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Importantly, the allure of buying a project jeep can be romantic. The reality of restoring a jeep can be quite different, expensive and overwhelming without the right tools and resources. So, tread carefully when purchasing a "project". If you have any concerns about buying a vintage jeep, or run across a scam, feel free to contact me for help, comments or concerns .
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000
(12/11/2009) The grille on this doesn’t look like a 1946 Grille. I don’t see the bow brackets on the driver’s side either. The rear lights look incorrect … I”m sure there’s more.
“1946 Willis CJ2A-First Civilian Model. Complete restoration from the frame-up. Clear Florida title. 44miles on the motor & drive train. Pics included.”
There may be some value here.
“53 Willys CJ-3B
I bought it to restore several years ago.
It still sits in my garage and time to restore it is no where in sight.
I have a motor and transmission to go with it, not installed.
Floors have some rust but are the most complete I’ve seen in an unrestored Willys.
$1,200 firm Clear South Dakota title.
If you can’t come to Hermosa South Dakota to look at and/or purchase it, then don’t bug me.
(605) four eight four-2859”
http://sd.craigslist.org/cto/2350996166.html
UPDATE: Was $1200. **SOLD**
There may be some value here.
“needs to be fixed up been sitting in a biulding for 12 years”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1500.
“have a 1946 willys jeep 4×4. *NO TITLE* i use Offroad only.flathead motor. RUNS. Frame/lift are solid. Frame from a later model cj. 34″ old swamper tires decent tread. walker exhaust and NEW fuel pump. have original windshield frame, no glass. Not much rust, but keep in mind its a 1946 thats been used for hunting. Serious buyers only. No dreamers. Don’t waste my time or yours. This is a cheap price for willys that RUNS. $1500. (863)4505797”
http://lakeland.craigslist.org/cto/2210952202.html
I wish we had some better photos of these. These three photos were shot in 1949 by J.R. Eyerman in Shanghai, China (click on the pics to see the Eyerman credit) for Life Magazine. Interestingly, on this page the credit for the third photo is also, or mistakenly, given to Jack Birns. Also, according to this page, the third photo captures the last tug to leave Shanghai, with credit to Jack as well. According to the folks at G503, these jeeps were used by the shore patrol “to pick up mostly drunks in and was easy to wash out the puke.”
Here’s a good way to celebrate the holidays! You can see more holiday cars here.
Those hurricane rims are worth at least $100 by themselves.
“Transmission is a T14A-1. The transfer case is Spicer. If you want only the transmission or only the transfer case, they’re $150 each. Please see my other ads about my 1962 Willys CJ5.”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/pts/2348507776.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $150
This looks like a good price.
“For Sale: 4 Rims and Tires for a ’40’s -’79 Jeep CJ 5 /CJ 7 / Willys. All hold air. Approximately 75 -80% of their tread left. 7.50 -16 LT”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2650.
This might be a good price.
“1952 Willys Jeep Flat Head Ford. Engine starts up and runs. High low transmission clutch Needs Restoration. $2650/OBO”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price.
No pics provided.
“I have a 1941 Jeep Willy for sale, check this cool Jeep out. Call me at: 858-689-8900 or 858-568-6623. Ask for Jamie or Luis. Thank you”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
This includes front and rear PTOs.
“1955 Willys Cj3b. It has original F-head hurricane 134 motor, T90 transmission, PTO winch, Harrison heater, powertake off on rear bumper,but is not hooked up, soft top made by best top. New painless wiring harness converted to 12 volt, towing bar. $4500 O.B.O.”
This sounds like a must sell situation.
“1952 Overland M38 A1 Jeep. Moving soon and don’t have the time to restore this properly. Frame is in *excellent* condition, no rust. Needs some bodywork on rear panel and left-front fender, otherwise ready for primer-paint. Mostly complete though missing random parts like seat cushions, generator, gauges, and other little odds/ends. Transmission and transfer case recently rebuilt (can’t verify though they shift fine and oil was clean). Engine rebuilt though I don’t know how much mileage or when. Cyl head needs new valves and guides since they rusted from sitting in damp environment. If you have questions please ask, email for quickest response. $1500 firm. You won’t find one in better condition.”
http://portland.craigslist.org/yam/cto/2348484080.html
Here’s a PTO north of the border.
“8000 lb Ramsey pto winch. I the pto unit which bolts to the back of the transfercase and the winch drum. I don’t have the driveshaft, but they can be easily built”
http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rds/pts/2347265379.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
This looks like a good price.
“you are looking at a 1965 Jeep cj5 it is a tuxedo Model. it meeds to be restored but all is there and works as it should”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** was on eBay
This is very interesting. The rear on this seems similar to the rear extension on yesterday’s lead Colorado jeep. The seller believes this is an ambulance. I searched for an example of CJ-2A ambulance, but have yet to find any images that verifies one was built (though I’ve seen other extended CJ-2As). It seems more like a utility rig to me, especially given what appear to be utility racks above. I also believe the lack of a siren (or spot on the roof where one was mounted), also suggests it wasn’t an ambulance. None-the-less, the starting bid of $650 is a good price and it would be an interesting rig to restore. The seller provides a great, detailed review of this.
“I have never seen another jeep exactly like this. Its pretty rare. It is a left hand drive (so, its clearly not a postal jeep), its a flat fender, 4 wheel drive Willys jeep with an extended body and ambulance racks. (I do have a similar Swedish Jeep included in the photos for reference.) It needs restoration.
The metal tub is extended 24” and looks to be all original work from the time of manufacturing, it is well done and very unique. The extension is aft of the rear wheels as pictured.
The most amazing aspect of this jeep is the aircraft style aluminum top (“Tin Top”, if you will). The top has what I am told are stretcher ‘stays”. We were told this is an ambulance, and by all appearances, it would function as an ambulance. The top itself is original to the jeep and done professionally, its solid and riveted to perfection.
The top has functioning aluminum side storage doors and rear body aluminum storage doors that open and lock (as pictured). The top interior has metal caged storage areas, all are sturdy and have been in place about 60 years, holding up to the test of time!
The lower body is steel with age appropriate and reparable rust, but has been in California for many years and much of it is surface rust. The floor board rust and a couple other rust areas will need more elbow grease and restoration than other areas and is more than surface rust. You have to ask me questions on this and look at the photos as some of the rust will need actual rust repair. I want you to know the needs of this project so that you are happy with your purchase.
The front grill is temporarily attached for engine replacement, it will need to be bolted back in properly.
The original tail gate is in tact and functioning.
The original tilt-out windshield frame is there, minus the glass (you guys know how easy this is to get replaced).
All original gauges are there (no broken glass!)
All original latches (windshield, seat, etc.) are present
Original drivers seat is present and functioning (needs restore)
Passengers seat present (original?)
Original gas tank
Original shifter levers
Original 4×4 transfer case
Original Axles
Original Transmission
Original Two Piece Hood
Original fenders
Original Tub
Original Steering Wheel
Original Steering Gear
Original aluminum “sun visor” (over windshield area)
Military Style Pintle hitch mount in rear
Tow Bar attached to the front
Has 5 on 5.5 Jeep lugs will need new tires, but rolls freely as is
Will need new brakes, original brake cylinder is in place
Mechanical: The axles, transfer case and transmission are all in the jeep. Both driveshafts have been removed, but the original rear driveshaft and also, 1/2 of the front driveshaft are both included in a large box of parts that go with the Jeep. You guys know you can get these driveshafts with ease.
The engine is not installed but is included as well. It was removed for restoration (so that part of the job is already done!). It will need obvious restoration, but is not clearly not seized as the crank is out of the block. If I were to complete the project, I’d give it an acid bath and re-assemble. You will have to purchase a single rod and piston (which is available at “Border Parts” in San Diego), plus purchase the correct fly wheel (there is a fly wheel, but it does not appear to be correct), everything else is present including motor mounts and the head (as pictured). The engine is what I was told to be the original engine. It is a Willys flat head 4, has an original 1958 job tag riveted to the block (see pictures).
The attached engine job tag shows 2 cylinders, 1 rod and one main bearing was replaced in 1958 (again, see the pictures of the metal riveted on job tag).
The camshaft and valves are still in the block. Also included are 3 rod and piston assemblies, the crankshaft, main bearing blocks, side valve cover, manifold, exhaust, oil pan, head, etc.
MISC. INFO.:
We can not know the actual mileage as the paint has faded.
At some point in the past, a pipe vise was added to the front bumper, it can easily be removed. Also, barely visible below the driver’s windshield is a red stenciled ” FIVE STAR GENERAL” . No, I don’t believe it was a real 5-star general, just a guy who was very happy with his unique jeep.
This Jeep is sold with a bill of sale only, it is a collectible and will need to be restored before going on the road, however, both VIN tags are attached as photographed, this will be an easy registration (and NO smog required :).”
No pics provided.
“1947 cj2a farm jeep with pto. this jeep is all origanal. i got it from the origanal owner who bought it brand new and it stayed on the same farm until i bought it. i haven’t had it running, but the engine turns and fires. the tires are in great shape. this is the last decent jeep i have. i’ve sold everyything else that was decent and wanted very badly to keep this one. i do have another one available as parts. call 231 871 1344 for more info.”
No pics provided, but might make a good parts vehicle.
“1955 Jeep M38A with rebuild manual. Complete parts with out engine. Also spare parts and body is in good shape. Please call Sam 991-8642. $300.00 OBO Please no emails.”
No pics provided.
“Great project tub has some rust not bad the engine is out but the block has been totaly redone bored 0.30 over new valves ,valve seats and springs new cam ,crank has been polished head and block have been surfaced also new cam bearings I have a lot of extra eng parts this jeep also has a military half cab with. Doors .serious inquiries only please .call 7697985507 Jamie if no awnser leave a message emails will not be awnsered may take partial trade on guns call me with what you have thanks”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2500
(11/04/2009) There are a few things that need finishing.
“CJ2A flathead 4cyl. 3 spd, twin stick transfercase. All new brakes, bearings & knuckles packed, drivers seat moved back for more room, new gas tank and gauge. I have a Florda title, and extra parts. $ 2500.00 cash . OBO Bill. 214-755-7989”
http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/cto/2349783410.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4900.
New pics added. It looks good.
“1948 Willys Jeep licensed, Runs and drives great. Winch, tow bar, good top.”
UPDATE: Was $3500. **SOLD**
(04/09/2011) The front bumper area has been modded, but it looks pretty stock otherwise.
“1953 Willy’s Jeep with F-134 Hurricane engine. This jeep runs great.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $300
“This is a Very Early Civilian Jeep tub.(VEC).This has the indents for shovel and ax.Needs floor.Outside sheetmetal and firewall in great shape.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(03/09/2011) It’s got dual tanks and a few other changes.
“1948 Jeep willy, Runs great must see. Contact Joe at (909) 899-6393 or text (909) 278-1721”
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/2350276078.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
(02/16/2011) There might be some value here.
“i have 3 jeep station wagons all need to be restored 1 has engine and a good body, the second has a good body but no motor or trans and the third is just for parts. im selling all 3 for $1800”
