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October 1953 Worman Hardtop Brochure

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UPDATE: I finally found an original of this brochure by Laurel Worman, Inc. I was surprised to see it printed as late as October of 1953. It is an 8.5 x 11 inch brochure that folds out to 17 x 11 inches.

Its primary purpose was likely to promote the new Worman hardtop for the CJ-3B. I’m not sure how many of that style of tops sold, but I sure haven’t seen many. Instead, I’ve always wondered if the design was sold or made for Sears, which promoted a similar “Deluxe top”.  Interestingly, this was more than just a top. The brochure highlights that the top was the result of Worman’s 5-year attempt to turn the CJ-3A into a station wagon type vehicle. Given Worman faded quickly after this brochure was made, it seems the company’s goal wasn’t met. 

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1946 CJ-2A East Arlington, VT **SOLD**

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This jeep recently sold, but the ad included several good photos of a Worman hardtop. Based on the door rivets, this might be the “mail carrier” model, which included roll up windows.

https://vermont.craigslist.org/cto/d/east-arlington-sold-willys-cj-2a/7346225735.html

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1947 CJ-2A Buena Vista, CO **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3200.

(08/31/2020) This appears to have a Worman Jee-Cab hardtop.

“Running and driving and very original cj2a. Getting harder to find these! Some rough edges but a great base to build into a classic head-turner or fun 4×4. Starts and runs and goes through the gears fine. Brakes need bled, but it will stop- eventually. Pto winch works. Body mostly very straight. Original seat bases there with some decent newer passenger van seats on them now. Fairly comfortable. Need bolted in. $3500 obo.”

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1947 CJ-2A Buelah, CO **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.

That looks to be a Worman Jee Cab.

“1948 CJ2a Barn Find Fun to drive!
Clear Title
Runs and Drives well, transmission and transfercase very good shift well, front axle joints smooth, generator charges battery, rebuilt master cylinder, brakes fair, rebuilt carb,
new: starter, points, condenser, coil, fuel pump,
gas tank probably replaced
Engine all original, except: 12v conversion, fuel pump, starter,
Body in great shape, very little rust (right side hat channels)
Has hard top
Oil pressure 40psi cold, 20psi hot
Gauges all work
Fuel level sender not working”

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Berg Truck & Parts Company Ads in Popular Mechanics

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The first three ads appeared in Popular Mechanics during 1946, first in February, then March, then June. Note that the February ad does not include the King of Jeeps moniker, but the later two ads have it.

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February 1946 Ad in Popular Mechanics, the earliest one I could find.

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By June 1946 Berg was advertising Amphibious vehicles.

A November 1955 ad highlighted the use of private labeling by Berg. The hardtop looks like a Worman Jee-Cab that’s been rebranded “the Jeep King All Steel Cab”. I’m sure the “Jeep King Snow Plow” is another private labeled product.

 

This was the latest Ad from Berg that I found, though my searches were not extensive.

 
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1946 CJ-2A Wingate, NC $5000

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This has what appears to be a very early version of the Worman Jee-Cab with the dual sliding windows and large rivets(?) around the windows. I’ve included 1948 factory photos from that top at the bottom.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/329533721548035/

“1946 willys cj2A . Runs and drives , clear NC title . New tires , great Jeep to restore .”


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Worman top:
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1947 CJ-2A Mulberry Grove, IL $2600

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Looks like this one has a Worman Jee-Cab.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/WillysSwapMeet/permalink/2572513319688598/

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1947 CJ-2A Tyngsboro, MA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.

(11/04/2019) This jeep looks to have a Worman Jee-Cab.

“This is a 1947 Willys CJ2A jeep for parts. Serial # 138877. Frame appears to be solid, front horns are in great shape; The T-90 transmission is stuck and the L134 engine turns by hand; front floor is toast, hood is good. It has a rare Worman Jee-Cab (will need some repair) It does roll. I’ll throw in the fenders and radiator for an extra $150. Has a nice bumper too, $50..”

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1948 CJ-2A Coolville, OH **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.

(06/05/2019) Looks like this has a rare Worman jee-cab hardtop.

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“1948 Willys Jeep flathead four-cylinder tub a little rough has been setting for about three years now good title1500 or best offer”

Jee-Cab:
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1954 CJ-3B San Diego, CA $2500

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This appears to have one of the late model Worman Jee-Cabs. Not amnion these around. The rear of the top looks custom to me.

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/cto/d/1954-willys-cj3b-jeep/6600910603.html

“1954 Willys CJ3B. Great project. Extremely solid and straight. Has arctic hardtop. Engine and seats are missing but everything thing else is there. Find another 134 “F” head or perfect for a v6 or V8 conversion. Last driven in 1976. Stored under a carport for a majority of the time since then. It will be hard to find a better CJ3B to restore than this one. Has not been abused or molested like a most. If the ad is up it’s for sale. No trades too many projects already.”

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