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M-38 Tub and parts Fremont, Ca $250

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For $250, the tub looks pretty good.

“Really nice 1951 Willys flatfender original tub for sale.  This tub is rot free, but has some surface rust from sitting outside. It needs some body work, but it is a VERY good tub. LOTS OF OTHER WILLYS M38 PARTS AND JEEPS AVAILABLE.”

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/pts/2155083316.html

 
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TCU M-38 Ft. Worth, Tx Sale or Trade

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Alright football fans.  Mark spotted this unusual jeep.  A Texas Christian University fan of some type painted this flattie.  The paint appears to be in decent shape still.

“m38 jeep body with fenders, hood, 2 grilles, tailgate, bumpers, all floor panels. body only no frame or running gear.
also have dana 44 front and rear axle assys 8 lug from 3/4 ton jeep p/u. sale or trade call nine four zero – five nine seven – five zero two five for info”

http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/pts/2151358987.html

 
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Parting out 1952 M-38 Snohomish, Wa

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Lots of parts.

“I am parting my project 1952 Willys M38. I have a lot of original parts including 24 volt stuff. Give me a call and I may have what your looking for. 425-308-9185”

http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/pts/2152216381.html

 
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1952? M-38 Birmingham, Al $1000

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Needs minor parts, like an engine and brakes.

“Willys army jeep 1952? Good body very little rust needs motor and brakes.$1000 obo”

http://bham.craigslist.org/cto/2147876196.html

 
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Year? M-38 Boone, Va **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.

This appears to be a disassembled M-38.  The price is a bit high given it’s incomplete.

“1940’s Willys Jeep body in excellent condition. Comes with frame for canvas, windshield with frame, front fenders, 4 military tires on rims pumped up. $2500.00 OBO”

 
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1950 M-38 Kansas City, Mo $3500

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The price is a bit high on this project.  However, what interests me is that this appears to be a M-38 body, with the exception of a battery box.  And, this doesn’t appear to be a replacement body to me.

“1950 Willy’s Jeep CJ – 3A Serial #49445; Runs Great Needs Body Work; 3500.00 or Best Offer.”

http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/2126041009.html

 
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1951 M-38 Albuquerque, NM **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  This was purchased by a reader. Was priced at $1500

Looks solid and complete.

“1951 Willys Military Jeep for sale with original motor and very little rust. Serial number 37034, date delivered 10-51. Needs total restoration, will make a good restoration project! Owner is deploying soon and will sell for best offer.”

 
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1950 M-38 Lee’s Summit, Mo **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.

This doesn’t not run.  The seller suggests the body is solid.

“Willy Jeep for sale. Not running right now. In pretty good shape for the Model year. No title. Limited rust on the body and floor boards are good. Has a In-line 4 cylinder. Was given to me and has been in the barn for six years. Had it running a couple of years ago. Asking $1,500 for it. See pic’s and give me a call. This jeep needs to go.”

 
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1950 M-38 Mesa, AZ **SOLD*

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UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was $2900

The tires appear in good shape.

“1950 M38 Military jeep. Complete Original. Needs paint. RUNS GOOD. 2,900.00”

 

 
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1952 M-38 Philadelphia, PA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.

“For sale is a 1952 Willys M38 Korean war Army Jeep with title. It is NOT assembled, and will need to be towed from it’s current location. It is a complete package. I have all body parts including N.O.S. front fenders and grill. The original 4 Cyl engine, T-90A trans, and Spicer 18 T-Case. Both original Axles, 4 wheels and 5 BRAND NEW military tires. the Chassis currently has a Small Block Chev 350 engine and Chevy TH350 trans installed. They also go with the whole package for $2500. I have boxes and boxes of small parts, guages, lights etc… Some N.O.S. parts in there as well. This is a Great project and will come together pretty quickly with a little effort. I NEED to get this out of my shop ASAP so I am willing to bargain within reason. I can send pics upon request. This Jeep is nearly 60 years old so the body is not prefect, but for it’s age it is in very good shape. There are NO holes rusted through the floor, it is straight but shows signs of being used. There is one rust hole in the right rear corner which a patch panel can easily be found or be made for. Any questions,”

 
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1951 M-38 Durham, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.

This is a project.

“1951 Willys project . Buick 231 V6, T90, Dana 18, Dana 44 rear with 3.73s and clutch posi, Dana 27 front with 3.73s open. The jeep is sprung over with 35s on 8 inch wheels. It needs alot of work but has clear title and has non-op done. $1500.00 OBO”

 
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Year? M-38 Gunnison, Co $3900

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UPDATE:  Still Available

(09/14/2010) This may be pretty solid.

“runs good, needs brake fluid, new military tires. as is. $3900.”

http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/2109119607.html

 
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Dezer Collection: Museum & Pavillion

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UPDATE:  Both are still available.  The CJ-3B is now listed at Hemmings.

Located down in Miami, Fl, and formerly located at the Trump International Beach and Hotel, the Dezer Museum became a public museum in 2010.  It is now housed in a 250,000 square foot complex that showcases a collection of 600 cars, thousands of memorabilia items, a food court, shopping and more.

The collection currently has two jeeps.  One is a 1951 M-38 (which can be bought for $20,000) and a CJ-3B (which they have incorrectly listed as a 1951 and is for sale for $25,000)

Here are some pics of the CJ-3B:

Here are some pics of the 1951 M-38:

 
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1952 M-38 Western Georgia $800

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It looks pretty rough.

“1952 Willys M38 Jeep 4×4, Korean war jeep, all original rebuilt engine that is out of the jeep,it still has Tranny, Transfer case in the jeep. has really bad rust in pans, it’s in rough shape will need complete restoration. Call me at 404.310.6970”

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/cto/2098794793.html

 
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1952 M-38 Dublin, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.

(10/24/2010) This jeep could use a bath, but appears to be a solid jeep improved for the street and trail.  Among the updates are free floating rear hubs, a tilt wheel and a full cage.

“1952 Willys M38 – Buick 231 V6 engine, 4 Speed Manual Tranmission and rear locking differential.”

 
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1952 M-38 Arvada, Co **SOLD **

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1875. It was listed on eBay

This has a solid looking body, though there have been a few mods to it (and the rest of the jeep).

“Well I’m sure no expert on jeeps, but this m-38 jeep was almost given to me by a friend. This information is just as I’ve received it from him.

This jeep has just sat idle in a car port for the last 5 years or so. First I will list the minuses as I see them. It has not run for several years. It needs  seats (but I have the base frames).  It will require whatever sitting idle for 5 years would require. (fresh gas, tune up, fluids, battery etc). I do not have a top, or a key.

Now for some of its pluses.
This Jeep had a v-6 Buick professionally installed some years back. The install looks as if it came from the factory. (nice Job)

This jeep was running and driving well when it was last parked. It has the military 5:38 gears, axe mount, and one run “dark light”.

This jeep is almost 60 years old and not rusty. The floors, bed, and body are excellent.”

 
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Year? M-38 Hamlin, WV **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was $5000.

(11/18/2010) This looks like a real good price for a solid restoration.  This might be a good buy.

“The jeep was brought home on a trailer completely taken apart / frame off was completed. Began project around 2001. I cut out all rotted k bracing and sheet metal in the floor, replaced it with new material and mig welded into place. Spot welds reflecting areas of repairs. Jeep has always been in a garage or under a shed out of the weather since I completed it around 2003.Where good salvage parts were available I used these when replacing other older or worn parts. What is M38 tubb, frame, running gears, right fender, hood and grill, m50 antenna mount. Deep water fording kit is nos. I purchased it in the original crate. Top bows are aftermarket and maybe the rear tire mounting bracket. Most of the other parts are good salvage replacement or nos where and when I could find them. At time of original rebuild all brake lines were replaced and master cylinder was honed and rebuilt. I made a home made wiring harness as I was not sure if I would make it a 24 volt system or not and wanted to get it rolling. All fuel lines were replaced as well. It was undercoated with a coating called tool dip which is a black mastic type of undercoating and is military surplus. Fuel tank has been permanently sealed in military aircraft fuel tank sealer, also a mil surplus item. All seals were replaced and where needed suspension parts were replaced with new when original rebuild. Seat cushions were purchased new from Beachwood canvas, includes 3 lowers and the upper rear. Front uppers are original spring type for that original fell and sound. Front canvas seat covers sewn by my grandmother. No covers for rear. Windshield frame and left fender are cj3b. I began installing the rifle rack mounting but it needs to be completed. The brake shoes and brake cylinders replaced only a couple years ago and the drums turned. The brakes will stop stand and hold vehicle in place. Comes equipped with Slectro brand locking front lock in lock out hubs Engine was pulled from a 1952 cj3b. I cannot remember mileage. It is a non smoker. I purchased the jeep locally. Before pulling engine from jeep I removed oil pan and cleaned sludge from oil pan installed new gasket and replaced. Had to remove thermostat as old one was sticking. The engine has operated great since and has never let me down. It has received regular oil changes The most Recent new parts include new NAPA Battery and sporting a new paint job Army Jeep Parts WW 2 semi gloss Korean era Inoperative are wipers , horn wired but not working, fuel gauge wire not reading right, speedometer in tact but no speedometer cable. No Turn signals or wire for them but have military turn signal switch mounted on steering column …..”

 

 
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1951 M-38 Cadet, Mo $300

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Here’s a parts vehicle.

“i have for sale a 1951 willys m38 military jeep body with fenders windshiled frame and tail gate and hood would b great for accurate restoration or mud truck emails will not b answered i can b reached at 13146020899 or 16365866548 ask for andy thanks”

http://stlouis.craigslist.org/pts/2059739891.html

 
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1953 M-38 Surrey, BC, Canada $12,500

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UPDATE: Status Unknown. This looks solid.

“1953 M38 Willys Jeep 4X4, completely restored, Buick V6, custom cooling, custom exhaust, power steering, power brakes, 14” clutch, T90 transmission, ALL new brakes and bearings, heater, new upholstery, new black soft top, new stainless gas tank, new tires, AIR CARED and more in excellent condition A MUST SEE $12,500.”

 
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1952 M-38 Keene, NH **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.

(09/26/2010) The parts look in good condition.

“restoration project just out of storage. body and frame in new origional condition. jeep is sold without electrical system and powertrain. must see to appreciate, looks like it was removed from the assembly line in 1952! no rust now or ever”

 

 
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1950s M-38 Chattaroy, WA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.

(02/10/2010) Cant’ tell much from this photo.  Dan says he’s going to swing by and check this one out.

“1940’s willyz jeep runs great. 2500 or best offer.”

 

 
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1946? M-38 Chico, Ca $4500

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This is listed as a 1946, but is at least partly M-38.

“1946 Willy’s Jeep in good condition and road ready. Has a 4 cyclinder overhead engine, 3 speed standard transmission with high/low range, electric winch mounted on front and brand new A/T tires. Small amount of exterior rust damage below passenger side door.
$4,500 OBO. Call Kyle @ 940-229-4679”

http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/cto/2049542284.html

 
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1952 M-38 Boise, ID **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was $1500

(11/07/2010) This has some rough edges, but appears pretty stock.  I can check it out if necessary.

“I have a 1952-53 M38 Willys Jeep with top for sale. It has the doors and seat frames inside the interior. I had plans on restoring this to have some fun but things have changed in my life and it has to go. I am open to reasonable offers. Eamil or call me it you have any questions”

 
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1953? M-38 Wenatchee, Wa $1200

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UPDATE:  Price dropped to $1200.

“1953 but title says 1943. Has a 302 that was installed and I sold the fenders and grille that was cut for that engine. So now it has the right grille and hood but not cut so the radiator is not installed since I did not want to cut a hard to find jeep part. They only made this jeep from 51 to 53. It does have a M38 top with data plates for the top. Top is something we can deal on and does not go with the jeep. I paid $400 for the top. And the top fits 2A’s and 3A’s.  The engine runs. I ran it before I removed the radiator and other grille. Sounded good. I do have the master cylinder for the brakes which is why I never drove it. Has the wrong hood since the M38 hood should have the snorkel and jumper openings on the passenger side of the hood. Body needs a lot of welding and the back wheel wells have seperated on the drivers side since the previous owner did not weld it and just used bondo and fiberglass to keep it together. Its not a lost cause but does need a lot of work. I may have a 4 cylinder which is not a M38 that we can deal on but it needs rebuilt. All in all with some spot welds and brake fixed and radiator installed it could drive. I just have too many projects and not enough time. I would consider partial trade for hunting items or a small trailer that can haul trash and my large 4 wheeler. Something with larger tires and newer with a ramp. As I said the top and 4 cylinder are something we can deal on. This is a rare jeep of the Korean era.”

http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/2048880735.html

 
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1952 M-38? Williamsburg, MI **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500

Check out the heater between the seats.  Anyone recognize it?  There is something odd about the top rim of the passenger side of this body.  At first I thought the rear of the body had been replaced with a M-38a1/cj-5 body.  Now I think it is a way to keep the water out when the soft top doors are installed.

“I have a 1952 willies jeep m-38 1/4 ton 4×4, in real good running condition. I’m asking $5,500 o.b.o.”