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Jon shared this rare Canadian M-38A1. It will take some work to get this going.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/381267839301928/
“Needs window,clutch,heater, gas tank, batteries Not running. Hasn’t run in years but engine rotates.”
CJ-5s:
M-38A1s:
Looks in good shape. It’s been converted to 12 volt.
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/d/alta-loma-1952-jeep-willys-m38a1/6887872057.html
“1952 Willyʼs Jeep m38a1 navy Jeep in navy grey fully restored runs and drives great straight body no rust California jeep electrical has been converted to 12V runs and drives great”
Looks solid.
https://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/cto/d/farmington-1953-willys-jeep-m38a1/6882356929.html
“1953 Willys military jeep m38a1
I’ve owned this jeep for 2 years , was restored 15 years ago by previous owner, i’ve only driven it a few times to car shows & parades, currently plated & insured. I don’t drive it enough to keep it. It’s a 7 on a scale from 0 to 10.
A lot was done when restored,
new tires (5)
new complete wiring harness
has canvas top on it now but has complete new full canvas included ( top, doors, sides )
military paint with military markings
new drive line parts, tie rods, u-joints, brake lines, radiator
many take off parts that were saved when replaced
new batteries with battery tender & master disconnect switch”
Includes a trailer. Some more pics would be helpful.
https://toledo.craigslist.org/atq/d/toledo-1960-jeep-trailer/6884496748.html
“M38A1 Jeep & M-100 Military trailer
Rebuilt engine and everything works fine”
CJ-5s:
M-38A1s:
UPDATE: Here’s another press photo showing the M-38A1D. This photo also appears on a 1960 spec sheet comparing the M-38A1, the M-274, and the XM443E1.
View all the information on eBay
“This is an original press photo. Davy Crockett, Front Line Atomic Weapon on Jeep. Davy Crockett, the latest front line atomic weapon developed for infantry troops, can be carried by a crew of three or transported easily by Jeep. A recoilless rifle, the David Crockett is a short range weapon capable of lobbing a conventional or atomic warhead into nearby enemy positions. U.S. Army. Photo measures 10 x 8.25 inches. Photo is dated 06-12-1960. ”
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Original Post Feb 14, 2013: The photograph highlights a M-38A1D model also known as the Davy Crocket.
This late model M-38A1 might make a good project.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/d/saratoga-1963-willys-m38a1-jeep/6879422120.html
“M38A1 military Jeep for sale is not running but was when parked. The Jeep is 24volt and mostly original.
Has very little to none rot or rust. Has the two front and one rear seat and windshield and all the gauges.
Engine is the F head 4 cylinder, T-90 manual trans and all the running gear is stock.
Needs to be gone through and is an excellent restoration candidate. The M38A1 is the same as a CJ-5 but with a heavy duty frame that has the front section boxed. Priced to sell for either parts or restoration.
Can be flat towed or on a dolly.”
CJ-5s:
M-38a1s:
UPDATE: Still Available.
(01/13/2019) This M-38A1 is equipped with some Runck manufactured body protectors (the black three black strips on each side of the jeep) and a Runck rear bumper (and possibly front bumper).
https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/d/dayton-jeep-m38a1/6877242338.html
“1955 WILLYS M38A1 FRAME OFF RESTORATION, NEW REPRODUCTION TUB, LINE-X INTERIOR TUB, REBUILT ENGINE F134, FRONT DISC BRAKES, ELECTRONIC REGULATOR 24 VOLT SYSTEM,”
Could be a good price for the right person.
https://westernmass.craigslist.org/pts/d/wales-jeep-collection/6871713526.html
“Liquidating my Jeep collection. This is a package deal because I want them out of my yard. 2000 Jeep Cherokee 4.0L, 1998 Jeep Cherokee 4.0L & 1965 M38A1 Army Jeep. These are for “parts/ as is” condition. The Cherokee’s both ran last year but will need work. The Army jeep hasn’t run in years. I have title for both Cherokees the army Jeep is on a bill of sale due to the age.”
CJ-5s:
M-38A1s:
CJ-5s:
M-38A1s:
Not sure how much value is here, but it looks like multiple models for sale. I have included a phone number in the ad below for those folks not on FB.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2042274882733443/
“I’m posting this post for a friend. His father passed away and left him with a life long collection of old Army Jeeps and everything Jeep parts. He also collected a few other old cars, wheels, tires, “real original baby moon hubcaps” as well as many, many other wheel covers for all kinds of old cars. Come walk through 6 acres of parts, cars, Jeeps, Jeep parts , ect. He also has more parts in Montgomery in Pops old garage and under the homes he owned. Call Mike at [hidden information] or Howard at 235-4979.”
CJ-5s:
M-38A1s:
Here’s another M-38A1 with the extended rear. It looks to be a ’52 or early 1953.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/434930443981897/
“I really hate to part with this project, but I just have too many. This is an original military type jeep but what makes it even more rare is that it was extended in the back like a scrambler for some special purpose. (not a cj6 because they were extended between the wheels and this one is extended in the back. As you can see it it has the military dash board, windsheild, front grill, cut out for battery box and heavy duty suspension and steering components. It looks like someone modified it at some point with a Buick Dauntless V6 225 and it ran when i parked it here.
It needs a new floor and i have another tub with a great floor that i was going to cut out and put in this one but never got around to it. This would be such a great head turner project with just some big tires and a great military type paint job or like with any jeep, whatever you can emagine. Call me to take a look at it. I garantee you will not find another one like this! Almost forgot. I have a half cab top for this thing so it could look like a pickup if you like.”
CJ-5s:
M-38A1s:
CJ-5s:
M-38A1s:
No pics provided.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/pts/d/sultan-m38a1-collection/6859985753.html
“I am moving & selling my Willys M38A1 projects. There are 2 titles & enough parts to build 2 rigs & extra parts left over. 3 frames, extra axles, transmissions, transfer cases, fuel tanks, 3 windshields, seats, 2 roll bars, etc. One of the Willys is in the middle of being rebuilt & will roll around. It has tires on it & has been lifted & the frame has been boxed & it is set up with an adapter to put a small block Chevy in it. The body has been media blasted, but was never primered & has been stored outside for the past few years so it has surface rust on it. The other one is completely disassembled. Only selling because of the move. Call or text. Thanks.”
CJ-5s:
M-38A1s:
This does not have a title or the rifle.
https://boston.craigslist.org/sob/cto/d/plympton-willys-m38a1c/6854032435.html
“Rare 1954 M38A1C has all the right suspension and accessory brackets for recoilless rifle.
Runs good, new brakes, working lights and gauges.
Needs tires.
I do not have the rifle and it is not titled.”
Seems like this is in good shape for the price.
https://reno.craigslist.org/cto/d/tyro-1953-willys-military/6850354941.html
“1953 Willy’s military jeep. Don’t know much about it. Has a winch on the front it’s an older one. Bikini top tires are in great shape about 75% it runs. Comes with extra carb fuel pump and an extra engine. Was told it was rebuilt took the valve cove off and it looks to have been rebuilt. And never run. The engines are 4 cylinder. Can’t locate the vin # so selling as parts. The title is California .”
It runs and drives.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/tracy-1957-willys-m38a1/6854402776.html
“1957 Jeep Willys m38a1 all original runs drives engine tranny transfer case and axles where gone through and rebuilt about 5-6 years ago selling as take all or parts would rather someone take the whole thing it does not have a title can not be registered use on ranch or in parades or as parts run has rust aluminum fuel cell under drivers seat”
CJ-5s:
M-38A1s:
CJ-5s:
M-38A1s: