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Only the one pic provided. It looks like the driver’s rear wheel-well has been modified.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/376033394615956/
“1953 turns over but won’t start clean title needs restored project that’s it bill of sale the jeep needs front seats has back one it’s off of dmv but can be Registered my mechanic told me was the timing but sold as is you need a trailer or tow truck”
UPDATE: **Sold**
This is a REALLY well done build. The customizations are clean and simply executed. David has a clear title, but the serial number appears to be from the previous L-head engine (not uncommon).
The only issue with the jeep is that the hazards are staying on when the jeep is running. The switch to turn them off isn’t obvious (unclear where that is).
Here are the specs as best as I could determine:
It is a CJ-3A based on the body and the frame
Buick V6 (most likely a 225)
12 volt system
3 Speed (T-14?)
Dana 20 transfercase (single lever)
Custom radiator
Power Steering
Tilt Steering wheel (possibly out of a Cherokee jeep?)
Dana 30 front (most likely)
Dana 44 rear 30 spline axle center pumpkin
Dual tanks with a change-over valve
Swing pedals
Mechanical, but custom, clutch setup.
Dual master brake cylinder
Disc brakes in the front
Drum brakes in the rear (likely 11″)
Full Roll cage, though mounted to the body and not to the frame
Soft top
Serial number likely based on the previous L-head 4 cyl engine
Custom rear bumper
Looks like a good price.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/d/mountlake-terrace-1950-willys-cj3a-jeep/7512991843.html
“1950 CJ-3A. Affordable project jeep. Original drivetrain. 11” brake upgrade. New springs shackles and hangers. Exhaust and shocks also replaced. Fold away spare tire mount. Tow bar. Extra military wheel set.
Contact me with serious questions. Clear title in my name. Not taking offers. Price is firm.”
This includes a rear PTO, gearbox and shield.
https://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/d/bulverde-1949-jeep-willys-cj-3a/7510917025.html
“1949 Jeep Willys CJ3A. Power PTO on rear end, factory bed extender, all original. We are only the third owner. Runs great and in excellent condition.”
David shared this clean looking, refurbed CJ-3A.
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/cto/d/woodland-hills-willys-jeep-cj3-1950/7510819694.html
“Amazing convertible 4×4 drive.
Classic 1950 Willy Jeep.
Original”
This estate sale took place earlier this month. Maybe the jeep is still available (ad is still up)?
https://missoula.craigslist.org/gms/d/grantsdale-swansons-estate-sales-july/7501084702.html
No pics provided. It sounds most like a 3A or M-38.
https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/d/tecopa-1952-willys/7503788663.html
“1952 willys jeep
flathead 4 engine many extra’s parts available
parts catalogs/mechanic’s manuals
3 speed trans/high-low range/2and 4 wheel drive”
Only the one pic provided.
https://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/d/tucson-1950-willys-cj3a/7506882317.html
“I have my 1950 Willy’s 4×4 CJ3A for sale for 6,500.00 OBO. It starts up and still runs. Original engine, tires good, does have an oil leak. Cosidering the year it is in good shape. Dont know the miles for sure as odometer is broke”
This is the third Ford 4cyl engine powered jeep I’ve listed today.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/882885109138413/
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“Buy it before I change my mind… 1951 Jeep Willys. Great running rig with a 2.3l Ford pinto(Lima) motor swap to the factory transmission and transfer case. Went thru last summer and replaced almost all seals on engine, transmission, transfer case and axles. Upgraded to power steering and telescoping steering column. New front seats and added a center console. Custom rear bench seat with integrated aluminum fuel cell. Continue reading
If this runs and drives, it could be worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3208582949414051
“I’m selling this Jeep for my dad, it’s a 1951 cj3a… The truck is a frame off restoration has 1 mile on it, motor has been rebuilt, Tranny, rear ends, all the wiring gauges, even the steering wheels been refinished, it’s four-wheel-drive, truck is completely brand new, needs minor work to complete, for more information please contact my dad at [hidden information] his name is Anthony, it will be a fun vehicle for whoever buys it this summer”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.
This looks solid.
“Rare 1952 jeep Willy’s ground up restoration runs and drives also has plow 4cylinder 3speed new roof no rust new price this is a great buy”
There see3ms to be value here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1081397242799854
“1949 jeep willys project motor was supposed to have been rebuilt previous owner No title but the brass tags are there located in liberty, ny”
The seller doesn’t mention it, but this appears to have a fiberglass body. Has a rear PTO and gearbox.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/556981205911281
“1949 WILLYS JEEP CJ3A, restored, rebuilt. New body, seats, tires & wheels, brakes, battery. L134 flathead engine rebuilt. Very rare model with PTO & Hydraulic lift. Upgraded 12v electrical system. MUST SEE! appox. 29,000 miles.”
Unclear how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/565388138363200
“One is a ’47 ,one is a ’50 the 50 has factory ŕear pto msg for more info”
UPDATE: Still Available. It’s titled as a CJ-2A.
(06/21/2018) The front floors have been patched.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3098347860482099
1949 titled M38 /CJ2A Titled a CJ2A, but is a 1950- 1952 M38. Original motor, driveline, runs as should, less then 10k miles. No knocks, pings…. Is 12 VDC.
Added: Alum radiator, grill guard, high torque starter, water pump, alternator, and bracket, brakes and brake cyl all 4, aahuga horn, tach, turn signals, tractor seats, 11 gallon fuel cell in back. 265/75R15 digger tires, wiring harness, tow bar, Best Top soft top, ammo can arm rest tool box, seat belts, armor coated inside floor, new floor pans, 1/8″ steel tread plate sides, electric wipers, LED lights, and fire extinguisher. I have new leaf springs and fully tested head, head bolts and gasket kit that goes with it.
This Willys was completely rebuilt by Korean War vet, I bought from family estate in 2014. I do not use it anymore, I have 2 more jeeps and 4×4 truck. Great for hunting, playing in mud, parades, etc. Don’t low ball me I don’t need to sell, just want to find good new home for it.
This has an interesting air-intake setup.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1370232563455008
“Model 451GB1, body restored, licensed and mechanically solid. Interior needs work. Gauges don’t work. Spare tire, rear mount not installed in photos, and spare used engine goes with this deal. Does not use oil, driveline and engine,4 cylinder flat head, running condition. Mileage is unknown Has a tow bar so can be pulled”
Appears solid.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/565016608335709
“51 Willys Jeep CJ3A runs and drives, 134 flathead 4 cylinder, I don’t have to sell I just don’t use it much asking $9500”
This is likely a 1953 titled as a 1954. It’s got some unusual body mods.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/379088330882006
“1954 Jeep Willys runs drives and shifts excellent everything works. Clean Massachusetts title in hand.”
it’s a project with updates.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/d/olympia-cj3-willys/7503177755.html
“1951 CJ3 Willy’s Jeep. 4.3 chev. Engine, new disc brakes, shocks, rack and pinion steering, many new parts. Moving and can’t finish. 5 new tires and wheels. Needs put together and paint.”
Has a variety of updates.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/747704586678747
“Relisting since potential buyer cancelled. 1949 Willys CJ3 in good condition, drives very well, no rust, not a project. Small V6 with 3-speed manual transmission. Tonneau top and full top with doors. 5 matching wheels and tires. Will consider trade for 65-73 or 79-93 Mustang or newer Wrangler of similar value.”
Give the data plate serial number of 29621, I thought this might be a VEC CJ-2A chassis with an M-38 body. However, note the grille and front crossmember seem set up for a grille mounted radiator, rather than a front member mounted radiator. But, it is definitely CJ (not M-38) chassis. This doesn’t run.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/5261708567278679
“Here I have a 1947 Willy’s jeep that I believe to be the military version. It is almost complete with not to bad of rust. Motor is NOT locked up and spins freely. The radiator is missing, I do have the headlight that is missing in the pictures. I can take better pictures for more serious people. I am currently only looking to trade for a good 4 wheeler or possibly a pickup, classic VW, throw me a offer.Does have a clean title”
Listed as a 1949 CJ-3A, this had an early 2A grille, so may be more like a 1946-47. This also is pictured with a DJ-3A convertible windshield. The jeep has been disassembled.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/499122481972910
“Willys cj3a project, was gonna do a full restoration but have decided to go another route. Taken apart currently but all the small pieces have been bagged and labeled. The tub will need some body work and new floors if your looking for a new resto. Otherwise it will work for a farm jeep. Engine runs and i have a video of it. New brakes lines and other brake components bought just never installed. Located in Nacogdoches. Price is OBO. will trade for ford truck stuff. 60-70s ford, OBS parts, would trade for a working two post lift.”
Some interesting mods on this custom build.
https://medford.craigslist.org/cto/d/anderson-willys-jeep/7500926755.html
“49 willys cj2a
Chevy v8 327
auto trans runs and drive great
super clean jeep.
ready to drive right now.”
This looks to be an ex-racing jeep. That pinto engine might have some other HP updates besides the offy intake manifold. Note those “heart” rims; I’ve never seen them before (see last pic).
https://portland.craigslist.org/clc/pts/d/brightwood-40s-willys-jeep/7499992613.html
“Old Willys jeep project. Pinto motor with offenhouser intake and custom header- doesn’t run appears to have factory transmission/ transfer case but I’m not an expert on that. 4×4 with power steering custom wheels and tires. Full set of the wide wheels with turf tires that are old plus tractor tires that appear to be in very nice shape. Custom roll cage – aftermarket gauges . No title not street legal price is Firm clearing up the yard of projects so no trades- lots of potential- thanks”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800.
Seems worth a look.
“Pretty Fair 51 Flat Fender, Flat Head 4cyl and original running gear. I installed 2 1/2 Rancho Springs and a SNAP High Torque Starter with Starter Button. I still have the original Foot Starter. Minor rust , floors have been replaced. Have extra Trany and drive lines as well. Runs great and driveable Needs minor work to be roadworthy. Breaks and wheels cylinders replaced about 10 years ago, New Fuel tank and fuel pump. Seats Recovered.”
