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Update: **SOLD** Was $21,000.
Bob asked me to list his M-38 that’s for sale. He’s got more pics, but I don’t have the bandwidth at the moment to download them. You can contact him at 412 576 3325
“1952 M38 (MC35123). Frame off restoration. 24v (12v ignition). Includes locking hubs, directionals, rifle rack, 24v distributor, wires and spark plugs.”
Some of the serial numbers are the same, but it also appears to include some new ones (I only did a cursory comparison). This appeared in the July 11, 1946, issue of The Honolulu Advertiser.
This ad appeared in the September 06, 1946, issue of the Honolulu Star-Bulletin. I have not compared this list to the previous lists, but it sure appears that a lot of jeeps sold over the summer of 1946. This list also contains more non-jeep vehicles.
UPDATE (late Monday night): Well, it being 2020, this plan went awry. A few hours before we were going to leave, Ann’s mother had a breathing episode (she has COPD), so Ann couldn’t join me. That means I’m doing a solo trip with our 10-month old puppy and returning with a second puppy.
We’ve decided to get a full sister for our newest pup, as we don’t think our older dog will be around much longer (he’s got a bad heart). So, we’ll be on the road the next few days to Minnesota and back. Updates will continue, but I likely won’t be very responsive to email. We don’t plan on any reader stops or fun explorations, so I expect there will be little to report. Our goal is to beat the coming cold weather, avoid the virus, and return quickly so that Ann’s mother isn’t by herself for too long (we’ve lined up support for her while gone).
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9500.
Has some tool box rust. Overall looks pretty good.
“This is an all original (except paint) CJ2A. Runs great, needs nothing! New king pins and fuel pump. Top is included. Also door frames but I have no material for them. 4 X 4 works great and these jeeps go almost anywhere, so fun. There is a little rust under the body, floors are solid as is the frame.
I’m on the road a lot so I might not answer right away. If it’s listed it’s still available, please don’t ask. Thanks Jimmy. Any questions welcomed!!’
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4750.
(09/29/2020) This runs, but could use some body work. Seller doesn’t check email every day.
https://cleveland.craigslist.org/cto/d/vermilion-1946-willys-jeep-cj2a/7203724294.html
“I Bought this jeep for a total redo. Previous owner I’m told owned it 20+ years, garage kept and it shows. Divorce forced sale. From the pile of receipts I have he was slowly redoing it. The mechanical work seems to be all done as it runs great, shifts good with good oil pressure. I bought it not running as it was about half way through a 12 volt conversion which I finished and the carb was shot.
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4200.
(03/19/2020) Has updates.
https://poconos.craigslist.org/cto/d/dingmans-ferry-1946-willys-jeep/7215569734.html
“1946 Willys Jeep CJ, Buick V6 3 Speed. Four-wheel drive. Body and frame in good shape, motor runs well. Call for Info.”
Has some updates.
https://newyork.craigslist.org/lgi/cto/d/farmingdale-1951-willys-jeepster/7214166961.html
“1951 Willys Jeepster Resto-mod powered by a rebuilt 1955 Ford 312 with rebuilt automatic transmission, Mustang II Independent Front Suspension, Front Disc Brakes, and new Dual Master Cylinder. Rack and pin steering, reinforced frame (to handle the extra torque), 12-volt conversion. Painted Kelsey Hayes Wired Wheels.
Full restoration of the body. Distressed metal removed and new welded in place.
Painted in 1955 Ford ‘Seafoam Green and Black’, which is absolutely stunning.
All new interior, done by the Jeepster Man in New Jersey.
This drives like a modern car, with plenty of power to go and stop. You will not see another one in this condition on the East Coast.”
UPDATE: Seller has been consistent on the price. Still Available.
(01/04/2016) Looks solid.
“1949 Willy Jeep. Frame up restoration. Call for details. ”
http://kenai.craigslist.org/cto/5370107317.html
This seller has two items for sale:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was Make Offer.
Looks to be a 3A or later engine.
“Not running
Trans and transfer case too
Make cash offer
You pick up Portland”
Has rust and some glass looks broken.
https://nh.craigslist.org/pts/d/mont-vernon-willys-cj3a-parts/7210791901.html
“Metal top for Willys Jeep- removed from CJ3A. Has rear hatch and doors with roll up windows.”
No pics provided. Engine not installed.
https://newhaven.craigslist.org/pts/d/stratford-1948-willys-cj2a/7208786704.html
“48 Willys Jeep CJ2A-$6500 obo!
Lots of new parts-Tires, Soft Top etc.
Lots of extra/spare parts included, parts books etc.
This is a project. Jeep currently has no engine installed. 2 engines included. Jeep is a roller, everything is there and together. No rot, no rust, clean title. It just needs an engine built/installed!
$6500 obo!”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $10,500
(11/21/2018) Has updates.
https://buffalo.craigslist.org/cto/d/alden-1946-willys-cj2a/7213999239.html
“46 Willy’s all redone v6 motor 35” tires”
I like the full-layout image of the country and jeeps on this brochure. It’s form number is DM 62-07.
Here’s the full image:
There’s no date associated with this photo, but General Krueger made Lt. Gen. in 1941. Given the jeep appears to be an MB, then this is most likely a 1942 or 1943 photo.
While in Louisiana, according to Wikipedia, the General adapted quickly to modern warfare, In at least two different phases of mock battles, the Lt. Gen. out gamed his opponents. He’d later use similar strategies to confront Japanese forces in the Pacific Theatre. After the war, he authored From Down under to Nippon: The Story of the Sixth Army in World War II.
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“Press Photo Lieutenant General Walter Krueger and Soldiers with Army Jeep. This is an original press photo. When a three star general roams the maneuver country, no cushioned limousine will do the job. Lieutenant General Walter Krueger, left above, confers with Staff Sargent M. Hanson about the ground-covering capabilities of his “war” Jeep, complete with two-way radio, siren, and – just to clear the road – the General’s three-starred flag. Both the Jeep and General have a task ahead – for General Krueger, as Commanding General of the Third Army, will direct strenuous maneuvers in the battle-tough Louisiana area.Photo measures 9.25 x 7.5inches. Photo is dated –None.”
These eight ads featuring wagons have a good starting price of $14.95. You can use the links below to date the ads.
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“EIGHT original 10×13″ magazine ads in very good condition.”
I”m guessing this ad is from 1956 given it’s sharing the news of the new CJ-6. The seller has incorrectly dated this to the 1930s.
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“Kaiser-Willys Jeep AD. Condition is “Used”. Shipped with USPS First Class.CJ-6 4wd 1930s”
It works intermittently, which is better than this Golden Eagle RC CJ-5 on eBay that doesn’t work at all for more money.
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/clt/d/saint-louis-c-us-army-jeep/7193108844.html
“Bachmann Taiyo Radio Racer
US Army Jeep
works intermittently
car requires 1-9V and 2-AA batteries
controller requires 1-9V battery
battery cover on car is broken/missing”
This WW-II close includes a PTO winch.
https://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/d/canon-city-perfect-willys-mb-clone/7212178087.html
“Perfect MB clone. Got it set up for Elk hunting then developed health issues which prevevt my ability to 4WD. Has all new or professionally rebuilt parts that include:PTO Koenig 100 winch, 9 slot grill with headlights buckets etc.,canvas top, correct WWII markings.Rebuilt motor,trans, transfercase, steering. New: starter,carb, wiring harness,fuse box,radiator,master cyl brake shoes ( including emer brake),hoses,gauges,water pump, gas tank and exhaust,6V altenatorand lots more. includes lockout hubs,towbar, heater,tow hooks grab bars,elec wipers,side steps seat belts and turn signals. Body solid no rust,no drips or leaks.
As you can tell a lot was put into this. I will negotiate a bit on price due to inability to drive it as it should be driven. 2000 mi on rebuilt engine. Started as 1948 CJ-2A. You need to see it and drive it.
Runs on lead free gasoline”
Seller’s title labels this a 1945, but it looks more like a 3A to me.
https://tulsa.craigslist.org/cto/d/okay-1945-willys-jeep/7213895587.html
“1945 Willys Jeep barn find. All original 4 cylinder engine and running gear. Engine will run but not sure about the running gear. Looking for best offer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,800.
(10/04/2020) Seems like it could be a very late 2A or early 3A.
“Jeep CJ3A. Original Willys from the 1940s. Super Quite 4 Cylinder Engine. Dry Wyoming 4×4. Been in the same family 40 years.Hauled many Deer and Elk out of the Mountains. Runs like a watch. Idles Smooth. Original Trans and Transfer Case. 4 750×16 tires and a good spare. This is Absolutely the Best almost no Rust Jeep CJ I have seen in 30 + years. Look at the Pictures. Warn Hubs, Windshield wipers. Dual tanks with a valve. Good old style Tow Bar. A military style rear jump seat. This is what your Grandfather and Father loved to take Afield.”
Not a whole lot of value here.
https://littlerock.craigslist.org/cto/d/dardanelle-1948-willys-jeep-cj2a/7211893124.html
“Willys CJ2A Jeep for parts or restore. Mostly original and fairly complete. Motor turns over free with compression. Transmission shifts free. Axles turn free. 5:38 gear ratio. Warn lockout hubs. Has a heater. No title, bill of sale. $950.”
This patched-together jeep has an unusual windshield scheme.
https://jackson.craigslist.org/pts/d/tinsley-1946-willys-jeep/7204272331.html
“I have a running ww2 willys Jeep for sale needs brakes repaired but all the hard stuff is done converted to 12 volts”
