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1951? Model? Creston, NC $10,000

October 4, 2019 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A, M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Listed as a 1951, this jeep has a replacement tub. It does not appear to have an M-38 frame; rather, maybe a CJ-3A frame with the PTO bar removed? This seems to be a mix of parts.

https://tricities.craigslist.org/cto/d/creston-1951-willys-jeep/6988525248.html

“Jeep has no rust. Is a Navy-issued jeep with plaques. Has granny gear. Needs battery and two new front seats. Call for milage and full VIN number (too long more than 17 characters). Jeep has original toolbox with tools, gas can on rear and full canvas top.”

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1950 M-38 Astoria, OR $8000 ??Scam??

October 3, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: Nice, Scam, Stock. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: This jeep was auctioned at some point on Mecum

Looks like a great price, maybe too good of a price. Something doesn’t seem right about this ad. Who advertises a mint M-38 by describing it with a “front tow package”? And, I’m not seeing an obvious tow package. This might be a scam ….

https://portland.craigslist.org/nco/for/d/warrenton-1950-willy-jeep/6990088063.html

“Running 1950 Willy Jeep with front tow package. Great condition.”

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1951? CJ-3B? Roscommon, MI $19,500

October 2, 2019 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B, M-38, M-38A1 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Based on the description, I’m guessing the seller knows very little about jeeps. No pics provided.

https://nmi.craigslist.org/cto/d/roscommon-willys-jeep-1951-cj-3b/6986396352.html

“This Korean War Era Jeep is in excellent restored condition. One piece windshield. Flat front.

Extensive restoration on the drive-train: seals, bearings, front and rear differentials, transmission, transfer case, brakes and military PTO are all in 1st class condition. Engine runs well. Starter rebuilt.

New canvas top and plastic side windows. New authentic seat covers. No rust on frame or body.
Tool kit. Army repair manual. Additional restoration parts.

The late owner was unable to complete the restoration. However the work is 95%+ complete, and with a few weekends work and the correct unit stencils this classic Jeep is ready to join the 4077th or unit of your choice.”

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1951 M-38 Houston, TX $1500

September 28, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Still Available.

(07/18/2019) One pic shows this M-38 apart. The rest show it together and running. I’m not sure what the current state of the jeep is.

https://houston.craigslist.org/pts/d/houston-willys1951-m38-jeep-4-cyl/6977575991.html

“willys. 1951 M38 jeep . 4 Cyl flathead original motor 4×4 have a a title”

$1951-m38-houston-tex$

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1952 M-38 Upland, CA $4500

September 27, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Still Available.

(12/01/2018) It’s a project

https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/pts/d/rancho-cucamonga-1952-jeep-willys-m38/6972776023.html

“All original 1952 m38 military Jeep. Very complete have been collecting all parts for 20 years now, But lost storage to keep it anymore. Many impossible to find parts come with it over 7500$ invested in this Jeep. My lose your gain 5000$”

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1951 M-38 w/ Trailer Inman, SC Status Unknown

September 22, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $5000.

The M-38 will need some work.

“1951 Military Jeep
M38
Mileage 16,282
1/4 Ton Trailer
Partially Restored”

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Year? M-38 Acworth, GA SOLD

September 22, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.

Has some parts value, but not sure how much value.

“I HAVE A M38 JEEP UNSURE OF THE YEAR. IT IS A PROJECT THAT WILL NEED TO BE GONE THROUGH. THE BODY NEEDS FLOOR OR A REPLACEMENT TUB. IT HAVE THE ORIGINAL FLAT HEAD MOTOR AND COMPLETE DRIVE TRAIN.”

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Year? M-38 Wilmot, NH SOLD

September 21, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6400.

(07/26/2019) Seller notes it has a 1941 MB engine. It’s got a CJ-3A windshield and a CJ tank, among other changes.

“Selling a 1953 Willy’s M 38 Military
New transmission
New transfer case
New clutch
1941 Script motor in it
Runs and drives excellent
Asking $9500”

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1952 M-38 Mendocino County, CA $8000

September 16, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Still Available.

(08/15/2019) Has some updates. Looks solid.

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/d/hopland-1952-willys-m38/6970139207.html

“1952 M38. Buick V6, 4 speed, Dana 18 transfer case with overdrive, Dana 25/44 axles, brand new tires, full soft top, bikini top, heater, rear rack. This little Jeep is in excellent shape and ready to drive anywhere. It has no problem cruising down the highway”

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1952 M-38 Chassis Bradford, OH SOLD

September 15, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.

Does not include power train.

“52 flat fender Willy’s. Basket case set up for sbc. Some work is done. Illinois title. Text or email for pics.

350 engine and Muncie M-21 adapted to the twin stick case available for $750 extra.”

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1952 M-38 Kingman, AZ $4800

September 14, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Appears worth a look.

https://mohave.craigslist.org/for/d/lake-havasu-city-1952-willys-jeep/6977769212.html

“all original 52 Willy’s runs and drives”

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1950 M-38 St. Cloud, MN SOLD

September 9, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.

Runs.

“M38 military runs and drives good”

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1952 M-38 Belfair, WA $1650

September 4, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: Bobcat, Rollcage. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

It’s a project with a bobcat hood.

https://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/cto/d/belfair-willys-flatfender-jeep/6969973433.html

“1952 willys jeep project. Getting rid of some projects. Had a buick 215 v8 but it was pulled before I bought it. All the parts are there but it is seized. Very straight with little rust in the floors. Has a pto setup hooked to dana 18 tcase.”

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1952 M-38 Riverside, CA $7200

September 3, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Has variety of updates.

https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/d/jurupa-valley-1952-jeep-m38-for-sale/6963986661.html

“1952 Jeep M385 4WD
302 2BBL V8 Ford Engine
T90 3 speed manual transmission
Spicer 18 Transfer Case w/ 1-3/8ths Idler Shaft & Warn O.D.
Front Axle: Dana 25 w/ 538 Ring & Pinion – Power Loc Limited Slip Differential – Disc Brakes
Rear Axle: Dana 44 w/ 538 Ring & Pinion – Power Loc Limited Slip Differential – Modern 10″ shoes
On Board Air – York Compressor w/ 3 gal tank and air chucks front & rear
Elec operated clutch air gauge and auto on/off switch
Sears model 667391000 Winch (old timey)
31″ tires & spare
3 year old Bestop Soft Top & Bikini Top
Tow Bar
All paperwork & repair Manual
Lots of spare parts”

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1952 M-38 Colorado Springs, CO $33,900

September 1, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Obviously the price is high for the market, but apart from that, there’s some nice work on this build. Looks like it has both a standard fan and an electric fan. Probably a great road and trail jeep given the 4.10s and the T-18 low range.

https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/d/colorado-springs-1952-willys-jeep/6962464390.html

“Willys M-38 Jeep . 350 Corvette engine, T-18 4 speed trans w/6.39 1st gear. 2 1/2″ Rancho Lift, 33×12 General M/T, full roll cage, racing seats with 5 point harness, 8 thousand pound Warn winch, electric engine fan, Currie 9” Ford axles with Detroit Locker in the rear and a Track Lock in the front, 4.10’s, battery disconnect, front disc brakes, and a whole bunch more. This is a solid Jeep, all professionally built.”

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1951 M-38 Barto, PA No Price

August 29, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Craig spotted this project for sale.

https://allentown.craigslist.org/cto/d/bally-1951-willys-38-army-jeep/6965368533.html

“I have a 1951 Willys M38 for sale unfortunately I started the project many years ago and don’t have the time to complete it.I will add pictures of the tub and windshield in a few days. If interested call!”

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Year? Flattie Project Gilroy, CA SOLD

August 25, 2019 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A, CJ-3A, M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.

(08/05/2019) It appears to be a complication of parts.

“For sale. Old Willys jeep. Best I can tell it’s between 1946 to 1950. Has a buick V-6 in it. Looks like it would run. pretty clean. Haven’t tried it. Has a lift kit. New BFG mud terrains. New rims. Needs work. Has some rust, not too bad. looks to be pretty complete. Needs front drive line, and exhaust. Has power steering. I know nothing about it. Took it in as a trade. Look at the pics. NO title. Bill of sale. Last registered in 1997.”

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1952 M-38 Wilson County, TN $3300

August 24, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

It’s a project.

https://nashville.craigslist.org/pts/d/alexandria-flat-fender-military-willis/6951169162.html

“Project, garage find been sitting for numerous years customized and upgraded Andre done back in the 70s I believe. 1952 M38 Willis Overland hot rod from the factory warmed up with a Buick V6 and headers. Make an appointment for a test drive.? Fresh tune-up and a oil change. Great project for a family .Sold to a good home only. Tow bar can be used to tow it home yourself, very negotiable any trades would have to B a vintage vehicle?”

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1952 M-38 Kalispell, MT SOLD

August 22, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500.

Has a variety of updates.

“52 Willys M38 restomod floors have been redone no rust suspension upgraded 283 Chevy V8 sm465 for Speed transmission Dana 20 transfer case Novak adapter Dana 44 rear Dana 27 Front upgraded bigger brakes power steering near new tires everything replaced new rebuilt on engine broke in cam engine still needs to be broke in life took a u-turn on me now need to sell has a couple of things that need to be finished but it’s all there”

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1950 M-38 St. Louis, MO $16,500

August 21, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

The sale includes a 1966 M416. You can email Stan at stanjj3m @ att.net (remove spaces before and after the “@”).

“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. $16500.00”

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1952 M-38 Belfair, WA SOLD

August 21, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: Bobcat. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1100.

Looks like this also has a Bobcat hood.

“This flat fender Jeep was born as a post-World War ll 1952 Willy’s M38 military Jeep. At some point in its life it received an all-aluminum Buick V8 (215 CID), fiberglass fenders and hood, Rancho freedom rider lift, 31×10.5×15 tires, Con-Ferr shackles, full cage, unique diamond plate type rear wrap, steps, and dash. It still has the stock transmission and transfer case with PTO. PTO winch is included. Stock axle assemblies, I do not know the gear ratios or if it has lockers/LSDs; however, it does have factory axle tags for LSD fluid required.
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1952 M-38 Cokato, MN $6500

August 13, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: Stock. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Steve’s got this M-38 for sale.

https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/csw/for/6948203891.html

“1952 willys M38 jeep. Was a civil defense vehicle. Rust free. 12 volt conversion nicely done little damage to original wiring. 26000 miles. Mc 134 motor, completely rebuilt tranny, transfer case , steering box and brakes. Plus more. Every thing works. Call for more information
Also have the original 16 inch military rims painted white like pintle. This is a solid jeep great daily driver, or easy candidate for restoring to original”

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1951 M-38 Green Bay, WI $3700

August 13, 2019 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This has a half cab Cab Enclosure. My assumption is that this was custom cut down into a half cab. I suspect the Cab’s part number can definitively document whether the cab is originally a full cab or not.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2350744298471166/

“Runs Drives Plows really well Body isn’t perfect Fhead Original trans and tcase Good oil pressure Clean title Military m38 half cab”