This looks nice, it’s cleaned and painted with some care.  But . . . here’s my thing . . .I guess when someone describes a jeep as “museum quality” and “pristine condition” I have certain expectations (despite some of the poor museum jeeps we’ve documented herein).  So, if his were my museum piece, the lettering would be different on the hood (not marked 52-m38A1), the engine parts would not be all painted like they are here, and the steering column wouldn’t be off color (unless that’s a color option I didn’t know about).  It also appears this should have the hinged grille, but the hinges are missing.

” This Jeep is in pristine condition and has been restored to museum quality inside and out by the Armed Forces History Museum.  It includes a non-functional removable 30 caliber machine gun.”

View all the information on eBay

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.

(10/21/2012) This is a nice looking, early M-38A1 with the hinged grille.

“1953 Jeep M38 A1 Military, Same as CJ5, engine, axles, wiring, paint and interior all rebuilt to original, Fun toy, 4-wheel drive,”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

This is a no reserve auction.  It’s not perfect, but appears solid.

“We bought this Willys from the US Forrestry Department and painted it Army green. It runs great and is as solid a Jeep as you will find. When it was painted, there was absolutely NO rust repair. We’ve used it in a couple of parades and has sat in the barn now for five years. My wife says I’ve got to clean out the barn and and get rid of items I don’t use. It was fun to own but needs to go to someone who will appreciate it better.

I’m offering this for sale on ebay only and will not sell it outside the auction. We have a shipping company and can arrange shipping in an enclosed trailer for a fee. E-mail me your zip code for a shipping estimate. The spare tire is the original tire and I bought a new spare tire mount but never installed it. I’ll put a new battery in the Jeep when it sells. Good luck and thank you for viewing my auction.”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $19,500.

Mark listed this nice M-38A1 at sellajeep.com.

“Very Rare M38A1 Early Production 1952 Army Jeep with a Rare Military Issue 100 Amp Auxiliary Generating System

Completely restored to its original condition from the ground up!!”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.

It need some hat channel work, but looks good otherwise.

“1952 M38A1 Willys Jeep military Jeep.. Not hacked or butchered / civilianized. Still 24 Volt with 2 batteries. Rebuilt motor. Runs perfect. Has some of the typical rust / rot in hat channels. Not quite up to motor pool specs but fine for riding around / mil vehicle shows / parades. Has original siren, radio rack, convoy light. bridge plate, tow rope, and front lock out hubs. I have new Jeep panels plus side / rocker panels, gas tank tub replacement sheet metal. Has winter top with doors and side curtains. Currently registered used / driven on a regular basis for shows and parades. Like the hot rod Lincoln , the brakes are good and the tires fair. Looking to get $6500 which is fair for its condition and with all the accessories. Send e-mail for any questions or to set up appointment to see / drive vehicle. May be open to swap towards WW2 Dodge WC/ Command Car or MB / GPW Jeep. Send photos of what you have and what your thinking.”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $11,500.

While appearing solid, this has several inaccurate details, such as the tail gate and the passenger side brackets.  The intake hose for the carb is broken and the dash gauge panel has damage.

“1953 Willis Jeep. 4 cyl. 3 speed. New tires and two new batteries. Four wheel drive with a low and high gear. Great to drive. A part of AMERICAN HISTORY for you to own and drive…..”http://raleigh.craigslist.org/ctd/3282552068.html

This is a project, but lots of good work has been done.

“1952 Willys Jeep M38A1. Jeep was complete at start of rebuild. Has been completely disassembled to bare frame and media blasted. Body & frame are 100% rust free. All bodywork is completed except for several dents on hood. Have extra hood. Has rebuilt front & rear differentials, transmission, transfer case, new driveshafts. Rebuilt suspension, steering, steering gear. All brake components are new. New tires. Have new fuel tank, NOS rear bumper w/ all hardware. Jeep is original except for rebuilt 151CI Chevrolet engine installed. Have original complete engine, bellhousing, clutch.
Needs to have restoration completed.
Asking $4,800.00
Contact James at 505-298-4996. Reference Jeep for sale when you call.”

http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/3315126849.html

This looks solid.  The seller includes a link to lots of pictures.

“My pride and Joy is up for sale or Trade. Full frame off restoration. I have use/ kept as many of the original willys parts that I could. Has new NDT tires, interstate batteries(original 24v system). Tail lights are updated to led. Starts first time every time, purrs like a kitten. I probably have put 200 miles on it since completion. Steering is tight and doesn’t wander at all new clutch, brakes. Engine is strong for factory 4 cylinder. Fun little drive. You will get looks from everyone w/ this little thing. 10k obo or will consider trade for late model AWD turbo wagon (audi/volvo/vw/xt subie) or Acura MDX/honda Pilot. Please call/text Chad @ 970-389-3991 please dont email me unless you guve me a heads up because it will go directly to junk mail. I can provide you w/ better and more pics upon request. Please only serious inquiries. This is the like to see 70 hi res pics on Picasa https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/view?uname=100891370307441053084&isOwner=true&psc=S&tags=53+willies”

http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/3299404323.html

This comes with lots of bling.

“i have a 53 jeep willys title in hand don’t need to sell but reasonable offers are welcome, I have many many extras to go with this set up, to include camo netting polls spreaders dummy rifle to fit in the rack mount, antennas radios have not been tested i never needed to use them so never tried to work them, i can wright for hour or more about but if your serious call and we talk, I do want to say the engine leaks havent been able to find what the trouble was. will need looked into but engine is solid.

seven one seven 49 six 3084”

http://harrisburg.craigslist.org/cto/3299277508.html

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.

This looks good for the price.

“1952 Willys Jeep, M38A-1 military from Korean war era. Needs restoration. New soft top. 3 speed, Hi-low, 2-4WDR.
Moving and need to sell. $2500 OBO.”

UPDATE:  Was $12,500. **SOLD**

(08/24/2012) This looks well maintained.

“This is an original military Jeep from the Korean war years. Excellent condition, fun to drive! This is the real deal!

I’ve been putting the final touches on cleaning up this Jeep, which the pictures will demonstrate is in great condition.

I purchased the vehicle from a family in Waukesha, Wisconsin that used it for a family drives. Vehicle was owned by a collector in Minnesota prior to that, and by another in Wisconsin before him. Purchaser will get all information I have on the vehicle, but I’m only as far back as 1992.

The Jeep comes with the axe, shovel, radio and power supply, 1” manilla bumper rope, canvas, seat belts, and ORIGINAL 1952 M38A1 Operator’s Manual, as would have been with the vehicle in a military motor pool. Vehicle is still the original 24volt electric system.

I hope that someone else can enjoy this vehicle as much as I do. I highly recommend getting one (like this) that is already restored, because if you try to buy one of these 5-9k ones, you will end up putting a ton of money into it.”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay

“Here is a classic piece of military history. This 62 Willy’s M38A1 will really turn heads.
Drive Train Works Good
Newer Military Tires
Overall Condition 8 out of 10
I bought it at an auction and drove it back to my shop. I have very little history with it
The only thing I can see that it needs is a headlight dimmer switch”

This isn’t perfectly original, but looks like a solid little jeep.

“This is a restored authentic 1953 m38a1 willys 1/4 ton jeep. This model has a L head go devil engine that s running strong with an electronic ignition by pertronix. Transmission is. T-90 with the original Dana/ spicer d44 rear and d25 front axles. Most of the military bolt ons have been re-located an installed with original parts r new old stock. This isn’t perfect, it’s 1953, and it’s $5k. Perfect is $8-15k. Have all new bolt on engine parts. Frame was sealed when body was off with kbs coating frame paint. No rust on frame and all rust has been stopped, removed and repainted. Rocker panels and floor solid and floor was nearly all replaced. Has cj3a gas tank under seat which is clean and hooked up. Converted to 12 volt by p.o. And all lights and blinkers function making this a solid vehicle that can be registered. Waiting for the title to come back from SOS and will have any time now. Have an original 1953 Michigan plate that goes with it($30 value). Tire has tread but are checked and I havent gotten to replacing them. Driveable. I ought a new 7 x 15 spare which is closer to original size. Has cj5 15″ rims.

The hood numbers and unit markings are the original usmc badges I found as I sanded down the body.

I get a lot of heads turning when I take it out. It’s an awesome feeling having a jeep that no one around does. My neighbor has a 2012 rubicon $40k jeep and is jealous. It’s history and old=cool

I love this thing. I really wanted a cj2a but this project called my name. Willing to entertain cj2a, cj3a, cj3b trades plus cash or straight up if in good condition.”

http://centralmich.craigslist.org/cto/3153390334.html

This has some documented history, too.

“A really cool pre-Vietnam era 1962 Marine Military Willys Jeep. All there, runs good, all original except for the fuel pump. Owned by a 2-star General with papers to document. 26k original miles with clean title. Think how fun it would be to take this around the neighborhood! Interested in trades of greater value. Call 704-736-one one nine two or text 828-228-five one one nine or send an email for details. Thanks for looking.”

http://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/3128478022.html

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000

Looks like a good price.

“1960 U.S.M.C WILLYS M38A1 $5000 TO MUCH TO LIST”