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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Someone from California might find this rare book interesting.
“Inyo Mono Jeep Trails by Robert Mitchell
La Siesta Press; 1991 reprint.
Softcover booklet; stapled wraps; 36 pages. Measures 5.5 x 8.5 inches.
The cover is in fair condition, the interior are very good.”
The seller just bought this and now wants to buy something else.
“1976 Mitsubishi J58/CJ3B/Willys Original 24,500miles
I just recently purchased this and in between the 2 weeks it took to be delivered from Atlanta, GA, another one-of-a-kind deal came my way, so I will have to let this one go. Someone will be very lucky to get one of these rare Mitsu CJ3B’s.
Only about a dozen of these make it into the US through 2 importers due to the strict guidelines for the importation of used vehicles. The majority of these that are sold out of Japan go to Europe and South America. Only the nicest ones make it into the US and are usually presold before they are ever off the boat and this is one of them. This was the personal Jeep of one such importer.
I am not new to early CJ’s. I have restored about a dozen pre-1965 CJ’s. Four of them being body off CJ3B’s, so I can tell you I know these Jeeps. Prior to buying this one, I had never seen one of these – only pictures. So what you have here is a CJ3B with far better running gear, motor, power, heating system, with defrosters, that the early Willy’s with the overhead cam hurricane motors just did not have.
The only thing that was added to this Jeep was the CB Antenna and the gas can, which is mounted directly to the tailgate. The spare tire mount does not swing out like American CJ’s. It folds down and is not mounted to the tailgate.
Everything works on this Jeep – Radio, Turn signals, everything. I’ve only had this Jeep one week and have driven it about 10 miles. Being a 110HP, it is REALLY snappy and it is a 4-speed and will cruise effortlessly at 60-65MPH without overdrive and without Warn locking hubs, which can be installed. . . ”
View all the information and pics on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD**
(01/15/2012) “1951 Willys CJ3A Flathead L134 engine. All steel modified body. New paint, water pump, master cylinder, belts, hoses, shocks, rebuilt carb, rebuilt starter, all lights and guages work, 12 Volt. Drove it all last summer with no problems, fun little Willys, top speed 45 MPH. I have an extra set of steel wheels w/ 10-15 tires and the seats that came with it that are included.”
Mark just forwarded this to me. The Prospectors Pro Minor League Baseball team is holding aMilitary Vehicle Rally that includes free entrance to the game. If you are interesting, read the information below.
UPDATE: Price was $1200. **SOLD**
The rear axle isn’t mb/gpw and it has no engine or title.. There might be some value here though.
“This is a 1942 Willys Jeep. It was going to be a rebuild project that I never had time to start, so I’m giving someone else the chance to bring her back to life. No engine, no title. $1,200 obo.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500.
(05/14/2012) I think this has a fiberglass body.
“1947 Willys Jeep
$8500.00
Fully Restored”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000
This flattie looks good.
“1946 CJ2a Willys Jeep. Small block Chevy. Reworked from top to bottom. 35 BFG’s.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6200.
Nice looking truck.
“Nice 58 Willys pickup for sale, 289 CI engine, 3 speed with overdrive, nice wheels and tires, good exahst system.
Nice daily driver.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6899
(08/04/2011) This nice looking flattie comes with some upgrades.
“Everything has been replaced or rebuilt
Rebuilt motor
Rebuilt trans
New carb
New wiring,upgraded system to 12 Volt with key start
Tilt steering column
Upgraded 11” Brakes
Not a speck of rust,body and paint has been redone
Also alot of redone chrome work and powder coatingMust see to appreciate.
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5500.
(06/12/2012) It would not surprise me if this was built on a later model CJ-5 frame given the stretched front clip.
“1952 Willys M38 Jeep $6000 obo
350 Revuilt Chevy motor less then 200 miles on it
Corvette Ram Horn style Exhaust Manifolds
2 Barrel Holly Carb, Manual Choke, Mallory Distributer
Mallory Ignition
MSD Coil
Optima Red Top Battery
(All Located under the passenger seat)
Beard Racing Seats, with 3″ Crowe Lap Belts
BeCool Aluminum Radiator
Ford T-18 4 speed Transmission
Dana 20 Transfer Case
Power Steering
Toyota 8″ front and rear out of an 85 Toyota
3:90 Gears
Open front Differential
Spool in Rear Differential
33×12.50×15 Super Swamper TSL (Siped also) only 200 miles on them if that
15×7 Black Rock Crawler Wheels
Custom Cage
Origonal Dash , Autometer Guages
The Fuse Panal (Moroso) is on the dash, Every Switch has a fuse includes switches for
Electric Fan
Pillar Lights
CB
and 2 other blanks
15 gallon Plastic GTS Gas tank
The reason im selling it is because i only drive it once or twice a year in the summer , this jeep runs GREAT! , i would recommend going to a High Flow Water pump (since i dont drive it , i never got around to changing it)
it does run warm at idle on a hot day , it has a Bikini top with Windjammer , also it has half doors they dont make anymore
The front end is extended for the new radiator, i will have more pictures in the next day or 2
NO TRADES!”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/3094901015.html
This looks like it’s a good little jeep, though the passenger side body has had some work done.
“1948 Willys CJ2A Jeep
Buick 225 CI V6 with 4 barrel Holley carb
T90 3 Speed w/ Warn Overdrive (essentially making the 3 speed a 6 speed)
Saginaw Steering Conversion
3″ Rancho Suspension Lift
Upgraded 11″ Drum Brakes all around
(5) 30.5×9.5-15 BFG Mud Terrains (Less than 1000 Miles)
Best Top Soft Top w/ Doors-No Tears, holes or dry rot
Custom Rear tire carrier w/ jerry can mount and CB antenna
Warn 8K Lb winch
Sony Marine Stereo/CD/MP3 Player and 2 All Weather Speakers
Lights, turn signals, gauges and wipers all work
Aftermarket Heater
This vehicle is in great condition and needs nothing to hit the trail! This Jeep was built for trail running. Currently this vehicle is in storage on Drummond Island, but I trailer it back and forth to my house in southeast Michigan.”
http://nmi.craigslist.org/cto/3117611628.html
This has a new body. Not a perfect original restoration, but looks very nice.
“This is a 1946 Willys CJ2A Jeep. I’ve been restoring it for about 6 years now. It has a new metal CJ2A body tub and various other new body parts. I have invested about $9500 in vehicle, body parts, paint, rhino lining, and labor. I’m asking $6,250, but would take any reasonable offer. I’d consider half cash and a trade if it were something that appealed to me like guns, guitars, or something else with wheels to make up the rest of the value. I’m ready to deal. Street legal and much stronger than an ATV.
The 46 Willys is a low geared, 4×4, original flat head 4 banger, stick shift 3 speed. It has been converted from 6v to 12v and has always been pretty much mechanically sound. Top speed is 45-50mph. It can climb paved steep inclines even in third gear with no struggle and can get about anywhere on other terrain in lower gears and 4 wheel drive. It is perfect for the farm or ranch and does well on the state highways, back country roads, hunting trails, and open fields. It is too slow for the interstate. Though it is very much still original, I wanted it to be a daily driver so I installed an additional brake light and turn signals ( not standard for the 46).”
http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/3117610975.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(03/15/2012) This looks solid.
“1948 CJ2A, Frame off painted Mil-Spec tan. Whole list of NEW items including: new wiring and ignition, tires, shocks, blinkers, steering column and gears. New gas pedal assem., cj3a windshield frame with elec. wiper, new brakes. Emergency brake has been gone thru and functions flawlessly. Under carrage has been gone thru and all works well, no squeeks or rattles. 4×4 in good shape, all guages work and it has been switched to 12 volts. Excellent oil pressure, speedo works. Engine has been gone thru with new pistons, rods, valves, valve guides(for running reg. gas), All gaskets, thermostat, carb, fuel pump rebuilt, and new clutch. I drove it the other day in traffic and was cruising around 55-60 and the temp stayed about 160-180. New radiator, and seat belts. Comes with Bikini top, role bar, shovel on drivers side, axe on other side, 2 jerry cans and spare tire. Also most importantly- clear title in hand. What it could use…….Factory seats, factory gas tank. Currently running on boat gas take under seat. SO HERE IT IS, ENJOY because it’s ready to roll for the summer. $4000.00 OBO Contact Mike @ 859-227-7927.”
http://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/3119012688.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
(04/30/2012) I tried to uncover more information about the use of Willys engines in Holt Forklifts, but I found nothing.
However, regarding forklifts, I found that Mercury forklifts were stamped ‘JEEP’ prior to the development of the jeep:
Otis Elevator and Baker Electric Truck combined to produce the first Lift Truck in
1907. It had a nickel iron battery and it had a chain lift. The company was know as Otis-Baker. Baker manufactured the Baker Electric Car but then switched to industrial tow tractors and pushers. They had tiller steering. Otis Elavator was the preeminent expert in all things lift so the marriage was perfect.
Mercury electric trucks were competition for the Baker and they eventually became Pettibone-Mercury. Mercury had nothing to do with the Ford Motor Company and their use of the name pre-dates Ford’s. Mercury was the first company to use the word “jeep” on it’s forklifts. The use of the name pre-dated the famous Willys Jeep. Forklifts to this day are still called Jeeps and occasionally in an old industrial scap heap you may still see a counter weight for an original Jeep.
Read more: What year was the first forklift made? | Answerbag http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/2136154#ixzz1tXwQxWfI
I tried to locate the year in which Mercury forklifts were first called jeeps, but have yet to find it. Instead, I found this brochure on ebay that clearly labels the forklift as JEEP as early as 1950.
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Below we have the Holt Forklift that is for sale:
“holt forklift don’t know what year it is. the motor is a flathead 4cyl willys manual shift 4×4 drive.right now it needs electric fuel pump to run. asking 2000.00 obo call manny 760-250-9975 after 5pm or leaeve message before then.”
http://imperial.craigslist.org/cto/3118683325.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500
(04/13/2011) This looks good.
“I have a restored 1953 M38A1 Millitary Jeep for sale. The jeep is in overall great condition. The jeep has a very solid body that draws attention like crazy and is extremely fun to drive. The price I’m asking is $8000. Please call me if your interested in seeing the jeep or if you want any further details. Please, serious inquiries only.
1953 Willys M38A1 Jeep. Color: Olive Drab
Interior: Olive Drab
Engine: 4 Cylinder
Transmission: 3 Speed Manual/ 2 Speed Transfercase”
If you are in the USA, enjoy your Fourth of July! The CJ-2A photo on top and the WW2 Jeep on the bottom participated in last year’s Fourth of July Parade in Prescott, Az. Both were taken by 89AKurt and posted onto Flickr.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/53074154@N00/5901892191/in/set-72157627116397192/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/53074154@N00/5901891453/in/set-72157627116397192/
David forwarded these images. He wrote, “Found some of my dads photos he took while stationed in Korea ……note the soldier standing outside the flatfender has a rifle pointed at the cameraman”
I especially like the photo of the kids leaning on the jeep. I can relate to doing that as a kid.
Alex forwarded me a variety of Joe Dope posters from WWII. I posted a couple several years ago, but didn’t realize how many others there were.
UPDATE: Was $6996. **SOLD**
“I have a 1949 Willys on a CJ5 frame. The engine is a rebuilt Chev 350 (balanced) with an RV cam. New Edlebrock carb. Jacobs ingnition system. 4 row aluminum radiator. Headers with turbo mufflers. T18 4-speed with Dana20 transfer case. Dana 30 front axle, AMC20 Rear Axle both have new 4:10 gears and equipped with ARB (Air) lockers. Front axle has disc brakes, rear axle drum brakes and also has full floating lock out hubs(real nice for towing). Power steering & power brakes. Hydraulic clutch. Has competition seats with harness. Roll bar. Recent soft top in excellent condition. CB radio, Kenwood cassette stereo. 18 gallon gas tank in back and a 10 gallon tank under the drivers seat. Tire & gas can rack on the back. Highlift jack mounted on the front. Total mileage on this rig since rebuild is under 500 miles. The CJ5 frame provides excellent stabilty while still being small enough overall to wind your way through the narrowest of trails. This rig successfully traveled several black diamond trails around the Gorman Area and easily climbed the sand dunes in Pismo Beach both in Califonia. Highway legal. I just don’t seem to use it enough and I hate to see it sit. Possible trade all or part depending on what you have. I’m interested in boats, 4 stroke outboards, marine/fishing stuff, maybe something along the lines of an older Honda accord type of car.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2900
The outside looks good, but the interior is rough. Looks like someone is a Chargers fan.
“1956 Willys Wagon. Small block chevy. Barn find. Body straight with no rust. Missing dash gauges. Call for more info or pics”
These look like a good price.
“I have four 15 x 7 rims 5×5.5 pattern off of a Willys pickup.
They are USA made steel rims with chrome and black powder coat center.
Take offs with good solid steel. I had 31’s (31×10.5×15) on them and went with a different tire.”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/pts/3116313595.html
It’s missing a few of those original parts.
“for sale 1949 jeep willys cj2. ALL original parts!!
I am asking for 3600/OBO.
No low bawlling, serious inquiries only!
347 858 5053
Vehicle sold as is. See pictures. text or call for questions or more pictures.”
http://newyork.craigslist.org/que/cto/3117155378.html
No pics provided.
“47 jeep 350 chevy 3 speed rat rod sale or trade for baja bug camaro ??? 266 2435”
No pics provided.
“I have a fiberglass Jeep tub for a CJ5. Very solid and usable. I also have a pair of metal fenders and a metal hood that can go with the tub for no additional charge if the buyer wants them.
I am asking $700 for the tub.
For more information, call Ralph at 517.582.1104”
http://lansing.craigslist.org/cto/3117294133.html
You’ll need a tall garage if you want this!
“i have a 52 willy . all 4 link suspension custum frame set up 4 rear engine chevy v8 with 2wd trany has planitary axles out of fork lift . 4 wheel steer have lots go with it $2500.00 firm its very big cash only no trades . big block motor and 400 trany avalible extra. call 802-279-4505 chris”
http://burlington.craigslist.org/cto/3117319569.html
