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1946 VEC? CJ-2A Taylorville, IL $7500

March 8, 2022 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: Hardtop, VEC. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This is a project with some of the work completed. This pic below is pre-disassembly.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/670972780999751

“46 willys jeep.frame off rebuild.frame blasted and painted.motor rebuilt.40 over .trans t case gone threw. New brakes wc MC lines. New u joints clutch. Every blot touched replaced with stainless steel bolts.everything new or rebuilt.new seats and frames new gauges new windshield frame and glass.everything gose plus have old stuff still good can have too. Body needs side panel welded in have panels paint body put on and done have 11000.00 in my lose your gain moving and don’t have time to finish”

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1951 CJ-3A Las Vegas, NM $8000

March 6, 2022 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

It’s rare to see a Blue Star hardtop on a jeep for sale anymore.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/899721907293721/

“1951 Jeep Willys · Other_body_style · Driven 42,000 mile”

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CJ-5 Hardtop Oregon City, OR $500

March 1, 2022 • CATEGORIES: CJ5 • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Seller will sell just the hardtop or the entire jeep (for $4500).

https://portland.craigslist.org/clc/pts/d/beavercreek-1965-jeep-cj5-hard-top/7449667121.html

“I bought this jeep it came with this hardtop. Fiberglass top with steel sides and doors.
A few dents and little rust cracked glass but looks to be serviceable
Stored near Olympia WA.”

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CJ-2A/3A Koenig Hardtop Port Orchard, WA $500

March 1, 2022 • CATEGORIES: Parts • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Appears in good shape.

https://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/pts/d/bremerton-hardtop-for-flat-fender-jeep/7442476501.html

“Artic Hard top is currently on a cj2a its in good condition could use a paint job. These are getting hard to find that are not rusted out this one is made of aluminum. Insulated and very warm for those winter outings. Note jeep not for sale just top.”

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1954 CJ-3B Wallingford, PA $1500

February 25, 2022 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This won’t last long. It’s got a Kelly hardtop.

https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/pts/d/wallingford-cj3b-willys-jeep-1954/7444235866.html

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1946 CJ-2A Newport Beach, CA $12,900

February 20, 2022 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: This was previously listed in Newport Beach in late 2021 for $20k. It’s now listed at Lake Arrowhead for less. (pics from previous post, as the jeep looks the same).

(11/11/2021) The small-windowed Koenig hardtop looks to be from the late 1940s.

https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/d/lake-arrowhead-1946-jeep-willys-cj2-4×4/7446344891.html

“Rare 1946 CJ-2A Willys Jeep Includes trailer 4 cyl Ford engine w/360 miles 3 speed 4WD Grandfather bought it new in 1946! Restored and stored indoors Straight clean body Fun to drive!!”

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1947 CJ-2A Rexburg, ID $3500

February 3, 2022 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Price dropped to $3500.

(10/31/2021) This is a non runner. It might have a Porter & Reed hardtop.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/4797771233595830

“1947 Willys CJ2A Jeep. Has the Go Devil 4 cylinder engine. Engine turns over. Doesn’t run but with a little work I’m sure it would. Manual 3 speed transmission. The steering box is really stiff, Its a simple box and will probably need torn apart and rebuilt. It has the really hard to find full cab. I have the passenger side window in the back that is intact. Just needs put back in. Also has a snow plow that is powered by the PTO on the Jeep. Clean Idaho title in hand. This Jeep is a project but they are hard to find this complete and in this condition. Its a great base for a restoration. That was my plan but I have too many projects and no time as it is. $4500 OBO. Let me know if you have any other questions!”

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1947 CJ-2A Billings, MT $7950

February 3, 2022 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: cowl-bump, Dash, Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Price dropped to $7950.

(10/31/2021) This unusual build has dropped in price to $8999.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3060632130923013

“1947 Willie’s CJ2A with a 225c.i. Buick V6 (less than 5,000 on engine), PTO winch, wired for towing, hi-lift jack, 2 sets of chains, new tires, CB radio, 8′ snow plow, fireX, insulated half cab and heater. Will consider trades for a Volkswagen Van. Cash only local pick up. Delivery fee negotiable”

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1953 CJ-3A Nampa, ID $15,600

February 3, 2022 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A • TAGS: Dash, Hardtop, muller-top, Nice, Windshield. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Still Available.

(04/19/2018) This one was purchased out of Clovis. You can see the ad from 2013 here.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/579368560101029

“1953 Willys Jeep. Professional restoration done in Clovis California. In great shape. $3000 custom top. Has power steering straight body and ghost flames. Chevy v6 engine firm on price that is the low. Please no story tellers tire kickers or lookers..”

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1946 CJ-2A Burlington, NC $4000

February 1, 2022 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: Hardtop, Stock. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This pretty stock CJ-2A includes a Sears/Meyers hardtop.

https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/2028930250600492

“For sale is 1946 Willys CJ-2A serial number 94602. The jeep retains all of its factory frame and body tags as well as the original engine and drivetrain. The jeep has a valid NC title, the engine turns over freely and the trans and tcase shift through the gears properly. The body is in good shape overall for its age, saved by the top and being stored indoors. The areas that need attention are shown in the photos. This 2A is a wonderful example of a survivor and will make someone a great driver and/or restoration project.

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CJ-6 Body and Chopped Meyer Top Great Falls, MT $800

February 1, 2022 • CATEGORIES: CJ-6 • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Apparently, the top wasn’t chopped like I previously thought? After looking at this top for comparison http://www.ewillys.com/2020/09/02/meyer-cj-6-hardtop-livingston-mt-1500/, it still looks a little chopped?

If the body is in good shape, this may be worth the price. This is only for the body and hardtop.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1249193172238132

“1958 Willy’s Jeep Body and glass only.!!!!!! Started 4″ chop new smoked glass and gaskets $800. No trade’s. Has no Title. No drivers door. Meyer steel top.”

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1974 CJ-6 Coudersport, PA $20,000

January 27, 2022 • CATEGORIES: CJ-6 • TAGS: 6x6, Hardtop, Odd Body. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Marty shared this customized CJ-6. He confirmed this was built in Pennsylvania. Both rear axles are drive axles, though one new carrier bearing is needed. The large side windows suggest the Meyer hardtop was modified, too.

https://twintiers.craigslist.org/cto/d/coudersport-1974-jeep-cj-6×6/7433296490.html

“his is a 74 CJ5 extended to include a third axle. Runs rough at the moment but drives amazingly well. It is powered by a 79 small block 350 which makes this Jeep scream down the road. Very well built all original look steel interior and exterior no fiberglass. Has a stretched and modified steel hard top wrapped in vinyl and a steel half cap included but not in great shape. Also includes the tan bikini top for warmer driving. In the opinion of mine and others (mechanics) this is a very well built rig and can be left as is with minor work and still a one of one head turner in the world!! Needs a carrier bearing on the mid axle rebuilt to drive the rear axle and with that is a live three axle Jeep. Will consider trading for; Scouts, Range Rover, Land Rover, Land cruisers 43,45,or 47 Ford Bronco, Jeep CJ6, CJ8-Scrambler, pretty much anything old cool and definitely 4×4!”

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1961 CJ-5 Hazel Green, AL $9500

January 27, 2022 • CATEGORIES: CJ5 • TAGS: Hardtop, Stock. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Not sure about the price given it needs a tank installed, but there’s a lot of stock CJ-5 here for early CJ-5 lovers.

https://huntsville.craigslist.org/cto/d/hazel-green-1961-willys-jeep/7436796917.html

“1961 Willys jeep, 4 cylinder,3 speed. Fuel tank cleaned and lined, needs installed, big winch. Been sitting for a while but will start and run. Posting for my father-in-law. He ca answer any questions.”

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1946 CJ-2A North Smithfield, RI Status Unknown

January 27, 2022 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $14,500.

(12/12/2020) The cargo bed floor has been replaced with a flat sheet of metal. The front floors look repaired. This has a capstan winch on the front.

“I FOUND THIS JEEP IN CONNECTICUT AND BOUGHT IT FROM THE 3RD OWNER. IT HAS A 12 VOLT SYSTEM WITH A STARTER BUTTON ON THE DASH. ALSO HAS A DIRECTION SYSTEM WITH 4 WAY FLASHERS. ALL LIGHTS WORK. IT HAS HAD A STEEL PLATE WELDED TO THE BACK FLOOR AND THE SIDES ARE A BIT BEAT UP. THE WINDSHEID HAS BEEN REPAIRED AND IS NOW ONE PIECE. ITS PAINTED IN IT’S ORIGINAL COLOR PASTURE GREEN. IT ALSO HAS A VERY RARE CAPSTAN WINCH MOUNTED UP FRONT. COMES WITH A HALF CAB AND A REAR SEAT. I HAVE A LETTER FROM THE 3RD STATING THE MILAGE IS ORIGINAL 12 – 14,000 IN 1999 WHEN I BOUGHT IT. COME TAKE A LOOK”

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Mystery Hardtop and Doors

January 10, 2022 • CATEGORIES: Features, Parts • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

TJ shared this ad for the doors (hardtop not for sale) out of Everett, WA. The doors are priced at $50 on Facebook. I don’t recognize the doors or top. Does anyone else recognize it?

“These doors fit a hardtop like the one pictured. They contour to the jeep body nicely and are complete with glass. Unfortunately the top is not available.”

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1948 CJ-2A Powdersville, SC $1000

January 7, 2022 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This has a rare Boston hardtop.

https://greenville.craigslist.org/pts/d/greenville-1948-willys-jeep-cj-2a/7426813224.html

“48 Willys CJ-2A with a title in my name.
Rough shape but all there except interior.
All drivetrain is there. The engine is newer not the original flat head. Has an over head valve engine that I’m pretty sure is bad. Does have a rare hardtop with one door that’s in bad shape but probably fixable.
I’ve owned the jeep for years and realized I’m not going to have time to do anything with it.
Looking for $1000 will negotiate in person if you’re interested.
Feel free to call or text me with any questions.”

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Year? M-38A1 Dallas, TX $1100

January 5, 2022 • CATEGORIES: M-38A1 • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

This has an unusual hardtop. I’m unsure how much real value is here.

https://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/pts/d/justin-antiques-thunderbird-willys-jeep/7422841411.html

“1951 Willys. All original. 4 cylinder. Needs work. Ran when it was parked, hasn’t been driven in years. Title in hand. $1100”

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1951 M-38 Olympia, WA $4000

December 16, 2021 • CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Seller will combine with two other jeeps and parts for $7000.

https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/pts/d/olympia-1951-willys-m38-jeep/7419950700.html

“1951 M38 , have most of the parts, 24 volt. I know the original USA numbers also.”

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1950 CJ-3A The Dalles, OR $4000

December 11, 2021 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A • TAGS: Dash, Desert-Dogs, Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: Price dropped to $4000.

(12/05/2020) A ran-when-parked specimen (though looks like it was parked many years ago). It includes a set of rare X-Style Desert Dogs which look little used. Unclear how much value is here, but the price seems to overestimate the value.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/888335851749585

“1953 flat head ford v8, Was told it ran when it was parked. The more I put into it the more I will raise the price. Elec front winch, pto rear winch. If your interested i will get it started before I sell”

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Plastic Turning Company’s Topless Top

December 9, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Features • TAGS: four-the, Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: This also ran in October of 2016. I’ve still not uncovered any more relevant information about these tops. However, I can tell you that the Plastic Turning Company suffered a break-in on March 15th, 1970. the company was located at 511 Lancaster St, Leominster, MA.

In March of 1969, Four Wheeler Magazine featured Plastic Turning Company’s Topless Top. It was built from plexiglass and was offered in a clear and tinted model. The company was based out of Leominster, Massachusetts. Has anyone ever seen one of these out in the wild? I didn’t have much luck searching Google for other images.

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CJ-5 Meyer Half Cab Mesa, AZ SOLD

December 8, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Parts • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.

Looks like it might clean up pretty well.

“Selling the cab off a 1966 CJ5. Let me know if you have any questions or want additional pictures.”

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CJ-2A w/ Beautiful Hardtop From Argentina

November 20, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Features, Wood bodies • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

Diego Collia posted photos of this CJ-2A with a beautiful hardtop from Argentina on Facebook.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/837017479769475/permalink/2093832107421333

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Meyer Hardtop Doors Freedom, ME $150

November 18, 2021 • CATEGORIES: Parts • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

If your Meyer hardtop needs doors, here is a pair.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/894885104755220

“1955 Kaiser/Jeep cj5 doors driver and passenger side good glass not all rotted in great shape”

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1946 CJ-2A Sandy, OR $1000

November 16, 2021 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: Hardtop. This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

It looks like there is a $1000 worth of value here. Note the hard-to-find Hudson steering setup.

https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/d/sandy-1946-jeep-willys/7407874513.html

“Here it is the opportunity of a lifetime. A 1946 jeep Willys that could become your dream come true. I purchased this vehicle and it was stored in the garage since the 1970s. The 70s is also when it was last driven. See the pictures that it is a work in progress and will become a labor of passion. Unfortunately this beauty does not have a title and is to be sold as is. What a fantastic opportunity to bring this rich piece of history back to life.”