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In early April of 2010, Kurtis found a solid looking, stock 1950 CJ-3A named Ike that he plans to restore to off-the-dealer-floor condition. He’s built a website (http://kurtisfranklin.com/blog/) to chronicle his restoration adventures and recently provided some good details on a V-Cell Radiator.
Good luck on your restoration Kurtis; I think it will turn out well! Here’s a pic of Ike:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000. It has a Muller Top.
UPDATE: More pics. Some interesting pics of the custom soft top. Price dropped to $10,000. This also comes with the electric overdrive, which demonstrates you can sneak one of these behind a transfercase in a flattie.
(10/06/2009) It looks like there’s been some well done customizations. I’d like to see more pics to see more.
“Rare 1953 Willy is a spectacular addition to any Jeep enthusiast • Custom Top • Custom Paint w/ Ghost Flames • New Tires & Wheels • V6 Chevy Motor • Rebuilt Front End • New Front & Rear Gears & Bearings • New Rear Axles • New Rear Springs • New 14” Brakes • New Radiator • Lots of Chrome & Stainless • Studebaker Electric Over Drive. My loss is your gain! Asking only $10,000 when I have over 18k Invested.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000
(05/10/2010) I doubt the seller will get the price they want, but it looks like a nice build.
“1950 Willys CJ-3A rebuilt stock engine, original running gear, stock brakes, all new wiring, new gauges, nice tires & wheels, body and paint are show quality. will consider part trade on newer 4 wheeler.”
Here’s a variety of parts.
“I have a list of parts for sale from old willys cj2a’s and cj5 jeeps. Id like to sell the whole lot for one price so make offer. The list starting with cj5 stuff is Cluxe hood latches never used $25, Bestop biikini top never used $75, Wagner brake master cylinder never used $20, 3 wagner wheel cylinders never used $30, Motor mounts never used $20, Used grill $25, Windshield frame $35
CJ2A Parts
Trico vacuum wiper motor $10, Split windshield frame $35, 2 driver and 2 passenger seat frames $10 each, Water pump $10, 2 Air filters $25 each, Carbs $25 each, Starters $65 each, Gas tank never used $45, 2 Grills $25, Bell housing $10, 3 Shift towers $15 each, Trannys $50 each, Transfer case $50 each, Roll Bar $15, Rims 15″ and 16″ $10 each, Pto $50
Misc
2 F-head motors $100 for stuck motor and $150 For free spinning motor, 4 Jerry cans $5 each, Back seat Never used w/o frame $45, Complete axles $50 each, Gauge cluster from military jeep $45, Independent suspension differential with drive shafts $45
Also have a cj3b complete body on frame with tranny and no motor $400
Also have cj2a body and frame lifted with gm steering column $250
Have some duplicate parts not listed but when sold i will remove from list. Open to offers on all or individually.”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/pts/1747706131.html
Apparently, this is a Navy CJ-3A. It appears there is a data plate above the standard data plate on the dash that could very well document this. That said, it seems like it should be painted navy colors rather than in a cammo pattern.
“Fully reconditioned 1953 Willys Jeep. Originally assigned to the Navy. Restoration includes rebuilt motor, transmission, rewiring, steering and suspension. Non-directional military tires, tow hitch, and roll bar. Runs great, super fun to drive!”
http://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/1746815016.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000
This looks like a good price.
“1953 Willys Jeep CJ3A, 225 buick V6 hasn’t been started in a while but ran good last time it was. Don’t have the time to put into it or even get it started for sale as is 1000 firm.”
This looks very solid. The seller listed this as a ’42.
“This Jeep would be great for someone looking to do a restoration project. The engine and transmission run, only 57,456 miles on the vehicle with good tires. I put in new seats and gas tank. The only thing it needs is a new fuel line which would be really simple to do on a vehicle like this. With work and school I dont have the time to play with it anymore. I am asking 5,000 or you can throw me an offer. phone: 402-250-3674.”
http://lincoln.craigslist.org/cto/1745293787.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $650.
“1949 Jeep CJ3A, ran when parked. Grandfather used jeep on ranch, but has not been ran for six years. Original engine and drive train. Comes with Ramsey winch. Would make a great restoration or 4X4 project. Title has been lost & the vehicle does not have visible VIN numbers.”
UPDATE: Was $3300. **SOLD**
“1951 WILLYS JEEP , BUICK V6 225 MOTOR , 11 INCH BRAKES , RUNS , READY TO RESTORE OR JUST USE FOR AS IS NEEDS MINOR WORK. $3,300 OBO NO TRADES CASH ONLY MUST SELL”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200.
I just found an earlier posting for this Jeep I had done last year. It was priced at $4600 in July 2009. So, the price has dropped quite a bit. It was listed as a 1952 at that time.
It appears someone has put some money into this build. It looks like it comes with a winch and nice cage. Replacing the brakes is a pretty cheap project. This might be a steal!
“This was confiscated in lieu of debt from an old friend in 2005. The last time it drove was 2006…from Minco to Bridgecreek. It drove GREAT…although it had and still has no brakes. It’s only been started two or three times since then. I’m not mechanically inclined enough (or at all) to get it running to sell for more. It definitely needs a new fuel pump, carbeurator cleaning, plugs, and new lines in and around both…as they spew fuel when running. I believe the gas tank to be the culprit for the fuel problems…its rusted out pretty good. New Tires, Winch, Motor Rebuilt in 2003. Please give me a holler if you’re truly interested. I encourage you to come take a look. I can get a hold of some more pictures if needed.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500
The flattie looks good.
“1949 Jeep CJ2B : 305 TPI motor, TH400, Ford 9″ Rear, Dana 44 Front, 4.56 gears with Detroit Locker in the rear. Sitting on CJ-5 frame, tub has been lengthened. Vehicle is a project and needs completion. 33×12.50 Dueler Mud Terrains. $3500.00
1973 CJ-5 : No motor, transmission or tranfer case. Chevy axles underneath with small lift. Paint is in okay shape. Easy project vehicle. $750.00. Will take $4000.00 for both Jeeps. I also have for sale a TH350 mated to an NP205 transfer case. $500.00. You can reach me by email above”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2500
(03/28/2010) “Has a Chevy 350 with 194 heads, aluminum intake, 600 Ede., has a Ford 4 speed, traction bars, 35 inch tires, 6 point roll bar, lap belts, tilt wheel, reclining bucket seats and goes very good! Please Call 360-852-4586”
http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/1740857055.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1250
(04/21/2010) No tranny/engine/tc included. This seller does have a Warn OD for $500.
“Project, no engine, trans or transfer case, new fenders, hood, camaro seats, 10′ brakes, some assembly required. Munci 4 speed adapted to jeep trasfer case $1250.00. Warren overdrive $500.00.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(05/05/2010) This looks nice. Lots more pics on craigslist.
“Visit wcironsales.com for other trucks & heavy equipment for sale. Call 5 0 3 – 9 9 7 – 9 5 7 8 to purchase $6,000.00 – I do not respond to gmail, yahoo, hotmail, etc., email accounts, call if you want to purchase this item. 1946 JEEP WILLYS 4 WHEEL DRIVE WITH FORD 2.3L 4 CYLINDER ENGINE, 4 SPEED TRANSMISSION, REAL NICE CONDITION BESTOP, ALLOY WHEELS, SPARE TIRE”
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/ctd/1739166788.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
This appears to be a very good price, especially for an eastern US Jeep. I suspect the body is a replacement body.
‘FOR SALE A 1952 WILLY’S. RUNS AND DRIVES MUST SEE TO BELIEVE THE SHAPE ITS IN!!!!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
“1952 Jeep Willy CJ2. Good condition. New seats, gas tank, and rebuilt engine. Bikini top. New rear seat w/battery storage area below. $4500 OBO”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800.
This includes an overdrive. This appears to have a variety of updates, including swing pedals and tilt steering wheel. It might make a pretty good project.
“1948 CJ3A orange Willy Jeep. Has a 3 speed trans. w/overdrive. Engine is a 289 V8 Ford. There is no top and it has a roll bar. Asking $2800”
Well, I completely blew it. I’m ashamed, embarrassed. Truly, I wasn’t thinking clearly. Too much stuff was clogging my brain tunnels to put the pieces together. Here’s the sad, brief tale …
Late yesterday afternoon the ‘staff’ (also known as Brett) at the Utah Bureau of eWillys spotted a great deal: A 1948 flattie for only $1000. It appeared almost completely stock, with no obvious rust, though there was plenty of paint oxidation.
It had unusual bezels, a CJ-3Aish windshield, a cutout for a breather on the passenger side of the hood and hooks on the front. It was an odd combo of a M-38, a CJ-3A and titled with a year of 1948. Also, strangely, it had no willys script on the hood that I could see.
My gut said go get it. My practical side said no, so I put it out of my head. I should have listened to my gut, because after thinking about, I now realize it was CJV-35U that was running, extremely stock (except for the installation of the bench seat), and in great shape.
OHHH THE PAINNN!!!! How did I not put those clues together? Unfortunately, only an hour or so after I made my decision not to get it, it disappeared from the KSL classified list. So, the decision was made for me and I put it out of my mind. It wasn’t until this morning that I realized how big my mistake had been.
Alas, this too shall pass, slowly, painfully, like a kidney stone.
Here’s a perfect example of what it looked like (I didn’t get the chance to download the pics of it). Imagine this, unrestored, without the breathers for the intake and exhaust … and with a hardtop: http://www.cj3a.info/sibling/cjv35u/photos/p158.html (or click on the above link)
Somewhere around 1950 the Emergency Management Folks in Saugus, Massachusetts, bought a CJ-3A as an all-around emergency vehicle. As you can see by the emergency boat (being towed by the Jeep in the 2nd pic below), this isn’t a high budget operation, but then this town of 26,000 probably didn’t need much more (though they did invest in a DUKW in the late ’50s).
Sixty years later, Saugus still has the CJ-3A (at least it looks the same with minor additions). Sporting the code name ‘Unit 41’, it seems this EMV handles emergency parades more than anything these days.
You can see more of the early Saugus EMVs here, including the original Seagrave Pumper from 1919.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2600.
This does not include an engine and transmission.
“For sale is a1952 Willys CJ3A jeep compete less engine, trans and t/c. This jeep has been in our family for over 30 years. This was a project started but never finished. The body is perfect with NO RUST and a sweet paint job.
Here is what was done up till now: Body was removed and sand blasted then painted. Same with the frame rail. New Rancho 2.5″ suspension installed with KYB shocks. Replaced the origanal axle with a pair from a 1968 jeep, Dana 44 rear and a Dana 27 front. Installed front mounted steering plate for power or manual, replace tie rods and tube with 1 piece (1972 jeep style steering). ”
It’s nice, but needs a tiny bit of work. I have a pic of this when it was red and for sale in colorado.
“1951 Willys CJ3A powered by 1979 Buick 3.8L V6. Original 3-speed manual trans with 2-speed transfer case and overdrive. Saginaw steering conversion with GM tilt wheel. 11″ front brakes, Superwinch free wheeling hubs, Superlift springs and shocks – 2″ or less lift. Nice ride. New aluminum radiator, electric cooling fan, CJ high back buckets, custom spare tire carrier, heater, 31×10.50 BFG mud terrain tires, 8″ or 10″ wide aluminum rims, original front and rear axle housings. Unsure of gear ratio. New single exhaust, tow hitch with 2” receiver. Bikini top only. This vehicle came from Colorado 6 months ago. Body is in very good condition. Has a small amount of rust under passenger side. Items needed – new or rebuilt carb, trans needs 2nd gear synchro, brakes need to be checked, needs emergency brake cable. A little bit of work will make this a really nice vehicle.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2900.
The fix for the engine can’t be that complex.
“Red, low mileage, original drive train, engine, PTO, towbar, near new top, good body, 12 volt conversion. “As is” This jeep ran purrfectly until one day I had the hood up while it was running and was bragging to my neighbor how smooth it ran. I then closed the hood, it stopped running and I couldn’t get it started after that. I’m not a mechanic and haven’t a clue what it might be. I think this car would be have a NADA value of approximately $10,000.00 if it were running today. Please look at the pictures below and call me with any questions.”
The underside of the body looks pretty good. It has had a few patches, as if the body used to have powersteering (hole in the grille) and a F-head motor (hole in the hood).
“I’m listing this for a friend. It has a 225 V6, T-90, T18 Transfer case, larger brake kit. Bodys fair-, but is workable. Comes with a spare hood and grille for repairing. Runs and drives, goes thru the gears ok and brakes work. Frame is good with no weird plates welded on or holes drilled. Needs glass, windshield in good shape. windshield vent works, needs bracket to hold open. For a do it yourself, it could turn out real clean without putting alot of cash in it.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1900.
This is missing a motor, but otherwise looks good.
“1951 Willys for sale. New paint,complete wiring,windshield,canisters,canister holders, it never had major rust problem. Only minor and it has been welded.NO ENGINE.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9500.
This is a nice build. This would be worth checking out more closely. Note the upside handbrake; an unusual way to install the e-brake.
“Here are some pictures of my 1949 Willys CJ3a for sale.It has an all steel body with a fully boxed frame.The engine is a 1967 chevy 283 cu. in. bored .030 over,Crane cam,Offenhauser intake,Eldelbrock carb and Mallory ignition.Transmission is a turbo 350 with mild shift kit and is mated to a Dana 300 transfer case via an Advance adapter.Rear differential is from a 1972 Jeep Commando and is limited slip.The front differential is from a 1972 Jeep CJ5 both have 3:73 gear ratio.Front leaf spring main is a Divco truck and rear is a 3/4 ton Chevy truck , the remaining are custom cut.Exhaust is also custom built with the old style “ram horn manifolds” to a true dual with Flowmaster mufflers and exiting at the rear. Power steering,power brakes (drum all around) with a tilt-telescoping column from an Olds toronado along with the main wiring harness thru-out.Full roll cage connected to the frame and five point harness thru the baja off-road seats to the frame as well. Stewart-Warner gauges in the aluminum dash and an aluminum 15 gallon fuel cell mounted in the rear.The paint is Dupont and the color is from a early 90’s Chevy truck.Rancho shocks-2 at each corner and a steering stabilizer.BFGoodrich 33×9.5×15 mud terrain tires on American Eagle 15×8 aluminum wheels.This Willys is a total restoration from the ground up and has 854 miles since completion ( never off-road ).I have owned this Willys for 24 years”
