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UPDATE: A reader noted that this has already sold
It is very rare to see one of these in such poor condition.
“Elvis owned one. 1960 Pink surrey gala jeep. Condition restorable original parts. Bought in May 1978. odometer reading 20,000. Engines apart but complete. $3,ooo or best offer.”
I’d like some better pics of this. I don’t think the pics do this justice.
“RED WILLY JEEP. RARE DISPATCHER DJ3 ALL ORIGINAL. RUNS GOOD. SOFT TOPS INCLUDED. IF INTERESTED YOU CAN CALL ME @ 209 535-7173.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000
At least it runs. It might be a mish-mash of parts or simply the wrong title, which explains the ’61 date also.
“1961 Willys Jeep. Jeep runs but has slight knocking. Bought as a rebuild project six months ago but never got the time.. Stout machine.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
This might be a very good deal. Note: the engine needs work..
“You are looking at a 1959 Cj-3a. Body is in good shape..there is a new gas tank, fuel pump, coil-over shocks and other small items. I have the frame for the top which will go with the jeep. It needs seats..( I do have the frames that was in it when I bought it ) .. The original 134 L-head engine is complete but does not run…it will turn over. It has a bad rod..but it is an easy rebuild..All parts can be bought from Turner 4-Wheel in Canton. This is a great restorable jeep or a great hunting jeep. All the electrical works and the 4-wheel drive works. For you jeep guys—–it is a 1959 body..looks like a DJ though..but it is on 4-wheel chasis. The vin # is a ’59 DJ.. look at the pics”
UPDATE: Was $500. **SOLD**
I think this needs a little work. DJ-3A?
“40’s model dj-2a flatfender willys jeep. complete body (tub is pretty rusty but fenders and grill are in pretty good shape). flathead 4cyl engine (disassembled but complete, comes with new clutch and pressure plate). frame and axles all still together.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $550.
This looks in great shape. A DJ body in this good of condition isn’t easy to find.
“Willys flatfender style steel body with flip forward fiberglass hood/fenders. Comes as shown in pics without seatbelt harness. Pretty straight, very slight surface rust, no scaling. Not perfect but could be with some tlc, or use as it as is. Perfect for your project. No title/no frame. No other jeep parts. May entertain trades. Looking for a trailer for quads or hauling cars/trash. Price is firm. Thanks fer lookin'”
I’m not sure if this is actually a Surrey or not, but it’s definitely a 2 Wheel Drive DJ-3A.
“Up for bid is a Surrey Gala pink Willys Jeep. I do not know an exact year the Jeep was made (the year I put above was a guess). The Jeep was painted over but there is still lots of pink showing all over. The Jeep runs. Carburetor needs rebuilding it runs way to rich and leaks gas. The gas tank has rust in it and clogs up fuel filters. Column shifter is broken at top of shift handle. I have been shifting with vice grips, transmission shifts good and appears to have had been rebuilt, dope looks brand new and case has been cleaned to bare metal. Seat frames are very solid and springs seem in very good shape, steering wheel has some cracks in it. The windshield glass is broken and the windshield frame is very solid but it has some rust spots, the hood hinge was broken and somebody put screws in it. Bowl for air filter is missing. A hole for a radio was cut into dash. The body tub only has two holes rusted through, one on the right side at the body support above the fender step and the left side at top of wheelwell underneath a roll bar that was in it…. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
Here’s an unusual find. I can’t quite tell how good of condition it is in. It sure looks like it is hidden in some kind of tall barn?
“This is a real Gala 1959 flatfender, VERY RARE this one still has a few places you can see the HOT PINK factory paint! tail gate DELETE body, have winshield frame +glass mint! Have Reg., frame is sand blasted in DP-40 no drive train, I got rid of it 25 yrs ago,$3000.00”
I have to say I find it frustrating when professional sellers make mistakes with the history of the jeep like RM Auctions. You can read their interpretation of jeep history here. This will be a no reserve auction on August 14, 2009.
“60 hp, 134 cu. in. inline L-head four-cylinder engine, three-speed synchromesh transmission with floor-mounted gearshift, Hypoid semi-floating rear axle, four-wheel hydraulic brakes. Wheelbase: 80”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500
“1960 Willys Jeep. Rebuilt motor and good body. Needs some work. $1600 or will trade for truck or car.
UPDATE: Last listed in 2009. The bumper appears Surreyish.
(07/13/2009) This has been family owned for it’s entire life.
“1948 WILLYS CJ2A PURCHASED BY MY PARENTS NEW IN NOV 15TH 1948. BODY IN VERY GOOD CONDITION. ENGINE PONTIAC 4 CL
1980 WITH VERY LOW MILES, RUNS GOOD.
USED ON FARM, DRIVEN VERY LITTLE.
PARENTS BOUGHT NEW FORD IN 1950..
I LEARNED TO DRIVE IN THIS WILLYS IN THE EARLY 1950’S.
IT HAS BEEN IN SOUTH FLORDIA SINCE 1982, ONLY DRIVEN TO THE BEACH A FEW TIMES. IT HAS A LOT OF SENTIMENTAL MEMORIES. 64 YEARS OLD.
IN VERY GOOD CONDITION. $5995 OR BEST OFFER.
PLEASE PUT 1948 WILLYS IN RESPONSE OR I WILL NOT RESPOND, THANK YOU. ”
http://fortmyers.craigslist.org/lee/cto/3013295434.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $30,000
“This 1960 Willys Jeep DJ Gala Edition Soft Top Coupe features a 4 cyl cyl Gasoline engine. It is equipped with a 3 speed manual transmission. The vehicle is Pink with a Pink Vinyl interior. It is offered As-Is, extended warranty is available. AM-FM, Wheels, Vinyl Interior Surface – Contact Eric Lotz at 910-815-1055 x2 or sales@fleetleaseremarketing.com for more information.”
It looks like it has surface rust, but nothing indicates rust that’s too terrible.
“1957 Willys. 4X4 with original 4cyl. RUNS. Needs some TLC. 3spd std with Hi and Lo range. Serious buyers only.”
UPDATE: Was $41,500. **SOLD**
This might be the same one that was for auction on eBay.
“This 1963 DJ-3 has been restored to better than new condition and is beyond perfect in every respect. It is powered by Jeeps rugged little 134 cubic inch inline four-cylinder engine with three-speed manual transmission. More importantly it is festively finished in Flaming Pink and White with a Pink and White striped surrey top and spare tire cover. It is cheeky cute cheerful and fabulously restored.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200
“Willy’s jeep, body straight, 3 speed manual tranny, no motor, 4 wheel drive, new tires, roll cage, lock out hubs, clear title, tow bar, all instruments work, $1200 obo.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.
This might have some possibilities.
“DJ 3A delivery jeep. Was originally 2 wheel drive but converted to 4×4. Have original running gear. Runs but needs seats. Body in very good condition. $1,200.00 O.B.O.”
It looks pretty stock, has no engine and sports a column shift.
“Im cleaning out the barns for the spring, here is a 1956 Willys DJ-3A. Has the column shift, with factory hard top, and sliding doors. No Engine, has transmission, and all correct column shift parts. Body is in decent shape with some surface rust, and a little on the floors. Call Brandon at 412-818-9570 or email me….lets talk. Engine that is in pics does not come with, it is an incorrect engine.”
Note the large round speedometer. This is likely a DJ-3A body with a tailgate. This is rare enough to be worth a closer look.
“Includes running gear. $500 OBO Call 509-865-2886”
There are a TON of great pictures of this Surrey. I don’t think I’ve seen this Surrey listed previously, but I might have missed it; it looks like no expense was spared in it’s restoration.
“Purchaced by Wayne Davis because his wife liked the way it looked, this Gala-Surrey was purchaced at a small Jeep dealer in Cleveland, Texas, a full restoration began with an unlimited budget. The car was brought back to its original color scheme of pink and white as no detail was overlooked. The end result revealed a car ready for any show. Contact Jose at 281 497 1000 with questions about this Jeep”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000
“This Jeep has been 95% restored. All the mechanics was done by Edgewater Jeep and the paint was done by Sunshine Custom Paint. All the chrome was done by Collins Custom Plating (including the pot medal) and there is a lot of chrome including engine parts. This is a great Jeep to have. It is 2WD (not 4WD) drive. The Jeep has “3 on-the-tree”, left hand seating. This is NOT a postal Jeep. It has the “I” beam front axle, which is the old school Jeep”
UPDATE: **SOLD**
I include this jeep as it’s a rare example, in my opinion, of a DJ-3A with a tailgate. I’ve heard these existed, but hadn’t had picture proof until I saw this one. The thing that clued me in was the large speedometer. Once I saw that, I went back and read the description.
“For Sale is my 1955-1964 DJ3A/CJ2A/CJ3A combo Jeep that I use on my Farm for general weekly transportation over the last several years. Jeep is stored inside my barn at all times on my farm. If you are looking for a show vehicle with matching numbers this is not the ride for you. However, if you are looking for a good solid original Willys flat fender Jeep driver for general use, read on. All body parts except the tool box are original Willys manufacture. Body tub, fenders, hood, tailgate, and front grill are original DJ3A that have had a paint job using Mil Standard Sherwin Williams OD CARC paint. Body tub is solid as the DJ3A had a full hard top which protected it from the normal weather related rust experienced by most soft top Willys vehicles…..”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“This jeep has led a pampered life and shows only 11,255 on the odometer. The previous long time owner signed the title as ACTUAL miles. I do not have any other records or documentation of the miles and it is sold today as “Miles Exempt”. Looking at the body, and original interior it appears to be a valid claim. The Jeep was painted and it looks great. We had a reliable long time Jeep Mechanic go over the car and bring the Jeep to safe operating condition based on the previous long term Museum style storage. It runs and drives GREAT!!!”
UPDATE: This DJ-3A is back for round 2 of eBay. An opening bid of $2250 has been made. Reserve has not been met.
This is a nice looking DJ-3A. I’m a little surprised that at an opening bid of $2500 there are no bids.
“Willys Jeep. Antique. Hard top with sliding doors very rare. NOT A POSTAL JEEP. Has standard left hand drive. 3 speed on the column. 2 wheel Drive. Perfect vehicle to refurbish. Came from out west. 50,000 miles 4 cylinder flat head. New brake master cylinder. Was just painted and did some upgrading…”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
“1958/62 Willys DJ-3A (Dispatcher) 2WD Jeep. This jeep is a 1962 open body DJ3A. Tagged & titled as a 1958 DJ3A. Included is the original 1962 SN tag w/Jeep in case you wish to have new title issued by your state DMV. 1962 SN Tag does match number stamped on frame. actual mileage unknown. Jeep runs & drives good w/good power from RMC M38 military motor. I have no information on engine as far as amount of miles on it or any work done to it. Recently had mechanic installed new head gasket & he stated motor looked great inside for used eng.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3700.
Here’s an unusual find. It appears to be a pretty stock DJ-3A. It looks to be in very good condition. If it’s running and no rust, I’d say this is a great collector piece.
“1959 Willys Jeep. Antique. Hard top with sliding doors very rare. NOT A POSTAL JEEP. Has standard left hand drive. 3 speed on the column. Very little rust. Came from out west. 50,000 miles 4 cylinder flat head . New brake master cylinder.”
