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UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $20
This has a patched body and will need work and assembly.
“$2500.00 OBO Needs work”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(06/28/2020) Doesn’t run.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1524076321099292/
“From southern cal. New front springs, proper paper work from D M V solid body no rust motor turns free needs restoration”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000.
The seller has lots to say, though some of it is inaccurate (1952 was not the last of the L-134 engines for example). The seller claims the M-38 has heavier duty running gear and frame; while the frame does have additional boxing and supports, the running gear is the same as the CJ-3A (More on the similarities/differences here). The sellers also states it is an “unrestored survivor”, yet then describes the changes the previous owners have made and the changes the seller himself also made.
1952 Willys M38 Military ‘Universal Jeep’
Great Runner/Driver UnRestored Survivor, DUAL PTO, Winch and ZERO RUST!
THIS LISTING IS DETAILED TO SHARE THE IMPORTANT INFORMATION THAT A SERIOUS BUYER/TRADER WOULD WANT TO KNOW! PLEASE READ IT ALL BEFORE CONTACTING ME!
I’m considering letting go of my 1952 Willys M38, a.k.a. an MC, the original 4×4 American warhorse utility vechicle. This is a special survivor with important recent maintenance and upgrades.
VIDEO WALKAROUND HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkDBhzqPZeE
First off this is a real m38 Military jeep — so heavier duty frame and running gear than the contemporary Civilian model, the CJ-3A. 1952 is the last year of the “Flat Fender” Military Jeeps (much cooler than the M38a1), and also the last and best year of the Willys L134 “Go Devil” engine. I got it from the family which bought it at Government auction in the early 60s. It saw only very light use as a hunting vehicle for over 50 years and was literally kept in a barn and as a result is very very original and 100% RUST FREE ORIGINAL METAL.
Has some rust. Looks like the passenger side tool indents have been filled/patched.
https://fredericksburg.craigslist.org/cto/d/cloverdale-1952-m38-willys-military-jeep/7163988711.html
“I have owned this jeep for 24 years, restored it and drove it in parades and entered a couple car shows as well. Health problems have kept me from maintaining it the way it should be and I no longer have a garage to store it in or work on it. It has some rust on driver side front fender, passenger side under door, and floor pans. The frame is solid, motor was rebuilt in 2001 and has low miles on it. Jeep has not been started in several years so the gas tank will need to be cleaned out thoroughly. Many extras like mud/snow tires and wheels, military manual, old parts, and contacts for every nut bolt and screw. This would make a great restoration project since M38s
are rare and this one has only 42,456 original miles.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9900.
Appears worth a look.
“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
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.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(07/10/2020) This could be any one of several jeep models. No pics provided.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/pts/d/hayward-1953-jeepwilly/7162488280.html
“53’ Jeep Willy 8 cly. Hasn’t been started in about a year. It used to run fine but now the engine seems to shake a little bit. Interior and exterior in great condition.”
It doesn’t run.
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/cto/d/santa-clarita-1952-willys-jeep/7162330296.html
“Modified military jeep project car. Does not run. Has small block Chevy V8”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/27/2020) Runs?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1475437489300677/
“1951 Jeep M38 with original waterproof 4 cyclinder engine. Keep is complete. Also have a brand new steel tub and fenders that go with it. Rare Jeep, only made 2 years.”
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”
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!”
There’s some kind of bar installed between the front frame rails. Unclear what it did/does.
https://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/bar/d/mckinney-1951-willys-jeep-mb/7135110745.html
“All original!! Original four-cylinder 60hp motor, all lights in working order that air raid light/blackout light is the light on the fender as well as the headlights even the gauge lights work! Tires are almost new but I have been driving it quite a bit lately… Original windshield wipers that are exhaust fed, original front and rear seats, original plates on the dashboard As well as all the brackets on the bumpers for lifting and towing… original even down to the front tow rope. Too many extra list!
Mechanically this jeep is amazing! The brakes have been re-done recently you can see it in the photos… This jeep goes maximum speed of 50 miles an hour most of these jeeps only go 30 to 35… It’s reliable starts every time even when it hasn’t been driven for weeks! Transmission is great all the gears work including the low and high, all the axles work, this is a running machine and I’ve been using it to drive my daughter to school each day and take the family out on rides on the weekends.
No tire kickers please serious inquiries only! I don’t have time for time wasters that have a lot of questions and want to talk about history… Serious callers only… Text is great and if we want to proceed we can talk on the phone…”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $8000.
(05/13/2020) Looks like a nice rig. Appears to have an M-38 body with a modified CJ-2A windshield. The front clip is likely a solid fiberglass front end that either tilts or pulls off.
https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/d/fort-mohave-1952-sand-drag-jeep/7149530652.html
“1952 willys sand drag jeep. Street legal. 406 small block chevy, turbo 350 manual 3 speed trans with 4400 trans brake. 9″ ford rear end with curry axles, Detroit locker with 534 gears. Turns 4.08 at drags. Comes with set of paddels. $9500.00”
Looks like a good project body.
https://saltlakecity.craigslist.org/pts/d/salt-lake-city-jeep-52-willys-m38-body/7148438780.html
“1952 Willy’s Original M38 Body Tub. Has been sandblasted and stored inside. Needs repairs, don’t they all, Online seen them in worse shape for $1,500. These were made from 1950 to 1952 so pretty rare. The price is for cash. Also have a brand new M38 hood.
www.radjeeper.com
PARTS SOLD AS IS
MANY MORE FULL SIZE AND AND CJ JEEP PARTS AVAILABLE
INSTALLATION AVAILABLE
THE RAD JEEPER
JEEP PARTS
“Salty City’s Custom Jeep Shop””
Has some body rot.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2714167815473439/
“It is complete and needs a full tune up-batteries brakes some floor panels and wires to get going again. Engine runs. 24 volt”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/17/2020) More pics would be good. Has some updates and a Koenig hardtop.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3177011545664044/
“Sbf 302 4sp dana 300 new frontend 30 and new 44 center pot 44 new wires and 2 sets of tires if you want the 38s”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,500.
Could be worth a look. Sounds like the seller has had it a long time.
“NEW: REBUILT MOTOR, CLUTCH, CANVAS, ETC. FIRST OWNER AFTER GOVERNMENT.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(02/19/2020) This may have some late model Free-Lock hubs. I can’t tell for sure. It’s got a CJ-3A windshields and hood. The fuel inlet is not original. This might have a reproduction tub?
https://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/d/amado-1951-m38-korean-war-jeep-and/7135869265.html
“We did complete “frame off” restoration a few years back and less than 200 miles since,mainly to car shows. Actually won “best in class” at one. Converted to 12 volt but all original other wise. We do still have the 24 volt generator if desired.”
Chas has some nice M-38 parts for sale on eBay, some of which are shown below. So far, all parts start at .99 with no reserve. He’ll be selling additional hard-to-ship parts locally as well, such as a hardtop.
UPDATE: The M-38 sold. The trailer is still available.
Contact him at 785 452 2490 or via email kennyh5661 @ gmail.com (remove spaces around the @)
“1952 M38 Jeep and M-416 Trailer for sale. Runs great, 24v, new carburetor, new points less than 500 miles ago, original canvas enclosure with removable doors, new batteries, jerry can, spare tire, turn signals, Gama Goat taillight lenses installed, rebuilt transfer case, pioneer tools, manuals. Great start for someone to drive as-is or fully restore. Trailer in good original condition, some surface rust but no rust-thru’s, great candidate for complete restoration, or use as-is. Will sell as a pair or will sell separately. Feel free to call if you have questions. “
Doesn’t indicate if the engine spins or not.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/192967518436935/
“If you are looking for a great restoration project, this is the jeep for you. This Jeep has been in our family for over 50 years and now needs a new home. Has the original 4L engine and very has very minor rust for its age. The total mileage is unknown. The seats are in great condition and are being kept inside out of the weather. Clean title. The Jeep does not run but that’s what you are for. Please look at all the pictures and feel free to ask me questions. Only asking $2,500”
Looks solid. Pics are small.
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/dak/cto/d/chatfield-m38-jeep/7128995263.html
“1951 M38. Mechanically in great condition. Runs, drives, and stops as it should. Fun to run around town or use in a parade. All steel body and near new tires.”
UPDATE: Still Available?
(01/08/2020) Roger Martin forwarded this post.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/477366653205421/
“6 willys to choose from. Let’s try this again…..
1. Red fc150 $2500 frame cleaned and painted years ago still in nice shape brake lines were done at that time it’s complete will run with a little tlc:
2. Other fc150 not complete should be enough here to put it together but cab is rough no paper $1500
3. Green/camo no top cj2 $500 has paper motor rebuilt years ago will run with some tlc
4. M38 with top and plow $750 has paper motor seized:
UPDATE: **SOLD**. Was $11,500.
(05/23/2019) Includes a canvas top.
“1951 M38 Willys Military Jeep. Really nice condition. 24 volt. Radio,antenna. Have military top and doors also.”
UPDATE: Still Available. See updated rear body patch reference at the bottom.
(05/12/2020) It’s missing a bumper and has a number of extra holes.
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/pts/d/hawthorne-1951-willys-jeep-m38/7125643385.html
“Awesome fully restored military jeep. Runs and drives, comes with all newly painted parts etc. new interior also”
Here’s the M-38 rear body patch referenced by Tom:
