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UPDATE: a reader reports this is sold. Was for sale for $8k.
I’m gonna guess that this is a rare 1968 CJ-3B titled as a 1969, as I believe ’68 was the last production year.
“1969 willys Jeep. Professionally built 302 engine mileage in picture is actuall miles on the engine. 3 speed manual transmission. High and low range 4-wheel drive w/lock in hubs. Has been rebuilt as a project looking to sell so I can buy another one and rebuild it. You can email me for more pictures.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This is a good looking CJ-3B. The seller provides a nicely detailed description. The drain holes have been filled in.
“Here is a very nice 1953 Willys CJ-3B that is roadworthy. I run errands in it frequently. I have the title in my name so no drama there. The Jeep is still mostly original with the Hurricane engine and T-90 transmission, both of which work great. The engine starts right up hot or cold, no smoke and is very smooth. I’ve had the Jeep for two years, and from what I’ve been told by the previous owner, the Jeep was totally refurbished 12 years ago. I have no reason to doubt that. The paint still has some shine but there are some surface rust spots. There is also rust on the drivers side support for the fender. Also some rust on a cross member under the tub near the rear wheel wells. Since I’m in the disclosing mode, the only gauges that are hooked up are the temperature gauge and the oil pressure gauge. The odometer works but the speedometer has a broken needle. The ampere meter and the gas gauge are not hooked up and will be good things for a “to do” list. The seats are not original and in pretty bad shape under the seat covers, but they look okay. The emergency brake cable needs to be replaced….”
There might be some value here. That’s an unusual hood on the GPW (likely fiberglass).
“I HAVE THREE JEEPS FOR PARTS. ONE IS A 1969 WITH THE DAUNTLESS V-6 AND ALL THE RUNNING GEAR. ONE IS A CJ-3B THAT HAS NO ENGINE BUT WAS SET UP FOR A CHEVY SMALL BLOCK. IT HAS LATER FRONT AND REAR END IN IT WITH 11 INCH BRAKES AND 4.27 GEARS. T-90 TRANSMISSION WITH THE ADAPTER FOR THE CHEVY. THE THIRD ONE IS A MILITARY FORD JEEP. IT HAS NO ENGINE BUT WAS ALSO SET UP FOR A SMALL BLOCK CHEVY WITH AN AUTOMATIC. IT HAS THE FRONT AND REAR END. I ALSO HAVE A T-90 TRANSMISSION AND T-18 TRANSFER CASE AND A FOUR BANGER F-HEAD ENGINE. ALL THIS STUFF MUST GO AS A PACKAGE FOR $1,300.00. CALL MIKE AT 520-235-4797”
http://tucson.craigslist.org/pts/1760007428.html
UPDATE: SOLD ! An ewillys reader purchased this one.
Given the passenger side indents, I’d say this is a pretty new body.
“1953 Willys/Jeep CJ3B Complete frame up restoration .New tub, new soft top,Warn overdrive,12 volt,11″ front brakes. This is a fun vehicle to drive,motor runs excellent.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(12/30/09) Here’s a whole bunch of jeeps for sale.
“I have several CJ3a’s and CJ3b’s for sale – in various conditions and stages of restoration – or I will build to your specification. Please call or email for additional details………. Thanks for looking – Roger at 360-239-8428 or gram26@hctc.com”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/1758020707.html
This might be pretty nice. The towel between the hood and windshield suggests the owner has been at least somewhat careful with it.
“1953 willys jeep. recently painted. passanger seat needs refinished. runs excellent. 5000 OBO.”
http://montana.craigslist.org/cto/1754645875.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8688
“They are right hand drive. (Can be converted) Other than that all other parts interchange. We carry a full line of replacement parts. This Jeep is equipped with a 2″ lift, 32″ tires, aluminum mag wheels, bucket wrap around contour seats, It has High/Low 4×4 & 4×2 Tranny & Transfer case. Soft Top & Doors. We have been completely thru this Jeep & found it to be in excellent mechanical condition. With No Rust. The engine will out perform even a 6 cylinder & even V-8’S in most any terrain. It has a throttle set for climbing the steepest grades with ease & no bouncing accelerator pedal. Diesel engine means long life, depenability & excellant braking desending the steepest of grades…..”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
It runs. It drives. It looks like a deal to me!
“53 Willys CJ3B Runs and drives. This was sitting for a long time in Calif. before I acquired it. Rebuilt carb, fuel tank, and started. It needs lots of work, but should make a fun rig on the farm or for hunting. asking $2000.00 but offers considered.”
The price looks great on this. That said, many people don’t know that these were used during the war of 1959, a little known war pitting the Federalists vs. the Occupationists …
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This is a very cool Vintage Willy’s Jeep. These were used during the war. Willing to consider a trade for a motorcycle (NO dirt bikes, street legal only please!). Contact me more complete details on the Willy’s. It does need some TLC and general clean-up since it has not been driven much. Carburator and brakes need work, tires and body are in good condition.”
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/1752426889.html
Here’s a variety of parts.
“I have a list of parts for sale from old willys cj2a’s and cj5 jeeps. Id like to sell the whole lot for one price so make offer. The list starting with cj5 stuff is Cluxe hood latches never used $25, Bestop biikini top never used $75, Wagner brake master cylinder never used $20, 3 wagner wheel cylinders never used $30, Motor mounts never used $20, Used grill $25, Windshield frame $35
CJ2A Parts
Trico vacuum wiper motor $10, Split windshield frame $35, 2 driver and 2 passenger seat frames $10 each, Water pump $10, 2 Air filters $25 each, Carbs $25 each, Starters $65 each, Gas tank never used $45, 2 Grills $25, Bell housing $10, 3 Shift towers $15 each, Trannys $50 each, Transfer case $50 each, Roll Bar $15, Rims 15″ and 16″ $10 each, Pto $50
Misc
2 F-head motors $100 for stuck motor and $150 For free spinning motor, 4 Jerry cans $5 each, Back seat Never used w/o frame $45, Complete axles $50 each, Gauge cluster from military jeep $45, Independent suspension differential with drive shafts $45
Also have a cj3b complete body on frame with tranny and no motor $400
Also have cj2a body and frame lifted with gm steering column $250
Have some duplicate parts not listed but when sold i will remove from list. Open to offers on all or individually.”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/pts/1747706131.html
This is a pretty CJ-3B. Remonter A Neuf is translated by google as “A New Wind”. And we all know google is all knowing 🙂
“JEEP WILLYS CJ3 1960 REMONTER A NEUF. POUR COLLECTIONEUR. MOTEUR 450 MILLES.”
I ran across this January 2010 review from Autoblog.com of the Icon CJ-3B yesterday. The author simply gushes over this vehicle, arguing that this vehicle really is worth $50,000 more than the $21,000 wrangler.
Here are some excerpts:
At this point we normally pose a question – something like, “Is the Icon CJ3B worth $50,000 more than a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon?” But here’s the thing, after a few hours of exposure to the CJ3B, it’s unquestionably worth the money. That’s right, we’re just going to start the review with the conclusion, then explain exactly why this little Icon is so darn special. And believe us, the CJ3B is exceptionally special.
Take Icon’s latest model, the all new CJ3B. Based off the 1953 Willys CJ3B (Icon amazingly holds the rights to the name), [head designer] Ward explains that the design ethos of the old Willys Jeeps was longevity, simplicity and utility. Not only does Ward appreciate these qualities, but he finds them “Sorely lacking from the current automotive industry.”
The EcoTec motor emits less pollutants during a full day of driving than a 1953 Willys CJ3B does just sitting and venting gasoline fumes. As Ward explained, Icon is such a low volume producer that they’re exempt from smog laws. They just happen to run O2 sensors and catalytic converters because they want to. Ward plans to eventually offer the CJ3B in not only a diesel version, but full electric as well.
