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UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/25/2015) Includes trailer, buz saw, rear PTO and more.
“1946 CJ2A Willys Jeep – column gear shift, correct Bantam T-3 trailer and correct Buzz Saw with Belt drive and belt”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4961944978.html
No long a column shift, this has other VEC elements.
“I have to make room for other things so my willys jeep cj2a (civilian) has to go. Its been in many parades and car shows. Its really at home in the mountains or desert. Its a real head turner and it will put a smile on your face. Its amazing how many people tell me they had one of these when they were a kid, if that were true the road would be full of them. This is the first year for the civilian model and yes that is the original color. Many new parts but mostly original refurbished .”
View all the information on eBay
Has a VEC body.
“this is a 4-cylinder original mtr , runs really good has 6 volt system. has white spoke wheels and decent rubber. minimum rust for the year. Very easy restore if wanted.”
http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/4948884062.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** No price listed.
Jeep has been dissassembled. The windshield looks to be aftermarket.
“Willys cj2a jeep for sale
This jeep is considered a vec or very early civilian. Vin# is 26,xxx.
Clean title in my name
– Has original column shift
– original engine and drive train
– disassembled at the moment for restoration but I’ve decided to move ahead on another jeep and need space
– This jeep ran, drove and stopped great
– drove it all last summer
– frame is straight and clean
– tub does have rust in hat channels
Call or text for details”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5050
(02/24/2015) It appears that someone dropped a VEC CJ-2A body on a DJ-3A Chassis.
“64 willys jeep,….Was used by Knotts berry farm. two wheel drive. Solid piece for resto less engine and trans.”
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/ant/wan/4927606433.html
UPDATE: This was listed back in 2013 with no pics.
“1946 classic willy open top jeep 2 seater call for more info and will email photo and other details”
http://modesto.craigslist.org/cto/4938397395.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
No doubt this project is worth a look.
“Rare 45 cj2a. #217 of 1824 built in 45. Completely disassembled for storage. Body has rust but very saveable. I belive the motor is a 47 or 48 & is stuck. $1500 obo”
UPDATE: Still Available
(03/22/2014) It’s a column shift.
“1946 Willy’s Flat Fender Jeep CJ-2A Original 4 Cylinder Flat Head with 3 Speed on the Column, 4X4, Runs Good. $3950 or Trade ?”
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/cto/4921169590.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
(02/16/2015) Has a column shifter.
“1946 willys cj2a. All numbers matching. 134ci 3 speed on column. #35221 have data plates. Best i can tell the only thing missing is rear seat frame and air filter assembly off of carb. Motor turns over by hand and is full of oil. Spark plugs came out pretty easy, have never tried to start it. Has a 12 volt generator. Transfer case engages. Put 15inch wheels on it from a 65′ cj5. Obviously needs work. Floor pans are rusted out. Also have two more hoods, another tailgate, and two 16 inch original wheels go with it. Dont have to sell just wanna see what happens with this post. Would ONLY trade for another running jeep. Cj or yj. Title in hand. Texting works best. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
I’m sure this has been listed previously, but I sure couldn’t find it. I believe the price has dropped. Includes a rear PTO and a hardtop. The jeep sports a vintage National Jeep Association Decal.
“1946 Willys 1st year civilian production Jeep
New brakes – factory P.T.O.
L134 – 4 cylinder / 6 volt system
Three speed on the column
16″ Wheels – Some parts
Family owned since the early 1950s
Includes 1954 Aluminum Sears full cab
Runs great – Rear passenger bench seat
Clear title – All I.D. Tags are visible
All original without many modifications
Email-Phone-Text”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500
(01/04/2015) Needs plenty of work.
“The sale was not completed on this Jeep so it is being relisted . This is a 1945 Willys CJ2A vin#11752 I have all 5 correct data tags. This is a project or parts vehicle . The body is repairable but will need front and rear floor work. The engine does not run it has a cracked valve guide and the head was removed at some point. I do have a running engine that can be negotiated in the price. This is a column shift jeep and all components come with the it. The front frame on the passengers side is rusted near the crossover tube but can be repaired. This is a VEC Jeep which are very hard to find and condition dictates the price other wise it would be well over $7000.00 . This Jeep will be sold with bill of sale and the asking price is $1500.00 if interested please call”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000
(10/30/2014) It appears to have a VEC body.
“1946 jeep willys CJ2A trail rig, fuel injected GM V6, SM420, and twin stick with PTO. narrowed 9″ (nine) inch ford rear axle and narrowed dana front axle, with lockers front and rear. on board air, warn winch and off-road lights. call or text ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5200.
It’s not all original, but appears solid.
“1945 Willys Jeep CJ2A for sale. Hate to lose her but Im moving overseas. She is #10170 which you can research and see as the #170th CJ2A made after WWII. I rebuilt the transmission and the motor is great. Like all CJ2As this old there is a slight drip from the transmission housing. She has been up and running great for the past 2 years, I however have not been in El Paso for the past 6 months so the battery is dead and the fuel pump will need to be primed to get running again. After extensive research, there are a few parts that are not original, windshield is from a 1948, electrical is converted to 12V from 6V and the rear axle was upgraded to the 1948 model. This is an amazing find, and I don’t want to see her go- email or text with questions.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500
(12/01/2014) This has a VEC CJ-2A body, but I don’t see other VEC parts.
“Early Willys CJ2A 1945 for restoration or parts not running asking $1500 if interested please call”
UPDATE: These photos were on eBay. **SOLD**
The same press photo with the same caption that is marked differently was sold by same seller in January of 2014 (the pic and caption from that 2014 ebay sale is at the bottom of this post).
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Here are copies of the photo sold in January of 2014:
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $9500.
(10/10/2014) It doesn’t have the column shift, but does have other early elements. It is #11653.
“Ive got to sell my beautiful 1945 Willys CJ2A to make room for my side by side. Original 4 cal 6V civilian model 1st year they were built. It has been in car shows and paradise and also around the hills around Mesquite. Green with yellow wheels was the original color, pretty wild for 1945. It will take you about anywhere you want to go and always puts a smile on everybody’s face. A lot of fun and in great shape”
UPDATE: Was $1500. Sold at that price, but seller backed out. Resold for $4000, but then buyer backed out. **SOLD**
You are looking at #11579. It has the correct rear hubs, column shift, windshield, and tool indents. No doubt this will be gone by the time I wake up Wednesday morning.
“We have a 1946 Willy’s Jeep for sale. This jeep has been sitting in storage for about 30 years. It ran when it was put away but currently will not turn over. It not in bad shape for being 69 year old.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(08/05/2014) This may be a 1946 VEC. In fact, those look like square bow holder bolts on the windshield.
“ran good 2yrs ago when parked. complete and stock. fairly new tires. PLEASE NO TEXTS ! it has winch, soft top and doors.”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4767570384.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Has an f-head.
“I have a barn find jeep willis cj2a 4×4 with original title # 19765 (Arkansas), it’s all there, it has been converted to 12 volt system already, I was told it will run, just like most barn finds this one needs the fuel system flush and carburetor clean up, also will need starter rebuild, and good tires. The price of this barn find is $2500 as is (firm), but I will consider partial trades (no guns), I am looking for a lift up Cherokee or bronco, or ???,”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5950
(03/20/2014) “1946 Willys Jeep CJ2A
VEC
This jeep has been in my family for years and is in excellent working condition.
I have title in hand.
Serial tags on Engine, Firewall, and Frame are present and match.
Original engine.
No major modifications made. (the idea was to maintain the original vehicle)
“Three on the tree” gear shift.
Soft top cover with doors.
Heater
Tow bar with tow lights.
Original transmission allows you to disengage the transmission and tow the jeep where ever you want to go.
Extras include, maintenance manual, jack, an additional spare wheel/tire, trickle charger.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
Looks like this VEC has been altered to a floor shift.
“Good condition. No wreck, no dents, clean body. Car in the background us not included.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2890
(04/04/2014) Looks like the lower tool indent has been pounded out. I don’t recognize those rims. Are they some type of vintage rims?
“46 CJ2A Jeep. Rare find! Good Condition. Has a Mustang 289 V-8, Hi/Low transmission lever.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000
(05/23/2014) It’s a column shift, but I can’t tell much more than that.
“RUN and DRIVES engine just overhauled, tranny and transfer redone as well- just put new brake lines, brakes and master cylinder in.
body is in amazing condition.
have the complete history of the jeep, from factory to now.
pictures do not do it justice, come check it out in personRUN and DRIVES JUST HAD ORIG ENGINE REBUILT ($2300) tranny and transfer redone as well- just put new brake lines, brakes and master cylinder in.
body is in amazing condition.
have the complete history of the jeep, from factory to now.
COMES WITH A RECEIPT BOOK WITH ALL WORK DONE FROM ENGINE AND TRANS 3 YEAR WARRANTY!!
pictures do not do it justice, come check it out in person.
HAVE ONLY PUT 52 MILES ON NEW ENGINE AND TRANS- FLAT LAND DRIVING AND COAST.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500
Still has the column shift. The floors look solid in the photo. CJ-2A #15775.
“Early 46 jeep willys with rare Column shift.numbers on tub match the frame and have title.everything is all originaland it is so early that it has a military surplus engine.it does run and drive but needs a little tlc.I converted the 6 V system to a 12 V system but I still have all the original 6 V parts.$4500 or best offer.”
