This September 18, 1941, article in the Petoskey News-Review introduced readers to the new Air-Borne Battalion. The new battalion would be trained in air landing operations and include two rifle companies. One of those two companies would be equipped with riflemen on bikes (40), motorcycles (140), and jeeps (105).
March 1948 Ad W-O Brings Farmers 4-Wheel-Drive Power on eBay
This ad, “Willys-Overland brings Farmers the advantages of 4-Wheel-Drive Power”, was published in March of 1948 most likely in a farm magazine (based on other ads the seller was selling).
Stainless Body Klamath Falls, OR $3000
It’s listed as a jewels, which is usually a higher quality tub. But, I’d make sure it is stamped jewels before believing that.
https://medford.craigslist.org/pts/d/beatty-jeep-jewel-cj3-stainless-body/7132890727.html
“Imported from the Philippines. Tub is galvanized steel and everything else is stainless.”
1973 Model? Mitsubishi Reedley, CA $8900
This is currently not licensed.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1399510096915588/
“1973 ? Mitsubishi Jeep turbo charged four-cylinder diesel. Odometer reads 31,612 km = 19,601 miles. This vehicle is not license and comes with a bill of sale only!!!”
Year? CJ-2A Ozark, AR $7000
Custom build. I wonder how many states would allow this to be licenses for the roads given the width of the axles/tires.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/690460195046628/
“Flatfender setting on 3/4 Ton chevy axles, 5.13 ratio, full Detroit in front, corporation in rear, dana 44 and 14 bolt, 38” swampers, 4.3 chevy, TH400, NP205 twinsticked, rear hydro brake lock, four wheel disk brakes, 9000 lbs warn winch. Comes with a full aluminum hard top with doors. Top looks awesome. Loads of time in it. I drive it 20+ miles back and forth to the mountains, so very road worthy. One of a kind.”
CJ-2A & CJ-3B Coos Bay, OR
The price listed is $500, but I that may be just a placeholder.
https://oregoncoast.craigslist.org/pts/d/coos-bay-two-willys-jeeps-from-1940s-50s/7131363574.html
“CJ3B w/ tub, fenders, two window frames, two grills. Has motor and title, as well. CJ2A w/ tub, axels, and frame. Call for details.”
Miscellaneous Willys Parts Victoria, TX
Seller has a variety of parts for sale. Sounds like it is mostly trucks and wagons, but there may be other parts.
https://victoriatx.craigslist.org/pts/d/victoria-miscellaneous-willys-parts-etc/7130056260.html
“I have a bunch of misc. random Willys Jeep parts i have collected over the years, if you’re needing something particular email me your needs and i will look to see if i have it. Parts for old Willys flatfenders pre Kaiser. 1941 through 1951 era. Most of what i have will need attention or some sort of repair before use.
The picture is a corner shot of my ‘48 truckster, it is primarily here for an attention getter to the appropriate audience.
Borg Warner T96 three speed plus electric overdrive, I have three to choose from they were all from 2WD Wagons but were used in many other makes. These have been kept inside. I am asking $175 each or $500 for all three.
Pair of truck/wagon doors $200
Complete front clip for 46-48, hood, grille, fenders… $500. I was saving these for my ‘48 truckster but will be selling it also soon.
Have other random bits of Willys vehicles jeeps, trucks & wagons.”
1948 CJ-2A Dover, AR **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.
It still has the serial number plates on the body. Might have some parts value.
“Testing waters to see maybe. Got a 1948 willys jeep everything is there the body is off to side got the willys 4 cylinder engine maybe seeing what’s it’s worth. Have title in hand”
1947 CJ-2A Huntsville, TX $1000
Some parts value here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/251006232881992/
“1947 Jeep Willys civilian frame and many parts. Everything included except motor and tub as we were planning to replace them. First $1000 and a tetanus shot takes it. Can load onto your trailer with my forklift.”
1946 CJ-2A Walton, KY $6500
UPDATE: Better pics provided.
(05/26/2020) There might be a patch on the driver’s side cowl.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/553879598662086/
“1946 Willys Jeep. Good condition. Runs good. Almost all original. Fun and a classic!”
CJ-3B Tub & Parts Benson, AZ $800
Year? CJ-3B Carthage, TX **SOLD**
Year? FC-150 Pleasant Hill, MO $3599
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/27/2020) Not sure how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/533814103838823/
“1950s Jeep pickup has vin doesn’t run or drive transmission in it No title but can get on for $1k extra Have cleaned it up & pulled it out since pictures. Let me know if you want to buy it do not try to haggle down – will let it sit”
1 CJ-3B & 2 CJ-2As Nacogdoches, TX $12,500
UPDATE: Still Available?
(02/16/2020) The jeeps vary in condition.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/259656398340102/
“I have two 1947 CJ2A project jeeps with many parts. One has the engine and drove before I started the project. I was going to use both Jeeps to make one fully restored. I also have a 1953 CJ3B that runs great and use around the farm and deer lease. Have the titles to all 3.”
August 1945 Farm Journal Article “What About The New Farm Jeep?”
It reads more like a press release than an article. Given its timing in conjunction with the release of the CJ-2A, it most likely was.
The cover image:
1942 Postcard “I’m Leaving on Leave”
4 Photos of Family and Later Model CJ-2A on eBay
This auction is set of four negatives showing a family and a late model CJ-2A, determined by the stenciling on the tailgate which didn’t appear until around August of 1947.
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“HERE ARE FOUR B&W NEGATIVES THAT LOOK LIKE THEY WERE TAKEN ON A FARM. LOOKING AT THE CLOTHES GUESSING 1950’S. ON THE JEEP YOU CAN SEE WILLYS AND 4 WHEEL DRIVE. THESE MEASURE 2 3/8″ X 3 1/2″.”
Chris notes that this photo is reversed, as the spare tire is shown on the driver’s side.
1948 CJ-2A Uvalde, TX $1500
This appears to have one of the full-size body extensions on it. It runs.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/733712534037794/
“Running condition drivable”
1948 Ford Tow Truck Tyler, TX $8000
This just struck me as having potential to be a neat ride. It appears straight and rust free.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2468977223213563/
“1948 Ford Tow Truck with a 390 V8, Truck starts and runs. Will make a great Street/Rat Rod with some work or great advertising vehicle Real eye catcher. Asking $8,000. Clean California Title.”
1963 CJ-6 Longview, TX $8000
The last image contains some ‘facts’. To the best of my knowledge, there’s no data available regarding how many CJ-6s were exported vs. kept domestically. Then, there’s the Kaiser reference which isn’t quite correct either. 1963 was indeed a pivotal year, marking the move away from Willys branded jeeps. But, by that time, Kaiser interests had owned Willys-Overland assets for almost a decade. Instead, this was a re-branding move, a time to ditch the Willys moniker (and its baggage/identity) in favor of the Jeep brand that saw the introduction of the Full-size Jeep line.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/163311288456770/
“1963 Jeep CJ, runs good, 4×4, bikini top, 4cyl,”
1946 VEC? CJ-2A Prescott, AR **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.
No declaration as to whether it includes the trailer or not. No description provided.
Year? CJ-2A El Paso, TX $8000
UPDATE: Still Available?
Listed as a 1943, it looks like a pretty stock early CJ-2A to me. No description provided.
1947 CJ-2A Hemphill, TX $4000
A 1947 “left over from war”, or so the owner was told. Hmmm. May or may not start.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/549904342374617/
“Friend needed to pay for funeral so I gave her what she needed and she gave me this it was her husband they brought it new left over from war I think she said never ended up used in it it is running great me and brother was going to sand blast it and sell for two Harleys but he is in UT so not working out to fast and don’t need it setting here for ever might start on it but for now it is as seen it’s a lot better then what I see on here for the same price text for more info thanks”
1948? CJ-3B? Lawrenceburg, KY **SOLD**
Kayline Soft Top and Cab Enclosure Hardtop Stayton, OR Make Offer
TJ shared Therese. The seller listed these at $100, but it sounds like that is just a place holder. Seller is really looking for offers.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/246167143348842
“I’ve got an arctic top off a 47 cj2a and a Kayline soft top. The Arctic top has been on the Jeep for many years just sitting in a barn. Pretty dirty and definitely needs paint, but structurally sound. The Kayline top I just got for the Jeep, as I am starting to fix it up, but it is not going to fit the full roll cage that I’m using. Seems to be in decent shape, just needs to be cleaned. Honestly, I’m not really sure what to ask for these tops, so if you’re interested, just make me an offer.”