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Importantly, the allure of buying a project jeep can be romantic. The reality of restoring a jeep can be quite different, expensive and overwhelming without the right tools and resources. So, tread carefully when purchasing a "project". If you have any concerns about buying a vintage jeep, or run across a scam, feel free to contact me for help, comments or concerns .
UPDATE: Price dropped to $16,500.
(10/06/2022) Looks like a nice build with updates.
https://houston.craigslist.org/cto/d/hereford-1946-cj2a-willys-jeep-4×4/7541192364.html
“Arizona garage kept
Rust free
28355 original miles
231 Buick V6 motor
3 speed with overdrive”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2200.
(07/25/2022) This has some body rot, but there may be some parts value here.
https://sanantonio.craigslist.org/bar/d/la-pryor-1947-willys-cj2a-trade/7544342578.html
“1947 Willys CJ2A. Barn find. Comes with Engine, transmission, transfer case, axles, 5 new tires, hard top and full doors. Missing interior. Glass broken. Floor boards rusted and will need replacement. No title. Willing to trade for nanny goats, heifers, quality hay, covered livestock trailer or $2500 cash.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(10/06/2022) This militarized CJ-2A appears to have a replacement body.
https://houston.craigslist.org/cto/d/houston-1948-willys-cj2a-jeep/7537019622.html
“This 1948 CJ2A is a beauty. It runs well and feels like you are driving a piece of history.”
Seller would like the buyer to make an offer from between the two book values of $20,000 to $44,600. I mean, really?? but the “good news” is that it is under 150k miles AND it needs to be reassembled ….
https://lascruces.craigslist.org/bar/d/tularosa-62-willies-jeep-trade/7543477308.html
“62 Willies cj5 jeep,body good,Has lock out hubs.New leafsprings.metal hard top.Trade for 4×4-1\4-1\2 ton,Runs and driveable, under 150000. Miles.Its inside of a building.Books for $20000.-$44600.or make offer between the two prices.Cash and in person.No motorcycle’s.Needs to be put back together.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(10/02/2022) This has an unusual windshield, along with modified seating.
https://odessa.craigslist.org/cto/d/odessa-vintage-jeep/7540744334.html
“Had the Jeep for 10 years. Replaced the starter, the coil. the master cylinder, and the carburetor. I still have all the original parts put aside for the person that wants to bring it all back original. It runs and needs to have the carb adjusted “it’s brand new but needs to be tweaked to suit engine”. The engine is the original 4-312L. It was overhauled before I bought it. Tires are original seats were put in by me they’re northern tool specials. Call if your serious only.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(10/02/2022) No description provided.
https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/pts/d/sandia-park-willys-jeep-trench/7533048304.html
“Willy’s Jeep a Trench Attachment
Price is just a place holder.
Open to all reasonable offers
Must pick up”
UPDATE: This post was originally posted July 29, 2016:
I finally snagged this “Jeep Multi-Stop Truck” brochure off of eBay. It is only seven pages. There are no details provided about the chassis used, but it does use the F-head.
The date on this proposal is March 1960. The first ad I have for the FJ-3 is in 1961. My guess is that this may have been 1) a competing idea for a cheap delivery vehicle or 2) the basis for what was restyled as the FJ-3. That AM General made a version of the Multi-stop right after jeep’s general and Military product division was spun off (1971) into the AM General Corp likely isn’t a coincidence.
According to some magazines of the day, the FJ was considered a Multi-stop van, so the description was used, though I don’t believe it ever appeared in any advertising. For example, this 1959 article except from Google notes the following, “office requirements for pickup and delivery of mail on multi – stop routes . The Fleetvan ” Jeep ” trucks , equipped with automatic transmissions , will feature compact cargo space , high maneuverability , maximum driver visibility ”
Roger Martin shared some pics from this past weekend’s Fall colors ride at Tar Hollow State Park in Ohio.
It’s a great excuse to enjoy the fall colors with fellow jeepers.
This documentation came from a friend. It accompanied a Sears Deluxe hardtop, though for some reason it shows the simpler hardtop instructions. Maybe the owner of this document lost the rest of the instructions? Either way, this might be useful to someone.
Andy shared this jeep. It’s got what we believer to be is a Stratton lift control valve, but missing the lift arms. It is labeled as a 1948, but looks to be a CJ-5 chassis (I had thought maybe it was a 2A chassis, but that does not appear to be the case).
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/792640432188135/
“1948 Willy’s Jeep all paint removed in primer (the one picture shows before primer). Comes with top, doors and plow. Has new tires, new leaf springs and shocks on front. Motor is out and ready for rebuild, head was done some time ago trying to get some life out of it with no success. Solid body CLEAN NJ title. Asking $2800 CASH ONLY SERIOUS INQUIRES ONLY!!”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $800.
Engine spins.
“1943 Willys jeep MB “go devil” engine.
Engine has been in storage for years.
Engine is not frozen, turns over by hand, good compression.
Bell housing, generator, carb included, see pictures.
Serious buyers only”
It’s a project.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/pts/7543566400.html
“1942 GPW , parts Ford restoration, 1942 Tubb, The Frame numbers, 1942 GPW 79xx, 1942 one of the first Ford frame. Two other Ford frames also. Cj2a grill. No engine, nice fuel tank, new hat channels, Ford script tail pannel, Ford script parts. I’m not selling any parts till the Jeep is gone. Will sell Jeep and parts for $2500 with out the tires and rims. Only responding through CL, to much scams.
To many Jeep projects.”
Mike shared this truck for sale. It includes a front PTO and snowplow.
https://willysforsale.com/ads/1947-willys-pickup-for-restoration/
“Great start… Restoration or parts! Runs/Drives.
Front PTO & snowplow operational.
Have begun body work so doors, fenders and hood are off.
Floorpan needs lots of work.
Title in hand.”
The pics aren’t super helpful. I can identify one 2A (2nd pic with the 3A windshield), but harder to see the first.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1021935595119759
“I’m parting out a two cj-2a. I have the transmission and transfer case and drive line, i also have the go devl block I’ll take pictures on Thursday and post them . Let me know what parts you’re needing I’ll look and see if it is still available”
Unclear how much value is here. It has a body lift.
https://bakersfield.craigslist.org/cto/d/lebec-1946-cj2a-jeep-willys/7539520795.html
“1946 Jeep Willys.
4000.00 OBO
Needs restoration but all parts are there, rust in the tub around the rear wheel openings. MB grill added does have headlight buckets but no brackets. CJ grill included. Has a small block ford engine “ran when parked” per previous owner.
Have new radiator and a few other pieces that go with it. Does have fender well headers.
Clean California title last registered in 2017. Do not know about back fees.”
This is a big project with parts in uncertain conditions disassembled more than 30 years ago.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/scz/cto/7540742594.html
“I’ve had this Willys far too long and realize how unlikely it is that I’ll ever do the build I envision.
I purchased it in 1990 and dismantled in 1991, after I cooked the rear pinion gear. It’s been kept in a garage/tent in Santa Cruz Co. ever since. It was first placed in CA DMV non-op status in 1994 – I have a clean title in hand.
The contents for sale include all parts for a complete jeep (and then some), including:
– Body tub, fenders, grill, 2 hoods, windshield, tailgate, roll cage, 2 seats
– 302 Ford V8 – ran fine in 1991
– 4-core radiator (unused in box)
– Rebuilt Ford T18, 4 spd. transmission w/granny-low 1st gear
– New trans/transfer-case adapters, Centerforce clutch, pressure plate, t/o bearing
– ’74 CJ5 Model 20 transfer-case
– ’74 CJ5 transmission cross-member
– ’74 CJ5 Dana 20 front-end rebuilt w/limited slip diff, disc-brake kit & new Warn hubs
– Ford 9″ rear end w/ factory disc brakes – needs shortening & differential
– Orig. Dana 44 rear-end – needs rebuild
– (4) 8″x10” chrome 7-spoke wheels with tires ~90%tread
– Used Jeep wrangler leaf springs w/new in-box spring perches
– 2 frames – stock ’47 & ’74 DJ (postal jeep)
– Complete Bestop soft top
– Unused “bikini” top
– Wood project rack with casters
The posted price is what I figure the sum of the parts are worth. I’ll entertain offers – just not ridiculous ones.”
UPDATE: Still Available. Now for Trade. Was $8900.
(05/10/2022) Listed as a 1946 CJ-2A, it looks to be a CJ-2A with a CJ-3B body. It’s also a non-drivable project.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/skc/for/d/kent-willys-army-jeep/7478387633.html
“1946 cj2a. Looks like a really cool army jeep. Needs tlc and minor motor work. Comes with a lot of extras. Really fun project that I just keep get to.
Looking to trade for a newer good condition travel trailer or something cool that doesn’t take up garage space. ”
I bought this brochure off of eBay. I don’t remember seeing this version of a jeep camper brochure. The seller has one more for sale.
View all the information on eBay
This VEC has a serial number of 10461. It has been updated with a V8. It might still have the side shift T-90 updated with a different kind of linkage. Current bid with 6 days to go is $1800.
https://www.777auctions.net/auctions/20865/lot/11892-1946-Willys-Jeep-4×4-V-8-
“This 1946 Willys Jeep 4×4 V-8 is up for auction on October 22nd! This is an online auction and there are no minimums or reserves! Everything sells to the highest bidder! V-8 Oldsmobile engine, manual transmission, 4×4, tow hitch.”
I can’t tell if the $8k price includes the roof rack or not, but it certainly is an interesting piece. The seller provides an extensive list of parts added and work done.
https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/denver-1951-cj3a-willys-jeep/7541314708.html
“Customized 1951 Willys CJ3A with 3-speed manual transmission with a 1969 Ford small-block 302 Windsor V8 (5.0L) engine generating 210 hp @ 4,400 rpm and 295 ft-lb of torque at 2,600 rpm.
Customized with a roof rack and Eide Automatic Boat Loader (https://boatloader.com/). Valued at $1,000. I can remove and sell separately.
Over $40,000 in custom modifications and upgrades since its purchase in 2005. The major upgrade ($24,000) was in 2014 – 2015 with engine overhaul, addition of electronic fuel injection, addition of front and rear disc brakes, change to front and rear gearing, and steering column replacement.
The off-road and engine mechanical work was performed over 9 winters (2006 – 2015) by The Barney Brothers Off-Road (https://www.barneybrothers.com/) in Grand Junction, CO. Continue reading
The 3A runs, but the 2A needs some work.
https://westslope.craigslist.org/pts/d/moab-1946-and-51-willys/7545518245.html
“Two Willys Jeeps for sale. The 46 (white) has a clean Title. It has a resent rebuilt Buick V6. it runs but needs exhaust manifolds and radiator to match the water pump. The 51 (green) runs and drives fine and has the overdrive. The starter is weak but still fires it up. It has no title so I will provide a Bill of Sale. They come with a spare Flathead engine, transmittion/transfer case, and Mics. parts.”
Here’s an unusual build. It is stretched and modified.
https://denver.craigslist.org/for/d/denver-willys-jeep/7543603466.html
?I have a 1952 3A Willy’s Jeep for sale over 50K invested runs drives but still needs other work done need room in garage and don’t have time to finish completely! Has a 5.3 V8 320 hp Fi-tech intake computer controlled – griffin radiator 4L60E transmission w1500 stall atlas11 transfer case 4.0 low range 32 spline front and rear front axle Dana 44 rear 9” ford 4.11 gears moser axles 35 spline Eaton Detroit limited slip all new. Jegs LS mini starter 6.1 ratio. Front range custom drive shafts
Paul’s custom canvas bikini top rear cover, doors battery mounted in rear tool box custom seats 5 point harness to many things to list!
Don’t need help selling
No low ballers
Asking 25K?”
The JeepFarm did some work on this truck. They may be able to provide additional information about it. It appears solid, but no pics of the interior or engine were provided.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/scottsdale-jeep-willy-truck-1948/7546030194.html
“Rare 1948 Jeep Willy Truck. Starts up quickly. Runs and drives well. Some rust in truck bed and other spots. Perfect Jeep Willy Truck for restoration project, while also able to still drive it around the neighborhood.
Lightly updated at The Jeep Farm. Work included: installed rebuilt carburetor. installed new bench seat, replaced battery, repaired damaged fuel sending unit power. wire and installed into new tank. mounted fuel tank. installed X4 Shocks.
Needs a brake master cylinder. Runs. Has a KS 0-8 speedometer. This appears to have some potential.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/cto/d/queen-creek-1955-willys-jeep/7546270592.html
“super solid all original.
been sitting two years parked because master cylinder went out have new one
starts up sounds good. no brakes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
has tow bar set up.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(04/19/2022) Some of the elements on this make me wonder if it was an old school build that has been recently updated into a crawler. Hard to tell for sure at this point.
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/d/rialto-1957-willys-jeep/7543570472.html
“1957 Willys Jeep rock crawler, street legal off road Jeep. Ford posi-traction 9in chrome differentials, 4 wheel disc brakes, fox body fuel injected 5.0 engine, C4 transmission, Warn winch, Hi-Lift jack, onboard compressor, comes with regular tires and a set of paddles. Runs great, take it to the desert and have fun.”
