The top on this is an interesting one. I thought it was a Porter & Reed (the front portiion appears identical (maybe built from that design?), but it has angled edges along th sides of the top rear rather than rounded ones. Another Kanas-based aircraft-related manufacturer of hardtops was Blue Star, but this doesn’t look like one of theirs.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/310890408212163

“95% bone stock 1947 Willys CJ 2a Jeep. Orig flathead 4 cylinder engine w/3 SPD trans and stock transfer case. Engine has not been started for approx 20 years but turns freely by hand. Body in decent shape w/75 years worth of dings, dents and rust. The hat channels are needing the most work. The top (aluminum)is a unique “military look” that, according to original owner, was built and installed by a Wichita aircraft manufacturer in 1948. The interior seats, including the rear seat, are correct. The transmission and transfer move into their gears freely but the unit seems to leak an excessive amount of fluid into the driveway. The engine also seeps oil from the oil pan drain plug. Frame is in excellent condition showing only a slightly bent front bumper end. This is a very original 1947, the perfect candidate for a resto. Currenly registered and titled. Numerous extra parts included: f & r axles, trans / trans case etc. Rolls freely on old tires.”

UPDATE: Price dropped to $2200.

(08/06/2023) This doesn’t run at the moment.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/737628261465440

“1946 Jeep Willys CJ2A This Jeep has the L134 engine, “F” script head. I purchased the Jeep in January with hopes to restore it. I just don’t have the time. Currently does not run, no title but I can provide a bill of sale.”

Listed as a CJ-3A, this looks more like an M-38.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/280398197859071/

“1951 Willy’s De-Militarized War Jeep -Minimal rust, runs & drives -OE Flathead GoDevil 4cyl, T-90 transmission & Dana transfer case + axles -Factory hardtop and doors Needs some work. Clean Title.”

UPDATE: Still Available.

(09/08/2022) Has hardtop that needs glass.

https://eastoregon.craigslist.org/cto/d/joseph-1951-willy-jeep/7645716940.html

“Run/drives good, strong engine, good tires, newer upholstery, seat belts for 4, removable hard top needs glass (has seals) good paint, original drop down windshield: body has some rust 4×4 good working”

It doesn’t run and has floor rust.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/660443042637575

“Pretty cool ok Willy’s 2A jeep Clean title Body has bad floor rust Has an old small block Chevy Muncie 4 speed Warn overdrive Does not run”

Appears to have a Koenig hardtop.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/605656971556978

“New tires gas tank ,has factory heat Snow Plow winch”

UPDATE: Still Available.

(06/20/2023) Seems worth a look. It includes a Sears Deluxe hardtop.

https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/915471539547932/

“This Willys CJ2A is in pretty solid shape with good floors, tub and frame. I haven’t found any severe rust that I’d worry about. The paint is peeling up, but the panels are quite straight and ready for a new coat. It has a soft top under the hard top, a spare tire carrier and all the glass. This little champ ran and drove when I got it, the previous owner had put an industrial l134 under the hood. It had a head gasket leak and enough water got into the crankcase that is developed a knock. I shut it off immediately, so that motor is definitely rebuildable. I put the original motor back in it, an l134 that was recently rebuilt before seizing from sitting. I got the pistons free but one of the valves is still stuck, I’ll continue trying to break it loose. No title. I’m looking to sell it for the 3k I have in it, since I don’t time for it anymore or the facilities. Ask me anything else you want to know!”

UPDTE: **SOLD** Was $6500. As Bill notes in the comments, there has been some odd activity with this Jeep.

Seller believes this to be a Farm Jeep based on the serial number. The hardtop is a Kelly “23” series top. Thanks to Tom for sharing it.

“Serial Number 453GC1 10049 indicates a 4-cylinder, 1953 production year. The fifth symbol C indicates a Farm Jeep. About 10,617 CJ3As were produced in 1953, but only 85 serialized Farm Jeeps were produced in 1953, this Willys is number 49. Less than 10 of these are listed in the Kaiser Willys or CJ3B.info databases to still be intact or running. While it has been resprayed, the original color was Pacific Blue, and the original paint can be seen under the hood and inside the fenders.

Farm Jeeps had reinforced frames for the additional implements as well as upgraded springs. The frame and suspension are in good shape. The engine and drive train are fully functional, and it starts and drives reliably. Steering is reasonable for the condition, however much of its 27,000 actual miles has been off pavement, while it can be driven on the road, it would need adjustments to feel comfortable above 45 MPH.

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(02/26/2023) This is a project, but looks to be a solid one. It’s got a Koenig hardtop.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1544870496007149

“1948 flat fender willy’s jeep rolling chassis lots of new stuff new wheels tires hubs leaf springs shackles u bolts fender flares tilt column seat covers seats gauges carpet in back steering box shocks 2 different sets of seats and race harnesses list keeps going body bushings u bolts roll cage Project comes with a removable hard top u pick the power plant and trans asst it up how u want it yes there’s a title a but I will throw in sbc and ls block n heads too $7500 rolling badass condition”