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Running when parked . . . Seller has this listed as a 1942, but it’s more likely a 1946 CJ-2A.
“We Have a 1942 Willys Jeep That Needs To Go… Not The Original Motor It Is A old flat head studebaker?????? Was Running When Parked….Window Frame, Glass, And Seats All There…A Good Start For A Restoration..$4000.00
480-318-7076 .”
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/3395221779.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
It’s got some dings and dents, but runs (and drives?)
“Running good Chevy small block with electronic ignition, new battery,new tires,turbo 350 transmission,203 transfer case,extra parts, make offer NO TRADES!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
(10/17/2012) The year and VIN don’t match on this. It seems to be a mix of a few different jeeps.
“This is 1946 Willys CJ2A Jeep with a WWII Willys MB motor, Serail # MB393830, casting 638632W2A A 3-80. The jeep is running and has a clear title. I bought this jeep because it has a WWII Willys MB motor in it. I have WWII Jeeps and intended to use it as a spare (it runs perfect, no smoke and good oil pressure). My plan was to pull the WWII motor, rebuild one of the motors I had from CJ2A’s, install it and then sell the jeep. Time marches on and I eventually found another motor that I could use as a spare. The CJ2A comes with 2 motors,, Serial # CJ2A33837 (which is a 1946; the previous owner of this motor was doing a valve job and that’s how I got it))and Serial # U48485; both turn freely and are early production (still have the oval pad); extra radiator; spare tire and mount; column shift transmission (see photo of inside, it looks really good and turns smoothly) and transfer case (this was entire drivetrain was married to the CJ2A 33837 motor); early soft top and some bows (never tried it on); extra parts; very original (i.e. right windshield, seats); no bondo, but has had sheet metal replaced (I think the side steps look cool); it has a WO 636 12 patent carb and Oakes air cleaner. I redid the brakes last year and it has a new exhaust. The seats will need to be reupholstered, but I believe that they are original, backs and seats have springs. It has your typical drips but runs and shifts fine… it’s 66 years old. It has 2 of the three original data plates on the dash (like that when I bought it). It has a T-90 transmission, but I’m guessing it origianlly had a column shifter. Currently, it is setup for 12v. It is titled as a 1947 CJ2A, that was how I got it. . . ”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: Still Available
(09/02/2012) It’s a roller. Plenty of rust, but some value.
“Old flat fender. Not willys its a ford. rolls and steers, no engine,has trans. pretty complete, have title. has rust and bondo. 1000 bucks obo may trade. call 360 580 5764 thanks, josh”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/3373984695.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
(11/03/2012) This is worth a look. It’s clearly a CJ-3A and not a 3B.
“1953 WILLYS CJ3B $3000.00 OBO. 4 CLY/ FLAT HEAD ENGINE / 3 SPEED TRANSMISSION HIGH/ LOW TRANSFER CASE / 6 VOLT CHARGING SYSTEM..
CAR DOLLEY FOR FULL SIZE / VEHICLES $1100.00 BUILT ON RAMPS”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
(11/04/2012) This runs, but needs work.
“I have for sale a project 1954 Willys CJ3b “high hood” jeep. It has the hurricane 4cyl engine in it that runs but smokes a little. The title came from another jeep cause this one doesnt have and id tags, so the title i have for it says it is a 1948 ford jeep. You could still license it like this.
I needs work. it will need brakes done, electrical done ext. But this is a fun project!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2600.
This looks ready for the trails. Looks like a nice cage.
“54 willys jeep, runs have title, comes with bikini top and full top and spare tire”
I was searching the National Archives and managed to find a few interesting items. This little treasure shows Bristo Screws proclaiming its support for the Ford Jeep.
http://research.archives.gov/description/534790
Craig forwarded the below excerpt and photo from his local coop paper. I went to the website and spotted an additional photo (above). Here’s the location of the caverns.
Here is the text from Craig’s news article:
“Missouri is blessed with a number of remarkable show caves open to the public. One of the most unique is Fantastic Caverns, located just north of Springfield. The cave, which is served by Ozark Electric Cooperative, was first discovered in 1862 when a farmer’s dog crawled through what was then a narrow opening.
It wasn’t fully explored until 5 years later when a group of intrepid women responded to a newspaper challenge. What makes Fantastic Caverns so unique are the Jeep trams that carry visitors through the cave on a guided tour. This makes the 1 mile, 50-minute tour accessible to just about anyone, including seniors, children and those in wheelchairs.
Inside the cave are natural wonders created by the constant drip of acidic water through soluble limestone. Tour guides point out stalagtites and stalagmites, towering columns with colorful mineral stains, large deposits of flowstones and delicate draperies.
They also tell how the auditorium room was once used for weekly country music concerts in the 1950’s and mid-1960’s. A trip through Fantastic Caverns combines equal parts of awe and wonder with a lesson in history and science. In fact, the cavern is known as “Missouri’s oldest classroom.”
The tour costs $22.50 for adults and $14.50 for children. A discount for groups of 20 or more is available. The cave is open from 8 a.m. to dusk year-round except for Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas.
For more information, call 417-833-2010 or visit www.fantasticcaverns.com”
Dave saw the Ouray Postcard I posted the other night. So, he forwarded a picture of a plate he bought there forty years ago. It’s a great sign. Craig, don’t you have one of these, too?
