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These quick searches can help you find things on eBay. People list in the wrong categories all the time, so don't be surprised to see brochures in the parts area for example.
The links to posts below show jeeps grouped by models, condition, and other ways. Some of these jeeps are for sale and others have been sold. If you are unsure whether a vehicle is still for sale or not, email me at d [at] ewillys.com for more info.
There are plenty of interesting, unusual, historic and surprising stories related to Jeeps and their owners. In addition, some of these features have nothing to do with jeeps. This link will display all featured stories starting from the latest.
Looking for parts and not sure where to go? There are a variety of large and small new and used parts sellers both online and offline.
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: Still Available.
(01/03/2022) This has a custom rear extension on the back. The gas tank has been moved into the back and turned into dual tanks.
https://austin.craigslist.org/pts/d/thorndale-1948-willys-cj2a/7460033223.html
“1949 Willys CJ2A. Good running condition. Ready for your deer lease. Gun rack mounted between seats. Has a new set of all terrain tires. New carburetor. Bed has been extended (so deer/hogs will fit) and dual fuel tanks added on rear.”
UPDATE: Two of these jeeps were posted to separate ads last night. This new ad combines the seller’s jeeps, a trailer and parts into one ad.
https://killeen.craigslist.org/pts/d/may-willys-jeep-parts/7468096323.html
For Sale: Willys Jeep parts. I’ve got a little bit of everything including a nice original OEM Willys CJ2A-3A low hood, an original OEM external oil filter housing with bracket and hardware, air filter parts, complete hand brake assemblies including the rear take-off for the drum and the drum itself.
I have rare and hard to find brackets, including a beautiful OEM set of Ford GPW grab handles. I’ve got a complete, running, driving numbers matching Willys M38 Jeep for sale with clear Texas Blue title, in my name, in my hand that matches the data plate behind the passenger seat. I’ve got a ’48 CJ for sale with a solid good L134 flat head in it that runs perfect with clear Texas Blue Title in my hand, many spare parts for sale. Call or text for what you’re looking for. The pictures are of the jeeps I have for sale complete.”
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Unclear how much value is here, but it is a Lefty.
https://sanantonio.craigslist.org/pts/d/san-antonio-1948-cj2a/7469303243.html
“1948 CJ2A parts donor for sale or trade. $800 or trade takes it all. No motor or radiator. Open to trades.”
This CJ-2A may have been a column shift. It appears the gear shift sits back where the PTO shifter generally is.
https://slo.craigslist.org/grd/d/creston-1946-willys-jeep-4×4/7472610062.html
“1946 Willys Jeep 4×4
m38 model
Manual Transmission.
V8 Oldsmobile motor.
New seats, fuel tank, radiator, alternator, and brakes.
Removable Windshield and Tow Hitch included.
Runs fast and fun!
Fun Farm & Ranch Vehicle”
Listed as a 1944, it might be a CJ body on an MB chassis, but hard to tell from these pics.
https://slo.craigslist.org/grd/d/creston-1944-willys-jeep-4×4/7472609565.html
“1944 Willys Jeep 4×4
Willys 4 Cylinder Engine
Runs great
Fun Farm Vehicle
Manual Transmission
Removable Windshield included”
Hard to tell the value here, but this has a few mods, including a beefy front bumper.
https://modesto.craigslist.org/for/d/modesto-1948-jeep-willeys/7448314231.html
“Jeep Willy’s 1948 non running all is there .”
This has a single-lever PTO, but does not appear to be hooked up to anything.
https://kalispell.craigslist.org/cto/d/coram-1948-cj-willys-jeep-obo/7470507232.html
“Runs and drives”
Not much info here.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/atq/d/redding-willys-jeep/7465907418.html
“No motor needs work”
Bill shared this CJ-2A for sale.
https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/denver-1947-willys-cj2a/7463137213.html
“1947 CJ2A affectionately named Rosie – runs, drives, shifts through everything (transfer case too), stops. All lights and signals work.
Still has original flathead motor, transmission and transfer case – getting harder and harder to find like this these days.
12v, alternator conversion. Newer alternator, brand new battery.
Continue reading
UPDATE: Still Available.
(01/27/2022) It seems to be a project with updates.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/983561025580682
“For sale is a 1948 willys CJ2a
Engine cranks over but doesn’t start.
It has a swapped Buick 225 v6 / ST 300 auto transmission. They were mated but were separated for installation. Has single barrel carbon and HEI distributor
The frame is absolutely 100% solid. The body needs a few exterior patches but still solid. Comes with rare, flanged center output Dana 44 and front dana 27 axles
This Jeep has a Clean transferable registration in my name.”
The solid-letter Desert Dogs are in surprisingly good shape. I’d guess they are roughly at about 50% tread life.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1020064308602041
“Partly restored 31×10 tires 134 L Head Go Devil. Rebuilt 4 cylinder”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $6500.
(02/11/2022) The half-top looks refurbed/customized and the roof of this half-cab extends a little too far over the front. It seems that would be a big wind catcher at any decent rate of speed.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1004905546767542
“THIS IS 1948 WILLYS CJ2A ORIGINAL MOTOR REBUILT BY PROFESSIONAL SHOP EVRYTHING DONE TO ORIGINAL SPECS THE JEEP HAS ROUGHLY 500 TO 1000 MILES ON THE MOTOR SEE VIDEO IT IDLES QUIET RUNS PERFECT I HAVE A NEW GAS TANK AND GAUGE SENDING UNIT THAT COMES WITH THE JEEP THE ONE IN IT IS FINE GAS GAUGE WORKS JUST EXTRA STUFF THAT GOES WITH THE JEEP THE TOP AND BACK COVER WILL COME OFF IF YOU LIKE
THE WINDOWS DO ROLL UP AND DOWN THE DOORS LATCH GOOD BUT IF YOU DON’T LIKE THE TOP YOU CAN SIMPLY TAKE IT OFF THE BODY WAS NOT CUT ON OR ALTERED TO PUT THE TOP ON IT IS HOME MADE THE TOP WITH WINDOWS IS METAL THE BACK COVER IS WOOD THE FRONT WINDOW IS ORIGINAL AND GOES DOWN PROPERLY ALL LATCHES ARE GOOD NICE CLEAR GLASS IN THIS SPLIT WINDOW JEEP THE TRANSMISSION AND CLUTCH ARE GOOD
Has some mods, including a Warn OD.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/320110486776214
“1946 CJ2A Runs and drives Has WARN overdrive unit Manual locking hubs. 4×4 works good. Brakes could be better but that’s typical. Has a ford pinto engine swapped in with stock 3 speed trans and warn overdrive unit. 4 stick jeep. Clean texas title. I have a soft top for it with doors and original pizza cutter steel wheels. Might trade for Harley. Guns. Tractor with loader. Side by sides. Golf carts. Must be equal or similar value”
It’s a project.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/709363250233008
“If I sell it, I will take the ad down. I am dropping the price to $1,500 and I won’t go any lower. Someone come pick it up.
1948 Willys Jeep. This jeep is all original and has been sitting for over 10 years. It does not run. It needs a lot of work but the body is in good shape. It does have some rust in spots especially the floor boards and tailgate. I know it needs a new fuel tank and all new fluids. I installed new 31×10.50 bf Goodrich all terrain tires on it 2 months ago. I would love to fix it up as planned but just don’t have the time anymore. I need it gone asap. Make me an offer. Asking $2,500 obo. NO TITLE! I do have the original VIN tag and it will come with a bill of sale.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5500.
(02/05/2022) The body is a little beaten up, but this runner includes a variety of extra parts.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/359310079016795
“1947 Willy’s Jeep. Original motor and transmission. New alternator, new battery, new spark plugs, rebuilt starter. Also comes with two extra front clips, top, doors, and spare axles. Runs and drives great. Clean title.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/08/2022) This fiberglass body has an extra wide rim. I don’t recognize the manufacturer.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/693858568283032
“Fiberglass body and floor,cj2a frame and steel fenders,hood and windshield frame. NO TITLE OR ENGINE, TRANSFER, TRANSMISSION. Possibly trades. Thanks for looking.”
Custom build. Pics aren’t too helpful.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/265950262267572
“1946 Willy’s jeep on a Chevrolet frame. 383 stroker 543 intake 561 exhaust with 4500 stall converter, trans break with reverse shift pattern, 410 gears. Comes with a set of 38.16.5 boggers. Video in comments NOT included distributor and carburetor! NO title”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(02/03/2022) This lacks a title. It includes a PTO winch.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/455367776151797
“This is 1946 Jeep Willis in good condition. Need some work , body was rebuild time ago. Run and drive , 6V electric powered-Original. Don’t a have title , bill of sale only. Original engine. Extra transition included. Comes with tow bar New 6V new batteries”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(02/03/202) It’s a project.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1380996128987134
“Early 46 cj2a solid start to a project no engine transmission or transfer case it’s a roller I have a good inner windshield with glass that gos with it and the original seat frames asking 2500 has a good Colorado title has stock 15in cj5 steel wheels on it”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was at auction.
The price of $3100 shown at the time of this posting on the FB posting is actually a bid price. If interested in this solid look 2A, you’ll need to message the seller to gain access to the auction process (sounds a big convoluted, but you never know).
“This is an opportunity for you to bid your price on this 1946 Willys Jeep. Model- CJ-2a VIN: 151043 Mileage: 31,025 The price listed is the current high bid not the selling price, All bidding must occur on our company website. Message for more information on how to bid your price”
UPDATE: Still Available.
This may have an aftermarket tub, based on the gauge placements.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/522935895705017
“Flat fender Willys Jeep for sale. This flatfender was restored about 15 years ago and is powered by a Buick 215 V8 which has an aluminum block. Runs, shifts, and drives well. This Jeep is in great shape with no rust, no bondo, and a very straight tub with just the right amount of patina. Softtopper top included and in decent condition with soft doors. Brand new battery. Comes on Mickey Thompson mud tires and with a spare set. Front bumper is set up to take Warren winch and back bumper has receiver to take spare tire/fuel can carrier. Many common upgrades have already been made which include tilt steering column, larger engine, flat tow bar, interior carpet and back seats. This is the perfect jeep for cruising to the beach or around town. Everywhere you go people will appreciate this vehicle”
This 2A seems worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/4909545482462984
“Solid old jeep runs, drives and brakes well. Clear title. Mechanical restoration 5 years ago. Body original and untouched, well earned patina and surface rust. A few rust spots but this is road legal and safe as possible (no doors no seat belts no turn signals as it came originally). Gauges, clutch, 4×4 and PTO work great. Switched to 12volt to crank the original Go Devil motor a bit easier. Start it regular and it starts easy. Wait a month or two and it’s grumpy. New carb- new starter -newer tires. This first year civilian 1946 jeep has special one year features. Very cool fold down windshield with safaris. Military front axle. Has frame for bed with the parts. No cover. Back seat needs redone. Reasonable cash offers considered. This was my dad’s first car. My great uncle was original owner. I know its full history. Parked inside almost all its life. Has enjoyed many adventures that added character but not damage.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3500.
(03/03/2022) it does have a rear PTO gearbox.
https://mendocino.craigslist.org/pts/d/clearlake-oaks-46-willys-jeep/7464130214.html
“90% original 46 willys Jeep with a PTO on the back”
It runs, but needs work.
https://akroncanton.craigslist.org/cto/d/clinton-1948-willys-cj-2a/7456586453.html
“Looking to trade 1948 Willys CJ-2A for another interesting vehicle project; sports, classic, muscle car etc. Also would consider speed parts, engines. Etc.
This jeep had been at my grandfathers hunting cabin for as long as I can remember, sat for a long time but with fluid change and tuneup fired right up. I converted to 12 V and pointless distributor along with new carburetor and master cylinder. Comes with several extra new parts. No title it was lost long ago so best for trail rig farm use.
Have video of it running I can share, no smoking knocking etc. Water pump is getting a bit noisy but I have a brand new one that is included just needs to be installed.”
