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Has a variety of updates.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/411997852811621/
“1952 Willys M38. Buick 231 V6, Muncie 4spd, Dana 18 transfer case, Warn overdrive, Dana 25 front axle, Dana 44 rear, 5.38 gears, rear rack, brand new 32×11.50 tires, runs great and drives down the highway no problem”
I suspect it needs more than gas and a battery to be on the road, as that would be more like 99.9% restored.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/432712414109527/
“Selling for a Friend; ORIGINAL and RARE. 1951 Korean War Willys M38. 95% Restored, Gas/Battery and you’re on the Road! New Canvas, new interior, too Many New parts to list. Used in Korea and Vietnam. Motivated Seller!”
Has an MB grille, but other than that, I do see anything obviously MBish. It’s more likely an M-38 than anything.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/585852058822525/
“1943 military jeep Willy’s, Has 289 ford ran few years ago been sitting will run with tune up n clean up. Have 3/4 ton axles n lift springs n 42 tsls on beadlocks that could go with it to for the right price”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/05/2019) Has a rare Beck/ Kelly Half top.
https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/pts/d/carlisle-1952-willys-m38-military-jeep/7015922027.html
“1952 Willys M38 Jeep. Runs good, no brakes, body rusted, needs restoration or for parts. Has correct serial plates, paperwork and correct engine. Has a real nice Kelly steel half top that I will sell separate for $500. Has been converted to 12V and used as a plow Jeep for the last 25 years so you get the picture… Worthwhile candidate to restore. $2700 OBO”
Appears in good shape.
https://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/d/grand-junction-military-jeep/7020130103.html
“Original Korean War era Willys M38 military jeep. Runs great and ready to go.”
UPDATE: price dropped to $8900.
(06/14/2019) Looks solid.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clc/cto/d/eagle-creek-1952-jeep-willy-fantastic/7020899644.html
“Classic Willys Jeep with a New V6 engine and chrome wheels. great condition runs and drives great!”
It may be a mix of 3A and M-38 parts.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/camas-1947-jeep-willy/7019566348.html
“1947 Jeep Willy Project”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(10/25/2019) Looks good for the price.
https://roseburg.craigslist.org/for/d/myrtle-creek-jeep-willys-m38-in-good/7016332892.html
“For sale 1952 Willy’s Jeep,4 cylinder, 8,000 lbs winch with cable, tilt wheel, power steering, upgraded to 11” drum brakes, 31” mud Pro Comp tires, Pro Comp steering stabilizer, bikini top, all stock running gear,”
Has a variety of updates.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2450924165152088/
“52 M38 military Jeep. Runs, drives and stops. Power steering. Buick V6. motor. Aluminum radiator. New NDT tires”
Will need engine work.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/pts/d/phoenix-1952-willys-m38/7012924513.html
“1952 m38 willy’s military army jeep in good shape little rust complete jeep motor has blown head gasket just need to be cleaned and put back together have gasket set for motor missing rear seat converter to 12v was running until head gasket has good az title”
Looks in good shape. Appears to have a civvy gas tank.
https://saginaw.craigslist.org/cto/d/kawkawlin-1951-m38-navy-jeep/7007719978.html
“1951 M38 Navy Jeep. New Tires; New Battery; Directional Signals; Gray Leather Seating; Full Canvas Top (includes doors and side curtains); Custom Winter Cover; Extras. A Real Head Turner – Must See!”
Something I’ve never seen: A full-size tool box housed inside the engine compartment. Is the battery inside it?? It’s got a fiberglass body.
“This is worth any Jeep fans consideration. ‘52 Willys Jeep M38, Built March, 1952. This would make a great father-son project.
This Jeep served its late owner very well, taking him well south of Panama and back around 1980. There are several very nice features, including factory optional heater. Roll bar, soft top frame, doors, fiberglass; hood, locking front hubs, and un-installed fiberglass
front fenders. Very nicely done, a very long time ago, there was a ‘60’s GM Iron Duke, 2.5 L 53 CID L4 engine, complete with the alternator and wiring harness, retro-fitted into this appreciating classic. The engine needs at least a rebuild. Brakes and suspension will need servicing. Nice aftermarket turn signal/hazard switch, 7 gauge instrument panel, alloy wheels, good tread on old tires. Stored partially covered for last 35 years. Very little rust, besides the front fenders. I have a current Oklahoma Title and tag in hand.
Priced to sell quickly. $1295 FIRM. $1500 if you want to negotiate”
Not sure how much value is here.
https://wichita.craigslist.org/pts/d/north-newton-1950-willys-jeep-m138/7007744299.html
“1950 Willys Jeep M 38 not a CJ it’s a real army jeep serial number MC21239 had small block Chevy new springs and suspension no rust on body or frame. 900obo”
It’s ready for some Texas hunters.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/368304600789433/
“Jeep/Willis fresh restore, has one hunting season on it. Before that was rebuilt from ground up. Runs and drives great. Ready for hunting season!!”
Repowered with a Ford engine.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/406323476953421/
“1952 M-38 Air Force jeep has a ford 1.9lt engine comes with original engine has older camouflage paint job”
Appears solid.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/382412439311787
“Okay i have a 51 willys m38 and I have a title but the VIN plates are gone can anybody tell me where the VIN numbers are on the frame.”
Could be a 2A Chassis with M-38 body parts.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2578673329082053/
“Military M38 Jeep Originally ground up restoration Documentation available regarding what was done”
Listed as a 1944, it looks more like an M-38.
https://ocala.craigslist.org/pts/d/inverness-willy-jeep-1944/6996845032.html
“1944 Willis Jeep complete, for parts, or could be restored. Motor was running fine, transmission started having issues and I parked it several years ago.”
Looks in good shape. Includes a Warn OD.
https://cars.ksl.com/listing/5971815?ad_cid=5
“1952 M38, introduced by Willys in 1950, a post-WWII Jeep based on the civilian CJ-3A. This jeep is unrestored and completely original. It has its original body which is solid with no dents. It has the original 24 volt electrical system, 4 cylinder (4-134 L head) engine, 3 speed trans with a Warn aftermarket overdrive, (not original equipment, but helps the jeep go faster), and 4×4 high-low transfer case. It has it’s original olive drab paint. There’s only 27960 miles on the odometer.
Engine: 4-134 L Head Motor (463) (All Years)
Engine Type: L4-134 “Go-Devil”
Number of Cylinders: 4
Cubic-In. Displacement: 134.22 CID (2199.53 cc)
Horsepower: 60 hp (45 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque: 105 ft-lb. (142 N-m) @2000 rpm
Compression Ratio: 6:48:1
Valve train: L-head
Weight: 2750 lb. (Gross: 3950 lb.)
Length (overall): 133”
Width (overall): 62”
Height (Top Up): 74”
Ground Clearance: 9 1/4”
Tires: 7:00×16
Transmission: T-90
Transfer Case: Dana 18
Front Axle: Dana 25
Rear Axle: Dana 44
Wheelbase: 80”
Other: 1 Piece Windshield, 24 Volt Electrical system”
This appears to have recapped desert dog tires. This is listed as a 1945 jeep.
https://tricities.craigslist.org/for/d/dearing-1945-willys/6999186026.html
“Call or text for more information. No rust. Older restoration. Runs and drives good. Clear Virginia title. May be interested in 7000 cash and nice trade such as muscle car or sports car or a nice side by side utility vehicle.”
Appears solid. Has an f-head.
https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/littleton-1951-willys-m38-jeep/7001873224.html
“This is a Korean War era Jeep
Good title in hand
It is pretty much original except it has a F134 motor, which is a little better motor, and lockout hubs
The 4 wheel drive and high/low range work great
12 volts system
A homemade metal top
Runs pretty good
Has some rust
It sure gets a lot of attention when your out driving, it’s also fun to drive”
Is the generator era correct?
https://miami.craigslist.org/brw/clt/d/fort-lauderdale-1951-willys-m38-trailer/6993431040.html
“1951 WILLYS M38 W/M416 TRAILER AND MEP 018A GENSET”
This appears to have a replacement tub (no cowl lid).
https://centralmich.craigslist.org/pts/d/chesaning-1952-m38-jeep/6990676003.html
“M38 military. Runs, drives and stops.
Buick V6 motor. Power steering. New NDT tires. Nice aluminum radiator.”
I wonder if the green on the driver’s side is just a reflection. This might show better in person.
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/hillsboro-1950-m38-willys-jeep-1966/6994096754.html
“Originally restored in the “90’s by a Korean War Veteran. I’ve been driving, repairing and updating since “05. Runs drives stops 4×4 works newer wiring harness. Missouri titles for both.”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $18,000.
(09/23/2019) You can read the full story on the M-38 and trailer here: http://cj3b.info/Siblings/SurreyAgan.html
“Fully restored MC M38 Korean War era military Jeep and 1952 D-K M100 US Army trailer. 12 volt 4 wd. Has been garaged and not been started or driven since my late husband passed. Serious buyers only, not desperate to sell. Looking for someone who loves and appreciates these older treasures as much as we do and can provide the care needed to own this type of vehicle. Two tops included along with side curtains not shown, and extras.”