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WUPDATE: Still Available. I noted that this didn’t have a ’46 grille, but in fact it does. I those those were the full circle parking lights rather than the earlier self contained ones.
(05/22/2020) Needs a few things fixed. Drain holes look filled. has PTO.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/925129564614873/
“1946 jeep Willys with pto drive for welder or generator runs needs rad and wheel cylinders installed I do have the wheel cylinders all it needs is a rad And a little bit of TLC”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
(08/09/2020) Lacks fenders, but that might be on purpose.
“ORIGINAL POWER TRAIN WITH FLAT 4 MOTOR- RUNS GREAT – HAVE ORIGINAL GAS TANK AND FENDERS. NEW EDELBROCK FUEL PUMP – REBUILT CARBURETOR – TOW LIGHTS AND TOW BAR INCLUDED 2″ BALL. THE MOST FUN YOU’LL HAVE SITTING DOWN 🙂 $3500 OBO”
Looks solid.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/306808463940708/
“Pretty nice Willys CJ3-A. Actual miles.. runs great and a lot of fun”
Silver Auctions will be auctioning a CJ-2A Fire Jeep on Saturday, September 5th.
http://www.silverauctions.com/auction_view.php?eventid=322&lotid=97821
“This Willy’s CJ-2A was sold new on April 5th 1949 by West Motor Company, Steubenville, Ohio to the Wheeling Steel Corporation plant also in Steubenville. It was put to use by inside the plant and was outfitted by Howe with a hose reel. Its second life was with the Pleasant Hill Volunteer Fire Dept. They removed the reel and installed an 80-gallon water tank and was used as a brush truck. The third owner acquired it in 2005 and treated this Willys to a restoration. The tank was removed and restored to how you see it photographed, back to an inside plant, pumper Fire Truck. Lot’s of era correct parts we sourced and now this Willys is loaded from bumper to bumper with firefighting equipment. “Next Day Fire Department” is sure to be a hit anywhere it is driven or displayed.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7300.
Has a few updates. Look solid.
“Really nice Jeep rebuilt motor new clutch brand new tires price is $7300”
It’s a project. The body looks to be a DJ-3A body based on the dash.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2617941075127237/
“Willy’s Jeep sitting on an S10 4 x 4 frame, 4.3 motor 700 trans. This is a project that needs to be finished for sale or trade, looking for a mini Cooper that needs work”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/26/2020) Runs, but not road ready.
https://maine.craigslist.org/cto/d/saint-agatha-1947-willys-jeep-cj-2a/7187133712.html
“1947 Willys CJ2a Jeep. Flathead 4 cylinder with manual trans. This Jeep runs and drives but will need work before it’s road ready. Body is in fair condition. Drivetrain is good and all components work. UPDATES: This Jeep has a one piece windshield, 12 volt electrical conversion, oil filter conversion and new suspension. Sold as is on a bill of sale only.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/26/2020) Could be a good price. No description provided.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/317940029427462/
Looks in good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/914092959077582/
“I hate to do it, but it’s time. A collectors dream! A 1948 Willy’s CJ2A Fully Restored. The wife says it’s time to make room in the garage for a new vehicle we purchased. Have title in hand and the Jeep has been registered every year since 2003. The Willy’s has been garage kept. It was a frame off restoration starting back in 2003. All metal floor boards and body panels are completely free of any rust. The Engine was rebuilt by a professional Willy’s mechanic in 2006.
Most all gauges have been replaced or restored. Brakes, tires, and interior all in great shape. No tears in the seats. Interior fully spray lined. For a 72 year old vehicle this thing is in Amazing condition! I’m very meticulous with my stuff to say the least. 4WD works Great! This Willy’s was originally discovered in a barn in Wyoming. Odometer says 5,391 but only 3000 miles on rebuilt engine. Runs great-starts up with one click- a Real Head Turner for sure! No low ball offers”
Has a few mods. It’s listed as a 1942.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/644571219507480/
“1942 Willies runs and drives , great little mountaineer”
This might have had a hood bump at some point.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/987595648331042/
“Hazzard Fabworx of Spokane has reworked the suspension, power steering, changed out all the fluids, battery, serviced the diffs/transmission/transfer case/overdrive, swapped in disc brakes all around (‘94 Geo Tracker) and installed lap seat belts. It has an “odd fire” V6 motor, Dana 30 front/Dana 44 rear both with 4.27 gears, T90 3-speed transmission, Dana 18 transfer case and a Warn overdrive.
I will say the original overdrive was a Warn but the owner before me had it rebuilt by Herm The Overdrive Guy in Washington, so it’s physically a Husky case now. It also has a Warn 4500 lb winch mounted on the front. The odometer reads 30k and change. The thing still runs and drives great. It doesn’t burn oil and still has the original VIN plate. The story I got when I bought it was that it was a forestry service jeep in Oregon, hence the decals.”
It is $5000 for both or $3000/each.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/349306269422170/
“Two 1940 Jeeps for sale. Bill of sale only no tittle. Both have complete drive train. Both 4×4. Provide cell if you need additional pictures. Both for 5,000 or 3000 for an individual.”
UPDATE: Still Available. Pics now provided.
https://santabarbara.craigslist.org/tro/d/santa-barbara-1945-world-war-ii/7184047129.html
“1946 Willys Jeep
condition: fair
cylinders: 4 cylinders
drive: 4wd
fuel: gas
odometer: 1
paint color: grey
size: compact
title status: clean
transmission: manual
type: offroad
World War II Trailer is also available. (Bought together the price is cheaper). Jeep has removable aluminum hardtop, back seat, tow bar, tow balls, roll bar, windshield. Needs brake work and some body work. Two speed Hi / Lo and a 3 or 4 speed on the floor. Running when parked in a barn 20 years ago. This Jeep was registered to run on public highways until put on a Non-Op with DMV many years ago. Does not need SMOG inspection or certification, ever. Clean and Clear title.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/02/2020) Maybe some parts value here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/284324709512811/
UPDATE: Still Available.
(06/05/2020) Not sure how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/597961037770268/
“1946 Willy’s project. We bought this as a project for my daughter, but we decided to go with a CJ instead. I have a ton of parts, along with another frame, but way too many to list. Vehicle was abandoned by the previous owner. I purchased it from the property owner the vehicle was abandoned on. Have not had time to apply for a title, but I was told by the Sheriff that it will not be hard to get.”
The steps have been modified. That’s an odd roll bar style.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/321911959047352/
“1946 Model CJ2A Willys Jeep. Engine runs. Been in temperature controlled dry storage for 30 years. For condition, see pictures. Would make a nice project for any Jeep enthusiast!!”
Has a Pinto engine.
https://tippecanoe.craigslist.org/cto/d/newtown-48-willys/7174280665.html
“Cj2a ,I have had it 44 years. Ford 2300 cc motor, I have the original flat head motor”
The use of a differential cover as a hood bump is not something I’ve remember seeing.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1092434291135764/
“Looking to part ways with my 2a project Parts list in last photo Has title. Willing to put together a package for someone for the chassis and title as a base with whatever else is wanted. Won’t part out until chassis is sold. If bought whole, project needs cooling system, fuel, electronics, and the cage finished… along with some misc. Here’s a breakdown of parts, build your own project. Chassis is selling first. Prices on rest of components are on a bundle pricing and may not reflect separate sale prices. 46 cj2a front clip with title, chassis, links, and axles for $1000”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/02/2020) It’s listed as a 1945, but looks like a ’47 or ’48.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/608753300067461/
“I’m selling a 1945 Jeep willys for my dad. Its been sitting at his garage for a good 20 years in Side. Needs some work but would be a great project for someone who loves Jeeps. Has a flathead 4 cyld motor but it needs work idk whats wrong with it. Has had some body work done to it but never finished. Frame and floors are solid. Old military jeep.”
Has some mods.
https://eastoregon.craigslist.org/cto/d/weston-48-willys/7183274611.html
“48 Willys CJ2A, Ford 302, T18 4 speed, T20 transfer, winches, lockers, Dana 44’s”
It’s running rough at the moment.
https://olympic.craigslist.org/cto/d/port-hadlock-1946-jeep-willys-cj2a/7182128968.html
“1946 Willys CJ2A Jeep $4500 obo
Mechanical restoration 4 years ago. Requires constant adjustments and work. Is running crappy again. Starts but running extremely rich. Dies if you drive it. Could be from modern fuel gumming needle again, could be carb needs cleaned and adjusted again, could be something else. Maybe it’s got carb jet size issue from being set up for 5000 feet but now it’s at 100 feet above sea level. Who knows.
Original go devil motor. New radiator and brake system. Original. 4WD works good. Tranny is good. Maybe 300 miles put on it since motor rebuilt.
This jeep has been in my family it’s whole life. My dad bought it in 1956 in Kansas City from my great Uncle who bought after WW2. I inherited it in 2012 and paid for a mechanical restoration only 4 years ago. This thing requires care and adjustments just to keep it running and I’m done messing with it. It’s never been fully restored. It’s got rust. It’s got the back seat frame too. No cover.
NO DELIVERY. Drag it home.”
UPDATE: The Trailer has sold.
This lacks tool indents, but has full floaters and a column shift. It could be a ’45 or a ’46.
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/cto/d/anoka-1945-willys-bantam-trailer/7173319489.html
“1945 willys CJ2A and WW 2 military Bantam trailer. The Willys is $7,000 the trailer is $1,000. No rust, runs and drives but brake and clutch need work. has heavy duty winch, tow bar.”
Has a variety of mods.
https://eauclaire.craigslist.org/cto/d/cameron-1948-willys-jeep/7178601909.html
“High and Low 3 speed-302 Motor-33 inch Rugul M/T w/Chrome Wheels-Dual Exhaust”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(07/28/2020) This is a project.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3658915707458446/
“This is a fabricator/mechanic special. It is far from running… It is not for the Jeep purist 1948 Jeep cj2a or cj3a It is sitting on a shortened 1996 Ford ranger chassis It has 1996 Ford ranger running gear All new sheetmetal floor, dash and firewall Brand new tires The ford ranger 3.0 engine is garbage and needs replaced Comes with all the original fenders, windshield, hood, grill, and tailgate. Jeep tub has been lengthened 4” to accommodate a taller gentleman These pictures don’t tell the whole story. If your interested please come look at it. We’re asking 3,000 obo.”
Looks solid.
https://sd.craigslist.org/cto/d/fairburn-1947-jeep-cj2a-no-rust/7179942334.html
“Hard to believe, I know but this 78 year old WWII style Jeep has no rust either on the body or the frame. Why not?
Because it spent most of its life in Nevada. If you are looking for that near-perfect Army (Navy/Marine Grey) Jeep, this is a No Brainer.
New components include; battery, air cleaner small (original goes too), electronic ignition with Dead Man antitheft switch, four 6 x !6 army tread tires, lights and electrical wiring harness, pintle hitch, fan belt, carburetor, driver side mirror, black upholstered seats, including removable rear seat, Army OD drivers seat (never used), fuel tank & cap, original design heater (in box), towing bar with light kit (in box). New overhauls on 4-cyl. go-devil engine, new transmission/transfer case (old pair go with jeep). So why am I selling it? I am too old (76) and too fat to get in and out of it easily. That’s all I can remember writing this.”