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Dan spotted this truck. It appears in good shape.
“1959 Willys Truck Run Great Super Quiet! 4×4
5 Brand New Tires Lots of Detail work already Done!
Restore to the final level or put it to work!
New Rear glass ! Check out the Hurricane under the Hood!
Make an offer! Call Steve 760-521-7777”
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/3372823176.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on ebay.
Andy’s got this MB for sale.
“Nice restorable or great parts vehicle – Willys 45′ model MB army jeep. Has pretty decent floors, gas tank sump, and very nice front fenders, hood and grill.
Engine is a civilian block, and runs well, with many original accessories left on it. Drivetrain is original t84 transmission, and military full floating axles.
Frame is in good shape overall, and not rusted thru or bent anywhere. Unfortunately the heavy welded front plow mount will have to be cut off. Looks like it could be cut off pretty decently, or install some new front frame rails which are available as reproductions. Has rare late style pintle hook..
Seats are the original military issue. What is not shown, but included in the auction is the original military gas tank. Looks like the tank could be lined after its cleaned out.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
It doesn’t run. This appears to have been used by a vineyard at some point based on the stenciling.
“I FORGET WHAT YEAR IT IS AND CANT FIND THE TITLE AT THE MOMENT ALTHOUGH IM POSITIVE I DO HAVE 1 FOR IT
APEARS TO BE ALL ORIGINAL AND COMPLETE RIGHT DOWN TO THE FLATHEAD WILLYS “SUPER HURRICANE” STRAIGHT 6 ENGINE THAT STILL HAS A GENERATOR ON IT
VERY WORKABLE BODY AND MOST GLASS IS GOOD
HASNT BEEN STARTED IN SEVERAL YEARS AND NO……… IM NOT GONNA TRY TO START IT FOR YOU WHEN YOU COME TO LOOK AT IT”
No pics provided. It has no motor.
“New powder coat paint on frame. Hood, grill, fenders and window frame sandblasted. No motor. Tubs in poor condition. Diferential and drive train in good shape.”
This sale includes the van (for the motor & electronics).
“Up for sale is a 1946 flat fender Jeep CJ2A Project. Good body, rebuilt Dana transfer case (spicer 18) that has not yet been used. Included is a GM SM465 4 speed trans with Novak adapted main shaft to fit the Dana 18. Both fenders and radiator support/grill are in good shape. Also included with this jeep is a complete 1986 Astro van for the V6 engine and computer and anything else. Also have a power brake unit with overhead pedals for installation.
Asking $2000.00, no trades. Please reply Email with your phone number so I can call you. Thanks for looking. Jim”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/3396538311.html
Running when parked . . . Seller has this listed as a 1942, but it’s more likely a 1946 CJ-2A.
“We Have a 1942 Willys Jeep That Needs To Go… Not The Original Motor It Is A old flat head studebaker?????? Was Running When Parked….Window Frame, Glass, And Seats All There…A Good Start For A Restoration..$4000.00
480-318-7076 .”
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/3395221779.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
It’s got some dings and dents, but runs (and drives?)
“Running good Chevy small block with electronic ignition, new battery,new tires,turbo 350 transmission,203 transfer case,extra parts, make offer NO TRADES!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
(10/17/2012) The year and VIN don’t match on this. It seems to be a mix of a few different jeeps.
“This is 1946 Willys CJ2A Jeep with a WWII Willys MB motor, Serail # MB393830, casting 638632W2A A 3-80. The jeep is running and has a clear title. I bought this jeep because it has a WWII Willys MB motor in it. I have WWII Jeeps and intended to use it as a spare (it runs perfect, no smoke and good oil pressure). My plan was to pull the WWII motor, rebuild one of the motors I had from CJ2A’s, install it and then sell the jeep. Time marches on and I eventually found another motor that I could use as a spare. The CJ2A comes with 2 motors,, Serial # CJ2A33837 (which is a 1946; the previous owner of this motor was doing a valve job and that’s how I got it))and Serial # U48485; both turn freely and are early production (still have the oval pad); extra radiator; spare tire and mount; column shift transmission (see photo of inside, it looks really good and turns smoothly) and transfer case (this was entire drivetrain was married to the CJ2A 33837 motor); early soft top and some bows (never tried it on); extra parts; very original (i.e. right windshield, seats); no bondo, but has had sheet metal replaced (I think the side steps look cool); it has a WO 636 12 patent carb and Oakes air cleaner. I redid the brakes last year and it has a new exhaust. The seats will need to be reupholstered, but I believe that they are original, backs and seats have springs. It has your typical drips but runs and shifts fine… it’s 66 years old. It has 2 of the three original data plates on the dash (like that when I bought it). It has a T-90 transmission, but I’m guessing it origianlly had a column shifter. Currently, it is setup for 12v. It is titled as a 1947 CJ2A, that was how I got it. . . ”
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UPDATE: Still Available
(09/02/2012) It’s a roller. Plenty of rust, but some value.
“Old flat fender. Not willys its a ford. rolls and steers, no engine,has trans. pretty complete, have title. has rust and bondo. 1000 bucks obo may trade. call 360 580 5764 thanks, josh”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/3373984695.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
(11/03/2012) This is worth a look. It’s clearly a CJ-3A and not a 3B.
“1953 WILLYS CJ3B $3000.00 OBO. 4 CLY/ FLAT HEAD ENGINE / 3 SPEED TRANSMISSION HIGH/ LOW TRANSFER CASE / 6 VOLT CHARGING SYSTEM..
CAR DOLLEY FOR FULL SIZE / VEHICLES $1100.00 BUILT ON RAMPS”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
(11/04/2012) This runs, but needs work.
“I have for sale a project 1954 Willys CJ3b “high hood” jeep. It has the hurricane 4cyl engine in it that runs but smokes a little. The title came from another jeep cause this one doesnt have and id tags, so the title i have for it says it is a 1948 ford jeep. You could still license it like this.
I needs work. it will need brakes done, electrical done ext. But this is a fun project!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2600.
This looks ready for the trails. Looks like a nice cage.
“54 willys jeep, runs have title, comes with bikini top and full top and spare tire”
I was searching the National Archives and managed to find a few interesting items. This little treasure shows Bristo Screws proclaiming its support for the Ford Jeep.
http://research.archives.gov/description/534790
Craig forwarded the below excerpt and photo from his local coop paper. I went to the website and spotted an additional photo (above). Here’s the location of the caverns.
Here is the text from Craig’s news article:
“Missouri is blessed with a number of remarkable show caves open to the public. One of the most unique is Fantastic Caverns, located just north of Springfield. The cave, which is served by Ozark Electric Cooperative, was first discovered in 1862 when a farmer’s dog crawled through what was then a narrow opening.
It wasn’t fully explored until 5 years later when a group of intrepid women responded to a newspaper challenge. What makes Fantastic Caverns so unique are the Jeep trams that carry visitors through the cave on a guided tour. This makes the 1 mile, 50-minute tour accessible to just about anyone, including seniors, children and those in wheelchairs.
Inside the cave are natural wonders created by the constant drip of acidic water through soluble limestone. Tour guides point out stalagtites and stalagmites, towering columns with colorful mineral stains, large deposits of flowstones and delicate draperies.
They also tell how the auditorium room was once used for weekly country music concerts in the 1950’s and mid-1960’s. A trip through Fantastic Caverns combines equal parts of awe and wonder with a lesson in history and science. In fact, the cavern is known as “Missouri’s oldest classroom.”
The tour costs $22.50 for adults and $14.50 for children. A discount for groups of 20 or more is available. The cave is open from 8 a.m. to dusk year-round except for Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas.
For more information, call 417-833-2010 or visit www.fantasticcaverns.com”
Dave saw the Ouray Postcard I posted the other night. So, he forwarded a picture of a plate he bought there forty years ago. It’s a great sign. Craig, don’t you have one of these, too?
Here’s another Ouray tour jeep post card. This postcard pictures a CJ-6 and the Scenic Jeep Tour Service.
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: This post card was for sale on eBay in 2012.
Even the Smithsonian didn’t get the ‘original jeep’ correct as evidenced by the postcard below. To their credit, this Bantam BRC-60 just might be the next best thing. I compare all three Bantams here.
For comparision, here’s another good shot of a BRC-60:
And this is the original Bantam BRC — Jeep #1. The round fenders and scalloped side are two of the biggest differences:
The jeep on the far right has a grille that looks like a BRC-60 to me. In the foreground is a jeep that looks like a BRC-40.
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This is an original ad published in a Portland, Oregon, Newspaper.
“Full page newspaper ad by Meier & Frank Co. is approx 22″ x 16″ and original….1 page only. These came from a very well preserved collection of WWII Portland Oregon newspapers. All are in good to very good condition…this one has some wrinkles toward the middle. Scanned images are blurrier, may appear trimmed, colors darker, lighter or uneven but actual items are not. They are bigger than our biggest scanner so used camera shot and even that doesn’t quite get it all.”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: Steve sent some more pictures. This is interesting.
Steve had this half cab for sale. It appears to be a CJ-5/CJ-6 model.
Steve writes, “I have this old half top looks like protype of some short. It is not really homemade. It has cut outs for the early rollout windows and a sticker of some kind just under the back window…..would like to sell it … its located in Lander, WY, for $1000. my phone number 307-850-2890.”
The starting bid on this is $18,000. It is about 90% done according to the seller. The parts looks in good condition, but note the 2nd picture, which suggests the wires are running over the frame and, possibly, under the hat channel. I’m thinking this is a problem.
“1948 willys jeep cj2a restored & rebuilt by father and son we have owned this for apox, 25 years and have been working on the restoration when spare time came up , its 90% finished still need minor work such as seat cushions and soft top as well as a few slight items to completed – e brake hook up – dash light and stock air filter and orig windshields i have some parts that will be included , it runs well and drives fine brakes also are all new theres way to much new parts to list the body is rust free as well as frame there is no bondo under paint , a very nice example of jeep history, has movie prop 30 cal browning mounted in back witch has blaze orange tip and can not be made to fire projectiles this jeep has countless hours of work invested in it, would make a great movie prop – show car or parade truck , see photos or ask for any info needed”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $300
“need to find a new home for my 1950 M38 miltary Jeep… no title..$300….. also CJ2 frame ,,, been blasted and painted…$150 obo”
Walter pointed out this nice Slat Grille out of Poland. It is a MB that has been refurbished into a Slat Grille
“for sale 1942 MB
rebuilded as Slat Grill , frame off restoration
main parts :
frame 1942 MB – corrected to slat grill
engine 1943 MB oryginal , rebuilded
gearbox T84 – oryginal , rebuilded
body : new repro – all details corrected to slat grill
windshield : low , early type 1942
front seat frames : oryginal slat grill “splitted”
rear seat : repro
top bow : oryginal 1942
hood +fenders : oryginal 1942
front axle : 1942 MB
rear axle : 1942 slat grill
fuel tank : repro , early type small cup
new 6v electric wiring , new fuel and brake lines
radiator + starter + generator + carburator + regulator : oryginal 1942-45
fuel filter : oryginal 1942 slat grill
air filter : repro slat grill
horn : 6V sparton repro
battery : oldtimer style 6V , new
tires : OMAHA
canvas + seats : new
+ acessories like axe, shovel
car imported from USA , with US title , EU import papers , all import taxes payed for oldimer
invoice +VAT ,
car is now near Warsaw”
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This looks nice, it’s cleaned and painted with some care. But . . . here’s my thing . . .I guess when someone describes a jeep as “museum quality” and “pristine condition” I have certain expectations (despite some of the poor museum jeeps we’ve documented herein). So, if his were my museum piece, the lettering would be different on the hood (not marked 52-m38A1), the engine parts would not be all painted like they are here, and the steering column wouldn’t be off color (unless that’s a color option I didn’t know about). It also appears this should have the hinged grille, but the hinges are missing.
” This Jeep is in pristine condition and has been restored to museum quality inside and out by the Armed Forces History Museum. It includes a non-functional removable 30 caliber machine gun.”
View all the information on eBay
Colin’s son Lee has a variety of parts for sale.
“The two bodies are in fair shape. The yellow one is a 1951 M-38, with the floor pans, glove box door, battery box door and the dash insert for the gauges. The blue one is a 1957 DJ3A Dispatcher with a complete fiberglass top, doors, rear sliding door and windshield vent door. The glass is in all three doors, but no windshield glass.
Below is a listing of the parts he has and what he is asking for them:
1 M-38 hood, rough but usable: $50
1 plain no script hood good cond.: $150
1 M-38 tailgate, no script: $100
1 DJ3A tailgate, no script, license plate light and bracket, $100
2 front fenders R&L, fair cond. $100 each
1 grille, for CJ or DJ flat fender, good cond, nice and straight: $150
1 CJ oil filter (small size) $50
1 M-38 oil filter (larger) $60
1 M-38 Oil bath air filter complete with brackets and crossover tube: $$ negotiable
2 tailgate hinges, perfect cond: $25
1 gas tank filler neck fits DJ3A and Surrey: $25
1 air cleaner crossover tube: $25
1 carb air horn fits CJ2, 3A DJ3A: $12
1 air horn to carburetor seal, connects air horn to top of carb on CJ2A, 3A and DJ3A
Call Lee at 602-896-0729 between 6 AM and Noon Arizona time. Lee has no computer, so no email, thanks.”
