The jeep appears solid.  The dog looks happy with it.

“CJ2A Willys 1948 jeep in great running condition. All original parts except electric fuel pump, and color. New brakes, new bearings, new seals (engine and transmission) and new steering linkage. 77,093 miles. Price: $4,900. (Dog and chains not included) Call Tom at 715-445-3559.”

http://appleton.craigslist.org/cto/3033193277.html

UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was on eBay

“This 4WD Willy’s Jeep runs and drives and has a clear Colorado title. It was purchased by the present owner in Colorado in the late 1970’s. The vehicle is located in Basalt, CO and is advertised locally for sale. The Jeep is original except for electrical 6 to 12 Volt conversion, hydraulic brakes and repainted. The original 4 cylinder engine runs and has been started annually just about every year during the 34 years it has been garaged. The Jeep was driven out of the garage a couple of months ago for taking a series of photos. While in storage, the owner drove the Jeep about once a year, mostly around town. The engine runs good and the Jeep is drivable. It is comfortable at 40 MPH although it will go 45 MPH. These speeds are typical for older Jeeps and should be anticipated by the new owner. The seals will need replacing due to the lack of use and a long period in storage. The vehicle has seen less than 100 miles of off road four (4) wheeling in the last 34 years.  The Jeep has some minor surface rust in small areas that could easily be repaired. The original speedometer was replaced and shows 2114 miles since the early 1980’s. The actual mileage is unknown. Around the same time the speedometer was replaced, the cylinder head was also machined and the head gasket replaced. A new gas tank was installed in 2011 to keep the fuel filter from clogging due to aged and varnished gas in the old tank . . .”

UPDATE: Was on eBay.

(05/23/2012) This looks solid.  I’d take a close look at the paint.

“Here is an 1946 Willys CJ2A.  It is 4×4 and it runs and drives good.  The lights work and it has a new paint job, new seats, new tires, new brakes and new glass.  It does have a later model 4cyl flathead motor out of a jeepster.  The jeep also has factory PTO and also a 3 pt.  I have not messed with the 3 pt. on the back and don’t know alot about it.  The jeep does not have a title.  They certainly don’t make them like this anymore and they’re had to find with the factory PTO and 3pt.  Also, let me know if you would like to see pictures of anything specific and I will try my best to get them for you.”

This looks in nice shape.

“ANTIQUE 1952 JEEP CJ2A. RESTORED, BODY, NEW BEECHWOOD CANVAS, REBUILT MOTOR, NEW TIRES & BRAKES. RUNS EXCELLENT. CONTACT JEFF (508) 653-7207”

http://boston.craigslist.org/bmw/cto/3029597768.html

The jeep looks solid.  I respectfully disagree with the claim that “it will never lose its value”, as we all know by the many “ran when parked” descriptions of jeeps.  I would say they will all lose value unless maintained, which is an investment of time and money.

“1949 willys jeep. Has been restored. Almost ever part you can think of has been replaced, rebuilt or restored .Has oringmal flat head 4 cyl. T-90 3 speed. front, rear diffs have be rebuilt transmission to. Engine is stock and runs and purs like a kitten. Jeep has Military tires that are brand new including spare. 16″ wheels. Brand new best top with an extra set of doors. In side of jeep has been rhino lined. Has new heater with defroster vents. This jeep needs nothing. You can drive it in a parade, take it four wheeling this thing will go just about anywhere, or just cruise it around town. Tow it anywhere with its own tow bar. I have lots of pics of this jeep, but its a must see. It gets attention where ever I go. If you want something that will never loose value and is different than this is the jeep for you. You Can see more photos here”

http://s1147.photobucket.com/albums/o559/muledeers/

http://modesto.craigslist.org/cto/3027515786.html

It sounds like this is in good shape for the price.

“1947 willys jeep cj2. Runs and drives GREAT!!!! All there,great summer fun ride or winter restoration.4300 mile, Original “go devil” engine, 3speed,4wheel drive. Seats recovered, Painted, tires, brakes, brake lines, master cylinder, new regulator,new generator,all done 2years ago.FIRST $3750 gets it. no trades!!!!!!! Call tim @ four one nine-six five seven-two one one one.”

http://limaohio.craigslist.org/cto/3025702909.html

UPDATE: Originally priced at $7500.  This really was is in great, original shape.

This sounds like an interesting jeep.  Sounds like a time machine.  This is supposed to be the original Princeton Black paint job, which the CJ-2A Page confirms is a very rare color.

“1946 willy’s CJ 2A jeep. ” very rare original black color”, never repainted… no rust.. had been setting in a garage for years. flathead 4 cyl motor .”.original 6 volt keyed coil ignition in dash still works”….starts right up, very good mechanically, brakes, clutch etc..cleaned fuel system…drives great… old school top in excellent condition, even the windows. ”all original conditon” very few early black cj 2a jeeps were produced”