Lots of work looks completed.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2555614704595252/

“1952 Willys M38A1 project for sale. I have lost steam; it hasn’t been touched for several years so time to move on. The vehicle is not currently running but everything you see on the vehicle has been restored or replaced. Primary tasks left: – radiator and cooling system – fuel system – all electrical – front seats Included in the sale is only what is shown in the pictures. – Everything currently attached to jeep. – hood and fenders are included and are fully restored. – front seat frames are included but not yet restored – radiator is included but not yet restored – rollbar is included – spare tire (not pictured) included and restored – canvas top (not pictured) is usable. No other parts are included. Some surface rust starting to work its way back on the frame and the body. The engine was rebuilt many years ago but I haven’t gotten around to starting it (electrical and cooling not yet completed). Only significant modification I can think of is that it has been converted from 24 volt to a 12 volt system. Has many of the fording kit components installed. Have title in my name. Have collector plates for the jeep so no more annual registration. Price is $7,000 firm.”

Ashley is selling her father’s M-38A1 project.

https://willysforsale.com/ads/1954-willys-m38a1-military-jeep-quarter-ton-4×4-order-stock-no-g-2758-8358319-mfg-by-willys-motors-inc-toledo-mfr-ser-no-73000-32290-miles-7500-00-frankenmuth-mi-48734/

Still needs some work, but it sounds like it’s a pretty good build.

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/loomis-1953-jeep-cj-m38a1/7613556209.html

“1953 Jeep M38A1 CJ PROJECT
It needs to be finished, i just don’t have the time. It hurts to take such a hit in money, but its time to find someone who will finish it. The pink is clean and in non op.

Throddle down custom frame, bumpers and swing out tire carrier, set up for YJ suspension

2 1/2 BDS YJ Springs

Front Axle-
Narrowed dana 44 waggy by WFO warn premium locking hubs, 4.88, E locker, chromoly axles,
chevy outers flat top, F150 rotors 5 x 5 1/2, everything new, brakes, rotors, calipers, dynatruck U bold flip kit

Rear Axle-
2013 JK rubicon 44 narrowed by predator, 4.88, E locker, chromoly axle, new bearings and calipers

Steering-
I did it tilt steering column – WFO inverted T steering kit, grant steering wheel, borguson u-joints,
J-20 3/4 ton saginaw box 4 to 1

Motor-
1991 S10 4.3 V-6 rebuilt, roller cam, roller tipped rockers, new P.S. pump and new pulley, new harmonic balancer and
new pulley, new fan, new fan clutch, new belt tensioner, A.F.I. fuel injection, taylor wires, novack headers,
novack motor mounts

Clutch-
new flywheel, new clutch set, novack adj throw out bearing, novack hyd slave cyl, new clutch fork

Transmission-
SM 420 rebuilt, new bell housing

Transfer case-
rebuilt dana 18 w 1 1/4 intermediate shaft, novack rebuild w tempered shaft, new yokes, novack sm420 dana18 adapter

Warn overdrive

Front seats newer, rear new

Roll bar with bimini top

Half doors

call rich
nine 1 six 7 five 9 four 8 five 0”

This runs, but needs assembly.

https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/seattle-1952-willys-m38a1-project/7621253018.html

“1952 Willys M38A1 project for sale. I have lost steam; it hasn’t been touched for several years so time to move on. The vehicle is not currently running but everything you see on the vehicle has been restored or replaced. Primary tasks left:
– radiator and cooling system
– fuel system
– all electrical
– front seats
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Listed as a 1955, this has the hinged grille and front-fenders-with-angle-joint, suggesting it is a 1952 or early 1953.

https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/kelso-1955-willow-jeep/7620305170.html

“M38a1 military jeep no seats bone stock 24v electrical. Passenger floor needs patch. Broken piston. No title. $1200”

This early M-38A1 seems worth a look.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/623502372548582

“1952 Willy’s Jeep all stock 4 cylinder not a bad little stock Jeep needs brakes $3500 obo or trade?”

Seems worth a look.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1168033583884363/

“Have these 2 Jeep’s One was running 1955 has the title and original paper work the other one 1959 is just for extra parts asking 6000 obo Have more pictures upon request”

Bill shared this M-38A1. It’s claimed the jeep only has less than 2500 miles. This does not appear to have the correct rear bumper for a USMC (see this pic that shows a USMC bumper: https://www.m38a1.com/images/models/USMC/USMC12.jpg)

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“1952 M38A1 USMC Jeep. NEVER RESTORED. Originally headed for Korea but Marines cancelled so it was sold off the dock at Alameda. A coat of Forest Green paint was applied and it was sold to civilians. You can still see USMC and number under paint. Always stored indoors, never driven on dirt. Only 2438 original miles. All original including canvas and tires. Shovel has never shoveled dirt. 24-volt system. A few dings, as seen in the photos. Extra, new, transmission as well as river fording snorkel included. Runs great. Steering a little loose and brakes soft.”

Bill shared this project.

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“1954 Military M38A1 Jeep Restoration Project. That needs restoration It has 95% of the original parts and has not been modified It is original I beleave as issued This vehicle sat outside for awhile and the condition supports this. I was going to do a motor pool restoration but health and age I was unable to finish When I got the vehicle the engine was stuc. I freed up the engine and put new rings in it The old paint was partially removed and was repainted The following new parts were installed: 4 shocks, 4 wheel cyl. and hoses, master cyl, 5 new inner tubes repro gas tank and pickup, set of used military radios rebuilt fuel pump and oil lines.

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Bill spotted this M-38A1 with a seemingly random price choice. There seems to be some potential here.

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“1955 M38A1 Willys Military JEEP
Restoration started
Floor has been completely fiber glassed
New carburetor, fuel tank, brake and fuel lines, black out head light, dash has been replaced with a rust free replacement
New paint job (not professionally done) but still good on the Jeep.
Engine ran up until the Jeep was disassembled for restoration.
New wiring harness for the head lights.
Comes with extra parts
Front seat cushions (old) and rear seat frame included.

Health issues ended the restoration and forced the sale”

Seems worth a look.

https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/d/lakewood-m38a1-jeeps/7589843623.html

“2 Jeeps with enough parts to build one with extras. Both have a titles. Full arctic top with original wooden doors, winch, Body on the complete jeep is rough and probably not usable except for parts. It’s still 24 volt and is basically complete as shown. Everything pictured plus tons that has been in dry storage for Atleast 20 years. Included but not pictured is an extra usable long block, several transmissions, several transfer cases, rebuilt front and rear axles, gauges, steering parts, rear seat, pedals, and tons of misc This is all the pictures I have and I will not dig individual parts out of storage to take more. This is a project I will never get to. $1500 for everything must take all.”

This has a blown head gasket, but looks in great condition otherwise.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2916393698665730/

“This is an Army 1952 Jeep Willys. 24 Volt (2 batteries). I did originally drive it but it now has a head gasket problem beyond my ability to repair. I’m a 26 year vet who was hoping to drive this jeep and enjoy past memories. It needs a mechanics touch. I will add more information and pictures shortly as it also comes with a army trailer, doors and top, roll bar, a metal rack that slides into the trailer hitch, chains, and a variety of other accessories i.e. (heater) etc. Serious buyers only please/cash sale (I have the title). If cashier’s check, then buyer will accompany seller to a local bank to make the deposit”

Likely the frame is about all that’s left of the original M-38A1. Looks solid.

https://slo.craigslist.org/cto/7560801746.html

“1953 Jeep Willy with a clean 70’s body and rust free frame. 75k Miles.

All new brake lines, master cylinder, fuel pump, fuel filter and meticulous wiring job completed.

Buick 225 engine, V6, T90 transmission, Dana 18 transfer case, Dana 44 Rear End, Dana 30 Front end and Warn overdrive.

New 33″ mud terrains, full roll cage, rancho shocks, also has a Warn front wench.

This Jeep runs STRONG!”

Trailer may be sold separately.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/451960483705442

“Military Willy Jeep for sale. Serial number 61840 date of manufacture is 10/1953. Original Willys overland 4 cylinder 24 volt gasoline engine. 2 new batteries, 3 speed standard transmission with low and high range also 2 and 4 wheel drive. This Jeep is in good condition for its age. Almost new tires. Used for pleasure rides and parades.”