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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500
The parts of this jeep I see, make the body look pretty straight and stock.
“1965 CJ3B Jeep runs with four cylinder motor Many new parts — needs paint and put back together — have original roof and door frames.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800
(01/04/2011) Dog and driver sold separately.
“1955 Willys Jeep , clear title in my name, runs and drives great, has tow bar, great for hunting . 4×4 works body in good shape”
Engine needs rebuilt. It looks solid.
“Lots of upgrades. engine needs rebuild. New cluth and rebuilt transmission. call 760-533-9616”
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/2436147773.html
This looks like a parts jeep.
“Tub is rough but would be great for a rockcrawler or buggy project, frame, hood, grill, windshield frame, stock axles dana 27 front 44 rear gone through years ago but have no miles on them since being rebuilt. Tub is just sitting on frame. $750 or best offer Call Chris @ (530) 392-0367 Can text or email photos”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/pts/2440010091.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500
It seems to me the steps on this appear a little higher than they should be. I can’ tquite figure out how that is.
“1960 Willis Jeep. Was my father-n-laws. Been parked in garage for 3 years. Was running when he parked it but I’m sure it will need a little tlc now. It comes with a hard top & an extra trans.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
I love the battery tie down cord. It does beg the question, why isn’t the battery where it is supposed to be?
“Up for auction is a very Rare Vintage Willys Jeep CJ-3b in Restorable condition, I am not sure of the year and do not know anything about its Pedigree except for the ohv 4 Cyl motor purrs like a kitten, have been told the higher hoods were not available until the early 50’s, so possibly 1955 because of the 5’s in the vin#. Has never been registered, although it does drive great with 4WD high and low range. The locking hubs on front axles are warn hubs and work great, floor pans will need replaced, tailgate has rust along the bottom like most have, front grill is nice, hood looks great, top is aluminum and is also good, frame rails look good, very restorable vintage Jeep, comes equipped with hydraulic snow plow with extended chassis in front for the plow or winch, New battery, runs great, will need restoration, just painted for local parade but will need restored. could also use master cyl rebuild.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $11,000
“For sale 54 Willys CJ3B Jeep, 2 yr old frame off total restoration. Front axles have been upgrade to newer ujoint style, rebuilt motor. New Besttop full top. Ready go anywhere. All setup with plow, if decide you want to plow with it, has the optional Harris heater and optional turn signal. Runs great, looks great. Ready for car show or work around the farm.”
This looks in good shape.
“This is a 1956 willys jeep in very good condition. This jeep has been fully restored. it has rebulilt new motor, new brake shoes,new brake lines,new master cylinder, new wheel cylinders, new clutch kit, all exhaust is new, all new lights, new windshild rubber, new gas tank and sending unit, all new gauges, new horn button, and new paint job. this willys is in excellent condition and a great driver. the only thing this willys needs is 4 new tires. if you have any questions you can contact me at 304-467-7487. or 304-921-4101 and there will have to be a 500.00 dollar deposit to of purchase”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $700
There appears to be some rust, but there still appears to be value.
“1955 Jeep! Restoration Project! Has engine and trans (may run) (all mechanical parts seem to be intact.
Asking $700.00. Delivery can be arranged with in this area. Seems to be access to many parts and items needed for restoration via the internet! ”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2400
(05/03/2011) This might be a good price.
“This original flatfender Jeep is ready for immediate off-road use or perfect for a restoration project. The engine (F134, 4-cylinder) has been rebuilt and runs well. Almost everything on it is in working order. Drivetrain (Engine, transmission, transfer case, axles, etc) is completely original and all numbers match. Transmission and transfer case are fully functional. Off-road tires (31 x 10.50) are in great condition.
This Willys came with the optional super-low gearing in the differentials (5.38 : 1). So it’s got plenty of torque to climb up and over all sorts of stuff. It comes with a service manual, bikini top, and a few other accessories. For more details or questions, call Mike at 619-459-5929.”
http://flagstaff.craigslist.org/cto/2417735504.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
This might be a good price.
“For sale a 1963 willy’s cj 3b jeep. This is what has been done to it, new tires, master cycl, brakes front and back tune up, Runs and drive like a 63 willy’s jeep, Body in good shape no rust, four cycl, three speed, twin stick tcase. Looking to get 3k or best offer.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4500
(02/25/2011) “1954 willys 3B High hood. New drive train,New Paint, Good tires on Centerlines,Carbue racing seats front and rear,Towbar included .To much new stuff to list.This jeep has been done from top to bottom.Its ready to go 4 wheeling. 4900.00 obo Call Victor @520-825-0388 or 520-282-0192 Many more pictures just email or call”
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/cto/2416110802.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000 for all.
1954 CJ3B for restore or parts. Has chevy v-6, 4 speed, adapted to stock dana 18 tcase. Clean drive-train, motor is free. Body and frame good condition. Missing parts but great potential. Have old title not in my name. 600 firm
1948 CJ2A Buick 231 v6 mated w adaptor to original t 90 tranny and dana 18 t-case. Runs good, 4×4 works great. Has low gears, 33″ tires, full roll cage, welded rear end. Great woods machine. Body good for age, needs restore or for parts. 2500 firm
1950 Willys pu truck Custom, built solid for rock crawling with 1 ton parts. Needs finishing, but does run and drive ok. Saling as project or for parts. Must check out Chevy 454/ turbo 400 auto, 205 gear drivin tcase, to Dana 60 Front end with new parts, and 14 b full floater rear welded right. Truck Advenger carb, painless harness, autometer guages,performance top-end, 42″ swampers almost new on 15″ beadlocks. Power sreering and brakes. A real beast on the trail. 4000 firm
Also have stock rebuilt go devil 134 l-head engine for Willys Jeep. been stored fore 2 years. Has tranny and tcase, will separate. 500 for engine 200 for tranny tcase, 6000 for all, firm”
“willys jeep used for parts. year 52 and 43 parts frame misc. make offer 314-973-3218”
http://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/2407307013.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500
(01/22/2011) A reader named Luke asked me to post his CJ-3B that was originally purchased by the Army. I double checked to make sure this wasn’t a M-606 and the seller assured me that it was a CJ-3B and notes that “The data tag is marked SN 62151, which matches the last 5 digits of the VIN. All data tags are included in the sale.” You can contact the seller through the craigslist ad or contact me and I’ll provide his contact info.
“For your consideration is a 1960 CJ3B, which was purchased under contract from Willys by the Army. It has the data tag, with serial number matching the underhood data tag to confirm this. Early in the life of the jeep, it was modified with two fuel tanks, either by the factory, or by the Army.
The engine, transmission, transfer case, and differentials are all in excellent operational condition. There is no smoke produced by the engine when running, and little to no noise when driving.
The brakes are rebuild and work well, the paint was applied by me. There is some rust, but it’s very typical of older jeeps, and does not harm the jeep. The jeep is currently registered as a Maryland Historic Vehicle.”
This might be a good price. It appears in good shape.
“Selling my military vehicles: 1954 Willys CJ-3B (commonly called the “High Hood”) = $3000″
http://dayton.craigslist.org/cto/2406582168.html
Well, if the seller spent more time on eWillys, he would see more original, less unlatered CJ-3Bs! That aside, Rich spotted this solid looking flattie that could use some light body work.
“This is the most original and unaltered CJ3B I have ever seen. We bought it to laser scan and Faro Arm track the body, to create a digital model for a special project. So now that we are done, I am ready to sell this little vintage patina jewel to the next guy to enjoy. It has sat in our warehouse for the last year, doing nothing. We inspected and serviced it lightly. You may want to comb through it before a major outing. We made sure it stops, steers and runs well. It is 100% original. Engine is super smooth, and super simple. 35K original miles. Original paint and markings, even the original wood windshield frame perches are still there! No rust, a few bumps and bruises, but an exceptional virgin CJ. Thanks for looking! JW
TLC is a licensed California dealership. We specialize in vintage Toyota Land Cruisers. Document and paperwork fee of $110 will be added to high bidder. Feel free to come visit. Global shipping can be arranged, at buyers expense”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
This looks like a good price.
“1954 WILLYS HIGH HOOD 4 CYL 4X4 FOR SALE. 3 SPEED TRANSMISSION RUNS AND DRIVES PERFECT. BODY IN GOOD CONDITION, AS IS! HAVE ORIGINAL SERVICE MANUAL AND WAS BOUGHT FROM OWNER WHO HAD IT FOR THE LAST 21 YEARS. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $15,500
This has a variety of mods including Hudson steering and looks nice. However, I disagree that these are “selling for $15,000 – $30,000 in many auctions and online”.
“YOU ARE LOOKING AT A BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED (FRAME OFF) 1953 CJ3B Willys. I purchased the Jeep on June 1, 1971 and have had it in restoration and garaged ever since. The engine is a 1960’S Buick V6 THAT HAS BEEN COMPLETELY REBUILT. The jeep has Hudson Steering, Cutlass hubS, Dual headers and side pipes. THE Taillight CAME OFF OF A 1965 Ford Mustang, BEAUTIFUL Chrome custom dash. Total restoration.
THE CAR COMES COMPLETE WITH:
Half Moon hubs and chrome wheels.
Leather High Back front seats.
All Steward-Warner gauges operational including tachometer.
Candy apple red metal fleck custom paint job.
NEW Carpeted interior.
Runs AMAZAING.
Multiple gears sets. (three speed transmission, Hi Lo range, overdrive)
Updated as of June, 2010 WITH:
New battery
Oil filter
Spark plugs
Rebuild carburetor
Alignment
Oil change
Tune up
Detail
PLEASE SEE BELOW AS I HAVE BROKEN DOWN EVERY ASPECT OF THE VEHICLE IN ITS CURRENT CONDITION. I HAVE DONE MY BEST TO DESCRIBE THE VEHICLE AS IT LOOKS AND RUNS TODAY BUT IF YOU SHOULD HAVE ANY ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL THE PHONE NUMBER LISTED BELOW.
EXTERIOR: THE EXTERIOR OF THE JEEP IS A 9/10. THE PAINT LOOKS GREAT. EVERYTHING HAS BEEN COMPLETELY REDONE OR REFURBISHED ON THE VEHICLE. ALL THE GLASS IS PERFECT. THE TIRES ARE 95% AND LOOK NEW. THE WHEELS ARE HALF MOON CHROME AND ARE NEW AS WELL. SEE ATTACHED PICTURES FOR MORE DETAIL, THIS IS AN AMAZING JEEP.
THE INTERIOR OF THIS VEHICLE IS A 9/10. THE SEAT, HEADLINER AND DOOR PANELS AND CARPET KIT ARE ALL NEW AND LOOK GREAT. IT ALL LOOKS AMAZING, SEE FOR YOURSELF.
MECHANICALLY THE TRUCK IS IN GREAT SHAPE. THE ENGINE WAS COMPLETELY REBUILT DURING THE RESTORATION.”
UPDATE: SOLD. Was listed at $2000. It sold quickly.
This looks in good shape.
“I have owned this jeep for over 20 years, and never drove it. I bought the jeep with a blown engine, and had the transmission and transfer case totally rebuilt, and I also rebuilt the engine starting with the block. I had the block magna-fluxed and found out that one cylender had to be sleeved, so we had it done. New crank, cam shaft, piston and rings, also had the valves done and the head checked and rebuilt. The flywheel was also turned. I put the short block together, and that is where I stopped.
The front part of the frame was sandblasted, but the whole frame was cleaned and painted. The The body was also worked on, any rust was cut out and new metal welded in. There is no body putty on the body, I have photos of the work we did to the body at each step. I have all of the parts painted including all the headlight parts, radiator and shroud. The windshield frame is painted black, and I have the rubber seal for the windshield. Some of the windshield hinge parts have not been painted, but all the parts were sandblasted, and coated with a primer that you can sand to remove any imperfections. The photos show the dust that is on the jeep and seats, but the body and paint are like new. We welded shut all the holes for the soft top snaps and such, I did not plan on installing a roof. This was going to be a sunny day vehicle!
I bought the seats from a parts dealer and had them re-upholstered. The light color you see on the seats is dust, not mold. The seats will clean up perfect.
I have all of the engine parts, and diagrams that I drew so I could remember how to re-install all the wiring. The carb has not been re-built.
I thought about parting this jeep out, but it would be a shame if it were never completed (I was so close!).”
http://lancaster.craigslist.org/cto/2398818883.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
The seller also has 3A Jewels kits, too.
“Stainless 3b hihood complete stainless body kit with all latches and hardware. Kit includes 3b tub ,fenders,hood,grill,windshieldframe,tailgate,lock and latches,front seat frames,rear fender flares. May end auction at any time is for sale locally. Also have complete jewels 3a body kits for sale also. WILL load for shipping buyer to pay actual shipping.”
UPDATE: Price bumped to $6000
(03/24/20110 This looks nice.
“1964 Willys jeep 4×4 350 ci Chevy Auto trans. FAST! FAST! FAST! CALL CHUCK (863)228-1168 NO E-MAILS”
http://fortmyers.craigslist.org/lee/cto/2392799548.html
There looks like some value here.
“I have a 1953 Willys CJ3B project for sale. 2 transmissions and a flathead 4 cylinder “Hurricane” motor on a stand. It currently has a Chevy 350 mounted out of an early 70’s truck. Not able to finish. Let me be clear that this is a project and cannot be driven home, you will need to bring a trailer. I do not have the title, I have a bill of sale and the plates that were on it. Asking $700 or best reasonable offer. Great restoration project or for parts. Will not separate, all needs to go together. I need this out of my garage.”
http://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/2390768141.html
Someone is saying to themselves, “I knew I should have put the jeep in the garage.” This CJ-3B is located in Iqaluit, a Canadian town way up and out there, in relation to me anyway. The photograph was taken just a few days ago (as best as I can tell) by Ron Wassink. I think the jeep is for sale, too, for those that want to take a REAL road trip, but bring your back hoe to dig it out of the snow.
From Wikipedia, “Iqaluit was founded in 1942 as an American airbase, geographically located to provide a stop-over and refueling site for short range fighter aircraft being ferried across the Atlantic to support the war effort in Europe. Iqaluit’s first permanent inhabitant was Nakasuk, an Inuk guide who helped American Air Force planners to choose a site with a large flat area suitable for a landing strip. Long regarded as a campsite and fishing spot by the Inuit, the place chosen had traditionally been named Iqaluit – “place of many fish” in Inuktitut – but Canadian and American authorities named it Frobisher Bay, after the name of the body of water it abuts.”
This looks pretty good, but there aren’t any great pics here.
“1953 CJ3 Restored about five years ago. four wheel drive works, straight four cylinder. Nice ranch or deer lease vehicle. Make offer! Must Sell. 281-686-2487”
http://collegestation.craigslist.org/cto/2385387858.html
