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UPDATE: Price dropped to $2000. **Status Unknown**
“1960 Willy’s Cab Over Pickup
4 Cylinder 3 Speed
Motor Runs
Call After 3:15 pm or Leave Message
NO TEXT Please”
http://williamsport.craigslist.org/cto/3980853278.html
UPDATE:**SOLD** Was $5000
(06/23/2013) This includes a trencher.
“1947 CJ-2A Willy’s Jeep W/Blade for the front & 8 ft. trencher for the back. $5000”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
(10/23/2012) This might or might not be the correct photograph. This seller has this jeep for sale in June. I’m assuming its the same jeep for sale, but I might be wrong.
“Partially restored CJ2A Jeep. Over $3000. in receipts. ”
UPDATE: Still Available
(07/12/2013) Project or parts FC.
“I had the FC running about 6 months ago then it just stopped feeding gas through the fuel lines. I have a brand new fuel pump, brand new fuel filter and a new air filter for it, I never got the fuel lines for it. The old girl still turns over just wont feed gas through the fuel lines. The brake lines my be replaced and the rear axel might be locked up, Im not to positive on that one. The jeep has its normal rust like any other old jeep out there. It does have a PTO system coming out the back of the transfer case and there is three box’s of misc. parts that come with the FC that I have stored in a shed. The FC does have a title but its not in my name so you could put it in your name, Im not quite sure how you would go about that. I think you need prof of purchase, a picture and a pencil rub of the vin number I believe, like I said Im not to positive on that one. The FC originally came off an airfield in New Jersey, went to some guy up in Pittsburg, then down to a guy in souther PA, then after him it came to me.
Have any questions feel free to ask me.
Buyer takes care of all shipping costs and arrangements.”
http://harrisburg.craigslist.org/cto/3981064041.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000
(08/28/2012) This runs and drives. It looks like the rear of the body has been patched and/or repaired.
“1942 Ford GPW for sale . Partial restore. Body clean, needs a little work, glass is good, seats restored, The engine purr’s like a kitten. The transmission is good, a bit of whirl in the drive line. New rubber on original rims. Electrical is good. Dash is in good shape with seal. Jeep also comes with a winch if needed (not installed), tow bars. Overall the jeep is clean and runs well. Mechanically it will not need a much work. Jeep runs great. Is a great restoration project that should be relatively easy. Gets a lot of thumbs up going down the road.”
On Saturday I continued the big sonny-do project of my visit to my parents house: replacing rotten footers under the kitchen. To access them, one of my tasks was to break up some nearby concrete. After working the jack hammer for ten minutes, I remembered why I became a writer; I’m too old to be doing heavy construction. Another two hours passed before all the cement was removed. By then half my body weight had melted out through sweat; I was soaked. But, at least I was done with that step of project. Yeah!
So, how did I celebrate? By abandoning the project for the day and driving down to Tacoma to hang out at the FC Get Together.
The 2pm timing of my arrival couldn’t have worked about better, because there was still some lunch available and I was hungry after digging up half of Renton. I chowed down while enjoying the company of old friends and meeting a few new ones. After lunch, we spent a couple hours basking in perfect weather, staring at the FCs, sharing stories, and discussing the finer aspects of how the Americans consume water from western Canada, yet Canada gets the better view of Niagara Falls. We concluded we have no control over any of it, so we should just play with our jeeps.
One of the more interesting FCs was the FC-150 Blaine dragged to the event late Friday night. He purchased it up north. I think the only thing holding it together is the green moss.
The grand event of the afternoon involved moving of a heavy duty International rear axle from Blaine’s truck to Steve’s truck. Since all of us are handsome and strong bucks, you’d think we’d each grab a part of the axle and move it with manpower. But, no, we couldn’t possible do that when we had a tool for the job: Jim’s Holmes 440 wrecker setup on his FC. So, with Jim, Blaine and Steve doing all the work and an international community of supervisors, including me, Canadian Dave, and other, providing all manner of advice, they set out to make the transfer. Here are a couple photos:
The wrecking arm getting positioned inside the back of the truck. The wrecker runs off the PTO of the T-98.
Even father inside . . .
Success!
They had to set down the axle and hand crank the big arm upward until it was high enough to drop the axle into Steve’s truck.
Thanks again to the Mingo’s for putting on the event!
People have asked how the transmission swap is going. Well, fixing my parents house and finishing the book have trumped work on Biscuit, but I did trade for and bring home a low mile short block that *should* solve my engine woes. Here’s a picture of Biscuit and of the new engine.
Bob and his wife spotted this rare Palomino Mower on Friday at the Pioneer Engineer’s Reunion.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $165. **SOLD**
It’s a little rough, but a rare model. I don’t have time tonight to look up what type it is.
“This is a very rare old peddle car Jeep style…make offer…Richard”
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/for/3979372182.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $15000
“Selling my totally STAINLESS STEEL 1942 Willies body style Jeep, manufactured by Ford. This vehicle has been totally restored from top to bottom. It is one of a kind, there is no other like it. Engine is a 302 V8, transmission is a C4 automatic, Edelborck intake/carb/valve covers. Rear axel is a Dana 44 and front axel is Dana 25. All Rancho suspension and many more features. Feel free to call or text me with any questions. Must see to believe.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $25,000.
Lots of work done on this nice sand jeep.
“1947 Jeep Willys Extended Flat Fender. Sand Rocket. CUSTOM! 2 Wheel Drive Sand Dune Jeep. 400 Chevy Small Block. 23 Degree Aluminum Dart Heads, Edelbrock Competition Manifold, High Performance Holly Carb. K&N Race Filter, MSD Pro Billet Dist. MSD Blast 2 Coil. MSD Wires. All Steel Braided Lines, Custom Headers, Edelbrock Fuel System, 2 Speed Power Glide Transmission, Cheetah SCS Shifter, Custom Pro Comp Gauges, Longacre Ignition System, Power Steering, Billet Race Pulleys, 4 Way Disc Breaks, Ford 9″ Rear End. Custom Aluminum Fuel Cell. 1″ Aluminum Speedway Engineered Sway Bars. Tilt Steering, ACI 4 Point Harness Seats, Koni Shocks, Full Roll Cage, Custom Alum. Sand Wheels. 20.00-15 Padla Trak Sand Tires (rear) 14.50-15 Desert Trak Tires (front). 570HP Dyno/500+ lb Torque. ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. UNBELIEVABLE CONDITION. You could even make it street legal. MILES UNKNOWN MORE LIKE HOURS ON NEW ENGINE.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
This looks like a great price. This even has the Dana 18 gears in the Dana 20 case.
“PRICE REDUCED TO $4,000 FROM $6,500. 1949 CJ3A Willys $6,500 with rebuilt 229 Chevrolet V6 MSD A6 ignition Painless wiring Flaming River steering K&N filter aluminum radiator with electric fan AGR power steering pump and 10 to 1 steering box ARB on board air compressor column Munci 465 4 speed transmission spring over suspension Dana 30 front axle with Lock Right locker and one piece Superior shaft Dana 20 transfer case with 18 gears Dana 20 rear axle with Lock Right locker and one piece Superior shaft Ramsey REP 9000 winch with Tomken mounting plate 35×12.5×15 BFG tires custom bumpers with tire carrier and gas can maounts Corbeau seats with Simpson body harness Tuffy console box bikini top and new Bestop full top.”
This might be a good price.
“Alas, I realize that I am never gonna do anything with “The General”. Time to let it go.
It runs well, and drives OK, but needs TLC. Worst issue at the moment is a hole in the top from a falling tree last winter, but rust in spots, and many layers of patches and paint. Artistic, almost. Mostly original except for a 12V conversion, and an aftermarket plastic gas tank. $1000, and you can drive it home. (If you’re not in a hurry to get there 🙂
Best way to reach me is via email, but you can try my home phone: 719 481-4262. Ignore the greeting, but do leave a message. Will post some fotos later today.
Here come fotos. That stack of steel wheels go with it, as do the doors. There is also a box of misc new stuff; some ignition parts, some seals and bearings, maybe a tie-rod end, and an electric fuel pump. And I neglected to get fotos of it, but there is a home-made spare tire/jerrycan rack for the back, and I think a couple cans for it. No guarantee on the jerrycans usefulness, if I can even find ’em. I also have a couple service manuals for it.
Steve”
http://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/3975965834.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $18,344.
“Complete Restoration of this beautiful 1942 Willy’s Jeep. This is an excellent restoration job!! Mounted in the jeep is a replica 50 Caliber gun. Call anytime for details on this hard to find Jeep. This Jeep runs great! No issues.”
It’s been sitting, but still might not be a bad price.
“This is a 1952 Willys Jeep. I’m listing this for my dad. It has been sitting for at least 5 years. I know he put new leaf springs on it a few years ago. It has Warn front locking hubs. It also has a rare full aluminum hard top. We have the original front windshield. I believe it to have a 67 Ford 200 cid straight 6. $1700 obo. Call or text. Text is best. If you call please leave a message.”
http://www.ksl.com/auto/listing/746953?ad_cid=12
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
The paints faded, but otherwise this looks sound.
“This is a 1957 Willy’s Jeep. If you have questions, please email me.”
This one is different. Still need some work.
“1949 Willis Jeep Pickup for sale or trade asking $4500 OBO. This jeep is on a 1994 Chevy S 10 Blazer chassis. It has a Vortec V 6 and auto trans. It’s not finished. It runs but runs rough. Probably throttle adjustment. This truck will make some one a nice little cruiser. Most of the interior is finished, seat not attached. It has a tilt steering, I’ve just lost interest in it . I have a lot info on the jeep. Ed – 682-551-7697 please no texts.”
http://dallas.craigslist.org/mdf/cto/3977381115.html
UPDATE: Was $5500. **Status Unknown**
Looks solid.
“1948 CJ-2A Willy’s Jeep has V6 Buick engine. This jeep is sweet. Come take it for a drive. You can see the condition it’s in from the pictures. Call me with any questions – Mike Hardgrove ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2650.
(12/05/2012) This top is homemade with soft top and hard sides. Looks interesting.
“1961 Jeep (Willys), Unique and hard to find CJ 6, 4 cylinder F-head, 3 speed transmission, 2 wheel-4 wheel high and 4 wheel low transfer case which has been partially rebuilt, various newer steering parts, newer lock-out hubs, newer springs (all), newer windshield wiper motor (driver side, passenger side is manual), newer windshield wipers, body is in rough shape, running gear is in very good condition, the top is homemade metal sides, back and doors (removable) are in good condition-the vinyl top (which is removable via snaps) will need to be replaced, the wiring under the dash has been redone, has newer OEM carb that now needs work and the original carb, 2 complete sets of tires/wheels; 1 set (5) of 7.00-15 Goodyear 6-ply bias-ply in good shape and 1 set (4) of Goodyear Wrangler radials not in good shape, the frame and cross members are all in very good condition. Light duty trailer hitch. AM radio. Master brake cylinder leaks, brake fluid needs to be checked prior to each drive. This is an old Jeep and due to the motor/transmission/gear ratios is not suitable for highway driving; its top speed is about 45 mph but will go about any place or climb about anything. Runs good.
The following items shown in the photos have been removed and do not go with the jeep: the top set of rear lights, gas can carrier (spare tire carrier will remain), CB radio and antenna for the CB, and the tow bar.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $950.
No drive train.
“1948 Willys Cj2a Jeep , no engine, trans, or transfer case, body is straight and very little rust, this old girl just needs some love, it hasn’t been registered in years, it is out of the ca dmv system, sold with bill of sale $950 OBO”
There’s been a few minor updates, include a rear tailgate patch.
“Road worthy 1946 CJ2AWilly’s, great shape, new tires, new fuel tank, new fuel pump. New tub (’05) Original frame, still in solid condition. Original drive train, hood, windshield, and paint. Asking $7,000.
Contact Greg at 603.630.3948”
http://nh.craigslist.org/cto/3979312654.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $100.
I’m not sure there’s much value here. Maybe the body is ok?
“1947 Willy’s Jeep, mostly complete, engine seized. Call 6 zero 5 4 8 four two 3 9 five.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** WAs $600
“1943 willys mb with cj2a grill. Titled as a MB. Does not run. Lots of rust was going to restore but lost interest. Make offer”
This afternoon I’ll be heading to Tacoma, Wa, for the 5th Annual Northwest FC Get Together. I’ll be heading there right after I rent a jackhammer and break up some concrete, so I think I’ll be in the mood for some relaxation!
I’d planned on doing posts, but got busy with the book. So, updates will go up Sunday along with a report on the FC event.
I didn’t get a chance to mention this, but when I picked up my V6 short block from Daryl, I discovered he had a set of rims I’ve been seeking for years: vintage 10×15 Turbines! We worked out a very fair deal. I’m thrilled!
Since I also have two sets of four Hurricane rims, I plan to sell one set. Below is a picture of what they look like. If you are interested, email me at d@ewiillys.com. The tires on them are still good and hold air, though there is three one one type and one of another kind.
