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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.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3900
I haven’t run across very many DJ-3As in running condition. It looks like it would be very restorable. See the text from the old Aug 1, 2008, craigslist ad below —
“1960 DJ3A Willys Jeep, two wheel drive, three on the tree, brand new best top, new clutch, new brake master cylinder, new ties, new coil, 134 inch flat heatergen, 95135 miles.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $550
It says it’s never been used, but it looks like the front clip was ready to be installed. If it is in as good as shape as advertised, then this is a great price.
“Willy’s Jeep CJ2A, CJ3A, or MB Fiberglass Tub with Steel Fenders, grill, & tailgate. It’s never been used, no cracks – good shape! Also has a fiberglass tailgate included. There is a frame included if you want it.”
UPDATE: Was $1800. **SOLD**
“I have a 1961 willys DJ3a that has military running gear. The body is in very good shape and the flat head 4 runs extremely well. Has very good oil pressure, does not smoke, drives very good for a 61 willys. The body is sanded down because i was going to paint it to get rid of the cheesy camo paint job that was on it. I have 150 dollars of slate grey metallic paint primer, and reducer and what not that will go with the willys for the right price. Please call and make an offer i am a very motivated seller, I need to get the jeep out of my buddies barn. “
On first glance this looks almost brand new. But, on a closer look I realized someone couldn’t resist modifying it by changing the windshield. At first, I thought the windshield was raised and attached to an added bracket; however, after looking at more pictures, I’d say someone tried to make a CJ-3B windshield fit on it. On such a rare and good looking jeep, I can only wonder why??
“This ultra rare 5000-mile documented original 1963 Willys spent the majority of it`s life on a golf course in Florida. It is believed to be one of the few Surrey Gala models. At some point in it’s life it has had a color change and top upgrade. For the last 15 years it has been part of a private collection. It has never been offered for sale before. It is in excellent mechanical condition and presents beautifully.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $750
“1962 DJ-3A Willys Jeep Dispatcher,4 CYL, 3 speed column shift, needs total restoration, ran fine when parked. Purchased the Jeep roughly 26 years ago. Was my daily driver for years. My son’s classmates used to call him GI Joe when I dropped him off to school. Wanted to restore it with my son but 1 home and 3 children later, he just doesn’t have the time. Title states that it is a 1954 but the vin number says that it is a 1962.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“BOUGHT BY FATHER 12 YEARS AGO, STORED LAST 5 YRS, TAKEN OUT APPROXIMATELY 3 TIMES A YEAR FOR CASUAL USE OR JUST TO CLEAN
WHEN PURCHASED, FRAME UP RESTORATION, BUT DID NOT TOUCH BODY, ORIGINALLY WAS PINK BUT WHEN PURCHASED RED IN COLOR, REBUILT MOTOR, PUT IN NEW BREAKS, WHEEL CYCLINDERS, BRAKE LINES, MASTER CYCLINDERS, TIRES, SHOCKS,SAND BLASTED, PRIMERED AND PAINTED EVERYTHING. THERE IS A SOFT TOP AND DOORS INCLUDED, SEE PICTURES”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
” Condition – Used. Good condition. “Jeep C” is painted in script of the door. Repairable approx 2″ tear in Willys roof. Visor hem is loose. Roof is Cerulean and white stripes. Fringe, seats, roll down/up windows are in good condition. Expected paint wear on pedals. Hub caps are cerulean blue with “W” in the chrome. Has spare tire with cover. Stored in self-contained Car-Mate (PA) It has a side door, roof window and ramp. Car-Mate is included in the price to tow your surrey. Important: Gallery picture is generic. My Willys has black side steps, not blue!
Features: All original as far as I am aware. Windows, braces, visor, steps and keys are in the vehicle. Frame and serial numbers match. Plate is on fire wall. NOTE: Historical records on surreys are sketchy. According to hand written notes from factory 1959-1960 start and end numbers are 16643-19367…..”
UPDATE: Very stock late model DJ-3A. It’s missing the gas tank inlet in some of the pics. The August 2017 auction ended at a high bid of $3300.
“THIS RARE 1964 WILLYS DJ-3A DISPATCHER JEEP IS PART OF A LARGE COLLECTION OF ORIGINAL WILLYS JEEPS THAT HAVE BEEN IN STORAGE FOR THE PAST 40 YEARS, AND JUST NOW BEING OFFERED FOR SALE.
THE WILLYS DISPATCHER WAS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN 1955 AND 1965…ONLY 13,600 UNITS WERE PRODUCED OVER THE TEN YEAR PRODUCTION, AND MOST OF THOSE HAVEN’T SURVIVED….SEVERAL MODELS OF THE DJ-3A WERE OFFERED, THIS RARE ENCLOSED MODEL BEING ONE OF THEM. THESE HARD TOP VERSIONS WERE USED PRIMARILY FOR BUSINESSES AS DELIVERY VEHICLES, AND ALSO WERE UTILIZED BY THE US POSTAL SERVICE.
THIS PARTICULAR JEEP WAS NOT A POSTAL JEEP, HOWEVER. THIS IS AN EXCELLENT ALL ORIGINAL RARE EXAMPLE, WHICH STILL HAS ITS ORIGINAL FACTORY PAINT, ORIGINAL SEATS AND SEAT COVERS, AND ALL BODY AND MECHANICAL PARTS . THIS JEEP HAS THE POPULAR 134.2 CUBIC INCH 4 CYLINDER L HEAD ENGINE, AND MANUAL 3 SPEED COLUMN SHIIFT TRANSMISSION.
IT ALSO HAS THE OPTIONAL HEAVY DUTY HEATER AND WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER…..GREAT FOR THOSE COLD WINTER MONTHS…… IT HAS NO BODY DAMAGE ANYWHERE.…. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO THIS JEEP. IT IS STILL AS IT WAS WHEN DELIVERED FROM THE FACTORY……IT HAS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED …. IT STARTS AND RUNS GREAT, HAS ONLY 20420 MILES ON THE ODOMETER.”
