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UPDATE: Price dropped to $3500.
(09/15/2012) This looks like a solid jeep for the price. It appears to have a Bobcat hood.
“great toy call 425 466 9886 for details”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/3510037929.html
This looks pretty good for the price.
“This is a 1952 M38 Willys (Korean war) Jeep. It has a 4cyl willys motor that runs just fine. It does need the canvas top and rear seat, and needs the origional steering wheel. The pictures show the vehicle quite well. This vehicle has some good history behind it. I will include the shop and parts manuals, both in hard copy. I will also include some Korean War field equipment (see photo). Bumper markings are (2nd Infantry Division that was in Korea in 1952. Please no tire kickers, or offering to trade. I am not in a hurry to sell and would like to sell it to someone who will complete the restoration with pride. It is a great jeep for parades and special events.”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/3507639510.html
UPDATE: This is back on eBay
(11/10/2012) This looks real nice.
“Up for auction is my 1952 unrestored, all original, M38 Willys Army Jeep. Yes, unrestored, all 100% original rare barn find. I have had this M38 for about 1 1/2 years now. This M38 was hidden under tarps and a carport for years! I can not tell you the history of the last 60 years other than what I have done to it to get her running! There are rebuild/service tags still on the M38 from the late 50s and early 60s! So with that being said, here are the thing I had to do to make sure she was 100% road worthy!
New water pump; (2) New batteries; Radiator checked, pressure tested and new filler neck; gas tank- brand new NOS original I had; brakes- all new shoes, lines, wheel cylinders, hoses, fittings, master cylinder; exhaust- after market new pipes and muffler (it needed a muffler more than anything, but I still have the original exhaust which will be included with the M38); transmission- all new fluid, pressure plate and clutch, gaskets; transfer case- inspected, looks great; both axles- new seals, gaskets, fluid, both in great condition; new knuckle front seals; all new 24v bulbs; one new drivers side headlight; tires- are original (4) Cooper Cross Country military tires (50% tread left still); spare tire- Denman original (New, never seen pavement or dirt); I’m sure I’m leaving something out, but please ask me.
Now, about the motor! After 2 months of working on the above mentioned list, I started the M38 up. It ran good, but not great. Because of the motor sitting so long, it has valve lash. I pulled the motor, went to get a valve job, but instead decided to rebuild the entire motor. So, the motor is entirely rebuilt with brand new everything!! Only 225+/_ miles on the motor since Feb., 2012! It was professionally done and have ALL receipts! Everything on the motor itself has been cleaned, repainted. Carb- rebuilt, new gaskets and cleaned. Distributor- new cap, points”
View all the information on eBay
This has all the markings of a M-38, except for the missing battery box. Maybe it was filled?
“RUNS NEW MOTOR 4 WHEEL DRIVE GOOD GREAT TOY CALL ME IF INTERESTED SERIOUS CALLS ONLY PLEASE !! 643-1237 ,ROBERT THANK YOU.”
http://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/3490144351.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
It could use a bath for starters, but looks solid.
“I have a 1952 M38 flat fender jeep. It’s been rebuilt, repainted, it has new seats in the front, has 31×10.50 tires, motor runs good, tranny is original, motor is a 200 straight 6. Transfer case is original. It has power steering, a manual choke carb, it’s been bed lined inside, seatbelts, has full rollbar.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000
“Fully Restored M38 1951 military Willys jeep. All original with 24 Volt and 60 h.p. flat head 4 cyl engine. Complete with canvas top. This is a Korean War jeep, the last flat fender jeep for the military. Served in Army up to the Vietnam war. Everything works on this jeep and there is no rust or corrosion. Clear Texas title and licensed in Texas as Former Military Vehicle (antique license). Parade or Car show ready”
This is missing a few details, but looks solid.
“M38 Willy’s Jeep. Original condition and motor with 24V system. Has fording kit minus the snorkel and extended exhaust. Runs good, has the civilian Willy’s fuel pump, but I do have a military version that needs to be rebuilt. I have a Beachwood canvas top and original doors and side curtains. No low ball offers, tire kicker or trades. You can reach me at seven 0 three, 34two, two919”
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/cto/3474395986.html
Not perfect, but looks solid.
“(FIRST) Don’t email- this is posted for my grandfather, i don’t know anything about it
(SECOND) Don’t text, his number is a home phone
(THIRD) NO TRADES, he doesn’t need anything
1952 Wiilis Jeep
40k miles (original)
has 4wd
also have a newly made top for it (not pictured) i forgot when i took pictures
this thing looks and runs perfect
any other questions call
may take alittle less, CASH TALKS
Harvey Allen
910-897-6368”
http://raleigh.craigslist.org/pts/3444289993.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This looks like it would polish up very nice.
“1951 Military Jeep – very close to origional; 24 volt system; runs great; new fuel tank; tagged for SC highway use; SC title in hand.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $13,500
“What you are looking at is an original 1952 Willys M38 military Jeep. The Jeep has been redone and is in near perfect condition. It is all original with original 24 volt system. No bondo. All metal. Original bows and all. It could use new tires, but they are fine as is. It currently had coop grip spurs on the original Willys rims. Clear title. It is a hop in and go original piece of U.S. history. I am asking 13,500 OBO.
New canvas top
All fresh oils
New front suspension
New rear seat
New paint
New axe
New shovel
New axe and shovel straps
New stencils
New transfer case seal
All new brakes
New glass
New windshield seal
New seat cushions
Rebuilt distributor
New electrical wiring
New clutch
Fresh bed lined floors for long lasting
New battery’s”
