Could have been an old Brush fire jeep.
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/d/1952-willys-m38a1-army-jeep/6647610955.html
“Very solid shape, very little rust.
I have not tried to start it yet. But turns free
I would consider selling it for less if I get to keep the original 24v parts (generator, regulator, starter and distributor)”