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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.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
No good pics of the outside of this.
“Asking $3,000.00
1946 CJ2A Willys Jeep – 80% restored
Was a 6 volt, upgraded to 12 volt, 134 F Head.
All new wiring, brakes, wheel cylinders, drums, steering box, clutch, 2nd gear, transmission, gas tank, canvas seats and frames.
I have all receipts and used parts, some new parts not installed.
Needs some carburetor work and tires.
Have enjoyed many mountain trips, still has many more in its future! Or, fun to play with in the snow!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
It’s a package price, but not much of a deal.
“I HAVE 2 JEEP WILLYS FOR SAY THE WHITE ONE IS A 1948 JEEP WILLY MILITARY EDITION WITH TITLE AND THE WRENCH ON IT IS WORTH $1,000 MINIMUM!… AND THE GREEN ONE IS A 1958 JEEP WILLY WITH NO TITLE. I HAVE A OLD JEEP FROM FRONT AND REAR AXLE AND JEEP FRONT END READY TO ASSEMBLE IF YOU CAN. IM SELLING PACKAGE DEAL FOR BOTH OF THEM FOR $3,500 O.B.O. WILLING TO CONSIDER ALL DEALS BUT YOU PICK UP. THIS IS A STEAL FOR THE DEAL!”
Here’s a column shift chassis. I suspect it may have been a ’46 rather than a ’48.
“1948 willis J2A, This was a 3 speed column shift, With power take off to the rear. It has a Hyd. pump and front lift. Its a 3 speed 4 wheel drive with Hi and Low drive. The unit was running when the body was removed and built into a Roadster drag car,? The chassis is complete, it all turns, rolls, levers shift. I do have a new willis service manual to go with it. The guy I bought it from assured me it was running and working when His son and friends decided to build a hot rod out of the body. I have bought from Lenny before and never had a problem. This is a very rare piece. They were built to farm with after the war. Just got too many projects”
http://raleigh.craigslist.org/grd/3030994300.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200.
Looks like looks like it has been lifted a bit.
“1946 willys jeep. No title decent shape good tires I use it for the hunting camp but want a boat now. original flat head 4 cylinder 4×4”
UPDATE: Still Available
(03/08/2012) This has the driver’s side feeder.
“1947 CJ2A Willys Jeep– Unrestored, original condition, W/ Plow, Tow Bar, Roll Bar, Back seat, Step plates, Oil bath air cleaner, Lifting front trailer tow hitch for plow frame.
Fresh engine rebuild, 12 v system, Non Tool Dents body, Good tub. rust in usual areas.
Fire wall and frame #142998, Engine #MP-533699, Body #122920 First color Burgundy. Now green color.
Wagoneer rims, good tires, Front seats reupholstered, Have Title.
Original top, Rims, tires, and engine, lost in barn fire.
Time for new brakes, exhaust, windshild cracked.
Excellent restoration opportunity, No welds, no dents, no bondo.
Perfect for boat yard, or trailer moving.”
http://fingerlakes.craigslist.org/cto/3031966475.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was Make Offer.
This jeep might just set the record for the longest tow bar. There is some value here.
“1948 willys jeep forsale, all there and doesnt run. Do Not have a title and it has never been registered in the State Of Alaska I had DMV run the serial number. I only know the last 48 years history of it. Make me an offer I cant refuse! Would love to see someone fix it back up, I wanted to but don’t have the time or money.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
“Recently retired and I have too many projects. I need to sell this one to help finish my other antique truck. This is an earlier 46 Willys with the 3 speed on the column. It’s all there and with a fresh battery and some gas it should start. I just replaced the stater switch and cleaned the gas tank. It will need to trailered or hauled and I can help with loading.”
This looks like a nice little jeep.
“This CJ2 is in very good condition, with very good 32X11.50 R15LT tires, a new Northern Industrial 9000 Lb. Winch which has never been used, a tow Bar is mounted on the jeep and has electrical connections, the stereo is a Sony AM/FM CD and MP3 player that works well, it has front High Back Bucket seats and a good bench seat in back. The engine is a Buick V6 and works well, the transmission is Automatic and works well. The paint job is custom, light tan desert camoflauge and there is chrome trim. The title is Clear. I sell it AS IS, but I know of no serious problems with this vehicle, the actual mileage on this vehicle is unknown. I have gotten too old to go riding in the desert anymore, but this is the perfect vehicle for those who still can. The buyer will need to come to Arizona to pick the vehicle up. It is located at my home about 60 miles north of Phoenix.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
(08/15/2012) The seller neglects to mention the lack of tool indents on the body.
“You are looking at my 1945 Willys Jeep with 3 speed on the column. Very sought after jeep as it is true to the descripition or history I have looked up on the Net as to column shift. There was only 1824 made the first year as they were made with the last of the war jeeps that came down assembly line. Now about this jeep. it was given a new body and paint, Paint color is harvest tan and if you go to color code for 1945 at kasier willys catalog it is a brown like color. it has had all wiring replaced, It is still original 6 volt but with new wires. Engine was gone through a few years back and purrs like a kitten. All numbers match as being the frame tag, inner hood tag and the dash tags. All shown in the pictures. There is no rust. Only problem area is around windshield frame as it might need fixed in a few years but does not look bad at this time. i also have the original hitch that goes to the jeep as it needs painted and bolted on. Really nice original hitch. I have had several comments on how unique it is and it turns alot of heads when it rides down the road. As many people see the old military jeeps from that year but hardly see a CJ2A civilian jeep today.”
