This September 28th, 1941, article covered the ‘cold shoulder’ given to American Bantam by War Department.
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”
Jeep has some updates. The price includes an 18′ trailer.
https://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/d/grand-junction-1946-willys-jeep-and-18/7126426876.html
“1946 Willy’s Jeep, off road use, 1969 Chevy 350 long block 5.7L engine with only 1500 miles on it. White body with Black Line-X cab. 8000 lb. power take off winch, 3 speed manual transmission with Warren all range over-ride. American Racing 15″ white spoke wheels, Firestone Destination Mud Terrain tires.
Electronic ignition, complete brake job, hydraulic line lock emergency brake, Doetsch Enterprise 8095 shocks,
re-arced leaf springs with new shackle kits, new alternator with voltage regulator, poly gas tank.
Full list of all parts, repairs, modifications and accessories totaling over $16,000 available for review. Labor costs not included in above.
Big Tex 18′ steel deck tandem axle – electric brake car hauler trailer with rock shield, stake pockets and welded D-rings, 2 – 5/16″ bull dog coupler. 4 – 10,000 lb. ratchet race car tie downs, RKI aluminum box mounted on tongue, spare tire mount.
Jeep accessories – Surco Safari basket on Pannon rack, additional rear rack with 2 metal 5-gallon gas cans, 4-V bar mud chains, HI-Lift jack with off road base and lift mate, axe and shovel with brackets for rack mount, tow bar for 2″ ball.”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $45,000.
Nice looking FC.
“Four Wheel Drive, 4 Cylinder engine, 3 speed + Overdrive transmission. 40, 957 Original miles. The FC-150 was only manufactured from 1957-1964. This Jeep is #150 out of #169 that was produced in the last year of production. Restored and is in Cherry condition. Have won first place in Fair Parade and numerous Car Shows with this FC. Located in Hamilton, MT.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.
Given extra parts are included, this may well be worth a look.
“1954? Willys CJ3B mostly complete except for engine head and correlated components above the bad engine block. All running gear is in tact, just needs motor and complete restoration. Don’t ask me if it is rusty, YES it is sixty six years old for crying out loud! And no i will not deliver and i am not parting it out, period! Price is $800 and those who know it is well worth this in parts alone so don’t bother wasting your (i said your) time lowballing me because I won’t answer you if you do, if you show up and low ball me you’ll go home without the jeep.
I also 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.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,500.
(07/03/2019) Has some updates. Drain holes are filled.
“Great Willies Jeep CJ 3-B 4 WD 3 speed with high and low gears NEW – 283cid engine 5 stock 16″ x 6.00 wheels with New Firestone Ground Grip Tires Warn winch Front disk brakes Bucket seats Padded roll bar Side steps Bikini top Looks Great! Asking $14,500”
This project is listed as a ‘1942’.
https://houston.craigslist.org/cto/d/houston-1942-willys-jeep/7128730090.html
“Selling a 1942 Willy’s Jeep, as is. Needs a new motor and battery. What’s in the picture is what you get. Would be a perfect restoration project.”
Has a CJ engine.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/cto/d/peoria-willys-mb-military-jeep/7128720435.html
“1943 WILLYS MB RESTORED/UPGRADED. THIS ’43 HAS A NEW BODY, TOP, CUSHIONS(ON ORIGINAL SEATS IN FRONT). THE REAR SEAT IS NEW. THE ENGINE IS A FROM A WILLYS CJ-3A THAT HAS BEEN CHECKED IS IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. IT IS NOT A KNOCKER OR BANGER. THERE ARE NEW TIRES AND WHEELS, NOT COMBAT. THERE IS A TOOLBAG WITH TOOLS, TIRE PUMP, FIRST AID KIT, JACK AND LUG WRENCH. THERE IS A COMPLETE SET OF ORIGINAL MANUALS, TM 9-803, 1803 A&B. THERE IS A CLEAR TITLE. THERE IS A 12 VOLT SYSTEM W/ KEY START. FUEL SYSTEM IS NEW, BRAKE LINES ARE NEW. THERE IS A SPARE TIRE AND WHEEL WITH SPARE LOCK, 5 GALLON JERRY CAN. THERE ARE MANY OTHER SMALL ITEMS TOO NUMEROUS TO MENTION.”
No pics provided.
https://mohave.craigslist.org/grd/d/fort-mohave-1942-willys-jeep/7126874942.html
“Jeep runs and drive perfectly sim operated 50. Cal. Machine gun. If interested please call or text me if you have any questions or schedule for a test drive, bring cash.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1700.
(05/12/2020) It’s seen better days.
“j2A flat fender jeep, project/yard art. Complete Original drivetrain with flat head 4cyl.
Fabricated ranch body. Bill of sale. $1700”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(04/17/2020) Unclear how much value is here.
https://tucson.craigslist.org/snw/d/benson-1948-willys-cj2a/7106620195.html
“1948 CJ2A willys. All there just not together. Body frame fenders drivetrain axles engine. All of it. Text or call for questions and price is negotiable.”
UPDATE: This was listed as a 1947.
(03/31/2020) It’s a project.
https://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/d/vail-1948-cj-2a-jeep-willys/7126321323.html
“1948 Cj-2a Jeep Willys in need of restoration”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(01/27/2020) I think I’ve listed this before, but can’t find it.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/848747005595447/
“1942 Jeep Willies. -turbo 350 trans 350 crate motor 330 horse 9 inch high pinion Dana 300 2.0fox shocks coil over New altimeter gauges new paint and powder coated roll bar new tires much more”
UPDATE: Still Available. See updated rear body patch reference at the bottom.
(05/12/2020) It’s missing a bumper and has a number of extra holes.
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/pts/d/hawthorne-1951-willys-jeep-m38/7125643385.html
“Awesome fully restored military jeep. Runs and drives, comes with all newly painted parts etc. new interior also”
Here’s the M-38 rear body patch referenced by Tom:
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/13/2020) The low hood Flattie looks more like a CJ-2A than a GPW. Both the 2A and 3B are projects.
https://kalispell.craigslist.org/pts/d/kalispell-cj-3b-willys-plus/7120200781.html
“I have 2- willys Jeep’s that need a new home with more time to care for them.
One is a high hood(CJ-3B),other is a low hood could be a GPW as it does have FORD scripted axles!
You will need a trailer to move.”
This issue has some good articles, from new dealers, to jeeps in media, to the Schreiders’ first big adventure in their Ford GPA, Tortuga, from the Arctic Circle to Argentina (opposite direction of yesterday’s adventure).
This original poster featuring a Ford GP just sold on eBay yesterday for $177.50.
“Original poster printed by the US Government Printing Office. This poster was professionally mounted on what looks like painters canvas so should be ready for framing. Very good condition with sharp color. Measures approximately 43″ x 30-1/2″.”
Has a few updates, but looks good for the price.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/vacaville-1946-willys-jeep-cj2a/7125384774.html
“Close to all stock first year made the civilian model jeep. Flat 4 cylinder engine converted to 12 volt.
Runs great awesome suspension and running gear everything works.
Body is straight all Willys, Hood, tail gate, grill, body. Has a back bench seat.
No top or windshield wipers.
Trade for newer CJ or Wrangler or Classic Car Truck pre 1970.”
Looks like a good price.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/369399940684662/
“Fresh 2.0 ford pinto motor. New brakes three speed. Dana front & rear also transfer case.”
Unclear if it runs.
https://slo.craigslist.org/pts/d/atascadero-1947-willys-jeep/7126572868.html
“1947 Willy’s CJ 2A all complete. Clean title 57k original miles vin tags are all intact.”
This may be a good deal for the right price.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/pts/d/pleasanton-1955-willys/7128870389.html
“I have for sale a 1955 Willys pickup rolling chassis full running gear. Does not run.
Parts or take all
Motor
Transmission
Transfer case
Overdrive
Axles
Accepting offers”
Has a rear PTO and gear box. It’s a project.
https://slo.craigslist.org/pts/d/morro-bay-1947-willys-jeep-cj2a-project/7127640580.html
“1947 CJ2a for sale.. good little runner, , fuel tank or fuel cell. I ran it off a jug. New cap, points, wires, coil, start solenoid, plugs, carb, fuel filter all installed. Set up for 12v. Has rear PTO and hydraulic lift tank and control.. no pump..”