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UPDATE: Was $800. **SOLD**
Not much value, but there are some good parts.
“No motor. Has been sitting for a long time. Rough shape. $800 firm”
There also is a M-170? for sale as well.
“1952 Jeep comes with under water kit for the intake and all original stock equipment including long range radio devices ,camp lighting set up, front machine gun mount for m16 , has a new motor only a few hundred miles on the motor , needs to be restored 20% and would be a priceless vehicle .
Please call 206-697-5522
The second Jeep is newer and also has a new motor and tons of supplys that come with it”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/clt/3886973492.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
This sure seems like a good price. It has some CJ-2A parts.
“Runs and drives great. Engine is original type Flat Head L-134. Original T90
three speed transmission with Dana 18 Transfer case. Body is original M38
with some CJ2a parts such as Hood and Windshield. 16″ wheels with 900×16
NDCC tires. New gas tank, New aftermarket front seats. Will not find a
better running Willys Jeep”
UPDATE: Still Available
“Rare early M38 US Army Jeep Very Original condition: Never restored! Jeep still retains its original 24volt waterproof electrical system, and all nomenclature (data tags) are present. Engine ran when parked, turns freely. Extras include an aluminum hardtop, in rough shape,with doors, the front drive flanges , T.O. rear quarter panels and more. Jim 631-774-0089”
http://longisland.craigslist.org/cto/3884534550.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
This appears to have the wrong windshield for the top. This includes the rear extended bed.
“Very good shape runs good has arctic top”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5900
(04/22/2013) This seems like a good price.
“Up for sale is a 1953 Willys M38A1 1/4 ton utility truck. This jeep runs strong, starts every time, and it is ready to go. The registration is current and I have the pink slip. The following has been repaired, replaced, and/or installed:
New Saginaw steering box.
Rebuilt T-90 transmission with new bearings, gears, seals.
Rebuilt Spicer 18 transfer case with new gears, bearings, seals.
Rebuilt clutch system with new throughout bearing, clutch pad, pressure plate, clutch fork, clutch cable, and re-surfaced pressure plate.
Upgraded brake drums from 9″ to 11”.
New brake shoes, spring sets, wheel cylinders, and master brake cylinder.
All seams caulked on top of Aluminum Arctic hardtop.
Full hard doors for hardtop.
New window and rubber on back of hardtop.
Full soft top and full soft doors in excellent condition.
Bikini top in excellent condition.
Farm jack.
Vintage Jerry can.
New front windshield with new windshield rubber.
New rubber between front window frame and body.
Replaced battery and cable.
New transmission mounts.
New transfer case mounts.
Entirely new exhaust system front to back, including snorkel.
Custom fabricated air intake snorkel.
New front/rear hub inner/outer bearings and cups.
New steering knuckle upper/lower kingpin bearings and cups.
New steering knuckle gaskets and seals.
Fuel tank has been replaced/repainted.
Entire inner truck tub stripped, primed, repainted (no rust).
New U-joints.
Refurbished radiator and new hoses.
CB radio.
Tow bar.
New rear axle seals
New and original “Operation and Organizational Maintenance Manual” (TM 9-8014).
New Department of Army Supply Manual-list of all service parts (ORD 9 SNL G-758).
New “Haynes Jeep CJ Repair Manual 1949-1986”.
New “Jeep Owner’s Bible”
New speedometer.
New speedometer cable.
The price is $5,900. If you are interested in this vehicle, feel free to call (no text) 760-six38-1492. Please leave your phone number if you email.”
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/3872371746.html
This hasn’t been run in years.
“For Sale is an antique 1954 Willy’s Jeep. Has not been driven since 1980’s, but has been kept in a barn since then. Engine turns over. Great to restore, I just don’t have the time, too many projects and don’t want to just let it sit around! This was an air force jeep, but was painted red in the 60’s for civilian use. Please message me, serious buyers only! Thanks for looking,”
http://burlington.craigslist.org/cto/3858183487.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
“I am selling my 1952 Willys M38Jeep. It runs great and the body is in good shape. It has the original flat head 4 motor. This is a wonderful jeep with only 20k. Driving this jeep takes you back to the good ol’days.”
Daryl just listed this M-38 for sale.
“We used the original frame and running gear and a new reproduction body. This vehicle has a 24 volt electrical system powered by modern alternator and new replacement carburetor on rebuilt engine. The transmission/transfer case has been rebuilt. It has all new brakes, brake lines, wheel bearings and brand new canvas seat cushions. Everything has been rebuilt on this vehicle. Top bows and fittings are included but there is no canvas for the top. This jeep has a PA title.
More pictures available upon request.
Buyer must pick up here or arrange for delivery. All shipping charges are the buyer’s responsibility. I assume no reponsibility for damages incurred after the jeep leaves my location.”
Daryl’s selling this M-38A1
“M38A1 from Colorado. Body good except front fenders cut. Starts, runs and stops. To complete restoration, all you need is wiring, paint and canvas. $7,000
Contact Daryl Bensinger, 610-286-9545, daryl@dlbensinger.com”
UPDATE: Was priced at $9500. LIkely sold.
“Willys Jeep M38A1 with Machine gun (has no moving parts and bullets do not have powder in them. Comes with Wood box with mine detector and testing piece. Also includes Vietnam era helmets and misc other items. Numbers match and has collector plates. Also includes collaspable canvas water bucket on back and all non directions tires so they don’t know if you are coming or going. 24 volt except coil and distributor. But have waterproof distributor and coil along with new water proof plugs and wires which cost around $600 +, Right now it has a 12 volt distributor and coil and power reducer for them. Everything else is 24 volt. Does have light switch but is not hooked up, its on a single pull switch and has a key switch. Has back seat but drivers seat needs pads. Gas tank needs cleaning out. Just had new rings put in it along with new valves all professionally adjusted and carb rebuilt. Engine numbers match jeep. A few spare parts. WILL NOT SELL ANYTHING SEPERATE. And personally pick it up. Only accept cash. great for parades. Might consider trades for classic car or truck non milatary or Kabota with backhoe. No projects”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000.
This looks solid, but no good side pics of the jeep. Contact the seller for more pictures.
“1954 Jeep M38A, manufactured by Willys Overland. Body GREAT shape! Had fuel pump re-manufactured by Kaiser Willys this spring, and have had her out for a few drives. Cannot tell you how many people stop to talk to us about her! We are currently waiting for 24v coil and distributor, as she is running little rough. Still has most of 24v system, but someone replaced the cool with 12v, just not enough juice. She had belonged to my Dad, but he passed away in 2009 and we are thinking he may have been starting to go to 12v system. We wanted to keep at 24v to stay original.
Asking $7000. willing to entertain other reasonable offers, partial cash and trade, or complete trade. This is in really good shape. we really have debated keeping or selling, but, its just not practical for us right now, and I know there is someone out there who would really like to have this!
Interested in: jet skies/Wrangler/trailer or camper/Decent car or truck or other reasonable offers! Let me know if you have something that you think might spark my interest…but, be realistic!”
UPDATE: Price now $6000. Was no price.
(04/03/2013) Given the tilt grille, this is more likely a 1952 M-38A1.
“I have a 56 m38a1 army jeep made by Willys. All original runs good tag and register in California ready to go. Looking to trade for a land cruiser or Unimog. You can reach me at 916-879-3384”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/3844682316.html
Loks solid.
“1954 Korean War JEEP, Model M38-A1 – Restored.
Asking $10,500.00. Call Bill, 440-935-0734”
http://cleveland.craigslist.org/cto/3843282859.html
Seems like a good price.
“Motor pool restoration. Titled. Runs. 507-685-4418”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/dak/ctd/3839851922.html
This hasn’t been started in a while, but looks like it is a good use-as-is or restoration project.
“1952 Willys M38 Jeep.
I bought this as a future project over 12 years ago and while the future is here, I have not started the project.
I bought the jeep from Montana and since I have had it it has always been stored indoors. Due to the hard top, it is in great condition as far as rust goes.
I have started and driven the jeep so know the mechanical work but have not started it in probably 2 years.
GOOD
Clear MN title (I am from MN originally)
Remarkably rust free for the age
Mechanically sound
Not so good
Much of the M38 specific equipment is missing
There are some dents and dings from 60 years of use
Due to the age and probably lack of use, it tends to mark it’s territory.
Don’t know if this is good, not so good or just interesting but looks like this was an arctic jeep. I can’t say exactly what that entails but there is some additional heating components inside that are “interesting” I think it is a somewhat unusual military modification for the cold. Explains the hard top as well.”
http://harrisburg.craigslist.org/cto/3838729811.html
UPDATE: Was listed at $10,700. **SOLD**
(05/30/2013) This looks in good shape.
“Older restoration. Body was taken down to bare metal, primed and repainted in 2012. There is absolutely NO rust-through anywhere. Hat channels, floor pans, etc are all solid. Winter top with side curtains and doors. M31 machine gun mount, rifle mount, axe, shovel, gerry can, spare, radio antennae and mount. Winch w/PTO. All proper straps and military items. Converted to 12 volt. Tires are weather checked but serviceable. Good oil pressure, clutch and brakes. Also a few manuals and spare parts included.
NEW:
4 shocks, waterpump, fuel tank, body mounts, fender and body welting, lock-out hubs, shackles and rebuilt rear springs and vacuum wiper motors. Also included is a custom all weather cover made of Military grade rip stop from Beachwood Canvas.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500
The seller lists this as a 1954 CJ-3A.
“I have a real nice jeep I’ve been using on my deer lease
This model is a flat fender CJ3A 4 wheel drive
12 volt alternator with locking front hubs
Bed liner sprayed to prevent rust
I have 2500 in it and it has never let me down”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500
“For sale is a 1952 Willys m38. Runs and drives great. New carb, fuel tank, and lines. New battery. New tires and brakes all the way around. This jeep has under 50,000 original miles. It is a real head turner and is very fun to drive in the summer. Only selling because we need the money for my brothers first car. Asking $5500 or best offer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3750. These all look like NEKAFs.
If they run, this might be a good price.
“3 – M38A1 “Nekaf” Dutch Army Willys Jeeps. The red and green jeeps are 1956 models, and the white one is a 1960. I have titles for all three. All three are original and haven’t been “civilianized”, as they have their original 24V electrical systems. Most everything is there, they all need repair / rebuild. New tires on the red jeep.”
It’s been sitting a while.
“Jeep garaged for 15 years, and started taking apart for restoration. Body was then sandblasted, and primed.
Vehicle was running prior to being taken apart. Jeep is complete with no missing parts, including canvas top doors and frame. New Old Stock Floor, Spare Tire and 4- New Old Stock leaf spring assemblies. Title in Hand. Call Ron @ 330-840-0148”
http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/cto/3806703515.html
UPDATE: Was $2900. **Status Unknown**
It runs. I have no idea what these are worth in Hawaii.
“1953 Willys Jeep 4cylinder, Ready to restore, running condition, some rust but not that bad. sorry no a/c with this one, but it has a radio.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
The bumper looks pulled outwards.
“Nice Willys jeep military m38 runs and drives great! $5000 obo no trades”
Stacy has this jeep and trailer for sale. The jeep looks like this has a CJ-5 grille.
“1958 Jeep Willy M38-A1 Flat 6, New Carb, Fuel Pump, and battery. Needs wiring.
1/4 Ton M100 Trailer-Built 1950’s-Vietnam Era
Great pair…must sell ASAP
(602) 908-3486 AZ”
View all the information on eBay
There may be value here.
“1950 some thing M38A1 Jeep. I don’t have the time to get it running again.
It has the Adavanceadapters V6 mod and a 251 with headers, a WARN model 3326 over drive, Warn hubs, 33×12 BFG mudders with ~ 50% tread left, a new painless wiring kit and a full soft top and bikini top. The inside tub has been coated and has sealed diamond plate on the rear corners. It has ~ 90% of the necessary parts. I have the plates and title in hand.
Needs assembly Mufflers, shocks and a battery to move. Not interested in parting it out.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/cto/3798109198.html
