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Importantly, the allure of buying a project jeep can be romantic. The reality of restoring a jeep can be quite different, expensive and overwhelming without the right tools and resources. So, tread carefully when purchasing a "project". If you have any concerns about buying a vintage jeep, or run across a scam, feel free to contact me for help, comments or concerns .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
(09/08/2010) ‘It was a project car that I have 11k invested and never finished. Has 36″ tires, like new. leaf over axle, v6 still needs a little work. – $3500. or trade for personal water craft.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
There is some value here, but plenty of work left, too.
“1946 Willys CJ3A (Lowhood). This was a running jeep and I disassembled to repair the typical rust in floor of tub. Lost interest and want to move on to my other projects. This jeep has tons of potential. 302 w/Ford toploader 4spd, Spicer 18 transfer case, Dana 44 rear w/Detroit locker, Dana 25 w/Disc brake conversion, Rancho springs, Full cage, Tilt column, Engine has a new Demon 4 barrel carb and Pertronix electronic ignition. Have all parts to build a nice jeep and some extras. To all you flakes this is a project so if you want a running jeep dont waste my time, Your going to have to work on this one a bit. I am open to any interesting trades or $2000 cash.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
“in excellent shape all stock runs and drives good smokes has new rings rods pistons. have hard top and rag top may trade no junk if your stuff is worth 6500 then i may trade”
No pics & no description. However, in the title the seller claims this only has 900 miles and is a “CJ2A Army Jeep”. So, who knows what this is.
This looks in good shape.
“A nice 1947 Willy’s Jeep CJ2A with an Original Aluminum Hard Top with doors and a Bikini Top. This is a multiple year restoration while also a daily driver around the farm and to town (not a full restoration see Photos). Many many new parts and I’ll try to list most. It has seats and seat belts for four persons and a roll bar. Pintle and Ball hitch. All lights work. Has hard to find original glass front marker lights and original dash light. It looks and runs great. One photo shows gauges on dash working while engine is running (good oil pressure, volts etc.). Interior is in good condition, good upholstery and a full truck bed floor mat. Faults: parking brake not working, and steering is loose (I’m used to it) it needs the center Pitman shaft or just drive it like it is. Mileage may not be exact, but it is what shows on the working odometer. Also, this is not and never was a rust bucket. Any surface rust was repaired prior to painting a couple years ago. . . .”
View all the pics and information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
(05/04/2011) It looks solid, but still appears to be missing front turn signals/parking lights.
“Freshly Rebuilt Engine 4 cylinder, new pistions rings and much more, COMPLETE engine overhaul. Completely reconditioned jeep gone through front to back. No trades or barter. Runs great”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3200.
(03/29/2012) This appears solid. Steve pointed out that ‘costume’ top probably means ‘custom’ top.
“This is a running stock willys jeep with custom top and lockers front and rear. Also, has lockouts front and rear for flat towing. 5:56 gears, Lots of extra parts, $3200 obo. Plaese call me at (530)330-0918. My name is Mike. Need to sell ASAP. Thank you ”
This looks in good shape with a few mods.
“WE ARE SELLING THE FOLLOWING VEHICLE ON CONSIGNMENT AT OUR DEALERSHIP. THE FOLLOWING ARE NOTES FROM THE BUYER REGARDING THE VEHICLE:
For Sale: 1948 CJ2A Painted like Military Jeep
Engine rebuilt 8 years ago
Painted 8 years ago
Seats, 5 years ago, look very good
Like new Cooper mud and snow tires less than 1000 miles.
Military top and doors 4 years old
2 interior heaters one old and one new 4 years ago
Engine heater 2 years ago
Wiper motors 4 years ago
Transmission & transfer case and clutch pack complete 2 years
Brakes and lines 2 years ago
12 volt alternator rebuilt 2 years ago
Head gasket and radiator 1 year ago
Tune-up 1 year ago
Carbuerator kit 2 years ago
Every thing works except the emergency brake
Includes oil bath air cleamer, PTO winch, and backseat.
Steering is very good, brakes stop on a dime. 98% rust free, has 2 brackets added to replace rusted ones. Glass good, not broken or replaced. Lights work – no signals. Rear differential has been locked, the front is standard. 4X4 works excellent. Body is very straight, no dents. Top speed is 35-40. Will go faster but is low-geared.
WE ARE A MN LICENSED DEALER. FOR ALL MN BUYERS ALL APPLICABLE TRANSFER FEES, ADMINISTRATIVE FEES AND TAX RATES APPLY AND WILL BE ADDED TO THE FINAL SALE PRICE. ITEM IS SOLD AS IS WITH NO WARRANTY. NO RETURNS, REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES.”
http://stcloud.craigslist.org/ctd/3105205646.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
This looks good, though the body suggests it is a 1946.
“THE VERY FIRST GENERATION OF CIVILIANIZED JEEPS, THIS BABY HAS A LOT OF APPEAL, 4X4, IT RUNS AND DRIVES LIKE IT SHOULD (DON’T EXPECT SPEEDS OVER 60 MPH) , IT HAS NEW RADIATOR,BATTERY, TIRES, SEATS, AND HAS A TRANSMISSION DRIVEN WINCH, STILL ORIGINAL 6 VOLTS.”
This needs work.
“old jeep i bought to restore, but injury forces sale. has a buick v6, a rebuilt trans, and transfer case. it has the front windshield frame, but no window. it needs brakes and clutch bled. runs, but doesn’t have a battery and has a hole in the gas tank. but i have another new gas tank, only a bit bigger. as is, where is. i have no title for it. $1200 or best offer.”
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/pts/3103780854.html
There might be some value here.
“Complete for parts or rebuild.. has not ran in years. 319-350-7356.”
http://cedarrapids.craigslist.org/cto/3099576602.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
This looks like a M-38 with a CJ-2A windshield.
“great jeep hate to sell but lost job need place to sleep more than my toy car trailer goes with it.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
I’m not sure what’s wrong, but it looks very solid. I think those are the same fiberglass seats I have.
“Must sell this 1948 Willys CJ-3A, $2000 OBO, Body/Frame in great shape, roll cage, 289 Ford V8, headers. Great project flat-fender. No reasonable offer refused.”
This looks in good shape.
“CJ-2 Jeep Willys
Restored, runs, 4 speed.
Decent body, but was a tractor.
Painted ‘Patriot Blue’
Lots of extra parts.
Pictures are from when it was done. A bit dirtier now, sat around the garage, but will clean up great.”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/cto/3101308486.html
Given the price this might be worth a look.
“Upgrades include: Newer F-head engine, Warn overdrive, 2″ spring under lift, Saginaw steering box, new carburetor. Runs, drives, stops. Has good tires. Needs to be wired. Body is in fair condition. Has Bestop Tiger Top soft top. Price is firm. No trades.”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/3101997211.html
UPDATE **SOLD** Was $280.
(05/27/2012) Those are some Yabba Dabba Doo floorboards.
“I will part this out or sell it hole make offer or it will be going to junk yard soon.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2750
(04/07/2012) This is a project.
“Considering 66 years have passed since this CJ2a came off the line it is in nice shape. Why would you buy a Rhino or gator for your ranch when you could drive a piece of history, this is the first civilian jeep very much like the one our grandfathers won WWII in. Drive Train runs strong, has a slightly later F head engine with a side draft carb instead of a hole in the hood, brakes have been rebuilt, new carb. The front clip is nearly perfect, the tub has some welded in patches and needs some attention. I think the steering box is missing a tooth and the wiring could be redone, but otherwise it is pretty much complete.”
UPDATE: Sold. Was on eBay.
John pointed this out. It includes a video.
“A rare, working, 1952 Willys Jeep CJ2A with an Auburn Jeep-A-Trench trencher. It will dig a trench 6″ wide and 46″ maximum depth. The trencher was made in Auburn, Nebraska by a company that is still in existence today. I have used this trencher 3-4 times a year for the past 6 years. It has been kept in a barn, each time I just put battery in it and it is ready to go. I have used it for installing water lines, electrical lines, drainage tile and rain water downspouts. It was previously owned by a local plumber. It is simple to use and once digging is started you just stand back and watch it work. It runs great and has not overheated in our hot and humid Kansas summers. Brakes are soft and steering is stiff but you’re really not going to drive it any distance anyway. It is self propelled via creeper gears and the digging outrigger can be raised and lowered via an electric motor. All of the standard Jeep CJ2A features are still retained. It was converted to 12 volt then the trencher unit was added at the factory along with a Governor to regulate engine speed, a PTO unit, an additional drive shaft, heavy springs and frame stiffeners. Exact mileage unknown, but it can’t be to high because the trencher has been on it since day one. Comes with spare parts including extra trencher teeth and chain links and owner guide. Have a clear title. Sold AS IS, no warranty. Also for sale locally. I will not deliver. If you arrange shipping I will assist with loading. Deposit payment of $500 via PayPal within 24 hours of auction ending. Balance of payment will be cashiers check or cash. Cashiers check must clear to be paid in full prior to shipping or removal from sellers location.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1100.
This runs and drives.
“1946 Willys Jeep. Buick V6 motor. Starts and goes!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000
There are a variety of holes in the windshield, so you’ll want to patch those before driving in the rain.
“1948 Willy 2As Jeep. The first civilian jeep model. Used originally as a farm vehicle. This jeep runs great and is in very good condition. Rebuilt and mostly original. Original flat head four cylinder engine. A blast to drive.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $25,000
“1948 willys cj 2a jeep. Original. Perfect! $25000 firm. Serious inquiries only.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
Those are some meaty ties. It must make a rough ride.
“1947 cj2a complete , not running but will with a little work , $100 worth of literature , dana 44 rear , warn hubs, converted to 12 volt 3000 obo”
This runs. I wonder if all the shell casings in the driver’s side is included?
“This is a running jeep and can be driven but smokes and has rust on on the floors. It would be a great project and yes it does have a pinkslip , but has not been regesterd in MANY years and doesnt not appear in the DMV system therefore it will not be hard to register.
Let me know WHAT YOU HAVE to trade before asking questions. Call me, text me, e-mail me, smoke signals, or messenger doves, WHATEVER ! 310 819-7838 Ed, dirtrock310@gmail.com”
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/bar/3097487435.html
I’m not sure if these are $1500 each or $1500 for both. Only one pic of the CJ-2A and it doesn’t show much.
“nice project for restoration or take it to the woods and get it muddy original hurricane 4 motor new carve and fuel pump. this jeep is not road ready yet. call or text 386-623-4724 for more info possible trade”
http://valdosta.craigslist.org/cto/3097888716.html
UPDATE: Was $1400. **SOLD**
(02/17/2012) A ran when parked. Needs transfercase.
“hi i have a 1946 jeep willys motor ran 2 years ago needs new transfercase that i have also comes with extra windsheild jeep is all original have a kid on the way so have no time for it ned it gone”
