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1960 DJ-3A Surrey Sun Valley, CA B-a-T Auction

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John shared this Surrey that has been sprayed with a lighter coat of paint. I discovered I have pics of this from at least a decade ago that were part of Bruce Agan’s archives, so it’s been this color for a while.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1960-willys-dj3a-surrey

“This 1960 Willys DJ-3A Surrey is one of a reported 1,000 examples produced between 1959 and 1964, and approximately 200 of the 1,800 miles shown were added since the vehicle was purchased by the seller in 2011. The body has been repainted light pink, and it features 15″ steel wheels, a rear-mounted spare tire, and chrome bumpers as well as vinyl upholstery that matches the pink- and white-striped removable top, spare tire cover, and sides. Power is from a 134ci inline-four paired with a column-shifted three-speed manual transmission. Now showing 1,800 miles, this Surrey is offered in California with an owner’s manual, original sales paperwork, and a clean Montana title in the name of the seller’s business.”

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Year? DJ-3A? Madera, CA $5000

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This is listed as a 1956, but the dash is not a DJ-3A, though the body does lack a normal driver’s side fuel inlet. Not sure how much value is here.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1177264753267722

“56 Jeep Willys project Jeep, extra parts for project. $5,000 or best offer. Not looking to trade. Serious inquiries only.”

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Other jeeps

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A few others for sale:
1) 1948 CJ-2A Mansfield, OH: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/431243769383057
2) 1948 CJ-2A Washington Court House, OH $2000: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/999829295162853
3) 1945? CJ-2A Shelbyville, KY $2500: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/999829295162853
4) 1946 CJ-2A North Webster, IN $3500: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1198176738158481
5) 1962 Wagon Covington, OH $3000: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/518390444108807
6) 1948 Jeepster Medway, OH $1995: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/892547956071158/
7) 1947 CJ-2A Waterford, PA $2000: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1051265303019993
8) 1961 DJ-3A Surrey Windsor, PA $3500: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1217921229660066/

 
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1942 MB / DJ-3A Friday Harbor, WA $7500

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(07/12/2023) The chassis looks MB, while the body appears to be from a DJ-3A.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1282098942416621

“1942 Willys 1/4 ton Jeep Flat fender original miles.”

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1957? DJ-3A? Somerset, KY $7500

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Based on the year and the grille, this may have been a DJ-3A.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1048100300276068

“Wicked Willy’s has a Cammed Small block Chevy engine. This thing is straight nasty torque and it will fly. As seen in one pic just put slicks on it and it will pack the wheels. It is also a beast on the street. If you wanna just cruise or go to shows you will get noticed every time. It is street legal and has a title. It is for sale or trade just message or call 60six70six008four.”

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1953 CJ-3A/Truck Lanesborough, MA $15,000

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Andy shared this custom rig. Listed as a 1953 CJ-3A, it appears the body was formerly a DJ-3A (mostly likely a 1956 based on the 0-8 speedometer). It also has a DJ-3A convertible windshield.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1406853096655136

“1953 CJ3A Truck, lots of new parts, recent build, Drivetrain is Buick 225 v6 Dauntless Oddfire out of a 1960’s CJ5. Starts, runs, and drives good, will go 65, 4×4 high low with locking hubs, rear PTO winch, very cool head turner. NY transferable registration, looking for offers cash or check. Not really looking for trades except Ford Broncos or sick rat rods, diesel trucks. $15,000 or best offer, I’ll drive it to your house”

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1963 DJ-3A Surrey Southampton, MA $1400

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Not a whole lot of value here.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1524534158144898

“Surrey jeep no drivetrain. Was converted to v8 4wd, hood was cut for the v8 exhaust. Frame is in nice shape except front round crossmember was cut out for v8 to fit. Has original steering column with shifter brackets, no shifter. Center gauge in nice shape shows 35816 miles. Under dash heater is their condition unknown. Fuel tank in nice shape with filler neck, was being used with previous motor. It’s titled 1963. Can help load with forks $1400 obo.”

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1957 DJ-3A Blacksburg, VA $1200

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $1200.

(08/02/2024) Chris is selling this DJ-3A.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/880849104098047

“1957 Willys Jeep DJ. No title. Engine included with T96 transmission. Rare column shift. Body is rough in places. Frame decent shape. This unique rig is restorable and would make a great project. Harrison heater, original crank handle and all four original four lug wheels. All wheels roll easily for loading. Engine condition unknown. Two hard doors included. Will not respond to Is this still available. Please no trades and I’m not parting out.”

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Year? CJ-2A/DJ-3A Mauertown, VA $4000

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The frame horns suggest this is a CJ-2A chassis topped with a DJ-3A body and hardtop.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1044057557313280

“Willy’s jeep. Needs work. Lots of good parts. Have title.”

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Unusual DJ-3A Hardtop Modification

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Tim shared this pic on Facebook (not for sale). It shows a jeep with a DJ-3A body and, possibly, a CJ-5 hardtop, both with a custom extension, atop a four wheel drive chassis. He plans to talk to the owner to learn more about it.

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1959 DJ-3A Surrey Grand Rapids, MI $19,900

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It looks in great shape.

View all the information on eBay

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“GR Auto Gallery is pleased to bring to market this gorgeous and freshly restored 1959 Willys DJ3a for your consideration. This example is powered by its original L134 “Go Devil” engine paired with a 3 speed on the three manual transmission. This Surrey tribute is not documented as a Surrey but before its restoration at had some parts leading towards evidence of it being one including chrome rear bumper, Willys hubcaps, round dry air filter, front frame cover and steps.
During the restoration the top was new, carburetor was rebuilt, complete brake system was addressed and the drums were turned, the frame was redone and finished with POR15, the gas tank was also cleaned and sealed POR15 tank sealer, new exhaust, new shocks, new tires.”

 
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DJ-3A Axle and Wheels Pahrump, NV $60

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UPDATE: Still Available. Now on FB Marketplace. 

Looks like a good price for these hard to find parts.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/227689400988963

“Original cast iron 2wd front axle out of a 60s willys DJ3a delivery jeep
Perfect for a sand jeep,gasser or rat rod build
Pahrump 89048
Local pickup only”

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4 DJ-3A Gala Photos from Las Brisas on eBay

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The seller wants $59 for this, which seems a bit crazy, but the reason these photos caught my eye is that they show DJ-3A Galas crossing entering (crossing?) the water. Unclear whether this was for fun, for experience or a purpose. It may be some kind of beach-based road that floods at high tide? No description provided.

View all the information on eBay

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1958 DJ-3A Cumming, GA $8500

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(02/18/2024) Unclear if the doors aren’t installed or missing entirely.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/216369894835139

“1958 Willys Run good. It had a restoration many years ago. Possible trade. Pm. For details”

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1957 DJ-3A/CJ-3A(?) Suffield, CT $2000

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John shared what looks to be a DJ-3A body on a CJ-3A chassis.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/941815087396955/

“Selling this amazing non running survivor A CJ 3 with original unmolested drivetrain Engine turns with a wrench Gears move freely Brand new frame!! Tub in poor condition , but fixable No title or tags But everything can be done( I ll Tell you how I did my CJ 2!)”

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1963 DJ-3A Surrey Colchester, CT $1400

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This looks to be a DJ-3A converted to 4WD, among other changes. Has a Kelly hardtop. Thanks to John for sharing it.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/334996699072261/

“Runs, drives, stops, plows(kinda). Needs battery. Frame is very solid. Body isnt in very good condition but not horrible and floor is decently solid. Had 290 v8 put in at one point and i have no idea the mileage. It leaks coolant from the radiator cap and hydraulic fluid from one of the plow hoses but you can just take the plow off cause it’s not very useful. I just put a new fuel pump in it. It’s a 3 speed manual that shifts into all gears easily. It’s old as hell so it’s obviously not perfect. I was told that most its life it was just a farm truck. I got it as a project but i have too many going on and need to clear some vehicles off the property. I have the title from the previous owner and bill of sale. Would like it gone sooner rather than later so shoot me an offer. (i have the door for the back but it’s missing a hinge so i took it off)”

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1956 DJ-3A Greenville, SC $7500

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Here’s a pretty complete convertible, though no indication of a top and the top side bits are missing. Given the KS 0-8 speedo, I’d say this is a pretty early one. It’s missing the filler in the back; maybe it no longer has the rear tank?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2615782251930936

“1956 Jeep Willis. Original three speed. Original motor, not four-wheel-drive Flat head 4 cylinder  New paint job  She is an oldie but a goodie! Make on offer, not interested in trades at this time.”

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1956 DJ-3A? JeepRod Calhoun, GA $7500

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $7500.

(04/01/2023) Based on the year and the grille, this may have been a DJ-3A.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/283034517763951

“I have a 56 jeep Willis ratrod!! Has a 5.3 ls with a brand new Aces efi fuel injection system on it with a 7″ digital dash. Th350 Trans ford 9″ rear with a locker fully adjustable coil overs 4link rear Tanaka 4 point harnesses kirkey buckets with padding brand new fuel cell with all pushlock hose from cell to intake brand new us wheel smoothies with brand new tires never been driven on lots of other new parts I’m sure I’m forgetting Needs brakes bled and exhaust ran to be finished had some things come up and need some cash for other things at the moment”

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1956 DJ-3A Gulf Shores, AL $10,000

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The price is a stretch, but this looks to be a convertible DJ-3A. Only one pic provided.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/750125976961654/

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“The Willy has all parts. It began restoration years ago after a death in the family have decided to move on. We have the engine transmission. Everything don’t have much history on the vehicle other than it’s a very complete not much rust”

 
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1956 DJ-3A Branson, MO **SOLD**

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UPDATE: Price dropped to **SOLD** Was $2000.

(01/18/2023) This is an early DJ-3A. It’s a project. It has no engine.

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“1956 Willys DJ3A “The Dispatcher” Slated as a light delivery vehicle this is the first year for this model of Willys. The production number stamped in the frame is 1183 (see pics). This was my dads first vehicle and has been in the family since 1961. As far as I know we were the second owner. I have the original title. It’s a project. I have almost all of the original parts. What is missing is the motor, radiator, and seats. I have three of the original hubcaps. I have two tires on it that do hold air. The floor pans are rusted out. Last time it was on the road was 1973. It does have a factory heater. If you know the DJ’s then you know it is factory 2wd. I also have the doors. This is very difficult to post as I have a long history with this vehicle. Circumstances in life change and sometimes you have to let go of dreams. Ask any questions you want. I have more pics somewhere I will add later.”

 
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1963 DJ-3A Surrey Burlington, CT **Sold**

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update: **Sold** was $700.

Thanks to John for spotting this altered Surrey, changed to 4WD with an extra long nose. Despite the changes, there seems to be some value here.

“1963 Jeep Surrey Gala. Swapped to a 283 v8. Runs strong. 3spd on the floor. Fisher plow. Runs drives stops and plows. Have a title. Bring a battery”

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1961 DJ-3A? Tangent, OR $1200

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This may have a DJ-3A body. Value unclear.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3548812972046462

“Complete project. Comes with extra axles, frame and more parts. Has a 302 in it. I don’t know anything about it. Have title. $1200 for the whole pile Open to trades and possibly parting out”

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Some Jeep Slides on eBay

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Here are some slides with jeeps currently for sale on eBay. The first one is an unusual tour jeep that I hadn’t seen previously. It’s somewhere at least semi-tropical, based on the upper right tree.

1. Here’s an FC-170 setup as a tour jeep. It appears to include a bed-extension on the back.
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2. This slide shows a yellow CJ-5 and a ticket office at Harney Peak Black Hills SD:
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3. This next two slides share images from 1962 of a Maine Forest Service MB. This is slide one:
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4. This is slide two:
year-maine-forest-serice-mb-25. And, finally, this slide shows a rare yellow DJ-3A used by the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce. I don’t have many vintage photos showing a DJ-3A in the original yellow color (though they do appear on several brochures).
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Various CJs/DJs Smithfield, ME

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Glenn’s selling a variety of his projects and parts.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/647906000661982

“FLAT FENDERED & HIGH HOOD CJ3B’s. (7+) I’ve bought too much and just can’t haul ’em in for scrap. Rolling chassis as shown $250 loaded on your hauler,

Usable frame -$100, Differentials- $100 each, F-134 Block- $100 , Radiator – $100, Transfer case $100, little pieces, much already disassembled, if you are building a flat fender CJ2A, CJ3A, DJ3A, CJ3B (1945-1964) you should come by to pick my bones.

Got some nice WILLYS ( AERO) too if you don’t want to build yourself.

Special Equipment stash. PTO Units available. FLAT FENDERS FOREVER. Literature a specialty. Winter Storage and Payment Plans available. Delivery after solid deal available. Some Willys or Farm Tractor trades considered.

Nice original CJ2A now with a Buzz Saw attached. Go to an antique tractor show in style. Just in a nice driver quality DJ3A, a former Baggage Loader CJ3B and a solid CJ3B with rear body extension from NC.”

CJ-2A with rear PTO:
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1957 DJ-3A Desert Hot Springs, CA $1600

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Seller wants it gone. If truly a 1957, then it is a standard DJ-3A, as the Gala/Surrey weren’t introduced until 1959.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/259283013730991/

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“Dropping the price! Want it gone, have to pick up another car and need room on my trailer. Correction 1957 Jeep dj3a.(gala )(surrey) (Not 1946 Jeep cj2). Update 10/28/23 dmv paperwork is being processed and new vin being issued. Just waiting for verification by chp. Model is dj3a and 1957 year of production. These jeeps were also called the surrey model which were used at hotels and resorts. Ive added some pictures of what restored ones can look like. Good project for rat rod, hot rod, restoration or something unique. What you see is what you get. Has a 327 chevy motor but I don’t know if it runs. My uncle had it for several years before he passed away. Selling only no trades. Selling with Bill of sale.$1600 obo. This jeep is 2wd.”