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Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art’s 1952 M-38A1

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I located a couple good pics of MOMA’s 1952 M-38A1 which was donated by the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund. I would suggest calling ahead to make sure this is still on display if you want to see it.  However, the M-38A1 is not the first jeep to be highlighted by MOMA.  In September of 1951, the Museum of Modern Art in New York decided to exhibit iconic automobile design as pure elements of art & design.  One of the eight vehicles chosen was the M-38, with the description as a “sharply rational vehicle”.  You can read more about that at the Jalopy Journal.

This pic is from a snapper of of NYC images for the NYCPIX blog.  There are some good, everyday sort of pics.  If you’ve spent time in NY, you’ll enjoy this site.

This photo is also from a NYC image blog.

 
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1953 M-38A1 Lynch Station, Va $500

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It doesn’t look too bad for the price.

“4-cyl. F-Head Hurricane engine. Engine stuck, possibly a valve. Divided windshield, curved front fenders, floor pan rusted, “black-out” lights, 2 front seats only, pinacle hitch, some rust in windshield frame, no title. Great for restoration. Call 434-309-1495 or 434-665-6393.”

http://lynchburg.craigslist.org/cto/1855547660.html

 
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Year? M-38A1 Woodbury, Ga $2500

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The seller calls this the military version of the CJ-3B …. naw, I don’t think so.

“This is the military version of the jeep cj-3b. body is in ok shape and it doesnt run but will with a little work. has a pto working 4wd and low/high range.”

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/cto/1843021521.html

 
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M-38A1 Parts for Sale Central, Wi $475

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Robert has some parts for sale.  You can contact him at boris@chorus.net.

“M38A1 parts FS all for $475 I have the following M38A1 Parts: hood, grill, windshield, gas tank, door frames, engine, rebuilt cyl. head, hot water heater, front axles and parts, and springs. Most parts have “issues”; please ask me for more info on anything you are interested in. Selling whole lot for $475; will part out if lot doesn’t sell. Located central WI 54971.”

 
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1952 M-38A1 Sacramento, Ca $1800

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This looks like a good price.

“1952 MJ38A1 Jeep w/1981 Buick V-6 Motor; Runs Good; Comes w/extras(hi lift,seats,tow bar etc.); call w/?s; $1800 or b/o; (916)996-9927.”

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/1830614751.html

 
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1952 M-38A1 Waxahatchie, Tx eBay

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Here’s an old fire jeep.  It turns over and run, but there’s a mechanical problem of some kind.

“Mfg. Serial Number 21583. Date of Delivery 9/52. I bought two of these Jeeps in a package deal. I only want one of them, so I am selling this one. This Jeep would make a nice Jeep to restore. The body has a few bad places on it but all or easily repairable. There is very little rust on this Jeep, you can tell from the photos that the floorboards and toolbox is rust free. This jeep was used as a Fire Truck Brush Jeep and had at one time had a small tank in the rear floorboard. A couple of holes were placed in the floorboard for hoses leaving the tanks but I think they could easily be patched. The engine does turn over but there must be a problem in the drive train because it pulls hard when in gear. In any case it would make a nice Jeep to do a ground up restoration on. There isn’t a title for this Jeep but I will include with a Bill of Sale. Sold as is where is with no warranties expressed or implied. Selling it as a parts vehicle to be restored.”

View all the pics on eBay

 
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1966 M-38A1 Bay City, MI $2000 Includes Trailer

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This sold quicky … thought I’d post it anyway.  It sure looked like a good price.

“1966 CJ-5 military jeep 225 v-6 buick jeepster original motor, rebuilt transmission, 2 new drive shafts, new brakes all the way around, new starter, alternator, points, plugs & wires, gas pump, inline filter, & rebuilt carburator. Runs good, 4 wheel drive works, nice project to finish. Asking $2000 includes trailer.”

 
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1952 M-38a1 Santa Rosa, CA **SOLD**

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1952_m38a1_santarosaUPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000

Here’s an M-38a1 with a freshly rebuilt 327 engine, rear end and front end.  It’s a project still.  I think the louvered hood is also unusual (I haven’t seen too many of these, though I *think* it’s a non-military hood).

“1952 WILLYS MILITARY JEEP PROJECT. M38 A1. Completely rebuilt 327 ci chevy motor, chevy 1-ton transmission, jeep model 18 transfercase and adaptor. Both axles completly rebuilt. I have all the parts and more. No major rust. Clean tittle and registration. Great jeep for the right person. “

 
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1954 M-38A1 Arvada, Co **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was Make offer

This looks like a pretty nice rig.

“54 willys m38 a1 korean military jeep. Beautiful restoration. way too many things to list. call bob”

 
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1955 M-38A1 Indianapolis, In $1250

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It doesn’t run, but appears pretty complete.

“55 jeep . Needs restored. Has been in a barn fire some time in its life. has the two front seats and the rear bench. motor is free and i can get it to turn over. selling as is with bill of sale. email at coopscars@comcast.net or call 317-797-1985. $1250 or make me an offer.”

http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/1814995882.html

 
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1952 M-38A1 Ravensdale, WA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.

It’s got a nice top and runs, but has some rust issues.

“1952 willys, all orignal except for 12 volt system. has the 134 f head 4 banger that I have running it will drive around, but the brakes need to be worked on. there is bad rust on the passenger and drivers side floor boards. outside the body is in ok shape a dent here and there. 2 of the tires leak down every day or so from dryrot. bottom line is it needs work to drive. call with questions I don’t reply to emails”

 
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1952 M-38A1 Owendale, Mi $850

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This looks like a good price on a very early M-38a1.

“1952 M38-A1 first year of the round fender jeeps, Original engine, 24V electrics, restorable body. Was used as a fire truck after it left the Army. Still has the Army green paint underneath. Engine is siezed from storage. Great project vehicle mostly original. Some extra parts. Please put WILLYS in the subject line when e-mailing.”

http://thumb.craigslist.org/cto/1802016803.html

 
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1961 M-38A1 Bakersfield, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500

(05/25/2010) This looks like a good restoration possibility.

“1961 Willys Military jeep M38a1 Has a f-134 4 cylinder engine, runs good, 4×4 high and low all working has current tags and title, needs to be restored. $1800.00”

 
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1953 M-38A1 San Bruno, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: Was $3500. **SOLD**

It’s got a great top. It comes with an anti-theft chain, too (see stearing wheel pic).

“1953 M38A1 WILLY JEEP. GREAT RUNNING JEEP. GREAT FOR FOUR WHEELIN AND HUNTING. ASKIN 350O OR BEST OFFER.”

 
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1952 M-38A1 West Valley, Ut $550

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Brett spotted this one.  It runs and has a rollcage.  Looks like a good deal.

“1952 WILLEYS JEEP WITH 283 SMALL BLOCK CHEV ENGINE. RUNS, HAVE TITLE..CALL 801-638-4226”

http://www.ksl.com/index.php?sid=0&nid=443&tab=list/view&ad=2633504

 
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1954 M-38A1 Berea, KY **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000

I wonder if this comes with any Fire Department extras.  I don’t see any on there right now.

“This is a M38A1 ex military , ex fire department jeep. easy to restore or drive and use like it is!!!”

 

 
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1954 M-38A1 Rockford, IL **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.

Here’s an original, lightly used Jeep.

“1954 willys military jeep.  under 30,000 miles.  has recently been painted. tires are original and in good condition. all parts are original except 2 new batteries, no canvas top. have some metal frame work for top. body , inner wheel well and framework appear to be rust free.  been in storage for 18 years that we know of. reduced to $3,000.00.”

 
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1953 M-38A1 Oakdale, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800

This looks like a good price.  Seller must sell this weekend.

“1953 Willys jeep Call for info first 1800 takes it home must sell this weekend.”

 

 
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1957 M-38A1 Barstow, Ca $1500

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This needs a little more work (not sure what).

“1957 JEEP WILLY”S powered by a 289 ford, New radiator and electric fan.4.88 gears Locked up in the rear with dic’s breaks all around, sky jacker lift! sitting on 33 Mickey Thompson Baja Claw about 85% tread left. Rim’s are powder coated satin black. Exterior is rhino lined forest green, interior is black under coater. New weather striping. Title is clean jeep is about 90% done need a little more work. 1500 needs to sell”

http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/1763313415.html

 
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Plattsburgh Fire Dept’s M-38A1

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I wouldn’t mind getting some more shots of this 1958 Civil Defense M-38A1  from the South Plattsburgh Fire Department out of Plattsburgh, NY.  This unit serves as their brush truck and currently carries 80 gallons of water, chain saw, hand tools and a booster reel supplied by a 30 gpm pump belt driven off the prime mover engine.

 
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1952 M-38A1 Bourbonnais, Il $3900

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This appears in good shape.  It might make a good reproduction project.

“selling a 1952 Willys , Military Jeep , 3 Sp. Manual Trans with Hi & Lo , Bikini Top , Has an Updated Ford Pinto 110 Hp. Engine , 12 Volt Wiring System , Turn Signals & Lights , Came out of Military in 1986 , used only around the farm & Parades , Stored inside all its life , no rust through , this has only been driven 820 miles since 1990 , not Pictured but comes with a Roll Bar , Great Condition for a 1952 & Runs Great , email for more pics & info . or call 815-685-2419”

http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/cto/1760699765.html

 
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1960 M-38A1 Raymond, Wa **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.

(05/17/2010) It looks solid and mostly stock.

“1960 WILLYS JEEP BUICK V-6 THREE SPEED TRANY RUNS AND DRIVES GOOD,NEEDS A LITTLE TLC. HAS BEEN SITTING FOR FIVE YEARS.SALE OR TRADE $2400 O.B.O. TRADE FOR ATV SEA DOO,GUN SAFE OR GUNS.”

 
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1952 M-38A1 Applegate, Or $3200

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This looks like a great price.

“1952 M38A1 willys Jeep In very nice shape It was restored and then has been in storage
for many years. Original motor, Just had carb rebuilt, Canvas Top. Call for full info. 541-260-7987.”

http://medford.craigslist.org/cto/1751264607.html

 
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1953 M-38A1 Cle Elum, Wa $2000

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UPDATE:  Still Available.  This sure looks like a good price.

“4×4 1953 CJ5, Newer brake lines and cylinders, newer rough country 2 1/2″ lift. Springs are under so you can do a spring over simply.LED and original tail lights. All new fluids in tran,transfer,front,rear and motor. 3 speed tran, New rebuilt 513 geared rear end. Sweet crawling gears, Dual exhaust, pintle hitch, dash plate with original specs, 307 v8, Runs and drives awesome. no shop or time for fun . Never ever been titled but legit, have tons of reciepts and papers, NO TRADES!!!!!!!!!!!!(509) 261 0037 thanks rock crawler military hunting camping”

http://yakima.craigslist.org/cto/1745188475.html

 
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1967 M-38A1 Heber, Ut $1300

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UPDATE:  Price dropped to $1200

(04/23/2010) The Utah eWillys Bureau found this rig.  Drop a different body on this and it could be a nice jeep.

“This is a running jeep i have a it primmered. it has a 304 v8 manual 3 speed and a twin stick transfer case. It is sitting on 34×9.50×17 super swamper tsl with 99% tread. it comes with soft doors and a soft top. I bought this to build it up and decided to go another route. Thanks Jake 4358815966”

www.ksl.com/?nid=218&ad=10750786&cat=402&lpid=1