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UPDATE: This sold. The new owner is looking for parts.
This has a CJ-2A engine. It also has an CJ-3A windshield. There is some rust in the jockey box floor. There are no data plates, so the title number matches nothing.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6900
(08/28/2012) This looks good. It doesn’t have the original block.
“1951 M38; while NOT restored this jeep is very solid; its been converted to 12 volt; has new steel tub; starts easy and runs well. Some parts such as seats not authentic. More photos available. Selling to buy a different military vehicle and hope it goes to a good home! $6,900. ”
This looks like a nice M-38.
“1953 Willy’s Jeep 225 V-6 with overdrive. The jeep is in excellent shape and runs great.
No emails please. Call and leave a message if I don’t answer and I will get back to you A.S.A.P.
$9500 CASH ONLY
Tony 262-662-2192”
http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/cto/3305039837.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** GPW was $10,000 & M-38 was $7500
No pics of the M-38.
“Want to sell 1940 Ford Staff Car. The picture I have posted is not the exact same thing I just took the picture off google. Camera is broken and havent gotten to getting a new one. Paint job on ours is mint condition cream colored with a brown/burgandy interior. Also it runs very very strong. We wanted to repaint it military style, but we are moving out of state so we have to sell it even though we dont want to. Our phone number is 6036804259 and ask for Matt. Serious inquiries only like if you would like to meet up and take a look at this rare antique yourself. Please give a call if you are interested you wont regret buying this. we are asking $10k or best offer. We also have a 1943 WW2 Ford Jeep and a 1950s Korean War Jeep for sale if anyone would be interested in that. We are asking for 7500 for the korean jeep and 10k for ww2 jeep or best offers. Come by and take a look at these or ask around if you know anyone interested in any of these vehicles. We also have a unlimited amount of WW2 attire and merchandise. Give me a call or shoot me an email if interested.”
If nothing else, this is a good parts jeep.
“1952 jeep willys 4×4 project hunting offroad army jeep. has some body rust and bondo. have new floor pans, and a few other new parts. trans and drive axles good. engine needs work. nice old roller project. just dont have time. wife says I have enough junk. so sad to let it go. tim 832 398 6102”
http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/3304990935.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200
The more will run.
“Willys M38 Jeep, this is a project vehicle either for hunting or restoring, I have had the motor started, does have the windshield with it just not in it, please email me with any questions”
UPDATE: This is on eBay, too.
(09/04/2012) This seller want a Model A.
“This is my 1952 Model M38 U.S. Army jeep. Garage kept. This is one the last of the flat fender jeeps. Introduced in 1950 at the beginning of the Korean war. Only 45,173 were made. Production ended in Sept of 1952. I rebuilt it from the ground up, complete body off restoration 3 years ago. NO RUST ANYWHERE! All parts were sandblasted and primed. This included the chassis, body, fenders, and all parts large and small. Any rusted parts were discarded and replaced. All new NDCC military tires, new brake system, new wiring harness, gas tank seats, canvas. The jeep had a Ford Pinto engine when I got it. I got rid of that and installed a rebuilt Willys L4-134 “Go Devil” 60 HP engine which was the original for this Jeep. I also upgraded to a 12 Volt system including a one wire alternator. Installed front seat belts and turn signals. The drive train is in excellent operating condition. It’s been driven only 1000 miles or so since restore. Mostly to military, car shows, and parades. The siren gets this Jeep plenty of attention at parades and at these events from vets and the general public. Lots of “Thumbs Up” from other drivers when driven around town. Drive it anywhere at 40 or 45 MPH. For longer distances, it has a tow bar with 2″ ball and electrical connections. It can be flat towed. No trailer needed.
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I have really enjoyed the Jeep, But it’s time get a new toy.. I have always had interest in Model A Fords and would be interested in trading for a coupe or roadster with rumble seat. in comparable condition. If you have one, email me with a pix a brief description. If we are mutually interested, we can go from there. Not interested in hot rods or repros. Just a plain old Model A.”
http://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/3294994370.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on ebay
There looks like some value here. The tailgate shouldn’t be stamped jeep though.
“No frills, just a nice reliable vehicle that was used for hunting every year. Has waterproof ignition, 2 extra wheels, jeep stamped on tailgate, was licensed by CO Nat Guard in ’53. After being parked for some time, would need fuel system cleaned out, but ran like a top when parked.”
UPDATE: Was $4600.**SOLD**
(08/22/2011) This looks in good shape. I bet that it hasn’t ever been restored, as it has a nice patina about it.
“1952 Military M-38 Willys. Excellent Condition Second Owner Runs Excellent 4×4 Contact Number ”
No pics provided.
“Body is removed from frame ready to restore, engine is froze up call 541-473-9200
Do have loader to load on a trailer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,500.
It looks like a mix of civilian and M-38 parts.
“1952 Willys M38, Restored, no rust, runs great, only 8k miles.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3800.
This still runs and drives. It has the wrong tailgate though and few minor mods.
“NO FRILLS, JUST A NICE REALIABLE VEHICLE USED FOR HUNTING EVERY YEAR. HAS WATERPROOF IGNITION,EXTRA WHEELS,JEEP STAMPED ON TAILGATE. WASN’T LICENSED UNTIL 52OR53 BY CO NAT GUARD”
This looks like a solid combo.
“Once retired from service with the military, this M38 Willys was used by a city in Colorado as a spray vehicle until purchased by a civilian here in Kansas and partially restored. Jeep runs and drives very well. All lights work, including trailer lights. Jeep has good tires, as well as trailer; one tire is new. Includes a new vinyl top and doors. Must be purchased as a set.”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: Was “Make offer”
The CJ-5/M-38A1 and the red M-38 have been sold. Only the blue M-38 is left.
(09/05/2012) “Has a small block Ford engine. Needs lot’s of work Hasn’t been on road since the eightys. Doen’t run selling as is. $700. Will take your junk cars in trade.”
No pics provided.
“ld army jeep runs good. Call Dwayne 302-228-5763”
UPDATE: Still Available
(07/26/2012) I’m gonna guess that this is a M-38 body and front clip on a CJ-2A frame and possibly drive train. The gas inlet looks more civilian than military though. The tailgate is civilian, too.
“For Sale : 1946 M-38 WWII-era Jeep : $6500
One of a Kind, Good Condition, Runs Great, Fresh Paint, New Tires…
There’s not too many of these around and it won’t take long to sell…
Asking $6500 or best offer.
For more details contact Pete at 847-772-4949 (cell phone)”
http://chicago.craigslist.org/nch/cto/3183591868.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
This has surface rust, but it appears solid. This has some unusual seat covers.
“1950 M38 Willys Jeep, Hard top, straight 4 cylinder, 24 volt system. 90-95% original, good mechanical shape, needs body work. Heater already added to jeep.”
Frank found himself a rare M-38CDN and offered to share some photos.
He writes, “Just wanted to let you know that after looking for one of these since 1979/80, I finally aquired an m-38. a candian one at that! I’m quite excited about that, because only 2135 were ever built between feb and nov ’52. I found it on kijiji.ca in Fort st. john,BC. that’s 700km (460 mi.) from my place in Edmonton. I Drove out with my trailer to look at it fully prepared to return empty if the jeep was a rust bucket. It would have been a 1000 mi trip for nothing. Needless to say, it was not a wasted trip. I’s nearly all there, but the data plates and gauges got sand blasted by a previous owner; not the guy i bought it from. It’s 24 volt still and has almost all the stuff needed for fording. I’m sending a few shots of the trip and the jeep at home. I’ll keep you up to date on the resto. I’m looking to make it as stock as possible but also use it as a driver.”
UPDATE: Sold. Was listed at $8000.
This looks like a solid M-38. The title is TN, but I believe Winchester is in KY.
“Nice running M38 jeep, 1952 model with Tennessee title, new tires, new batteries and recently rebuilt engine. No trades”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3500.
Now, this is a barn find. Plenty of rust and work needed though.
“1952 willys military jeep needs restoration,it has set for 19yr it is the most complete and original project jeep that I know of in this area,24 volts,most lights work genorator charges engine runs will drive won’t stop needs metal brake line, also needs batereys.floor has been patched under gas tank and passenger floor it is patched well enough for a driver but would recomend replacing with factory floor pans for a show vehicle. Original wheels have been widend to 6 or 8 in wide I would trade the wheels even for a stock set if anyone would be interested,I am asking 3500$ for the jeep as it sets,bill of sale no title located in monterey tn 38574,its about 4hr drive from atlanta 931 349 5022 thanks,8/12 update I put a fresh coat of od paint on it this week end I will ad a couple current pics,hope to replace the leaky water pump,spark plugs and a couple rusty brake lines this week,I am fixing this jeep as a driver but it would be a great frame off restoration project for someone,thanks again.8/23 as the jeep sets it needs several brake lines replaced,also needs 2 batereys and gas tank repaired,right now it is running on a boat tank,as is 3500$ absolute bottom dollar,it will be a few more weeks before I have tkime to work on it again 931 349 5022 monterey tn 38574 ”
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/cto/3242447547.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.
This might be a M-38 on a MB Chassis. It runs, too.
“1945 MB 38 military Jeep. Runs and drives (just barely!) needs total restoration. 4 cyl 134 CI motor, T-90 trans. Military tires. Some extra parts. No top, great project. Will consider trade for 30 hp to 40 hp good outboard motor. Will try to post pictures when I figure out how to do it $1,200 or BO ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was listed at $2900.
“I have a 1951 M38 Wyllis Jeep M38 that is driveable. I have a clear and clean Tennessee title in hand all numbers are matching with vehicle plates and title except for the motor which is a later 50’s model overhead cam 4 cylinder it has aftermarket lock out hubs installed; all of this was done prior to me owning. Transmission, rearend’s, body and frame are all original. The body is solid and straight. This vehicle is in exceptional condition for it’s age.”
**SOLD** Was $7000
(02/11/2011) Looks likes a nice build.
“1953 Jeep Willys M-38. MSD ignition. Full Linex tub and roll bar. Roll bar mounted to frame. Rear undermount fuel cell. Seat belts. All Aluminum dash, wheels, exterior fender wells, radiator, and other engine parts. Stainless steel diff cover and steering linkage. 4point suspension. Warn High/Low Overdrive transfer case. 3 speed transmission. Power steering and brakes. CD/radio. Buick V6 “Dauntless” racing engine. Flomaster mufflers. Also have many miscellaneous parts to go with… such as, hood, tailgate, window frame, axles, frame, doors, etc. Please call six zero one, 529, four five four one or reply to email. Thanks!”
It looks good from a distance, but no close up images provided.
“Reluctantly selling my 1951 Willys M38 Army Jeep. This jeep is almost entirely original, so it is a steal at this price, well below NADA. You will see fully restored jeeps for $15,000 or more. This jeep is well on its way, but much more affordable. This jeep runs great, 4X4 is operational, will climb anything and go anywhere. Great for four wheeling, hunting, or just cruising around town. It has the famous 3 speed, flat four engine. Many parts of this jeep have been restored to original condition, including new seat covers (original canvas style), new headlights and blackout lights, new tires, new windshield/gasket, and much more. Garage kept.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/3213102585.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Here’s a very nice M-38.
“In the mid nineties I did a complete body off frame restoration of this M38 over a period of 4 years spending hundreds of hours. Every part was sandblasted and refurbished with NOS and new parts used where needed to restore to original.Included is a full winter enclosure with doors and side curtains.Also included are copies of the TM9-1804A, TM9-8012, ORD 9 SNL G-8012 and an original copy of TM9-1804B dated 1952, also original jack, handle, lug wrench and canvas pouch. The engine was rebuild with new rod and main bearings, valves reground, new pistons and rings, all new gaskets and seals. The transmission and transfer case were disassembled and necessary parts replaced and new seals and gaskets. Same goes for front and rear axels and drive shafts. New brake cylinders, lines, mastercylinder and shoes were installed.
NOS (new old stock) parts are as follows: radiator, air filter and precleaner, tail gate, driver and passenger seat frames, front floor panel, spare tire rack gas can holder, top bow and brackets, 24 volt recep, underhood battery box, tool box door, seat springs, vacumn wipers, vehicle data plates, cold weather primer, muffler and tail pipe, waterproof light switches, shackles on front and rear bumpers and other small items.
A complete new waterproof wiring harness using original douglas connectors was added. two new 12 volt batteries have just been bought. All of the waterproof vent system was replaced
The old gas tank was replaced with a new repro and sealed on the inside.
Some of the features are: 24 volt electrical system with one 12v battery under the hood and another mounted in the cowl area. The distributor, spark plugs, starter, generator, horn, all electrical are waterproof along with the engine and drive train. The blackout light on the fender and all blackout lights are functional, new windshield glass and weatherstripping added, new welting added between body parts, new shocks front and rear.
Every effort was made to restore as original as possible. Since restoration I have only put about 20 miles on it mostly trailering to car shows. In 1996 It won the peoples choice award at the Ga MVPA rally in Helen, Ga. It has always been garaged. I have the original Tenn clear title dated 1980. Ga does not require a title on avehicle this age.”
