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UPDATE: Still Available
(06/27/2011) Unclear if it runs.
“1949 Willys Jeep original 4 cylinder. Body is in decent shape, floor pans need attention, but otherwise good. Have title for the Jeep. I believe it is complete minus the gas tank. I have too many projects that I will never get to.”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/cto/2515702358.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
(07/19/2011) It could use some work.
“1942 Willys Jeep. This jeep was bought as a hunting jeep approximately ten years ago. I stopped driving it when my kids were born. The previous owner had it since the end of the war. He used it as a hunting jeep in Napa, California so it was not driven to hard. He had the engine changed to a F4-134 thats why the hood was cut so it would fit. They also put in an old Buick tilt steering wheel because the previous owner was to big to get behind the wheel. I replaced the old unoriginal hubs with new warn hubs. Brakes need rebuilt, needs new leaf springs (The originals are tired and flat). The engine was rebuilt just prior to me buying the jeep. I haven’t put 500 miles on the jeep. The jeep runs but I haven’t driven it in years. It was stored in a barn on the ranch then moved to my garage 4 years ago.”
On the way back from picking up the new top for Biscuit a couple of weeks ago, Karson and I took the scenic route back to Renton and passed through Black Diamond (a very small town). We pulled into a local mini mart and as I exited the car I looked up to see this old sign, still standing. It is a very tall sign and I did my best to get as close as I could, but my phone’s camera just didn’t do a great job. However, if you could see it clearly you would see what appears to be a CJ-3A on the left side.
This CJ-2A comes with a carrier (perhaps to carry extra parts and a tool box?)
“I have a 1946 Willy’s CJ2 that i acquired from the original owner (they bought it in the early 50’s from the military). It has the original engine and runs like a dream. it was used as a ranch vehicle to walk horses. it is in excellent condition but has no windshield and i dont have the money to buy one or the skill to make one. if you are interested in this vehicle call (four three five eight six eight one four four one) and ask for eric and we’ll discuss price. i am interested in trades as well, preferably of the motorcycle variety.”
http://saltlakecity.craigslist.org/cto/2515080239.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $300.
It looks like this was stretched some time ago based on the rust.
“For sale is a Jeep CJ2A body that has been stretched to fit on a CJ7, Wrangler or Chevy Blazer frame. Come with vin tag. $300”
Not quite all original, but close. It appears the bumper area and front frame rail intersections have been modified.
“ALL ORIGINAL, 4CYL. 50HP “GO DEVIL”, 208-743-6646 NO TRADES!”
http://lewiston.craigslist.org/cto/2510128857.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000.
“1949 Red Willys CJ3A Jeep, very stock, never really restored, just rebuilt as needed along the way. Body has been repaired some, but looks good. Flathead L134 engine rebuilt, still 6V, brakes all redone, new Best Top, 4 fairly new NDT tires, my driver Jeep, pretty at 20 feet, but not afraid to go off road. The Newgren Buzz Saw is as found, unrestored. I have all the rear PTO assembly, but it is not installed. This saw is draw bar mounted and a Willys Special Equipment Option. Be the hit at the next Working Willys Show. Price for both is $7000.”
This doesn’t run. Mark has this listed over at Sellajeep.com.
“1955 m38a1, very complete, all orig 24v motor, even has orig blackout light, back seat, orig markings. Not running, lost title, 20 years in barn, needs minor floor repair, 5 matching correct tires/rims $1500 Jim 609-654-5070 New Jersey”
http://www.sellajeep.com/sale/ads305/ads305.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9000
“Barn find, but maintained 1958 Willys Jeep FC170 all original an unmolested, good tires, original wheels & snow plow incl. runs good. possible 40,000 original miles, Ca. truck still has all the undercoating. Not a ding anywhere. CA.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
“1946 Jeep Hunting Vehicle
Four Cylinders, Three Speed Transmission
Two Speed Transfer
This vehicle is in running condition with good tires.
No title available $3000.00 OBO”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
I don’t believe this runs.
“Here is a 47 jeep 2 wheel drive truck i’m listing for a friend,rust free and very nice body,small V-6 was put in it and last owner gave up on it”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.
This looked like an average parts jeep until I saw the bow holders on the passenger side.
“Doesn’t run. Titled in Colorado. Has most of original parts. Was going to build a rock crawler but kids came. I have no time to fix need to sell.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500
This looks good.
“1951 CJ Jeep low hood flat fender, 350 Chev with turbo 400 Auto, 1970’s running gear, tilt wheel, power brakes with disc up front, aluminum radiator, new full soft top with doors plus bikini top as shown”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000
It’s gonna need some work.
“957 Willys Jeep 4-wheel drive forward cab truck. Original drivetrain. No title. Rough but rebuildable. Reply by email is best, leave a phone # and I will call you back. All offers considered!”
This doesn’t run.
“For sale: 1950 Willys Jeep. flathead 4 cyl. Has been sitting in a barn for some time and is not currently running. It has the power takeoff for farm use. 765-524-0108”
http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/2512303027.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800. Appears to have a Boston Top.
This looks pretty solid.
“1947 Willys. Runs and starts good. 5 new tires and a hard metal top. Please call 765-4268 for more info.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(06/07/2011) Glenn is selling his DJ-3A. glenns@tdstelme.net
“1962 Willys DJ3A Surrey, Body,Original Frame with SN# 21501 visible, Surrey Top Bows, Included also is Original DJ3A Front Axle, Rear Axle, and Side Shift T-96 B Transmission I purchased separately and am picking up on way to The Great Willys Picnic, Sunday, June 12. The bad side of the deal is there is NO Title, NO Data Plate, but repros are available (Would Read 56337-21501), and other than a few other misc. parts, what you see is what you get. The original frame is usable, though the front cross member has been replaced with a later unit to accommodate a steering sector which is included. The 4WD Axles included are probably CJ5. According to the folks in Maryland I bought this from, this Surrey was used frequently on a 60’s TV Show called Wonderama broadcast locally in the NYC and Baltimore areas, but I have not confirmed this yet. This was originally a true pink Surrey, built in the first third of 1962 production. A challenging restoration, you’ll be searching for many DJ3A specific parts, but here is a great beginning and only out and about because of this eWillys site along with Dave’s sharp eyes. The price is $2500 CASH, includes delivery to either The Great Willys Picnic or any where between there and my Maine location. Again: Bill of Sale ONLY!!! Email me glenns@tdstelme.net for phone contact and other information.”
UPDATE: Was $1500. **SOLD**
Unclear if this runs or not.
“All stock and together except right tail light lens and rear seats. Sound and fairly straight body. Needs front floor and tailgate patch panels. No other serious rust. 2 broken windows but they are easy to replace flat glass.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500
“1952 Willys: Body in very nice condition for it’s age. Not rusted out.
L-Head 6-cyl super hurricane out of a ? 1954.
Clutch- single dry plate
transmission-3 speed manual
Axel ratio 488;1
4 wheel drive
Can be driven
Front seats have been re done using orig parts
still needs the head liner done
has tubed military tires ( holding air)”
UPDATE: Back on eBay
(05/18/2011) This has a solid looking roll cage. It also has a CJ-2A windshield, which means that cage is unusually tall, so the average top probably won’t work on it.
“I’m not sure where to start. I have owned this Jeep since 1998 and I have rebuilt or replaced just about every part on it over the years. THIS IS NOT A PROJECT Jeep, it is turn key and ready to go wheeling. Here are the main points:
-Rebuilt stock F-head engine, head rebuilt and decked, replaced rings but they didn’t seat well so it smokes. Currently running a progressive 2BBL Weber carb with cable throttle. Has manual hand throttle for crawling.
-Stock axles front and rear, 5.38 gears, front has been completely rebuilt with new R&P, axles, bearings, 2.5″x11″ brakes from 1976 Wagoneer, rear has Lock-Right Locker, new 10-spline axles & seals and 2″x9″ brakes from the front.
-Stock rebuilt transmission, transfer case and drive shafts, rebuilt clutch; shifts smooth, no grinding, no noise but drips a little.
-Upgraded master cylinder to a dual reservoir unit from a ’63 Caddy, all new brake hoses, stock parking brake was gone so I installed a Micro-lock to pass Tech inspection.
-I added a late model GM power steering box and pump with a cooler. Frame was completely boxed in front and new crossmember fabricated. All new tie rod ends, HD drag link, u-joint steering shaft, steers with one finger!
-Six point roll cage, rock sliders, reclining seats from an ’03 Jeep, dual spare Jerry cans, replacement plastic gas tank in stock location, swing away spare tire mount, stock wheels with reinforced centers. Tires are 32×11.50R15LT and are almost new.
-All wiring was replaced with a complete fuse box and harness from a mid ’70s GM sedan so all lights work, 12V alternator, has emergency flashers, electric fan, mechanical SW gauges and even a working horn.
-Front leaf springs are longer for more droop, all four spring mounting plates are reinforced and have slider plates to protect the oversized U-bolts.
-The windshield is from an earlier Willys but I have a cut-down 2A windshield frame I will throw in that I bought on E-Bay a few years back.
This Jeep has done most of the trails in Big Bear, CA, including The John Bull both directions, Odessa and Doran Canyons in Calico, Cleghorn (before it was closed), Truckhaven, the Panamints, Death Valley and more. I have had minor issues but it has never left me stranded on the trail. It currently has one locking hub in front and one stock drive flange because I broke a hub last time out. Either replace the hub or I have the other stock drive flange.
It comes with spare front axle shafts, the stock carb and linkage, spare u-joints, tierod ends and whatever I have stashed in the garage that came on it. I have clear California title in hand. Take a close look at the photos and if I have missed something please ask. The Jeep is located about 20min east of Pasadena, CA. Delivery is possible but we will need to work that out in advance.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.
(07/08/2011) It’s a project.
“This is a project 1962 Willys Jeep M170 what latter became the CJ6 but it has a lot of stuff to put it together.
Axles
Rear-Art Morrison Big Web 9″ with Torino Ends and Strange 31 spline shafts. has a 3rd member but it needs gears
Front-HP D30.
Transmission
Chevy NV 3500 (5spd)
T-case
NV231
Engine
Fuel Injected 4.3 from a mid 90’s Blazer, I have the complete wiring harness, fuel pump, computer, everything.
also comes with
two steering columns (one from the Blazer), two radiators (one from a FSJ), orginial gas tank, hood, grill, fenders, tailgate, a NOS Medics top, brand new doors, windshield, peddle assembly, exhaust, older Master Craft Seats.
The bad is the body, as this is one of ~5000 or so built it is quite rare and hard to get body panels. but if your good at body work then you should be able to figure it out.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(07/26/2011) This has a rear PTO and was a column shift before a conversion.
“Vintage 1946 Jeep CJ2A. One owner since about 1947. Regularly serviced. Garaged for all of its life and not used for the past 25 years. Engine has been started regularly. First civilian model after WWII. Had shifter on steering column, but has been converted to a floor shift. Original flat head engine has also been replaced with the overhead valve four cylinder ‘hurricane’ engine. Large rear mounted PTO winch. Otherwise, most everything else is stock. In great shape with a ‘Koenig’ steel top. VERY little rust, if any? Repainted, upholstered and gone over mechanically in about 1956. Seats can use new upholstery. Carburetor rebuilt in 2006. Doesn’t burn oil or leak. Tires are all pretty good. Rims have a chrome ring on the rim. Everything works good. Runs great. Great for original restoration or drive it as is. Serious parties please E-mail to discuss price.”
http://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/2513568755.html
UPDATE: **SOLDO** Was $1250
(06/03/2011) This needs work.
“getting to be kind of a rare one 1956 cj6 yes the long one 4 cly f head typ 3spd trans twin stick transfer it runs and ive drove on our land a little the 4×4 seems to work windshield frame is good no tops some one had plated the back floor see pic NO SEATS the org gas tank is in it but some has added the one you see in the pic brakes work if you pump them up tires are shot SOLD AS IS WHERE IS BRING YOUR TRAILER have a clear title ava for it were up near scottsbluff nebraska zip code 69361 2400.00 cash no trades”
UPDATE: Dan is buying this project. It was priced at $300.
Rick’s brother passed away recently, so Rick is selling his brother’s Wagon project.
Rick writes, “It has a clear title and all the parts (except the original motor), including two transfer cases, a 283 V8 (which is on the side of the house on a pallet) and a straight 6 Ford engine. I think he was leaning towards putting the 6 in it. The back of the jeep is full of parts. I would like to find someone who would love to put it back together.”
Here are two pics before it was disassembled:
UPDATE: Was on ebay.
From the “I had this corvette and jeep sitting around see … and it suddenly ocurred to me to combine them” department comes this unusual combo. There is work left to do.
“This vehicle was built by taking a 1984 corvette, removing the body, moving the radiator back and the gas tank forward. Then I wrapped the jeep body around it. The jeep body is welded to the steel corvette chassis. I took the jeep body panels down to bare metal. I painted the car myself. It was the first time I ever painted a car (although I have built several other major conversions). The paint looks good from a few feet away but it does have some major runs in places. It was painted approximately 1 year ago but I think the runs can still be sanded out. Although there is very little body filler there are some dents I didn’t fix before painting. Most notably a couple dents on the hood and around the rear corners.
The car runs, drives, stops, steers, shifts, etc. I have driven it but never more than a couple of miles. The motor runs and sounds really nice.
I installed a gage cluster from a 2001 Silverado. The speedo, tach, oil pressure and voltage gage all work.
The chassis is all corvette so it has the legendary C4 aluminum wishbone suspension, aluminum independent rear suspension, aluminum driveshafts, four wheel vented disc brakes, etc.
The car is titled as a 1969 Specially Constructed vehicle, body type: CV for convertible. The title is clear and in my name. It is on planned non operational status right now. The car is smog exempt in California because of the year. The VIN has been welded onto the frame in the front but it should probably be stamped in a couple more locations. The old Corvette VIN is still on the dash and needs to be removed. …. See more on ebay”
