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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBayeBay.
Serial number 512. It’s a very VEC.
“45′ Cj-2a Very early production! Serial number 512. Jeep if pretty complete, runs, and a great restoration candidate. This is the most collectible model with tool indents and full floater rear axle. Has full set of original data plates on the dash.
Very nice front gussetts and original bumper.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
It’s rough, but there’s lot of parts there for an VEC rebuild.
“1946 Willys CJ-2a Column shift jeep…. Serial #12172 makes it the 2172 jeep off the assembly line. Rare Early features like drivers side tool indents and full floating rear axle..
Data plates are intact and nice shape! Frame and front bumper is overall good, but the body is pretty bad.
Original square rivet windshield.
Floor shift transmission, but I am including the correct side shift case! Engine runs, need to check the serial #
Great candidate for full restoration, as these VEP column shift jeeps are hard to find, and very collectible!
Sold as is, no warranty…Bill of sale only. Please email questions. Thanks”
The most unexpected part of this jeep might be the Hawaiian license plates.
“THIS AUTO RUNS GREAT”
http://providence.craigslist.org/cto/4204815421.html
No pics provided.
“2 1946 Willys Jeeps. Good winter project. Both Jeeps runs. Complete Willys minus the tops. 2 will make one giod Willys. All original. Have title. $1500 obo. Call or text 5707807651”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2500.
(02/02/2013) It comes with doors, but unclear if it has a top.
“All original, runs good, original flat 4 cylinder, engine has been gone over, carburetor has been cleaned, new plugs, new break drums and pads, gas tank has been dropped and sealed.
Call between 12pm & 5pm
517-581-0788 Ask for Fred”
http://lansing.craigslist.org/bar/4070969321.html
Looks like it is missing the glass in the windshield.
“1948 CJ2A Original engine ,rebuilt transmition,new tires.
Runs good, drives good, needs suspension bushings needs new fuel tank and has small exaust leak.
Has had rust repair … floor pans fixed etc. over all solid.
Would consider partial trade for small tractor implements.”
http://batonrouge.craigslist.org/cto/4203782634.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5995. This has a replacement body.
“1948 Willy’s Jeep for sale. Recently fuly restored, has original engine as well as transmission. Has new paint, brakes, clean top, new tires, newly covered seats etc.”
Jim forwarded this rough looking 2A.
“1948 Willys 4×4, Flat head 4 cyl with manual trans… Complete minus seats.. No Title ***NOT RUNNING*** Trailer not for sale $500 FIRM 252-229-1596”
http://eastnc.craigslist.org/cto/4199032654.html
This is a project.
“1946 willys in mid restoration. Origional Rebuild motor (134 Lhead) with less than 10 miles, powder coated rims, new tires under coated chassis. Just needs someone who is willing to finish it. It does run but needs wired for the generator to charge and the carb needs a little work. Asking 4200 obo also up for partial trade on things of the sportsmans type. Call208 4twentyone-56fortyfour”
http://twinfalls.craigslist.org/cto/4200765870.html
No pics provided. Listed as a ’42, it is probable the seller has the year wrong.
“Jeep CJ2A Navajo red, fully restored, undercoated, new floor pans, new chrome bumpers, trailer hitch, roll bar, 4 cyl. flathead engine,new mirrors, new battery, 5 new tires, rebuilt carburetor, runs great, garage kept.”
No pics provided.
“1948 WILLYS JEEP CJ2A. THE BODY IS IN ROUGH SHAPE. THE FRAME IS RUSTED BAD. THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION IS COMPLETE AND RAN THE LAST TIME IT WAS RUN WHICH WAS YEARS AGO. ALL PARTS ARE THERE INCLUDING INSTRUMENT GAUGES. HAVE TITLE.
CALL KEITH 352 267 2385.”
UPDATE: Was $4500. Status Unknown.
(11/06/2013) It needs some work, but the jeep itself looks solid.
“Nice Willys CJ-2A. Serial numer indicates late 1946. Paper work has 1947. Has an original 1945 L134 “Go-Devil” 4 cylinder MB engine. The “Willys” script name on windshield, under passenger seat and on tail gate. Runs but gas tank sludge needs cleaned out. Includes mounted spare tire, gas can, bug screen, new battery, emergency brake system, CJ-2A original seat frames and extra front axle assembly and radiator. Master brake cylinder needs replaced. Windshield is Plexiglas and needs replaced. Great shape. Garage kept – No rust but dusty.”
UPDATE: Pics now provided. This VEC has the column shift, but not the tool indents. It doesn’t run currently. Obviously, the top doesn’t work with that windshield.
“Original Willys CJ2A Column Shift VEC. Split windshield, matching numbers all the way around. 3 speed Column shift intact and operating. Rebuilt Carb, New fuel lines and fuel tank (needs new fuel pump).New brakes for all the way around (un-installed). Everything from the master cylinder to the drums, and everything in between. Also comes with an aluminum Artic Top with windshield and doors all glass intact. I just don’t have the time I need to do this Ole Girl right. Needs a new home. $5000.00 pink slip in hand. 91652423twentytwo”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4202070685.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4000
(07/14/2013) It needs some work.
“1946 Willy’s Jeep for sale. Rebuilt motor, 9000 lb pto winch, partial restored, transmission & transfer case good condition, needs some brake work. Call 505-288-1645 Mike”
http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/4201497839.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This jeep was featured yesterday at Road & Track, because it is supposedly a one-owner jeep with only 35k miles. It’s being sold by an outfit that seems to specialize in auto sales out of the Boise area. Given they specialize in auto sales, and given it’s a one owner vehicle, I would think they’d get the VIN number at least close. Instead, they have a strange VIN of 8804255829, which means a person probably couldn’t track the history of the jeep if they wanted. It’s hard for me to believe there isn’t a VIN plate still on this jeep (if it truly is an unmolested, original jeep). After all, it looks like the original gusset is still there. I can’t help think I’ve seen this jeep before, especially the oddly shaped (bent) passenger side fender. Anyone else have thoughts?
Here’s an example of a CJ-3B the same seller tried to sell on ebay with “original matching numbers”, but with an incorrect VIN of 34501. That VIN (which is missing the prefix of 57348) would be for a 1957. You’ll note the speedometer is a post 55 unit as well. The same cutesy tools are attached to the sides like they did with the 2A below.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4700.
This is a project. It was previously for sale last February in Gillette, WY.
“NEW GM CRATE MOTOR 0 MILES, NEW 2 SP POWERGLIDE WITH HURST V MATIC SHIFTER. LIKE NEW 14x35x15 TIRES.NEW TORQUE CON. FLYWHEEL, GEAR REDUCTION STARTER , FLAME THROWER HEI DISTRIBUTER, OFFENHAUSER HI-RISE, HOLLEY 600, NEW HEADERS. 5 PT RACING HARNESSES. SET UP FOR MUDDRAGS. $4700”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
(10/28/2013) This looks solid.
“1948 Jeep Willys CJ2A for sale. Runs great and has many extras: drive shafts, starter parts, 2 spare tires, cloth top, extra windshield. Good seats and seat belts included. Asking $3500.
Please contact via phone as email is checked infrequently.”
I see no signs it is a 1945 (either a CJ or a MB/GPW). Maybe the body is a replacement body of some type?
“1945 willy’s cj2a 3spd runs drive 4 wheel drive works great has plow setup all working aluminum top and doors, american racing wheels, has clean mass title, looking for $4,000 obo call or text 1508361017nine”
http://worcester.craigslist.org/cto/4197129597.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
(11/03/2013) “1946 willys cj2a. this is the first year a civilian jeep was available for sale. it runs and drives perfectly, has a 2.5″ suspension lift with 53 willys f head motor. tub is in very good condition for its age with no rot and frame has been reinforced (not because of rust). it has a recent head gasket, alternator, distributor and other small things. I also have brush guard, roll bar and new bikini top for it. possible trades or partial trade for pretty much anything, especially guns, Toyota trucks and jeeps”
UPDATE: Was priced at $700. **SOLD**
This is a mix of parts. Hard to tell how much value is here.
“To 1947 Jeep all together missing seats front bumper radiator does not run.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
(09/21/2013) This has a fiberglass body. It doesn’t run at the moment. Lots of pics, but very dark.
“1946 Willys Jeep, with original flat head motor, 5 early style riveted wheels, after market soft top, wipers, electric fuel pump, defroster fan, and directional switch with lights and Selectro locking hubs. Just out of a lengthy 8 year garaged storage, after being a 3 season driver. Currently the engine turns over, but has not been started, should run with out too much effort. The last owner did a nice job of putting a fiberglass tub on the jeep, and the soft top and doors. Although the brake lines look new the brakes are currently not working. The frame has rust, and though it was on the road before storage I think some patches would be needed to strengthen it, but it is 1946 so in NH it dosen’t need to be inspected if registered as an antique and only driven to shows. Worth the price for the tub and wheels alone, not to mention the hubs and drive train. $2000 cash in person, no shipping. Listing for the owner who dose not have email. If interested send a serious email and I will send the owners name and address.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $9500.
(10/24/2013) No pics provided.
“47 Jeep. Excellent condition. Runs and drives great. Everything works. 4 wheel drive. Pictures available. Call (706) 359-7745. Ask for John.”
Needs some work, but doesn’t appear to have been heavily used.
“1946 Willy available….runs….needs brakes…engine work….has been used around the farm…..Clean title and matches v.i.n.”
http://fortwayne.craigslist.org/cto/4195632864.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000
(10/29/2013) I believe the exhaust is sticking out the hood. The body is aluminum.
“this jeep is street leagal it has a winch and 4 good tires it has a aluminum body on it call lane at (321 288 46 five thre) if you have any questiones thanks”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500
(03/22/2013) It’s missing some drain holes and has the incorrect bumper, but looks solid otherwise.
“1947 Willys-Overland Jeep Cj (civilian jeep) Runs and Drives. Original 4cyl 3 speed driveline and tub, not rusted out, 4WD and low range, converted to 12volt with signals. New correct tires, new Best-top, new gas tank and many more new items. Runs great, Check it on NADA classic autos.VERY sound investment that has appreciated better than most 401Ks”
