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Runs, but needs work.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/403872524464959
“I have an M38 for sale Has a Ford 289 in it with the factory 3 speed Runs but doesn’t have brakes Tub is pretty solid, you can stand in it. I got it as a project and never got around to it, HMU for more information…OBO I’ll write a bill of sale”
It’s a project listed at a dealership, but dealer notes they are just trying to help out the family.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1279730029212041
“1952 Jeep Willys project vehicle has new tires locker rear hubs as well as front small black v8 motor winch etc been in storage for three plus years owner passed away time for it to have a new life again obviously it doesn’t run no distributor cap has been in storage don’t know what it needs to get going not interested in trying literally helping out the family come take a look!”
This is awesome! Lots of interesting mods on this gas/service station vehicle.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/colfax-1951-willys-jeep-cj2a/7364049159.html
“1951 Willys CJ2a
Chevy v8 conversion
Was converted to a service vehicle by local county
Has air compressor and tank, water tank and oil tank with hoses.
Heater
Everything works
Jeep runs and drives”
This Bring-A-Trailer auction for a rare Ford-built M-38CDN was also spotted by Sam.
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1952-jeep-jeep-m38/
“This 1952 Willys M38-CDN Jeep is one of approximately 2,135 units assembled by Ford for the Canadian Armed Forces in the early 1950s, and it is powered by a 2.2-liter inline-four mated to a three-speed manual transmission and a dual-range transfer case. The truck was refurbished during prior ownership and used as a museum display for approximately 20 years, and it was acquired by the seller in 2020. The green paintwork is contrasted by a lighter canvas top, and additional features include a fold-down windshield, body-color steel wheels, and reproduction canvas seat covers. The engine was rebuilt in 2020, and the fuel and vacuum pump was replaced in 2021. This Willys Jeep is now offered with accessories, a tool kit, historical literature, and a British Columbia registration document listing the truck as a 1952 Ford Pickup.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800.
Lacks a title.
“Real M38 Jeep in fair condition, very rusty but restorable.
Engine and transmission are removed but included
Additional parts included also
No Title, Have paperwork to get one”
Might be worth a look, especially if it includes the winch.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/198013002250705
“1953 Jeep m38 only 47,000 made-$3,500”
For a “showroom condition” jeep, this could use better pics.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1414274432273695
“completely Restored showroom condition cost over 25k”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(06/04/2021) There’s some value here, just unclear how much.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1101409297016594
“Military, parts Jeep or fixer up, no motor and no radiator.”
It’s hard to see how much floor rust is here.
https://hartford.craigslist.org/pts/d/new-britain-1950s-m38-jeep/7334523808.html
“Hi I have a 1950s Jeep M38. It needs to be fully restore, body needs work some rust as seen on the pictures. I don’t have the time to fix it. Serious seller, please don’t waste my time with stupid ?”
Doesn’t run at the moment.
https://flagstaff.craigslist.org/cto/d/camp-verde-1951-m38-willys-jeep/7335155019.html
“This listing is for this M38 Jeep posted in the pictures, along with MANY extra parts. Does not run at this time, but, was running when it went into storage.”
Mark spotted this promising looking project.
https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/d/connersville-1948-military-jeep-m38a/7334575808.html
“1948 Willys M38A, Motor is out and in the back this will be a full restore.”
This appears to have a replacement body, as it’s a mix of M-38 and MB styles. Also, it shouldn’t have full-floaters (though I think there are a useful add).
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/17943834073099
“1951 Willies Jeep with extras.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/16/2021) Engine is frozen.
https://atlanta.craigslist.org/wat/pts/d/powder-springs-1948-willys-jeep-cj2a-m38/7313623287.html
“year is unceratain. For parts or restore . Cleanest 1940s 4×4 you will ever see. No rust any where. Engine stuck. Good brakes. gas tank is clean. tie rod is bent, look under grill picture. it still steers though. No paperwork. Bill of sale. Year is what guy I got it from said. You will have to judge for your self.”
Needs some work to be a legal driver.
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/dak/for/d/prior-lake-willys-m38/7327177556.html
“Selling my M38 G-740 Korean War jeep. Great candidate for restoration or drive as is. T-90 3 speed transmission hi-lo and 4×4 in and out. Clean title in my name ready to transfer. These jeeps are better than any side by side UTV hands down. New tires and new “correct exhaust”. The jeep could use brake and steering adjustments. Lights aren’t hooked up. It has all the data plate minus one. Has the data plate behind the passenger seat too. Runs strong, will do 55+ mph. Looking for Ford GPW or parts.”
The CJ-5 has some vintage Allstate-branded Husky hubs.
https://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/d/louisburg-1951-willys-military-jeep-and/7328511157.html
“1951 M38 Jeep Project It Has A New Tub, Springs, Shocks And Steering Linkage. The Motor Is A F134 Hurricane”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
(04/22/2021) The body of the M-38 might be a replacement body. It’s got driver-side indents, a sold back, and drain holes.
“I have two jeep willys for sale. Both have the original running gear still intact. The first is a 1952 with a clean texas title. It runs but the battery and cables aren’t the greatest so it’s easier to roll start it right now. The tires are good for pasture use but not for the road. It’s a pretty good jeep for a restoration if you’re looking for one to love on. The brakes need an overhaul and the fuel tank needs attention, we use an external tank on it. The second one does not have a title and I’m not sure what year it is. It’s whole but needs way more love or would be good for parts and such to help with fixing up the first. It ran years ago when we parked it but it would need alot of work. I’d like to sell both together but I’m open to offers”
This is a project or parts jeep.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/251131500142305
“Willys M38 military Jeep it needs alot of work still, however it has new leaf springs, shocks, brake lines and a master cylinder and a remanufactured carter carb. I have the hood and rear tailgate as well. It has a 1957/58 studabaker champion 185 6 cylinder engine and ran before I started working on it. I am not positive of the value. I have $1500 in parts alone. She is a project military jeep. Located in Saint Anthony, Idaho.”
No description provided for this modified M-38.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/736900643664885
UPDATE: Price dropped to $8300.
(03/19/2021) This is supposed to include a lot of parts, but not many pictured.
https://flagstaff.craigslist.org/cto/d/camp-verde-1951-m38-willys-jeep/7320050576.html
“This listing is for this M38 Jeep posted in the pictures, along with MANY extra parts and an additional COMPLETE and CORRECT Army M38 engine and drive train from fan to trans spline. (There still is a model M38A1 motor in the jeep that was in it when I got it). Please SEND CONTACT PHONE NUMBER. We can discuss details and more information.”
This M-38 likely has an f-head.
https://nashville.craigslist.org/snw/d/jamestown-1952-willys-jeep/7317316228.html
“1952 Willys Jeep
Runs good. Garage kept.
Located in Jamestown, TN.
Call/Text Debbie for more information.”
Someone added some M*A*S*H references to this otherwise stock M-38.
https://modesto.craigslist.org/cto/d/hughson-1952-jeep-willy-38/7304421935.html
“Rare Korean War Jeep
1952 Willy Model M-38-CJ3A MASH
All Original…Tires, Wheels, Spare never on the ground, Military Radio, Gas Can, Canvas Top, Black out lights, Siren, Dual Batteries, Service Manuals.”
UPDAT: Price dropped to $8000.
(01/18/2021) Runs, but doesn’t stop.
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/sikeston-1951-military-willys-m38-g740/7300665316.html
“I have for sale an 1950 Willys M38 G740 military jeep. Great patina. Matching title in my name. Title number is taken from the engine. It starts and runs well. It has the original parts on it like: Engine, Transmission, Transfer case, Axles, Springs, Fenders, Hood, Grill, radiator, under hood battery box, Original m38 hard top, Spare tire carrier, Jerry can and holder, All three seats with new covers, Gas tank, original rims, bumperettes, pintle hitch, rebuilt Carb, rebuilt fuel pump, fuel tank and etc. It is still 24 volts electric. It does not stop. It does have some rust. It will need wiring harness, tires, fuel tank cleaned, radiator repaired, seals and lubricants.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000.
It doesn’t currently run, but does have the cold weather heater setup.
“1952 Willys M38 with aluminum “Arctic” doors and top. Willys Straight 4 (L134) with a 3 speed manual(T90)?, four wheel drive with low.
Gas heater that pulls from the main tank, was able to get it working for a while but currently not functioning.
Swapped to a 12v electrical system, lights, wipers, horn all work. Numerous new parts through out.
25k miles currently, not sure if it’s rolled over or not. It’s spent all but the last 4 years of its life in Alaska and has been a ton of fun to work on/drive. Family is growing and don’t have the time to take it any further, Kaiserwillys.com has everything you could ever need to restore her, or keep her as is for a ranch jeep.
I’m sure I’m forgetting plenty of info, call or text with questions or offers. Asking 8,000 OBO”
Includes a bunch of parts. Could be worth a look for someone nearby.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/52437986231821
“2 willys Jeep’s , 49&57! Green tub for flat fender is almost done, other has running gear, plus a truck load of parts!!!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3700.
(03/11/2021) This doesn’t run.
“Please do not ask if this is still available. If you’re reading this ad, it’s still available. I will take the ad down when it is sold. Willys M38, motor turns by hand, shifters shift & steering steers. I have not tried to start it. Floors are original and pretty good, there is some bondo in the rocker panels, has pattent plate and clear title in my name”
