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1946 VEC CJ-2A New London, OH **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3400.

Runs, but needs brakes.

“Hard to find, desirable early Willys with shifter on steering column. This was the first civilian model jeep made after WW2. Serial number 27040. Stored indoors and owned by the same person for the past 40 years. Starts and runs great. Brakes not currently working. Solid, nearly complete vehicle would be great for restoration or would be perfect to use around farm with little work needed.”

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1948? VEC? CJ-2A Mesa, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000.

Listed as a 1948, it looks more like a 1946. I can’t tell for sure, but the windshield may have square bow holder bolts.

“This is one very nice looking old Jeep. I am listing it for a friend. It is rather a rare model with column shift. {Note pictures}. Please DO NOT text or email response to this advertisement. Serious inquires by Telephone only , John”

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1946 VEC? CJ-2A Honor, MI $1950

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Appears to have a rear PTO and winch. Probably a VEC body, too.

“1946 willys runs good $1950”

http://nmi.craigslist.org/cto/5641865864.html

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1946 VEC CJ-2A **SCAM ALERT**

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UPDATE ***: Jurgen spotted this one. The ad for this jeep has resurfaced, this time in Ireland. Note the text claims the body panels has their “rivets” removed using a special tool. The panels were welded together via spot welds, not held together using rivets. It’s the same claim made in the text from last year: https://www.vintagestefano.com/for-sale

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UPDATE II: A Craigslister reported that the seller is away and keeps raising the price as emails are exchanged. “Guy claims he is govt working but keeps asking for more and more info if you respond to his add…beware”

UPDATE: This jeep was on eBay a couple days ago. The seller listed it in College Station, Texas. The same jeep just popped up on a West Virginia Craigslist for only $4000. The text in the ad is similar to the text shown down below. 

Here’s the current scam ad: http://huntington.craigslist.org/cto/5644379040.html

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“1946 Willys VEC (Very Early Civilian) CJ-2A Jeep – Museum Quality Restoration

Offered is a 1946 CJ-2A that has undergone a frame-off, nut and bolt, rotisserie restoration. This is a very early civilian version, identified by square windshield plates, column shift, tool indents, ‘F’ script bolts in drive train, frame tag on the outside of the driver front gusset and three data plates on the dash.

I acquired this Willys Jeep CJ-2A from a Kingman, Kansas flying service in 2008 where it was being used as an airport tug. Everything was original, uncut, matching numbers and well preserved in several coats of orange paint. The frame tag, dash data plate and the Willys body tag are each numbered 17968 and correctly located. The motor number is CJ-2A 18464. The AMC numbers on the tailgate and front gusset are matching and both read 8620. Continue reading

 
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1946 CJ-2A VEC Williamsport, PA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9950.

Appears to have a couple minor updates.

“1946 Willys Jeep, CJ2A VEC Very Early Civilian Jeep GARAGE KEPT. ORIGINAL TOOL INDENTS ON DRIVER’S SIDE!!! RUNS WELL AND ON THE ROAD W/TAGS, WORKING COLUMN SHIFT, Converted to 12V Solex Carb. Overdrive, 11″ brakes, Rust free California Jeep, Jeep seats recovered, Roll Cage, Seat belts, Bikini top, ALSO INCLUDES EXTRA…BLOCK, HEAD, TRANS AND TRANSFER CASE!!! ”

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1946 VEC? CJ-2A Allegheny County, NY $3000

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Has a column shift.

“Very Rare 3 speed column shift, converted to 12v, other than the conversion to 12v this beauty is all original. Too many projects and no time to complete them. Not currently running, needs some electrical work. Body fair. My loss is your new restoration project. $3000 or best reasonable offer.”

http://buffalo.craigslist.org/cto/5634456758.html

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Year? VEC? CJ-2A Fargo, MN **Status Unknown**

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UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $3500

Listed as a 1942, it looks like it may be a VEC.

“42 jeep very little rust ”

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1946 CJ-2A VEC? Sharonville, OH $7900

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UPDATE: Still Available.

Greg’s got the CJ-2A for sale.

“For Sale is a 1946 Willys Cj2A with 52K original miles. It has the original 134 Cubic Inch inline 4cylinder engine, T90A 3 Speed transmission with rare column shift, Spicer 18 transfer case and Dana axles. It is 4X4 with high and low gear that work as intended. The carburetor was just rebuilt and it runs great with good clutch and brakes, the parking brake works as well. The water pump, the fuel tank and the fuel pump were just replaced. All lighting, gauges, turn signals and horn work as they should. This vehicle also has the rare heater box under the dash. This vehicle was a barn find and has just been recently repainted with olive drab green paint as you can see in the pics. It has less than expected rust for a vehicle of its age and has a very solid frame. The seats were also redone. The Jeep was recently displayed in a local car show and received numerous compliments. It is fun to drive or show. I will entertain any REASONABLE offer.”

http://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/5559208954.html

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1946 VEC? CJ-2A Phelan, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.

Has some tool indents. No description provided.

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1946 VEC? CJ-2A Grant, CO $5500

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $5500.

(04/12/2016) Has a column shift. I can’t tell if the tool indents are there or not.

“Willys jeep runs and drives have new soft top”

http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/5585668129.html

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1946 VEC CJ-2A Dalton, MA $1200

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(04/09/2016) Has some rare Formula Desert Dog PCV tires, though without much tread or life left.

“All original, matching numbers VEC Willy’s. VIN 23538. Column shift. Original motor serial # 24259. Lots of extra parts go with. Jeep rolls, motor turns. Frame is solid. Jeep has been stored indoors since I acquired it 5 years ago”

http://albany.craigslist.org/atq/5527563116.html

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1946 VEC? CJ-2A Elk Grove, CA $4995

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Seller lists this as a VEC, but without tool indents or a column shift, I wonder if that is the case. Looks like it could make a good restoration though.

“1946 JEEP CJ-2A, (VEC). Numbers matching with a clear Calif. title. This is a barn find it had been sitting for years. It starts and runs good, I drove it last week. It has very good oil pressure although it burns some oil. It has a new water pump & rad. hoses, new fuel pump, 6V battery, new brake wheel cyl and rebuilt master cyl, new steering bell crank shaft and brgs. The lights work. This Jeep was originally (as you see it) green in color with 15 inch cream wheels with blue pin stripes. The tub is very solid very little rust, there was a truck cab and a rear cover protecting the floors. It has a PTO winch. I can deliver within 300 miles for a fee.”

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/5538184144.html

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1946 VEC CJ-2A Barnesville, MN $6900

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Runs and drives.

“This is a numbers matching jeep. Runs, drives and stops.
– all tags are present. Frame horn tag, ser. # tag, body tag, and three dash tags.
– lights and gauges work
– 4wd works great in low and high range
– shifts through all gears
– clear title
– it’s a blast to drive around
VEC (very early civilian)
– tool indents
– column shift
– firewall horn
– 4 solid disk wheels, 1 standard 16″ wheel

$6900 obo
Serious inquiries only please. Thank you
Many other parts available as well.”

http://fargo.craigslist.org/pts/5517760228.html

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1946 VEC? CJ-2A Tucson, AZ $7500

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A good start on an MB clone.

http://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/5501191205.html

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“UP FOR SALE IS A 1946 WILLY’S MB CLONE ( CJ2A ).
I PURCHASED THIS FROM A GENTLEMAN WHO STARTED THE RESTORATION BUT GAVE UP ON IT.
IT IS CURRENTLY BEING WORKED ON BY MY MECHANIC AND MYSELF AND IS VERY CLOSE TO BEING COMPLETED.
ALL ITEMS MENTIONED BELOW MAY NOT BE SHOWN IN THE PICTURES YET.

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1946 VEC? CJ-2A Taylor, TX **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.

Based on the other pics, it looks like this is pretty complete. Could be a VEC.

“1946 Willys CJ2A Jeep. Complete. Great project. Clean Texas title. Engine runs. Comes with new floorboards and braces. Catalogs, manuals and spare parts included”

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1945 VEC CJ-2A Griffin, GA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200.

(02/24/2016) Looks to be a mix of VEC and non VEC parts. The windshield and tranny are incorrect at the very least. Seems to have the correct rear hubs.

“The CJ-2A was the very first model of the civilian Jeeps. 1945 was the first year of production and this is one of those bearing serial number 11086. It is in need of restoration but the vehicle is all there, engine, transmission, all running gear, very good shape for age. The first of the are tagged as “Very Early Civilian” or VEC, which this is one of. Original color was green which is one of the two colors available in 1945. Call with questions.”

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1946 VEC CJ-2A Paso Robles, CA $5500

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $5500.

Looks like a VEC CJ-2A body that’s had the gas inlet covered. Tank is now in the back.

“I have a 1946 Willy’s jeep with a small block 283 corvette motor. It has a np420 4speed trans and a twin stick transfer case it has a newer jeep rear axle, new tail lights, custom battery mount, new airfilter, the motor has a fresh rebuild and a quadrajet carb, new seats, new four point harnesses , comes with a tow bar, inside is rihno lined, no rust at all need minor body work. Has a new 11gal gas tank and comes with a back seat price negotiable. please leave a message if i dont answer when you call”

http://slo.craigslist.org/cto/5430122232.html

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1945 VEC CJ-2A Corning, NY $500

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Looks like there’s value here.

“Very Early Civilian Jeep (VEC) 1945 CJ-2A chassis, with nice frame, serial # 10308 (column shift).”

http://elmira.craigslist.org/cto/5437331402.html

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1946? VEC? CJ-2A Taylor, TX **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.

Looks like it has an early body. Listed as a ’48.

“1948 Willys jeep complete with motor and teams just not running. Has a Chevrolet strait 4 cylinder. $800 with clear title.”

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1946 VEC CJ-2A Northern WI $2500

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(11/12/2016) Pics posted.

“Early 1946 Willys Cj2a that runs, drives, and stops. The body is original and has been patched over the years. Rare column shift (3 on the tree) transmission. Engine could use rings as it smokes/burns oil but has lots of power. A perfect winter rebuild project! One tire has a slow leak but all are matching and like new. I plan on getting the leak repaired..”

http://northernwi.craigslist.org/cto/5970388329.html

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1946 VEC CJ-2A Norco, CA eBay

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UPDATE: Price starts at $3900

(12/08/2015) Needs a little work.

“early serial number 46 willys low hood jeep. first year for the civilian jeep.?
the good:
new fuel tank
new fuel line
Buick v6 motor
power steering
frame boxed in the front
trailer hitch receiver
tow bar
bikini top
stock seats in good shape

the bad:
needs new motor mounts ($170 for the good ones)
needs new master cylinder installed, It comes with the jeep
needs new battery

this would be a great jeep for cruising around or taking out to the desert. that was my plans for it but I bought a manx buggy and I can’t take both at the same time. clean tittle in my name and it on non op so no back fees.”

View all the information on eBay

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1945 Santa Photo with VEC CJ-2A on eBay

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Should I know who Joan Rimers is?

“Original Vintage Press Photo Christmas Santa & Pretty Girl Joan Rimers w/ Willys Jeep CJ dated 1945 Size is 7×9″ inches.”

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MB/CJ-2As/Wagons Garberville, CA

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Several different vehicles for sale. At least one 2A appears to be a VEC.

“For sale : some complete, some for parts, and misc. parts .All on Non OP status.Clean Pink Slips.
(Only one rolling MB chassis with bill of sale )
Also , extra parts: body parts , transmissions ( T90’s / T86’s), Grills,lights,ect). Also a 6 Cylinder Hurricane (Flat six)
Also ,there’s a 1958 WILLYS Wagon with all Chevy running gear. Will list that separately, and you can also ask me about it .’

http://humboldt.craigslist.org/cto/5377216446.html

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1946 VEC CJ-2A Sikeston, MO **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500

This has the early windshield, but no column shift.

“I have a 1946 cj2a for sale that is serial number 15192. All three tags are 15192. The tool box floor has been rusted out and patched, the hat channels are rusted out. The side steps are rusted. The frame seems to be okay except in the front where the crossover tube meets the frame it has a crack. The tub has the tool indents on the drivers side. It has one of the three data tags on the dash. You can see where the other two were. It does have two good seats. The windshield frame seems to be early with the square washers and in good shape. The transmission is a side shifter converted to tower shift. The engine seems to be a transitional cj2a engine. It does run and drive, engine in good shape. Did a compression check and all four cylinders were right at 120. I have installed a new fuel pump, points, condenser, rotor and plugs. No brakes. I drive it about every day. No title. Asking $2500 / OBO for it.”

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1946 VEC? CJ-2A Fallbrook, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2900

Has rear PTO. I can’t tell if it has indents.

“1946 willys jeep, newer f-head engine, complete but not running, has some body rust. rear PTO winch, new tires, starter, seat cushions, water pump, gas tank. Have title.”

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