M-38 Research Archives

To Top

1951 M-38 Gonzales, TX Auction

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This October 28 estate auction in Texas includes a wide assortment of interesting items, including this M-38 and a 1981 CJ-7 Laredo.

https://www.auctionzip.com/cgi-bin/photopanel.cgi?listingid=3861695&category=0&zip=&kwd

1951-m38-gon-tx

 
To Top

1950 M-38 Bullhead City, AZ $17,000

• CATEGORIES: Artists/Drawings, M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Gotta love the hood’s paint job. Looks like a good build.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/247270289549336/permalink/1320453628897658/

“For Sale…1950 M38, Buick V6, 3 Speed Manual Transmission. Warn Hubs, Rancho Suspension, Tilt Steering Wheel, No Rust, Custom Roll Bar with Soft Top. Front Winch, Tow Bar, New Front Seats, (not the black ones pictured in first photo)Twist Release Seat Belts, Custom Storage Box, original rear seat frame, Custom rack with Bumber Jack and 2-5 Gal Gas Cans, 2 Ammo boxes, Spare Tire, mounted Axe and Shovel. CB Radio. New Battery. All the original brass dash information plates . Fired right up after sitting. Runs strong, needs fresh gas and a bath. This Beautiful Jeep is Senior owned and has been in storage for 10 years. Selling for my dad. Located in Bullhead City, Arizona. Asking $17,000. Obo”

1950-m38-bullheadcity-az4 1950-m38-bullheadcity-az5 1950-m38-bullheadcity-az6 1950-m38-bullheadcity-az7

Continue reading

 
To Top

1952 M-38 Tillamook, OR $12,000

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Price dropped to $12,000.

(10/11/2022) Looks like a solid build.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/473737250839530

“1952 m38, 4.3 vortec, sm465, power steering, four-wheel power disc brakes. Ground up build 2 years ago.$15, 000.”

1952-m38-tillamook-or

 
To Top

1952 M-38 Weiser, ID eBay

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Back on eBay

(06/10/2022) Bill shared this nice looking M-38 for auction. The starting bid is $12,000, but this appears to have a reserve price as well.

View all the information on eBay

1952-m38-weiser-id1

1952-m38-weiser-id2

1952-m38-weiser-id3

1952-m38-weiser-id4

“This 1952 Willys M38 Jeep was built for the Korean War (1950-53). It is correct as new – 24 volt system,
4-cylinder L134 engine, 3-speed transmission, 2-speed transfer case. Color is 24087, olive drab. The new canvas top and seat covers are by Beachwood Canvas. The five tires are 700x16s. It has a military waterproof ignition system. All components are new or rebuilt. As photos show, this jeep has a M1 rifle gun scabbard with a dummy M1 Grand rifle. Located in SW Idaho, 85 miles from Boise”

 
To Top

1953 M-38 Cattaraugus, NY **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $27,000.

Brandon is selling this nice looking M-38.

“1952 Willys M38, completely restored including fully rebuilt original Flat head 4cylinder. Has 3 speed manual. Includes complete canvas top. Runs, drives and stops as it should. If you’re interested in this you know what you’re looking for. Please call with any questions. Will consider reasonable offer.”

1952-m38-cau-ny1 1952-m38-cau-ny2 1952-m38-cau-ny3 1952-m38-cau-ny4

 
To Top

1952 M-38 Graham, WA $7500

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Still Available.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/361197282573365

(11/22/2018) “Willy’s jeep ready for some crawling with the low gearing. Saginaw steering power, 538 gears, motor is a 4.65 Chev toploader. This Jeep is ready for you to add your personal touches. It’s stored and has been stored in a garage”

1952-m38-puy-wa7 1952-m38-puy-wa8 1952-m38-puy-wa9

Older pics: Continue reading

 
To Top

1951 M-38(?) Vaughn, WA **Sold**

• CATEGORIES: CJ-3A, M-38, stainless/jewels • TAGS: , , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **Sold** was $15,500.

(04/22/2021) This seems to have a stainless body with a Bobcat hood. There are lots of updates.

“1951 jeep C3-M38, this jeep is in great shape has a Chevy 305 V8, 4speed transmission with hi/lo range, Warren 8,000lb winch, matching military trailer.”

1951-m38-vaughn-wa503 1951-m38-vaughn-wa502 1951-m38-vaughn-wa501 1951-m38-vaughn-wa50 1951-m38-vaughn-wa51

Continue reading

 
To Top

1952 M-38 Christmas, FL $15,000

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Looks nice, but doesn’t run at the moment. Given the 3Bs and DJ-3As were produced into the 1960s, the M-38 wasn’t quite the last of the flat fenders.

https://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/d/christmas-1952-willys-jeep/7448242763.html

“1952 M38 Willys Jeep – last of the flat fender military jeeps, period motor not currently running. Everything is intact nothing missing Jeep is still 24V original, zero rust. Clean Florida title”

1952-m38-chirstmas-fl1 1952-m38-chirstmas-fl2

 
To Top

1952 M-38CDN Kelowna, BC, Canada BaT

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This Bring-A-Trailer auction for a rare Ford-built M-38CDN was also spotted by Sam.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1952-jeep-jeep-m38/

“This 1952 Willys M38-CDN Jeep is one of approximately 2,135 units assembled by Ford for the Canadian Armed Forces in the early 1950s, and it is powered by a 2.2-liter inline-four mated to a three-speed manual transmission and a dual-range transfer case. The truck was refurbished during prior ownership and used as a museum display for approximately 20 years, and it was acquired by the seller in 2020. The green paintwork is contrasted by a lighter canvas top, and additional features include a fold-down windshield, body-color steel wheels, and reproduction canvas seat covers. The engine was rebuilt in 2020, and the fuel and vacuum pump was replaced in 2021. This Willys Jeep is now offered with accessories, a tool kit, historical literature, and a British Columbia registration document listing the truck as a 1952 Ford Pickup.”

1952-m38CDN-kelowna-bc-canada1

1952-m38CDN-kelowna-bc-canada2

1952-m38CDN-kelowna-bc-canada3

1952-m38CDN-kelowna-bc-canada4

 
To Top

1952 M-38CDN Ford Mesa, AZ $17,500

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: This was last up for sale in 2017.

https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/mesa-1952-m38-cdn-jeep/7286219474.html

“Nice almost all org 1952 M38 CND for sale. The good – Almost all org. Seems to be mostly a survivor. CND M38s are very rare under 3000 made as compared to 60,000 US. Rebuilt carb and all brake components are new. Runs great no shake or shudder at any speed does not jump out of 2nd at any time. Very Rare and much cheaper than a new side by side and it is worth more money every year. The bad- 12 volt now with non waterproof system. Some rust repair not perfect but good. Old dent on right rear looks to be not repaired correctly. Non org is the 12 volt and the lock out hubs on the front axle. The tool box was repaired at some time and is about 2 inches deeper than stock. Jeep is in AZ with clean title and AZ registration as Historic Vehicle. I have the complete roof with a few spare pieces and the canvas is good but the windows are not due to age and yellowing.”

1952-m38-carefree-az7 1952-m38-carefree-az8 1952-m38-carefree-az9

 
To Top

1953? M-38 and Trailer Weiser, ID eBay

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: bidding has reached 10,000, but the reserve has not been met yet as of (03/07).

View all the information on eBay

1953-m38-weiser-id-1

1953-m38-weiser-id-2

1953-m38-weiser-id-3

1953-m38-weiser-id-4

1953-m38-weiser-id-5

“1953 Willys M-38 jeep plus a 1/4 ton Bantam trailer (civilian)!! The jeep is 100% original with a 24 volt system, frame off restoration. The color is 24087, Korean War time. The tires are new – 700×16. The transmission is 3 speed with a 2 speed transfer case. (Both have been reconditioned.) The motor has been overhauled; it has a waterproof ignition. The seats have new canvas upholstery. It has a new canvas top. (There are no side curtains or doors.) It includes a canvas winter front closure and M1 rifle rack. (i have an M1 dummy rifle for extra cost.) This vehicle is motor pool ready.
The trailer is marked US Army but is the civilian model. It has a tailgate, a new floor plate, and new tires.) For more information or with questions, call Jim at (208)549-3400 or (208)550-0928. Located in southwest Idaho, 80 miles from Boise.”

 
To Top

1951 M-38 Hawarden, IA **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE II: Skip is looking for this M-38. It was restored by his father and sold before he passed away. If you know anything about it, feel free to email me at d@deilers.com and I will connect you with Skip.

Originally marked sold May 27, 2016 **SOLD** WAS $6200 and sold out of Hawarden, Iowa

This may be a good price.

“1951 Willys M38 Military (amphibious) Jeep. Very good shape, has all new top, windows and doors, very good tires, excellent body and paint. Runs good. Retired farmer owned. Please call only (leave message).”

1951-m38-hawarden-ia1 1951-m38-hawarden-ia2 1951-m38-hawarden-ia3 1951-m38-hawarden-ia4

 
To Top

1952 M-38 Glen Cove, NY **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000.

(11/08/2020) This looks in good shape.

“1951 m38 Jeep , all original with original 24 volt system and original parts any rebuilt parts are NOS. 4 wheel drive works good”

1951-m38-glencove-ny0 1951-m38-glencove-ny1 1951-m38-glencove-ny2 1951-m38-glencove-ny3 1951-m38-glencove-ny4

 
To Top

1951 M-38 Flowery Branch, GA **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $18,600.

Looks in good shape, but some more pics would be helpful.

“mechanically restored, with engine rebuild by an a actual motorpool vet. starts first crank. lots of parts and accessories. happy to answer questions and I can send you a link with great parade photos! this is an Antique you can really enjoy. Its ready for its new caretaker!”

1951-m38-flowerybranch-fl0 1951-m38-flowerybranch-fl3 1951-m38-flowerybranch-fl1 1951-m38-flowerybranch-fl2 1951-m38-flowerybranch-fl4

 
To Top

1951 M-38 Drryden, MI $18,500

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Includes a trailer.

https://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/cto/d/dryden-willys-jeep/7227308034.html

“I have a 1951 Willys Jeep with military trailer with it, it is a 24 V system and runs well”

1951-m38-dryden-mi1 1951-m38-dryden-mi2

 
To Top

1952 M-38 Pittsburgh, PA $21,500

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

A friend of the seller’s accidentally put in the wrong price on the FB post and now it won’t let him change it, so ignore the “$2150” price. Contact P# is in the text.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/814495475979670/

“Facebook wont let me add the correct price, so thats wrong. READ THE POST FIRST BEFORE RESPONDING ! Im posting for a buddy, call or text him directly, you wont reach him thru this messenger, if u do ill just delete your message.1952 willys m38, title mc35123. Frame off resto. 24 volt system with 12 volt distributer. 24 volt dist included to put back on. Locking hubs, rifle rack and more. Bob, 412 five seven six three three two five. Located near pittsburgh pa. $21,500”

1952-m38-pittsburgh-pa0 1952-m38-pittsburgh-pa1 1952-m38-pittsburgh-pa2 1952-m38-pittsburgh-pa3 1952-m38-pittsburgh-pa4

 
To Top

1952 M-38 Flagler Beach, FL **Status Unknown**

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $14,500.

Looks nicely restored.

1951-m38-flaglerbeach-fl46 1951-m38-flaglerbeach-fl47 1951-m38-flaglerbeach-fl48 1951-m38-flaglerbeach-fl49

“This is an Exclnt condtn Korean Era Army Jeep Fully restored. I have had it insured since day one. Ive owned this jeep for about 3 years, and I have lots of paper work on it. In have a Tag on it, a License Plate, its a Antique tag, very low cost. It been restored from the ground up, has military tires, in like new condtn. Mostly original Parts, original windshield , I took it out for a spin a few days ago, put air in the tires, first time in over a year. I have and continue to start this jeep every 6 day. A month ago I took it out for a 40 miles country drive, such fun, lots of honks, heads turning.

Continue reading

 
To Top

1952 M-38 Heron, MT $14,500

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Price dropped to $14,500.

(01/30/2019) This appears in good condition.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/900233203833012/

1952-m38-heron-mt2 1952-m38-heron-mt3 1952-m38-heron-mt4

“1952 Willys M38 Jeep/ I am the third owner of this outstanding Willy’s/Overall condition exterior and interior is excellent/ NO CANCER/1000 miles on professional rebuilt L head original engine/ I had my shop restore it about 10 years ago. Always starts, runs smooth, doesn’t leak anything, dual 12 volt batteries, like new Bestop vinyl cab with doors and large zippered rear door, drop down tailgate, Jerry can with carrier, spare tire with carrier, always garaged, 8,000 lb Warn winch with remote, all gauges and lights work (sometimes the fuel gauge can be intermittent), military style tires are 95%, roll bar, heater that will keep you warm. Fold down back seat. I bought this Willy’s from the farmers family that bought it from the military. He parked it in his shop and I parked it in my shop. This was a western Washington vehicle which means no road salt or chemicals. As you can see in the pics, this is a very sweet M38 owned and used by adults. No teenybopper hack job here”

 

 
To Top

1952 M-38 Pittsburgh, PA **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Update: **SOLD** Was $21,000.

Bob asked me to list his M-38 that’s for sale. He’s got more pics, but I don’t have the bandwidth at the moment to download them. You can contact him at 412 576 3325

“1952 M38 (MC35123). Frame off restoration. 24v (12v ignition). Includes locking hubs, directionals, rifle rack, 24v distributor, wires and spark plugs.”

1952-m38-pittsburgh-pa

 
To Top

1952 M-38 Post Falls, ID **Status Unknown**

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $17,500.

(08/08/2020) Looks solid.

“For sale 1952 restored M38 Military Jeep. 24 Volt electrical system. Military signal lights, Military Aluminum top. Engine, transmissions, and differentials rebuilt. Hot water heater. Frame, body and top painted Army green. excellent condition.”

1952-m38-postfalls-id41 1952-m38-postfalls-id42 1952-m38-postfalls-id43 1952-m38-postfalls-id4

 
To Top

1952 M-38 w/Trailer Colville, WA $18,500

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Price dropped to $17,500.

(05/27/2020) Looks like a nice combo.

https://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/d/colville-willys-jeep/7166472458.html

“1952 Korean War Jeep with trailer and second set of tires in beautiful condition. Serious inquiries only.”

1952-m38-trailer-colville-wa01 1952-m38-trailer-colville-wa0 1952-m38-trailer-colville-wa1 1952-m38-trailer-colville-wa2

Continue reading

 
To Top

1952 M-38 Chicago, IL **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9900.

Appears worth a look.

1952-m38-chicago-il5 1952-m38-chicago-il6 1952-m38-chicago-il7 1952-m38-chicago-il8 1952-m38-chicago-il9

“Own a piece of history!!!
You are viewing a very healthy, great running flat head M38 Willys. My father is parting out some of his collection. He bought this barn find/survivor back in 2009. It has been kept in a heated garage since & im guessing for most of its life too. Continue reading

 
To Top

1951 M-38 New London, WI $18,000

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Looks good.

https://appleton.craigslist.org/cto/d/new-london-1951-m38-willys-jeep/7156284838.html

“M38 Willy’s Jeep. The Jeep came from the Chet Krause Military Collection in Iola.
Call with any questions.
$18,000 or offer. Nice Jeep for parades or just to drive around.
This is a true Military Jeep.”

1951-m38-newlondon-wi02 1951-m38-newlondon-wi01

1951-m38-newlondon-wi2 1951-m38-newlondon-wi1

Continue reading

 
To Top

1951 M-38 New Prague, MN **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $16,500.

Looks in good shape. The seller has removed the ‘pill’ within the transfercase shifter to allow for 2WD-low-range.

“1951 Willy’s M38 military Jeep M38 · Other_body_style · Driven 640 miles 1951 M38 willys Total overhaul. Engine overhaul, transmission overhaul, sand blasted and all new paint, new wiring harnesses, correct carb, frame off restore. New tires, new seats, new gas tank, correct military version, ready to enjoy. Work is done! 24 volt system. Have shovel for it. Awesome ice cream getting machine. Turn signals added with military versions and special new hardness got that. 4 wheel drive with 2 speed transfer case. Tab remove so you can used low range in 2 wheel drive”

1951-m38-newprague-mn0 1951-m38-newprague-mn1 1951-m38-newprague-mn2 1951-m38-newprague-mn3 1951-m38-newprague-mn4

 
To Top

1951 M-38 Kawkawlin, MI **SOLD**

• CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: SOLD. was $12,000

(11/01/2019) Looks in good shape. Appears to have a civvy gas tank.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2412485989043587/

“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!”

1951-m38-kawkawlin-mi01 1951-m38-kawkawlin-mi0 1951-m38-kawkawlin-mi1

Continue reading