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UPDATE: Still available.
(05/13/2015) Looks pretty original.
“Great Korean War vintage 1952 M38 Jeep. This is military surplus, not a CJ-2 civilian model. Very fun to drive, unrestored, all original except for a new gas tank. New batteries, 24v system. Great to run around the farm or put in a parade. Dull OD green, not a shiney finish to attract the enemies’ attention. My wife did not like driving it near as much as I did.”
http://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/5218513906.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500.
(09/14/2016) Looks solid.
“M38 Willys Jeep restored to original. Classic Korean War era. $7500.00.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6850.
Appears to have a radiator bump. It has an f-head.
“Classic 1951 M38 Jeep is ready for hunting, recreation or working on your property! Has a tow bar and the soft doors with it. It just passed inspection and has new registration. Has 1951 plates. Everything works: lights, gauges, wipers, emergency brake…. Brakes have been redone – it will stop on a dime! You will see (included in the pictures) a list that is about 3 1/2 pages long, of items that have been replaced or repaired on this Jeep, totaling $5862.04. The only thing this Jeep needs is a new home.”
If interested, put “M-38” in the subject line.
“I have a 1951 Willys M38 for sale.
I was planning a complete restoration but seem to lack the time to do so. This vehicle is street legal.
It has been in the family for quite a long time. I purchased it from a cousin and they used it primarily on their hunting lease in South Texas. It has spent the last 20 years of its life covered in a barn.
After purchasing it, I purchased & installed 2 new batteries, 5 new tubes & tires, windshield, windshield molding, shifter boots, front blackout lights, fuel pump & OE fuel tank & cap. I overhauled the carburetor & flushed the cooling system. I also purchased (but have yet to install) some new steering components & speedometer cable.
This would be a great vehicle for hunting season and some local driving.
Please email me with M38 in the subject line so I know your not spam. ”
http://collegestation.craigslist.org/cto/5206021969.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000
(08/04/2015) It has a few mods.
“Selling my 1951 M38. My 51 runs great, it is street legal and all lights/ gauges are operational. Engine is a 1964 Buick Skylark V6.
Comes with a tow bar that mounts in the front. The rear seat is raised and mounts in the back (easy to remove). I have the original engine hood cover if you want to lay down the windshield. Some extra accessories I never got around to install. I also have a remote feeder and rack that attaches into the rear hitch if interested (purchased separately).
I used this a weekend driver (when it’s not 100 degrees) and a hunting vehicle. I have camouflage seat covers for front and rear. All lights have been replaced with LED’s (extremely bright). I’m not in a rush to sell so make me an offer. I have title (clean) and i’m the second owner.
I will leave this AD up until it sells or I decide not to. I lost my ranch in recent hill country floods so I’m hoping it will find a new home where it can be appreciated. Please don’t waste my time with low ball offers.”
Has an updated engine.
“1952 Jeep Willies 289 V8 motor was In Korea. come take it for a test drive”
http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/cto/5205838107.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
This is a project. The winch is not included.
“I have for sale the perfect restoration jeep project. the last and the best of the flat fender jeeps 1951willys M38 military jeep. this jeep is all Military. unaltered or chopped up or lifted. it is all origoinal. the jeep body is in very nice condition . there is no rot anywhere . just light surface rust. the motor and transmision are out of it. they have been professionally rebuilt . I have most of the parts to put this jeep back on the road Plus extra parts and a whole bunch of military parts that go with the jeep. one price for the jeep motor and tranny and all the parts AND NO BULL only serious buyers please!”
Looks like a good restoration project or just drive as is.
“This is a 1952 M38 Military Jeep. I have replaced the springs, shocks, brakes, rear seal, Valves, Valve springs, fuel pump, oil pump, intake manifold, exhaust, rebuilt carb,New head lights, and much more. The body frame and hat channels are in excellent shape . There is some surface rust as you can see in the pictures. I have the doors for the top. This jeep is in very Good condition.”
http://wausau.craigslist.org/cto/5206185519.html
There’s only one jeep pictures, but it looks like an M-38.
“Two Willy’s 1946 & 1947 jeeps one runs good. Clean titles for the jeep that runs, comes with a lot of extra parts. One Willy’s jeep is just for parts 1946. Do not contact me with unsolicited services or offers.”
http://up.craigslist.org/cto/5205981405.html
Engine is frozen. Might have overdrive?
“… Buick v 8, with 4 speed overdrive
1952 year.
Needs work to drive.
Motor has froze up.
Health forces sale
Bring your best cash offers!”
http://fresno.craigslist.org/pts/5205179137.html
It has a variety of updates.
“1951 Jeep Willys M38. 65-67 4.9 liter Buick 300 V8. T90 Trans, Spicer Dynamite 18 transfer case with overdrive. New tires and wheels. Body is in great shape.”
http://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/5195171995.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3900.
“I am posting for a friend, she can be reached at the phone number provided. All the info I have is, its a 1951 M-38 Willys, has a small block 327 in it i believe. Its painted military green with a star on the hood. It does run and drive. Most questions can be answered only by looking at the vehicle. This was her husbands project and he recently past away. She doesn’t know a ton of specifics, so you should inspect the vehicle yourself. $3900 OBO. Thanks for looking!!”
Running project.
“1952 willys M-38 99% rust free, runs great drives needs front brake work, has new master cylinder, title, dash plate, and have all 5 original wheels and tires, original hood numbers found on hood. Had to put 12 volt items on it to get it running, did valve work and fresh gaskets on motor, did minor work to tranny and transfercase. Have original springs also. One tiny rust area in pass floor, tool box excellent. I have quite a few extra parts as well.”
http://omaha.craigslist.org/cto/5160435491.html
Missing a few details, but appears solid.
“Im selling a original m38 willys with just over 30,000 miles on it .it runs great and is an unbelievable 4wheel drive vehicle has the original flat head motor but has been converted from 24v to 12v
This is a army issue willys not the civilian model
This is a very fair price for this jeep but I’m in a financial jam so my loss your gain”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/5189307499.html
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $1800.
(08/17/2015) Needs some work.
“This is a running jeep.
4×4 works great
New tires and solex carburetor.
Does not overheat and has great oil pressure. It comes with brand new gauges to be installed.
It also comes with extra transmission and transfer case housing.
The floor pans are rusted and have been glassed.
The brakes were working but need repair.
No title, Bill of sale only.
Great for historically correct restoration, or for the trails.
May negotiate. Will consider trades for a mustang or expedition”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/17/2015) The 2A is a parts jeep. The M-38 hasn’t run in several years.
http://westmd.craigslist.org/cto/5174146018.html
“1951 Willys M38 military 1/4 ton Jeep and 1946 Jeep CJ-2 plus lots of extra parts. I obtained these years ago with hopes of restoring or combining to make a ‘MB-like” Jeep. Time and health have not been good so I am selling it all.
M38 flat fender serial MC45339, built 12-51. -The M38 has had its original engine replaced by a F4-134 Hurricane and thus a hole was cut in the hood for clearance. There is a spare hood to replace it with. The 24v electrics were removed and rewired by 12v stock equipment. The brakes have been rebuilt and the vehicle was runnable 4 years ago, but has been under tarp since 2009, and has deteriorated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
The driver’s side appears patched.
“1951 M-38 Good Running Condition – $6500”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/15/2015) The gas inlet has been filled.
“Great hunting vehicle!
Runs great
Like new tires
Drives just like a jeep
Off road special
$2950 obo
Gonna Sell Fast!!”
http://showlow.craigslist.org/cto/5163924236.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000
(06/24/2014) The flattie runs, but the CJ-5 does not.
“ have two Jeep Willy’s
No titles for either one.
One is missing part of the body but runs and drives (1951 M38).
Second Willy (1955 CJ-5) did run when parked about 10 years ago. Engine is free not frozen and has full body.
I was going to restore both but no longer have the time and wish to sell them.
I am told that the running Willy is a 1951 M38. The engine has been rebuilt runs good. Brakes all restored and is drivable.
Asking $3500 for both.
Serious buyers only please,”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1650.
(07/12/2015) Appears to have potential.
“Willy Jeep 1952 M38. , have original brass data plates, good frame 4 good military rims, body is not beat up,, repairable, lots of new parts, , new repro windshield, left fender. hood, transmisson cover, grill, approx,, $1500, in new parts,correct rmc serial# engine block. engine is currently seized ,soaking it now, no title, no seat frames or radiator,”
Looks solid.
“Great hunting or ranch vehicle. Great for collectors also. Engine rebuilt and runs great.
Can go anywhere off road. Good shape, ready to drive.”
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/5161658932.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9000
This may be a solid M-38.
“1951 Willys M38A1 military jeep, has hard top (metal), doors, tow bar, bow for soft top (no soft top included). Inspected but not currently registered (expired June 2015). Clean, good tires. Original 4 cylinder motor, converted to 12 Volt. This jeep is fun to drive, but is is very low geared so it is not made for driving on the highway. No power steering or power brakes.”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $1500.
“Get a FREE 1951 Willys M38 serial #22680 dod 6-51 when you buy my great running, low hour M38 engine for $1500.00 The M38 needs total restore and currently has an MB engine (480236) in it with a Kaiser Supersonic head. Call for details if interested, price is FIRM, all for $1500.00”
This is for sale by “Exotic Motors” in Florida. That might explain the price.
“Frame Off Restoration, One of a kind!! It’s a perfect sample of a true collectable. Restoration cost over $70K, on this beautiful Jeep.”
http://www.warjeeps.com/mjs/sale15/adm062/adm062.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3000.
Must have an updated motor since one of two heads is cracked.
“52 Willys has a Marine Corps vin. Put new head gaskets, freeze plugs and valve cover gasket. Passenger side head is cracked. I just don’t have the time to fix it right now and need the money and it gone.”
http://boise.craigslist.org/cto/5154676717.html
