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1952 M-38 Graham, WA $7500

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UPDATE: Still Available.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/361197282573365

(11/22/2018) “Willy’s jeep ready for some crawling with the low gearing. Saginaw steering power, 538 gears, motor is a 4.65 Chev toploader. This Jeep is ready for you to add your personal touches. It’s stored and has been stored in a garage”

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1952? M-38A1? Livingston, TX $6950

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For the price, this could be worth a look. Though listed as a 1952 M-38A1, the body and front clip look like they are from a CJ-5 (except for the fact that there is no “JEEP” stamped into the cowl.

https://houston.craigslist.org/cto/d/pointblank-1952-willys-jeep-m38a1/7461243599.html

“1952 M38A1 Willys 1/2-Ton 4×4 ‘Utility Truck.’ Roll bar, rear rack, front trailer bar, front and rear hitch receivers, additional front driving lights, front brush guard. Excellent for hunting, farm or ranch.”

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1951 M-38 Frederick, CO $6500

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Could be worth a look.

https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/frederick-m38-willys-jeep/7460467164.html

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“* Willys Jeep
* Local RUST FREE Willys with interesting local history
* Runs great
* Original low miles (27,304)
* New “BESTOP” Top w/removable doors
* New 6V battery
* MILITARY
* Original Clymer Service Repair Manual
* CLEAR TITLE
* Titled as a 1944 Ford Willys Jeep
* Nice Seats w/jump seat in rear
* 6.00X16” Army Jeep tires
* Power TakeOff
* Rear spare tire
* Shovel & Ax; Water bag strapped to side
* Very Original!!!”

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1953 M-38A1 USMC Hesperia, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000.

While I doubt this served during the Korean War (which ended in mid-1953 .. see G503 discussion), this is the USMC version (Note the rings at the ends of the rear bumper) .

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“1953 Jeep M38A1. Built for the USMC. Served in the Korean Conflict. Recently invested 5k (receipts available). All new brakes, fuel system, and hand wrapped wiring loom. Unique and collectable. Body is rough. Clear CA title. Serious inquiries only!”

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1953 M-38A1 Fresno, CA $11,500

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Mike spotted this classic Fresno-modded jeep. The Muller top, the side doors, the upgraded engine, and more are common among jeeps with Fresno mods.

https://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/d/fresno-1953-m38a1-willys-jeep/7457895956.html

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“’53 Willys M38-A1 Military Gunner Jeep. This model has the highly desired heavy duty turret frame because they were often used with a tripod mounted 50 caliber machine gun.
This Jeep now sports a ’69 Chevy 327 V-8 engine w/overdrive, 4-stick shifts (4-speed, 2wd-4wd, Hi-Lo, Overdrive), power steering, power brakes, Warn Locking hubs all around so you can tow it free-wheeling. Two Heaters. An extra external radiator fan. Two gas tanks. All new wiring harness. New Brake Lights, seat belts, modern fuse box built into custom glove box.
Also includes soft side windows & doors, roll bars, tow bar, trailer hitch.
Front winch & wipers are not hooked up.”

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M-38 Body Wickenburg, AZ $2250

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Appears worth a look.

https://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/pts/d/wickenburg-willys-jeep-m38/7460904252.html

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“M38 flat fender. This Jeep has never licensed or titled. It was bought surplus by a close friend and sand dragged. The Jeep is set up for a small block Chevy. Great candidate for full restoration or convert it into a crawler or? 2250 and you bring your own tires and wheels or 2500 with Goodyear mtr’s on new wheels. Very little rust. AZ Jeep. May take firearms on partial trade. Very few dents and body damage. Includes axles, transmission, and transfer case.

Vortec 4.3 with 4 barrel edelbrock a intake and 4l60 available for 1200.00”

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1952 M-38 Okanogan, WA $15,500

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Given the updates, this may be a well built road/trail jeep.

https://wenatchee.craigslist.org/cto/d/okanogan-1952-willys-38/7457786203.html

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“Chevrolet 4.3L V-6 (approx. 6000 miles)
Borgwarner T-10 4 speed
Holly carburetor
Hurst shifter
Warn overdrive
538 gears
11” brakes
Reverse front spring shackles
Full floating DANA 44 rear diff.
Warn hubs
Front winch mount
New C-J bucket seats w/tactical seat covers
Roll bar
New 31 10.50×15 tires & 8” alum wheels
2 mounted Jerry cans
K-line vinyl top & doors
Bimini top”

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MotorTrend Article on a CJ-2A M-38 …

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Bill shared this article that describes this custom build as a 1948 M38. However, it’s appears to be a modified CJ-2A. It’s an interesting build, but calling it one of the “greatest flat fenders ever built” is a stretch (in my opinion).

https://www.motortrend.com/features/willys-m38-flatfender-rock-spider-soni-honegger/

“Fans of the War Wagon, the Scorpion MK1, and this apocalypse-ready toy hauler might already be familiar with this Willys M38 (the military version of the civilian Jeep CJ-3A) built by Soni Honegger. It’s been called the “Slickrock Spider” for its remarkable ability to articulate its way over and through some of the hairiest obstacles known to four-wheel drive vehicles, especially with Soni at the helm. Let’s take a look at what makes this machine one of the greatest Flatfenders ever built.”

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1952 M-38A1 Stockton, MO $5500

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This non-running former brush M-38A1 includes an uninstalled engine.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/4665450366917099

“My Dad has a 1952 Willy’s keep he needs to sell. This is the M38A1 this is the 1st year of the CJ5 / Military Edition. He has everything there. The motor is not in the vehicle. It was pulled to rebuild but he wound up buying another complete used engine. He has just gotten older and no time to fix it back up. It includes the original mechanical winch as well. He may be open to trades.”

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1953 M-38A1 Forest, VA $1700

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Tom shared this M-38A1 project. It looks like there is value here.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1287889191734871

“1953 jeep willys M38A1 military. Included pics of the data plates for you to see all info. Don’t know anything on engine status but all parts are there. Pass floor pan and rocker has rust as pictured,frame is good.no title bill of sales. Neat piece and has awesome patina for Ratrod look is perfect since you can still see military lettering. No trades,don’t need any comments or opinions. Serious BUYERS only. ”

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1953 M-38A1 Gilmer, TX $3600

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This is a non-runner and has some boat(?) seats, but it appears pretty solid.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1279382422556670

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“I have up for sale or trade my 1953 US Army M38A1 Willy’s Jeep. The price is $4,000 OBO but that doesn’t mean that there’s a lot of wiggle room on my price. This Jeep has a clear title but hasn’t been registered. As far as trades go I’m mainly interested in anything military style firearms or firearms related in general but feel free to offer what you got. The Jeep isn’t currently running but it does turn over, clutch and transmission seem to work as they should. This Jeep is mostly original with good tires wheels, body pan, and really won’t take a lot of money or time to get it up and running. This is a project that I simply don’t have the time for that’s why she’s looking for a new home. Please, NO LOW BALLERS!! If the ad is still up then it’s still available. May be willing to meet you halfway depending on the distance for the right deal. Thanks for looking and if you have any questions please feel free to ask”

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3 M-38A1s Yerington, NV

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This seller has two projects M-38A1s and one complete one posted in two different ads.

1) 1952 M-38A1 $7900: https://reno.craigslist.org/cto/d/yerington-1952-m381a1-military-jeep/7449696257.html

“1952 M38a1 military jeep. Runs great, clean title, 12 volt conversion, but no canvas.”

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2) 2 1952 M-38A1 Projects $3500: https://reno.craigslist.org/cto/d/yerington-two-m38a1-military-jeep/7449700328.html

“Two 1952 M38a1 military jeeps (project). One95% complete with full drivetrain installed. 2nd rolling chassis with separate engine, transmission, and tcase. One extra tub, one new floor and some extra parts $3500 for all”

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1950 M-38 Goodyear, AZ $2600

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This may be worth a look. The rust doesn’t look too bad.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1311633826012965

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“M38 flat fender. This Jeep has never been licensed or titled. It was bought surplus by a close friend and sand dragged. The Jeep is set up for a small block Chevy. Great candidate for full restoration or convert it into a crawler or? $2600 and you bring your own tires and wheels or $3000 with Goodyear mtr’s on new wheels. Very little rust. AZ Jeep. May take 🔫 on partial trade. Very few dents and body damage. Includes axles, transmission, and transfer case. Vortec 4.3 with 4 barrel edelbrock a intake and 4l60 available for 1200.00”

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1951 M-38(?) Vaughn, WA **Sold**

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UPDATE: **Sold** was $15,500.

(04/22/2021) This seems to have a stainless body with a Bobcat hood. There are lots of updates.

“1951 jeep C3-M38, this jeep is in great shape has a Chevy 305 V8, 4speed transmission with hi/lo range, Warren 8,000lb winch, matching military trailer.”

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1952 M-38 Christmas, FL $15,000

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Looks nice, but doesn’t run at the moment. Given the 3Bs and DJ-3As were produced into the 1960s, the M-38 wasn’t quite the last of the flat fenders.

https://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/d/christmas-1952-willys-jeep/7448242763.html

“1952 M38 Willys Jeep – last of the flat fender military jeeps, period motor not currently running. Everything is intact nothing missing Jeep is still 24V original, zero rust. Clean Florida title”

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2 M-38s Chico, CA $6500

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Seller wants to sell these as a package.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/348573583804662/

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“I have two M38 Military M38 that are 1950-1952, theres no way to tell a specific year that I’ve been able to figure out. Neither of them run, the green one is together but has a hole in the oil pan. Its a very solid vehicle. The other has been torn down and all the parts I’ve got are sitting on a pallet. Since these were never intended to be registered for road use they were not given a vin number when new. Most people used the engine number as a serial/vin but neither of these have been previously registered.

The green one has recently been issued a vin number by the CHP and I have the paperwork needed to register. The year on the paperwork is not correct, I believe they marked it down as a 1946. I really want these to go to someone that will fully restore one or both. Located here in Chico, I accept cash ONLY. I am able to deliver these if needed but we will need to discuss the details of that in person. BOTH GO TOGETHER AS A PAIR, NO PARTS WILL BE SOLD OFF OF THEM.”

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Year? M-38 Yakima, WA $6000

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Seller has this listed as a 1955 CJ-3A, but it looks more like an M-38 that may have been titled in 1955.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/672743147229462

“55 jeep CJ3A strong running 289 motor POWER Steering DUAL EXHAUST (WARN WENCH) like new tires aftermarket wheels new Ignition switch nice seats NEW MIRRORS NEW FUEL TANK NEW LED LIGHTS ON REAR New windshield wiper Motors Also have hard top possible trade?? (New classic plates )(clear title)YAKIMA AREA Trade for yj jeep”

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1959 M-38A1 Olivehurst, CA $5000

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Listed as a CJ-5, it seems more like an M-38A1.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/375956620567144

“1959 Willys CJ5. 4×4 350 Chevrolet small block. Automatic. Runs, drives, tagged. Has some extras. Actual mileage unknown. Trade for a sport side by side. Must have title. $5000 obo. Low ballers get blocked. If it’s still listed I still have it. I do not reply to auto messages. ”

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1952 M-38 Tub and Parts Collinsville, OK $3000

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This might be worth a look for someone who needs an original(?) M-38 body.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1066041500608628

“M38 Willy’s Jeep Tub. Comes with fenders, front grill, seats, fuel tank, and fuel can holder. No rust. No frame. Should fit CJ-2A frame. No title. Must be able to pick up. It is currently located at my Dad’s house. Coordination for pick up will have to be done”

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