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UPDATE: Robin noticed that this doesn’t have a battery box; yet it does have all the other characteristics of an M-38A1 body (and does not have the CJ-5 body branding). Anyone have any thoughts as to why?
This looks like a good price.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2342939469280505/
“Has hard top that can be removed new tired and brakes 6500.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $7500.
(01/11/2020) Looks solid.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2399347760317982/
“1953 Military Jeep M38A1. Selling my military jeep. Lots of work done, including, brakes, new radiator, new top, batteries, and much more.. This jeep has no rust!!. Body in great shape. A great survivor. Selling to fund another project. Has original 24 volt electrical system. Comes with Overdrive transmission/PTO. Also has side canvas doors. (Full winter top). Also has factory hard top, but do not have hard top doors.”
CJ-5s:
M-38A1s:
This project has possibilities.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2826118837454623/
“1952 Jeep Willy’s 4-cylinder M-38A motor. Motor is seized up. 24-volt system 4wd 3-speed $2950 or best off”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(12/19/2019) Various M-38A1 parts, include an M-38A1C body.
https://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/pts/d/shawnee-1950s-willys-jeeps/7050033507.html
“I have 10 Willys Jeep frames and tubs from the 1950’s. They have been in a wooded field since the 1970’s so they are weathered and some are rusted. Some have fenders, leaf springs, steering wheels, etc and some don’t. No motors or transmissions but I do have various parts (see pics). Prices start at $500 but I’ll ask more for the Jeeps with more parts. I’m not a Willys expert so can’t give a lot more details as far as year, model, etc.”
Nice looking M-38A1.
https://dayton.craigslist.org/cto/d/dayton-1954-m38a1/7073080758.html
“1954 M38A1. 2011 MVPA Gold Motor Pool ready award.
Parade ready-runs well. Clear Ohio title. Has had the engine replaced.
All fording components, winter top with grille cover, side panels, doors.
Original 24-volt system. Working radio set w/antenna.
Minimal rust, always stored indoors.
Has additional 4th gear overdrive.
All data plates. Have complete list of repairs.
Low mileage.
$12,000.”
Looks like it has the USMC rear bumper. Includes a hardtop.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/249053386098777/
“AZ and CA owned, Can sit for 6 months and starts in seconds. Drives great, 4 wheel drive works, sounds good with no smoke or leaks.
Early 1953 Willy’s had 3 features that later months and years did not have. Hinged Grill Welded Fender seem 4 Straps on Battery cover
Has back seat not shown in pictures 44,392 miles Comes with an after market steel Roof, Doors and Windows that bolts on.
Someone that knows M38a1’s will enjoy seeing this one. Had the 12 volt conversion, but the rest is very original.
Gauges for gas and voltage are not working well Seats are old Suspension looks original (meaning rubber is failing) I had fun, now someone else will. Clean Title Licensed in CA No Smog needed”
CJ-5s
M-38A1s
Looks in good shape. Includes a trailer.
https://bham.craigslist.org/cto/d/chelsea-jeep-38a/7068261521.html
“1953 M-38 A Military Jeep and Matching Trailer. All original with all assecories. Runs good Hurricane 4-cyc. Engine, 3-sp. Manual trans. Very nice.”
This M-38A1 looks in good shape.
http://www.warjeeps.com/mjs/sale20/adm023/adm023.html
“Lots of work done, good driver/parade truck. This is my client’s Jeep and I’ve done 99.9% of the work to it since he acquired it. He is moving in a different direction in the hobby and is putting the Jeep up for sale and since I’ve done all the work for the last 4+ years, I’m helping him sell it.
Details: Currently registered and tagged in Georgia, current owner has the title from the prior owner in Florida (Georgia will not title anything built prior to 1963). Located in Winder, Ga. Vehicle has recently been serviced with new oil and filter, all fluids checked, all zerks greased, etc. All systems on vehicle function as they should: Engine, drivetrain, 4wd, gauges, lights, parking brake, etc.
Condition: Vehicle is in very good driver or parade duty condition. Sheetmetal is above average, but not perfect. Both front fenders were wrinkled at some point and straightened. They are acceptable in their current condition but a new owner looking for show quality perfection will probably want to replace them. Tub corners, rockers, cowl and rear panel are excellent. Vehicle had a replacement floor pan installed at some point and the job was done competently. Rear panel is straight and has never had a tailgate cut in. Windshield is correct M-series Jeep (it’s an M170 ambulance Jeep model, but it’s identical to M38A1 other than two small brackets on top for stretchers) and has new glass and weatherstripping. Vehicle retains all of its original 24V system (25A generator, external regulator, blackout lights, etc.). Most of the wiring is new and retains the original Douglas connectors. The paint is older and a few spots have been touched up but overall it’s a clean and presentable vehicle. Vehicles runs very well, will maintain 50mph, transmission doesn’t pop out of 2nd gear like so many T90s, transfer works like it should, etc. Carburetor is the correct Carter YS950, etc.
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Given the hard top, there seems to be value here.
https://westernmass.craigslist.org/clt/d/chesterfield-willys-jeep/7064310744.html
“This is the willys md variant. It use to be a plow truck. Hasn’t run in years. Ran when it was parked. Looking to sell. $600 or best offer”
CJ-5s:
M-38A1
Former USMC M-38A1.
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/d/apple-valley-1952-willys-jeep-m38a1/7058971853.html
“On non opp with pink slip in hand..
I WILL NOT RESPOND TO COPY/PASTED AS TITTLE..
I WILL NOT SHIP
CASH ONLY
MOTOR TURNS BY HAND!
NOT FROZEN..
A perfect project for restoration. Only 2 coats of paint original green and the red on it now.
Only rust is in tool box and small patch passenger rocker panel.
Non the Jeep Army version this is the Marine Corps version. You can read the hood numbers all Dash plaques are complete from what I can see it’s only missing the starter. If you’re looking at this you know what it is and what to look for in Parts alone they can be parted out for more.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/02/2019) Looks solid.
https://nh.craigslist.org/cto/d/chepachet-1952-military-jeep/7056290858.html
“1952 Jeep M38A1, excellent condition, new clutch, carb, brakes, upholstery, top, has dummy 30 cal. Center mount machine gun with original mount, runs and drives very well, $10500”
Here’s a former fire department jeep.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/la-center-willys-jeep-m38-a1/7058235510.html
“Willy’s 1954 M38-A1 Jeep was running when parked 25 years ago and all original. Have windshield for Jeep. Cash only $2600.”
Seller is selling his jeep collection.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/gilbert-willys-ford-gpw-jeep-collection/7057149188.html
“I am selling my collection of war jeeps. Will sell as a collection or individually. They range from absolute originals to perfectly restored .
M381a restored nuts and bolts $24000
M381a restored driver $11000
M 38 original $17000
GPW driver $9500
1- MB Rare original survivor $18000
1- CJ2a very early civilian $ 7500
I also have many hard to find original parts, engines, transmissions, axles and more. Many military collectibles.
Shown by appointment to serious buyers.
No scammers please…..”
Not quite restored (see gas ‘cap’), but might have potential.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2611068725788198/
“restored 1953 Jeep Willis all parts original reliable.Ready to drive”
I’m not sure what’s all here. It’s listed as a ’46, but looks to be an M-38A1 body. A cab enclosure hardtop in included.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1435004256631738/
“40s Willys Jeep for parts was told drivetrain was good has a couple good fenders best offer”
May be some value here. No pics provided.
https://waco.craigslist.org/pts/d/lorena-willys-jeep-parts/7045467337.html
“Parted out 1953 Willy’s M38A1. Pallet of parts left over. Transmission, transfer case, front and rear axles, springs, etc. see photos. $300 for all.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $11,000.
(11/09/2019) Appears in good shape.
https://maine.craigslist.org/cto/d/sanford-willys-jeep/7049556660.html
“1952 M38A1 Jeep Willys.
No metal patches and no bondo.
Frame in excellent shape.
Runs and drives great!”
Has some underside rust.
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/sikeston-military-m38a1-jeep-willys/7036513676.html
“I have this M38a1 that is in red primer put on it several years ago, it is complete with all the small parts there. It still has the 24 volt system, It runs with no smoke. the carb could be cleaned, the brakes work with a hard pedal, this jeep is complete including the original wheels. It has a nos canvas top. Not road ready from sitting for so long. It comes with a clear title in my name. Has very little rust, one or two patches in floor where previous owner had a heater that leaked. I am selling some of my keeper jeeps. This is a very solid and complete jeep. Has a NOS canvas top.”
Runs and has a half cab. Could be worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/468538563858978/
“1955 Willys M38A1. runs and drives. Needs work. Comes with original rims and tires along with 33” tires on new rims. Also comes with a ton of spare parts, everything you need for it. Clutch is sloppy and brakes need work. Front driveshaft is out. Has rust. All original except rims and I have the originals. Make me an offer, trades welcome”
This may have some Cutlas Bulldog hubs.
https://gulfport.craigslist.org/cto/d/diamondhead-1953-m38a1-military-jeep/7039113160.html
“This is one of last 2 of 9 military vehicles sold from my collection, It is is a M38A1 and is in fair to good condition. I describe this jeep as being partially restored. While it does have some minor rust, it would not take much effort to restore it. The body is complete and seems to be in decent shape. Add a new paint job and you will have a nice looking jeep. The jeep runs and drives very well. It starts right up and the brakes seem to also work well. The tires are dry rot and need to be replaced. It comes with a nicely done Plastic Replica 30 caliber machine gun with 4+ ‘ stand and 30 caliber cartridge box (needs to be installed on Jeep) plus what appears to be a Vietnam era flak jacket. Interested parties are encouraged to personally inspect and drive the vehicle. It does not have a title and I doubt it has ever been titled.”
An M-38a1 with some fire department history.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/la-center-willys-jeep-m38-a1/7038007907.html
“Willy’s 1954 M38-A1 Jeep was running when parked 25 years ago and all original. Have windshield for Jeep. Cash only $2900.”
Could be a good price.
https://eastidaho.craigslist.org/clt/d/ellis-1953-willys-jeep/7036854366.html
“1953 willys jeep good condition, used this summer, lots of fun.”
