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“1955 Model Runs Good”
http://odessa.craigslist.org/cto/3512341545.html
No pics provided.
“1955 Model Runs Good”
http://odessa.craigslist.org/cto/3512341545.html
This looks good, but shouldn’t the rear axles have some caps?
“1954 Jeep M38-A1
Army Jeep
Restored & Fully Operational
Runs & Drives Excellent
24 Volt System
Working Black Ops
Rebuilt Drivetrain
Canvas Top
New Tires
Drive Anywhere… On or Off Road!”
No pics provided.
“I have a nearly complete, mostly un-molested M38-A1 project jeep. This Jeep came out of Nevada about 15 years ago, and the paperwork has been lost. It is mostly complete and stock. Original F-head 4-cylinder, 3-speed transmission, ..stock suspension, tires, wheels. The tires are shot from sitting. The body is mostly straight, with a small amount of minor rust. It is not cut up or damaged other than the right front fender being bent, probably fix-able. Steering, brakes, etc. all original. The seat frames are there, with cushions, but no upholstery, and the cushions would only be useful for patterns. The windshield is intact with good glass. It has bumpers that are not stock, and also has a tow bar on the front. If interested, I also have a complete bell housing and adapter plate setup to put a chevy engine in this, sold separately. This is a “barn find” I have not tried to start it yet (engine is NOT seized). I may consider offers and trade. Pictures available on request.”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/pts/3503042628.html
Here’s a strangely modified M-38A1.
“This is one of the better Willys still around & with some final touches it can become the best one. Due to the fact that the vehicle is a Recovered Theft from WA state it has a Salvage title. It looks like this unit has been restored, it comes with 350 Chevy engine, Edelbrock carburetor & 3 speed automatic transmission; runs & (lot) drives great! Mileage is exempt.”
This looks solid.
“1953 Willys Jeep. Good condition. $2500.00”
http://raleigh.craigslist.org/atq/3490322141.html
Some OD paint would suit this well.
“Origonal 1954 M38-A1 mostly stock . Has been converted to 12 volt . Stock engine and running gear . I have all old stock parts to go with it (lights , generator , fuel tank , ect.) . These stock one are getting harder and harder to find . Send me an email if you are interested.”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/3492624246.html
This looks nice at first glance, but the gauges aren’t hooked up and the body is fiberglass.
“Older frame up restore but still in top condition. Runs perfect, drives perfect, always garage kept. You wouldn’t know your driving a 48 year old vehicle. Drives straight down the road. Does 62 MPH. Been to many shows. Always starts right up. Has silicone brake fluid (dot 5) so you will never have moisture in your brake system. Lined gas tank so you will never have a problem with that. Engine has less than 5000 miles on it since rebuild. Front oil seal will leak if it isn’t driven for a few months. Engine, trans., transfer case, and title are from 1964 jeep cj. Has lock out hubs on front axle. 4×4 works like it should. Using 12 volt system, gages are 24 volt so they are not hooked up. Have a mech. oil press. gage under the hood just to be safe. Original speedometer quit working at 35,000 miles so I put this one in and it quit working 200 miles later it reads 18,000 miles. Tub was replaced with fiberglass tub. Rear view mirror is cloudy so I have a clip on mirror over it in the photos. Top looks like it was rarely used it’s in great condition also and is simple to put on. Undercariage looks great. Tires are like new. Clutch works smooth. Trans. shifter feels solid. Gets compliments everywhere I go.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
“M38-A1 military jeep. Repair/restorable condition. Needs transmission work. New brake system in original packaging to be installed by purchaser. Great for hunting vehicle or restoration.”
I had to read through this a couple times to understand there are two M-38A1s for sale. One is said to have been used on an aircraft carrier and one on a base. A bike(?) is also included.
” It is not-running but complete, Very Rare 1952 Navy Jeep / with Columbia Bike..from what I can research it was used on an Aircraft Carrier as Mechanics tool truck & tug.. . also a 1953 M38A1 Navy Jeep that was used on base..complete& running….more pictures & information soon”
Here are two different stories from two issues of Popular Mechanics comparing the size of a M-38A1 to the Mighty Mite.
1. Popular Mechanics May 1953 on Google Books | Purchase a copy of the magazine on eBay
2. Popular Mechanics March 1954 Page 140 on Google Books | Purchase a copy of the magazine on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This was used by a rural fire department.
“Up for auction is a very nice Willys M38A1 military Jeep. This is an excellent restoration prospect! I have had this one for a number of years and do not have the time to restore it, so I have put it on the market for an immediate sale. It is the second generation version without the hinged grill. It was used by a rural fire department, as you can see by the lettering. You can also see the remains of the original U.S. Army lettering, along with the hood number. There was no id plate with the other data plates, although all of the others are present. This is a true “barn find”, an although I have owned it for several years, it is still in its original condition that it was when I got it. It is unmolested and still has all of the 24 volt gear in place. The fire department did cut out the back panel, which can be easily found and replaced. It is so well done that it almost appears to be a M38A1C, but of course, does not have the correct windshield for that configuration. I am amazed at the solid floors, hat channels,etc. They are all in excellent condition. Take a close look at all of the pictures. This could be a candidate for a museum quality restoration! The two original front seat frames are present and in good condition. The original gas tank and its plumbing is there, but I have not attempted to use it. A very nice set of top bows comes with this Jeep. Nice original military wheels and Cooper military tires. The engine turns by hand, but again, I have not tried to start it. I would bet that it will start right up with a new set of batteries, fresh fuel supply.”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was listed at $1000
There looks like value here.
“1954 Willys Jeep M38A1. I have a 1954 project, or parts Jeep for sale. I bought this back in the summer with intentions of simply getting running and use as-is… It was a project when I purchased it, meaning one of the previous owners started to put a “rebuilt” crate engine into it (needs to all be re-done). After a short while of getting into it, Corosealing some of the heavily rusted spots and making a parts list of what I’d need to get it going. I’ve decided without an adequate donor vehicle, this one isn’t worth my time. Besides, I’m putting the house on the market, and this has to vacate my driveway.
On the plus side, this ol’ girl does have a fresh Washington State title in my name.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This looks nice enough, but if you look at the pic under the driver’s side it has a piece of channel welded to a body mount. That seemed odd to me.
“Wow its very hard to call any Military truck a NUMBER ONE,but this stunning 1954 Willys M38A1 is pretty close, they never even left the factory like this! You could eat your dinner off of her and with a RUST FREE body and 11,366 miles from new she is very rare too! So in the spirit of a real auction she is for sale at NO RESERVE! But because quality always makes good money, she will not go cheap, but you will love showing her! Find another show worthy 1954 M38A1 that will actually get a new owner at the end of auction!!!! BID NOW! Its your only chance!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500
This looks in good shape.
“This is a 95% restored 1953 M38-A1. It cranks, runs, and drives like a new one. The body is perfect. All it needs to be 100% is new canvas seat cushions, top, and top bows. Come and drive it and you’ll be hooked. For a nearly 60 year old vehicle, it is amazing. I am asking $7500.00 or interesting trade”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500
(06/10/2012) This looks in good shape.
“1952 Willys, 4 new tires, working gauges, 3 speed, no top but have support bars to put on top, no doors, seats 4 with seat belts, brakes and engine in good condition, stored and covered in garage in winter, unique features: machine gun mounting holes, ammunitions box, original tire for spare. Fun to drive with lots of stares, compliments, and comments. ”
UPDATE: Still Available
(11/03/2012) This looks in good shape.
“Im selling my 1953 ARMY Jeep. Its 100% original with only 20k miles! Runs and drives great. M38 A1. CALL me with any Questions. (36O)771-1O5FIVE or (48O)436-TWO 145. thank you. i will respond to emails also.”
http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/3434445207.html
Walter forwarded this jeep.
“needs restoration, does not run but has some engine work done, one seat, intrument cluster and name plate not in pics but included, clear nc title, $800 call 704-477-7457 no text”
http://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/3434043901.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
This runs and drives, has on overdrive, and some good steel rims.
“Im selling a M38A1 willys jeep in overall good condition for age. It has a little surface rust and one spot on right side lower post section that needs a patch, but floors are good.
It has had v6 Buick 225 upgrade and has overdrive, warn locking hubs and locker rear 44 runs great needs exhaust, 4 wheel drive in great working order. Current tags but would make great hunting rig.
Has tow bar and receiver front and rear. New wheel cylinders”
This looks in pretty good shape. The seller lists it as a ’51 M-38. It has the hinged grilled, so is likely a “52 or “53.
“Vehicle runs good, hasn’t been started since last spring, new top, all new brake system. Needs 2 new batteries sold as is. Has maryland title”
UPDATE **SOLD** on eBay for $6500.
This has a Navy Depot Maintenance data plate.
“Awsome true us navy jeep. I have never seen a navy jeep for sale anywhere. The navy did not have many , so that makes them very rare. Has been in my neighborhood for years and i never knew it. The owner saw that i restored jeeps and asked if i wanted to finish this one. It was on the family farm for years and the motor went out. They pulled the motor and had it built at knights engine rebuil;ders. { i have the paper work} the motor was never put back into the jeep. They lost interest and it just sat in the back of the work shop.
I mostly bought the jeep for the motor, but after i got it home i saw how good condition the body was in. Very little rust. It has all the original floor pans and back tub.the underside is one of the best i have ever seen.no rust at all on the frame or running gear. Then i saw that it was issued to the dept of the navy. Holy cow i have never even seen one of these.
I then decided to restore the jeep. It went to the sand blast shop for a complete rotisserie sand blast. All paint, dirt, grease ,were removed back to the bare metal. [see pictures] it was primered with rustolium gray primer. 1 – 1/2 gallons. I then did some body work but as you can see in the pictures i keep it like it looked when in service. I left a lot of the weld marks and dents. This is not a new tub but it is the original tub. You can see the front fenders have the normal damage from off road use. The fact that it is the original tub makes it the real thing. Jeeps that have had the tubs replaced are then kit cars and lose collector value.
Then the jeep was sprayed with rustolium battle ship gray enamal. Another 1- 1/2 gallons top to bottom. It now has more paint on it than when it was new. We installed the motor with a new clutch and bearing. New plugs ,points, new battery 12 volt . As expected being a new motor it started right up. It runs like new because it is. . We replaced the master cylinder with a new one. The brakes work but not the best. I did not pull the brake drums and have them turned or new pads. I recomend you do this. It drives and shifts fine, high and low work.
There’s some value here.
“1957 willys jeep.solid body and frame.no title.call 423-426-4448”
UPDATE: Was $2800. **SOLD**
This includes an overdrive. This seller is selling the CJ-5 below.
“Hi im selling my 1958 willys jeep in good condition its yellow. it has a 4 cylinder and a 3 speed with overdrive. im asking 2,800 obo.”
No pics provided.
“M38 A1.
Fair condition,
1500.00. OBO”
Needs batteries to start. The seller lists this as a M-38. It looks like a 1952 or early 53 M-38A1 with the hinged grille.
“Vehicle runs good, hasn’t been started since last spring, new top, all new brake system. Needs 2 new batteries sold as is. Has maryland title”