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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $700
This might be a good price.
“Sad old Willys Jeep needs a new home! This is a major restoration project for someone. It has a clear title. I am posting this for the owners who are not Craigslist Savvy.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
“1951 willys jeep has a chevy ironhorse 4 banger run good, all 5 tires, hard top, both doors, new seat… this was a project jeep has some rust due to financial reason must sell ask. $5000 obo”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000
(07/20/09) This appears pretty stock.
“Less than 45k on vehicle. Complete new engine, clutch, starter, generator, voltage reg., hoses, V-belt, brakes, recent battery, carburetor, re-cored radiator. Repair manual, heater, wiring harness, tow bar, new wheels & tires, new shocks, speedometer & cable, Dualmatic hubs, military bumpers, gas can & bracket, spare tire bracket. Serious inquiries only.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
This might be a good price.
“Needs some work”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7800
It looks like there has been extensive work done.
“1948 Rock crawler, 350 chevy engine, Dana 44 axles, Detroit lockers, 39.5×15.50-15 swampers on 10×15 American Racing Beadlocks. 15 gallon fuel cell, 4 wheel coil springs, Rancho RS 5000 shocks, Must see to really get the feel! $7800”
This is a custom build.
“If you like jeeps and off roading heres the one for you. Significant amount of work done but enough left to make it your own. Custom built 3A Willy flat fender, no tail gate, solid back. Late model frame. Totally redone, restored from frame up (1948) Title. 350 Chevy rebuilt (less than 1,000 miles on rebuilt engine) with a 350 Hydro-Transmission. Edelbrock carburetor. Detroit Locker Rearend, ’44 rearend, full floating axles. Power-Lock front end with 427 gears. 11″ brakes, 15″ Wheels with 1250/33 tires, Rancho shocks, and Rancho 2″ suspension. Rear gas tank, power steering with tilt wheel, roll-cage and professionally wired. Bucket seats with rear seat. Original windshield. This Jeep has been in storage for several years after rebuild. Purchase as is; email with any questions prior to end of auction. Deposit of $250.00 at close of auction with balance due within 5 days. Transportation is buyers responsibility.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500.
(03/27/2010) “1950 willys except for the roll bar and seat belts pretty much stock.. driven daily 6500 miles to much to list
not a trailer queen I drive this old willys every day. still needs a lot of tinkering very driveable not fast( 45 mph) but fun!
come with a bunch of parts to be installed has a soft top. no dreamers please I have the title in my hand. will deliver on my trailer with in the boston /ri area. this old willys will never lose its value it will only increase with age. own the 1/4 ton truck that help win ww2”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
This looks in good condition, though the dash is missing a few items.
“Selling a very nice flatfender Jeep CJ3A, built in 1951, original California vehicle with black/yellow CA plates. Recent paint job, new gas tank and fuel filter. New windshield. This little Jeep drives very nice and everything works. Original 6 volt system. The photos don’t show, but a full spare is mounted on the passenger rear side of Jeep. Original factory running gear: -L4-134 4-cylinder flathead engine -Warner 3-speed T-90 transmission -Spicer Model 18 2-speed transfer case -Factory Spicer Models 18 & 25 front and rear differentials”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5000
(01/27/10) “Full soft top, custom Springs, (NEW) 33×13.5 Pitbull tires, 8000lb. winch, Power Steering, Rebuilt buick V6, Water proof gauges, Original running gear. Custom radiator, Custum bumpers I have owned it for 12 years. I put about 200 miles a year on it. (All trail rides) The jeep will pretty much go anyware you dare to put it. Originally came from Arizona. It has been in dry stroage for the past 2 1/2 years on jack stasnds. Building a house. Make me a offer I can’t say no to….”
http://burlington.craigslist.org/cto/1836829720.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2400.
Given the winch, top, full cage, spring reversal and extra parts, this looks like a very good price.
“1949 Willys Jeep CJ-2A – Chevy 350 V-8, GM Auto Trans and Transfer Case, new battery, Chevy steering, master cylinder on firewall, upgraded radiator, transmission cooler, full roll cage, bucket seats, B&M shifter, nice windshield and Best Top newer top. Body is in very good shape. Heavy duty front bumper with a working Warn upright winch (8,000 lbs. power in and manual out), and roller fairlead. Front shackle reversal, chrome wheels mounted with WildCat 31×10.50 tires. It still has the stock front and rear differentials and stock brakes…BUT…this Jeep comes with a 48 Willys Jeep that has a DANA 44 front end and a power steering box mounted in the frame with a damaged tub. In addition, you will also get a windshield frame, right front fender, grill with lights, radiator, gas tank, transmission and transfer case, and hood, I have also collected a CB radio and antennae, tach, turn signal unit, a power boost master cylinder off of a Wrangler, almost new bikini top, half doors, a back seat and side steps. Clear and clean title in hand, $2,400 or (maybe) partial cash and firearms. Jeep is located in downtown Myrtle Creek area, exit 108 on I-5.”
The engine is seized, but comes with a plow.
“1950 Jeep CJ-3A. NJ Title. Has not been registered for years. We used this jeep to plow snow until the motor seized this last winter. Comes with plow and windshield that is not in picture. Needs rebuilt engine.”
http://poconos.craigslist.org/cto/1835680213.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
“1949 jeep willys ww2 jeep runs and goes,asking 1,500 or best offer, needs some tlc.look at pics.v-6 motor..call”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
This looks like a good price.
“HISTORY OF THE JEEP. 1950 -1975 about it was used by the DNR(still has the sticker on the window) so you know it was well maintained. 1975-1984 about it was used to plow a churches parking lot (well maintained). 1984-1 month ago it was owned by a farmer who stored it in his barn except to plow his driveway. (he was nuts about maintaining his vehicles in a good way). Now I have done the mechanical work on it so it drives and stops and all i have to do is superfisial work to make her pretty. I am willing to trade for another more kid friendly vehicle.All Original 1950 Willys Jeep. I bought it about 1 month ago to restore. I just found out I am going to have my first child so I need to restore something more kid friendly. I replaced all the brakes, wheel studs, whipper parts and have a few extra misc part to put on. The previous owner replace the exhaust, master cylinder and battery. She runs like a top and drives well. Fairly new top no rips or anything. I was really hoping to keep her but it is what it is. I am going to keep fixing it up seeing as though I have about 8 months till the baby comes so if you want to get it cheap then now is the time.”
This looks like a strong build that includes various stainless parts.
“54 willys high hood complete restoration 350 with gear drive, 350 auto 44 front and rear with powerlocks. heated front seats, warn winch, jewel stainless fenders grill and windsheild frame. less than a 1000 miles since restoration. new best top”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/1831926961.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3800.
My only experience with a 400 was the one dad installed in our motorhome. That motor easily moved the motorhome along with a trailer with my on the back of it. I can only imagine that much power in the jeep itself!
“This a nice jeep, we have owned it for about thirty years, it has a 400 SB chev eng. runs great, only selling because we don,t use it anymore.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6300.
This looks good.
“1952 Jeep Willy…V8, runs ok. New tires,new full roll bar .. Blue, no rust or dents .. Some small scatches..Always garaged..Only driven about 50 miles in the last 3 years, never off road…Will take 1st best offer..”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
This looks in good shape.
“1949 Willys Jeep in great condition. Only a small bit of rust on the undercarriage. Otherwise the Jeep is in outstanding condition. The engine was rebuilt by the previous owner and always starts easy and runs strong. The roll bar and front and rear bumpers are custom made with a detachable tow bar and receiver adapters for winch or other uses. All tires are new. The transmission and transfer case both work well and appear to be original. The electrical system has been converted to 12 volts and has a GM alternator. All lights work and backup lights have been installed for general use or field dressing game animals. The brakes work well, but the master cylinder leaks. It has not been registered since 1999, but can easily be registered as an antique. I have not owned this Jeep very long and really don’t need it, however I have enjoyed driving it and it’s more fun than an ATV.”
UPDATE: A reader got this on the cheap.
This sounds like another one of th0se “I parked it in the woods years ago and left it there because…” stories.
“Have title for this Willys. Flathead, 4 cylinder. Hi-lo range. Undercarriage, motor, running gear. NEEDS BODY! Hasn’t been driven in 15 years. Make offer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
I’m pretty sure this is a fiberglass body. ACME continues to sell fiberglass, metal and aluminum flattie bodies, as noted below.
“This was a project that never got finished. It has a Buick 231/ turbo 350/ Spicer18/ dana44 with 5/38 gearing/ Summer brothers axils/ aluminum wheels. The body (tub, front fenders, and grill) is an acme with minimum rust. Also comes with a two piece windshield and extra grill (small headlight), windshield wipers, extra u-joints and back seat Asking 2000.00 or best offer.”
Here’s a pic of an ACME glass flattie body. Note the lack of tailgate. You can still purchase these at ACME for $2500:
ACME also sells metal bodies (steel (Early MB, MB, GPW, M-38, CJ-2A, CJ-3A, CJ-3B and even a mini slat grille) & aluminum), though none I see come without tailgates except for the MB bodies, but those have the normal mb characteristics.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
(03/28/2010) There’s been a number of updates on this flattie.
“327 Rebuilt Engine with approximately 700 miles. 4 speed, 8000 lb wench, 35 x 12.5 tires, 4 barrell Edelbrock carburetor, headears, tow bar, 6 point roll bar, 5 point harness seats. Runs Great!!! If you have any questions, or would like to schedule an appointment to see, please call”
This has a rear PTO, but looks pretty beat up.
“1950 WILLY’S JEEP (CJ2A), 4-wheel drive, complete new canvas top w/all hardware, rear PTO. Call 301-884-2252.”
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/cto/1821179267.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(04/25/2010) Here’s an old school looking build. A retro-rainbow styling worthy of the 70s. I’d like to see more pics of this one.
“500 hp small block chevy-4 Speed- Lockers front & back- All new tires and wheels- Excellent Condition for more information call Ron at 515-238-1137.”
http://desmoines.craigslist.org/cto/1818754873.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was 3000
Lots of work done here. It needs a fuel pump at the very least.
“1949 Jeep CJ3B 305 TPI TH400 Ford 9″ Rear with Detroit Locker, Dana 44 Front, 4.56 Gears, Disc Brakes up front, power steering, power brakes, vehicle is stretched on a CJ5 frame, vehicle is a project and needs some work, currently needs a fuel pump to get running. I currently have the fenders off. Currently registered non-op, registration is current.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1595.
(05/05/09) The body looks a little rough, but it runs. It looks like a good price.
“1950 CJ3A, about 62K original miles, factory drivetrain, 4 cylinder flat-head, newer solex carburetor, rebuilt transmission and transfer case, new brakes, new tires, hasn’t left town for 30 years. Runs excellent, needs top.”