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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $450.
(11/28/2011) There might be some value here.
“1950’s Willys M38 jeep for sale. Body tub is straight and rebuildable, The front floor pans are rotted out. the engine was taken apart and engine parts are long gone. Running gear is in great condition. Frame is like new, Jeep has been sandblasted and primered. Most of the 24 volt parts are there, just the light switch and voltage reguators is missing. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $700
(12/10/2011) There appears to be some value here. No motor.
“m38 willys jeep body frame only and top no motor body is fiberglass frame has been restored and painted full roll cage”
UPDATE: **SOLD**
“this is a 51 m38 willys was an old navy jeep has been in storage since the 70’s has a ford 289 hasnt been fired since built has new dual exaust has a new tow bar on it 2 33’s on the front the body is straight except for 1 rear corner where the spare tire caught a tree in the 70’s. there is NO rust in this jeep has an extra front fenders and hood. the old bumpsteer was removed and a regular steeringbox installed this is 90% there. this engine hasnt been started since installed there is no wireing so please dont ask if it runs!!!! has original running gear except engine. dana 25 front dana 44 rear and the t 90 tranny seats have been recovered
the bad
needs wireing harness
needs new mastercylinder and brake lines hooked up
clutch adjusted”
UPDATE: Was available for $3000. **SOLD**
This looks pretty stock. It looks like it would restore pretty well.
“I have for sale a 1951 willys M38 Flatfender jeep. For sale is one of the most rare flatfender jeeps made, it is a true M38 military version, not a CJ title says M38. I believe they only made these for 2 years and it was the last of the flatfendered body style. This one has a very solid body with very minor and easy to fix rust, runs great, has a 4 cyl and 4 speed trans out of a later military jeep. has the original military axles with 5.38 gears. new guages (tach, volts, fuel, engine temp, oil pressure) mounted in the factory location. Has a rattle can OD green paint job, mile marker front lockout hubs, 235/85/16 tires but have a set of original military tires that go with it. Also have a metal top/cab that is available seperately. motor starts on the first crank but air/fuel ratio needs adjusted but runs good overall, needs a rear wheel cylinder but before that blew the brakes were strong. really a nice rare jeep for the money, would make a good restorer. please txt 712-263-zero-three-five-seven or reply to the ad with any questions. Thanks for looking. price is firm I dont need to sell it just want more room ”
http://omaha.craigslist.org/cto/2741941030.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3000
(11/28/2011) This appears to be a custom M-38 with a Bobcat fiberglass hood.
“I bought this off of a car lot a year ago, but, haven’t really done anything with it. My wife won’t ride in it nor let my daughter, so, looking for something else more “Family Friendly”. Guess we just aren’t an old jeep family. I’m not sure the exact year because it was green tagged by the state patrol and assigned a new vin/title. It is titled as a 1978 homemade jeep. This is the way I bought it from Biddle Chevrolet’s used car lot.
It is a 1950-52 M38 Willys military jeep that has been rebuilt/modified over the years. The body is fairly solid with some rust bubbles. It was painted in Imron 15+ years ago. I have a box of receipts dating back to the ’70s. It has an F head 4cylinder with the stock 3 speed and transfer case as well as a Warn overdrive. Everything seems to work. Front seats, steering wheel, tires/wheels look to be new. Not hacked too badly like many jeeps I looked at before buying this one. Top in good shape, jeep just needs a good home and someone who likes to tinker, starter is temperamental (you will be too at 60 years old).
I’d like a quad, should be close to equivalent value (or cash with it) with a title.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/2738661782.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000. Has a replacement body.
(11/12/2011) I think this is a M-38 with ‘Willys’ painted onto the hood.
“Willys Jeep needing to sell it has a warn overdrive new body new short block no bondo or rust at all Has no top needs rebuilt carb and brake master cylinder road worthy lights all new and working turn signals good seats redone”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000
(10/23/2011) Apparently comes with lots of parts.
“Genuine 1951 Military Issue Willys Jeep. Runs. In good shape. New carburator and distributor. Comes with lots of authentic replacement components (tires, hubs, rims, doors, transfer case, and differential among other stuff).”
This could use a tailgate.
“Early 1950’s M38 Jeep (originally thought to be 1953 CJ3A)
Asking Price:
$5,500 – will consider reasonable offers
USED as is
More Pictures at : https://picasaweb.google.com/116061952403872734490
It starts and runs fine, it does leak oil, brakes are fine (took forever to get those right) tires are good, etc. The oil leakage is somewhat minor, just needs some TLC and maybe a gasket kit. The windshield has cracks from being dropped when lowered.
These jeeps are quickly becoming unavailable due to rust, and people just scrapping them or not letting them go. This one is still in decent shape and mostly original.
The jeep is in the Alamo Heights area and I would be glad to show it, just let me know when you want to see it. Please reply to the link in the advertisement.”
http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/2718242170.html
The seller notes a serial number of 122349 and a year of 1946. However, Neither the VIN nor the year corresponds to a M-38.
“This is a M38 Willys Jeep that has been TOTALLY restored from the ground up. Just about everything on this Jeep is brand new. New tires, body, seals, canvas, shackles, seats, rubber seals, hoses, brake lines, brakes, wheel cylinders, exhaust, bumpers, etc. The Jeep is practicaly brand new as if it just came off the assembly line in Toledo. Original parts were sandblasted to insure it would look like brand new. The Jeep as you can see has been used in many parades and has been on display in Jeep dealerships in OH, WV, PA, KY, IN, MI and more. The Jeep comes with the M100 trailer that has also been fully restored. Reason I am selling it is we have three more of these in our yard to restore plus we haven’t had much of a demand for the Jeep for parades and such this past year and instead of putting it in storage for the winter I decided to sell it. You can see the complete restore process by going to www.DisplayJeeps.com/M38 The title we have says 1946 but the Jeep is an M38 other than it has been converted to 12 volts. Starts everytime and runs like a champ.”
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120817512127+&viewitem=
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1995
(10/27/2010) “Up for sale is my ’51 Willys M38. Think of it as a beefed up CJ3.
NADA Classic Car Price Guide (for the civilian version- the CJ3) lists low retail @ $4,489.
This vehicle runs and drives and I have a clear title.
Has a Ford “Pinto” 4 cylinder with good power but it needs a tuneup. Original transmission and 4X4components are in place and working and there are working manual front hubs.
THE GOOD:
– body (tub and fenders) and hat channels are very solid.
– frame is solid.
– windshield frame is original and solid but the glass is cracked.
– 4 new off road tires mounted on new wagon wheels.
– newish gas tank.
– newish muffler/tailpipe.
– brand new battery.
THE BAD:
– has a civilian CJ hood but it’s in good shape.
– hand painted
– brakes are very weak- probably needs cylinders and perhaps master cylinder rebuilt
I’ve decided to use my spare time for my boys not my toys. I don’t need to sell so PLEASE NO LOW BALL OFFERS. My price if fair.
This Jeep obviously came originally from somewhere that they don’t rust much.
Please no calls after 8PM. I will consider delivering within 50 miles of Baltimore.
James; 240- five two oh- 4632.”
http://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/2713061619.html
This looks like a good deal.
“Two flat-fender 1952 Willys M38 Jeeps. One is an original (except for tires/wheels) olive-drab military jeep with a 24-volt system (see the four pictures below). The other is an M38 that was used as a fire department. brush truck and converted to a 6-volt system and has an old L-head civilian engine (sorry, no pictures available). I am selling these jeeps as “parts vehicles” only and are sold “as is” and “where is.” Call (203) 605-4857.”
http://newhaven.craigslist.org/cto/2708507709.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5900.
This looks good.
“1952 Willys Jeep, great condition, runs good, great for hunting lease.”
This is advertised as a 1942, but clearly isn’t. The irony is that the seller is asking buyers to do their research and see how rare this is. I suppose a 1942 M-38 really is rare.
“This is your chance to own a true piece of history. This Jeep is rare for a few reasons,its a Marine jeep, it’s a 1942 but its also a factory PROTOTYPE GENERATOR jeep, meaning that it was designed to power a MASH unit emergency electricity. Although its not currently installed in the Jeep, WE DO HAVE IT. As far as we know it still works, and it comes with jeep. This jeep runs of multi fuels. The tires are brand new, the Jeep runs and drives like new. Clean under this on, it has been in the family since the early 60’s and has been garaged and rarely driven, it has been restored here and there but mostly just a super fine example of a rare jeep, WITHOUT the body filler that most of them have. You will be pleased to own this Jeep. We believe this one belongs in a museum , but due to family needing the money we must sell it. This jeep is so nice, and runs great. It is perfect for shows or parades. It is always started once or twice a week and backed out of the garage and moved back in again. It has the PTO system with whinch on front and rear. Also included in this auction is a large MASH unit tent heater that is also multi fuel, it looks to have never been used and is VERY rare. Please feel free to have a appraiser come out and look at this beauty before you bid. This Jeep is NOT for-sale locally so it shouldn’t get gone before the auction ends. However if it meets the reserve I will end the auction early and sell to the highest bidder, But the transaction will still be made through ebay only. Please do not bid if you don’t have the money, this is a family owned jeep that means a lot to us, so please don’t play games with us, either buy it or don’t. No hard feelings. The SN/VIN#IS MC34211 and its a TP25 Generator Prototype Jeep. Please do your research and discover just how rare it really is. This Jeep still has its minor war pings in the body hear and there (we did not want to get rid of those) why use body filler if you dont need it? This jeep is a blast to own and drive. If you have any other questions please feel free to ask me, I can be reached by text at 205-520-4782 or via email. I have included pictures of the generator powering unit and the multi fuel tent heater, also include is a Marine tool box. Buyer is Responsible for any shipping/ transporting cost”
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220890197414+&viewitem=
UPDATE: Still Available
(08/24/2011) This looks good. I wonder if there are any docs to back up the ‘four star general’ claim.
“1951 WILLYS ALL ORGINAL MILITARY JEEP….
US ARMY FOUR STAR GENERALS PERSONAL JEEP. 3 SPEED, 4 WHEEL DRIVE, 4 CYLINDER FLATHEAD MOTOR. THIS JEEP HAS BEEN MADE TO RUN GREAT AND LOOKS SHARP USING ONLY ORGINAL ITEMS.
E-MAIL FOR MORE PICTURES AND MORE INFORMATION.”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/2670939660.html
All four are projects.
“Four jeep rojects: 1944 Willys MB current tags, torn down/ wrong frame & grill, engine runs, new wiring harness. 1946 CJ2A Titled, frame restored, all new brakes, original top with bows. 1951 M-38 excellent body #10266 and chassis, engine generator, starter. CJ3-A parts, full running gear with rear pto. $7000 for all. Will separate projects.”
http://siouxfalls.craigslist.org/cto/2687664016.html
UPDATE: Was $800. **SOLD**
(08/24/2011) It is a project.
“Selling a project of mine that I never got started on:
Complete body, Great Glass Great aftermarket roll bar.
Both axles, Wheels, And Tires. leaf springs shackles…
Frame / Grill / lights / tank…
Tilt steering column
miscellaneous Parts…
No eng/Trans.
Jeep hasnt been registered for 10 years so no dmv penalties.
Call or text 661343 sixsixthreeeight …OBO…”
This looks nice.
“Found in a barn 20 years ago, have been slowly restoring it over that long time. Runs and drives fine. This one originally came with an aluminum officers insulated cab. It was built in the middle of the only 60k that were produced. All Beechwood canvas original interior and top. Used only in parades and shows, have trophies.”
http://hartford.craigslist.org/cto/2665272943.html
Paul forwarded me some images from a friend of his who built this hunting jeep for a client. I think there is some nice work here. Thanks Paul! My weapons specialist gf thought it was very cool!
Paul wrote, “this M-38 was built by a friend of mine (Rob Fife), who is a master at fabrication. He restored the M-38 for a customer, who then decided he wanted a hunting rack on it. He built the frt/rear racks to be quick attach, with quick pins, and the rear seat mounts on pedestals so it can be used front or rear. Then the customer decided he wanted to use in parades so gun mounts were added for (3) airsoft m60’s for crowd control. It handles good and isn’t too top heavy.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3800
The back seats are unusual, but it looks good otherwise.
“I HAVE A VERY GOOD JEEP AND ITS A FACTORY MILITARY WILLYS USED TO MOVE PLANES ON BASE . AND IT HAS 4CYL,4X4,NEW CARB,AND CAN DRIVE ANY PLACE . CALL IF YOU HAVE CASH , AND THE PRICE IS ALREADY LOW ! IT SHOULD BE $5500 BUT ITS NOT SO LIKE I SAID NO BLOW HARDS PLEASE AND YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE SO DONT CALL THANKS”
This might be a M-38.
“Call or txt for more info 806-576-9279”
http://amarillo.craigslist.org/cto/2654254890.html
Looks like a fine offroad rig.
“Fresh build on this little rock buggy
F Head Motor
Three Speed,
Has lots of extras…includung new tires
Runs and drives great!
208-651-7824”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/2646773771.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8900.
This looks good.
“Restored 1951 M38 Willy’s Army Jeep – Ser. No. 24,675 MFG 9-51The M38 only had a two year production run, during which time only 62,329 were built (compared with the nearly 650 thousand MBs and GPWs build during WWII). Has several unique characteristics compared to the WWII jeep. First with 24 volt electrical system, first one piece windshield, first to have 7×16 tires instead of 6×16, last and best of flat fendered jeeps, last of the flat head 4 cylinder engines, first jeep with true fording capabilties(sealed sparkplugs and distributer) when equipped with a snorkel and tail pipe extension and of course the removable tailgate.
Though restored, this has been changed to a 12 volt system and does not have the sealed(water proof) plugs. So here is an M38 that not only looks good, but is road ready.”
This sure looks like a M-38 to me.
“For Sale: A 1947 Willys Jeep. Runs and drives, good brakes, original 4 cylinder flat head engine, 4×4, no top, $2950”
http://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/2636374520.html
This still needs some work.
“i have a 51 m38 been in storage since the 70’s all stock except for a new ford 289 never fired. new exhaust was an old navy jeep. seats have been redone right now the willys is stripped to metal didn’t want to paint it not sure what color new owner might like. the front fenders hood and windshield are all painted OD green. i was going to build a wheeler but this m38 is in way too good of shape for me to beat up.. has a new tow bar on it.has original dana 25 and dana 44 axles no longer has bump steer been converted. the bad…..needs wiring harness needs brake master cylinder and clutch hooked hooked up. this willys is in really good shape for the year. pass side rear in the early 70’s drive caught the spare tire carrier on a tree and rippled the corner a bit. where the windshield sits is a little wavy… will send pics if interested. there is a spare hood and front fenders also not pictures is the half roll bar”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/mcy/2627823464.html
This looks in good shape.
“Red flat fender Jeep with white metal top and tow bar. Body and frame in very good condition. Drive train is all original and functional. All electrical is operational. Call Harry at (520) 490-1520”
http://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/2612835608.html
