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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was Free
It appears this is a free jeep. That’s a good price!
“1948 Willys flat fender jeep rolling chasis with axles, tires, tranny, t-case. Great for project or for the rare spare parts.”
I’m not sure if this is actually a Surrey or not, but it’s definitely a 2 Wheel Drive DJ-3A.
“Up for bid is a Surrey Gala pink Willys Jeep. I do not know an exact year the Jeep was made (the year I put above was a guess). The Jeep was painted over but there is still lots of pink showing all over. The Jeep runs. Carburetor needs rebuilding it runs way to rich and leaks gas. The gas tank has rust in it and clogs up fuel filters. Column shifter is broken at top of shift handle. I have been shifting with vice grips, transmission shifts good and appears to have had been rebuilt, dope looks brand new and case has been cleaned to bare metal. Seat frames are very solid and springs seem in very good shape, steering wheel has some cracks in it. The windshield glass is broken and the windshield frame is very solid but it has some rust spots, the hood hinge was broken and somebody put screws in it. Bowl for air filter is missing. A hole for a radio was cut into dash. The body tub only has two holes rusted through, one on the right side at the body support above the fender step and the left side at top of wheelwell underneath a roll bar that was in it…. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800
This looks like a fun little CJ-2A. I wonder if the bars attached to the windshield from the roll bar are intented to support the windshield? It’s a good strategy to help reduce stress on the windshield.
“Bright yellow.12 volt conversion with new 1 wire alternator.rebuilt starter, all light including turn work great. Has stoway towbar that folds flat on front bumper.(NO TOP) new master and brake cylinders. Tires are larger radial on white spoke wheels(NO SPARE) New e-brake cable yet to be installed along with 4 leaf after market springs.”
UPDATE: Was $2500. **SOLD**
This looks to be a good foundation for a great little trail jeep. Though this is a non-running project at this point, it does have a number of quality upgrades.
“46 willys,1962 buick 198 v-6 rebuild 1 hour run time,sm 420 trans,5:38 gears,dana 30 disk brake,dana 44.lots of new parts,16 gallon fuel cell,frame boxed,power steering and power brakes.rear brakes are 11 inch.needs a few things to drive this rig.”
UPDATE: Was $4000. **SOLD**
This looks like a real nice flattie.
“This has been a great Jeep but I’m moving on. 231 Buick v6, TH400, Power steering, Revolver shackles, Open knuckle Dana 30 front axle with an air locker, Dana 44 rear axle with Warn floating hubs and an air locker, 4:56 gears, Nice top and doors included. $4000 obo,”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500
It’s hard to tell much from this photo.
“Engine – Buick V6. Full roll-cage, custom roof-rack, new seats, new frame “boxed-in”, tow bar, custom fuel tank with skid plates, 456 gears, 2 gas can racks, disk brakes, Detroit lockers, diamond plate body guards, aluminum rims (tires in good condition), high lift jack etc.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
This looks like a pretty good price for a M-38 that looks to be in great shape.
“1951 Willys M-38 military jeep! Complete with canvas top, axe, tools, etc. This has been stored for 30 years and has an older restoration. This jeep runs and drives!! Owner has had the following maintenance done: new battery, new carb, new gas tank, new fuel pump, new brakes (all parts), new water pump, new fan belts. $6500. This jeep is located in Topeka.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500.
Here’s an unusually themed Jeepster.
“This is one neat old Rod. It’s on a s10 blazer frame. Its got a 305 4bbl w/turbo 350 trans. PS, PDB,Tilt Steering.8″X15″ rallys on rear, 7″s on the front. Runs and drives great. Has headlights,taillights and brake lights. Oil,Temp,Fuel and Volt gauge. Its painted up with Beetle Bailey Camp Swampy theme.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000.
This looks like a nice enough jeep that has been ‘restored’ nicely. However, the claim that this is all original except for tires and wheels is not true (12 volt system, fender flares, the rear lights, and I’m sure more).
“BODY OFF RESTORATION, 1951 CJ-3A. BOX, STOCK & BAREFOOT-EVERYTHING ON THIS JEEP EXCEPT THE HORN BUTTON & TIRES & WHEELS. EVERYTHING ELSE IS ORIGINAL 1951 EQUIPMENT, 2172 MILES SINCE COMPLETION, ENGINE & DRIVE LINE HAVE BEEN GONE THROUGH INCLUDING NEW CLUTCH, ALL NEW BRAKING SYSTEM, NEW EXHAUST, NEW LIGHTS, 12 VOLT CONVERSION, REMANUFACTURED STARTER …”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay. See this same tractor here: View Post
I have only seen two of these for sale (here’s the other one). These use the Willys drive train. You can learn more about the specs for these tractors here.
“For sale is a 1947 Empire Tractor S/N # 5582. This tractor has been fully restored and has brand new tires and a new battery! Check out www.empiretractor.net for more information relating to the history and specifications of this model.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
It’s safe to say that you won’t see many rock crawlers with a slat grille. The louvered hood is unusual as well.
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1942 Ford GPW, built custom from frame up!!! Awesome head- turning JEEP toy!!! All the power of a hotrod and capability of a great rockcrawler. NO UNOBTAINIUM parts, all over the counter!!!
1947 cj 2a frame, fully boxed, with YJ leaf spring hangers. wheelbase stretched from 80″ to 88″. Scissor shackles in rear. Ramps full 1000 on 30 degree. Rancho springs with Wagoneer Dana 44’s front and rear. 5:38 gears with incredibly predictable full spool in rear and lock right in front….”
Here’s some great old photographs from the 1970s. They document some of the events attended by the Good Time Four Wheelers. The image below was from the 3rd Annual Green River Valley Jeepers in 1976. I attended one of their playdays in 1981 (I think). It was located between Black Diamond and Enumclaw; I wouldn’t be surprised if the area is full of homes now.
I’m suprised that as late as ’76 they weren’t requiring cages to race. It wouldn’t be too long before they were required. View all the pics (lots of desert dogs) at the pnw4wda forum.
UPDATE: Purchased by an ewillys reader. He notes it’s in great shape and was a good price. It’s now home in Montana.
This looks like it could be a good price to me.
“1951 Willys jeep CJ3. Runs. 4 wheel drive. Has a 6 ft. plow. Original motor. Has rear seat, chains for all 4, transfer case and transmission with gears. Spare motor parts and assorted brake parts. Other misc. parts. Little rust under doors where step used to be. A classic in it own right. “
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
Here’s an unusual find. I can’t quite tell how good of condition it is in. It sure looks like it is hidden in some kind of tall barn?
“This is a real Gala 1959 flatfender, VERY RARE this one still has a few places you can see the HOT PINK factory paint! tail gate DELETE body, have winshield frame +glass mint! Have Reg., frame is sand blasted in DP-40 no drive train, I got rid of it 25 yrs ago,$3000.00”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
“This is a 1954 Willy’s Jeep CJ-3B, that’s been lifted, v-8ed and customized. This thing starts and runs great and is great fun to drive! The motor and transmission are Chevy 350/350, and both work great. The duals sound great without being obnoxious. It has power steering, and brakes, and the heater’s hooked up. I’m no jeep expert, but the remainder of the drivetrain appears fairly original equipment to me, other than obviously it was lifted. This Jeep sports 35″/12.50″/15″ radial tires and aluminum wheels, both in excellent shape. ”
This looks like a wagon out of an old photograph. I don’t know whether this price will hold, but this looks like it would be a great restoration project that wouldn’t need much work.
“Pulled out of a barn in Iowa. Excellent condition for its age. Runs and looks very good. Has 327 motor (not original). Exterior and interior in above average shape. Interested? Call Ru at 319-651-6758 for details”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500
This is a nice looking CJ-3A.
“My computerless neighbor would like to sell his 1952 CJ3A WILLYS JEEP. The engine was rebuilt,new gas lines,brake lines,seat covers,body panels,floor pan,and more.The Jeep runs and drives nice and was shown last year at the Autumn Roundup in Ludlow”
A reader named Mike is selling this CJ-3A. There have been a variety of updates to it and you can see Mike has invested some time maintaining and update this jeep.
“It’s a 1949 cj-2a.f-head motor, narrow trac differentials, t-90 tranns, dana 20 transfercase with adapter. Completely gone through. I put a wrench on just about every bolt. Too much to list. Would trade for cj-3b with pto’S and overdrive or $8000. 309-697-5910 or email mikester51@comcast.net ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
This sure sounds like a good deal. It has a bobcat hood.
“I am selling my cj3a to make room for my other projects. It has a 4 bolt 350 chevy with an sm420 truck 4 speed, dana 20 t-case, dana 44 rear end and stock front. Brand new 33.12.50 BFG mud terrains. Completely rewired with painless harness. Needs brake work and the rebuilt 4 speed still has trouble shifting into 2nd. Does run and drive (I drive it to work on Friday’s and weekends). $2,500.00 or will sell for $1800.00 firm with different wheels and tires. Call for more info.”
No pics and no price.
“1948 Willys CJ-3A with smallblock Ford V8 engine, the ultimate go-kart project. Roll cage, boxed frame, oversize custom radiator. Comes with soft top. Make me an offer, regretfully I need to sell her.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000
This is a non running jeep due as the transmission has been removed.
“Buick 283ci V6, 4” Rancho suspension lift. Muncie 4speed. Transmition has been removed and has a broken spline gear. Trailer not included but is also for sale.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3750.
This looks like it could use some work on it.
“1949 Jeep Willy, All original, black Plates. All original, No modifications done to this Jeep. Flat fenders. Original black plates, runs and drives but needs gas tank, almost no rust, please the pictures and you are welcome to come and see it.”
It’s a bit beat up on the outside, but otherwise sounds like a good deal.
“I have for sale 1964 Willys CJ3B “High Hood” It has had a inline straight six cylinder engine conversion done. It is an older conversion but was done nicely. Jeep has rancho lift springs, conferr shackles, roll cage, dana 44 rear, dana 27 front, 33×9.50×15 BFG mud terrains that are older tires and slightly faded (not weatherchecked much) with very deep like new tread. It has the original 3 speed T90 transmission with dana 18 transfeYor case. The jeep runs and drives good. The body is rusted pretty bad on the rear tub side panels but the floor pans and rear floor are very solid. The drivers side fender is also bent but a replacement fender that is perfectly straight goes with it. I will not trade for anything other than willys jeeps or parts as well as a 454 engine in very good condition. Cash only I will not ship across the country! Cash Only local delivery possible. You can call me at 308-325-2858″
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200
This is a project that sounds like it doesn’t run.
“In process of conversion to V6 engine and upgrades. Parts include: 2 V6 engines (225 & 231 Buick), 2 Transmissions (T90 & 3 speed top loader side shifter), new pressure plate and resurfaced flywheel, Spicer 18 Transmission, Dana 25 & 41 axles, new 11″ brake drums, Alum plate side panels for body, new leaf springs (extra arch), misc. parts and manuals. $1,200 or best offer.”
I have to say I find it frustrating when professional sellers make mistakes with the history of the jeep like RM Auctions. You can read their interpretation of jeep history here. This will be a no reserve auction on August 14, 2009.
“60 hp, 134 cu. in. inline L-head four-cylinder engine, three-speed synchromesh transmission with floor-mounted gearshift, Hypoid semi-floating rear axle, four-wheel hydraulic brakes. Wheelbase: 80”
