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This is one of several automobiles the seller has for sale.
“1964 willeys jeep. steel top &doors. real nice frame. runs and moves . 4cyl. has plow with hydrolic lift and manual angle. this jeep had been sitting and needs work. $695. money talks. Call the owner Ray @ 802-933-2830 leave a message if not home.”
http://burlington.craigslist.org/cto/1548477299.html
Here’s a good price on a never-installed passenger fender.
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46-52 CJ2A, CJ3A, M38 passenger side fender. Reproduction solid never installed. 603-783-1209″
http://nh.craigslist.org/pts/1549231809.html
UPDATE: The seller has added a trailer into the deal
(01/09/09) It looks like there might be some rust on the driver’s side, but hard to tell for sure from the pic.
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1958 Willys CJ3B, original engine, runs good, new gas tank, steering wheel, speedometer, wiper motor, wheels seat belts, roll bar…everything is mecanically good and everything works…I drive it on the road…it has some body rust but otherwise is solid. 704-902-0121, 704-878-9661”
http://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/1551028113.html
I think at least some of these images are from Israel? If not, I believe they are from that general area.
The first one might be the newest. I’m not sure if the grilles and fenders are armored or not, but most certainly appear heavy duty.
Note how thin and tall the tires are on this jeep.
Now, that seat below can’t be comfortable for long drives!
In the two pics below, the people look like they are from ‘Rat Patrol, The Reality Series’. I think either the jeep in this first pic is a 1948 or the image was taken in 1948?
Searching for something else, I discovered Chris Kelley’s blog and his new Willys: a 1956 DJ-3A with 4wd. I’ve seen enough DJ-3As with 4wd that I asked Bruce if he knew whether any DJ-3As came with a 4wd package, but to the best of his knowledge (which is the best I know of) he said there was no 4wd option of which he was aware.
Chris writes on his website about new purchase (sept 7 09) “Yep, you’re looking at a 1956 (sort of) CJ3a (sort of) Willy’s Overland Jeep (completely!). Its sort of a 56 since that’s what the tub plate says. Its also only sort of a CJ3A since the tub plate also says its a DJ3a, which was a 2 wheel drive version made for the postal service and other delivery trucks. However, my best guess is that someone replaced the original tub with the one it has now, since this does have 4WD.”
It’s a good looking jeep, though there’s a small ding in the passenger rear, and here some pics from his site:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4200
This is a blend of CJ-3A and CJ-5.
“i have for sale a 1974 cj5 frame and running gear with a 232 straight 6 motor t90 3 speed trans, and a dana20 transfer case it has a 1951 cj3a body on it its an all steel reproduction body with almost no rust. only rust on it is on front of one fender. it has a new wiring harness from painless that has not been fully hooked up, rear lights and gauges are all thats left to hook up, all wires are there coiled up in front floor. only needs minor fixes to be a great jeep. runs and drives great 4×4 works fine high and low work fine. brakes work fine. has a springe over lift with new 36″ tires got this in a trade and just have no time to finish, my loss your gain. im asking 4200 but will consider trades and reasonable offers”
This is completely disassembled. It just needs ‘alot of love’ according to the seller.
“i have a completely disassembled 1950cj3a willys it has a completely rebuilt f head motor that is stuck it was rebuilt never started and left sitting never to be turned over that was years ago but it still has alot of perfect parts that can be used it has the dana 25/27 axles the dana18 tranfer case and the double stick setup all still in good useable shape it will need new springs they are bad but i have them the tub has some rust but could be used now it does need gauges and of course alot of love but i’m selling it as a parts unit even though it does have a good title and the tags that go on it $1500 is cheap for all the parts that are here hell i even have all 4 steel wheels with it i don’t want to sell a part here or a part there i want it all or nothing so please keep that in mind and also the pictures are of it together it is now completely apart and i mean completely also the pto unit and that stupid tin roof are gone thank you.”
http://stlouis.craigslist.org/pts/1549895275.html
No pics. The motor is out.
“This is a STEAL!! We currently have the motor out of it but with it in, it is worth $6000. It would be a great investment and hobby. Email me if you have any questions.”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $2750.
The seller notes there’s rust, but I can’t see much on the pics. It’s almost ready for the road, but the seller doesn’t mention what it needs. (thanks Robert!)
“1960 Willys 4X4 wagon with original continental ‘226’ 6 cyl engine, 3 spd high an low. Optional lock outs, snow plow and p.t.o. winch. The engine is an excellent factory rebuilt. Body has usual midwest rust with amateur patchs and paint. It drove excellent, but had a click in reverse. I pulled cover off trans an discovered tooth out of reverse idler gear. Have parts to fix. No time this winter. Will offer as is for $2750. Body panels available, and restored these are bringing big bucks. Will consider storing until summer if paid for.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500
(08/09/09) “Rebuilt 134 L-head and T-90 trans. good shape.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1950.
It needs assembly, brakes plumbed, wiring .. it’s still a project.
“I have lost interest in my project and I am looking to go another direction. Up for sale. 1947 Willy’s CJ2a. Frame/wheel base lenghtened to 100. Waggy-Dana 44 front and rear. Triangulated three link rear with coils and Ballistic 1-1/4″ joints. Waggy front springs SOA.Fuel injected 302/toploader four speed/Dana 18 transfer. Body just had some replacement panels, but still has some rust to repair if you want a trailer queen. Frame boxed. Just needs some assymbly/brakes plumbed/wiring and misc.”
This looks clean and solid.
“1949 WILLYS OVERLAND JEEPSTER FOR SALE. I spent years looking for the right one to restore, but now I have to let it go. My loss is your gain! Call 520-940-3132”
http://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/1549400528.html
The seller will take less it sounds like. The motor isn’t stock.
“I have a 1940’s WWII era Willy’s Jeep that I got with the intentions of restoring but I do not have the time nor money to take on a project like this right now. Send me an email or give me a call (805) 905-1299 if you want to know more or would like to come take a look at it. Make me an offer and it could be yours. Thanks.”
http://ventura.craigslist.org/cto/1549762447.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was Make Offer.
This project includes an overdrive, so this might become a good deal.
“48 Willys CJ2A,44 rear,11″ drum brakes,T-90,Dana 18,Warn Overdrive,5:38 gears,289,lots of misc. parts not shown in pics .$ Best Offer.”
Here’s a couple nice rims.
“Pair of 15×8.5 Mag Wheels. Bolt pattern 5 lug 5 and 1/2 inch spaceing (Fit Jeeps, Dodge, and Ford, 4×4 etc). Price $250 Cash for TWO Wheels.”
http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/pts/1544331308.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500
(01/12/2010) I’m guessing this has some cammo paint. It appears solid from what I can see.
“For sale is my 46 willys CJ2A Jeep Has a 230 V6 with headers and a cam Full Cage and tons of extra parts I have owned this Jeep since I was 18 but its time for something new. May trade for 4×4 chevt truck”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
For some odd reason, it appears a bear mistook the top jeep for a salmon and bit a huge chunk out of the passenger side of the jeep?!? The seller of this operates a jeep salvage yard in Kingston, NY. The bottom jeep looks in decent, stock shape.
“Asking$2500.00 for the pair”
It appears someone had some M-38 parts they added to make this more M-38like.
“1948 CJ2A. Runs great. Mechanically sound. Garaged. Restored body. Engine original. Mileage unknown. No top.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4900
(12/25/09) I’m not sure why someone would use a GPW frame on a build like this?
“new body on ford jeep frame thats been boxed in and beefed up. has a fresh chevy 350 with cam intake carb and a few more things. has a for toploader 4 speed with advace adapters kit and dana 20 transfercase. has narrowed up 3/4 ton running gear. has a 4in lift and sring over lift clears 38’s. has 36 in irok radials ont it right now runs great and drives great has power brakes and hydralic throw out bearing for easy pushing has a stage 3 center force clutch. and lots more needs a paint job and some wiring body is almost perfect shape way to much to list lots invested call for more info 541-290-9969 $5500 obo or will take part trade for a late 70’s ford regular cab 4×4 or early to mid 90’s dodge with cumins parts or whole wrecked or not”
http://oregoncoast.craigslist.org/cto/1524467129.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5000
(12/19/09) It’s not much of a jeep, but it’s likely fast!
“Completly Custom. Tube frame w/ fiberglass body. Narrowed Ford 9″ rear end, 4-11 gears. Summers Bros Axles. Austin 4 link w/ adj coil overs, 5 gal fuel cell, 1/2″ braided fuel line, Edelbrock elec fuel pump & reg, auto meter guages, MSD Dist w/ 6 AL box. 358 Chevy w/142 Weinad polished blower, 25% overdriven, 850 Holley, Steel crank, 292 Comp Solid Cam & triple valve springs w/comp. Roller Tip Rockers, 9.5-1 pistons, Morso elec water pump. 350 Turbo w/ 2500 B&M stall converter, 36″ Austin Tubs w/12.32-15 Firestones, 110” Wheel base.
Would make great Sand Dragger or Strip Car. TURN KEY. Won 1st place @ Joey Grosse Racing Auto Show 2008, Lodi Calif.”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/1548503632.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
Pics Added. This has an unusual box on the back. Thanks Blaine!
“1959 Willys Forward control Jeep $1,000.00 or best offer picture can be sent”
UPDATE 2: Learn More here
UPDATE: As noted in the article below, these were developed by O. E. Szekely & Associates, who also created the modified CJ-3A for the Navy. The APU pictured in color below is from the Miramar Marine Corps Air Museum in San Diego.
I keep thinking that I’ve seen all the different jeeps that were ever built. But nope, here’s another one I’ve not seen before, discussed on this Argentinian website. Both the pics below and the video are from that website. It’s really cool!
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tp4AmbYTnRQ
If you are like me, you love to eat slow, pit cooked meat (pork, beef, bison, chicken, and just about anything else). Actually, I’m partial to Kalua Pork, named not for the beverage, but rather for the method of cooking: Kalua Pork translates as “to cook in an underground oven”. Now, I don’t have an underground over, but I have a heavy crock pot. All you need is about 5lbs of pork butt or a picnic cut, a table spoon of liquid smoke and a table spoon and a half of salt. Drop it into your pot (don’t add water). Turn it on high. Wait 5 or 6 hours. Throw in about 1/4 cabbage sliced. Cook another half hour, and it will be done: I guarantte you will have some fantastic Kalua Pork. Easy and nutritious.
But, if you don’t feel like cooking your own pork and you are near Port Aransas, Tx, then drop by the Rusty Jeep Hickory Pit. And, of course, there’s even a rusty jeep in the parking lot (which no doubt ran until it was parked? lol). Josh’s sister sent him some pics, seen below, and I found a few additional pics on the net (thanks Josh).
The sign below is attached to the front grille of the jeep.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $50.
“LAUREL & HARDY GO TO SEA IN SAILORS OUTFITS ON THE WILLY JEEP.
The MODEL is in MINT condition. The BOX is in NEAR MINT condition. Comes from a Non-Smoking home. 1:18th Scale Diecast Model by Gate. Numbered Edition.””
Looks like a pretty good price.
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1960 Willy Jeep for sale by owner. For sale “AS IS”. This is a great vehicle for the Jeep enthusiast with mechanical skills. Body in good shape. Original engine.”
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/cto/1547834427.html
