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”

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

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: 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…”

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

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

It runs and drives and, best of all, is a chick magnet (so says the seller)!  To the seller’s credit, he does not recommend driving this on the open road in its current condition, so you will have to find your chicks in the woods (I guess).  the seller lists this as a CJ-2A, but the body suggest it is a M-38.

“i’ve got a 1947 cj2a willys, titled, and currently registered and insured with the state of nc thanks to our state’s lack of a safety inspection!   The body had rust holes in it but the floor boards are pretty good.

The frame has rusted, broken, and been “repaired” by joe dirt, and has since broken again on both sides towards the front.
The engine smokes and it was having overheating issues… could be as easy as the radiator, could be as bad as a headgasket or cracked head… no clue…

Transmission grinds a lot and pops out of 2nd gear. Transfer case is a CHAMP! works great. Brakes work good most of the time but could use some work, just like everything else on the jeep.

Steering is as loose as the hooker you can find most nights at castle and front st. yikes! wheels and tires are good. but the windshield is broken….

lights work. it has a sweet oooooooga horn. and it has seat frames! toss some pizza boxes on them and you’re good to go!
oh, and ALL the gauges were replaced with new ones last summer. fuel sending unit is not currently installed, but gauge is. speedometer cable came loose last week when i was driving it…. just as it clicked past 500 miles which is all i’ve driven it since i bought it a year ago and put it together. spent about $500 on gauges and switches.

all wiring is new with all new switches. far from perfect, but very functional and fused.  battery is 1 year old.  gm 12v alternator is 1 year old. electronic distributor is 1 year old. screw points, i’m not smart enough to adjust them.

starter was rebuilt by alternator specialist about 6 months ago. i’m assuming it has a warranty? not sure but that cost me about $275 as it was originally a 6v starter and is now 12v

this thing has been a blast for the last year. i bought it with the plans to make it road worthy and reliable and after seeing how much work it needed i decided i’d drive it until i broke it. well, it’s about to break if it doesn’t get some tlc so it’s time to sell it! buy her, fix her up, and turn a nice profit or fix it up enough to drive it to the bar and make all your friends jealous…

entire thing is spray painted sweeeet od green…. and i mean the entire thing…. wheels, shocks, tub, frame, brakes, wires, engine, everything that the paint would stick to

Asking $1500 for it, as is. i’ve got the title sitting in front of me, ready to go! i’ll drive it to your house if you don’t live too far from my place in ogden….. or you can trailer it home. i would not suggest driving this on the open road as it sits right now. she takes a little getting used to ;)”

http://wilmington.craigslist.org/cto/2614421816.html

I can’t see the tool indents on the passenger side.  Or is that just me?

“1952 Willys M38 Jeep in good shape, no rust. Has a recent rebuilt and balanced buick 235 V6. All running gear in good shape. Rancho suspension. Lockrite lockers. Warn hubs on all 4 wheel. Tow bar. New Tiger top. Full roll cage. Warn 6000 winch. Mohave heater. This is a very nice jeep. I’m selling it becuase I have too many toys and I’m just not using it. Call Mark at 541-386-7402, no emails, no scammers”

http://portland.craigslist.org/grg/cto/2602879659.html