Despite it’s wretched shape, there’s some useful parts on this convertible DJ-3A (not $1500 worth though), including remnants of the convertible top, a topic about which we DJ guys would like to know more.
DJ-3A Research Archives
Garage Sale Various Jeeps .. Unclear If Any Are Left
Thanks to Nick for spotting this garage sale. It occurred last weekend, but maybe some jeeps remain. The FC has potential. The yellow DJ-3A appears to have been a cargo loader.
https://newjersey.craigslist.org/for/d/howell-willys-jeeps/7066405763.html
“Have a few jeeps for sale. B/o
Some run some don’t.
Garage sale at 7 pinewood rd Howell nj 07731.
Sat 10-6
Sun 10-6
Lots of other stuff”
1956 DJ-3A San Angelo, TX $800
This has a DJ-3A body and front clip. It may be a DJ-3A chassis, as it appears to have the rear tank in back. So, it may have a DJ-3A that has been converted to 4WD.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/293802601591842/
“Frame s/n 10248 good condition, no title, no motor, front and rear propelled axles with drive propellers, T90 transmission, model 18 transfer case, shift levers damaged, by previous owner, both cases will need to be gone thru for possible repairs. Body has holes in flooring and in hat channels, but can be readily repaired with just a little mig welding skill. 4 good CJ rims, axles roll easily. Also offering a CJ2A early block, s/n 23555 if not wanted, will deduct 200$ from 800$ total! Block has no cracks, face original never resurfaced, no pitting on head gasket surface area.”
1964? DJ-3A/Surrey Seats Pollock Pines, CA **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Were $300.
After a closer look, it appears the serial number makes the DJ-3A a 1962 (#56337 22581).
“Here’s a rare 60/40 or split front seat out of my 1964 DJ3A. It needs restoration or recovering. My DJ3A was a surrey originally and you can see the original pink and white stripes under the tan. Frame has been repaired at some point. Perfect for your surrey restoration.”
1956 DJ-3A Kerhonkson, NY $850
UPDATE: Price dropped to $850.
(12/30/2020) This DJ-3A has been chopped a bit. I’d have to guess that the front axle has been added to the DJ chassis. It looks like the rear axle is a standard 4-lug DJ axle.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/149711186670249
“I have a 1956 Willys . Roller no motor are trans . Vary solid starter has 30117 on dash . Asking $900”
Jeeps & Stuff For Sale Los Lunas, NM
UPDATE: More pics and new link.
(The ‘GPW’ appears to be the one with the DJ-3A convertible body on it (brown).
https://tucson.craigslist.org/pts/d/los-lunas-jeeps-early-parts-flat-fender/7054645858.html
“I have a lot of Jeep parts for sale. Mostly CJ3A stuff, but other stuff too. Call or text .5o5388.893l.
Axles, Fenders, Grill, Hood, tail gates, Transmissions, Transfer cases, Tool Box lids, Steel Hard top, Soft top frames, flathead 4 engine parts, M38A1 Frame, trailers made from jeep truck beds, lots of small stuff, etc.
Also 3 complete running Jeeps for sale…..
1. 1968 CJ5, no rust, original V6, heater, runs good and powerful. 5k
2. Ford GPW, titled as a 48 Ford, runs like a top, original GPW flathead 4 cylinder motor, California Black Plates, No rust. 6k
3. 1949 Willys CJ3A, converted to small block Ford V8, Borg-Warner overdrive. Runs. 5k”
1947 CJ-2A Harrision, AR **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
Appears to have a DJ-3A body with an early KS 0-10 speedometer.
“1947 willys jeep. 4cly 3speed 4wd.new tires,brakes,lines.fuel tank and much more.runs and drives great.”
DJ-3A Hub Caps and Headlight Bezels East Lyme, CT **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $150.
Looks like a good price for these hard-to-find items.
“Hub Caps and Headlight Rings for1957 Willys Jeep. Good Condition, original. $150 for all”
1964 DJ-3A Ukiah, CA **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
Seller lists the price at “$3”. It could be a place holder or could be $3k. This is a mid-1964 model DJ-3A that looks pretty solid.
“1964 willy’s 2wd flat fender. I also have for sale a 1990 corvette suspension front and rear, engine and transmission for $1,500. I was gonna do a rat rod with the two cars but I have no time to work on the project”
Year? DJ-3A Charlestown, NH $1500
Not sure what the chassis is, but the body is all DJ-3A.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/877854735964574/
“Rare 1943s Willy’s postal left hand steer 4×4”
1948? CJ-2A? Geyserville, CA $1200
It looks like it has a DJ-3A convertible body and a DJ-3A grille.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2599807826732909/
“No paperwork. Jeep has been setting for 20 years. It took a bit to the front. Frame is repairable. Trans to transfer case is broken but might be repairable.”
1962 DJ-3A Convertible Canister, NY $14,995
This nice looking convertible DJ-3A looks in good shape, but is missing the soft top parts.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/450951332191187/
“1962 Willys dispatcher 3 speed on column fully restored.Only about 1,100 of these were made and 1962 wqs the last year for the Willys name. It starts, runs, and drives perfect. Only 11,000 original miles. Come see it to appreciate how nice it is and drive it.”
1957 DJ-3A Fontana, CA Make Offer
This is a modified DJ-3A.
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/pts/d/fontana-jeep-willy-parts/7029869302.html
“The jeep started life as a 1957’s dj3a and was converted to 4wd later on. I have 5 rims and tires, fiberglass hardtop with wooden doors, doors need new wood. I also have the front windshield that goes with this set. i was thinking of keeping this unless i could find or trade for a regular fold down windshield. also have 4 stock leaf springs. make me an offer on this stuff. I need it gone.”
1946 CJ-2A & Year? DJ/CJ Orchard Park, NY $1500
UPDATE: Still Available.
(10/05/2016) The red jeep has a DJ-3A body.
https://buffalo.craigslist.org/cto/d/orchard-park-willys-jeeps/7023019349.html
“two Willys jeeps for sale. They are rough but I was gonna make one out of the two. The blue one is a 1946 CJ2A, I have the data plate for it, but no title for either. I don’t know the year of the other one. The 46 has a bad frame but the other one is good. Neither one is running. There is also another set of axles and a set of 15in. powder coated wagon wheels goes with them. $1500 firm for all.”
1961 Slide of a DJ-3A on eBay
Year? DJ-3A Kankakee, IL $4200
Jordan spotted this later model DJ-3A that’s been mistakenly listed as a 1945.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2300137623442517/
“Runs great and drives need restoration 4200 or best offer takes it”
1962 DJ-3A Tonapah, AZ **Status Unknown**
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $600.
This was a convertible DJ-3A. There might be some useful parts left, as few of which are unique to the DJ-3A.
“I have 1950s Willys Jeep for sale. It’s a solid project!No rust. Was gonna Rat Rod it.She’s looking for a new home, way too many project’s, need to downsize. Asking $600.00 OBO. Make me an offer.”
1948 CJ-2A Geyserville, CA $800
This might have a DJ-3A body. Not sure there’s much value here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/502009770349178/
“Parts Jeep or make it roadworthy. It needs a total rebuild. It has sat out back for many years. Am guessing about the year. The numbers on the motor say it’s 1948. It’s a parts Jeep. There’s no title. I added pictures to show the frame needs work. But hay, it’s 71 years old”
1956 DJ-3A Austin, TX **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
Converted to 4WD.
“This is a 1956 Willys Jeep with an in-line 4 cylinder. It has been converted into a hunting Jeep. I have replaced the carborator. Master cylinder, ignition switch, battery and oil. The Jeep runs great, the 4×4 works well. It has a shooting chair for the back and you can see it in the pictures.”
Year? DJ-3A Yucaipa, CA **Status Unknown**
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $4000.
(07/06/2019) It’s listed as a 1945, but that’s a DJ-3A body.
“Frame off restoration, 500 miles on marine V-6 engine, 600 CFM carb, new clutch, brakes, tires & seats with 4-point harness, Pantera exhaust, new aluminum radiator, 1988 rear-ends, custom rear storage, roll bar, off-road lights, lighted whip, car cover”
1956 DJ-3A Bow, WA $1980
DJ-3A body on a 4WD chassis?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/402087830705607
“Willy’s Jeep needs work only real rust is by doors on floor pan”
1946 CJ-2A Flora, IN $5000
UPDATE: This appears to be still available.
(06/30/2019) Tom shared this oddity. This seems to be a late model DJ-3A body and windshield (design for a Koenig top) mounted on a (probably) CJ-2A chassis with a Meyer Half-top. That’s a combo I don’t think I’ve seen before.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2168899259814527/
“Hubby final realized he does not have time to restore his dream toy so he sadly is selling ….1946 jeep willy. Does run does drive. Has and 1946 plate also. 5,000 or best offer. No tire kickers. Can be driven home….it has original drive train…Guess I forgot to say No trades…cash only!”
1963 DJ-3A Bayview, CA $12,900
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/07/2019) This jeep is listed as a Surrey, but I see no evidence of it being a Surrey. Being this late of model, it should have the heater intake vent on the passenger side. But, it seems to lack that.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/cto/d/san-francisco-1963-willys-surry/6986414565.html
“For sale 1963 Willys Jeep DJ3. Has been completely disassembled, cleaned, painted, rebuilt and restored in 2013. Everything is new top side and bottom side. The original 4 cylinder 2.2l engine, 3 speed manual transmission and rear end are still in the Jeep. It runs and drives great!! Plenty of power, smooth thru the gears and a blast to drive.
1964 DJ-3A Surrey Des Moines, IA **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $30,000.
This is the late Bruce Agan’s former surrey that is being sold by his wife. It’s about as accurate a surrey as you’ll find. I’ve seen less accurate surrey’s sell for much more. See the full story on this Surrey here.
DJ-3A Hardtop Ashford, AL $100
Thanks to Jordan for spotting this one. It needs some work, but looks repairable.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/WillysSwapMeet/permalink/2421561518117113/