UPDATE:  Price dropped to $4500

(01/03/2010) This is an interesting build as it sports a jeepster front clip.  I can’t remember seeing this done.  I think it works pretty well.  I’d check out the frame closely, as the seller had a problem with it during an outing.

“This is my prize 1963 CJ5 rock crawler that due to the lack of interest and the need of money for property taxes, I must let go. I easily have $15000 invested in this and the only thing left on it that’s 1963 is the rear axle housing.

Here’s what’s been done;
1. Dana 30 disc brake front end w/4:88 gears and a Lock-rite and Warn hubs(27 Spline)
2. Dana 44 offset rear with 11” brakes w/4:88 gears and a power lock, full float with 27 spline Warn hubs
3. Early 80’s DJ frame with outboard rear YJ leaf springs and Rancho 3” front springs, shackle reversal
4. New drive shafts
5. 1979 229 Chevy v6 injected on propane
6. t-18 granny low Ford transmission mated to Spicer 18 transfer case
7. 67 Jeepster front clip
8. 76 CJ5 tub
9. Warn 8000# upright winch
10. Power steering
11. Recent Best top
12. Toyo Open Country’s 35×13.50r15lt on custom offset steel rock crusher wheels
13. Wiring harness, 16 circuit, purchased from THE JEEP GUY here in Portland
14. 3 propane fuel tanks, 2 mounted + a spare
15. Permanent Oregon SP tags, can and will drive on the street, but in limited amounts with these tags
16. And much too much more to list

Here’s what needs to be finished;
1. Needs to have a roll cage built
2. Needs exhaust redone
3. Has some minor electrical gremlins searched out

This Jeep has been on most of the trails at Moab, Rubicon, Fordyce, Barrett Lake, and Browns Camp to name a few. This Jeep has been a constant work in progress for me for the last 25 years or so, but time to move on. Really need to get $5000 out of this, but cash talks so make me an offer. Would consider trades for nice FSJ, Hot Rod, Rat Rod, Drag race parts, Dually, AMC’s, Car Trailer, or anything else you have I might find of interest. I work odd hours but I’m available from 9 in the evening till about 9 in the morning at 503-784-1622 during the week and all weekend. Leave a message or email and I’ll get back to you. My email address is thigh19@comcast.net and check out more pictures at http://thigh190.tripod.com/id13.html Keep in mind that this is an almost completed project. Will loan out a tow bar if needed.”

http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/1631558059.html

UPDATE:  Price now $3400.

This includes an Overdrive.

(02/15/10) “1957 Jeep CJ Willys with Small Block Chevy, warn overdrive in great condition, Original Paint, no rust, new tires, new brakes, tow bar, also comes with carson top, great for hunting. $2500 OBO.  Call Mark (559) 994-0238.”

http://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/1618742267.html

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.

This appears to be an excellent price on a running CJ-5 with an OD, a full rollcage and a winch (though the winch is having an electrical issue).

“1960 (Orig Year) CJ5 Willys Jeep that has been customized for Off-Road Use. Added are Rebuilt Ford 289 Small Blk (V8) engine (approx 5,000 miles on rebuilt) with a T-90 3spd Full-Overdrive Transmission (3 stick adjustment, like the old Tractor Trailers — has overdrive to every gear, including reverse, so 6 forward gears). This vehicle is low geared enough to climb a hillside that the BFGoodrich All-Terrain tires (only 10k miles used), and you can walk it up from the outside. Painted 3 years ago and although not perfect, good enuf for off-road, with twin 7-gal fuel tanks. Added Bucket seats with heavy-duty Seat covers (seats are a little torn), Buick Tilt & Power Steering, New WIndshield and Wipers. Offroad lights and 10k lb Warn Winch. It would be a great project vehicle, as there is always little things to tinker with, but the only two issues to mention: 1> the big bucket seats and old military jeep frame don’t allow real big men too much comfort, so a larger person might want to switch out the seats; and 2> the warn winch is having electrical problems and I had the armiture looked at, but they told me it is part of the electrical relay or component in the winch, so I have not fixed that.  I am motivated to sell, and I know the value of this in excellent collectors shape would bring $5k, but I am willing to go half ($2500) or a near best offer.”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.

There appears to be plenty of parts, but I can’t tell if they are all there.  Note this does have stock reversed front springs.

“Picked this Willys up in Vegas last year. It has clear Nv title as a 1959, after some research it turns out to be a 1955, easy fix. Went to Willys Overland web site with vin and figured it out.  I believe everything is here. I have a small shed with loads of parts that go with the CJ, carb, dist, seats, 2 windshield frames 1 with glass, gauges, 2 stearing columns, soft top, soft doors, grill with lights & turn signals, floor panels, skid plate, trailer hitch, bolts & screws and CJ builders book.  It has a 350 GM crate motor mounted, with trany, transfer case, missing front drive shaft. Drive shaft should be aval. from Border parts in Spring Valley. Motor I was told has 15,000 miles on it, I have not had it running, turns by hand”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800

“Up for sale is my ’62 CJ-5, affectionately know as the JEEPAPILLAR!!!! It has a 8000lb Ramsey winch on the front A lifting boom and tow bar”

This sounds like a good price on a CJ with new tires and brakes. There’s a couple things that puzzle me.  The reversed springs in the front and the M-38a1 dash would suggest, well, a M-38a1; However, the serial number suggests a CJ-5.

“64 CJ Willys jeep. Runs and drives great, New brakes and tires this winter. Not much has been done with this jeep as I have no time. Job transfer is forcing the sale, We dive this jeep about three times a month and almost everytime it snows in the winter..”

http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=218&ad=9568363&lpid=&cat=402