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1950 CJ-3A Tulsa, OK **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000.

It seems a good deal of work has been done.  However, the windshield is cracked and it looks like it could use a little body work.

“1950 Willys CJ3A Jeep. Rebuilt Engine, Rebuilt Transmission, Rebuilt Transfer Case, Rebuilt Carb, New Clutch, New clutch Linkage, Replaced Rear End. New Complete Brake System. Rebuilt Starter, Rebuilt alt, Original Air Cleaner and Oil Bath . Steering Colum Rebuilt, Converted to 12 Volt System, Fuse Box, All New Color Coded Wiring, New Electronic Ignition, Turn Signals, Brake Lights. Radiator Cleaned, Fuel Tank cleaned, New Fuel Sending unit. Frame off with all new Body Bushings and Hardware. Interior floor sprayed With Back Rhino lining. New Hood. Needs Paint and Seats Recovered. Windshield is cracked. Has a hard top manf by a after market dealer in Houston Texas in the 50s.”

 
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1947 CJ-2A Moxee, WA $2000

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That’s an unusual top configuration.

“i have a 1947 willys jeep, with military gum dipped tires, and 1 spare. all original. 3 speed. 4 wheel drive. with 1 shifter for the front drive line and 1 for 4hi and 4lo. L 134 go devil engine. original 59879 miles.hard top included. I have alot of personal problems, which is why i am selling this cheap. yes its mine. the old title actually listed it as a 48 but the VIN i looked up said 47, took it to the dmv and they fixed it for me. priced to sell. runs, drives, stops. ready to go.

5o9 834 9277 call only(anytime) please”

http://yakima.craigslist.org/cto/3364385068.html

 
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1946 CJ-2A Farmersville, TX **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200. May have a Porter & Reed hardtop

(10/09/2012) This looks to have rust along the driver’s side.  It has no title.

“1946 Willys CJ2a jeep that has been used on a deer lease. The jeep runs and drives good. The gauges all work, horn works, lights all work, the four wheel drive works good, the transfer case seal on the front drips gear oil, the transfer case makes some noise but still works good, the engine runs good, the cab on the jeep can come off, but works pretty good in the winter. The jeep does have some rust, this jeep would be good for hunting out of or using on a ranch. The jeep has not been on the road and the title is lost, but will provide a bill of sale to the winner.”

 
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Contourtop from an April 1967 Four Wheeler Ad

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**** If you have any Four Wheeler Magazines from the 1960s or 1970s and you don’t want them, I’d love to get them.  I’d like to record more of these unusual aftermarket items. Just email me at d@ewillys.com ****

I ran across this unusual Controurtop Hardtop in an ad from the April 1967 issue of Four Wheeler Magazine.  I’ve never seen one of these for sale on Craigslist.

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Topless Top in Four Wheeler Magazine on eBay

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This “Topless Top” article appeared in the March 1966 issue of Four Wheeler Magazine.  Given the top was made of plexiglass, I suspect it is unlikely there are many remaining (if any).  I have bid on the issue, so I hope to have better images and more information if/when I win it.

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1948 CJ-2A Helena, MT **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500. Could be a Porter & Reed hardtop.

It doesn’t run.

“I’m selling a 1948 Willys Jeep CJ2a with a fully enclosed cab. I have been told the hood has been modified for a newer motor. Great restoration potential. I know it needs brakes & battery. One flat glass pane in rear cab is broken but all other glass intact. 6-volt electrical. front mount PTO winch. It was started about 15 years ago but has sat since. Clear title. Asking $1,500.00 but will consider serious offers. Will need to be moved on a trailer”

 
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1949 CJ-2A Edgewood, CA **Status Unknown**

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UPDATE: Was $3000. **Status Unknown**

This looks solid.  It is at four different colors:  blue, black, red, and green.

“For Sale 1949 willys jeep… 1959 volvo motor runs great. Body good condition. Street legal.”

 
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1957 CJ-3B Jamestown, NY **SOLD** +cj5 parts donor

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UPDATE  **SOLD** Was $800

“Here is what i got….1957 willys cj-3b in restorable condition…barn find. there is two of them.

the one pictured is all there….needs to be restored, but is do able. i dont have a place to store it now so it has to go.

i have a 1960 cj-5 that is the partsdonor for this jeep, it has complete driveline and a front clip only but is a rolling chassis.

i do however have the Jeep Hy-Lo pump system, and the frame mount system for the plow….

i have to go back and get the cj-5 from the barn soon….the 57 is at my home. have lots of parts and need to go asap…….will listen to reasonable offers and trades.’

 
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Unusual Jeep Shown in Ad on eBay

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This ad is supposed to be from 1947, probably published in Quebec (as the seller is from Quebec).

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1942 MB/Truck Belfair, WA $3550

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UPDATE:  Still Available

(09/02/2012) They broke the mold after creating this one.  It includes a capstan winch.

“Willy’s jeep 1942. Has original 4 cyl. engine that purrs and doesn’t smoke. I’ve yet to see anther like this one, it is two seat with a pickup box behind. On the front bumper is an engine driven capstan winch, go online to “willy’s capstan winch kit” and you will see that this item alone sells for $3250.00 plus shipping. Also comes with an aluminum bolt on roof with two aluminum doors and an A-frame rig that bolts to the front bumper for pulling stumps and whatever. If you want to have a jeep that nobody else has, respond to this ad. I’ve had many people look at this jeep and they all agree that it appears to be made this way by the factory. You won’t find another like this one. No scams accepted, cash only.”

http://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/cto/3290865946.html

 
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Flattie in Hrifunes, Iceland with Laura and Pete

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A random Google search produced an image of this flattie, probably a CJ-2A, with some unusual modifications photographed by Laura and Pete (two people I don’t know) during their trip to Iceland.  Check out the jeep picture at their Iceland page and you’ll find yourself scrolling through all their beautiful pictures. It looks like Laura and Pete travel quite a bit, so hopefully they’ll spot another odd jeep soon.

http://onelucydrive.blogspot.com/2012/07/iceland.html

 
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Photo of Unusually Tall Hard Top on eBay

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Here’s an odd looking top.  The caption from eBay suggests it is a homemade.  The jeep appears to be a MB/GPW.  The photo is for sale.

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1948 CJ-2A (possible DJ-3A?) Uniontown, PA $800

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It runs with some smoke.

“Needs work. Engine runs but smokes. Running gears work good.”

http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/3260313869.html

 
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1949 CJ-3A Show Low, AZ **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was on eBay

Check out the 100 mile-per-hour speedometer.  Is that aftermarket or from a different vehicle?

“WOW! Can you say classic that can take you anywhere you want to go! With 2 Superlow 4×4 gears and a 6000 pound WARN Winch, hit the trails and make heads turn! 3 Speed manual transmission with WARN Overdrive. This is no common off roading vehicle, this 1949 Willys can go in a car show Saturday, and on the trails Sunday!”

 
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1955 Tops and Other Options Brochure on eBay

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I thought these top brochures were informative.  So, I’ve posted four of them.

This brochure breaks down some of the differences between Koenig Hard Tops.

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1957? Jiffy Cab Brochure

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UPDATE: This was likely a 1957 brochure. It was for sale on eBay in 2012.

 
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2 CJ-5s with Plows South Windsor, CT **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Were $1200.

Both of these run, too.

“Both have 4 cylinders standards both run two plow trucks 1200 for the pair.”

 
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1948 CJ-2A Tamaqua, PA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4595.

(01/30/2012) This looks solid, though the bottom of the body has been replaced with diamond plating.

“Original 4 cylinder flat head with brass radiator. New gas tank, leaf springs, wiring (converted to 12V), new exhaust and battery. Plow, heater, winch, high beams, blinkers. 1974 hard top with removable doors. Rear seat, front seats recovered. Military tires with spare. Diamond plate on bottom of body. Has been licensed and inspected and used on road. Owned for 20 years.”

 
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1949 CJ-3A Earlton, NY **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $550.

“49,Willys jeep,with plow,engine turns over,but i havent had it started,engine was rebuilt years ago with little mileage since then,needs body work and floor pans,frame solid,all original,4cyl engine,too many projects,not enough time.come look,make an offer”

 
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1960 CJ-5 Minnetrista, MN eBay

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Buz spotted this one.  It is a no-reserve auction on a beautiful, stock CJ-5.  You’ll want to look at the pics of this one.  Compare the picture of it to the brochure below in the next post, too.

“Selling for my computer inept friend.  This 1960 Willys Jeep CJ5 is in Beautiful Original Condition, probably the nicest original CJ5 in existence.  Totally Original Paint, Upholstery, Engine, Miles, Everything is ORIGINAL. 21055 miles. Clear Title.  Original Spare Tire is not shown in the pictures but is included in the sale.  The tires are believed to be the originals and are in good shape with normal wear and no weather checking.  The Jeep has been stored in a carefully climate controlled building and has seen just enough use in the last many years to keep everything functional and working well.  The Jeep starts easily, runs perfectly, goes down the road as it should, and it needs nothing.  The Hardtop appears to have never been removed since new.  All fluids are fresh and the battery is new.  Look closely at the pictures, they tell the story about this vehicle better than words, more detailed pictures are available if you request them via email.  The Jeep shows very minimal use and wear with no damage or repairs.  All sheet metal is in oustanding condition and the only corrosion is very minimal, located near the tailights on both sides, the pictures show this clearly. Floor pans, fenders, quarter panels hood, undercarriage, were undercoated early in this CJ’s life and have been remarkably preserved.  There are no hidden problems, repairs, or any funny business … This jeep is the real thing, a near museum quality original, unmolested survivor.”

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1960 CJ-5 Full Cab Brochure on eBay

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I thought this was a nice followup to the jeep for auction above.

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Letter about Woodie Tops by Station Wagons, Inc

• CATEGORIES: Advertising & Brochures, Features, Magazine, Wood bodies • TAGS: , , This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay

Here’s a rare letter that advertises woodie kits from Station Wagons, Inc, for CJ-2A and MB/GPW models.  This 2 page letter shows both a full and a half cab.  Below the two page letter is an example of an ad that appeared in Popular Mechanics.

Popular Mechanics Ad from the January 1948 issue of Popular Mechanics, pg 266.  This ad appeared in the February 1948 issue as well. I haven’t done a full accounting to determine how many other issues had the ad.

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1951 CJ-3A Staunton, VA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500

This is worth a look.  It includes a rear PTO.

“Collectors!!! Antique 1951 CJ3A Willys Jeep. Only 44,158 manfactured. Model # 451 GB1. Serial # 23329. 131,843 miles on odometer. Have not run it for 5 years and needs brakes. See pictures for body condition. Cash Only deal.”

 
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1950 CJ-3A Swoope, VA **SOLD**

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

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $300.

This looks pretty complete for a $300 jeep.  There must be something good on it??  gotta love the hood scoop on this one.

“bought it from an old farmer so it wouldnt go to the scrap yard. Not running and motor is not orginal.”

 
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1952 M-38 Baker City, OR **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.

(05/29/2012) Unclear if it runs.

“THIS IS A 1952 WILLYS JEEP WITH A HARDTOP. IT HAS A 1972 4 CYLINDER MOTOR. OTHER THAN THAT IT IS ALL ORIGINAL THAT I KNOW OF. THE TRAILER IT’S SITTING ON IS ALSO FOR SALE. ”