Looks like a good build. It has a variety of updates including vacuum assist brakes.

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/pts/d/willys-cj2a/6979854219.html

“1948 willys buick oddfire overdrive/dana 30 up front w E locker 12 bolt in rear limeted slip/power brakes motor is low miles on jeep heater works good selling becase i need more room and never use it.”

This former California-built vehicle looks like a fun ride.

https://palmsprings.craigslist.org/cto/d/lawrence-1947-willys-trail-jeep/6965798313.html

“One of the coolest jeeps around for sure.
This was custom built for a man in Palm Springs California about 30 years ago. It runs great!
Small block Chevy motor with electric fan. 3 speed manual.
This is a trail built jeep. It has an overdrive/underdrive in addition to the transfer case. I believe they are commonly called doublers. You can can crawl the trails which is specifically what this was built for. This is not a highway speed vehicle.
Super fun town and trail toy!
Custom built all the way. One of the coolest roll bars I’ve seen. I love the extra wide center where the CB is mounted.
It does have a soft top and doors that come with it. Dual gas tanks. Like new tires.
There’s nothing wrong with it.
It’s just fun!
$16,500 or fair offer. We are not interested in trades.”

Sounds like it’s been updated to be a good jeeping jeep for the Cascades.

https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/d/beaverton-1946-willys-jeep-cj2/6948138315.html

“Built Willys CJ2-A
Buick 231 V6 Engine
Turbo 350 Automatic Transmission
Dana 30 front axle
Dana 44 rear axle, both are full floating with Lock Rite lockers
5:38 gears
Waren Overdrive
Dana Model 18 transfer case
Power Steering
4 core mustang radiator
Boxed Frame
11″ brake upgrade
Headers with dual exhaust
Full roll cage
Full top with doors and 2 half tops
Custom spare tire and gas can mount
New Milestar Patagonia 33×12.5×15 tires
Clear Title and current tags”

UPDATE: Price dropped to $11,500.

Has a new tub among other parts.

https://maine.craigslist.org/cto/d/bangor-1946-jeep-cj-2a/6944365842.html

“Not original but a nice Jeep. Lots of new parts, new tub newly rebuilt transmission and transfer case. new Saturn Overdrive. Very solid and runs and drives very nice.”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7250.

(06/17/2019) Lots of updates to this rebuilt 2A.

“3 years of labor and love must go. 48 willys CJ2A, clean title this jeep has almost all new parts. Comes with a
built Corvet 283 with camel back heads 600 cfm edelbrock carb married to a chevy 4 speed trany, new headers and exhaust. Listed are all new parts, brake solenoids brake lines master cylinder and front power disk brakes, shocks, tires, lights, seats, 4 core radiator, hoses, alternator, front and rear bumpers. all LED lights, new painless wiring harness, new paint, rhino lined tub and new finders, tilt steering wheel, drop pedals, heater, windshield wipers, toe bar, back seat, custom half doors, and much more.”

Andy is selling his CJ-2A & Trailer. You can contact him through the CJ-2A page.

https://www.thecj2apage.com/forums/one-piece-at-a-time-1946-cj2a-and-trailer_topic44944.html?SID=10493-b613aa4a3884879z47f24458333333

“In the interest of transparency, this is a resto mod, Jeep salad. If you are looking for an original, turn away. If you are looking for a well crafted reliable driver – well this may be for you.

The specs…..as best I can remember them:

1946 column shift tub. ACM is still present. Period correct tailgate with ACM as well.
1953 CJ3B chassis – fully blasted, boxed in critical places
D 25 front with 78 CJ bolt on caliper disc brakes. High steer tie rod flip set up. All new pretty much everything.
D44 rear – just built. Full floater early Warn kit. Disc brakes as well. Lock-rite locker. New.
D18 – later model 29 tooth with 1 1/4 shaft. Period correct Warn OD
Low miles L-head with a Scout Pilot top of the line carb and filter
Saginaw power steering conversion
12 volt conversion.
New clutch, resurfaced wheel, etc. All new.
Herm dual master. In fact every brake component is new. No really – every single part.
Beachwood canvas seats and tailgate chain covers. Custom matching covers in the trailer.
six new Swamper radials – 31×9.5. 1/2 tread spare on matching wheel
Body is all redone – no hidden surprises. See the build thread. Pasture green.
1951 Bantam-esque trailer. We never could determine the pedigree of this trailer. But nonetheless – completely redone with a custom tailgate added.
Tons of custom and uniquely tasteful mods – too many to list. “

Looks in good shape. It has updates, including what looks to be a saginaw box and an M-38 (probably replacement, grille.

https://slo.craigslist.org/cto/d/paso-robles-46-willeys-jeep-cj-2a/6901706185.html

“1946 Willys CJ-2a This is the FIRST non-military model. CJ-2a Complete frame on restoration on this vehicle. If you follow these Willy’s Jeeps closely, you understand that its very rare you see these early post-war jeeps pop up for sale. But, it’s even rare+ to see them restored to this condition. This 1946 Willy’s Jeep CJ-2a has an amazing color combination and 700 miles on it since its full restoration.

The CJ-2a was the first Willy’s Jeep used for non-war or peace duty (CJ = Civilian Jeep), but there is no denying the military forces influences on this early example. You cannot help but see the same basic style that brought victory in World War II. An icon like this does not need to be flashy, but the fresh coat of a deep green paint really adds a touch that is typically lost on these jeeps.

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