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The two large pictures suggest this is nice.
“’49 JEEPSTER CONVERTIBLE YELLOW BODY, BLACK TOP WITH RED INTERIORS. BUICK V6, BUICK AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. CALL: 612 751 7644”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/cto/3023836439.html
UPDATE: Was $7500. **SOLD**
“Here is the backstory on this Willys as I understand it. I am the third owner. The original owner bought the vehicle as a farm Jeep for use in mid-Georgia. The vehicle was never titled for road use. It spent it’s working career as a chore vehicle, never leaving the farm. The second owner bought it some 15 years ago intending to restore it to original, but fell ill and never moved forward on the project. It spent it’s entire time with him in the garage. He titled it in Florida just before he sold it. I bought it in October of 2011 as a project Jeep, something to bring back to life and eventually restore.
Because of it’s origins it has less than 18,000 miles on the odometer. Engine, drive train and frame condition back this up. Compression is in the sweet spot, no rust or frame damage and it shifts and drives great considering it is a 56 year old vehicle. I have spent the past six months and $ 4K in parts getting it back into roadworthy condition. Here’s a partial list:
* All fluids, hoses etc. changed, some fluids twice. New oil pressure switch.
* Electrical: New wires, plugs, points, condenser, flasher, bulbs, wiring issues traced down and fixed, new regulator, new headlight switch. New battery cables. New coil. New generator mounting bushings. New horn button. New battery hold-down. New battery. New speedo cable.
* New heater hoses and radiator, new temp sender, new radiator cap.
* Brakes: New shoes all the way around including e-brake, new wheel cylinders. New brake light switch (twice now). Drums turned.
* Drive Train: New front pinion seal, new u-joints (all four). Front knuckles disassembled, cleaned, new kingpin bearings, new front left axle and all new gaskets. Tie rods pulled, cleaned and new boots. Drag link pulled and rebuilt. Bell crank pulled and rebuilt.
* Fuel: New fuel gauge sending unit. Carb kit and rebuild.
* Engine: New valve gaskets. New oil pressure switch. New oil filter and filter hose. New fan belt.
* Tires: Five new tires, one new rim and one new spare tire mount. Military style NDCC’s, original for that year.
* Body: New windshield, gasket and windshield frame to hood gasket.
* Wiper motor (original) pulled, disassembled, cleaned and painted. Still doesn’t work quite right though. Needs a rebuild kit (hard to find). New wiper blades and arms.
* Cosmetic: New hood blocks and tie-down. Sandblasted windshield frame, POR-50 then semi-gloss black which was original for the windshield. Sandblasted rims, primed and painted a matching white to original. Added lap seat belts.
What’s left mechanically? Speedo has quit working. Needs to be pulled and repaired. There’s a leak at the bottom of the water pump. I haven’t diagnosed it yet, hopefully just a gasket, but even if not it is a simple project to replace the pump. Very slight oil leak at the pan. I pulled the pan and cleaned and haven’t been able to get rid of the leak. Could use new springs and shocks. They look to be original. Springs are pretty flattened out. Shocks actually seem okay. Passengers seat pad is pretty well shot so a repair or new seats are in order. Idle knob is intact but the linkage at the carb is missing. On startup and occassionally after a long idle it blows a little blue smoke. I believe this is due to leak-by on the valve seals, not rings. Compression is too good. No top or doors. Also occasionally the gas pedal linkage gets stuck somewhere and it locks at a high rpm. Happens when I shift hard. The linkage is catching on something somewhere and I haven’t been able to figure it out. I just kick it down with the gas pedal, but it needs to be found and corrected.
It has the PTO shifter which does work, but no PTO shaft.
Things I’ve noticed: First, if you know these vehicles you will immediately see that the front and rear bumpers are not original. Both have been adapted for farm use. They are no doubt stronger than original, but if you intend to restore this to factory then you’ll have to cut them off and find old ones. Not hard, readily available. There’s a little backfire downshifting. Timing, I imagine.
The body, or parts of it is not original. A new floorboard is welded in and the side panels are not quite right. Seem to be new ones over the old ones. I can’t really tell. They are bolted on at the rear wheel wells, a dead giveaway. Taillights are not original. There is no tool box under the passengers seat, and I suspect the mounts for the seats have been modified to fit the new floor pan. The frame and floor inside have been undercoated and both are holding up well. I still need to align the front wheels. Also, I was not able to get the rear hubs off so I just greased them. They seem fine.
No lowballers please. Also, I am not interested in selling to someone who wants to jack it up and turn it into a mud truck or rock crawler. This vehicle is very close to pristine. For someone interested in a frame off, the majority of expense is out of the way. The rest is just labor and paint. With a little more work it will be a fine show car. Now that I have it back on the road I use it to run errands, etc. I look for excused to drive it. It’s amazing how much attention it gets. I don’t need to sell it, but other than the pleasure of driving it I just don’t really have a pressing need to keep it, so it would be nice for it to find a new home with someone who will continue the restoration. E-mail me with questions. I can supply additional photos.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000
This runs and drives, but still needs some work.
“I have a 1947 willys unfinished project, runs and drives. I have a good title. It has CJ-5 running gear, 304 amc V-8. low range kit in the transfer case. 456 gears front and back. rear lock right, limited slip in front, t18 four speed, 33 in mud grappler tires, body is in good condition, interior work needs to be finished, front wench will not be sold with it. Its a project, its drivable but not complete. The reason im selling is because i have to many projects going on.”
I can’t tell if this is a CJ-2A body that has had the drain holes filled and the tailgate covered up or a ww2 body with a filler inlet added.
“Very good condition”
http://burlington.craigslist.org/atq/3021394309.html
UPDATE: Was listed at $7500. **Status Unknown**
This is a nice looking combo.
“For sell as a set only, a restored 1956 Willys CJ-5 Jeep, plus a Bantam trailer (jeep trailer, civilian). They were restored at the same time, painted to match. Same tires and wheels. The Jeep has a metal half cab, (doors easily lift off for summer driving) Ramsey winch, Warn overdrive, heater, new hubs, custom rack on back to hold extra spare tire, gas can, hi-lift jack, and shovel. The rack can be easily removed. The jeep has the original spare tire mount on the right side of the body. For sell as a set only, I will not split the trailer from the jeep. The jeep has just a few miles since the restoration, the trailer has not been pulled at all. Very nice set. Only selling to pay medical bills (new baby in the house) They are sitting on a lot in Vale, Oregon, as I live way out of town on a ranch. $7,500.00
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4900
This appear solid, though there are some rough patches on the side.
“CJ2A
Military generator motor with less than 1000 total hours.
12 volt with GM alternator
All new,rebuilt, or gone through.
Extra parts.”
Here’s a nice CJ-3B.
“1. The Jeep is a 1953 CJ3B Willys.
2. I purchased the Jeep on June 1, 1971 and have had it in restoration and garaged ever since.
3. The engine is a Buick V6. Probably from the 1960’s or early 1970’s
4. The steering is a Hudson.
5. Cutlass hubs.
6. Dual headers and side pipes.
7. Taillights from a 1965 Ford Mustang.
8. Chrome custom dash.
9. Total restoration.
10. Half Moon hubs and chrome wheels.
11. Leather High Back front seats.
12. All Steward-Warner gauges operational including tachometer.
13. Candy apple red metal fleck custom paint job.
14. Carpeted interior.
15. Runs well.
16. Multiple gears sets. (three speed transmission, Hi Lo range, overdrive)
17. Serviced as of June, 2010. No significant mileage since:
New battery
Oil filter
Spark plugs
Rebuild carburetor
Alignment
Oil change
Tune up
Detail
Call 720-289-8179 or respond by craigslist email”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/3018565169.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(03/24/2012) This looks solid.
“Runs great. Most of original equipment. Show only on Anderson Island”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/atq/3021090602.html
This looks good.
“49 willys cj3a 4 cylinder “go devil” 3 spd. 12 volt gear reduction starter. could use new tires.stored inside for past 30 years. pretty good shape. turns alot of heads. kids love it! drives and runs well.”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/wsh/cto/3017660380.html
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $1300.
(11/30/2012) This runs and drives and looks good for $1300. The bumper is a bit over the top though.
“1958 Jeep Willys Truck 4 Wheel Drive. Runs and Drives. Eng 226/6 cyl. plow attachment/no plow. Cab corners and floor boards rusty. Engine, transmission, drive train all solid. Plow attachment was on when purchased, no idea what type of plow fits on it.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was 23,999.
This was a garaged truck, but the frame was rebuilt? Looks like a fine truck, but I don’t see an argument for the high price.
“-3800 miles
-Original Flat head engine
-3peed drivetrain with low high 4×4 plus overdrive
-Original mufflem shocks
-Rebuilt frame
-Pleated interoir with installed radio
-Stanless steel bed and toolbox
-New Mickey Thompson Tires
-New paint job to compliment the old truck”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000
(03/13/2012) This looks very nice, solid jeep. Lots of pictures.
“I have for sale a 1946 Jeep Willys CJ2A. Excellent condition and owned for 5 years. It is the original color, Luzon Red, has black vinyl seats, and white “best” top. It has a correctly detailed engine compartment and a custom built heater. Stored indoors, driven daily on nice days. Great summer fun Jeep.
New parts include:
– New Body
– 3 speed Transmission
– Radiator
– Complete Brakes system (from master cylinder to drums)
– rebuilt steering box”
HOG forwarded this nicely rebuilt CJ-7.
“Complete fiberglass body (minus original front grill)
4″ BDS Suspension Lift
33×12.50 BFG clone AT’s
Rebuilt 401 AMC V8
Brand new Best Top soft top and soft doors
Best Top front and rear seats
Bikini top
Custom front bumper
and some other items…
I do not need to sell this, but really only entertaining trades and full price offers. I am only interested in trading for 98+ Wranglers (preferably lifted/modded).”
http://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/2971862282.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5990
(05/24/2010) This appears in good shape. I suspect the body is a repro body.
“I am selling my 1949 CJ3A. It has a Buick 231 V-6, Warren overdrive, rebuilt T-18 transmission, NDT tires, power steering, and 11” brakes. It has a military grade canvas top (as shown; no full top).
Thanks for looking.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/3017627702.html
UPDATE: Still Available. Pics now provided.
(12/29/2011) “1942 FORD GPW JEEP stock 4 cyl. motor rebuilt with T-90 trans upgread new 32 inch BFG mud tires new seats rhion lined floor and new top $3800 OBO (909) 322-1937”
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/3017036046.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6200
This looks like a solid wagon.
“1963 Willys Wagon 4×4. Powered by Chevrolet 283 engine. Very solid body. Five new Dunlop radial all terrain tires. Complete brake system overhaul. Spring bushings and shackles redone. New fuel tank, New fuel pump, New water pump. New dual exhaust. New shock absorbers. Runs great, can be driven anywhere. Also included in sale: Extra transmission, transfer case, drums, rims and lock out hubs. Reproduction manuals and special tools included. $6,200”
UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**
“1949 WILLY’S JEEPSTER OVERLAND RESTORED BLACK/YELLOW NO EXCUSES! IT IS VERY AS NICE UNDERNEATH AS IT IS ON THE TOP. NON SMOKER AND NON SMOKING ENVIRONMENT.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** was on eBay.
(01/29/2012) “Meet OLD RED..the feisty 1948 Willys Jeep…true mileage unknown, but based on the condition and the way it runs, it either has very low mileage or was babied most of its life… As you know these little Jeeps are real workhorses and can run forever.. Big Red is amazing.. the original 4 cylnder motor runs like a top and really zips around town.. mostly original except for the big custom wheels and tires for a better ride on the street and dirt.. but you can buy original tires and wheels online and bring this baby back to totally original style… the suspension, and transfer case etc are all in great condition as you can see from the photos.. the only hiccup I know of, is the tranny will pop out of gear in 2nd gear sometimes when you let off the gas, but I will get that checked and fixed soon… there is more but this is one of the nicest and best condition old Willys jeeps around.. also comes with a tow bar and some other extra spares and goodies Please note: I m now a boutique classic car dealer in Nevada, so any Nevada residents who purchase this vehicle to register in Nevada will need to also pay a 8.1% sales tax and a $99 documentation fee, but I have taken this into consideration in the pricing of this vehicle .”
Don forwarded us some pictures of his M-38 and M-35. It took him one year to build the M-38 from parts. I think it looks terrific!
He joked that he built it to match his M-35 and says he has to keep busy doing something, noting he doesn’t want to become a couch potato. Thanks for sharing Don!
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000
“1948 Willys CJ2A has a Buick .225 V6, power lock front diff, Warren O-drive, 5.38 gears Mod 44 rear, Thorsen gears, Rancho suspension 2” lift, 33” Bridgestone duelers and a new “bestop” soft top with one set of full size doors and one set of half doors + extras. The Willys is very clean and runs great on any trail and around town, registration was just paid, clean title in hand. I also have two trailers for sale. M416 all original military jeep trailer, purchased from Camp Pendleton depot in the 70’s. The marines took the data plates off, sprayed a quick coat of white on them and sold them to the public, original camo is still hidden underneath. Second is a 6,000 lbs GVW dove tail car hauler to put the jeep on for going long distance. I am asking $7000 for the Willys and $10,000 with both trailers. I will NOT sell the M416 by itself, please don’t ask.
The Willys is in immaculate condition, I have owned it for two yrs & need room for a project car, the previous owner had it for 42 yrs. Please only serious inquiries no dreamers or tire kickers. Will send more pics to serious parties.”
The seller lives in Alaska but is trying to sell this in Los Angeles.
“Vintage willys jeep, excellent shape, 80% restored.Under 1000 miles on new engine, original M38 with plow, trailer, hard top, soft top & plow.
Runs excellent, strong workhorse and fun for all the family.
will take silver, gold or cash
Call Dan at 907-347-4135 before 9pm AKST”
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/3012560868.html
This looks in great shape. Just over an hour left in the auction.
“Newly Restored FC150, All new tented glass, New Rebuilt transmission from tranny shop, Complete new brakes system, new shocks, speedometer works w/ new cable, Ignition & Door locks same key, New E-Brake cable needs adjusted, All lights work except Dome light, all New interior, new spare tire and wheel, speedometer reads 685 miles and works, fuel gauge works sometimes, Doors & windows work good — Original Hurricane 4 cylinder engine needs rebuilt, runs good uses oil and smokes a little, I drove it on a 700mile round trip this summer and made it home, Transfer case needs seals, works good, — The frame and engine is 1961 wide track and cab and pickup box is 1960 narrow track, cabs are the same but the PU box fenders are narrower, I like the look.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4100.
If I understand correctly, this only goes backwards? Looks nice otherwise. TH350s are cheap.
“49 willys jeepster s10 driveline. 4.3 v6, thm (turbo) 350 tranny only has reverse, 7.5 in rear, front disc brakes, top has a rip in it not too bad, new interior, body is clean considering its 63 years old. have the title for it.
i have well over $5k into the truck. i’m asking for $4100 the price is negotiable just don’t low ball me. i’m outta jackson right by howell.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000.
Looks very nice.
“Very unique and very driveable 1962 Willys Jeep Wagon for sale. Strikes the balance between updating and traditional styling with just a few hot-rod touches. Cockpit is comfortable and nicely scaled in size with custom steering wheel, pedals and shifters. Smoothed and aluminized firewall, custom battery tray (Optima Red-Top Battery) and other billet & chrome components under hood. Front and rear original low-boy-style seats with 6 lap belts (3-front, 3-rear). (more than $25K invested) Asking $12000.
Modern Drivetrain includes:
— Multi-Port Fuel Injection ($2000 kit)
— GM 350ci Crate Motor (approx 12000 miles – $2000 new in ’07)
— Custom 4×4 Cam ($150 + $1100 professional installation)
— TH-400 Automatic Transmission + transfer case (professional rebuild in 2006 – approx 14000 miles)
— Heavy-duty cross-member & T/C mount with aluminum skid plate
— Dana 44 Axles front and rear (locking hubs front) with rear Posi-trac (professional rebuild & install)
— Disc Brakes on front
— Shackle-Reverse on front Leaf Springs (professional work)
— Custom Drivelines, wipers, heater, battery tray
— Aluminum radiator with Electric Thermostatic Fan
— Ceramic Headers & Stainless Exhaust (2.5″ from collector to tips)
— Magnaflow Muffler
— Poly Gas Tank
— AGR Steering Box & High Pressure pump
— Rock-Crawler level Custom tie-rod
— billet Transmission Cooler
Traditional-style Topside:
— Original seats & frames
— Carpeted interior with Original Wood Slats in great shape
— Custom interior panels
— Ididit Steering column with self-cancelling turn signals
— Billet brake & gas pedals
— Billet steering wheel
— Lokar shifter & Billet L.E.D. Gear Indicator”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,000.
This looks good.
“I have up for sale a 1943 ford gpw military jeep. The restoration was finished in 1997. I have owned this jeep for 29 years. I have many extra hard to find parts including all manuals. I have more pics to email”
