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UPDATE: Price dropped to $9500.
(05/25/2023) This looks like a solid 2A. It’s #45590.
https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ctd/d/san-clemente-1946-willys-army-jeep-4×4/7661434889.html
“Great little jeep with Rhino Line exterior paint. New tires, New master cylinders, 4 cylinder, Manual Trans. 2 Seater. No top. Ready to go. Runs and starts all the time.”
These are hard to find.
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/pts/d/san-diego-willys-jeep-fc150-bed/7659000718.html
“This is a bed and frame including rear axle as shown. Great for parts for a FC150 or make a cool Jeep trailer. The floor has rust so will need to put something over it if you plan to use the bed. Fenders are decent and are worth $250 by themself. Price is $250. Can load. If the ad is posted it’s available. Phone calls only no text or emails. Would make a cool Jeep trailer.”
The 2A has a super hurricane engine.
https://billings.craigslist.org/pts/d/billings-1944-jeep-1946-jeep/7661947790.html
“1946 willys jeep run and drives 1944 jeep for parts original 4 cylinder 4 speed excellent parts vehicle”
One of these was an ambulance jeep.
https://slo.craigslist.org/pts/d/atascadero-wwii-1944-ford-jeeps/7653399503.html
“I have a pair of 1944 gpw Jeeps. One is numbers matching and one is a USMC WW2 ambulance jeep. The ambulance jeep is 1 of 20 known survivors as they made between 500-800 of them during the war. It needs a lot of work but is super rare. The floors are rotted and have new floors for it and a 27 gallon tub packed with new parts. Also it includes an original USMC marked mbt trailer. The numbers matching gpw has some rust out but better then 99% of Jeeps out there. It has a lot of original parts including the correct horn, front seats, correct carburetor and more.
Each jeep is 8k and have a nos gpw jeep engine block to offer extra with the ambulance jeep”
The two front seats and cage would be hard to duplicate at $600 if you have a 3B and want all of it.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/pts/d/wickenburg-jeep-willys-cj3b-full-roll/7659351382.html
“Full family style roll cage with 3 race buckets with covers. May trade for ammunition or firearms. No reloads! Don’t contact me on ad if you are not willing to drive to Wickenburg. Seat mounts are tied into cage. Please don’t ask stupid questions like is Jeep included.”
Unclear how much work it needs.
https://slo.craigslist.org/cto/d/oceano-170-willys-military-jeep-obo/7666452115.html
“This is original front-line ambulance used in the Korian War has never been on a county road surplus jeep sold to Osgood Farms only used as farm equipment. It is 20 inches longer than a wrangler jeep. Research on the internet to learn more about this very rare Willys only 4,000 built for military use serial number 020X3 to register DMV. It runs but not good enough to use yet all the drive train good needs to be restored these jeeps are mostly used in parades and displayed at military museums or post when finished. Has a 134ci Hurricane original engine. Discount for Veteran Post or veteran that wants to restore”
This has been sitting a long time.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/d/pacific-grove-1952-willys-jeep-m38/7662340487.html
“I ran this ad last June and received several offers. Unfortunately I was on an extended trip and was not available for showing. So I am now rerunning the ad for the next 2 weeks and will respond to all questions. I will then respond to offers in the order of amount offered.
1952 m38 —- This jeep was 90% refurbished in 1989 from the frame up new wiring harness (24 volt), brakes, etc. Motor and trans ran like a top. It has not been started since 1989. After 1989 it was stored in a rough outbuilding and obviously shows it. I have all the parts, snorkel, seat frames, etc. I’m 70 and don’t need this project. Would like to sell by the end of September and now taking offers. Please serious inquiries only.”
This looks to be a 2WD DJ-3A (body, grille, and front axle).
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/scz/cto/d/watsonville-1953-willys-jeep-no-rust/7657266703.html
“This Jeep has a Ford flatbed v8. Someone cut the hood and it rusted but otherwise this Jeep is super solid!”
Engine needs rebuild. Looks like it has seen some trails.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/guinda-1948-cj2-willys/7658472482.html
“Complete CJ2 jeep Needs engine rebuild. Drive train is good. If I don’t sell it as is I will be asking $6500 with a rebuilt engine. Not sure on the miles. On non opp and title in hand. floor boards are not rotted out. The engine has been sitting for years with the cylinder head off. so the cylinder bores are rusty. The pistons are most likely stuck in the bore. my asking price is firm.”
Lacks an engine.
https://prescott.craigslist.org/cto/d/mayer-54-willys-cj3/7663556452.html
“This jeep is missing original engine but otherwise very original and complete. It has an original dated radiator, unmolested wiring. Also has front heater and very rare complete rear heater.”
Only the one pic.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/pts/d/albuquerque-1951-willys-jeep-model-mc-38/7660605211.html
“restore or for parts.
Will add asking price soon.”
This June 20, 1960, Advertising and Merchandising Bulletin included a wall poster showing new styling changes in the ‘Jeep’ vehicle line. I wish I knew which poster that was.
There is also reference to an ad in the April 25th, 1960, issue of Life Magazine. But, it wasn’t a ‘Jeep’, but rather a Goodyear tire ad that includes a jeep.
Here is the Life Magazine:
I was going through eBay and found these jeeps on slides for sale.
This is an ad I’ve never seen. What’s more surprising is that the seller has four of them!
View all the information on eBay
“Carborundum
Willys Jeep Ad
1942 Original ad.
It takes a lot of parts to make a Jeep”
David shared this unusual hub with me. It’s not one I recognize. I *think* it is some form of a summer hub, perhaps adapted from a locking hub. Note the welds on two sides of the six-sided metal plate atop the hub.
Barry let me know that Nate is selling this CJ-5 Farm Jeep. It includes a rare restored Stratton Lift that Barry highlighted here: https://www.farmjeep.com/lifts/stratton-lift/stratton-lift-restoration/
View all the information on eBay
Engine (F134), transmission (T90), transfer case (Dana 18) and axles (Dana 25 front, Dana 44 rear) were all rebuilt by the previous owner. The three point hitch is the hardest to find of all the ones used by Willys. It is a Stratton lift. All the lifting devices are under the bed which keeps the bed open. PTO is operational and comes with a 90 degree belt pulley.
There is a Novi governor on the engine and it is not hooked up. Brakes were upgraded to 10″ drums by the previous owner as well. Body has dents and dings. Only rot is in the hat channel behind the spare tire. Floors are really nice. See pictures for body damage. Has venting windshield and the glass is broken. Also has most of the original soft top bows.
Comes with original side steps and some other spare parts. Also has the regular seats if the buyer does not want the 60-40 bench seat. Lift arms are reproductions copied off originals. I have the templates and new decals along with other information that goes with the lift. Under the tub is good and the frame is not rotted or broken anywhere. There are helper coil springs in the rear. This is a very solid and original jeep. I rebuilt the lift cylinder three years ago. I have a clean title in my name. The jeep originally came from Washing state. Some of the lights do not work. Tires are old and have cracks, but they work just fine.”
Blaine shared this one. It includes a Converto Dump Trailer.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/atq/d/vancouver-1941-mb-willys-jeep-slat/7662296819.html
“For sale. 1941 MB Willys Slat Grill Jeep. The very first year of the Jeep.
Delivery date: December 4, 1941. Mostly original brought back from overseas.
This is a pre-war MB Jeep. This vehicle starts and runs great with a freshly rebuilt 1942 engine.
The original engine stamp date December 1939, (not installed) will go a long with the Jeep it is complete and is a good running engine.
New canvas top, seat covers, and back fold up seat.
.30 caliber belt feed machine gun (metal replica) with mount. Side mount ammunition cans included.
A very hard to find Solid steel dump trailer in great condition.”
This was last started 30 years ago, so keep that in mind.
https://twinfalls.craigslist.org/pts/d/burley-wwii-1944-willys-mb/7662567401.html
“This is an original WWII Jeep that spent its life on a farm in Idaho. It has about 25,000 original miles. Was last started and run about 30 years ago and has been stored inside in a shop since now collecting dust and bird poop. Although it was a military Jeep, it was never used by the military but instead in 1944 diverted for agricultural use, where a spray rig was added as well as large headlights and a heater, otherwise it is 100% original. The original small headlights are included as are 5 original combat rims and other military parts. This is a wonderful example of a first generation military jeep worthy of a ground up restoration. Well restored military Jeeps are worth $20,000 and great fun for parades etc. This one was owned by my father and another farmer before him and has a clear title. I will deliver for a fee or you may arrange to pick it up near Raft River, Idaho. The price is $7,900 with all extra parts wheels and tires.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500.
Scott’s selling his stock DJ-3A.
“1956 Willys DJ3A Dispatcher. Rare 2WD with column shift. New brake system (master cylinder, wheel cylinders, shoes, lines, hoses and emergency brake cable), new wiring harness and new tires. This is a true survivor with only 4 small areas that are rusted through (driver side foot board, panel above passenger foot board, cargo floor behind seats and panel next to tailgate on driver side). It runs great and could easily be restored if desired.”
This has tool indents and a column shift. If it is as restored as claimed, that’s a good price. It will need paint at the very least.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/roseville-super-clean-1946-jeep-cj2a/7656617629.html
“Up for sale is a very unique and rare All original Built from the ground up 1946 Willy’s CJ2A “…..This is one of the first post world war jeeps offered by willy’s after world War II to the civilian market. A complete frame of restoration was performed between August 2021 and December 2022. The entire restoration was video logged, All work that was performed was documented
Full restoration videos can be viewed below
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLN3v11htMdatvwVMtPFrfq4UeA0XsDS5T
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLN3v11htMdatvwVMtPFrfq4UeA0XsDS5T
Might be value here.
https://spokane.craigslist.org/pts/d/cusick-1946-willys-cj2a-project-jeep/7662123383.html
“’46 cj2a, buick v6, power steering, disk brakes. Needs a firewall mounted hydraulic brake and clutch system, a tilt steering column from an s 10 and a fuel cell would make this a good wheeler. $1500 or trade for interesting off road thing.”
Doesn’t run. I can’t tell if the rear seat is just resting in that position or is installed there.
https://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/d/loma-1948-willys-jeep/7662465953.html
“1948 Willys Jeep , not run in years , needs restoration .”
Starting bid is $6000. May have a bad fuel pump.
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“Willys. 1946 CJ2A (agri Jeep or farm jeep) Note the extra shifter in the floor….. I purchased this Jeep from my parents estate. My dad had many Jeeps through the years and this one he thought was special because not many agri jeeps were produced. Has been in storage for last 8 yrs right where these pics were made. I did crank it a few times but I think fuel pump has gone bad since. 134cu.in. “Go Devil” engine makes 63 hp @ 2,000 rpm.
These Jeeps were hitched to plows, cultivators,mowing machines, harrows,and lime spreaders to tackle common farm tasks. Tires are dry rotted, there is a small hole in floor board on pass side [see pic] all other sheet metal seems to be in good shape. Chassis not rusted, only surface rust. Was painted best I can remember 20 yrs ago… New top bows as indicated in pics, do not have the canvas top. Tilt out windshield. Also have an extra engine, transfer case and trans, along with 2 extra heads. Not sure of the year but looks to be the same thats incld. Will assist in loading. Could get it running and drive as is or restore.”
Andy shared this project truck with a stake bed. Might have a solid cab.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1021197929135483
“1949 Willys Stake Truck, surface rust, great patina, brand new tires. Comes with cherry picker and 1969 chevy 350 ( came out of cj7, needs install), has tranny and transfer case. Great project!!!”
You just don’t see these units for sale up here in the PNW.
https://spokane.craigslist.org/pts/d/spokane-cj-jeep-pto-belt-drive/7658248856.html
“1949 CJ3a PTO assembly with the Belt Drive adapter. Still currently mounted in the jeep so it can be used and shown to work. Only thing missing is the Novi Governor under the hood. I’m not much of a farmer and I don’t intend to restore this jeep to factory so I’m selling just the PTO.”
