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1951 CJ-3A Tualatin, Or $8000

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UPDATE:  Updated description

It’s a nice looking jeep.  Note that it has a M-38 body, so maybe this is a M-38 or maybe it’s just a M-38 on a CJ-3A drive train.

“Nice 1951 Willys CJ3A frame / M 38 Millitary tub / Fresh 350 motor / 400 turbo trany / Dana 30 front end / Dana 20 transfer case / AMC 20 rear end / Paint is ok, has some chips and spiders / Have a nice top / Runs & drives great! Lots of fun!! $8,000.00 OBO Thanks, Dave 503 320-0620”

http://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/1130642365.html

 
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1951 CJ-3A Methuen, Ma eBay

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1951_cj3a_methuenDespite the seller’s assurances, I’m quite sure this isn’t a CJ-3B, lol.  It appears in good shape though.

“1951 Willys  model CJ3B odometer says 55566 it is probably correct, but we could not verify the actual mileage. Runs great looks great… a real head turner, Military look,  could use minor interior detailing and reconditioning but is a complete working  CJ3B and fine example for a vehicle of this age. Any questions or additional pictures needed please call me at 978-682-3200”

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1952 CJ-3A Mercer Island, Wa $3500

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1952_cj3a_mercerislandThis jeep sports a fiberglass body.

“Had Frame Off Resto in 2006. Nice fiberglass tub painted with bed liner. Ford 302, runs great! Has power steering. Led tail lights. Drives well and more importantly has brakes! Newer 31 pro comps. Have t18 that goes with. Just looking to get a new toy. Cash talks! No money orders wanted! No shipping.”

http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/cto/1123114495.html

 
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1952 CJ-3A McCall, Id (Back on eBay)

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1952_cj3a_mccall1Update:  Well, not so fast.  I thought this was sold on eBay, but the deal must have fallen through.  Now it’s back on eBay.

This appeared to sell on ebay for $9100 last month.  The seller was asking $7500 on craigslist.

Restored CJ-3A with a few upgrades plus a Bantam trailer.

“1952 CJ2A & bantam jeep trailer. completly gone thru in 2004 jeep & trailer/new paint/new seats/new aluminum rims&tires/12 volts/also has back seat & 10″ x 2″ brakes. jeep & trailer both match in color/tires & rims.”

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1951 CJ-3A South Park, Ca $4500

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1951_cj3a_southparkThis is an interesting jeep with a variety of upgrades, including a ’45 (MB?) body on a 70’s CJ frame and running gear.  Someone knew what they were doing.  Given the upgrades, this price would be hard to beat if you had to built it yourself.  I hadn’t heard of the Hyrdrovac brake system.

“Custom 1951 CJ. Stretched 45 body on a 70’s CJ5 frame. 4 speed with granny low.
Dual stick transfer case with 2 wheel low option.  Ford 300 in-line 6. Dana 30 front axle with disc brakes. Dana 44 rear – full floating with locking hubs for flat towing. 33″ tire with like new tread. 8000# Warn winch. power brakes – hydrovac system. Brakes continue to work when the engine stalls. Much better set-up than standard power brakes. Tool boxes built into rear fenders (hidden & stock) …. Text or call 619-813-2600 or Email fatboy@sdccu.net”

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/1119446791.html

 
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The Evolution of Water Fording

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One of the more interesting early modifications for water fording is visible  in the picture below.  Note how the jeep facing the reader has the exhaust vented out the front of the grill with the muffler laying parrallel to the grille.  I can’t say I’d ever seen that before.

The CJ-3A.info page notes: “The recommended maximum fording depth of an unmodified jeep was 21 inches. That is about the height of the fuel pump and transfer case vents. Any deeper and things would start to fill up with water. Even at this relatively shallow depth the Technical Manual (2) advised that the generator brace should be “pulled up to release tension on the fan belt and stop the fan from throwing water over the engine”. That would be important in order to keep water off the ignition system. During a combat landing the 21″ maximum fording depth was not adequate.”

Read more about the Evolution of Water Fording here

 
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1953 CJ-3A Camas, Wa **SOLD**

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1953_cj3a_camas2UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $550.

“1953 willys 3a jeep this is a project ,has dana 27 front and dana 44 rear,t90 transmission,dana 18 transfercase,2 inch rancho springs and rancho shocks,tilt steering wheel,rollbar,warn hubs,two gas tanks.Also have warn overdrive that i will sell for $850.00 “

 
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1951 CJ-3A Crystal, Mi $3000

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1951_cj3a_crystalThe body looks like it’s seen some good work.  The grille lights are unique.

“$ 3000 O.B.O 327 Engine with 4WD rare willys transmission, has been all rewired, newer paint job, comes with extra set of powder coated wheels. MAKE AN OFFER!!! Call for further details anytime…989-620-4710”

http://grandrapids.craigslist.org/cto/1108229021.html

 
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1951 CJ-3A Phoenix, Az **SOLD**

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1951_cj3a_phoenix2UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $900.

“PROJECT JEEP : This 51 Willy’s jeep has a great running chasis and lots of new parts in boxes, including a new wiring harness. The motor is a 283 built .030 over and will start with a battery and some gas. Has power steering box already hooked up and 2 steering columns . All running gear has been gone through including axels and tranfercase and ROCK CRUSHERS TRANS .LOTS OF PARTS NEED to sell ASAP moving . If the Jeep is still here after Saturday it will be moved to 89 ave and bell rd. “

 
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1951 CJ-3A Chico, CA **SOLD**

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1951_cj3a_chicoUPDATE: Was $3500. **SOLD**

This jeep appears to have a fiberglass front clip.

“Alum. Buick V-8. Runs great, 3-spd.”

 
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1950 CJ-3A Molalla, Or **SOLD**

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1950_cj3a_molallaUPDATE:  **SOLD** Was $2000

This jeep looks rough.  The front clip appears to be tilting down a bit.  The wheels looks good.

“1950 Jeep Willys, 3 spd, v6, extra rollbar, extra set of wheels,working heater, brand new soft top that cost 1600. This jeep is all old school! it is a blast in the snow and mud, it just doesn’t quit! I really hate to get rid of it, but I have other hobbies and not enough time. Someone is really going to have some fun in this jeep”

 
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1950 CJ-3A Chehalis, Wa **SOLD**

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1950_cj3a_chehalisUPDATE:  **SOLD** Was $3500.

Here’s a nice looking CJ-3A (though this would benefit from a different hood design).

“1950 Willy’s Jeep CJ3A. F-head 134 motor, warren overdrive, winch, new Tiger top. Runs Great. $3,500.00 or trade for a newer 4 wheel drive quad.”

 
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1951 CJ-3A Flat Rock, MI **SOLD**

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1951_cj3a_flatrockUPDATE: **SOLD** Was $850.

I’m not sure what’s wrong with this jeep, but it looks pretty good for only $850.

“Vintage Jeep 1951 in decent condition (rebuilt engine flathead 4-cylendar).  See attached picture. $850.00 Firm.  Email for any questions.”

 
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1951 CJ-3A Howard, NY **SOLD**

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1951_cj3a_howardUPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1600.

Yeah, the body isn’t a pretty picture.  But, the drive train sounds like it might have potential.

“A 1951 Willys jeep no title runs like a champ comes with 3 sets of tires and wheels all kinds of spare parts including heads axle shafts axle housings engine block… actualy 1 or 2 enginges that were stripped down the frame is straight and it is solid!! the body on the other hand has seen better days as far as i know it was last on the road in 1972 and been sitting behind a barn until a few years ago when the guy i bought it from got it running and used it to plow his driveway…the jeep came with the house he bought”

 
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1949 CJ-3A Inwood, WV $1500

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1949_cj3a_inwoodUPDATE:  Price dropped to $1500.

Here’s an early CJ-3A that’s had a few mods.

“1949 WILLYS JEEP FLAT FENDER 4X4 WITH LOCKOUTS, 3 speed MANUAL TRANS, 4 cylinder, all original,HARD TOP, VERY MINIMAL RUST, RUNS GREAT READY FOR SHOW OR GO, $2500 OBO 304-268-2915 ASK FOR ROY”

http://martinsburg.en.craigslist.org/cto/1097723655.html

 
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1965? CJ-3A? Austin, TX **SOLD**

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1965_flatfender_austinUPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2600

These hunting jeeps from Texas crack me up.  They are certainly unique, each one of them.

“I have a 1965 Willys jeep that is set up for hunting. It has gun racks, bow racks,air drive feeder, adjustable winch w/lights, game basket and much more. Runs good, I am asking $2600 or best offer, I would also consider trade for 250 or larger four stroke dirt bike. Please call with any questions. Thanks.”

 

 
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1951 CJ-3A Crawford, Co eBay

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UPDATE: This is back on ebay with no reserve

1951_cj3a_crawford1951 CJ-3A: Interesting paint job

“I am selling a 1951 Willys CJ3A jeep. The jeep looks to be all original except for the front and rear axle and a few other small parts. It has the ww2 jeep axles under it. The jeep’s body is in good shape and since there has been a hard top on it for years there is vary little rust. No gone through rust in the floor. The engine looks like it may have been rebuilt, it runs good and strong, the carburetor will need to be rebuilt because it needs to be choked for it to run good. The jeep has the original foot starter…”

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1950s CJ-3A Montana Vista, Tx $1000

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1950_cj3a_montanavistaNo drive train.

“1950 Willys jeep shell. No drivetrain. Tires junk. No lift, solid body for project. No interior, all offers. 383-3185”

http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/1086319053.html

 
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1951 CJ-3A Portland, Or $2500 or trade

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1951_cj3a_portland2There’s a knock in the engine, but otherwise this might be a pretty good jeep.  The pics aren’t great, but it looks like there have been suspension and frame upgrades.

“beautiful willys the only thing is is that it has a knock in the motor and have not started it in over a yeear and a half but a awesome jeep have a full soft top and doors and a bikini top but no half doors looking for a nice boat for the lake this summer/nice fishing boat/old car /nice road bike or crotch rocket/nice jet ski or two / or let me know what ya got”

http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/boa/1081273751.html

 
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Builds — David and friends

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David and his friends transport themselves back in time each each fall by getting out their jeeps, heading to the woods, and cleaning brush, trees and other obstacles out of the way in preparation for winter snowmobiling in New York.

David’s owned his (the gray ’51 CJ-3A) for six years.  His friends have owned their 1947 CJ-2A and 1949 CJ-3A for about 25 years.  Thanks for sharing David.

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Builds — Jim’s 1949 CJ-3A (Potentially for sale now)

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Except for those funky turn signals on the front grille, this is a great looking stock jeep.  Jim’s getting this running again and then will decide whether to sell it to someone who will love it.  Otherwise, he’ll keep it and decide what to do with it.

“I pulled this CJ3A (vin 3J28941) out of a little mining town called Silverton. Its bone stock, 6 volt and appears to have never been touched, never had a roll bar, has a rare dealer installed all aluminum hardtop and doors.  A little update on this rig:  I  rebuilt the carb, flushed the tank, blew the lines, new fuel pump etc and we got it started! Not bad for not being run for 10 years!  Motor sounds excellent, no smoke, oil pressure is 60 psi! Now for a complete brake overhaul and then it will be driven for the first time in more 10 years! Anybody want to buy a rare all aluminum hardtop and doors?”

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1949 CJ-3A Kelso, Wa $2500 or Trade

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1949_cj3a_kelsoUPDATE: Pics available.

“49 willys jeep run, drives 302 ford v8 stock 3 sp trans 36in superswampers on black wheels, still needs some work to be good check other adds heres some pics email at marcus19831@breakthru.com with trades or if you like to come see or 360 560 2718 ”

http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/1061117483.html

 
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1952 CJ-3A & 1954 CJ-3B Syracuse, NY $3000 for both

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UPDATE:  These are still available.

These are both running jeeps, with the CJ-2A’s motor recently having been rebuilt.  If I only had a two jeep trailer … hmmm.

“1952 CJ3A ($1200.00) & 1954 CJ3B ($1800.00)for sale. 2A motor has new pistons,rings,brgs,complete valve job, cab,solid frame and powertrain.3B has solid frame and powertrain & very rare rear PTO.Both jeeps stored inside and were run last year.Need to sell them for street rod project.
315-439-1295″

http://syracuse.craigslist.org/cto/1064122783.html

 
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1953 CJ-3A Fremont, Oh eBay .. interesting top

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1953_cj3a_fremontCheck out the top on this flattie.  It looks really well executed. I wonder if the windows roll down a little or not.

“Custom made fiberglass top (Removeable) Steel doors(Removeable) New wheel cyls,master cyl,steel brake lines brake shoes.new tires,700 miles on them .Moved gas tank to rear,new gas line .FOUR wheel drive is in very good shape,front wheel lockouts I added a front steering dampener, Drives good for the age it is,goes down the road good.Motor is a 1973 pinto 2000 cc motor,Original willys 3sp trans&drivetrain,clutch is in good shape.Body  was patched up,they did good job.Heater is old add on with new core,homemade windshield defroster,Dual two speed wipers.Under carrage painted chassie black.Carb  choke needs fixed,after warm runs good.HAS 6ft old style meyers plow,(not power angle)Besides the choke the only problem I know of is on transfer case PTO yoke seal bad.THIS JEEP IS FOR SELL LOCALLY SO AUCTION MAY END EARLY.”

 
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1950s CJ-3A Elkins, NH ebay (what a sales job)

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1950s_cj3a_nhThe sale job on this just cracked me up.

  • Claim #1:  Good Condition for it’s age and a Rareity
  • Claim #2:  Jeep not running, but just some stuck valves; not a big deal to fix
  • Claim #3:  Needs floor panels, but the frame is very solid
  • Disclaimer #1:  I am not an expert on this

Ergo, why does the seller make the above claims if not an expert?  I mean, I know why;  it’s just funny to me.

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