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A very succinct ad that lacks pics.
https://fayar.craigslist.org/cto/d/jasper-1948-jeep-willies/7488129601.html
“Good running Jeep willies”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/23/2022) Besides the 2A, the seller also has a CJ-5 and other jeeps for sale. The 2A was previously an Amador County Search & Rescue jeep and has a Warn OD, a Sears branded hardtop, and a PTO(?) winch.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/diablo-47-cj2a-flat-fender-jeep-v6-od/7485839014.html or package pricing on all three jeeps and a trailer
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/diablo-reducedcj5-jeep-289-v8-pre-smog/7480032652.html
“Cool little flatty with some rust but alot of good going for it to restore or just have years of fun.
First it has all the original date plates (vin tags) including the brass one on the dash, straight Willys hood, tailgate and windshield.
The full hardtop and doors are aluminum and made by Sears this one is in really good shape considering it’s age, not perfect but all the parts for the “roll” up windows are intact and 2 of the glass pieces are perfect, the others are easy to match and source.
The mechanical winch works.
The Jeep has most of it’s original parts including 16″ matching steel wheels. The motor has been changed to a Buick “Dauntless” V6 and (ironically) it doesn’t run yet. I am soaking the pistons before I try to crank it over. It is full of oil without water and looks good under the valve covers etc. “Ran when parked” according to the 81 y/o guy that has owned it since 1979. It has a Warn OD, original T-90 / Dana Spicer 18 transfer case and 25/41 axles. The floors have rust in the front footwells and in the tool box (from sitting) but the back floor, wheels wells, fenders, hood, grill, etc are sound. There are a few more spots of rust throughout the body but it’s a CA car so nothing you can’t work out.
Come take a look I have a few Jeeps for sale as I realize I can’t keep them all. Make an offer while you are here with cash in your hand if you want me to think you are serious. Ask me if “it’s still available” and I won’t sell it to you.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/06/2019) No pics provided.
https://southbend.craigslist.org/pts/d/plymouth-48-willys-cj2a/7490507226.html
“48 willys cj2a, all original, 4cyl, run drives and stops, new gas tank, sending unit, tank straps, brake master cylinder, rear wheel cylinders, battery, water pump, plugs, points, condensor, wires, cap, rotor and generator bushings. Have a new set of motor mounts and carb kit needs installed. Body is rough but a good body man could save it”
07UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/06/2022) Needs some TLC.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1696402620704674/
“This little gem has been parked in my shop for a few years. Been meaning to restore it, but I’ve decided to let it go. It runs, but could use some TLC. I believe the running gear and transmission are original; the engine is a small block 302”
Listed as a 1949, the Lefty body puts this as a 1948.
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/wsh/cto/d/scandia-jeep-cj2a/7486577818.html
“49 Willys Jeep 305 Chevy v8,disc brakes,overdrive,new tires,starter,radiator,carb,alternator.10,000lb winch and much more.clean title $9500 obo”
This jeep has some updates, but also has a rough body. It’s listed as a ’46, but has a later grille.
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/dak/cto/d/chatfield-jeep-cj-2a/7489236828.html
“Great Jeep. Lots of upgrades. Disc brakes all the way around, 4 speed transmission, dauntless V6 engine, tilt steering wheel and steel body. Very capable and fun to drive.”
I can’t quite tell what the serial number is. Maybe 30XXX?
https://ventura.craigslist.org/cto/d/newbury-park-willys-1946-cj-2a/7478393424.html
“1946 Willys CJ-2A in original condition and being sold by second owner. In running condition with new spark plugs, brakes redone, carburetor rebuilt, distributor redone, and new battery. California vehicle and mainly stored in a barn. Serious inquiries only. Call or text only. Will not respond to emails. If ad is up it is still available.”
This seems in good shape. The full-floaters in the rear may be from a GPW (unclear what the “1942 Ford drive line” comment by the seller means).
https://fayar.craigslist.org/cto/d/fayetteville-1947-willys-jeep/7478170515.html
“Good condition, road ready to drive, has 1942 Ford drive line, and a good clean Ar Title. For more questions or details”
The body has had some work, drain holes filled and steps redone.
https://rapidcity.craigslist.org/cto/d/rapid-city-willys-cj2a-jeep/7478758802.html
“Original engine and transmission, runs great. New paint and upholstery(early 2000s). Fun to drive, a real head turner! Clean title.”
It doesn’t run at this time.
https://eauclaire.craigslist.org/cto/d/sarona-1947-willys-jeep/7489553403.html
“1947 Willys Jeep all original. 4 cylinder engine and 3 speed manual transmission plus power gear. Four wheel drive. The engine is not running but it was running 5 years ago. It has been in storage. The odometer reads 34,053 miles”
Only one pic provided.
https://desmoines.craigslist.org/atq/d/ventura-1947-willys-jeep/7490072466.html
“Has all components in working order. Engine is an f-head not oringinal. Replaced, fuel tank/sending unit, tires military tread. My restoration aspirations have dwindled. Delivery available $1.05 GPS mile”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(02/05/2022) This appears to be a 2A body with a Willys stamped rear body part grafted on to the back. Yet, it is missing a few 2A features in the dash and lacks a steering column hole. I’m scratching my head over this odd body.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/pts/d/inverness-1946-cj-2a-willys-jeep-flat/7437883372.html
“Flat Fender Jeep
READ the add-
– A rolling project —Calif clean title NON op– YOM 46.PLATES– this is a 95% done – frame off. —- Project
Rust free. Both Axels DONE- TRANS AND TRANSFER DONE–WITH chain up grade 11 inch brake up grade. New lines New Solex carb A rust free – EX Alameda AirSation Navy RUST FREE
AS is running motor. ALL THE PARTS TO FINISH. — LIGHTS, WIRE HARDESS- gauges. Black out lights . Fuel tank with new Lins etc etc etc with lots of spare parts. Saginaw steering box with Flaiming river kit. New Stering Wheel Good Seat frames – will need kit NO top Grab Handels. Hardware etc etc Go on line this one done – sell for 40K
Rolling project. and no I am not parting it out. IT ALL GOES AS A UNIT. CALLS ONLY-“
Listed as a 1953, the body is CJ-2A and the frame appears to have CJ-2A front frame horns. This also has a single lever PTO.
https://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/cto/d/mckinney-1953-willys-jeep/7478619424.html
“5 new tires.
Runs and drives.
Needs cosmetic work.”
Needs some work, but runs.
https://fortcollins.craigslist.org/cto/d/fort-collins-willys-jeep/7489624207.html
“1948 Willys Jeep CJ2A up for sale. A bit of a project as body and gages need work but it starts and runs well. I do not need help selling this and do not need to sale.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(02/03/2022) This has an f-head and a big dash mod. The back of the windshield has been covered.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/394132288790973
“1948 Willys. 4 cylinder motor runs great, already converted to 12V system. New brakes, fuel tank, carb, all lights work. Starts and drives. 4WD works. Needs cosmetics. Just put $5K into servicing the vehicle, had something else come up. You don’t find many of these around. Put some new rubber on her and drive her anywhere. Ask me for a short video of her running”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(04/21/2022) This may have a body lift.
https://bozeman.craigslist.org/for/d/three-forks-1946-cj2a/7469255486.html
“We have a classic 1946 CJ2A Jeep
It has two sets of tires and wheels, plus winch and towbar. It was converted to power steering.
Runs well, everything else original and garage kept.”
This is worth a look.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/payson-dads-old-jeep/7488817160.html
“Time for Dad’s old 1947 Willys CJ2A Jeep to find a new home.
Clean Oregon title.
Towable but hasn’t been driven for 25 years.
Located in Payson, AZ.”
Seller wants to sell everything as a package.
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/pts/d/valley-center-willys-cj2as/7483252992.html
“Old man throwing in the towel on jeep projects. Have 3 complete CJ2A’s, one complete rolling frame ready for body. 1956 Willys wagon hurricane engine on non-op. Six motors V8’s, V’6’s odd even fire buicks, chevrolet all complete turn key several rebuilt.. Transmissions, transfer cases etc. etc. No junk. Not selling individual items. Make offer on everything. Appointment only.”
Both jeeps run. The ’46 needs more work.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/atq/d/casa-grande-willys/7482921826.html
“1946 Willy’s (green one) and 1950 Willy’s (black one) for sale. $10,000 OBO for the pair. Selling as a package deal, but will consider splitting them up for the right price. **** Both have clean titles, both run! ****
Don’t have the time to further restore them. I have some spare parts for them as well as 2 tool boxes full of all the tools to work on them as well as misc. stuff which will all be included in the package deal. Open to offers ! Serious inquires only please. Don’t waste my time or yours. They are what they are.”
Along with some rust, this CJ-2A has all kinds of mods. I’ve unaware of any factor “cowl cover”; that said, the place I’ve seen these cowl extensions most often is in the northern Colorado, Wyoming, and Montana areas, so maybe there was a dealer(s) in those areas offering custom cowl creations? The hardtop looks to be an aftermarket Koenig half cab.
https://bozeman.craigslist.org/pts/d/mc-allister-1947-willys/7487207671.html
“47 Willys ran has 6v system needs new batteries. Has very rare factory cab and cowl cover. Rear pto winch. Great project.”
The jeep sports an old school vacuum hydraulic brake assist with swing pedals.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/cto/d/phoenix-1948-willys-jeep/7483839636.html
“1948 Willys jeep CJ2 runs and drives 3 speed transmission very good condition clean has bikini top everything works no rust very fun to drive. Engine is strong has great off road mudding tires road ready turn key ready!!! Asking $8,900 obo”
No pics provided.
https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/d/las-vegas-1946-willys-cj2a-jeep/7481836931.html
“Original 134 cubic inch Go Devil inline 4 cylinder with 3 speed trans. Converted to 12 volt. Locking hubs, back seat, very good tires. NO rust, dents or bondo. New carb. Comes with a full set of new gauges, not installed and repair manual. All original parts included.
$12,000- partial trade considered. Title in hand.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $12,500.
(05/12/2022) This seller is selling his dad’s collection of jeeps. They want to sell as a package. All need work. Unclear how much value is actually here.
https://tucson.craigslist.org/pts/d/tucson-military-jeeps-willys/7478838546.html
“”Selling for my dad, he’s looking to sell all 5 as one package. They range from year, model, and condition. I don’t know exact details on them but here’s what info I have to the best of my knowledge. 1941-42 ranch special, complete 1948-49 CJ2A, complete 1953 M38A1, complete Might mite, missing transmission and left front hub assembly 1953 M38A1, missing motor, has a lot of parts inside, maybe missing other items.””
it’s a project. The dash, windshield and hood suggest this has a replacement body.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/pts/d/chino-valley-1946-willys-jeep/7488684745.html
“This is a solid 1946 jeep with a corvette 283 that was put in over 40 years ago. The jeep has been sitting for over 30 years. It has a side loader 4 speed that has all new bearings and seals sitting on the floor, it needs to be put back in. I have a clear title $5000.00 firm no trades”
Dan shared this stock CJ-2A with a Porter & Reed hardtop.
https://billings.craigslist.org/cto/d/billings-1947-willys-jeep/7487504385.html
“1947 Willys Jeep all original, only thing missing that I am aware of is the original generator. I don’t believe the cab is original either. Has been sitting since early 1970’s and does not run that I am aware of. Montana title in hand.”
