This may be an M-38A1 body on a CJ-5 chassis.

https://southjersey.craigslist.org/cto/d/1953-willys-jeep/6505471757.html

“1953 willys jeep.
military style. new tires,new main barrings,rod barrings. runs good. new gaskets,seats. crank resurfaced and balanced”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.

Could be some value here.

“Selling a 1959 Willys CJ Jeep. Has no title, no engine, no trans, and no number plate. The frame is solid but the body has begun to rust in a few areas. Axles are good, front has lockout hubs. Comes with a couple seats, good dash, roll bar, rear view mirror. Can deliver for the right price. $500 or best offer, not really looking to part out.”

Here’s another example of the Desert Explorer tires, which are very similar to the Desert Dog PCV tires.

https://annarbor.craigslist.org/cto/d/1962-jeep-willys-cj5/6496464076.html

“1962 willys Kaiser cj5 jeep has the f 134 4cyl dual stick transfer case and 3 speed transmission 12 volt with generator everything works has heat just installed new rear leafs and shocks on both sides top is in great shape soft doors are in ok shape warn hubs in the front driver door window doesn’t zip up runs and drives good breaks work good shifts good 4wd does work original axles king pin dana 27 in front and dana 30 in rear this is a mostly original jeep with some cool old school touches I have no idea what the seats are out of but they are in good shape all lights work and shes ready for a cruise to a car show or take to the sand dunes fyi it is over 50 years old its not perfect does have some flaws and bondo but very good shape for the year”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2449.

(03/03/2018) There’s just something about this CJ-5 I like. Must be the rims!

“1971 Kaiser Willys Jeep CJ5 ….. When I bought this Jeep it was a farm Jeep … used for running around the farm and such . Parked it in my garage and started the tear it down . But moved twice , and life just sort of got in the way .
I have many of the original parts and boxes of new stuff that will go with it !
It has a Chevy 4.3 l V6 ( Stainless headers thermo wrapped , Pertronix distributor , new carb . ) …. should give it much more get up and go ! Has the original 3 speed manual trans …Dana 27 front axel , Dana 40 rear .
The only parts I am missing are the front fenders ( They were just too rusted to save ! )
Has 4″ lift springs & shocks ,
New Bimini top , canvas doors , and lots of other parts in boxes ready for install .
Lots of work still needs to be done , so I do not want any buyer to think it just needs a little work to complete !
The photos are from before I started to tear it down !
I have parts kept in two garages and will start to get all in one place for a quick sale !”

Seller lists this as a 1953, but the serial number pegs it as as Feb 1960 CJ-5. This deal includes a new fiberglass tub and fenders and more.

https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/jeep-willys/6511412285.html

“I have a 1953 jeep willys project is all complete with alot of extra parts to make a rust free jeep
Perfect weekender project i have been buying parts for it over the years have 90 to 100% of the parts for it new fiberglass tub & fenders extra windshield solid frame jeep frame is super solid and YES it does run
Can leave as is or go full force and build you a bad ass jeep
Im only asking $2500 with all extra parts included to build your dream jeep machine”

TJ spotted this one. Given the updates, there could be value here.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1568677599847529/?ref=messenger_share

“4.2 straight 6 4speed manual 4in lift power disk brakes power steering roll cage axles are out of a 86 scrambler Webber carb 2 piece header with flow master exhaust needs finished good project have soft top and doors and extra set of seats”

No pics provided.

https://yakima.craigslist.org/cto/d/1956-willys-cj5/6508815455.html

“Original Drive Train
Dosent run
Needs work”

UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was $2500.

Might be a good price.

“For Sale: 1955 Willys CJ5 Jeep. Has a Buick V-6 engine. Runs fine. Tub needs some TLC. We do not have the title, just a bill of sale, but it was previously registered and we have the old registration cards. We looked into registering it a few years ago, and all DMV needed to complete the process was for us to take it in for them to check the VIN numbers. Selling because we already have a ’58 and a ’73. PM or comment with any questions. Asking $2,500.”

Appears worth a look given the price.

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/d/1964-willys-jeep-4×4-4-cly/6509620982.html

“1964 Jeep Willy’s complete ran when parked have all parts headlights fairy solid body, has 5 matching vintage rims, clean title”