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Appear solid.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/walnut-creek-1952-willys-m38/7620199779.html
“I’ve had this brute for 25 years and just ain’t using it anymore…
All original, currently running w/12 volt distributor/coil. Runs great, 4 wheels great, very solid and needs some tlc.
Have unused, NOS front right fender and carburetor. If interested, please email me your phone number and we can go from there.”
Bill shared this combo that is still under reserve with a bid of $3150.
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“1951 Willys M-38 and M100 trailer. 8400 miles, I believe to be original. The jeep is in good condition, not perfect. It has a few dings and scratches. It has a clear title. The trailer does not have a title. It has been with the jeep for at least 30 plus years.it runs drives and stops. All lights work and black out lights too. The horn works as well. It has a miss when it warms but have narrowed it down to cap and or a coil. All 24 volt is still original to the jeep. It also comes with a top and all the hardware. I do have the doors as well. I do have the canvas for the trailer as well, it is not in great shape but can get good measurements.”
This has some early style Desert Dogs that appear recapped with Armstrong Tru Trac (?) treads. Heresy!
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1299388217274944/
“nes. Have to pump once for good peddle possible master cylinder needed. Full floating rear end. 4 wheel drive works good. Have daily driven in good weather. Heater has been installed in cowl battery box and works good but unknown make or model. Needs leaf springs. Has jeep lean. Jackman rims left rear has slight warp. Old DESERT DOG tires with good tread. All hold air but do have cracks. No rust in hat channels or body or frame. More photos available. Titled as a 45 Cj2a. Also have some miscellaneous small parts including the blackout fender light. Has new fuel pump only a couple months old and a water pump that’s about 2 years old. Have a small loan on it but title is held at a local bank so no problem paying it off and having the title in hand on day of purchase.”
Bill shared this M-38 with the full heating system. The current bid is only $2424.99. Note the US ARMY Fire Marshall text over the heater.
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“1952 M38, this Jeep is amazing shape originally from Alaska has the Arctic hard cab and gas heater, runs like new has most of original military components still intact, almost no rust, (surface mostly) has been converted to 12V at some point. Have clear CO title in hand. Runs Drives and Stops. Jeep can be driven as is ready to go.
This will be auctioned May 18th. Learn more at https://myhometownauctions.com/ (I know nothing about this auction company). This M-38 has some unusual body patches.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/785323169544188 or https://myhometownauctions.com/”
Bill shared this one.
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“1951 Willys M-38 and M100 trailer. 8400 miles, I believe to be original. The jeep is in good condition, not perfect. It has a few dings and scratches. It has a clear title. The trailer does not have a title. It has been with the jeep for at least 30 plus years.it runs drives and stops. All lights work and black out lights too. The horn works as well. It has a miss when it warms but have narrowed it down to cap and or a coil. All 24 volt is still original to the jeep. It also comes with a top and all the hardware. I do have the doors as well. I do have the canvas for the trailer as well, it is not in great shape but can get good measurements.”
Bill spotted this M-38 with an f-head. It’s listed as a 1949, but these weren’t produced until 1950.
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“Willys. Also known as M38. Only 27,000 made worldwide in 1949”
UPDATE: This is relisted art a higher price. Unclear if this is being resold or not..
(10/30/2022) Lots of updates to this rig. It looks ready for the hills.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/681871913367389
“Willy’s jeep ready for some crawling with this gearing. Saginaw steering power, 538 gears, motor is a 4 speed granny gear. Chev toploader. Onboard air. This Jeep is ready for you to add your personal touches. It’s stored and has been stored in a garage. No rust and no trades.”
The gas tank and part of the driver’s side are missing.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/600784068621561
“M38 1952 no title Willy’s jeep $7500 No gas tank, using boat gas tank but it will run like that (Antenna with based not included)”
Unclear how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1488718684869158
“Jeep m38 military jeep. Fhead conversion. Havent tired to start it bill of sale only”
It runs and has some body mods.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/719308753248495
“1952 army jeep runs needs new gas tank but can start it needs some break work but comes with parts will climb an run through pretty much anything make great hunting or just for fun 6500 obo”
This is listed as a project.
https://www.jeepwillysforsale.com/1952-project-in-battle-ground-wa/
“1952 Willys Military jeep with rare all aluminum arctic cab.
Served in Alaska.
We do not know the transmission #. It currently has a 1953 motor in it that runs.
Original 1952 engine included.”
This is listed as a 1953.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1205199197094859/
“1953 Willys M38 flat fender with original Army data tags with Bill of Sale only, never titled or registered and not street legal. This little Jeep is in great shape with very little rust and lots of maintenance and upgrades. Includes a full top and doors, tow bar, rear hitch rack, rifle rack and a tote full of spare parts. It starts and runs, but can be a little finicky to drive smoothly and does leak oil from various places. It has a full new fuel system, new fuel tank, electric fuel pump and new downdraft carb. Overall this is a great rig and would be perfect for a deer lease or to teach a kid to drive a manual on a country road. Will consider trade offers for TJ Wrangler or ‘97-‘01 XJ.”
Greg and Tom shared this Kubota diesel powered flattie. There are no pics of the engine included.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/496716685953123
“Up for sale is my 1952 Willys M38. This jeep has a Kubota V2203 Turbo Diesel Engine installed with a full kit from Overland Diesel out if Canada. The jeep runs and drives great. It also has the disk brake conversion from Brennans Garage. It has a T90c transmission and a lock rite locker in the rear. It has led headlights, aluminum radiator, full 2 inch exhaust, new shocks etc, tightsteer installed and 32-10-15 tires on it. It also has an (arctic) hard top original for the m38. This jeep has thousands of dollars spent on it. Full specs available if serious”
Nate refurbed this M-38. You can see more pics and contact him through his website (got to bottom of the website page and click on “NOTE”): https://1951m38.godaddysites.com
“Zero rust, clean frame, extremely smooth running M38. Every inch of this old Jeep has been gone over and been cleaned and serviced. 9 out of 10 mechanically with original data plates, and Army stencils. There are 47,851 miles on the restored odometer.
This original L134 runs and starts perfectly. Serviced by a new fuel system, Carter W-O carburetor, intake/exhaust manifold, radiator, and oil filter, this engine runs smooth and strong. A new 12V alternator and all new electrical system runs the lights and gauges.
You will not find any rust on the frame or body of this well-kept M38. Lots of old red “barn paint” was removed to reveal the original olive drab paint. With a little work, this body will be ready for new paint, or you can enjoy this Willys with authentic character.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6600.
Has some hat channel rot, but the floors are supposed to be solid. The windshield has quite a bit of rot.
“1951 Willys MC (M38) radio jeep. runs, drives, stops. Has an all new brake system. Engine is still 24V. Underhood batery box, air filter, and crossover tube not pictured but included. We took this jeep on a 250mi trip last fall and it did great. Front floors are solid and functional but hat channels underneath are in poor shape. All other rust is in pictures, mostly the passenger side. This is a good jeep to drive & enjoy as is, but would aslo make a good restoration candidate. The hood numbers are still legible and i uncovered markings which show that it was a radio jeep, with an AN/GRC-7 radio. Civilian gas tank in pics is not included, neither is the battery under the hood. Clean title in my name. Located in SW Indiana”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2500.
(09/22/2022) Has some floor rust. Data plates all painted.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/pts/d/olympia-willys-1952-m38/7581306627.html
“1952 M38, rebuildable MC marked engine, transmission and transfer box. It has some Cj3a parts. Rear seat, no front seats.”
Unclear how much value is here. It has a variety of updates.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/500061095350066
“PLEASE TEXT MY SON ITS HIS 4o5-287-477o 1955 Willy’s jeep Got it in trade Has a Chevy inline 6 cylinder with twin stick t case Motor does run on gas jug Needs rewired No title Has motor, trans, and transfer case Has some rust but not terrible it’s old and been hacked on to fit motor 2500 OBO or trade for Toyota, samurai, etc trade for Chevy square body or obs or Gbody Tools, welder, trailer, man stuff”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(12/12/2022) Listed as a 1944, this looks more like an M-38.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1806362713045602
“1944 Willys Jeep Brand new tires, runs & drives. Flags are optional. ”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/07/2022) This has an unusual mod at the driver’s entrance. The cowl lid suggests this is an M-38.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/668508681658006/
“Original 1943 Willys jeep general. It runs good willing to trade for a bobcat or comparable piece of equipment or $6,000”
This is a mix of parts, but looks in good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/639063184632798
“1950 CJ2A/M38 1950 Willys Jeep registered as a CJ2A originally a M38 1995 Chevy Vortec V6, T90 3 speed Transmission, Dana 20 transfer case, Dana 44 rear end with locking hubs and locker Dana 30 front end with locking hubs Custom bumpers front and rear. Front with integrated winch and tow bar. Tilt steering column Warn 9000lb winch”
Unclear how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2091089017755645
“Old military jeeps was going to restore, never got the rest of the parts. There is some good parts there can be restored or used for parts trade or sell make reasonable offer  located in Glen lyn va”
Looks in great shape, though it has been converted to 12 volt.
https://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/cto/7570428492.html
“Jeep M38 for sale. Rust free, garage kept since 1960, by previous owner and myself. Has been converted to 12V, also blinkers and overdrive have been added. 4WD works great, Jeep has no issues and is great condition.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $6500.
(11/18/2022) The price may be a placeholder given this doesn’t run.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1330813397667614
“Just got a new title for it runs great Have the windshield but it has no glass Not highway worthy so bring trailer New key New rad hose New fuel pump Shoot me an offer”
This is a project with 2A and M-38 parts.
https://columbia.craigslist.org/pts/d/lexington-1946-jeep-willys-cj2a/7569754632.html
“1946 Willys CJ2a
This is a franked jeep project,
not for the purists
M38 tub and fenders, windshield frame
Buick V6, T90/Dana 18
Dana 41 rear axle, Dana 25 front
The project is not done, needs someone to finish it.
Upgraded suspension to 76-83 CJ5 stock springs
Rebuilt transmission and Tcase
Buick 225 V6, bottom end was clean, resealed it. Heads were rebuilt
HEI ignition
Power steering
Upgraded master cylinder to dual circuit MC
Front drum brakes are 11” drums, rebuilt
All new brakes lines
All new fuel lines
Brand new tires
New seat cushions and upholstery
Advanced adapters chain linkage upgrade for clutch
New Gauges
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