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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was no price.
Steve spotted this ad. The jeep runs! This might be worth a look.
The jeep is located at D&L Metal Recycling.
UPDATE: Was priced at $5000. **SOLD**
(09/01/2012) This may be worth a look.
“1947 Willys Jeep in very good condition. 4 cylinder engine. Non-military. Runs good. Body is in great shape. Hardly driven. Comes with 8000 Pound Warn winch. $5000 firm.”l
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** No price listed.
The front fenders are fiberglass, but looks solid.
“1947 CJ2A Willys Jeep
ORIGINAL tub, drivetrain, frame.
Has fiberglass front fenders, and has some bondo in tub, taillights and running lights are not correct. No Data Plates (frame or firewall).
This Willys has the optional Running Boards/Steps and the PTO with Rear bumper hitch platform.
Also comes with newer Besttop Top and Doors. New Battery and cables, New Oil lines to filter, Fresh Oil Change. Also comes with a bumper tow hitch for bringing along to parades or car shows (drawbar).
This is a rivet – bumper CJ, built 1947-50 following WW2. It is a pretty original survivor. Not a show truck, but it stops, runs & drives well and can easily be fully restored or just maintained as is for another 66 years! Currently registered and driven regularly. Inspection welcome from serious parties, but no tire kickers! Not giving it away, call for info.”
There appears to be value here.
“1947 CJ2A frame with rear axle and suspension. 1947 body, fenders, tailgate, grille with 1952 (1-piece glass) windshield frame. Floor replaced by previous owner. Some body filler from previous repairs, some filler just added.
Good body/project for rat-rod, rock crawler or Jeep that is going to be used. If you’re looking for a pristine body, this ISN’T IT.
call Dan at 313-580-444six”
http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/pts/4058836898.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4950.
It’s funky, but appears in good shape.
“Running gear is from a vintage CJ2A. Body custom built. Equipped with stock 4 cyl engine, 3 spd trans, hi-lo range and 4 wheel drive. Mechanically strong, good tires. Good title and vintage plates. A lot of fun to drive and to look at. Good business mascot, parade vehicle or use on you acreage, at the cabin or lake.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $20,000
Well-built jeep with a negotiable price.
“I am selling my 1946 Jeep Willy’s at this time. This vehicle is in pristine condition and it is impossible to find another vehicle in such good condition. This vehicle has the following upgrades + more professionally installed:
Steering System
Disc Brakes
Rhino Lined Interior
Battery
Front Axel
Alternator
CB
Radio
Radiator
V8 Engine 327 Small Block
Wiring
Fuse Panel
Seats
Roll Cage
This vehicle has additional upgrades and the price is HIGHLY NEGOTIABLE AT THIS TIME. If you have a vehicle for trade or an interest in this vehicle please respond directly to this add and I will e-mail or call you back. I am in Fresno and happy to meet anyone at any time to show the Jeep.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1300
This has a rear PTO.
“Bought this as a project but finances wont let me complete it. It has the flat head engine which i got running, but it smokes. Frame has been sandblasted and painted with POR15. Transmission has been rebuilt. No windshield. Body is typical for a 1947. This is a restoration and would have to be towed on a trailer. It has a rear PTO. Will not part out, wanting to sell to someone who loves these old jeeps and will finish it. I paid 1000 for it and have sunk some money into it to get it running. Asking 1300 or best offer.”
UPDATE: Still Available
“Have 3 Willy’s Jeeps for sale plus a ton of spare parts, including 2 rear ends, 1 motor, 1 front end, 2 trannies, os radiator and many other parts too numerous to list. The Jeeps are a 1946, 1948, and a 1950 model. All 3 run and drive and have been driven in parades etc. The 46 needs a battery. The 48 and 50 are licensed. 9K takes them all. Do not want to sell individually because I need to make room for my next project.
Call 304 645-5083 Do not reply to this email please. Call 304 645-5083”
http://swv.craigslist.org/cto/3985420635.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(08/30/2013) Seller lists as a 1943 jeep, but it looks more CJ-2Aish to me.
“1943 Willies jeep w/98 Vortec 350, has winch and plow…..looking to trade or sell for pontoon or anything of value or cash. Great hunting vehicle. Calls only 720 275 0547”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4056728036.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
This looks good for the price. The tranny might need rebuilding.
“1948 Wills Jeep CJ-2A Commercial version. Sympathetic restoration, using as many original parts as possible, including both front fenders, hood, tailgate, chairs, instrumentation and wheels. Rust free floor. The good . . . great looking unit, painted in the factory original color of prairie green w/ powder coated 16″ yellow wheels mounted with Cooper military tires. Six volt electrical system retained. Rebuilt engine (300 miles). Rebuilt front axle. Fresh carb, water pump, generator, and starter. The bad . . . tranny makes noise. The Jeep is driveable, but this might be an area for the new owner to remember. The ugly . . . there is no ugly, it’s a Jeep! $5,500.00. Local delivery available.”
This appears worth a look.
“This is a rare find. A 1948 Willys CJ2A with a Koenig Iron Works custom hard top. I’m told there were only 300 of this model made with this custom top. This Willys does not have an engine. I purchased this from a family that started the restoration process with new tires, wheels and lights.”
http://www.ksl.com/auto/listing/869486?ad_cid=6
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
“great jeep just dont need it anymore and need the money fast will not bargon or even try the jeep is in great shape the original body is rusted but it has all been patched the motor and everything is stock and runs better than the 4 i have seen i love this jeep ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200.
The engine needs rebuilding.
“1947 Willys Jeep CJ2A with complete running gear…All running gear works but engine needs to be rebuilt. Asking $2200 or OBO”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2500.
(09/02/2013) The brakes have been upgraded to discs in the front.
“1946 Willys 4×4 Jeep
Original 4 cylinder flat head engine.
Converted to 12 volt electrical system.
Disc brakes with lock-out hubs on front.
Frame and body in great condition for age.
Hard top included.
Starts, runs, drives.
Title in hand.
$3500 obo.
CALL Ryan 540-553-1732.
NO TEXTS! NO EMAILS!”
http://swva.craigslist.org/cto/4039547403.html
UPDATE: This is in Nebraska and not Illinois as I originally reported.
It doesn’t run, but it appears pretty solid.
“1948 CJ-2A Willy’s Jeep with 17873 original miles. It has not ran for some years and was stored inside until about 6 months ago. Clean for the year. Asking $2500, cash only, no trades. Call (308) 279-one seven eight three, no emails.”
http://lincoln.craigslist.org/cto/4051541550.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $950
“1947/48 ?? Willys CJ-2A- PROJECT/ RAT ROD. The only major item missing is the windshield frame. Sale includes an engine that has already been disassembled and prepped for rebuild. It includes new rings, bearings and a gasket set. See photos. A spare engine, transmission and transfer case are included. The body tub of this truck is rough. The frame is excellent. This is a great rebuild candidate. I have rebuilt several of these great old trucks. I just do not have the time right now to start this project.
I do not know the exact year of this truck. I do not have any papers for this truck so it will be sold with a bill of sale only.
Call my cell 631-987-4747, if I do not answer, leave me a message. Saturday and Sunday, you can try calling me at work 631-588-3543, ask for Fred”
http://longisland.craigslist.org/cto/3947834664.html
This has a Toyota engine.
“1947 Willys CJ2A with 1981 Toyota 22r 4cyl engine
T90 3spd transmission
Dana 18/20 twin stick transfer case w/terra low gears
Dana 44 (8 bolt 3/4t) Warn premium hubs, locker, 5:89 gears, disc brakes
Dana 60 (8 bolt 3/4t) 5:86 gears, welded diff, disc brakes, G2 aluminum diff cover
36″ Iroc Swampers (almost new)
Optima red top battery
Aluminum 4 core radiator with electric fan
Tow bar
Extra T90 3spd transmission, aluminum bell housing for small block Chevy conversion
Weber 38mm carb (not installed)
Offenhauser intake (not installed)
Bestop rear seat
Plus other odds and ends I know I’m forgetting
$5400.00
I’m not using the Jeep like I thought I would, it sits most of the time other than gravel road rides. I’ve never mudded it, only played in the snow. The re:gear is just over one year old, new gears and bearings professionally installed. Feel free to call or text. NO EMAILs please!! Thanks for looking!! *** Dog not included in the sale**”
http://columbiamo.craigslist.org/cto/4046136471.html
Looks like it has a rear PTO.
“Parting with my 1946 willy’s. It run’s but need battery. I ran out of time to finish it and made a deal with my wife, done by Sept or gone. My loss is your gain.”
http://burlington.craigslist.org/cto/4048577397.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5150.
This has a 400 in it.
“real nice CJ-completely redone. Has a 400SBC eng,Muncie M-22 4 spd.,Vega steering, Maverick radiator. Built by a professional 4WD shop. Has a complete roll bar set up. Runs excellent. Interesting trades considered. NO emails.”
UPDATE:**SOLD** Was $2500
Includes two engines.
“Classic! 2 engines for parts,engine in jeep has not been started in 9 year’s,has tow bar,spare tire for side, original service manuel,Colorado title”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500
“Rebuilt small block V-8 chevy
Rebuilt T-90 tranny
11″ front brakes
Bestop
Original steel 1/2 cab with doors
Bucket seats with rear bench”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500
“For sale is a ’48 flatfender CJ.
The paint isn’t in good condition, heavily oxidized/ flaking. The tub is free, minus some surface rust where the paint flaked.
The motor is an original 2.2L (134 cubic in) flathead 4. Runs great, starts right up. Drives well, too.
Has the original Arizona issued serial number (#154,xxx). Paint was originally Michigan Yellow.
Seats are marine vinyl and are in good condition.
All gauges are new/ functioning. 12V electrical system.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500
(08/23/2013) Looks good with a few nice updates.
“Total restoration in 2003. New Bestop, engine rebuilt, 11 inch brakes, new body tub, new 700-15tires, rebuilt transmission, transfer case, front and rear axles, new windshield, heater, painless wiring harness, can carrier and can, rear seat. Frame sandblasted and painted. 530 miles on jeep. New gauges, gas tank, zero rust.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(10/08/2012) The drain holes have been filled. The windshield leans back a bit too far. The jeep’s front bumper looks built for heavy duty.
“48 Willys. It runs really good! Great restoration project for someone. I just don’t have the time for it. $1,500 OBO. Come check it out. Thanks.”
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/cto/4050666675.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(09/03/2013) Apparently has a cooling pressure problem.
“Up for sale is a 1948 Willys Jeep CJ-2A. This is an awesome jeep, but it needs to go to someone who can drive it more. This jeep has many modern upgrades that has made it much easier and safer to drive, it has been converted to a 12V system, has had lap seatbelts installed, electric fuel pump, lockable front hubs, and a tilt steering column with power steering. It has a Carter YS single barrel carburetor that has just been rebuilt. It was restored approximately ten years ago by the previous owner and had the frame and body cleaned and painted top to bottom inside and out. The jeep has the original frame and body, with the engine and transmission being rebuilt approximately four years ago, also the original transfer case and axles all in great shape. Both differentials have had new fluid with in the last 50 miles.
The jeep runs and drives but upon start up the cooling system has a lot of pressure and prevents it from being driven for long distances. It ran and drove no problem when we stored it and after a year we got it back out replaced the fuel pump, head gasket, and had the carb rebuilt, but still has high pressure in the cooling system. In the photos you will notices aftermarket seats and tail lights, both can be converted back with minor fabrication. Included in the sale is a set of original seat frames (not pictured). Please email for additional information or pictures”
http://dubuque.craigslist.org/cto/4042396243.html
