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Look solid.
“1953-m38a1-grantspass-ore”
https://eugene.craigslist.org/cto/d/willys-jeep/6168151026.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.
(07/28/2015) Looks parade ready.
“1955 Korean War M38A1 Willy’s Jeep that is in excellent condition. I have receipts, work order, maintenance logs going back nearly 20 years. This jeep has had a lot of time, effort and money invested into it over the years including a full engine overhaul (at a cost of nearly 3.5K– nothing was skimped. Vehicle has approx 2700 miles since engine overhaul. I currently drive the jeep when weather permits in parades and military funerals. The paint is from Quantico U.S. Marine Base and is Marine Chemical Resistant paint approximately 8 years old. Every thing works on the jeep. Gages, horn, lights and has new spark plugs, wires, new radiator and has a very hard to find military antenna. This is a 24 volt system that has 2 new military batteries. This is not a frame off restoration but everything else is 100 percent. All new canvas on seats and top. There is an AM/FM/CD radio
with 9″ speakers mounted in two ammo cans in the rear of the jeep. Five new military tires and tubes”
Looks in good shape.
“1953 Military Jeep M38-A1
Complete Frame off Restoration
Professionally Appraised at $10,500
Asking $9,500 OBO”
https://omaha.craigslist.org/atq/6199909658.html
Appears in good shape.
“military jeep was in turner days 2 years motor was rebuilt with a electric fuel pump”
https://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/6182282691.html
Needs some mechanical work.
“1952 Willy’s Marine Jeep all original needs some work but the master cylinder is not on it. Batteries and generator and a extra tub goes to.”
https://littlerock.craigslist.org/snw/6193641731.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3600.
There’s a sale pending on this one. What’s on the passenger floor? Is that a heater?
“Here is a good running vintage Jeep. 4 cylinder engine has been recently rebuilt. Good military style tires. Like new soft top and doors. Good strong winch. $3600 obo.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
It runs, but leaks a bit.
“Military Jeep; 1953 M38A1 ¾ ton. This Jeep is in fair condition for being 63 years old. It runs but has leaky seals. Lots of spare parts including two tops and doors. $5000 firm”
Looks solid.
“Korean War Era Willys M38A-1 Jeep in good condition. Same owner for 21 years. Tub and frame in great shape. It has been converted to 12 volt system. Comes with full canvas top, side curtains, doors and an extra carburetor.”
https://bham.craigslist.org/cto/6127022333.html
This one looks in good shape. Barry spotted it. It almost looks like the rear wheels are larger than the fronts. It must be an optical illusion?
“I am selling my 52 Willys overland, frame off restoration with a little over 23k mileage. Runs and drives really nice, very fun to drive. I have too many projects and need to let this one go. I will consider trades for running drivable Camaro, Chevelle or an 87 Monte Carlo SS hardtop. ”
https://gadsden.craigslist.org/cto/6152949589.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $15,500.
Looks nice.
“Off the chassis restoration. No rust. New tires, doors, beachwood top and seats.Excellent condition mechanically and body. Ready to put in parades and car shows or just to drive around town. Painted military od green with proper military army marking.”
Looks like the passenger fender may have been dented.
“THIS IS A VERY CLEAN JEEP RUNS AND DRIVES AND STOPS GREAT . EVERYTHING WORKS .LITTLE SURFACE RUST. MAY ENTERTAIN TRADES”
https://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/cto/6148305363.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
Looks like a good price.
“1953 m38 a1 marine corps readio jeep. good condition, runs, drives, with title. ”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $6500.
(05/12/2017) Been parked for a while, but still looks in good shape.
“Original M38 A1 Jeep. 3 speed, 4 cylinder hurricane 134 engine, all original. 24v electronics. Waterproof alternator etc. Cool original military accessories. Been parked for over 8 years. One of the very first m38a1 ever built. No rust but will need some help to run again.”
Could use some better pics, but sure looks pretty stock.
“M38a1 willys military USMC version of the cj5.. very origional, top, doors, military radio.. xtra parts include new f134 engine, many spares, licenced, pink in hand… black plate if you want it.. . John contact ”
https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/6129468383.html
Steve spotted this militarized CJ-5..
“4 cylinder original Jeep. New copper radiator, new windshield, paint, carb. Antique tag. Many reinforced body and frame work. Motor runs great. Awesome paint job with clean detailing. Must see! New military tires.”
https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/cto/6116244936.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
Could make a good resto project.
“1955 m38a1 Willis Jeep. Complete origional and correct. Not running, needs engine rebuilt.. selling as project, or parts.. no rust.. is plates and numbers match.. bill of sale. Serious knowledgeable buyers call contact ”
Could be a good price.
“I have a 1955 jeep willys it’s a m38a1 and it runs great I just put a new carb kit in it and a set of plugs”
https://lascruces.craigslist.org/cto/6092819828.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
It could be a good price.
“Runs good new tires new batteries, new seats ,nice paint, 24 volt system, just about rust free.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $12,500.
Nice looking M-38A1.
“1955 Military Jeep. This is a communications model jeep, which has an overdrive transmission. The jeep was restored a few years ago, and the only part of the jeep that is not correct is the rims and tires. They were changed out for a more comfortable ride on the pavement. I do not have the original rims and tires anymore. The jeep runs and looks great. $15,000 OBO. Serious inquires only, and no brokers please. Clean Title and ready to go.”
https://miami.craigslist.org/pbc/cto/6026163579.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Craig spotted this interesting find. It seems the seller wants to sell either the M-38A1 or a 1967 London Taxi. I’m thinking the London Taxi is a cooler choice!
“Your choice jeep almost done the other needs work.1- 1955 willys M38A1 jeep just about parade ready 100%complete only missing b.o. light on fender correct only engine and 12v system changed. 6cyl. ford. 2 REAL DEAL 1967 London black cab 100% complete with history down to meter and jump seats .2.2 diesel smokes so I am pulling for rebuild or swap serious calls only”
I like this for the price.
“Jeep is complete and running with rebuilt engine and spare engines. Has new side doors with canvas sides. Asking $7500 OBO.”
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/6069693707.html
Possible restoration candidate.
“1953 Willys M38A1. All machine work complete on the engine. Bored .60 over, crank turned 20/20. New water pump, thermostat housing, and gasket set. Radiator has been redone. All the parts are with the Jeep. I pulled this out of Atoka Oklahoma, it belonged to a Korean War Veteran. He had started the restoration by tearing down the engine and then lost his sight. No title, but I can acquire one through court order for 475.00 black tagged. Not running will need final assembly.”
https://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/6041621521.html
Deborah (aka Alaska Paul’s “the Goddess”) forwarded this ad.
“1953 Willy’s M38A1 1/4 Ton 4 x 4 Jeep. Serial # 44613. Mileage reads 38,117. Powered by the original Hurricane 4 cylinder F-Head gas engine. 3 speed manual transmission, 2 speed transfer case and 2 or 4 wheel drive. This M38A1 starts very easily and runs, drives and stops good. The body is in good solid shape with some imperfections (see photos). All lights, gauges and turn signals work. Overall this is a nice old Army Jeep.”
It’s not running at the moment, but looks in good shape.
“’53 Korean War vintage M38A1 Willy’s Jeep. Overall in good shape but presently not running. Was running great when I purchased it two years ago for a restoration project, but it has been sitting in the garage since then. I’m sure batteries will need replacing, oil pan gaskets leaks and carb will need cleaning. Everything else looked solid when I bought it. Tires are like new. Canvas top & seats are awesome. Body is solid. Even have side doors and flaps. Hurricane engine only has 22,700 miles. Also has a heater (not installed). Great start for project military Jeep. Selling for $5,200 while it’s not running. Once I take to my mechanic and get it running price will go up to $6,200. ”
https://nh.craigslist.org/cto/6025915146.html
