barrell carb, modified steering. spring over with rancho springs, 7″ lift, 31″ tires. shackle reversal …. it was custom built for friend that had to move away, no time for it my self. give me a call or write me back if interested it is valued around 8k but will consider any offer cash or trade. Ben 303.548.5557”
While lacking polish, this M-38 appears very complete. I’m not sure where it’s located, but if you are interested you can find out more at Classiccars.com.
“1951 Jeep M38 made by Willys. Desert sand, black canvas top with doors. Good military tread tires and canvas seat covers. Working wipers and military black out lights. Same owner for 11 years. For more information please call Roger or Bob at 229-382-4750″
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500
This looks like it’s in great shape. May have potential for a beautiful restoration project.
“1952 willys jeep m-38 marine . converted to 12 volt, small rust on passenger floor runs great , good desert jeep , pink slip in hand .”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
This M-38(?) was just auctioned for $5500 on Monday on ebay, so it’s no longer for sale. The strange thing to me is that it appears to be a M-38, with the glove box and the passenger side cutouts, but it doesn’t have a tail gate or the battery box on the passenger side. Anyone have thoughts on why that might be?
“This is a 1954 Willy Jeep 4×4. It’s considered a 1954 because of its chassis, however, it was restored as a 1947. It has approximately 8,000 miles on the engine and a brand new battery. This Jeep has been garaged since restoration and has a beautiful, red color. It has a 3 speed, manual transmission and again, is 4×4. It does not have a top, however, they can be purchased. A family member restored the vehicle approximately 18 years ago and recently, signed the title over to me. “
This looks pretty good for a $500 jeep. It looks like it might be a M-38, though the driver’s side is missing the indents.
“51 Willies jeep-has title-no running-95 % complete-ready to restore or great parts vehicle-call for info or address-steve @ 648-7623”
The seller inherited this jeep, but appears not to know much about them.
“1944 Willys Jeep. Engine runs good. Tires are excellent. Brakes needs some work. I inherited this vehicle some time ago and just don’t have the storage or time to devote to it. I’m listing it without a price because I really don’t know where to start. I’m willing to consider all offers.”
An ewillys reader named Paul is selling a 1951 M-38. With only 8,700 original miles, it’s in excellent shape. He’s asking $11,500.
“I have a 1951 willys M38 army Jeep for sale that only has 8,700 original miles. It is in very good shape with no damage or rust to the body. The paint is also very good. The jeep has underwater equipment, though I don’ t know if it is complete, but it appears complete to me. It is completely stock except for an aftermarket new top and five off road military tires. It also comes with extra parts. I’m asking 11,500 or best offer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4250.
With only 26,000 miles, this M-38 should have plenty of miles left. Except for the winch, it looks pretty stock to me.
” 26K original miles! Always stored inside. Runs!!! Electric wipers, aux. battery, warn winch, spare tire. Sadly must sell”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4200
There’s been a good deal of modifications to this M-38.
“52 willys flat fender, 350/th350/18, spooled D44 w/ dutchman axles, 5:38 gears, rancho spring lift, 33″ bias swampers, power steering, power brakes, on board air, alum radiator, MSD billet dist, 6al ign, approx 2200 miles since completed.”
UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**
Except for the ‘racing’ scoop’, engine and tires, it looks pretty stock.
“A RARE 1952 M38 FLAT FENDER WILLYS JEEP.ENGINE HAS BEEN UPGRADED TO A 1956 F-HEAD 134 CU INCH 75 HP FRESHLY REBUILT. T-90 MANUEL 3 SPEED TRANSMISSION, T-18 TRANSFER CASE. HAS LOCK OUT HUBS. ALL MECHANICAL COMPONENTS IN EXCELLENT WORKING CONDITION. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAS BEEN UPGRADED TO 12 VOLTS. INCLUDES ALTERNATOR, ELECTRIC WIPERS, LIGHTS WITH TURN TURN SIGNALS. ALL GAUGES IN WORKING ORDER.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay..
“1950 WILLYS JEEP, VERY RARE NAVY AIRFORCE RADIO BEACH LANDING FORWARD COMMUNICATION UNIT ORIGINALY. HAS LIFTING LOOPS FRONT AND REAR FOR HELICOPTER OR CRANE LIFTING. IT IS IN VERY GOOD CONDITION AND RUNS AND DRIVES VERY NICE. STUDY THE PHOTO’S AND SEE FOR YOURSELF. TIRES ARE GREAT, STEERS LIKE NEW, AND RUNS QUIET WITH NEW MUFFLER. THE SEATS ARE GOOD, THE ENGINE HAS PLENTY OF POWER FOR OFF ROAD PLUS A GREAT PARADE UNIT AND JUST CRUISING AROUND TOWN OR ON THE HIGHWAY.”
Here's a few MB parts:
Front & Rear Differentials DANA 25
Transmission & Transfer Case T18 (military versions)
All for $100 (all good for parts only)
M-38:
Rare fording kit for M38 – Never installed –
$225 Call for details: (208) 741-9304
I don't see anything that shouldn't be there. Looks in great shape.
"1952 Willys M38 Army Jeep. Korean War jeep, completely restored original. New motor, tranny, Koker tires, brakes, soft top with doors. New paint, looks and runs great. 50 miles on new motor. Call Dan at 989-6333."
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
“Must Sell 1952 flat fender Jeep. 231 v6 auto. comes with 4 33-14.00-15 super swampers on wheels.. also have soft top and mech. jeep winch. offers and trades considered..”
To make me feel better about cutting my brake line, Mitch sent me this series of images of him rolling his jeep last year at Rimrock (Washington State) on 'flat' ground. It kind of looks like Mitch's jeep rolled over and played dead to get out of the mud. Another way to look at it is that, if you are going to roll over, smarter to do it on flat ground rather than on a steep hill …. but right in front of a no parking sign? (see last pic)
Here's Mitch's take on it:
"Here's the series of pics…..That mud was real thick….In the process of rocking it back and forth I was making good progress of getting out….When the front end finally pulled the rear out of the hole, it immediately slid to the left and dropped the left front tire off the little ledge you can barely see in the pics. I had enough momentum and it was enough of a drop that the jeep just slowly flopped on the left side. No damage at all. The cage and tires were the only things that touched ground."
This jeep's been for sale for a while. I believe the price of $2,450 is lower than previous listings.
" 1950 Willys Jeep M-38, Lots of work done. Needs some work,new parts Too much too list. Have reciepts.
Have top bows & Rear seat. 4+4 means off road. Yes, it needs work. But for some who can truly appricate a 1950's Jeep. No it doesn't do 60 mps on the Highway. But is meant for off road use. It takes the right person.
This Jeep run's. Great Winter project. Fun 4+4 Projct. $2,4500. O.B.O. Call Bob for more info. (360)830-9211 will not reply back"
I don’t know whether Craig is finished with his jeep or not, but he certainly had some terrible rot to deal with. I’ve linked to the ‘Golden Triangle Jeep Club’s’ bulletin board for this Build story. Below is the pic of Craig’s M-38 body:
“you could draw a line down the middle of the body and replace all of the driver’s side floor to be safe. i’m gonna avoid catalog bought floor panels and construct my own from 16 gauge sheetmetal along with new crossmembers. i got a pair of Wagoneer Dana 44s last weekend and am working on the suspension, which will be stock waggy leafs in the front and YJ leaves out back. I picked up a Chevy 4.3 V6 to use and can’t decide on which tranny to go with, but i’m thinking SM465 b/c Novak offers a really short adapter to the Dana 18 case….”
View all the rest of Craig’s pics and related comments (10 pages) as he works through various issues.
This build is for sale on eBay. There are plenty of pics. Note the m606 in the background of one of the ebay pics.
“This is a really unique combination of old and new and we’ve had a ton of fun in it. This rig started it’s life as a military M38 until the previous owner started modifying it as a back country rock crawler. When we got it, it had wasn’t much to look at, was missing a windshield but ran and drove so well we had to have it. It is heavily modified to be a safe, comfortable, go anywhere ride. We call it The Rhino Hunter as it has effortlessly shamed a few ORVs in the mud and rocks…”