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Marc spotted this unsual DJ-3A. The back has been extended and the dash contains a glovebox, but otherwise there’s lots of DJ-3A elements here. I didn’t know there were DJ-3A ambulances. Anyone ever seen one?
“Fully equipped DJ3A ambulance, well restored over the past years, very good technical condition, new tyres, good condition canvas softtop, etc…”
http://www.e-mobile.lv/en/details/155140564
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This has been converted to 4WD and has an updated dash and motor. It looks like the work is pretty good.
“You are bidding on a Restored Frame Off 1960 Willys Jeep with many Upgrades. Drivetrain Upgrades include a Buick V-6 built for Jeep, 3 Speed Manual Transmission, Transfer Case, Warn Overdrive, Both Differentials, Springs and Shocks taken from a 1976 CJ5. Body is Painted Aqua Marine with Dupont Centari Acrylic Enamel. Seats are Re-Upholstered with Black Naugahyde. Also included is a Bimini Top. All in All this 1960 is sharp in appearance and Runs and Drives Excellent.VIN: 5633716766 (more more on eBay)”
UPDATE: Was priced at $6500. Status Unknown.
(05/12/2012) This looks like a very nice jeep. Based on the location of the gas inlet in the back, I’m going to guess this started life as a DJ-3A.
“New 350 Chevy crate engine
rebuilt 350 turbo
Power steering
New power brakes
Detroit Lockers front and rear
8000lb winch
Towbar”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was for auction.
Josh spotted this auction. It takes place March 22-24, 2013. This is the Jade Tint Green/Glacier White color scheme. It is too bad the engine doesn’t look in better shape.
UPDATE: Was ‘For Trade’. **SOLD**
This seller has not put the title into his name yet. This appears in good shape.
“I have a 1957 Willys DJ3A i would like to trade for a different project (i would like to get a 50s ford, chevy or dodge truck but will look at all), I have the original title in hand, i have not put it into my name yet because i was not sure what i was going to do with it and thought being the second owner of a rig meant something anyhow the Willys runs and drives, when i got it he started to convert it to 12 volt so it now runs and charges 12v but all the lights are still 6 volt so it will need to be rewired for 12v. it has min rust on the hood only the tub and rest of the body is straight with out rust. every thing other than the 12v system is original equipment. let me know what you have to trade, i would sell it but i cant seem to find a value on line for this to set a price so i will only trade for fear of getting the short end of the stick or giving someone els the short end.”
UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**
One of the strange mods is the installation of the fuel neck in the floor of the rear cargo area. Lots of pics on eBay.
“1957 Jeep Willys: Manual Transmission, 3 On The Tree, Original Flat Head Motor, Runs Great, All Lights And Horn Work, Very Fun To Drive”
This looks nice, but has been converted to 4WD.
“Parts from CJ3A fit
New Warren Hubs
Electronic ignition
electric fuel pump
Entire drive train in good condition
Runs good- in excellant condition.
No rust”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/cto/3257524555.html
UPDATE: This is back on eBay
(01/16/2011) “This is a 1956 Willy’s Dispatcher (DJ-3A) It has been completely restored from the frame up. It is a 4-cyl, 2-wheel drive, 3-speed on column and has 6 volt electrical system. Frame, wheels, rear, front I beam, cross members, bumpers, and most brackets are powder coated. Engine and trans were rebuilt. Has new wiring harness, seats, steering wheel, carpet, door glass. Almost every part was serviced or replaced. All exterior bolts are stainless steel. The only thing that is not working at the present time is the sending unit in gas tank. It is new but when I drained the gas tank to fix a fuel leak, the sending unit stuck on empty. I also removed the horn to paint and powder coat. There was so much work done it was too much to list, please feel free to ask questions. Original mileage is 8287; roughly 300 miles of this is since restore was completed. This vehicle is not inspected due to being registered in PA as a classic vehicle…it is not required.”
View all the information on eBay
Buz spotted this nice DJ-3A used by the Look Park Police in Florence, MA, from 1957 to 1986.
You can see more images of it here: http://policecarwebsite.net/yet/rwcar4s/lookpark.html
This DJ-3A was also mentioned in a cj2apage forum as well.
This picture was taken early this year by CTROADDOG and posted to FLICKR.
UPDATE: Back on eBay
(05/03/2012) I wish the pictures were better.
“1959 Willys Jeep Blue. 12K original miles. Two owner from new, comes with a lot of documents. Absolutely beautifully restored. Contact for more photos.”
View all the pics and info on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $19,900
Glenn notes that this appears to have a DJ-3A body.
“OBO.
Jeep — Flat Fender Willys.
Almost new everything
Dana 60 rear end; Open knuckle 30 front, Both rebuilt by WFO
New seats, tilt wheel.
Rebuilt 289 with an RV Cam
Very Fast!!!!!!
Complete Rhinoline”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500
(05/23/2012) “The jeep is in great running condition, and still has the original L-134 inline four cylinder that starts right up and drives, no problems. The jeep shifts three on the tree. Two wheel drive. Shows 97 miles on the odometer. Always stored inside and the condition reflects that. It was partially restored by the previous owner, and received new paint and upholstery. Tires are in great shape. Let me know if you would like to come and see it.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
“1956 FLAT FENDER WILLYS CJ: 4 cyl Flathead. Tub is in great shape.”
UPDATE: Back on eBay. Was recently listed for $43,000 on Craigslist.
“A full and complete body off frame restoration was performed several years ago with a “cost no object” budget and completed the same way a high caliber major concours classic would have been done. It features its F-Head “Lightning” four- cylinder engine, three speed manual transmissionThis is truly the best one of these vehicles you could find”
http://newyork.craigslist.org/fct/ctd/3058817309.html
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1963-Willys-DJ3-Jeep-Surrey-Jolly-Pink-/261040974719?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item3cc7412b7f
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3900
“1960 Jeep Dispatcher 4X4
Here is a little Dispatcher for sale. I have removed the hardtop and doors right now, but they can easily be put back on in about an hour or less. It has a 4 cylinder flathead and 3 speed floor shift. Nice HD winch, heater, excellent tires. Tow bar included. Runs great. Lots of fun!
Price: $3,900
Location: British Columbia, Canada”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.
This was for sale in Oregon for a while. Much more info here.
“1960 DJ3A Chevy V6 Automatic. Showcar condition.”
I received an email from Paul the other day and the subject read ‘Refreshing’. One quick look at the picture in the email explained what he meant (see the 1st picture below).
Yep, that is one pretty jeep!
Using the keyword “Wailea” I started tracking down more pictures of it. It turns out Colin has a couple of them too, as does a friend of his. So, here are a few of this jeep that is still owned by the Wailea Hotel in Maui (boy, after today’s cold weather, Maui is sounding awfully nice!)
More pictures I found on the internet:
And from Colin, you can see the jeep prior to the stenciling:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3800
(08/29/2011) It looks solid.
“2 WHEEL DRIVE, TITLE IN HAND, EXCELLENT CONDITION, 3 SPEED ON THE COLUMN, FLAT HEAD FOUR CYLINDER, TIRES LIKE NEW, EXCELLENT BRAKES, NEW WHEEL CYLINDERS. I HAVE A HIGH BACK SEAT TO MOUNT IN BACK. EXCELLENT FOR FOR RIDING AROUND AT DEER CAMP OR A GOOD FARM/RANCH JEEP. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
This appears in good shape.
“1964 Willys Jeep DJ3A. This is a hard to find 2 wheel drive jeep. It is in great shape. New brakes , tires and exhaust. Has a toyota engine and 4 speed transmission. This is a rare flat fender Jeep. One of the last ones built with the old body style. Runs well .and drives great. Body is in good shape.”
This comes with emergency brake blocks (check front wheels).
“This is a totally rebuilt and customized 1959 Willys CJ3. I bought this for my wife several years ago and she is too petite to drive it. The engine & transfer case were rebuilt. Frame is clean and coated, no rust. It has a fiberglass tub and stainless fasteners, metal hood. 2″ lift kit. 2 sets of fog lights. Custom front and rear bumper that holds spare tire, two Jerry Cans and Jack. Front bumper has mounts for tow bar. Electronic ignition, point & parts included. Electric wipers. There is an alloy fuel cell installed in the rear seat area. I also have a gas tank that will fit underneath if you want to install a rear seat that I will throw in. Have manuals also. The top is brand new. Custom bucket seats with competition seat belts. This is a very clean Willys, the only rust is on the rims where the water lays when it gets wet. I have over $7400 invested. Asking $6800.00 or best offer. No low ball offers. I don’t need to give it away. A must see to appreciate, you won’t find another one like this one. Feel free to ask question, I will help anyway I can. Email or Call 724 263 2404”
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/2643602243.html
UPDATE: Back on eBay. Colin exchanged emails with the seller and learned this is a very early DJ-3A, as it is the 92nd DJ3A built in late 1955.
This is a nice DJ-3A that was found on the CJ-3B Page.
“Nice clean jeep. No rust… Been in the family scenes the mid 60s . All stock 4cyl rebuilt with only @ 100 miles on it. 3-speed transmission on the column. This Jeep is stock all but tail lights and air cleaner, which I have both to include in sale… 2 Wheel drive…. Great for around town to the post office and back. Hate to let it go must move on…”
This is listed over at Hemmings.
“A full and complete body off frame was performed several years ago with a “cost no object” budget and completed the same way a high caliber major concours classic would have been done.”
http://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/dealer/willys/unspecified/1222097.html?refer=rss
Here’s an unusually modified DJ. It might not take a whole lot to change it back to original.
“1959 DJ willys , this was originally a delivery jeep when first manufactured ,this jeep has been modified with adding 4wheeel drive axel in front ,and closing in door openings at bottom . their are two seats for the front only one shown in pictures . I have original top but it is not painted to match rest of jeep, their are no doors that come with it. flat head 4cylinder runs great and transmision and brakes work perfect. new super swamper tires and nice aluminum rims. $3750.00
#812 617 1858”
http://evansville.craigslist.org/cto/2545159221.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“This Jeep “Surrey” has ridiculously low mileage – only 1780 miles in over 50 years! Pale pink exterior, original striped soft top (with fringe!) All original body – and rust free!”
Wow. This is a fun looking DJ-3A! The price looks pretty good too.
“1966 Flat Fender Willy’s Jeep 2wd Good condition and super fun to ride around in and have fun!!”
http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/cto/2492615059.html
