Seems worth a look. (Hard to believe it’s been 15 years since I lived in Aptos!)

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/scz/cto/d/aptos-1953-willys-flatbed-truck-and/7429642381.html

“Two trucks, one for parts and other almost road ready. Over $2,000 into parts and repairs on main truck. Was used as a farm truck, runs on propane. Needs to swap cabs with parts truck, has windows, extra transfer cases and transmission, heater, wheels, and other various parts. 4×4 w/granny gear, 16″ wheels, new front shocks, hoses, spark plugs and wires, distributor cap, electrical, ignition, new bed post bases. Needs work on carb and propane exchange and completion of lights to be road ready. Temporary DMV registration. Come check these classics out before they’re gone.”

Tom spotted this truck for sale near him.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1057312154835623

“This is an 1949 Willys Overland pickup truck. It has the Willys Go Devil L-134 engine, T-90 3 speed transmission and Timken clamshell differential. It is 2 wheel drive. The truck is rust free except a small bubble on the passenger door corner, which there is a photo of that area and the bed was sandblasted and a few very small pin holes are visible. Very light surface rust on the frame if any.

The cab appears original paint but the seat has been recovered and some newer carpet and possibly door panels. The electrical has been changed to 12v. This is a good running truck and fun to drive but I have to many projects at this time and need to downsize. This is a very solid truck and will be an easy project for someone who is looking for an unmolested Willys truck. The truck is located in Louisville, KY. This is a running and driving truck.”

Mark listed this at jeeptruck.com.

http://www.jeeptruck.com/mjs/sale21/ad349/ad349.html

“Selling my 1947 Willys Jeep truck with the three speed manual transmission (everyone loves this Transmission) Driver side fender is dented and has rust in one spot shown if the picture and 2 small holes on floor board. Has some small dents and dings but overall pretty good condition for a 74-year-old truck. Has the original flathead motor. Has not ran in years shifts freely and bill of sale only. Call or text from more info.”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.

May make a good restoration candidate.

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/cto/d/oxnard-1949-willys-overland-jeep-4×4/7399935089.html

“1949 Willys Overland Jeep 4×4 pickup
This was a one family owned pickup
I bought this from the original owners niece up in oregon
Although it was used on a farm it rarely sat outside
The cab and bed are rust free except surface rust

20 years ago her husband started to restore the truck
Rebuilt the hurricane 6 motor and began body work
He stopped 20 years ago and put it in storage
Truck was originally dark green with cream wheels
Later repainted red
Has the accessory Ware hubs and factory heater and spotlight other than that it’s pretty basic
I haven’t tried starting it but the motor is free
Has title
Truck shifts good no rust out anywhere 99% there”