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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $700.
This looks like a deal. It runs, has a top, and a plow. That’s worth $700 easily. I’m guessing this is a MB rather than a CJ-2A.
“1946 Jeep with plow. 4 wheel drive used to plow driveway for last 3 years. extra set of original rims, extra transmission and transfer case, axels and steering column and wheel. Also have tow bar”
Here’s a ‘professionally’ restored M-38 that doesn’t appear accurately restored. You can see it is missing the M-38 grille and grill mount, suggesting this is a CJ frame. It doesn’t have a M-38 gas tank and the inlet is in an odd position. The windshield vent should be bolted, not hinged. The rear of the frame looks civilian; Here’s the way the rear should really look. Note the drain piece where the hood connects to the body — that is from a CJ-3A. And, last but not least, the Dash Plate is installed upside down and backwards …
“YOU ARE LOOKING AT A 1951 WILLYS JEEP M38 ARMY GREEN WITH ARMY GREEN INTERIOR, HAS GO DEVIL ENGINE, ALL DECALS , GAS CAN, SHOVELS, POWER TAKE OFF LOCKING FRONT HUBS, CANVAS TOP IS OFF . THIS JEEP IS PROFESSIONALLY RESTORED. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 631-218-1300 OR EMAIL AT: AUTOPETENY@AOL.COM.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800.
It does run, but needs work.
“1952 willys M38 jeep , original condition, some rust but very solid. Needs master cylinder rebuild, runs and goes. Have 4 stock rims to go with it. Asking $2800.00”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000
“A 1951 Willy’s Jeepster Roadster that was restored in 2003. Has been in the garage for the last 3 years. Convertable Top, Great Paint and the Original Hurricane 6 cyl engine. Call for more details.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500
This looks good.
“You are looking at a Real nice 1950 Jeepsteer. She has a rebuilt Overhead engine and manual transmission! Give me a call so we can talk about how we can make my car yours. I feel that my price of $7,5,000.00 is very fair for a collector car like this one with the potential that this car has.”
If this just needs the carb cleaned, then it might be a good price.
“For sale is a jeep with a hardtop, needs about $500 of work, brake lines,carb kit, rear springs and exhust. had it running a while back but needs carb kit to start better. Steve 218-261-0263”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/cto/1925204858.html
UPDATE: I suspect this was junked and the now a seller is selling the parts. http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/pts/1957602943.html
This might be a good parts FC.
“GOOD FOR PARTS BRING A TRAILER VERY LOW MILE TRUCK/JEEP HAS PLOW AND DUMP BED SEATS CENTER MOTER COVER VERY NICE SET OF DIFF’S AND TRANSFERCASE.HAS A 1959 CHEVY V-8 IN IT NOW WITH TRANS.”
Runs and moves.
“When’s the last time you’ve seen one of these. 1957 Jeep FC 150. 4 cyl, 3 spd, high-low transfer case. runs and moves. Great project. Have title. $ 2100.00 Call Marty 320-358-3550, please no calls after 10pm.”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/cto/1923629229.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
This seems to be missing a body.
“1947 Jeep. New seats, manual trans, twin stick transfer case, Detachable tow bar, Has ford Pinto 4 cylinder motor That ran last time i drove it about a year ago, only problem is that it needs a fuel return line to the fuel tank because it floods out at idle. comes with stock steel hood (stamped Willie) and aftermarket fiberglass hood. Great projet!”
This needs some work … I’m less certain an average Joe could do a great job with this unless they expend an unaverage amount of money.
“I have a ’42, Ford GPW, real deal WWII jeep. Frame and body are original as is the glove box door. Serial numbers are the same in all three areas. At some point earlier in its life it had a small ford straight six installed. I got it to restore. But after an accident my health is holding me back. So I hope that someone else can bring it back to life. Look at this way no compound curves, no fancy expensive rechromimg polishing. The ” average Joe” could do a great job on this little piece History. Questions, wanna take a look? Ph. 209 599-6044.”
http://stockton.craigslist.org/cto/1926366898.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500
Here’s a good looking flattie with a fiberglass body. This might be a good price.
“the jeep has a 4 cyc ford motor 3 speed trans. 4×4 all works good the body is fiberglass all in good shape has a heater late steering gear box highway gears”
This also includes a rebuildable MB/GPW of some sort. No pictures of that.
“1948 CJ2A Willys Jeep in excellent shape. Ready to drive away or pull with attached tow bar. This price includes one more rebuildable older (1942) model.”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/1924396109.html
UPDATE: Was $4500. **SOLD**
“1960 Willys CJ-3B; IN GOOD SHAPE; RUNS GREAT; ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
This doesn’t run at the moment.
“1946 Willys Jeep CJ2A Service Manuel Included. 3 Speed Stick Shift. NOT RUNNING. Motor is all here but it is apart. Newer Tires. If Interested Call And Make Me An OFFER. ”
Looks ready to roll.
“3,500 miles on complete restoration, 283 v8 with automatic, 33×11.5×15 tires and rims, also has original rims with new tires (like spare). Restoration professionally done. Asking $14,900 or best offer. Email or call with questions. 507-829-5528”
http://siouxfalls.craigslist.org/cto/1925338354.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1650.
(07/05/2010) This looks good, though it needs the gas tank replaced.
“Selling a 1947 Willys CJ2A. Runs good and the 4 wheel drive works great. All lights work, headlights, tail lights, brake lights, turn signals and dash light. Heater works great. Steering is sloppy, interior floor could use some work, seats torn up (not original). Fuel tank removed, using portable boat tank now. I do have two fuel tanks, but they need work. Inner windshield frame needs work or replacing. Have extra windshield frame, modified to single glass. Windshield wiper motors need replacing. Would make a great wheeler or great for restoration project. Have title. Asking $1650 OBO. Am looking for guns, Ford Bronco or Ford F150 short bed (only 4×4) in trade, either part or straight across. Don’t have what I am looking for, shoot me an email with pictures, most I can say is NO. Rigs must run. Let me know what you have. Call Phil at 503-359-4520.”
http://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/1913124266.html
UPDATE: Mathew noted this is still for sale.
(06/22/2010) This looks pretty nice, though something unusual has been done to the hood. There are 2 bolts/rivets on both sides of the hood that seem to warp it slightly. There is also a motor issue.
“Real nice old jeep. was restored about 10 years ago. Body is in great shape… didn’t require any patchwork. Interior was PROFESSIONALLY Rhino Lined. Not the cheap imitation stuff. Completely new wiring harness, 12 volt. New Gauges. New seats, new upholstery, new rear seat. New Tires. All new switches. New brakes, New heater. No expense spared. Everything was gone through, and it has less than 5000 miles on it since completion. Needs some motor work / new motor depending on how handy you are. An exhaust seat let loose on the number 3 cylinder. Didn’t do any damage to the motor, but it needs a new one pressed in. I’m not handy enough, nor do I have the time to do the work. Top end is off the motor. Winch not included. Comes with a rollbar, new bikini top.”
http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/cto/1880683341.html
UPDATE: Still Available — If anyone goes to see it, can you get me pics of the CJ-3B fiberglass body? Thanks!
(04/25/2010) According to the seller, the body is in bad condition. However, the seller claims to have a replacement fiberglass body. If it’s a CJ-3B fiberglass body, that would be a rare item to have.
“195? Willys CJ3B Jeep, now a project vehicle at this point… As seen in the pictures, the body is basically gone. The engine is a Dauntless 225ci V6 2-bbl with dual exhaust. There was nothing wrong with the engine when parked, but it hasn’t even been turned over in years. The transmission is a Muncie car 4 speed that has been addapted to the Buick engine. A Warn overdrive unit is attached to the back of the Dana 18 transfer case. The frame is in excellent shape, with a Rancho 4″ lift. The axles are a Dana 27 front, Dana 44 rear, 5:38 gears, both open. I do have a complete new fiberglass body for it, and an original (good shape) steel Willys grille. If you want the original four cylinder engine and T90 tranny, I have that too. I’ll be available the weekend of April 23 – 25 to show it, if you’re interested. Mike 330-998-3583.”
http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/cto/1701373608.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4200
(02/20/2010) Looks good.
“Truck is in working condition. Has v6 and 3 speed trans, hi and lo gange works well.
Chevy running gear and suspention. Interior was re-done 3 yars ago. Comes with tonnue
cover and tire rack. Truck is solid steel no bondo!!! Great Truck for total restoration!
Not in perfect condition but far from poor. Asking 4,200 obo!!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000
(03/22/2010) Nice, very nice. But, it does need the floor boards replaced due to the transmission install. It’s unclear just how much work is required.
“1954 Willys CJ 3B highhood with the following: Chevy 327, 4bbl, high torque starter, headers, new clutch, newly rebuilt SM465 4-spd with “granny low”, Advance Adaptors to a rebuilt Dana 18 transfer case with upgraded intermediate shaft, Warn overdrive, new drivelines fr/r, Dana 44 front and rear with Detroit lockers, 4-wheel disk brakes, tilt steering, full cage, bikini and full top, racing bucket seats and 5 point harness, custom front bumper with receiver mount for portable Warn winch. (winch not included), towbar, 33″ (?) Swampers on American Racing wheels, Warn locking hubs front, upgraded axel shafts (forget brand)……red….Hummm…. That’s all I can think of right now. It looks great and everything works. Only thing it needs is the floor boards replaced from transmission swap. Have the floor boards.”
UPDATE: Was $4000. **SOLD**
(08/21/2010) Last night I spotted this Truck for sale. The seller, Brian, doesn’t provide much detail, however he does provide a link to stories about his Truck. And let me tell you, they had me laughing (in that kind of Oh SHIT manner). For example, two stories involved failed brakes in precarious spots. Oh, and throw in a 15ft drop over a rock face and, well, you get the picture. Visit Brian’s Willys Blog.
“Back in the Spring of 1976 I bought my 1960 Willys Jeep pickup. It’s been at the center of many fine adventures, including driving it to Seattle from Bozeman in 1980. Recently, though, it’s pretty much been relegated to my garage and I think it’s time find someone who can care for the old guy the way he deserves. You really need to see this truck to to fully appreciate this virtually all original vehicle. If you’re interested in some of the adventures see my blog at http://geezergleanings.blogspot.com/ I’ll be around most of this weekend. If you want to check it out let me know.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $8800
(08/13/2010) This looks great.
“NICE WILLYS JEEP NEED TO SELL ASAP PLEASE LOOK ALL ORRGINAL EVERY THING WORKS NEED TO SELL 310-930-2719 california car always lived in palm springs ”
http://palmsprings.craigslist.org/cto/1927487075.html
This is on eBay.
“Here is a 1950ish CJ-3A Willy’s Jeep. This is a parts Jeep only. I do not have the title for it. I will write out a bill of sale for whoever buys it. What you see is what you get. It does have a good windshield, hood, grille, front fenders, seat frames, and some other small parts. The tub of the jeep is average for the jeep of this age. There is no motor, transmission, steering column. I do have a soft top for the jeep, but it looks like the jeep looks…rough. I bought the jeep like it is for a parts jeep, all it has done is sit in the shop collecting dust so its time to sell it.There are several good parts on this jeep and would make a good parts jeep for someone.”
View and the info on eBay or view it on Craigslist.
I’ve spent most of the weekend coding and reorganizing content so that readers can use the menus to navigate ewillys differently. I’ll be launching this updated system sometime next weekend. One small is example of today’s efforts is that you’ll now find Trucks and Wagons have their own categories and areas.
Two new areas will include (1) a how-to area, which will integrate readers submissions and web content, to help builders/problem solvers with their vehicles and (2) an “identify” area which I’ll be building out to help people identify their jeeps (by grille type, body type, data plates, serial number, engine type, and more).
I’ll be back to regular updates tomorrow.
Just a few Updates Tonight ….
As a kid in elementary school, I remember climbing under my desk as part of our emergency drills (earthquake, nuclear blast, bully avoidance). But, I always wondered what I would do if there wasn’t a desk to dive under!
Now I know the government had already been planning for a lack of desks. Thanks to this image Alex spotted on Wikipedia, I now see that I just have to locate a Willys Wagon and dive into it for safety. Sure, it might get blown over, but it would sure be more comfortable than getting trapped underneath my desk (unless I was trapped under my desk with my sweetheart from 6th grade Michelle, but that’s a whole ‘nother story)! See the expanded image here.
