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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
I’m gonna guess that was a VEC CJ-2A body. It’s rough.
“1956 Willy’s Jeep. Has all the parts on it, except the steering wheel. Would be a great project, motor needs to be gone through. Bought it for $3,000 for my son, he went with a truck instead now I need it gone. Willing to take a lose on it, $2,000 is a great deal.”
The seller claims the only body mod is the hood scoop, but the drain hole has been filled and the bow holders removed. I’m only being picky, because the seller wants a lot for it. This does have the square bow holder windshield brackets, three data plates, and the full floating rears. This must have been a really early VEC. It only has 1 hood latch.
“THIS MOSTLY ORIGINAL JEEP FEATURES AN UPGRADED, LATER MODEL JEEP 4 CYLINDER OHV ENGINE IN PLACE OF ITS ORIGINAL “GO DEVIL” FLAT 4. THE MORE POWERFUL ENGINE CAME WITH AN IMPROVED CARBURETOR ( REQUIRING A HOOD SCOOP-ITS ONLY BODY MOD). THE RED EXTERIOR BODY IS ALL ORIGINAL. THE INTERIOR HAS THE ORIGINAL BUCKET SEATS COVERED IN BAMBOO VINYL. ALL THE GUAGES ARE INSTALLED AND WORKING PROPERLY,AS WELL AS ALL LIGHTS WORK. HAS AN OPTIONAL FACTORY HEATER INSTALLED. THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAS BEEN UPGRADED FROM 6V TO 12V. THE STEEL WHEELS ARE AFTERMARKET AND WEAR 245X15 OFF-ROAD TRACTION TIRES WITH DECENT TREAD. HAVE THE ORIGINAL 16 INCH WHEELS AND TIRES WHICH WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE SALE.THIS RARE JEEP RUNS,DRIVES,SHIFTS AND STOPS LIKE IT SHOULD. HAS A BIMINI TOP TO KEEP THE SUN AT BAY. THIS JEEP IS A BLAST TO DRIVE,EASY OF FUEL,GETS LOTS OF LOOKS AND ITS READY TO GO! VERY DEPENDABLE-STARTS RIGHT UP,AND WOULD MAKE A GREAT DAILY DRIVER. I HAVE 2 OF THESE JEEPS…THIS RED 1946 AND A MINT GREEN 1949 MODEL(PICTURES BELOW). GREEN JEEP HAS ORIGINAL WINCH AND TOW BAR.”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This is a nice looking VEC. It no longer has the column shift.
“1946 Willys CJ2A with frame off restoration. Matching serial number 13128 on frame, firewall and dashboard. 5 new NDT miltary tires, clutch, T-90 transmission, radiator, fuel pump, carburetor, wiring harness and air cleaner. Rebuilt 6 volt starter, generator, steering gear and transfer case. New bearings and seals in front spicer 25 and rear 23-2. Also has new brake shoes, wheel cylinders and lines. The original 4 cyl.engine
#J211784 has been machine shop rebuilt. It also has a new Bestop Tiger top and turn signals added. And much more. A complete list of parts and work done is available along with receipts. Runs great. More pictures available
upon request.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1750.
One runs and drives.
“I have three jeeps. One does run and I have been driving it around my property. It has the flathead, rebuilt carb, new fuel pump, it runs good and does not burn oil. The transmission works great and does not jump out of 2nd or 3rd. The t-case works fine. It needs body work and frame has some cracks and has been welded on. One of the other jeeps has the flathead and complete drivetrain. Engine turns over but I have not started it. The third jeep has no engine but is good for parts. I have one clear colorado title for one jeep.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2900.
This runs and drives. there appears to be some rust on the passenger side.
“For sale 46 willys,Jeep. Engine was replaced with a chevy 153c.i. 4 cyl. used in the Chevy II’s in the 60’s, Has a cast iron four speed transmission, and the standard Dana 18 transfer case. Runs and drives good. I have the doors also.”
This looks good.
“This is a great condition with wonderful patina 1946 Willys Jeep CJ-2A (VEC – Very Early Civilian) barn find. Serial # 22455. Runs and drives great. All electrical works. Completely gone through, including oil service, front and rear differential service, transmission and transfer case service with new rear transfer case oil seal. New front hubs and bearings. New brake drums and freshly bled brake lines. 9″ brakes have been changed to 11″ brakes. Speedo, temp, oil and volt meters all work. Also, includes vintage Cutlas locking hubs.
Good tires with brand new spare. Includes full top and doors, tow package with pre-wired plug-in tow. Freshly new steering rebuild of bell bar bearings, pin and alignment. Also, carb kit just rebuilt, and fresh plugs and tune-up. Purrs like a kitten.
Includes Jerry can, and vintage tow rope around bumper. Perfect camping restoration candidate, hunting, trail riding and fishing vehicle. This vehicle turns heads every time! Pre-smog. Currently title, registration, pink slip in hand.
Contact Chris at 510-258-2254 for more information and additional pictures.”
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/3654435216.html
UPDATE: Was $2500. **SOLD**
It’s not perfect, and doesn’t start, but for the price this is worth a look. The rear bumper is a little odd.
“Selling my 46 willys jeep cj2a, never get to drive it any more so it needs to go. Was running just fine but now wont start, probabaly an electrical issue or coil. Jeep is a very early 1946 vin# 19xxx. Has a really good body, has an F head motor out of a cj3b with an new after market carburator.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3750.
(11/02/2012) Needs a body.
“This is as good as it gets, lazy man special..Early 46 cj2a Column shift with clear Ohio title.. Has a total rebuild or gone through…..New NDTs tires and new repro fenders…. Very nice , just ad your New body… Many many hours on this restro, just needs some small finishing touches …Every bolt and gasket has been restored or replaced..”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
This VEC has a V-8 installed in it.
“Up for sale is a great restoration project. 1946 willys cj2a. It has a clean tittle and current reg in my name. It has it’s fair share of bumps and bruises but it is a driver and could be a daily driver if you want it to be. All stock running gear except for the engine. It has a 283 small block chevy with a adapter to the 3 speed and rare factory overdrive. You can drive it 55 no problem. It is a project but it is a driver as well. Also has a old all aluminum arctic top for the winter. All lights blinkers and gauges work as well. All new brakes too.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was listed at $2900. This appears to have a VEC body.
“Cool Classic 1947 Jeep Willys 4×4, 4 cyl flathead motor, 3 speed manual tranny, its all there and it runs and drives. Good for woods or farm! Needs finishing but its all there!!!!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
Plenty of work left on this.
“This a project that I have no time to finish, It is a early civilian cj2a with all the correct rare parts to make it orginal. I have nos keyed coil, tailight, and horn all correct to this jeep and vin number. It is a totally rebuilt drivable chassie. The motor, tranny and transfer are all rebuilt. I have a very solid body with the floors cut out to go with it, I also have the floor pans to be welded in.”
Buz spotted this image on Flickr from the North Carolina State archives. You can just make out the tools indents and the front bow holder.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/north-carolina-state-archives/3115325113/
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was on eBay
“What i have here is 2 jeeps. the blue one is 95% complete and what is there is all original equipment. i had the engine turning over and sputtering along. right front spring is rusted away. it has a clear pennsylvania title with it. the tan one has the engine missing, but the rest of it is there. transfer case is assembled, transmission is in pieces. the title has been applied for but there is no guarantee on it arriving before sale date. between the 2 of them there is more than enough parts to restore 1 really nice jeep, and have a lot of parts left to sell, i have just run out of time. they are rough, but restoreable, and would make a great project for somebody that has the time or needs the parts. contact me with any questions”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
The body looks solid on this potential VEC.
“Runs drives and looks great. 4 cylinder. Good tires, soft top in good shape, clean, no dents. New front hubs and bearings, new front brake drums, new rear brake lines, new front and rear wheel cylinders, new master brake cylinder, Carb kit just done. Came stock with 9″ brakes they have been changed to 11″ New temp and volt meter”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
No perfectly stock, but looks in good condition. The serial number is 18936, but appears to be missing indents. I can’t tell if it has a column shift or not either.
“This item for auction is a rare Willys CJ2A Jeep. This is a “VEC” (“Very Early Civilian”) model as it was produced almost immediately after World War II. The VECs share many parts with the legendary 1941 to 1945 Jeeps and is just as indestructible.
I bought this in August as something to tool around in and take out to the desert. Due to health concerns, I’m no longer able to drive it.
The Jeep starts, runs, steers, stops rides etc very well. The motor fires right up and once warmed up, it has an idle as quiet as a sewing machine. The transmission shifts smoothly through all gears, the clutch works great and I just redid the front and rear brakes. The front floor pans were patched in the last few years and are very solid. If you look underneath, you can see where it was repaired. There’s no major body rust and the frame is straight. I replaced the front bumper too.
The Jeep is currently registered though March and has a clear title. It is exempt from onerous emission control regulations.”
Buz found this photograph in a Detroit forum archive while searching for something else You have to scroll half way down to see the picture. The CJ-2A in the rear is a VEC. I can’t quite tell about the one in front.
http://atdetroit.net/forum/messages/6790/74900.html?1168097409
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $650.
There might be value here.
“46 willys cj2a early production with the tool indent on the body. it is missing the motor and the seats. The tub needs work but for the year not too bad. It is a project but the tub is pretty rare if you are in to original and not repo. I also have another tub that needs work for 200 as well as fenders and hoods but again they need work. Give me a call or text and I will try and answer any questions”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3900
(11/30/2012) This looks like it was a VEC body. The price looks good.
“Runs and drives well, would trade for guns”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was listed at $3490.
Serial number 14984.
The seller lists this as a 1947, but this is a ’46.
“Selling my black plate 1947 Willys Jeep CJ2a, it’s an early model with the rare column shift. Original color beige.
I have brand new parts for about 1000$, still in the box that comes with it.
The car is unmolested, very original, very little rust.
Comes with two sets of wheels, the original size and a slightly bigger size.
Try to take some pictures today.”
This is an early one. It may be a good restoration candidate.
“1945 Willys CJ2A #10277 Column Shift, tool dents a rare find. Needs restoration. ran when it was stored last year.”
http://nh.craigslist.org/cto/3437660593.html
This looks like a good price.
“Very nice Cj2a 1946 VEC. Can be a daily Driver. Older engine rebuild, recent paint and cosmetic overhaul. Close to original with 12 volt modification , Cj3a windshield. Body and frame tags match, engine number is in consistent with serial number and considered original. Can send more pics if interested.”
http://buffalo.craigslist.org/cto/3428148678.html
UPDATE: This was priced at $2250. **SOLD**
This looks like a good price. It’s listed as a 1948, but the body and serial number suggests a ’46.
“1948 Willy’s CJ2A
New military tires
new seats
new fuel tank
new battery
new front bumper
fresh brakes
original flathead 4 cylinder
The hard work is done, now just body work and fine tuning.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
(09/27/2012) This has a column shift and some square washers, but it missing other VEC elements.
“I have a 1945 CJ-2A for sale with a clear Ohio title# The vehicle is located in NE Ohio 44691# It has been redone# This vehicle is #373 of 1824 made in the closing days of WW2 for civilian use# It shares many parts/traits with the military jeeps of the era# It is a very rare vehicle# All numbers match on the frame horn, dash plate and under hood# I believe the tailgate ACM is #376# The date stamps on the axles, etc#indicate the jeep was probably made on or just prior to the day we dropped the bomb on Hiroshima# The L134 engine has been rebuilt #red# and is not original to the vehicle# It carries at least 40 lbs# of oil pressure at idle and 60 lbs# when driving# There are no issues with the engine# I recently replaced the fuel pump#The jeep tracks straight down the road with no wobble# It is a 3 speed on the column as it should be# It will sometimes jump out of second gear only on deceleration# I have not found it a problem to warrant a rebuild# Low/high 4wd work as they should# It is a 6 volt system# All wiring has been replaced, all gauges, etc# work with the exception of the horn #the relay works so it is in the horn proper## There is a rear seat which has been redone as have the others# There is no rust and it leaks very little oil# The gas tank, fuel lines are new as is the radiator and hoses# There are many new parts and a receipt book comes with the vehicle# All window glass has been replaced as have the seals# The brakes are exceptional# There are no tool indents, that panel was replaced as were several other body panels when it was redone however the floor, tailgate, windshield, fenders, hood, grille and dash are origional# Standard rear hitch seems quite heavy duty#”
The column shift is gone, but the hubs and tool indents are there.
“For Sale is a great piece of Americana history. 1945 willys jeep w/ clear title. Comes with 2 transmitions, original motor wheels. Front tow hitch.Needs to be completely restored. CASH ONLY. Green Country Trader 9-one-8-three-5-one-nine-0-8-four”
http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/3408442565.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $29,000. It appears to have a column shift.
“This 1946 Willys Jeep, Ser. # 13241 has been totally restored to new condition and I have the old parts. It has no miles, I have taken to shows on a trailer. I am 78 and get my kicks from building/restoring, not driving. I will sell or trade for a newer model Wrangler or Rubicon, V/6, auto with low miles of like value.”
