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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
Listed as a 1942, it’s looks to be a 2A, but could be a 3A.
“Primer white. Some surface rust. Need full restoration. Engine is NOT seized. Oil was put in the cylinders when it was parked. Clear blue title.”
The body seems to be sitting on this frame oddly.
“build this awhile ago no time for it any more 1946 willys with a v6”
http://greenbay.craigslist.org/cto/5206034373.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $13,950
(06/20/2015) Looks like a clean build.
“First year civilian Willy’s Cj-2a 46′. Very clean total frame off restoration, No rust. Detailed to the hilt! Runs and drives better than new with a Chevy V8, New Trans and New transfer case. Best of the best throughout. New 35s. New Bestop Softtop, doors and seats. heater, LED Lights. Too much fun! ”
There’s only one jeep pictures, but it looks like an M-38.
“Two Willy’s 1946 & 1947 jeeps one runs good. Clean titles for the jeep that runs, comes with a lot of extra parts. One Willy’s jeep is just for parts 1946. Do not contact me with unsolicited services or offers.”
http://up.craigslist.org/cto/5205981405.html
It looks to have a full floating rear, along with a bobcat hood. It runs.
“I have a 1954 willys for sale. It runs great and drives. Bought it to make into wheeler but decided to go a different direction. It has a 304 v8 with a manual trans. Motor runs strong. All light and signals work. Call or text for more info.”
http://kpr.craigslist.org/cto/5206596879.html
Updated bumpers, but still worth a look.
“Price $5400 or Will trade for motorcycle of equal value.
New Brake system, new tires, new alternator, and new gas tank + more
Please call, no texting.”
http://tulsa.craigslist.org/cto/5198508346.html
It doesn’t run, but does include an overdrive.
“Rare 1947
Low fender CJ2A
This is a project vehicle, it is not running.
There is an engine that comes with it, AMC 2.5L
Standard transmission
Twin stick transfer case
Warn Overdrive
I believe it is a 4.56 gearingin g
There are two doors
Frame for the back seat
5 original wheels
It has some rust, some bondo
as well as some welds that look like bubble gum”
http://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/5204636346.html
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/24/2015) Looks like a good price. Seller thinks this is a 1949, but better check the VIN to know for sure. Has an updated engine some other mods.
“1949 Willy’s CJ-2a. Last of the split window model, only about 700 produced that year.
1.8L Ford Pinto engine (70’s vintage). Original running gear otherwise. Full roll cage, widened front fenders, steering box in front of axle, fiberglass seats, 12V, custom aluminum wheels, custom built replacement fuel tank, bikini top, half doors, full top w/ doors, cheap stereo. Clear title in my name.
This was my daily driver/work truck for nearly 6 years and then 14 years ago I parked it in my garage where it remained until last month. It ran when I parked it, but just barely (was a serious oil burner). I’ve made no attempt to start it. If you’re the lucky new owner you’ll have to pick it up with a trailer.
There’s some rust, particularly on the tailgate and some around the window, but the floor pans and rear corners are solid. The hood is slightly caved with rust on the hinge. It does not have the parking brake.”
http://eastidaho.craigslist.org/cto/5186164504.html
UPDATE: Still Available.
(0714/2015) Looks good.
“1946 Jeep Willys Flatfender CJ2a
1981 Buick 3.8 V6
2 bl carb
Stock Trans 3 speed, stock T-case
1976+ Cj5 narrow track axles, Think 3.07 gears, Disc brakes up front, think CJ5 leaf springs.
New shocks
Newer starter
No lockers!
9k Warn Winch XD9000i
Full soft top by best top in very good shape
No heater in jeep.
New 3 core radiator no over heating issue!
Optima Battery
Power steering
4×4 works great
Drivers & Passengers seats have been moved back 4″ for more leg room. Im 6′ a lot better.
Full roll cage
Like new 7.50×16 Hercules HDT tires
no spare tire
Installed 1942 GPW willys grill with Hella 500 light behind grill with 35w bulbs
Runs and drives great for its age use it up here in williams on the weekends on long trail runs reliable. No hard core rock crawling with it yet. ”
http://flagstaff.craigslist.org/cto/5201938908.html
UPDATE Price dropped to $2900.
(08/12/2015) It looks this might have a VEC body.
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/5163482226.html
“This is an all original 47 willys 4WD TO include the 4 Cylinder Go Devil engine…IT IS A PROJECT BUT MOST OF THE HEAVY LIFTING IS DONE….this is a great project and would make a fantastic father/son project…Motivated to sell $4900 OBO.. ..Clean Title in hand, no smog necessary, blue cal plates on non op…no back fees….. Continue reading
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1250
“late 40’s early 50’s Willys flat fender military type Jeep. Chassis has been cleaned up and painted. Body needs work, but fixable. Comes with a Military engine, was running but missing exhaust manifold, distributor, and starter. Will also sell with adapter plate for small block Chevy into Jeep. Comes with trans, transfer case, enough to start a project Willys flat fender. No title. $1250 obo or trade 2one9-476-5six5two……….NO TEXTS
Have a LOT of other Willys Jeep parts and another more complete Jeep with a fresh rebuilt engine and a lots of spare parts. Can also make package deal on both Jeeps and all the parts. Call for info.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,500.
Appears solid. Some close up pics would be great.
“Lovingly restored 1946 Willys CJ-2A. This jeep has been in my family since 1953 so it is with much deliberation that I have decided to sell her. Other project are waiting so my baby needs a new home. No expense was spared in the frame off restoration of this jeep. Every nut, bolt, bushing, wire, bearing, seal, tire, belt, and everything else was replaced. The entire tub has paint mixed bed liner on the bottom and inside the jeep, even the underside of the hood and fenders were coated. Cloth wiring harness and 6 volt system keep it original. Hand painted pin stripes on wheels.
Beachwood Canvas Works top and seats”
UPDATE: **SOLD* was $4500.
(09/02/2015) Has a fiberglass body. Looks good.
“Fiberglass tub, metal fenders and hood.
12 volt starter and system.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2900.
No description.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Has a rear PTO. Jeep doesn’t run.
“I have a rolling project it would not take much to have it up and running set for last 5 years was running took cab off to have redone and never got it done it has the pto tranfercase on back for saw mill or what ever all there ran my is free motor is free wheels free has factory every thing does have a few spots in the floor under seat that’s bad the floor in the back needs replaced frame is in good shape I have 5 cabs to go with it I also have hard to find the aluminium top and doors for it and have title thanks any ? call”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,500.
(08/05/2015) This deserve more pics.
“Early 1946 willys cj2a black plate california car. original shape,rebuilt engine,new clutch,very nice original rust free.”
UPDATE: Price bumped to $11,000
(08/04/2015) “First civilian jeep offered. 1946 that has been upgraded with brakes, wiring harness, clutch, steering and more. Owned for twenty five years, all mechanical and electrical systems reworked.
THIS IS AN UPDATE. After re-evaluating based on condition, I have increased the asking price.Underneath inspection indicated that the rust that was present when I bought it is not materially different; the previous owner treated it with some magic potion that stopped it. The rust underneath can be repaired without replacing the tub. Fenders, bed, and sides excellent shape.”
http://macon.craigslist.org/cto/5154160451.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
Runs and drives.
“Runs and drives. Gas tank needs to be cleaned or replaced. Rust on underside.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
(01/13/2015) It’s a project.
“1946 Willys Jeep CJ-2A restoration project. This Jeep appears to be fairly complete, but it needs a total ground-up restoration. It hasn’t been run since the 80’s. I have been told it was a running vehicle when it was parked, but I have made no effort to test this theory as I’m sure it will need work just to get it to turn over. You should plan to trailer it home. The front fenders and grill are included, they are just not shown in the photos. Jeep has been cleaned up a tad since the pics were taken but still needs more work. Does not appear to have any noticeable rust issues, but it does appear that the front frame horn on the passenger side has been previously repaired. It has been in Arizona since at least 1969 and has a clean Arizona title.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4300.
(08/25/2015) No obvious rust.
“1948 CJ2A runs good, everything works, previous owner had new radiator put in and painted it, good battery, gas tank had leak-repaired, new sending unit in tank and gas gauge, front axle seals replaced, good tires, winch with remote never used it, holds road good for a ole jeep. Just setting in shop don’t drive it anymore.”
This has an replacement body. Looks like a nice rig.
“This is a great Jeep 4×4. You will not find many in this condition. If any! It has been completely gone threw. Just recently did entire new brake system, hoses, master cylinders, everything. Has been converted to 12V with battery disconnect. Electric fan for those parade days, etc. Heater, they were not standard in ’46. New tires, new top, has roll bar, trailer hitch. everything works. This is the first year the commercial model was available to the public after the war. No rust anywhere and everything has been undercoated so it never will. Showing on speedometer and title has 21350 miles. Has a couple small spots on paint but nothing big.Does have the doors just have them off.”
http://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/5196849848.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3800.
(08/16/2015) Title indicates it is a 1942 MB, but I don’t see an MB here.
“Willys jeep for sale great shape rebuilt steering have the title it’s says 1942mb but I don’t think it is the windshield is not split it has a Crack in the passengers side glass the motor is a Buick odd fire v6 I’ve had the jeep for about three years . All the lights brake, headlights,turn signals flashers work brakes work too high and low works great . Like I said I’ve only had it for about 3 years don’t know too much about it. 4500.00 call or preferably txt ”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $2750.
(07/21/2015) Lots of updates. It seems to have an odd paint job. I wish there was a closeup pic.
“’48 Willys Jeep CJ2a, Yes it’s a real Jeep, I built it!! Orig body in good shape, orig frame, some repair to front. ’74 CJ-5 Dana 30 / 44 with 4.27 gears, was told rear is a posi. Late ’80s Chevy 305 V8, ’55 SM420 trans, worn second gear synchro. ’68 Scout Dana 20 xfer case, appears to have factory twin stick, i.e. can shift into 2wd low range. Hanging brake pedal with a ’74 CJ5 dual port master cylinder.Was a daily driver through 2001, largely sat since. Started and drove it a bit a year ago. Comes with a ’79 Dana 30 narrow track CJ-7 axle with disc brakes, so you have all the parts needed for a front disc conversion; from the looks I’d get new rotors and calipers, use these for cores. Has aftermarket rear folding seat, and of course the Besttop in pics.
what it needs:
New drivers seat (have a premium racing seat brand new!)
new gas tank (have a new one in the box with new sending unit and gasket) The one in it is JC Whitney, had mis-aligned sending unit holes.
New fuel line, has a rubber line that’s OK, but exits frame real close to the exhaust.
New battery
Of course, replace brake fluid, oil etc etc.
Jeep is in Winnemucca. I can bring it to Reno, but not ’til after Burningman. Yes, this Willy’s is an old school Burner, ’96 thru ’99! (Hence the hand print paint job). Even has an original “Nevadans for Burningman” sticker!
Got a beat up Cherokee for a new project; has room for the 90 lb dog and camping gear!”
It doesn’t run.
“For sale is a 1948 Jeep Willys CJ-2A. Good candidate for restoration, body is in decent shape needs driver and passenger floor work. Very complete minus top, motor is unknown condition doesn’t run. This is a project I’m never going to get to, as much as I want to. Looking to sell but possible trades for four wheeler another jeep or a snap on toolbox. Thanks.”
http://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/5197259886.html
