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Peter is selling this pair of items. The half cab doors are missing glass, but otherwise look in good shape. You can reach him via phone or text at 715 630 3584
Meyer Plow $150:
Sears-Style half cab $150:
Only a couple days left in this auction with no bidders. Bill shared this CJ-5 with an unusual hardtop. It also appears to have the Hudson Steering mod. The mileage is only 40,138 miles, but the co-part auction listed that as 401,389 miles. The front fenders have been extended as if the frame is a 1972 or later frame. I think the estimate $8500 value is way out of line, but there seems to be some parts value at the very least.
https://www.copart.com/lot/70653824/clean-title-1957-willy-jeep-ca-san-diego
There might be some value here. Great vintage slot rims. It looks like it has a pretty good roll cage. No engine at the $2000 price.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1187193229201903
“1945 CJ2 military cold weather rig. Inclement weather top and doors 4spd Dana 44 front 35 rear New painless kit under driver’s seat needs hooked up I don’t respond to the “is this still available” BS so don’t waste everybody’s time. $2000. Roller $4000 with 327 $6000 with Dana 60s $5000 package deal.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/18/2024) I’m assuming this runs and drives?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/954115643041861
“Was bought as the body, but my grandfather spent a couple of years working on it. He is no longer able to get in and out of it. It has a 4.3 GMV6 engine, new leaf springs, new differential, new tires, power steering, tilt steering wheel, hubs, bucket seats, new tie rods, new shocks, and an aftermarket 14 gallon gas tank. Only needs a gas gauge sending unit.”
The seller listed this as a 1947, but it’s got a 1948 Lefty body.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/845323177581151
“1947 CJ2A, lefty model. Complete with title. Ford 2.0 engine 4 cyl. Turns over. $1500 ”
It has a running f-head.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/814225164234008
“I think the photos explain it all ,the engine does run. Please come take a look if you’re interested. I will probably not answer any questions unless you come look at it.”
This no longer has a top, but it appears to run (video in the ad). Seems there may be value here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1188393822386015
“Parts cj5 no title no longer has windshield hard top doors, does run and move. Burns oil V6 3 speed. Will come on wheels and tires in pic. Not really looking for trades but open to offers looking to sell to finish my other cj”
The seller listed this as a 1947, but it’s got a 1948 Lefty body.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/845323177581151
“1947 CJ2A, lefty model. Complete with title. Ford 2.0 engine 4 cyl. Turns over. $1500 ”
I feel like we’ve seen this one before. A dune jeep?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/486642237505501/
“1943 Willy’s. Set up for sand drags. Chevy 383 stroker.Comes with paddle tires. Make serious offer.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1500.
Seller wants gone. I could use a few of the parts: front bumper, the part of the dash that goes under the dash and around the steering wheel, horn if there, the heater (if any good), the door opening mechanism .. would anyone want the rest of this? If I go get it I don’t want to keep it around for too long.
FYI: I tried posting this to the FC Facebook group, but I was slapped with a 6 DAY restriction because I tried to add this link to a FC Facebook post. Grrrrrrrr.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/404127139317113
“Come get this out of my yard before my husband has to sleep in it. She is a project, yes she has cancer spots, have title in hand, does not run or drive, has 226 cubic in ( 3.7 liter ) inline 6 cylinder engine. YES the driver is in the bed of truck. No trades, if the ad is up she is available.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2100.
(06/26/20224) Project.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/431253313111040
“1948 willy’s jeep Title in hand Tons of parts Motor turns”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $37,500.
Rick is selling his recently refurbished wagon. Looks great! You can email him at rick @ rdjohnston.com (remove spaces from around the @ sign).
Bill shared this article link about Vigilante 4×4 in Texas, but I forgot to post it last night. The company focuses on restomods of classic jeeps.
Here’s the article: https://newatlas.com/automotive/vigilante-4×4-love-of-jeep/
Oh wow, this one shouldn’t last long!
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/390382693926644
“1954 Willys CJ2A (civilian jeep) production number 10666, runs and drives, original “go devil” motor, this is the very first production run of the CJ models, bill of sale only, it’s not on DMV books.”
This refurbed FC looks in good shape for the price. Note the non jeep rear fenders.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1168415304427558/
“1959 Restored Jeep Willys FC with a 289 small block …. Have to see and you fall in love with it…”
Over the last few weeks readers have sent several gifts my way, so I wanted to thank folks. In late August, after we pondered naming the Alpine Coach the “Batmobile” (given we found a bat in it), Alaska Paul and the Goddess Deborah sent us a set of hanging bat lights and other bat related accessories. They will make a great evening addition to the coach.
A few weeks later, Michael kindly sent me a couple hot wheels jeeps, neither of which I had. So, a big thanks to him for that.
Finally, yesterday I received something from TJ I’ve wanted for years, but never got around to getting for myself: An aluminum finned transfercase pan. It’s thicker and stouter than I expected. I’ll install it on Biscuit when I get to working on it.
Roger Martin is hoping to find a set of 1960s front hubcaps with the hole in them. He currently has the hubcaps as shown in the pic below, but would like to add some selective hubs to the front of the jeep. You can email Roger at rogerjm55 @ gmail.com (remove the spaces from around the @).
This jeep lived its unused-life in a heated garage. This jeep only has 1500 miles and that’s believable given the condition shown in the pics. Thanks to John for sharing this one.
https://hymanltd.com/vehicles/7548-1962-jeep-cj-5/
“Purchased new by Rhode Island-based Scarpetti Oldsmobile for exclusive use as a snowplow, a letter from dealership owner Edward Scarpetti indicates that the odometer’s current claim of around 1,500 miles since new is to be absolutely believed.
A lifetime of storage inside a heated garage—except during snowfall—is evident in the exceptional original condition of the well-preserved paint and overall patination. Both the dealership’s hand-lettering and white-wall off-road tires are believed to be original as well, alongside the rarely preserved metal hardtop from Koenig Iron Works of Houston, Texas. The white model 520 “Jiffy Full Cab” top features removable doors and a built-in, high-powered backup light for plow duty, and presents a delightful contrast to the Jeep’s bright President Red paint.
Other than the removable hardtop and a period-correct, dash-mounted Oldsmobile badge from the late 1950s, this CJ -5 is unmodified and features its original 2.2-liter (134 ci) powertrain. CJs were roundly the most capable factory off-roaders of the 20th century, and this CJ-5 is no different with its two-speed 4×4 transfer case and locking front hubs, all backed by the original three-speed manual transmission—more than enough hardware to tackle any early CJ rally or enter sympathetic service as a ranch shuttle.”
Here’s a first-year CJ-5 with under 50,000 miles. This has the early 0-10 King Seeley speedometer. This is a tempting one…
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1215125766467095
“Cool old jeep Willy’s cj5 in running and driving condition. Odo shows 49332 miles on the inline 4. Only surface rust, nothing eating through. Meticulously taken care of by my uncle, used as his ranch car in California. Cool patina, flip down front window, classic.”
The seller doesn’t mention it, but this appears to have a replacement body.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/534203902364071
“This is a 1953 Willys CJ3B jeep. Total rust free jeep with some goodies on it. Restored 20 years ago and rebuilt motor, Hurricane inline 4, Runs like a sewing machine. Custom front bumper to hold the rare winch Warn 8274, has Warn locking hubs, Warn overdrive. Custom rollbar with jerry can. 3 speed trans. Good clutch. 4×4 works great. I currently drive this jeep daily to the store etc. Great little jeep for around town and crawling in the mountains. It gets attention everywhere. Comes with a bikini top and a full black tiger soft top and soft doors. I also have some original parts that came off it as well.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/17/2024) If I had more time for projects, I would consider snagging this. This may be the first uninstalled body I’ve seen.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1051348056545628
“Google PARMLEY, I found a nice write up about the Parmley on ewillys.com and attached the photos from the website for reference only. These bodies were made in California to fit the CJ 5 Jeep This one has never been installed On 1946 Jeep chassis with small block Chevy and turbo 350 I have a low miles 4.3 GM V-6 and overdrive automatic for an additional 500”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(12/28/2023) Looks in good shape, though the roll bar design (which appears attached to the outside of the body) is unusual. Has a nice setup for carrying gas cans.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/866811964958769/
“Fun Willy 1949 Jeep CJ2A, daily driver but getting cold and feel like someone else should enjoy!”
This has been parked a few years.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/447506611599027
“1948 willys ran an drove when I parked it (3 years ago) very little rust, solid body. Clean PA title All wiring replaced with new harness, with LED lights. Was a side project and Unfortunately I have some personal issues come up this year and need to sell it. Asking $5,500 or best offer. Will consider partial trades as well.”
I believe this jeep is equipped with some vintage Runck bumpers (out of North Bend, Ohio). The horizontal posts on the bumpers is the clue. The roll bar might also be Runck.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/845031730494061
“6 cylinder, 3-speed, 4-wheel drive. Runs and drives. Was used as a farm vehicle. Would be a good jeep to fix up. Pretty solid body. Frame is good. Real nice tires. Not looking to trade!”
