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1948 CJ-2A Plains, MT $12,000

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(02/20/2022) The body looks in great shape. The custom console under the dash seems a nice fit (though probably not easy to get to given it is behind the shifters).

https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/paradise-1948-jeep-willys/7458106559.html

“Very nice finished Willys with newer Buick overdrive V-6 Detroit locker rear end with floater kit, 11 inch brakes. 4×4 lifted with tight suspension. Tow bar connector under front bumper. Solid straight body and undercarrige. Newer seat also has good floors and tub. This rig really likes to go fishing. Clean title $12,000 Plains Mt.”

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1970 CJ-5 Carthage, MS $4650

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It’s not currently road worthy, but it does have some interesting mods. The mod at the very rear appears to be a gas tank. I suspect the cargo area may be an animal cage of some type.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/676476583646309

“Early model half cab Jeep (milage & yr unknown) 4×4 lock in/ lock out hubs, 4 cyl engine, runs good, new fuse box, fuses. Ignition switch. Horn, lights and windshield wipers work. 3 speed manual transmission, pto winch, a frame tow bar, nice fuel tank on rear, covered bed, metal doors, some repairable rust spots, tires are showing dry rot. Nice deer camp or farm Jeep. Wouldn’t take much to make it road ready. Bill of Sale. $4650.00”

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1959 CJ-5 Walla Walla, WA $5000

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $5000.

I post this because it wins the award for the most creative use of a Uhaul item (as a seat cover), along with the unusual rear cargo mod.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/925982008024172

“Everything is factory on this runs and drives factory PTO with blade .needs new leaf springs in the front,shocks have all been replaced. Price is firm please no messages after 10 pm won’t answer until morning thank you. Oh it is not mine I’m helping a neighbor.”

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1947 CJ-2A Middleton, WI $2500

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I suspect this won’t last long.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1093194144589092

“it starts drives and one brake will stop you at low speeds no title I can show on Mondays”

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1947 CJ-2A Rochelle, VA $7000

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The body is a little rough, but it runs and drives.

https://charlottesville.craigslist.org/pts/d/rochelle-1947-cj2a/7440147589.html

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“1947 willys cj2a, runs drives and stops. Great patina, has some rust. Everything underneath has been sanded and painted. Motor was refreshed with a hone job, new rings, new bearings and all new gaskets and seals. New Master cylinder, brake lines and wheel cylinders. New gas tank and lines. New aluminum radiator. Doesn’t smoke, runs and idles good. 4wd and 4 low works. Runs on 12 volts but Needs a alternator or put back to 6 volt. Some lights work but not all. May be interested in trades.”

 
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1965 CJ-5 Lake Orion, Mi $2500

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Given the Meyer hardtop and other parts, this might be worth a look. No engine.

https://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/cto/d/lake-orion-1965-willys-jeep-project/7448583283.html

“1965 willys jeep. No motor or radiator. Everything else is there. Too many projects going on. No time for this one. Has the original rims with it. Have title. 1500.00”

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1946 CJ-2A Boykins, VA $7200

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Andy spotted this purpose-modded CJ-2A. It appears to have a lift in the back.

https://norfolk.craigslist.org/cto/d/boykins-46-c2a-willis/7431367496.html

“i have owned for 30 years and used for many chores ,only reason for selling ,need something with a/c no text please!”

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CJ-3A Keonig Hardtop Columbia Falls, WA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.

Door has some bruising.

“Top for 1949 Jeep CJ3A.
Includes doors, top, rear. 5 pieces in all. Windshield is not included nor is the vehicle.”

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Year? CJ-2A? Colfax, CA **Status Unknown**

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UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $2900.

This includes a plow, a Sears(Meyers) half cab, Warn hubs, and a bed extender. Hopefully, it isn’t too rusty.

“1942 Willys Jeep, small block chevy engine V8, automatic transmission, hardtop with doors, rare factory rear P.T.O. doesn’t run, needs restoring, automatic transmission, original paint, no rust, project jeep. ”

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1969 CJ-5 Dually Granite Falls, NC $2500

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Mike spotted this former trencher with a Meyer half cab for sale.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/242990244604026

“1969 Cj5 “Go-For-Digger” Dually. Came factory with a plow and a back hoe that i don’t have. The Jeep is now mostly disassembled and will need restored. Ran when took apart, I’m sure it can still run. Has rust in the tub but frame is good. I can send current pictures. Have PTO front and rear. F134ci 4 cylinder and 3 speed.”

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1948 CJ-2A Oakridge, NJ $5000

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This has a funky half-cab, but it runs.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/545217443489774

“Stock jeep with power angle plow. 4 cylinder, 3 speed. Brand new wrangler radial tires. 4 wheel drive. Converted to 12 volt electrical system. Brand new brakes, master cylinder, wheel cylinders and pads. Runs drives and stops. It’s an old jeep so it’s got some rust but nothing detrimental. All body mounts are good. Mileage is unknown but it still runs”

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1949? CJ-2A Spencer, NY $4500

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This modified CJ-2A is listed as a 1949, but has an early grille.

https://ithaca.craigslist.org/cto/d/spencer-1949-willys-cj2a-for-sale/7395460491.html

“For Sale!
1949 Willys CJ2A
12 volts, runs good, has a heater, rebuilt starter, new alternator/coil, extra rims and tires, misc. parts included, has a front plow attachment. Needs a new owner for a little more TLC. Please call between 9 AM and 9 PM.”

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1961 CJ-5 Long Valley, NJ $3500

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The body has been patched. It runs. It has a Kelly half-cab.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/241984957962484

“1961 Jeep with plow – runs but needs some work. No title but you can get a salvage title. Call Walt for details [hidden information] – as is, where is.”

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1950 CJ-3A Oakdale, CA $5000

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This slightly modified CJ-3A includes a Woman-made Willys Overland half cab.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/689511409103774

“On a non op. Starts right up. Just want gone. Possible trades for quads dirt bikes toy hauler etc…”

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CJ-3B Half Cab Jaffrey, NH **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $350.

Glenn shared this (likely) Sears branded Meyers hardtop.

“Used half hard top and doors for jeep cj-3b. Fairly sure it is a sears top, has a little bit of rot but overall decent shape for what it is. Trades for cj parts considered.”

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Year? CJ-5 Back Hoe Akron, Oh $3700

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This has an unusual half cab and body design. Though listed as a 1965, it’s got a post 1972 body and front clip.

https://akroncanton.craigslist.org/hvo/d/akron-backhoe-jeep/7373926326.html

“1964 Gofore Digger Backhoe for sale $3700.00
4 cyl. 134 jeep engine F head runs wells no smoke.
Has been changed over from (6v gen) to 12volts alternator
Electric fuel pump 12v.
All Hydraulic rams are in very good shape not pitted.
Machine was used weekly until covid…….Retired now
Also Have $1500.00 of new spare parts complete rebuilt motor and transmission”

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1960 CJ-5 Sandy, UT $5500

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The writing on the door suggests this was a ranch vehicle out of Meeker, Colorado. The Koenig half top looks in good shape.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/343935637272342

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“Rare barn find. Original 1960 “Farm Hand” CJ5. Original, removable, fully enclosed cab. Runs and drives well. 4 wheel drive works well also. Front rods and steering updated with new old stock (got rid of “death wobble”). New and correct fuel pump, plus and electric fuel pump for cold morning starts. Great patina and original Colorado farm logo on the doors.”

 
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1946 CJ-2A Newburgh, NY $4500

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The body has had some work around the steps. The cab looks in good shape.

https://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/snw/d/newburgh-1946-willys/7340108086.html

“Selling a 1946 willys runs and drives cab can easily be taken off if wanted.”

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1948 CJ-2A New Paltz, NY $3500

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(05/27/2021) This runs, but it appears to have a CJ-5 body melded with a CJ-3A cowl.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1466927140316312

“Good jeep starts right up 35 firm will start it up in front of you”

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1948 CJ-2A Dallas, PA $5000

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Could be a good price.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1617078282015496

“1948 CJ2A with a metal half cab and plow. Original drive train.”

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Kelly Manufacturing’s Safari and 23-Series Tops

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UPDATE: The September 1962 issue of Four Wheeler included a full page ad for its new hardtop and half-top designs. The magazine included both a full-page ad and a short article. Given this info, it looks like the top redesign was introduced during the summer of 1962.

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Originally Published July 7, 2020: Sometime in the early 1960s, Kelly Manufacturing altered the design of its angular full and half hardtops. The new tops eliminated some of the horizontal bevels and the flat back design for a slightly more elegant design; but, the tops did retain the angled top-side that was so recognizable (As I don’t have much knowledge on any interior changes, this post will stick to the major exterior differences) (See Kelly’s connection to Beck and Kemco and an early Kelly brochure) (Also see CJ-3B page Beck and Kelly histories)

Interestingly enough, Kelly branded the Flatfender  tops as 23-series, but not the CJ-5 tops. Here’s a 1962 Kelly brochure that highlights a wide variety of the rear-angled design for both the CJ-5 and the flatfenders, along with the model numbers:

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To make the differences more clear, let’s take a look at the early Kelly design (these early hardtops were also marketed by the Berg’s as JeepKing hardtops). Notice the horizontal bevels along the driver’s side rear and on the rear latch. Also note the flat vertical back of the hardtop.

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Year? CJ-5 Cameron, WV **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $400.

The Meyer half top may be worth the cost of the whole jeep.

“Old jeep cj rolling chassis, not sure on the year”

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1950 CJ-3A Roseville, IL eBay

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The seller has the starting bid price at $3000, which seems a good price. It appears to run and drive. It’s also got a Meyers hardtop with the Meyers industries label, which means the top may pre-date the companies relationship with Sears/Allstate.

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“1950 Willys CJ2 Jeep. Condition is used. This jeep is a great barn find, clean title, ask questions”

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1946 CJ-2A Lee Center, NY $10,000

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Has a few mods, but looks solid. Nice early half cab with custom windshields.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3862484917153238

“1946 Willys Jeep with plow, under 21000.0 miles. Has been in storage for the last four years ( barn Queen ). Don’t use, only reason for sale. Also a show winner, best in class. Asking $10,000 OBO”

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1964 CJ-6 Camp Verde, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500.

The seller indicates this is a former fire brush or pumper jeep.

“1964 CJ6 Starts, Drives, stops. Practically rust free. Govt nomenclature tag, and former fire pumper. Includes, winch, and new Walcks front bumper and rivets. All sheet metal and bolts included. New exhaust manifold and exhaust system replaced.
Will need attention to: Hood, fenders and possibly a trans/transfer rebuild, gas tank needs cleaning.
Basically brought this home and secondary to exhaust repair it sat.
Super clean body for a Cj6 minus the fenders and hood. Clean AZ title”

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