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UPDATE: Price dropped to $400.
This Meyer hardtop for a CJ-5 is for sale. Contact Contact Dan @ 715-347-0414
“Hard Top from a 57 CJ5. Complete with doors. All glass is good. $400 dollars or best offer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $650.
Looks solid, Jeep NOT for sale.
“Koenig Iron Works Hard Top. Originally for a CJ3A, I modified it slightly to fit my CJ3B. It can be reverted back with very little work. I had all new shatter proof auto glass and seals installed several years ago. Rear lift gate opens and latches open perfectly. Doors have roll up/down windows. Driver’s side doesn’t go down the last 2″ or so when the interior door panels are on – the arm catches on something. I never worried about it since the top was only on in the winter time.
The door latches work fine but are not the kind that lock. The inside of the roof has the brackets to put a headliner in there if you want one. Top comes apart (sides, lift gate, doors, roof) for easy, out of the way storage, and bolts back together easily. It’s a solid top, but the paint is starting to chip a little bit. Get this now so you’re warm and dry next winter! It is currently off the Jeep and ready to be picked up. $650 OBO.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $400.
Could be worth a look.
“Will fit Willys flat fenders thru CJ5 -Willys to 1983 Jeeps
Late 70’s-early 80’s a little modification on brackets that attach to window frame (because Window frames taper on sides)
Jeep metal cab complete
Excellent condition
Roll up windows Driver and Passenger side
Sliding windows rear drivers/passenger sides
Rear hatch for tailgate or solid back works on both
All windows 100% no cracks or pits
No Rust, everything works just bolt together
Can deliver for added fee”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.
Has a modified body.
“1949 Jeep Willys cj2a Jeep tub plus accessories, including gill, hood, soft top and doors, fenders, tires, gas tank, windshield (no glass). Everything but the engine. Great starter project! Must take all. $500 OBO”
Looks like a nice ride. For the price, the inside could use some work.
https://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/d/columbus-1949-jeep-willys/7117114748.html
“Chevy powered on s10 frame. 355 automatic 350 turbo. May trade for 50s cars or trucks.
Very fast.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(01/06/2020) Has a Bobcat fiberglass hood and some other updates. This was in some kind of accident last year.
https://lewiston.craigslist.org/bar/d/uniontown-1946-cj2a-willys-jeep/7117958087.html
“Up for sale or trade I have my 1946 cj2a Willy’s Jeep. It has a newer clutch, a small rancho lift , 33×12.50 mud tires not in the best shape. Newer seats , aftermarket gauges and a relatively new rebuild motor before I owned it. Fiberglass hood and front fenders, gas tank relocated behind driver and passenger seat.
Onto the bad …
I was in an accident last summer in which it was declared totaled and I bought it back. I haven’t received a letter stating it has been totaled so I have not been able to get the new salvage title. There was very little damage actually to the Jeep at all, it simply popped the transmission out of gear at the high low neutral stick and so it was determined the transmission was toast which is why it was totaled. Later on while trying to get it working I realized the shift fork was straight up and down but the shifter appeared in high, long story short and a couple wrench turns later and it was like nothing had happened. I’ve driven it 100 miles or more since the repair and nothing has malfunctioned.
It needs wheel studs and lug nuts replaced that broke off.
The seats need to be adjusted because it requires a very short person or someone flexible because the pedals are so close and they are all mechanical. It wears your legs out pretty fast.
I’m looking for either 3,000 or a reliable vehicle for going in the woods, I’ll considered most ideas if the vehicle is in good shape with lower miles. Text or call during regular day hours”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $1200.
(05/04/2020) John spotted this FC with some tall wheels in the back.
“Rare Jeep Forward Control FC150 4X4. Great for parts or project car. $2100”
The January 1958 issue of Willys News includes a rare article on the Willys Economy Delivery Truck, which was new for 1958.
This post began as a single newspaper photo and caption titled “Learn About Blitz Buggies” that Mario posted to Facebook. Just before I readied the post, I figured I’d see if there was a better quality version of the photo he posted.
To my surprise, when I searched for “About Blitz Buggies”, the results returned numerous seemingly press release photos over the summer and fall of 1941. No credit for the photos are provided. Given the titles are mostly identical and all showed various soldiers “working” (but probably posing) in front Ford GPs, I can’t help but wonder if this was a subtle campaign by Ford Motors to encourage the adoption of the Ford GP “Blitz Buggy” by the military.
So, here are some random newspaper photos from 1941 (there are many more during 1941).
June 26, 1941, Manhattan Mercury out of Kansas:
June 17, 1941, Montgomery Advertiser out of Alabama (looks to me like the same person as above, yet the caption shows a different name):
July 13, 1941, Akron Beacon out of Ohio:
August 16, 1941, Star Gazette out of Elmira, New York:
August 24, 1941, Austin American out of Texas (that Ford logo looks a little too obvious):
Taken by Jay Higgins on May 28, 1947, and published by the USDA Forest Service, this photo is shared on archive.org. The confusing part is that this is a May 1947 photo, but CJ-2As with passenger side bow holders weren’t supposedly built until 1948. The photo does not appear reversed, as the reflector is on the correct side in the rear.
Two different 100+page Willys Commercial Data Fact Books on eBay. One is listed at $95.99 and the other at $159.99. I’ve never seen one of these, so I’m not sure all of what is inside them.
The interior pics appear the same for both:
UPDATE: **SOLD**. Was $11,500.
(05/23/2019) Includes a canvas top.
“1951 M38 Willys Military Jeep. Really nice condition. 24 volt. Radio,antenna. Have military top and doors also.”
This was for sale back in 2018, but, based on the rear license plate, appears to have sold. Curiously, these new pics show a Florida plate on the back and a Vermont plate on the front.
https://fortmyers.craigslist.org/lee/cto/d/fort-myers-1948-jeep-willys-mint/7117686643.html
This 2A has been sitting a decade. The sale includes a parts 2A.
https://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/cto/d/oakman-for-sale-1948-willys-cj2a/7125051283.html
“For sale 1948 Willys CJ2A Jeep. Does not run. Would not take much to get it running. Needs tires, been sitting in Gurage for about 10 years. Have a second CJ2A for parts that comes with it. Can send more pictures if needed.”
The has an unusual hood ornament.
https://cleveland.craigslist.org/cto/d/chardon-1950-willys-jeepster/7129007276.html
“Wonderful, fully drivable, rare car. Well cared for and winter stored. Spent most of her life touring around summertime Marble Head. Has V6 engine and 3 on the tree with overdrive. Super fun to drive and very reliable.
New or Rebuilt:
Engine flat head lightning 6
Transmission 4 speed with over drive including solenoid step down switch
Clutch pressure plate and disk
Carburetor/Fuel pump
Water pump/belts
Heat riser
Distributor Petronix electronic ignition/vacuum advance/wires & plugs
Generator 6V
Starter 6V
Horn
brakes cylinders/lines/master
Cables speedo/e-brake
Front kingpins
Shocks
Correct wiring harness
Light switch
Side mirrors
Convertible top and side curtains
Carpet
Upholstry”
Seller only has the plow and claims it was used on a willys jeep.
https://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/hvo/d/highland-mills-jeep-willys-meyers-plow/7120886546.html
“Great shape. Was stored in barn. All I have is plow that’s pictured.”
Runs and drives, but has oil pressure issues.
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/sikeston-willys-cj2a-jeep/7118003683.html
“his is a 1948 cj2a that runs, drives, and stops. The tub was totally destroyed with rust; the previous owner cut all of the rusted material out and replaced it with heavy gauge steel. The entire floor was replaced, the fender wells were replaced, the toolbox lid was welded shut, and both sides are hand made with heavy steel. It has an m38 windshield on it, new fenders, new shocks, new springs, New gas tank, been sitting outside so looks rough, Have original front seats, four original rims(one non-original rim), tires not so good. willys hood and grill.
The brakes were gone through when the sheet metal work was done. The right front frame has been bent up and needs straightened. It has a later willys l134 engine, might be out of a dj3a. Lights work. Engine starts right up but does smoke. I don’t know if the rings are stuck or not. The oil pressure is great until it gets warmed up and driven awhile, and then reads low. The transmission and transfer case shifts as they should. Good radiator. I was told that the previous owner built this to use on a farm, so did not care if it was original. This would be good for trail or everyday use. Please ask about the title. Craigslist email only. If it is listed, it is still for sale. Don’t need help selling it.”
Has some mods. The steps have been altered.
https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/d/albuquerque-1951-willys-jeep/7125302930.html
“1951 Willys Jeep
Exelent running condition
Rebuilt transmission
New carburetor
New tires
Complete brake job & master cylinder
New exhaust pipe and manifold”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/14/2020) It’s a project.
https://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/pts/d/dallas-1947-willys-jeep/7118017289.html
“1947 willys jeep has a rebuilt engine and transmission. It has a rollbar, a great heavy duty winch. Would be a great project . if you have any questions just ask.”
Seller plans to scrap this if he can’t give it away.
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/pts/d/valencia-willys-military-m38-early-cj/7129587645.html
“I really Hate to see these old “Very Rare Willys Military Items” go for scrap so,
if you could use this old M38 Willys Military Jeep Hardtop Just come and get it.
I am calling the scrap-man next Friday.”
This September 28th, 1941, article covered the ‘cold shoulder’ given to American Bantam by War Department.
A few items I found on my phone. I think all these photos were on Facebook?
Some thought when into the mods on this jeep:
This sedan jeep is odd even for custom hardtop jeeps.
UPDATE: This brochure appeared on Facebook a while back.
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Originally published October 2016: The American Chain & Cable Company’s Manley Division produced these Jeep Wrecking Cranes in the late 1940s. I can’t imagine there are too many of these around. This brochure is from a 1948 Industrial Equipment book.
No title at the moment.
https://denver.craigslist.org/pts/d/denver-1946-cj2a-willys-jeep-project/7127646787.html
“1946 Willys CJ2A Jeep Project
Rebuilt 4 cyclinder flat head engine
Trans and t-case also gone through and clutch. New u- joints. Completely new suspension, springs, shackles, shocks and u -bolts. Rewired to 12 volt with an alternator. Brakes are all new. Has Warn locking hubs, bikini top, and rear seat.
Floors are ingreat shape, have been repaired and covered in bed liner.
Seats were recovered and are in good condition. Has a tow bar. I put some used tires on it ,fronts are great, rears are scalloped and ride a little rough. Paint is a 20 footer.
Still missing some bits and pieces and interior wirring, gauge lights turn signals. Also no title, has a vin tag, owner died and title could not be found, spouse moved on without doing replacement title. DMV is not open and i can’t do the title work.”
Has an f-head.
https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/walsenburg-1949-cj-3a/7125989493.html
“1949 Willy’s Jeep. Good condition, straight body and frame. Hardly any rust on frame and body. Has a F134 motor that runs good. No major engine or transmission problems. Several new brake parts installed recently. Been sitting inside for several years. Front passenger seat is torn”
