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Here’s a wagon that appears to have the unusual Willys Overland bumper sculpture. I can’t quite make it out clearly to know for sure.
“Family jeep, has been outfitted with winch system and boom for hunting, minor rust, need minor repairs but runs. Also comes with tire chains for snow.”
http://littlerock.craigslist.org/cto/3290965265.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
This looks good for the price.
“1952 Willys Jeep, M38A-1 military from Korean war era. Needs restoration. New soft top. 3 speed, Hi-low, 2-4WDR.
Moving and need to sell. $2500 OBO.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
This appears solid, but could use a paint job.
“1953 CJ3B Jeep in great condition. $4000. Serious inquires only.”
Needs a little tinkering and the body has been patched/repaired, but it runs and drives.
“Up for sale is my pride and joy very much hate to sell it but times change. the willys has new brakes and lines exhaust, tires and soft top and have two hard tops to go with it new interstate 6 volt battery and starter,
it drives and stops needs tinkering for the road the carburetor needs cleaning it runs on full choke , i think the body was a older restoration from the 80s and the frame is excellent condition
I’m sure i forgot something so ask away my cell 933-3095”
http://nh.craigslist.org/cto/3289936751.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
Well, it’s advertised as a ’48, but clearly isn’t. It could be a ’58 though. Also, it has a CJ-2A windshield.
“I have for sale a 1948 Willys Jeep. This Jeep was rebuilt in 2006 as a two wheel drive, it has a very strong 350 small block V8 mated to a turbo 350 automatic transmission. Both the engine and transmission work great. The interior is fully coated in spray on bed liner and the exterior is finished in the smoothest red paint that i have seen. This Willys is the high hood variant making it somewhat rare. The only flaw is that the fuel gauge does not work, i haven’t attempted to fix it as it has a small tank and i just look inside for the fuel level. This Jeep is a real hot rod, very nice and very fast, it is perfect for a weekend cruise, parades and gets a lot of attention at local car shows. I am asking $6500 for it as i believe the body alone is worth that, however I will consider reasonable offers”
There might be some value here.
“Project, sitting on blazer 4X4 frame, no rust. This willbe a nice tin woody. Call for more details 401-359-3033 ”
http://providence.craigslist.org/cto/3290170278.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(09/02/2012) They broke the mold after creating this one. It includes a capstan winch.
“Willy’s jeep 1942. Has original 4 cyl. engine that purrs and doesn’t smoke. I’ve yet to see anther like this one, it is two seat with a pickup box behind. On the front bumper is an engine driven capstan winch, go online to “willy’s capstan winch kit” and you will see that this item alone sells for $3250.00 plus shipping. Also comes with an aluminum bolt on roof with two aluminum doors and an A-frame rig that bolts to the front bumper for pulling stumps and whatever. If you want to have a jeep that nobody else has, respond to this ad. I’ve had many people look at this jeep and they all agree that it appears to be made this way by the factory. You won’t find another like this one. No scams accepted, cash only.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/cto/3290865946.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.
The seller lists this as a M-38A1, but it looks like a CJ-5 to me. Given the bumper, I wonder if this wasn’t a service station jeep at some point. Here’s another example of the same bumper.
“i got a 1950 something willys jeep runs drives no brakes thats why every corner has a dent in it lol needs gas tank running it out of a gallon can now has plow frame im trying to get a plow for it if i find one it goes with it will need a tune up and exhaust work great little plow truck the motor is a Fhead 3 speed trans it is what it is so if your looking for a cheap plow jeep thanks for looking.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(09/12/2012) This looks like a good restoration candidate. It also has the early fold down grille like the M-38s.
“1952 Willys Jeep
M38A1 Jeep
Runs and drives good.
Please do not leave an email. I rarely check it.
2500.00
405-517-4206”
http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/3289968164.html
UPDATE: Pics now provided and price dropped to $5999.
(08/13/2012) “1948 WILLYS Jeep ROCK CRAWLER STREET LEGAL BUILT 327 750 double pumper roller rocker forged pushrods 10.1 compression 52cc heads 480 lift cam 4SPD SM465 205 TRANFER CASE FULL SIZE CHEVY HALF TON AXLES WITH 488 GEARS LOCKED IN REAR SPOOL 38 INCH TIRES LOTS OF FLEX X-O CAGE 8000 POUND WINCH LOTS OF POWER FUN TO DRIVE 6,000 OBO 916-534-2644 OR PART TRADE FOR 50S CHEVY CAR or Trade for hot rod send me pics same value……..send me pics of what u got”
http://reno.craigslist.org/cto/3267980575.html
Reminder: Bob’s show is tomorrow.
“”It’s that time of year again! Announcing the 2012 Northern Ohio Flatfender Gathering and Cruise-in, Sunday, sept 23, 2012 from 11-4 at my home in Green, Ohio near the Akron/Canton Airport. Last year we had 35 jeeps…we hope to have 50 or more this year. Again, lunch and restroom facilities are provided. Please also feel free to bring parts to sell or trade.”
UPDATE: Jasper emailed me today. He is organizing the event. If you have any questions or need the flyer translated, you can contact Jasper at: jv at jaspervogt.de. Apparently he’s a big Willys fan, too 🙂
You can download the latest flyer here
I ran across this unusual travel opportunity tonight. A german company is organizing a rally around the country of Cambodia in February of 2013. I have emailed them for more information. Based on the pictures, the ‘old jeeps’ may be m151s rather than Willys.
http://www.classiccarclubphuket.com/LotosRally2013.html
This wagon has Dan stumped. He writes, “I am stumped what this 1955 wagon is. It has the grill, gauges, etc. of a 1950s wagon, but the panel doors of a Parkway Conversion BUT the sliding windows of a regular wagon. It also is 2×4. If it were a 1960s wagon, I’d chalk it up to WIllys end-of-the-run production variances. Maybe it’s just a special order.”
“1955 Willys Station Wagon. This wagon has a very solid body, body and paint completed 12 months ago. It has a mustang front end which means disc breaks and easy steering.
The engine is a Mopar wide block Polly head 318 with 10.5 to 1 compression ratio,
It runs strong, it was probably out of a 1970 truck. 2 barrel carb for good gas mileage. Not sure what the rear gears are but it cruises fine on the Highway.
Automatic transmission, 747, which was rebuilt two thousand miles ago.
It has very rare ambulance back doors so it is easy to load.
For the last nine years I have enjoyed driving her as a daily driver.
I am asking $14,000”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/3285885501.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
I did some searches for Einar Lodahl, but only found an arena in Gilette named for him.
“Up for bids a 1 1/2″x 4” empty front striker matchbook from a 1950s Era Texaco Gas service station in Gillette, Wyoming and Jeep-Willys car dealer that used Havoline Motor Oil too-The RWB matchbook reads: “Hi-Way Service Willys-Jeeps Einar Lodahl Gillette, Wyoming” on front and pictures a can of Havoline motor oil with slogan: “Best Motor Oil your money can buy! Havoline Motor Oil Wear-Proofs Engines for longer life” on back-Inside is blank-Striker intact-Nice vintage item with only light wear.”
This is an interesting ad that uses the jeep in co-promotion with W/O’s automobiles. The Jeep in the ad appears to be a Slat Grille. I wish the seller had mentioned the date of the newspaper, too.
“This is a SMALL size 1941 (it is close to 4″ X 4″) newspaper ad with paper toning.”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This was a barn find that has had some work done.
“This Jeep just began rolling the streets after it was in a barn for over 20 years. I arested the surface rust on the outside and it still remains to be adressed underneath. The tool box is shot but still holds some gear. Surface rust uinderneath is not bad. The tool box area is the worst. The jeep has a couple spots on the floor level on the outsides that needs cut out, patched and painted but not bad. I put a 12 volt alternater and lights in the unit and new emergency breaks. New plugs, points and condenser. I replaced the main break and fuel line and fuel tank. New master break cylinder. I had to repair the fuel pump attachment. One bolt was sheared off and it was inop. I have an extra fuel filter on it now too. I love to four wheel drive in it. There is no stoping it. I get so much attention from Every age group that its embarrasing. I drive with the windshield down. There is no glass in the passenger side. No seat belts as of yet. All the lights work and are new. I installed one break light. The horn is a jewell and people love to hear it. There is no top or roll bar. I like it as origional as possible. Simple, clean and fun and handy. Can deliver.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
(09/13/2012) This has some nice features.
“No expense spared nut amp; bolt restoration, (Look underneath!), freshly rebuilt Chevrolet 350cid V-8, TH350 automatic transmission w/ DualMatic dual range overdrive for highway cruising, HD transfer case amp; HD front + rear differentials w/ Posi-Traction, mirror finish Bronze metallic paint, full custom Dark Saddle tan bucket seat interior w/ fold down rear seat amp; custom 6-point roll cage, matching Dark Saddle tan bikini top w/ overhead storage console, tilt steering column, full gauges, fold down windshield, great looking Dick Cepek forged alloys w/ new all-terrain radials, great sounding headers amp; dual exhaust, on road or off road.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This looks solid. Just needs to be completed.
“For sale is a 1948 Willys CJ2A. Have a clear title in my name and ready to sign over. Bought this as a project to finish up some day but new baby and new house changes plans. Always stored inside since I have owned it. Runs great and starts every time. 4wd with high and low range. Fun toy in the summer. Did a lot of work to it after I got it. Rebuilt the carburator, new bushings and all new electrical for the distributor. Had to rebuild the tranny and fix the synchronizers. Found another gear at the end of the transmission that drives the attached transfer case needed replaced. All new seals in that. New exhaust from the manifold back. Had to repair two cracks at the bottom of the windshield frame from the top that was on it (that is the orange/brown paint you see). Have a new sending unit in the gas tank but haven’t hooked it up. Gas gauge does work. New temp gauge. Lights work. Sure there is more.
The body is nice and solid. There has been new floors welded in up front. The back is all origional and has the loops in the bed and on the fenders for the canvas top like they use to have. The hat channels underneath are gone like on most if not all willys I have seen. I was going to replace but does not effect the function of the vehicle at all. Seats have been re-covered and have some nice foam to smooth out any ride and a water proof fabric to cover it. Works well.
The tires that are on it have a ton of tread, but have some cracks and back right tire looks almost like a re-tread with the crack on it. I still drive it down the road just fine and around the farm here without any problems. To sell with it is another set of three newer radial bf goodrich all terrains (31×10.5 R15), good tread on them just slashed one when it was on my old truck and sold it. Also included is the aluminum top that came with it when I bought it. Fit’s nice just don’t have doors for it so I took it off, looks better that way. Have vacume wiper motors to go with as well.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,500.
Nice Jeepster.
“1949 Willys Jeepster fully restored six-cylinder / convertible. Clear title. Excellent investment and also a great toy!”
You don’t see a plow on a Jeepster too often.
“1968 Willy Jeepster Commander Convertible with plow – 4 wheel drive -V6 cyl – 3speed standard transmission – runs good but needs total restoration work, brakes – Needs body work and rust work – frame is ok (I have new clutch, steering knuckle and other extra parts). $1,500.00 obo”
http://hartford.craigslist.org/cto/3288098122.html
UPDATE: This is on eBay, too.
(09/04/2012) This seller want a Model A.
“This is my 1952 Model M38 U.S. Army jeep. Garage kept. This is one the last of the flat fender jeeps. Introduced in 1950 at the beginning of the Korean war. Only 45,173 were made. Production ended in Sept of 1952. I rebuilt it from the ground up, complete body off restoration 3 years ago. NO RUST ANYWHERE! All parts were sandblasted and primed. This included the chassis, body, fenders, and all parts large and small. Any rusted parts were discarded and replaced. All new NDCC military tires, new brake system, new wiring harness, gas tank seats, canvas. The jeep had a Ford Pinto engine when I got it. I got rid of that and installed a rebuilt Willys L4-134 “Go Devil” 60 HP engine which was the original for this Jeep. I also upgraded to a 12 Volt system including a one wire alternator. Installed front seat belts and turn signals. The drive train is in excellent operating condition. It’s been driven only 1000 miles or so since restore. Mostly to military, car shows, and parades. The siren gets this Jeep plenty of attention at parades and at these events from vets and the general public. Lots of “Thumbs Up” from other drivers when driven around town. Drive it anywhere at 40 or 45 MPH. For longer distances, it has a tow bar with 2″ ball and electrical connections. It can be flat towed. No trailer needed.
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I have really enjoyed the Jeep, But it’s time get a new toy.. I have always had interest in Model A Fords and would be interested in trading for a coupe or roadster with rumble seat. in comparable condition. If you have one, email me with a pix a brief description. If we are mutually interested, we can go from there. Not interested in hot rods or repros. Just a plain old Model A.”
http://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/3294994370.html
Here’s an updated flatbed.
“1952 WILLYS PICKUP FLATBED …. Runs and drives great for a 60 year old truk…… sbc engine, 350 trannie, TWO wheel drive with straight axle front end, Chevy truk rearend…..Daily driver …. possible trade but prefer cash…..
READ THIS CAREFULLY … EMAILS WITH WILLYS IN SUBJECT LINE AND PHONE NUMBER (THANK YOU SPAMMMERS AND SCAMMERS) OR WILL BE DELETED…..
YOU COULD CALL SEVEN0SEVEN 3FOUR31 NINE 4 8 BUT I WILL NOT ANSWER BLOCKED OR “STRANGE” NUMBERS……..TKS”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/3289082477.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on ebay
There looks like some value here. The tailgate shouldn’t be stamped jeep though.
“No frills, just a nice reliable vehicle that was used for hunting every year. Has waterproof ignition, 2 extra wheels, jeep stamped on tailgate, was licensed by CO Nat Guard in ’53. After being parked for some time, would need fuel system cleaned out, but ran like a top when parked.”
There may be some value here.
“For Sale: Willy’s Jeep. No motor, to restore or for parts. Asking $600 OBO. Call 518-860-8650 and ask for Mike”
http://albany.craigslist.org/cto/3286933824.html
UPDATE: Was $12,500. **SOLD**
(08/24/2012) This looks well maintained.
“This is an original military Jeep from the Korean war years. Excellent condition, fun to drive! This is the real deal!
I’ve been putting the final touches on cleaning up this Jeep, which the pictures will demonstrate is in great condition.
I purchased the vehicle from a family in Waukesha, Wisconsin that used it for a family drives. Vehicle was owned by a collector in Minnesota prior to that, and by another in Wisconsin before him. Purchaser will get all information I have on the vehicle, but I’m only as far back as 1992.
The Jeep comes with the axe, shovel, radio and power supply, 1” manilla bumper rope, canvas, seat belts, and ORIGINAL 1952 M38A1 Operator’s Manual, as would have been with the vehicle in a military motor pool. Vehicle is still the original 24volt electric system.
I hope that someone else can enjoy this vehicle as much as I do. I highly recommend getting one (like this) that is already restored, because if you try to buy one of these 5-9k ones, you will end up putting a ton of money into it.”
