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1967 FJ-6A Audubon, MN $4000

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This lacks a title. It’s described as an FJ-5, but the data cab describes it as an FJ-6A. This seems a good price for someone.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/619194953761557

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“Very Rare truck. 1967 jeep FJ5 postal van. It is right hand drive. It has lots of big windows and a very unique design which make it super cool. The lower front windows fold out, the rear door rolls up like a garage door. From what I have read very few of these are known to still exist. It has a 4 cyl engine but it hasn’t ran in many years. This truck would be great to fix up for an ice cream truck, food vendor truck or yard art. Bill of sale only but you can apply for a title. Rolls and steers. I can help with shipping it as long as it’s paid in full before it leaves. I do not currently have a title for it”

 
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1966 FJ-6 Paris, ME $5850

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John shared this project.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/355637013740877

“Jeep FJ-6 1966 right hand drive. Old post office fleet van. Engine is junk but comes with another one that’s good. Frame is solid, body is galvanized so almost no rust, does have some dents. I don’t really want to sell it as it’s a personal project of mine but I wont be getting to it for a long time so I’ll just leave it posted if someone wants it bad enough. My plans are to bag it and slam it, but it uses a CJ5 chassis so you could easily make it a fun 4×4 rig.”

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1963 FJ-3 Republic, MO $6000

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It’s a project.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/696941802203976

“This is super cool and rare,only made from 1961 to 63,not rusty,a couple spots on flat metal,back dr needs wood redone,comes with 2.8 chevy engine and 200 R automatic transmission from a S 10 Blazer,bill of sale but vin is clean,nice tires and wheels rolls and steers,make cool ice cream truck or custom ,short wheelbase cash or trade for something old and worth more $$”

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1961 FJ-3A Midlothian, TX $17,500

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Matt’s selling this running project that has some updates.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/4363046517254304/

“We’ve decided to sell our cool 1961 Jeep FJ-3A Fleetvan. It does run as you can see in the video. It is left hand drive not the postal right hand drive. It’s had a motor and transmission swap. It’s got a 4.3 liter throttle bodied injected Chevy engine V6. It will need metal work on the interior and exterior. And one of the windows is broken. Great vehicle for marketing or your mobile business. Message via Facebook to set up a time to see it in person. Located at my shop in Midlothian, TX”

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1965 FJ-6A Midlothian, TX $6000

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $6000.

(06/20/2023) Matt’s selling this rare fleet van.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/WillysSwapMeet/permalink/3619726264967293/

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“elling this original 1965 Jeep FJ-6A Fleetvan Postal Truck. These are Right hand drive postal vans, very rare.
It has the original vin plate on the dash, original motor and trans, currently not running.
You won’t find another one this clean and original. This size van would make a perfect project for your next mobile business vehicle, it turns heads. It’s a blank canvas for whatever you can dream up, ice cream truck, coffee, mobile bar….The sky is the limit! It’s a great candidate for a restoration.
Can send a dropbox link with additional photos upon request.
If this add is up it’s still available. Cash Only. If you’d like to schedule a viewing, its currently located at my shop in Midlothian, TX.
No title, Bill of sale. Will need to be towed. Can potentially help with transport in the DFW Metroplex.

No title, Bill of sale. Will need to be towed. Can potentially help with transport in the DFW Metroplex.

 
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1961 FJ-3A Manchester, TN $5500

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This has been available for a while.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/675363284448923

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“TThe vehicle posted for sale is Rusty and does not run. It is Pic 1 to 5.
Yes it is rusty, I have fixed them so I am not ignorant.

Others available $4500-$10,000. See pics.

Desirable Commercial Box Delivery.
Fair Buildable Body
Makes great Ice Cream truck.
Not Running
$5500

You may go to FB group “Jeep FleetVans 61-64” and learn more.
837 LHD FJ3A were Produced by Jeep for General Delivery.
FJ3’s which were RHD were also sold just to the Postal Service.
Extremely rare and great for Marketing your Company.

Trades considered:
1960’s Triumph Car
1960-70’s Triumph MotorCycle
48-52 Chevy PU
1970’s MGB Car
1966-67 Ford Fairlane
1966-72 Ford PU

Manchester TN
Please: Calls and Text and messenger Only
NO COMMENTS for conversations.
Can’t keep records to contact on comments.”

 
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1963 FJ-3A Pittsburgh, PA $34,900

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Looks in great shape!

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/656112603263637

“1963 Jeep FJ-3A (not a wrangler – FB doesn’t have this vehicle in there database) https://www.fuelrequired.com/details/used-1963-jeep-fj-3a/97323763

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1964 FJ-6 Salt Lake City, UT $4200

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Looks like a pretty original FJ-6. The body appears fairly solid, too.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/967265073334776/permalink/7065012693559953/

“1964 FJ-6 Fleetvan For Sale. Clean Title. Engine is complete but the head has been removed at some point though it’s in the van along with carb, etc. Needs new front glass, there are many auto glass companies that can provide it for $350-400. Odometer reads approx. 18000 but is surely 118000 miles. Let’s not talk about those European stamps posted to the exterior and interior, seems to be a point of contention when ever it’s brought up. 😂
Van has been sitting for at least 15 years and maybe more according to the estate where it’s coming from. Asking $4200. Transport cost is not included but I will be more than helpful when working with your shipper. Located in Salt Lake City Utah.”

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1962? FJ-8 Colorado Springs, CO $1200

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This is pretty much a body and chassis. Not much else. Thanks to Blaine for sharing.

https://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/d/colorado-springs-1962-jeep-fj-fleet-van/7691304757.html

“For sale is one 1962 Jeep FJ-3 fleet van. The van was built for the US Postal Service. The vehicle is sold as salvage for parts or restoration. There is no engine, transmission and most of the interior has been stripped. No title. Included is the body, and both axles. The vehicle rolls and can be loaded on a trailer (I have a tow truck so it can be pulled onto your trailer”

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1962 FJ-6 Fort Myers, FL eBay

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Starting bid is $2k. Thanks to Bill for sharing it.

View all the information on eBay

“This is a Jeep FJ-6. Pretty solid vehicle. Came from Tennessee has been in Florida for 3 years. Bought it to sell shirts and hats out of at a restaurant. Sold the place and this has been sitting for a couple years. There is an engine block in it. Just the block and an automatic transmission attached. Does not run or drive. Steering works. 2 tires hold air two do not. Can be inflated to load on a trailer. One windshield missing. There is no title. Bill of sale only. Vehicle is 11 feet long and crazy cool. I get so many people telling me what I should do with it. My use for it is gone. Someone else’s turn.”

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1961 FJ-3 +DJ-5 Hastings, MN $10,500

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(05/25/2023) Here’s a rare FJ-3 project.

https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/cto/d/minneapolis-willys-fj3-fleetvan-project/7622692031.html

“Red and white van example only – to show possible finished project. Yellow mail truck is the donor vehicle for frame and drivetrain which has a title, V6 drivetrain runs and drives, and is included with project purchase. Other two photos are the restoration candidate. 4 cyl Drivetrain is present- condition unknown. Frame is very bad but body and coachwork are complete and very restorable. Call or text for more info. 10,500 obo Trades possible. Vehicle is located in Hastings MN.”
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Year? FJ-3A No Price

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The sellers of this are getting some evaluations of the powertrain before deciding upon a price. But, they posted it on Facebook. I’m not sure where it is located either.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/247270289549336/permalink/1330571317885889/

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1963 FJ-3 Tucson, AZ $10,000

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It doesn’t run at the moment.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1018665649125186

“RARE 1963 Willys postal fleet van. Clear title. Nearly everything is there and original. I believe it will run but haven’t got to it yet. Has new tires”

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1961 FJ-3 Chassis Lennon, MI $2500

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This FJ-3 chassis has been modified with a Mercruiser engine and auto transmission.

https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/1270036480582920/

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“I am doing a chassis swap on my 1961 Willys Jeep Fleetvan. So this is the stock frame, suspension and axles from my Fleetvan. The motor and transmission have been swapped, and it has a MerCruiser four-cylinder, 140cc motor and a 700R4, two wheel drive, transmission. The motor and transmission work just fine. You can see the video of us doing a last-minute burnout before we took the body off the chassis. It should be a perfect swap for any early Jeep, if you wanted to keep it two-wheel drive. It is the same 80” wheelbase as the early CJ-2, CJ-3s, and DJ-3. The Fleetvan was originally right hand drive, but the previous owner converted it to left hand drive. It is located in central Michigan. On a side note, if you’re interested in following the build of my handicap conversion Fleetvan, you can follow it at, https://www.facebook.com/GreengoTheMoewillyteeVan?mibextid=ZbWKwL

 
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Year? FJ-8 Ontario, OR $2800

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Unclear how much value is here.

https://boise.craigslist.org/pts/d/arock-jeep-jeep-willys/7572032986.html

“Postal jeep
6’ wide 10 1/2’ long
RH drive
Jeep 4cyl auto transmission
Complete, not running”

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1964 FJ-6 Red Oak, TX **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.

“I currently have a 1964 Jeep FJ6A Fleetvan project I’m looking to sell. It is missing the title, so will be sold on a Bill of Sale. Motor is locked up. Everything is there with exception to the rear tail lights and front Glass. Asking $4,000 OBO”

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1964 FJ-3A Hemet, CA $20,000

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(05/31/2022) A Ran-when-parked FJ-3A.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/373935038217762

“Unrestored 1964 Jeep Fleetvan FJ3A that is stock.
Ran when parked, but it’s complete in excellent shape and has surface rust (patina).
Has a clean title. ”

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1965 FJ-6A Chico, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

Glenn shared this rare FJ-6 for sale.

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“1965 Jeep FJ-6A Fleetvan Stepvan Right Hand Drive Delivery Van! No Reserve! Clean Ca title.

Up for sale is a very rare, hard to find Jeep FJ-6A Step Van. Complete. I had big plans to turn this into a Beer Truck for catering events. I have had it for 6+ years and haven’t really done anything with it so it is someone’s else turn.

Previous owner used it for his auction company. He extended the back bumper and stood back there and auctioned things off and then had his wife inside with the service windows to fill out the paperwork.

Engine and transmission is complete but the engine doesn’t look great. I purchased another engine out of a running Jeep that comes with the sale. I planned to swap them out.
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1961 FJ-3 Van Nuys, CA $28,995

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These fleet vans are crazy prices!

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/cto/d/van-nuys-1961-jeep-willy-fj/7510519101.html

“This van has a clear title, is drive-able, clean inside and out, rollup rear door. We bought it to convert to a food truck, but unforeseen events have caused us to discard those business plans.
Ready to convert to your specific needs.”

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1961 FJ-3A Red Oak, TX $15,000

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This seller has collected and sold several FJ-3s/FJ-3A/Fj-6s.

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/d/red-oak-1961-jeep-fj3a-willys-fleetvan/7464358342.html

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“We are selling this amazing 1961 Jeep FJ3A Fleetvan from our collection. We initially were going to use for our business but have decided to go a different direction. These vans are incredibly rare in the step van world. These don’t come up for sale often, if they do they sell quick.

It is a very clean vehicle for its age and has lived the past ten years indoors inside a wedding venue. It has the original vin plate on the dash. No motor or trans so it’s a great start for a new motor or leave as is and pull it like a trailer.

This size van would make a perfect candidate for your next mobile business vehicle. It’s a blank canvas for your taco truck, food truck, ice cream truck, coffee truck or whatever you can dream up….The sky is the limit!

Currently not running. No title, Bill of sale only. “

 
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Automatic Transmission in DJ-3As, DJs and Others(?)

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Dave asked me about the type of adapter used on DJ-3As and FJs to connect an automatic transmission (which may have been the Borg Warner model 12 according to David Sapp mentioned in his comment to this post, though I have no documented evidence of this, but it should be out there somewhere). Essentially, a adapter plate is bolted to the back of an L-head/F-head engine, to which the transmission bell housing attaches.

After some searching, Dave spotted the adapter in an FJ supplement book. Here are the pics.

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Meanwhile, a discussion from 2012 on the topic of DJ-3A automatic transmissions yielded these pics showing a BW transmission connected to an L-head with a similar looking plate.

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As for the rare shifter that’s been captured in some pics, this pic is the best I have (from a DJ-3A automatic). It confirms Barry Goodwin’s comment on another post that the transmission lacked a “Park” feature. Instead, the driver would put it in neutral when parking (and I assume pull the parking brake).

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If anyone has a document that confirms it was the M-12 BW transmission that was used, or has more pics or is aware of other useful discussions on this topic, please let me know. There isn’t much info about these setups on the web.

FYI: Based on my research, it appears the Willys Aero cars of the 1950s used a GM Hydramatic rather than a BW transmission.

 
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1965 FJ-6A Port Orchard, WA **Status Unknown**

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UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $4500.

(03/02/2022) Nate’s uncle has this FJ-6A for sale.

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“This van spent its early life in Honduras as a diving instructor van, then made it’s way to WA where it has been since the mid ‘70’s. Actual mileage is unknown. It does not have an engine but is currently set up for a 327 Chevy v8 and a Chevy automatic transmission. It comes with what is believed to be the original manual 3-speed transmission. It also comes with a 4×4 Jeep transmission though it doesn’t have the 4×4 axles. As seen in the photos, some of the glass is broken. The body is in decent shape and it in good structural condition. The front grill also comes with it.”

 
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Train Car of FJ-3s on Pinterest

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Blaine spotted this photo of a rail car full of FJ-3 USPS Fleetvans.

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/862087553655918001/

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1961 FJ-3 Red Oak, TX (or CA?) $14,000

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UPDATE: This has been listed in California and Texas. I’m not sure exactly where it is located.

Doesn’t run.

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/d/red-oak-1961-jeep-fj3-fleetvan-postal/7443760644.html

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https://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/d/red-oak-1961-jeep-fj3-fleetvan-postal/7443765482.html

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“Selling this completely original 1961 Jeep FJ3 Fleetvan postal truck.
It’s all there original and untampered with from 1961. It has the original vin plate on the dash. Original motor and trans and all the original glass. You can still see the postal letters and numbers on the sides.

It has an amazing patina and great restoration candidate.

These are the rare unicorns of the step van world. These don’t come up for sale often, if they do they sell quick.

Currently not running. No title, Bill of sale only. “

 
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1960 FJ-3 Postal Jeep Brochure

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I snagged this rare postal jeep FJ-3 brochure off of ebay; It is rare enough that I didn’t know these existed! One thing that caught my eye was the Civil Defense sticker. I off handedly mentioned it to Ann and she quickly found the reason for the sticker. From this page at the USPS website:

Each year from 1954 to 1961, civil defense authorities coordinated a drill called Operation Alert.6 Cities across the country conducted civil defense exercises on the same day. Postal participation in Operation Alert 1956 was described in a West Virginia newspaper:

A civil defense drill was held Tuesday afternoon in the Beckley Post Office. This drill was one of a series of simultaneous drills held in 38 key postal installations of the Washington Region….
These training drills are required by the government since keeping the mails moving plays an important part in the communications system that must be maintained during national emergencies. Four feder- al trucks operated by the Beckley Post Office have been designated Civil Defense units, and bear that insignia.

Including the four vehicles at the Beckley Post Office, 25,000 postal trucks were designated as emergency civil defense vehicles and fitted with Civil Defense de- cals in 1956. It was believed that “postal trucks would be valuable as emergency ambulances, rescue vehicles, and for local emergency transportation in the event of an enemy attack.”

Starting in 1956, many postal vehicles bore decals indicating their potential use as ambulances, rescue vehicles, and for other transportation during emergencies.

In December 1964, the Civil Defense Program was expanded to include even the smallest postal-owned motor vehicles, the three-wheeled Mailsters. Vehicle maintenance facilities provided Civil Defense decals so that each of these smaller deliver could be identified. Civil Defense decals were required on postal-owned vehicles until March 1971.

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