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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was priced at $6500.
“body off frame restoration. All new brake system, exhaust, tires, glass, body hat channels. Original harvest tan color. 3 speed column shift. 4×4 etc. low mileage runs great. must see”
Not much VEC left in this #15462.
“project, but all there, solid tub, have two hoods and roll cage, ford engine.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/4720154534.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
” I have a Very Nice Early 1946 Willys Jeep, Model CJ2A, in what looks to be near complete original condition. The serial number is 19824, I have the key, but no title, many of these early ones were not titled. Mileage reads 66,523 and look at the dash, un-molested condition with beautiful gauges. 4-cyl engine spins as it should, needs a 6-volt battery and the starter & solenoid installed, other than that, all engine and drive train and exhaust looks intact, 3-speed. When I got this one it did not have a starter in it, the starter in the rear and solenoid are ones I had with other Jeeps, just did not have the time to install the starter. The tub on this jeep is in need of serious repair. I think with very little work you can be driving this one around, but the tub will have to be fixed up to drive seriously. Looks like a rear seat has been put in the passenger position. Comes with 5 original 16″ wheels, tires will need replaced to drive. Has all 3 of the nice dash tags and even the serial number tag on the dash. This jeep has just sat for almost 10 years and just needs massaged back into running condition. Just a great project jeep, will provide a Colorado bill of sale. Front end is in very nice condition, just needs a tub repair or replacement. I purchased 25 of these jeeps awhile ago from a collector and realize I cannot complete them all. I am only selling them because I need the money for my daughters college, please only bid or make an offer if you can pay promptly. Local pick-up and we are located in longmont, Colorado. I can help with loading if you want to schedule transport for the Jeep. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** For $840.
This body looks in pretty good shape. View all of the sellers jeeps on eBay
“I have a Very Nice Early 1946 Willys Jeep, Model CJ2A, Complete Original Body and Frame in Beautiful Condition. The patina is priceless, body is straight, great front end, engine compartment is nice, look at all the attachments around the tub, spare tire holder, gas can holder, shovel holder, etc. Only 2 rust spots on the floor of the tub, under the compartment as shown and a small spot on the passenger floor as shown. Look at the rat rod under dash heater, the dash in near mint and un-molested, great set of gauges. All 3 original dash tags with VIN. Just a beauty of an original CJ2A body and frame.. The serial number is 18639, has all 3 dash tags with the VIN and 2 tags under the hood with the VIN. There is one last weld to make on the front frame tube as shown. Body is solid and attached to the frame. I purchased 25 of these jeeps awhile ago from a collector and realize I cannot complete them all. I am only selling them because I need the money for my daughters college, please only bid or make an offer if you can pay promptly.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
It’s been changed to a floor shift, but does have a rear PTO.
“This is a very complete Very Early CJ (VEC). I have not tried to start it. The engine compartment looks very complete. It is a floor shift, but I believe was column shift originally. The body is very rough, but complete with tool indents. It has a complete Power Take Off (PTO) setup. The windshield is the very early style with square washers. I can’t find any identifiying marks on the top, but the experts on the CJ2a page think it’s a Koenig. There is NO title and I can’t find any tags on the frame or firewall identifiying the serial number. The Jeep will need to be picked up in Charleston (Cross Lanes), WV. This vehicle is being sold as-is. I bought to part out, but hate to do so since it’s such a complete Jeep. Thanks for looking.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500.
It’s a column shift. Might be a VEC.
“1946 WILLY’S CJ2 JEEP. RUST FREE, ALL ORIGINAL 4CYL DRIVE TRAIN, MANUAL TRANS., NEW BESTOP, NEW UNIDIRECTIONAL TIRES, REAR PTO, 35,000 MILES, EXCELLENT CONDITION. $7,500 OBO.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $28,000.
(01/17/2013) It looks good from this side, but no pics of the indents.
“1946 CJ2A #13241, Total Restoration to original condition after having been in the Navy in the Philippeans in 46. Column shift. Have all old parts. Odometer 2 mi. I have hauled on trailer to shows. Will consider offers.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500.
It’s a nice looking flattie and it’s serial number is early, but the lack of VEC details reduces the importance of its early roots.
“This is one of the first 1,000 civilian Jeeps made in 1945. Serial number is 10984, making it the 984th or 983rd Jeep made, depending on which source you read. (Some articles state the serial number began at 10,000 and others state it began with 10,001.”
Listed as a ’45, it looks more like a ’46.
“This is a rare 1945 Willys CJ2-A. The vehicle is in need of a full restoration. Engine turns over and will start just needs to be tuned up.”
http://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/4671366955.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1750.
I can’t tell if it is a column shift or not. 14″ brake drums?
“1946 Willy’s Jeep. Come with hardtop. Engine runs. Need tire’s and brake work. Has not been registered since the late 90’s, (use on private land). Have the pink slip. All original but over size 14 inch brake drums on all 4 wheels. Have lots of extra part that I might be willing to through in for the right deal.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** for $3000.
“Very original column shift, Rebuilt transmission, transfer case, starter,carburetor, bell crank
New brakes all new wheel cylinders master cylinder, shoes all rubber brake hoses and bad steel lines replaced. New seat covers. New glass and outside mirror. New muffler. New clutch and pressure plate. Fresh tune up, new wires, points, cap. New battery and cables. Stainless steel fuel tank. Has all the tags, gusset and 2 firewall numbers are 19769 Engine is 20376 Body 9694 Tailgate 9693″
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
What is that between the seats?
“Hi I’m sellin my 46 cj2a po filled the cylinder with oil when stored away I picked it up in spring thing got 300 bucks in parts to get her going but don’t have time or place to restore it rather see it go to someone who will bring her back to life”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
The motor runs. It’s early enough to have rear hubs. But, it’s rough.
“for sale very early 1946 CJ2A column shift jeep. runs body is shot. frame tag is on inner rail like a 1945 numbers say it is 1946, I assume it is from the first month poss the first week of 1946. It runs and drives, no brakes. needs a lot of TLC. this one of the rare ones full float rear end all the original column shift is there and works. has been sitting in my shed for years. sold as is. I have a clean title and all of the ID tags, with atching numbers. motor has been replaced at some time. runs but needs attention.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9,000.
(01/14/2014) It’s listed as a ’48, but has a serial number of 12275. It has the early windshield, data plates, and rear hubs. Looks solid.
“This 1948 Willys Jeep CJ-2Awas a frame off restoration with all new sheet metal. The seats have been re-upholstered. It is a 4 wheel drive, 3 speed, 4 cylinder. Originally has 73,855 miles on old speedometer, but a new speedometer was installed and set at 0. The electrical system has been changed over to a 12 volt system. Original engine runs great!! Starts every time. This vehicle would be great fun to drive!!!”
The body number is #11777.
“I have a tub from a 1945 Jeep. I also have the fenders and a grill. The serial number on the tub is 11777. It is also on the tailgate. There were only 1824 of these vehicles made”
http://showlow.craigslist.org/cto/4593026391.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
Ann and I took pictures of these in March during our trip through Western Colorado. That CJ-2A is a VEC with square bolt bow holders on the windshield.
“1946 willys cj2a body parts 1950 willys cj2a frame for sale make offer”
No price provided. The blue one looks like a VEC.
“3 1946 CJ-2A Willys Jeeps
All have PTO
Blue one is a very early SN classed as a VEC CJ-2A
Call for more info
many more parts available, would love to sell everything together”
http://sd.craigslist.org/cto/4572000457.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $950.
(07/06/2014) Parts or project.
“1946 WILLYS CJ-2A JEEP
FOR RESTO OR PARTS
GOOD SOLID CONDITION
NO MOTOR OR TRANSMISSION
INCLUDES GRILL, HOOD, WINDSHIELD FRAME, GAS TANK, AND FRONT SEATS
$950″
http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/4539397773.html
Runs and drives. #11809.
“First year civilian jeep ! Runs drives perfectly. All numbers match ,never butchered or cut up a true survived !”
http://slo.craigslist.org/cto/4569860720.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000
Looks like the column shift has been switched out. Looks solid otherwise.
“Very clean 1946 Willys CJ2A. All original except an important upgrade to a dual reservoir master cylinder (for safety purposes). Excellent working condition, I have done all the work on it over the past 3 years… fairly extensive restoration and has been painted in its original colors; Pasture Green with Autumn Yellow wheels. Paint is not perfect 8/10. Body is rot free thought there are certain areas where rust was once a problem. No shakes or wobbles at speeds in excess of 60+ MPH. Flathead 4 cylinder is reliable, leak free and powerful. I use it the way it was intended to be used when it was built in 1946, it’s a work vehicle but it is maintained properly. No mechanical issues: holds good oil pressure, no overheating, 4wd works, etc.”
No description, but the tool indents suggest it is a VEC.
http://buffalo.craigslist.org/cto/4567190672.html
UPDATE: Was $1950 **Status Unknown**
(04/20/2014) Lots of early stuff on this one.
“1946 Barn Fresh Willy’s jeep. Purchased three vehicles and had to purchase this one with the group. Selling as is. Needs restored.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
Missing a few original items, but seems like a reasonable price.
“1946 CJ2A EARLY 1946 3 PLATE ON DASH
REBUILT MOTOR RINGS BEARINGS GASKETS
NEW FUEL PUMP
RUNS GOOD OIL PRESSURE
ALL NEW BRAKES INCLUDING ALL LINES
RUNS GREAT ON ROAD NOW . NOT A SHOW PIECE just a good running old Willys
SOLID.BODY
GOOD CLUTCH
ALL LIGHTS WORK
HORN WORKS
SPEEDOMETER WORKS
ALL GAUGES EXCEPT GAS GAUGE WORKS( Needs sending unit)
3 SPD HIGH LOW
2WD OR 4WD”
UPDATE: Was $1500. **SOLD**
It’s got rear hubs and the squares on the windshield. It should be a column shift, too.
“Selling my 1945 Willys Jeep CJ2A un-molested all original matching numbers. Not running. but complete with lots of parts to rebuild. A must see classic. Rust free,, just surface rust and body cracks. looking for 1500.00 obo..”
How it appeared with the top.
UPDATE: Price bumped to $13,500.
This looks good.
“1946 willys column shift jeep. Black plate california jeep. never rusted Original condition with rear pto and king seely governer. This is a very nice original example.”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/cto/4530910101.html
