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Unclear how much value is here. Look like some custom work just behind the front bumper.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/136446092815564
“1949 Willy’s cj2a does not run have title”
Listed as a 1947, the body looks to be a Lefty, so likely a 1948.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1665823270597597
“It needs work for restauration, it has motor and transmission, papers”
Thanks to Greg for spotting this one. Looks in good shape for the price.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1020237845652195
“Nice running fun Willys Jeep, motor and trans been gone through, converted to 12 volt. Fun to cruise-“
This could be a good deal. I would follow the fuel line or clean the tank, as it sounds like something is plugging up the fuel given the description.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/4773929662730925/
“Runs, Goes, Then Dies, Then Runs Again… Needs a little love from someone who knows what they are doing. Probably a simple fix to be reliable fun. Sold As Is.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3000.
(07/15/2023) Nick’s selling this early CJ-5 trencher project.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/656189109866141
“This is a first model year 1955 CJ5 serial #13845. It has an original Auburn Jeep-A-Trench and the rare factory T98 4-speed transmission with granny low gear.
This style trencher is the gear-draulic which uses a hydraulic pump to raise and lower the unit. A driveshaft will slowly drive the Jeep while it trenches.
I’m told this last ran approximately 10 years ago. Engine spins over, but has low compression of 25-35 psi. Rings likely need soaked. I pulled the intake valve cover off and it looked clean.
Unsure of trencher condition itself, but check out Turn N Burn on YouTube where another trencher was brought back to life without much work.
Frame has patches as most trencher Jeeps do. Aside from the left rear corner dent, body is pretty decent for its age.
No title. Firm on price.
Bill shared this interesting story from Hemmings about a pre-war dual rear wheel semi-independent drive system that allowed for a relatively inexpensive way to modify consumer vehicles for wartime.
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/daf-trado-ford-articulation/
Jan out of the Netherlands shared this unique Perkins Brochure that highlights. I don’t have a date for it. I found one of these brochures for sale out of the UK and another one here, though it is priced higher. And, here is an M-38 for sale in the UK with that conversion.
Tom Rives posted the below photo on Facebook of an extended Willys Wagon used by the “Adventures Out West” as part of their jeep tours out of Colorado Springs. It looks like they may have several different types of jeeps in service.
According to Jim, Bernie is selling this amazing, one-of-a-kind FC hotrod pair. I’ve seen these in person and the craftsmanship is amazing.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/835668236472205/posts/6808237805881855
We’ve all run across these examples (and the reason for the Last Ride category, which I’d forgotten about), but Mr. Binks shared this parts wagon priced at $2000! I guess if a fella finds a fool willing to fali for it ….
https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/pts/d/poplar-grove-1954-willys-wagon/7640031704.html
“PARTS TRUCK ! Still descent parts motor trans axles seats there , currently located in yorkville , Ill with be bringing to poplar grove I’ll by Rockford soon – text for prices or hole ?”
Mike shared this photo with me a few weeks ago during this trip through Texas. The wagon looked familiar, but I couldn’t place it, so I’d planned to circle back when I had some time for research.
I finally discovered why I recognized it. Tim Evans and his wife had their photos taken in front of it during their visit in 2017, which I posted at that time. Tim noted in his email to me that Magnolia Silos had been featured on HGTV, and those folks who know of the Silos are also familiar with ChIp and Jo Gaines (my mother was a big fan). The wagon is a popular photo op and you can see some of those photos here. Given we were in Waco in 2017, I’m not sure how we missed doing our own photo op there.
I also found a video online:
This project has been stored a while.
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/6701184103260139
“Cj2a in good shape very solid body it’s been stored indoors for last 20 years. I did have this jeep running briefly about 2 years ago. New seats gas tank and fuel lines. Tractor tires do not go with the jeep. I will put different tires on the Jeep if it sells.”
Andy shared this FC with a hydraulic dump bed. The top price is listed at $2500, but the text price is $2000.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/780534577147636/
“This listing is for an early 1960’s Jeep FC-170 with factory hydraulic dump body. This Jeep has its original 6 cylinder flathead super hurricane engine. The engine still runs, but the carburetor needs to be rebuilt. The frame is sound, engine is in good shape, the body needs to be restored. It also requires all new brakes. The only thing missing are the seats. The hydraulics haven’t been used in many years and will also need restoration. Mileage may be inaccurate at 30,000+. Plow has been removed, but front bumper has not been reattached. 2,000 or best offer”
Andy spotted this oddity. I am guessing it is a modified wagon. Hard to see just how much work has been done to it.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/507295601580287
“Does this interest someone it needs to be moved its ready to roll I have no titles for either but the city is saying i cant have anything Parked here til i get gravel put down an cant afford to do that right now ]: someone take this off my hands plz”
This was supposedly running last year.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/537186678487793
“1944 Willys MB · Suv · Driven 1,000,000 miles 1944 willys MB..VERY dry and solid WWII jeep..was running driving apx 1 year ago. Dry western jeep..fuel tank well & tool boxes have NO rust or rot!..Great basis for a total resto or get her driving and enjoy tomorrow. Have a good original WWII large opening fuel tank,original drivers seat and an ‘f’ marked passenger seat and misc repro.and takeout parts the po had. Asking $7995 obo ..jeep located in northern Nevada.”
The pics are pretty small, so hard to tell much. I’m guessing this was not an original CJ-2L.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/980430463150657
“Stretched CJ body and frame. I do have a title for it”
I can’t tell if this was an M-38 at some point or if it has a replacement body.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1433008517490654
“1952 Willy’s The jeep is in need of lots of help It was just brought to my property And it needs to leave my property I don’t need anymore yard art It Has a some kinda V8 motor No heads on the motor Bring a trailer I have title in hand no bank pay off no games.”
This project truck includes a Warn OD. This might be worth a look if the price drops.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1008411770540829/
“1953 Jeep Willys Overland pickup; serial number 453-EC2 10392. 475 4×4 (1 ton). 14,128 units manufactured. Bought as a project vehicle a few years ago. Haven’t gotten the time to do anything with it. $3900 OBO”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(06/17/2023) Unclear if they are $500 for both or not.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/913379499913048
“47 cj2a & 51 m38 parts”
UPDATE: Still Available.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/954486469039104
“Cool Flat Fender, CJ2A, Big trencher, Double PTOs, 4 Cylinder, Beefed up frame, Very complete, Just Bought it a few months ago and was going to take the body off for my jeep project but can’t bring myself to disturb it’s completeness, may trade for a nice CJ of equal value!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** These sold for $137! I seriously underestimated how high the bidding would go.
This is an unusual jeep-related item. Santa (the salt shaker) sits on his sleigh (the pepper shaker).
“Vintage 1959 NAPCO SANTA CLAUS JEEP Salt & Pepper Shakers Set Japan In BOX RARE . Both Shakers Are In Very Good Condition, They May Have Been Displayed For A Short Time, But Have Not Been Filled For Use. National Potteries Co.”
With the roof repaired, I was able to return to the body on Wednesday. From sanding the body, I can see this isn’t the first time it’s been repaired (fiberglass patches and some bondo). Below are pics after applying the fiberglass filler and applying some sandable primer, but before any bondo. I’ve since applied some bondo to fill in some holes, nicks, and cracks.
This is one of the nicest looking 2L’s that I’ve seen. Given it’s proximity to Spokane, it’s highly likely it’s a 2L out of that area.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/299334435845754/
“1947 Willys Jeep converted to pick-up. Archive photos. Original engine swapped out for older Ford Ranger engine, charging system converted from 6 volt to 12 volt. Starts, runs, needs some brake work. Original engine included in price. Barn stored in winter. Looking for younger, more mechanically inclined owner!”
Roger Martin spotted this 2A. It looks like a good price.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/627511212678652/
“1946 Willys CJ2A. Restored by previous owner. Buick V6 engine, 3 speed transmission.
This looks to have an MB Body with GPW tool lids atop a 2A chassis.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1650555858783700
“I have a 1947 Willy’s don’t now a ton about it bought it as a project was running and driving about a year ago but has ben sitting since then I have a everything I believe to get it running again just needs the fuel line looks to be all original it has been converted to run 12v instead of 6v the belly pan was replaced they didn’t do the best job but it is solid looking to get $2,000 obo if you have any questions I’ll do my best to answer them. If you want any more pictures I can get some more pictures And I do have a clean Florida titl”
